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Author-Narrated Memoir

One Place de l’Eglise

by Trevor Dolby

Audiobook Narrated by Trevor Dolby 5 hrs and 26 mins

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Trevor Dolby's memoir chronicles his audacious decision to leave behind London publishing life and purchase a crumbling house in rural France. What begins as a romantic dream quickly transforms into a comedy of errors, as Dolby grapples with stubborn builders, baffling bureaucracy, and the peculiarities of French village life.

With self-deprecating wit and keen observation, he captures the frustrations and unexpected joys of renovation whilst navigating the complexities of becoming part of a tight-knit community. From language mishaps to cultural misunderstandings, Dolby's account offers an honest, humorous look at the reality behind the fantasy of French rural living—perfect for anyone who's ever dreamt of their own escape abroad, or simply enjoys a good tale of ambition meeting reality.