Title : Madame Bâ - Erik Orsenna - book Summary : Madame Bâ Marguerite was born on August 10, 1947, in Medina (Mali), on the banks of the Senegal River. The daughter of Ousmane, a blacksmith and assistant director of the waterfall, and Mariama, a "traditionist," meaning a scholar of all things from the past, Madame Bâ loves knowledge. To find her favorite grandson, who disappeared in France, swallowed by the football ogre, she applies for a visa. It is refused. So she addresses the President of the French Republic. One by one, she scrupulously answers all the questions posed by the official form 13-0021. But no one has ever been able to confine Madame Bâ to a framework. Name, first names, place of birth? Madame Bâ tells of her childhood filled with wonder by the river, of a father's love, of learning about birds? Family situation? Madame Bâ recounts her sumptuous and painful passion for a too-handsome Fulani husband. Children? Madame Bâ tells her eight children about this strange "compass disease" that affects them? Without embellishment or complacency, Madame Bâ recounts today's Africa, its violence, its shattered dreams, its mafias. But also its eternal riches of solidarity, this formidable weaving between human beings. Madame Bâ is first and foremost that: the portrait of a woman. An African woman, that is to say, a woman who, more than any other woman, must fight for her dignity and her freedom. Fifteen years after the Colonial Exhibition , I set out again to explore France's relations with its former empire. But this time, it's the South that's looking at us. EO EAN : 9782213615455 Used book Book in good condition The book matches the photo

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Title : A Life of Light and Wind - Christian Signol - book Summary : Jean, the foundling, was raised by a couple of illiterate, unsophisticated, and superstitious shepherds. Fortunately, military service will save him from this hell. With the help of a teacher, he finally learns to read and write, discovering the warmth of a real home. Then comes the "Phoney War" on the eastern borders, and the debacle. The beginning of a long wandering that brings Jean back to the South, until he meets Joseph, his friend, his double, and Dorine, a simple heart, who has fallen madly in love with the young man. But as the war draws closer, will Jean be able to escape his destiny? Rooted in the wild beauty of the windswept highlands of the South, the story of this boy without family, without reference points, in search of a little human warmth and love, is overwhelming. Jean Dolin will probably remain as one of the purest and most endearing characters in the work of Christian Signol, whose sensitivity and accuracy shine through on every page of this great novel. EAN : 9782226259905 Used book Book in good condition The book matches the photo

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Title : The Kingdom of the River - Volume 2 - Christian Signol - book Summary : Suddenly, it was as if the straw in a granary had caught fire, sending golden flames dancing across the river. Benjamin pulled Mary against him, took her hands, placed them on the rudder, and held them in his own. “Look at my kingdom,” he said. “The only one in the world worth defending.” He steered the rudder, and Mary felt the power of the water in her hands, in her arms, her shoulders. “Do you know why?” Benjamin asked. She smiled, amused, and shook her head. “Because in that kingdom, all men can become kings. And women?” “Only those who know how to hold a rudder,” he said, laughing. “Then let me try.” It was still a time of happiness for Mary and Benjamin. But already History, the “great” kind, was reaching them. With the 1848 revolution crushed in Paris, a silent repression weighed on the country. In December 1851, Prince Napoleon's coup d'état sparked a veritable insurrection throughout the republican Southwest. Benjamin, who took part, was arrested, tried, and deported to Algeria with thousands of others. Once again—as was already the case in Les cailloux bleus et les menthes sauvages—a woman brings to life a novel by Christian Signol. EAN : 9782221071984 Used book Book in good condition The book matches the photo

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Title : Why the Sky is Blue - Christian Signol - book Summary : Julien Signol, my paternal grandfather, never knew how to read or write, and I, his grandson, became a writer. Thanks to him, of course, and thanks to my parents, their work, their courage, everything they left me. And yet, it took Julien more than forty years to dare ask his son the question his mother had answered with a cruel slap when he was seven: Why is the sky blue? He was left bruised, vaguely understanding that the child of a servant, a widow at that, had no right to raise his head to the sky. This scene did not take place in the 18th century. century, but the dawn of the 20th century ... Men suffer, struggle, so that their children live better lives than they did. Julien is a humble example: by escaping a destiny written in advance, he succeeded in conquering his dignity, in offering his sons everything he had lacked. Is this not still today, despite the differences in lifestyles, the goal of all men and women in a fight that remains and will always remain the same? Christian Signol EAN : 9782226194039 Used book Book in good condition The book matches the photo

