Cécile David-Weill's latest novel is a social comedy. She is the daughter of the former boss of Lazard and patron of the Union des arts décoratifs.

She has an alabaster complexion, red hair and a wise look. The eye of those who always feel between two worlds. Between New York - where she was born - and Asia, where she spent most of her time. The novel is set in a posh weight loss clinic. It is published by Hodder & Stoughton.