Dear Julia
Dear Julia by Amy Bronwen Zemser, published by HarperCollins on October 14, 2008, is a young adult fiction novel that explores the life of Elaine Hamilton, who prefers the quiet of her kitchen to the spotlight. As she immerses herself in mastering French cooking with the recipes of Julia Child, her life takes an unexpected turn, leading her to face the challenges of newfound attention and the chaos that comes with it.
Readers will find a narrative filled with quirky characters, including an eccentric best friend and a family dynamic that features five brothers who are always curious about dinner. The story delves into Elaine’s journey as she navigates her relationships with her feminist congresswoman mother and yoga-practicing father, all while managing a chest full of unsent letters and the demands of her culinary aspirations. With 336 pages, this edition presents a blend of humor and heart, inviting readers to experience the delightful chaos of Elaine’s life.
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Elaine Hamilton has never wanted to be the center of attention. She’d like nothing more than to cook quietly in her kitchen, mastering French cooking with the recipes of the great Julia Child.
So how did she end up with cameras zooming in on her and a crowd cheering her on?
Well, it involves . . .
an eccentric best friend named after a font,
- five lively brothers constantly asking, “What’s for dinner?”
- a rotten fig and a weakness,
- a feminist congresswoman mother,
- a yoga-practicing father,
- a chest full of unsent letters,
- and many, many roast ducks.
Delicious. Just delicious.
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