I think these two books have filled me with the most delight and genuine enjoyment of all the books I’ve read in 2021 so far.

I’ve just seen an advert for Chichester Festival’s musical of Flowers for Mrs Harris, and thought of your blog immediately!And I believe much of my enjoyment of this book came from listening to an audio narrated by Juliet Steveson more than had I read the book myself. These stories are delightful and heart-warming, full of charming characters and enjoyable plotlines full of heart and humor. In fact I was so enamored by Mrs Harris that I immediately borrowed a digital book from the San Jose Public library that included two Mrs Harris novellas.

The two women love their jobs, and what they love best is the gossip they pick up from their glamorous clients about the rich and famous people they mix with. Mrs Harris's adventures take her from her humble Battersea roots to the heights of glamour in Paris and New York as she learns some of life's greatest lessons along the way. Mrs Harris Goes to Paris is written by Paul William Gallico, and if you have taken the time to read his bio, you would realise he has packed a hell of a lot of living into his (short) 79 years on this Earth. These books are lovely, life affirming reads that will encourage you to believe in everyday miracles in your own life.Determined to make her dream come true, Mrs Harris scrimps, saves and slaves away until one day, after three long uncomplaining years, she finally has enough money to go to Paris. Harris Goes to Paris is a 1958 comic tale about a London charwoman who sets a goal to purchase a Dior dress in Paris.