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The Readers' Room (Paperback)
Antoine Laurain; Translated by Emily Boyce, Jane Aitken, Polly Mackintosh
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From the author of The Red Notebook, described as 'Parisian
perfection' by HRH The Duchess of Cornwall, The Readers' Room is a
thrilling murder mystery set in the world of publishing. 'The plot
blends mystery with comedy to great effect'- Daily Mail When the
manuscript of a debut crime novel arrives at a Parisian publishing
house, everyone in the readers' room is convinced it's something
special. And the committee for France's highest literary honour,
the Prix Goncourt, agrees. But when the shortlist is announced,
there's a problem for editor Violaine Lepage: she has no idea of
the author's identity. As the police begin to investigate a series
of murders strangely reminiscent of those recounted in the book,
Violaine is not the only one looking for answers. And, suffering
memory blanks following an aeroplane accident, she's beginning to
wonder what role she might play in the story ... Antoine Laurain,
bestselling author of The Red Notebook, combines intrigue and charm
in this dazzling novel of mystery, love and the power of books.
[A] deservedly award-studded delight Strong Words Magazine 'A
smart, scathing and bleakly funny cross of folk horror, satire and
historical fiction' Toronto Star 'Reads like a modern fairy tale'
New York Journal of Books 'Eerie and sensual' The Guardian 'So
original, so beautifully done, and sinister and savage. I didn't
want it to end' Chris Whitaker Franck and Lise, a French couple in
the film industry, rent a cottage in the quiet hills of the French
Lot to get away from the stresses of modern life. In this remote
corner of the world, there is no phone signal. A mysterious dog
emerges, looking for a new master. Ghosts of a dark past run wild
in these hills, where a German lion tamer took refuge in the First
World War ... Franck and Lise are confronted with nature at its
most brutal. And they are about to discover that man and beast have
more in common than they think. A literary sensation in France,
Wild Dog is a dark, menacing tale of isolation, human nature and
the infinite savagery of the wild.
A riveting collection of short stories by the French feminist
Marie-Louise Gagneur. Much acclaimed amongst her contemporaries and
yet all but forgotten today, Marie-Louise Gagneur was a defining
voice in French feminism. These stories, translated into English
for the first time, critique the restrictions of late
nineteenth-century society and explore the ways in which both men
and women are hurt by rigid attitudes towards marriage. In An
Atonement, the Count de Montbarrey awakes one morning to find his
wife dead, leaving him free to marry the woman he really loves.
Could the Count have accidentally killed his wife? And how can he
atone for his crime? Three Rival Sisters tells the story of the
rivalry between Henriette, Renee and Gabrielle as they compete for
the affections of one man. But marriage does not necessarily
guarantee happiness, as the sisters are about to find out. Steeped
in wit, empathy and biting social criticism, and with echoes of
Charlotte Perkins Gilman and Kate Chopin, the stories show Gagneur
to be worthy of renewed attention.
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Lean on Me (Paperback)
Serge Joncour; Translated by Jane Aitken
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R248
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When a flock of crows invades their shared apartment block,
farmer-turned-debt collector Ludovic and fashion designer Aurore
speak for the first time. With nothing but the birds in common, the
two are destined for separate lives, yet are drawn inexplicably
together. Though their story is set in Paris, the tale of Ludovic
and Aurore is far from an idyllic romance. With one trapped in an
unhappy marriage and the other lost in grief, the city of love has
brought each of them only isolation and pain. As Aurore faces
losing her business and Ludovic questions the ethics of his job,
they begin a passionate affair. Love between such different people
seems doomed to failure, but for these two unhappy souls trapped in
ruthless worlds, perhaps loving one another is the greatest form of
resistance. From the award winning author of Wild Dog, Lean on Me
is explores the realities of unlikely love, and how connection and
intimacy offer us an escape from all that is harsh and cold in our
modern day lives. Winner of the prestigious Prix Interallie, Lean
on Me is both a touching love story, an insightful look at the
alienating effect of contemporary urban life.
