Review: Reminds me of Chocolat
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 01 12, 2013
This is one of the first e-books I downloaded on my new Kindle on recommendation from my friend.  I didn't think much of the cover, to be honest (a little ho-hum for me) and I was also initially skeptical of free e-books but upon reading this gem, I am thoroughly convinced that self-published e-books contain lots of hidden treasures!The Dress reminds me a lot of Chocolat (the movie - I never read the book).  The hint of magic, a mother and daughter relationship, the flamboyant mother opening a successful business which wins the townspeople's hearts, and then the possibility of being run of town.  Don't be put off with my comparison as this book was such a lovely escape.  The quality of writing is superb - publishers should be bidding to print this.I loved the relationship between the glamorous Fabbia and her teenage daughter.  I was very taken with Fabbia herself - she is such a vibrant character with some dark secrets that come into play.  I loved the whole magic aspect which is connected to Persian culture.I highly recommend The Dress.  A phenomenal bargain!