The American and the Bus Driver A Memoir

"The American and the Bus Driver" is a captivating true story that transcends boundaries and explores the depths of love and personal transformation. Paummi, a French teacher from Maryland, unexpectedly finds herself entwined in a relationship with Jeanmi, a French bus driver, during a spring break trip. Their chance encounter sparks a chain of events that prompts Paummi to reconsider her life's trajectory.

As their bond deepens, Paummi grapples with the decision of settling down far away from home. Driven by love and an enduring affinity for France, she moves to Jeanmi's small village in the high French Alps. Despite her previous familiarity with the French language and culture, Paummi finds herself struggling to fit into the insular Alpine community. The nuances of rural life, visa challenges, and the intimidating boundaries between locals and outsiders further complicate her situation.

Caught between her past in America and her potential future in France, Paummi must ask herself: is she ready to redefine her identity and commit to a new life in the French Alps and in Jeanmi's life?

Paummi Sarrazin, a seasoned French teacher, has led a life bridging two continents. At 13, she first moved to France and fell in love with its culture, returning for a more permanent stay at 35. Despite her global travels, she feels most at home in the French Alpine village of Saint Cré pin, where she lives with her husband, son, and two dogs. "The American and the Bus Driver" is Paummi's debut novel, capturing her unique journey. Between writing and contemplating her next book, she immerses herself in cooking, hiking, kayaking, and reading.