Read Series: Monsieur Pamplemousse
by Author Michael Bond
Monsieur Pamplemousse Afloat (2012)
During a trip to the library I looked for something new. The review said it was a French satire, so I took home Michael Bond’s Monsieur Pamplemousse Afloat (better known for his Paddington Bear series). I would advise a reader to have some knowledge of French culture and a bit of vocabulary. With...
Monsieur Pamplemousse on the Spot (1988)
I enjoy this series of little mysteries, written by the author of the Paddington Bear books. The relationship between Monsieur Pamplemousse and his dearest friend, his dog Pommes Frittes is delightful. The stories are slight and a quick read but they are so much fun. In this adventure, M. Pampl...
Monsieur Pamplemousse Aloft (1989)
As edible snails in France are threatened out of existence, Monsieur Pamplemousse lectures to wine buffs. There is worse to come -- skulduggery among the vines turns out to be the least of his worries."
Monsieur Pamplemousse on Probation (2000)
Monsieur Pamplemousse finds himself in deep water when an unfortunate collision with a Mother Superior is caught on camera by the French tabloids. To avoid media attention, he is sent to the Auvergne to report on legendary chef Andre Dulac, currently in line for Le Guide's top award of a Golden S...
Monsieur Pamplemousse on Vacation (2003)
Monsieur Pamplemousse is looking forward to a well-earned break in the South of France, courtesy of his employer. All he has to do is collect a piece of artwork. But when his contact fails to show and a dismembered body is washed up outside the hotel, the holiday mood evaporates.
Monsieur Pamplemousse and the Militant Midwives (2008)
Having delivered a particularly stirring speech at his recently deceased colleague's funeral, Monsieur Pamplemousse is more than a little disturbed when the coffin explodes into flames during the ceremony. Luckily his faithful hound Pommes Frites gives out a warning cry just in time so there are ...
Monsieur Pamplemousse Hits the Headlines (2006)
A chance encounter leaves Monsieur Pamplemousse with a ticket to the filming of Claude Chavignol's popular culinary TV show. But the audience's enjoyment comes to an abrupt halt when Chavignol starts choking - he has been poisoned and dies on live TV. Pamplemousse is drawn into the investigation ...