Book "Love of seven dolls" by Paul Gallico

Love of Seven Dolls by Paul Gallico is a poignant and evocative novel set against the atmospheric backdrop of post war Paris.
 
The story follows Mouche, a vulnerable orphan who, having lost her carnival position, finds herself in a moment of deep despair upon the banks of the River Seine. Her tragic intentions are interrupted by the sudden appearance of a cheerful glove puppet named Carrot Top, whose spirited conversation draws her back from the edge.
 
As she becomes entwined with a travelling puppet show, the narrative explores the complex relationship between the innocent young woman, the captivating puppets, and the embittered puppeteer behind the curtain.
 
It is a masterful tale of loneliness, magic, and the redemptive power of the imagination.