There were some interesting takes on this and as someone who is French American I was able to reflect on some key differences in perspectives. I do not agree with some aspects of this book, especially

the large portion that talks negatively about the body. However, as someone who has a French family I have noticed that they often comment on people’s bodies and are harsher when they are speaking of their own family member or even about themselves. Through this book and others I have realized that this is a societal norm in France rather than my own family’s twisted way of viewing other people. I view it as a very harmful way to go about life and did not enjoy that part of the book.