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The Readers' Room (Hardcover)
Antoine Laurain; Translated by Emily Boyce, Jane Aitken, Polly Mackintosh
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From the author of The Red Notebook, described as 'Parisian
perfection' by HRH The Duchess of Cornwall, The Readers' Room is a
thrilling murder mystery set in the world of publishing. 'The plot
blends mystery with comedy to great effect'- Daily Mail When the
manuscript of a debut crime novel arrives at a Parisian publishing
house, everyone in the readers' room is convinced it's something
special. And the committee for France's highest literary honour,
the Prix Goncourt, agrees. But when the shortlist is announced,
there's a problem for editor Violaine Lepage: she has no idea of
the author's identity. As the police begin to investigate a series
of murders strangely reminiscent of those recounted in the book,
Violaine is not the only one looking for answers. And, suffering
memory blanks following an aeroplane accident, she's beginning to
wonder what role she might play in the story ... Antoine Laurain,
bestselling author of The Red Notebook, combines intrigue and charm
in this dazzling novel of mystery, love and the power of books.
WINNER OF THE PRIX LANDERNEAU DES LECTEURS 2018 Described as 'eerie
and sensual' by The Guardian, Wild Dog tells the story of a young
couple who discover dark secrets in the remote French countryside.
'Reads like a modern fairy tale' New York Journal of Books Franck
and Lise, a French couple in the film industry, rent a cottage in
the quiet hills of the French Lot to get away from the stresses of
modern life. In this remote corner of the world, there is no phone
signal. A mysterious dog emerges, looking for a new master. Ghosts
of a dark past run wild in these hills, where a German lion tamer
took refuge in the First World War ... Franck and Lise are
confronted with nature at its most brutal. And they are about to
discover that man and beast have more in common than they think. A
literary sensation in France, Wild Dog is a dark, menacing tale of
isolation, human nature and the infinite savagery of the wild.
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The Red Notebook (Paperback)
Antoine Laurain; Translated by Jane Aitken, Emily Boyce
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Bookseller Laurent Letellier comes across an abandoned handbag on a
Parisian street, and feels impelled to return it to its owner. The
bag contains no money, phone or contact information. But a small
red notebook with handwritten thoughts and jottings reveals a
person that Laurent would very much like to meet. Without even a
name to go on, and only a few of her possessions to help him, how
is he to find one woman in a city of millions?
'Wonderful. . . properly noir' Ian Rankin 'Devastating and
brilliant' Sunday Times 'Happiness for those unused to it is like
food for the starving - a little too much can be fatal.' Writer
Jeff Colombier is not accustomed to success. Twice divorced with a
grown-up son he barely sees, he drinks too much and his books don't
sell. Then he wins a big literary prize and his life changes for
ever. Overwhelmed by his newfound wealth and happiness, he feels
the need to escape and recapture his lost youth, taking his son,
Damien, with him. And if shady lawyers and mysterious girls lead
them down dangerous paths . . . well, c'est la vie. A twisted,
trippy feat of French noir from 'the true heir to Simenon'.
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Red Is My Heart (Paperback)
Antoine Laurain; Translated by Jane Aitken; Le Sonneur
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From the author of The Red Notebook, described as 'Parisian
perfection' by HRH The Duchess of Cornwall, Red is My Heart is a
stunning collection of words and images in collaboration with
Parisian street artist, Le Sonneur, about how to mend a broken
heart. 'Enchanting' Washington Post How can you mend a broken
heart? Do you write a letter to the woman who left you - and post
it to an imaginary address? Buy a new watch, to reset your life? Or
get rid of the jacket you wore every time you argued, because it
was in some way ... responsible? Combining the wry musings of a
rejected lover with playful drawings in just three colours - red,
black and white - bestselling author of The Red Notebook, Antoine
Laurain, and renowned street artist Le Sonneur have created a
striking addition to the literature of unrequited love. Sharp, yet
warm, whimsical and deeply Parisian, this is a must for all Antoine
Laurain fans.
