Eloise and her nanny go to Paris (a repeat trip). Taking along her pug dog and her pet turtle! They go around everywhere and do everything- from visiting famous landmarks and sights, to picnicking by the Seine, carriage rides, fancy cafes, the Louvre, and trying escargot. Of course, Eloise is her regular bratty self-centered charmer, jumping into public fountains, staring openly at kissing couples
and trying the patience of hotel staff (those back in New York did seem relieved to see her go!) The illustrations show so well her initial exuberance
and final exhaustion, literally dragging her feet- don’t we all feel that way at the end of a long trip- and then glad to be home again.
I liked the first book better, but this one was still fun. Maybe don’t read it to your kids though, if you think they’ll emulate her atrocious behavior!
Borrowed from the public library.
