Dial M For Merde by Stephen Clarke

In this comedic novel, the protagonist, Paul West, finds himself entangled in a series of misadventures as he navigates the complexities of French culture and bureaucracy. While attempting to launch a chain of British tea rooms in France, Paul becomes embroiled in a political scandal involving a corrupt mayor and a mysterious murder. As he juggles romantic entanglements and dodges various threats, Paul must use his wit and charm to unravel the chaos surrounding him, all while providing a humorous commentary on the cultural clashes between the British and the French.