original, funny, and touching

This book transcribing the epistolary exchanges between Amélie Nothomb and an obese American, I liked, by its form, its originality, its twists and humor. No boredom. I often laughed. Many readers call this book a novel, but I have believed until the last pages that it was really lived by the author story! I'm probably naive! The last letter of Melvin much like the style of Amelie Nothomb, it made me put a flea in the ear. I was a little disappointed with the shot. Meanwhile, the description that the author makes the photo of Melvin is a bit cruel, it is better that he does not exist in true. Obese suffering is remarkably identified here, the addiction to food can be the worst drugs.

I loved Amélie Nothomb speaks of her, his relationship with those who write it, its management of the huge mail it receives, and examples of mind-bending phrases she found in the letters. It was very fun and interesting. Again, I can only applaud his courage to expose himself, his sincerity, authenticity. I felt that this was a very human with a huge heart and who really loves people. I also particularly liked the paperback cover photo, I find Amelie beautiful, fragile and mysterious.

The end of the book can be confusing, eec she dared make me laugh a lot (I too was tempted to do the same!). For poor against Melvin, this effort to the airport will have exhausted for nothing! I was a little sad for him.