Norwegians are the happiest people in the world, but can anyone else be happy in Norway?Lorelou, a French woman in her mid-20s from Provence region gets a job in Oslo, Norway. She is not too inspired by this Arctic country. Are Norwegian people as cold as their weather? She is however curious to discover the Northern lights, and explore the the country’s famous landscapes.So many things are weird about Norwegian people: they go skiing in the middle of the city, take their holidays in cabins with neither water nor electricity, lit candles to make things koselig and have strange names like Odd and Bored. Learning Norwegian language, making local friends and dating are proving to be much harder than she thought. She has one year to figure out whether she wants to live there for good and make Norway her home.Described by Forbes Magazine as one of the 5 most revealing books about Scandinavia, “A Frog in the Fjord - One Year in Norway” is the ultimate guide to understanding Norway, its people and its language as well as Scandinavian culture in general. Whether you are interested in Norway for travels, because of your family’s heritage, your love for a special Norwegian person, or because you work or study here, this book is a must-read.Lorelou Desjardins is the author of a bestselling book in Norway “The Art of Being Norwegian” and a columnist in Norway’s most read newspaper Verdens Gang. She is often interviewed in international media on her expertise and unique view on Norwegian culture.
✔ Author(s): Lorelou Desjardins
✔ Title: A Frog in the Fjord: One Year in Norway
✔ Rating : 4.6 out of 5 base on (135 reviews)
✔ ISBN-10: 8230349193
✔ ISBN-13: 9788230349199
✔ Language: English
✔ Format ebook: PDF, EPUB, Kindle, Audio, HTML and MOBI
✔ Device compatibles: Android, iOS, PC and Amazon Kindle
Readers' opinions about A Frog in the Fjord by Lorelou Desjardins
Beata Shepard
I'm still in awe of the intricate plot and the way everything seamlessly came together. The twists kept me guessing until the very end. It's one of those rare books that leave a lasting impact.
Katherine Stevenson
The plot twists were executed masterfully. I was left gasping at every unexpected turn, and the suspense kept me on edge throughout. Bravo to the author for keeping me guessing.
Polly Hurlbutt
The rich historical context of the book added a layer of depth that I found fascinating. It was like stepping back in time and experiencing history firsthand.
