The first 100 pages of indigestion leave a feeling in the pit of the stomach: the author is engaged in unpacking and a display of his vast culture and in the mouth of a concierge and a 13-year course gifted, it's hard to pass; Michel's mother (and her cat (!)), is not repelled by the phenomenology of Husserl and Kant's categorical imperative. Certainly the language is rich and beautiful, sought and sophisticated, fluid style but a tad pretentious at times, and sometimes even pompous. Philosophical considerations of Madame Michel are at least tortuous and gait analysis poodles and cocker spaniels of Parisian haute bourgeoisie sincerely me tired. Too many clichés and caricatures come enamelling the story: the rich eat caviar necessarily as we pâté Olida etc ... And those first barriers crossed, reading forward, we are surprised to love this story that takes consistency, all initial criticism fading gradually. The last 300 pages are beautiful and sumptuous. The arrival of a new character in this Parisian mansion in the person of Mr Ozu, a Japanese wealthy, will unleash the story and make it more human and refined. The last two chapters are very moving and addictive. In fact, As I read, I finally get used to the style of the author that ultimately I loved because rich cultural and poetic. Also great sensitivity in this story whose dramatic intensity crescendo. The evocation of adolescent problem by Paloma the gifted 13 years is cruel and true. The humor is omnipresent and satire of the high bourgeoisie fierce. I read pencil in hand because the beautiful passages abound that I highlighted. Finally, I loved this novel and I urge all those who are sensitive to the beauty of our French language. A handy dictionary is necessary; I have used many times. Do not miss a moment of extraordinary literature and life, where the absurdity vies with the beauty of Art. Do not hold it against the author of some philosophical digressions that make him truly and clearly pleased. I am ready to discuss it with those who will read this book, best selling of the year, but many players have confessed abandoned after 150 pages falsely assured.
