The English understand wool

This delightful novella features a worldly, intelligent, sophisticated, and talented 17-year-old girl and her resourceful (to say the least) maman.  This book will appeal to Francophiles; those who have issues with certain literary agents, editors, or the publishing industry in general; and those who think some fashion trends are stupid and ugly. Kudos to New Directions for publishing this slyly humorous story.