Stéphane Larue

I have mixed feelings about this one. At times, I loved it (especially the scenes in the restaurant kitchen); other times, I was a bit bored. But I didn't want to stop reading...I was compelled to find out what happens to our hero, Stephane. I was cheering for him all the way!

This is the story of a young graphic arts student with a serious gambling addiction. He has borrowed from his girlfriend, failed to pay his share of the rent and lost an advance a friend paid him for some design work. He takes a job as a dishwasher -- where he does well, making friends and earning the respect of his colleagues and bosses. He misses his girlfriend but can't seem to stop his gambling.... I so wanted him to heal and succeed in life, even when I found the story dragged a bit. Maybe it should have been shortened a little? So a mixed bag overall.… (mehr)