Thursday, May 23, 2013

Spending "Midnight in Paris" with Isabelle LaFleche...plus a book giveaway

Introduction by Melissa Patafio

**Giveaway is now closed**

Isabelle Lafleche, author of J'adore New York, is joining us for the second time with her latest novel, J'adore Paris (reviewed here). If the sequel is anywhere near as good as the first (which I'm sure it is), this will be yet another read that's impossible to put down!

Isabelle worked as a corporate attorney in New York, Toronto, and Montreal before becoming a best selling author and is able to portray the corporate law life as well as intertwining fashion into her books.

It's a real treat to have Isabelle back at CLC and we look forward to seeing what she has planned for the future!

A big "thank you" to Isabelle for taking the time to answer our movie casting question and we hope you enjoy seeing her choices! She also has TWO copies of J'Adore Paris for some lucky readers in the US and/or Canada!

You can find Isabelle at her blog, Facebook and Twitter.

Cast for J'adore Paris (can also be used for J'adore New York)

CATHERINE LAMBERT
My first choice would be Marion Cotillard. Not only is she a model and spokesperson for Christian Dior, the fashion house portrayed in the novel, she’s extremely classy, gorgeous and talented (Have you seen her portrayal of Edith Piaf in La Vie en Rose? Hel-looooo). My second choice would be Zooey Deschanel. She’s witty and really lovely; I think she would also make a great Catherine Lambert.

RIKASH
My dear friend Yanic Truesdale who played in the Gilmore Girls would make the perfect Rikash. He’s very funny, stylish and over-the-top fabulous.

ANTOINE
Jean Dujardin would be perfect. He’s got some major French charm and charisma. I could also see Ryan Reynolds in this role. Who wouldn’t?

JEFFREY
Hugh Jackman. Um, just because.

BONNIE CLARK
I would love to see Catherine Zeta-Jones play Bonnie. She’s stunning, has a commanding screen presence and knows how to play a badass. Oh yeah.

Thanks to Isabelle for sharing her dream cast for her "J'adore" series and her book with our readers.


How to win J'adore Paris:
Please comment below with your e-mail address. (Please note: Entries without an e-mail address will NOT be counted. You can use AT and DOT to avoid spam. Or provide a link to your Facebook page or blog if you can receive messages there.)

1. Please tell us: What is your favorite movie that takes place in a country overseas?
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US/Canada only. Giveaway ends May 29th at midnight EST.

25 comments:

Felicia said...

Sounds like great reading! Would love a chance to win the book. (I'm a blog follower, also follow on facebook and twitter).

Being a Europhile, I love all movies that are taken place in Europe. 2 of my recent faves are Midnight in Paris and Letters to Juliet.

Thanks for the review.
Felicia


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Unknown said...

Have you ever heard of Billy Elliot? It's about a boy from Ireland during a mining strike. His mother has died, and his Dad and brother are picketing and because of this they live very poor. Billy has no interest in the boxing lessons his Dad enrolls him in. Instead he likes the ballet. he totally straight but is interested in dancing and ballet. I just love that movie. It is my favorite for sure! I suggest everyone watch it! I wonder if there is a book too? O I would love to read it, LOL.

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Nova said...

My favorite is Under the Tuscan Sun with Diane Lane. I watch it all the time.
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Mrs Mommy Booknerd said...

Before Sunrise
This is a romantic film starring Ethan Hawke and Julie Delpy as two strangers who meet on a train and disembark to spend an evening together in Vienna.

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Tina said...

I have read both books and they are amazing - you are in for a treat.

pascale said...

I love the movie FRENCH KISS. Beautiful movie that takes place in Cannes and Provence.

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So on the off chance (hah) that I dont win this book, how do I go about buying it??? It is only available on Amazon in CANADA!!! Will the US Amazon be carrying it any time soon?

Please let me know. Thank you.

pascale said...

I love the movie FRENCH KISS. Beautiful movie that takes place in Cannes and Provence.

I follow the blog.
I am a fan on facebook

pascale.poitras@verizon.net

So on the off chance (hah) that I dont win this book, how do I go about buying it??? It is only available on Amazon in CANADA!!! Will the US Amazon be carrying it any time soon?

Please let me know. Thank you.

Jessica said...

1. I lovee the movie 2 Days in Paris. It is hilarious!
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3. I tweeted this https://twitter.com/xxpaperhearts/status/337641640934125568
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Rhonda said...

Loved midnight in Paris.email follower lomazowr@gmail.com.Twitter follower&rhondareads &will tweeted follows&Rhonda know-how.

Anonymous said...

Love the movie The Holiday!

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Jennifer L. said...

My favourite overseas movie is A Room with A View.

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Mary Jo Burke said...

Doctor Zhivago.

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DD said...

OK, so I know I should probably be thinking about a romantic chic flick, but honestly the first movie that came to mind was Nacho Libre (Mexico). Then the Da Vinci Code and Angels and Demons.

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TinaB said...

Under The Tuscan Sun
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faithspage said...

Italy and a close 2nd Paris!
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Unknown said...

1. My favorite movie that takes place in a country overseas is Roman Holiday.
2. Follow by email.
4. member of Chick Lit Central on Facebook.
5. Follow us on Twitter and Pinterest.

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Erica said...

My fav is Chocolat. Love that movie.

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Anonymous said...

I absolutely love Midnight in Paris! The scenery, the authors, everything!
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susieqlaw said...

Emma

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Sheena said...


One of my fav movies that takes place in Europe that actually just came out a couple years ago is Pirate Radio. Great movie!

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bn100 said...

Ocean's 12

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PoCoKat said...

Movie: The Railway Children

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Jilleen said...

Letters to Juliet is so good. I watched this movie while in Europe on business. I LOVED it!

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I follow the blog on GFC too!

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rubynreba said...

Before Sunset.

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Melissa said...

Thanks for participating and telling us about your favorite movie that takes place overseas.

Thanks again to Isabelle for a lovely visit and for sharing her book with our winners.

Random.org chose two winners from all entries with contact info.

Congrats to TinaB and susieqlaw!