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Title : The Children of the Righteous - Christian Signol - book Summary : The novel that inspired the film Children of the Just, starring Mathilde Seigner and Gérard Lanvin. In 1942, in the Dordogne department, the demarcation line crossed the course of the Isle. The Laborie farm is a stone's throw from the river and Virgile, listening only to his heart, never refuses his boat to those who try to cross into the free zone. When Virgile and Victoria, who have never been able to have children, are offered the chance to hide Sarah and Elie, two Jewish children lost in the turmoil , they welcome the little refugees as a gift from heaven. As the days go by, despite betrayals, denunciations, and incessant checks, the Resistance is organized in the Périgord until the retreat of the German troops in blood and terror. With a sensitivity and a precision of tone that are overwhelming, Christian Signol evokes this painful period in history when, like the Labories, many French people did not hesitate to put their lives at risk with the simple certainty of fulfilling their duty as citizens, as human beings. This novel, which the author holds so dear, is a superb tribute to the memory of these Righteous people who cannot be forgotten. " The novel is dazzling, the writing is understated, and the story is wonderfully beautiful. ". West France EAN : 9782226244239 Used book Book in good condition The book matches the photo

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Title : After - Volume 3 - Anna Todd - book Summary : Hardin's touchy temper continues to play tricks on him, and he narrowly escapes expulsion from college. Meanwhile, Tessa bumps into her father by chance on a street corner. Hardin, still as unmanageable as ever, doesn't make this unexpected meeting any easier. Tessa will have to face the most painful question of all: will Hardin ever be able to open up? A weekend at Hardin's father's house is the perfect opportunity to refocus on their history. Riley and Lillian's meeting will teach them much more than all their quarrels. Yet, the departure for Seattle is approaching... It's time to make the right decisions. But is Hardin even capable of putting his demons aside to follow Tessa? Will the passionate need to be together be stronger than all the obstacles? EAN : 9782253194606 Used book Book in good condition The book matches the photo

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Title : The Emerald Knights, Volume 4 - Anne Robillard - book Summary : At 19, Kira finally becomes a Knight and marries Emerald Sage, unaware that he is possessed by the spirit of the renegade Onyx. When Onyx decides to take revenge on Abnar, the Emerald Knights must deploy all their might to prevent him from destroying their immortal ally. Now himself again, Sage is confronted with a life he has no memory of. Subjected once again to Elund's magical trials, will the young warrior succeed in retaining his title? As celebrations for Parandar, leader of the gods, rage, a dying man arrives in the great courtyard of Emerald Castle and announces to the Knights that unknown creatures are decimating the coast. Listening only to their own hearts, the valiant soldiers rush to the aid of the suffering villages. What trap has Amecareth set for them now? EAN : 9782749907833 Used book Book in good condition The book matches the photo

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Title : Double Trap - Harlan Coben - book Summary : You think you know the truth. The truth is, you don't know anything. New Jersey, today. To monitor her babysitter, Maya installed a camera in her living room. One day, a man appears on the screen, playing with her little Lily. A man Maya knows well: Joe, her husband... whom she has just buried. A shock. And disturbing discoveries: Joe's death certificate is missing, and the gun used in his death is also the one that killed Maya's sister, Claire, three years earlier. Dead or alive, who was Joe really? Should we believe everything we see? For Maya, the time has come to delve into a troubled past; a world on the border between truth and illusion. A dangerous world, of which she could be the latest victim. EAN : 9782714460677 Used book Book in good condition The book matches the photo

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Title : The Mystery of the Gods - Cycle of the Gods - volume 3 - Bernard Werber - book Summary : Above men, the Angels. Above the Angels, the Gods. Above the Gods: ? After We, the Gods (2004) and The Breath of the Gods (2005), The Mystery of the Gods is the third part of the Cycle of the Gods trilogy . “More than ever, we can say that the dream-lighter is Werber.” Olivier Delcroix, