The Little French Village of Book Lovers
Nina George author Simon Pare translator
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Penguin Books Ltd
Published:29th Aug '24
Should be back in stock very soon
This paperback is available in another edition too:
- Hardback£16.99(9780241436653)
Read the heartwarming new novel from the international million-copy bestselling author of The Little Paris Bookshop
‘Exquisitely written, as always, she draws you in from the first page and immerses you in the lives of her delightful characters. You won’t want to put it down’ Patricia Scanlan
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Nothing says love like a book . . .
In a little town in the south of France, a young orphan, Marie-Jeanne, discovers the extraordinary power of books to change lives.
But as she looks around her, she sees so many unhappy and lonely people – and resolves to help them.
Because a love of books is a love of life itself.
Together with her foster father, Marie-Jeanne sets up a mobile library to travel to the many nearby mountain villages. Their books offer entertainment, guidance, comfort – and help bring lonely hearts together.
And what about Marie-Jeanne? Books have taught her all about life – but can they bring her closer to her own true love?
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Readers are loving The Little French Village of Book Lovers
‘It is beautiful and ugly and simple and complicated, and I shall carry this book with me forever’ 5***** reader review
‘If I had to describe the book in one word it would be ‘charming’, or maybe ‘entrancing’, or ‘wistful’. Maybe
‘dreamy’. But then again, I don’t really have the words to describe it’ 5***** reader review
‘The Little Village of Book Lovers is a story I can see myself returning again and again, whenever I need some comfort or to be reminded of the magic held within the covers of a book’ 5***** reader review
‘What makes this novel especially unique is how it’s told from mainly from the perspective of Love, with musings from Logic, Fate, an olive tree, Death, and others’ 5***** reader review
PRAISE FOR NINA GEORGE
'A true gem for fiction lovers' GOOD HOUSEKEEPING
'An enchanting, uplifting read. The sort of book that acts as a soothing tonic' INDEPENDENT
'Glowing . . . Layered with wit, enchanting writing and a love of books' DAILY MAIL
'A charming tale' RED
What a joy to read The Little French Village of Book Lovers, which will delight Nina George’s millions of readers. Exquisitely written, as always, she draws you in from the first page and immerses you in the lives of her delightful characters. You won’t want to put it down. * Patricia Scanlan *
Brimming with magic . . . Full of allegory and mysticism, the book often feels more like a poem than a novel. Nuanced and enchanting . . . an elegantly crafted, unhurried examination of the enthralling and elusive nature of love * Kirkus Reviews *
An appealing companion piece to The Little Paris Bookshop. George convincingly portrays her characters’ emotions . . . Charming * Publishers Weekly *
This spin-off of George’s beloved The Little Paris Bookshop—this is the book within that one—is narrated by omniscient and powerful representations of abstract concepts, with Love, Pride, and Fate all weighing in, and this creative framing adds to its considerable charm. George pays particular attention to the romantic potential of the everyday—those mundane events that can spark new feelings in anyone hoping for a chance at love. Fans will adore George’s latest exploration of life, love, and destiny * Booklist *
PRAISE FOR NINA GEORGE * - *
Glowing...layered with wit, enchanting writing and a love of books...I prescribed it for a cynical friend who has "seen it all" (and read it all) and she swooned' * Daily Mail *
A true gem for fiction lovers * Good Housekeeping *
A charming tale...for fans of Like Water for Chocolate and Amelie * Red *
An enchanting, uplifting read...the sort of book that acts as a soothing tonic as you read - so the perfect accompaniment to relaxing in the sun * Independent *
ISBN: 9781405945172
Dimensions: 197mm x 130mm x 19mm
Weight: 215g
304 pages