Waiting For Monsieur Bellivier, Paperback/Britta Rostlund

Tunisian shopkeeper in Paris Mancebo's quiet life is complicated by a mission to spy on the man across the street. Helena, who set Mancebo this task, is also out of her depth with a mission of her own. Gallic charm, an evocative setting and twists aplenty are combined appealingly in this ideal holiday read.