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The Portrait (Paperback)
Antoine Laurain; Translated by Emily Boyce, Jane Aitken
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While wandering through a Paris auction house, avid collector
Pierre-Francois Chaumont is stunned to discover the
eighteenth-century portrait of an unknown man who looks just like
him. Much to his delight, Chaumont's bid for the work is
successful, but back at home his jaded wife and circle of friends
are unable to see the resemblance. Chaumont remains convinced of
it, and as he researches into the painting's history, he is
presented with the opportunity to abandon his tedious existence and
walk into a brand new life...
Fabien and Sylvie had both known their marriage was no longer
working. And yet when Sylvie is involved in a fatal car accident,
her husband is stunned to discover that she had a lover who died
alongside her. With thoughts of revenge on his mind, Fabien decides
to find out about the lover's widow, Martine, first by stalking
her, then by breaking into her home. He really needs to get Martine
on her own. But she never goes anywhere without her formidable best
friend, Madeleine ...
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French Rhapsody (Paperback)
Antoine Laurain; Translated by Emily Boyce, Jane Aitken
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Praise for "The Red Notebook" "An endearing love story written in
beautifully poetic prose. It is an enthralling mystery about
chasing the unknown, the nostalgia for what could have been, and
most importantly, the persistence of curiosity."San Francisco Book
Review"Praise for "The President's Hat" "Its gentle satirical humor
reminded me of Jacques Tati's classic films."Library
Journal"Irresistibly whimsical, possessed of wit somewhere between
that of Alan Bennett's in "The Uncommon Reader "and Muriel
Barbery's in "The Elegance of the Hedgehog," and thoroughly
entertaining"The King's English Bookshop, Salt Lake CityAntoine
Laurain's new novel combines his trademark charm with a satirical
take on modern France.Middle-aged doctor Alain Massoulier has
received a life-changing letterthirty-three years too late.Lost in
the Paris postal system for decades, the letter from Polydor, dated
1983, offers a recording contract to The Holograms, in which Alain
played lead guitar.Back then The Holograms had believed in their
cutting-edge sound. However, the music industry remained
indifferent, and eventually the band split up, each going their own
way.Alain is overcome by nostalgia, and is tempted to track down
the members of the group. But in a world where everything and
everyone has changed ...where will his quest take him?Antoine
Laurain is a Parisian screenwriter, antiques collector and the
author of six novels, three of which are available in English. "The
President's Hat "was a 2013 ABA Indies Introduce choice."
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Eskimo Solution (Paperback)
Pascal Garnier; Translated by Emily Boyce, Jane Aitken
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A crime author writing the story of Louis, who decides to do his
cash-strapped friends a favor by hastening their parents' demise,
finds reality and fiction overlapping during a stay in
Normandy.Pascal Garnier combines the style of Simenon, the insight
of Camus with a wit that is all his own.
This is an EXACT reproduction of a book published before 1923. This
IS NOT an OCR'd book with strange characters, introduced
typographical errors, and jumbled words. This book may have
occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor
pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original
artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe
this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections,
have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing
commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We
appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the
preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book.
Written over a 15-year period from the mid '90s, Garnier's short
novels weave a profound and darkly comic tapestry of human
experience. Volume 2 includes Boxes, which tells the story of
Brice, `the sole survivor of the natural disaster that at one time
or another strikes us all, known as `moving house''; The Front Seat
Passenger, in which a widower discovers his wife had a lover and
decides to track down his widow; The Islanders, whose protagonist
Olivier finds himself thrown back together with a childhood friend
with whom he shares a dark secret; and Moon in a Dead Eye, in which
the paranoia of the residents of a gated retirement village spins
out of control.
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