Apr 22, 2014
In French Milk, Lucy Knisley writes about her experience living in Paris with her mother for six weeks. As a graphic artist, she draws brief scenes taken from her day—details of the food she eats, the markets she visits, and the art she sees. The story is simply a journal of her daily life. She also speaks about her insecurities about turning 22 and finding a job as an artist after graduation. The book is a simple read and her drawings and photographs are entertaining; however, the book is lacking in content and often centers on her complaints and anxieties about life. This book will resonate well with a teenage or college student audience.