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2000s: A love affair between jazz, black musicians and Paris
Coq au Vin
What you need to know before your trail
When Nanette’s mother calls with the news that her Aunt Vivian has gone missing, it’s not exactly out of the ordinary. Vivacious and bohemian Aunt Vivian has never been one to play by the rules. This time, however, the circumstances surrounding Vivian’s disappearance are troubling. Would Nanette be up to polishing her French and flying to Paris, where she was last seen, to track her down? It’s not a tough decision for Nanette.
Now, swanning about her favourite city, Nanette has a hard time keeping her attention on the task at hand. . . especially after she meets handsome violinist Andre, a fellow street musician from Detroit. But trouble has a way of finding Nanette, and her search for Vivian lands her in the underbelly of historic Paris and in the crosshairs of some very unsavoury characters.
Locations
Reset- America/USA - New York State- NYC
- A: Riverside Park
- B: Zabars cafe
- C: Elmhurst
- France - Paris
- D: Rue Monsieur le Prince
- E: Moulin Rouge
Travel Guide
New York, Paris, black musicians and Jazz
The novel pays homage to the age old hallowed relationship between black American jazz and blues musicians and Paris.
Jazz in Paris
Paris comes to life through Nanette’s eyes. See the streets of the city and the jazz infused clubs. There is a nice literary nod to with a mention of Maigret. Nanette’s Paris is very special. She’s been there a number of times and speaks fluent French. She loves music and food and so sees the city though them.A;ongside a fellow busker, she showcases all the black artists who’ve lived and performed in the city of lights.
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Destination/Location: Paris, New York Author: Charlotte Carter Departure: 1916
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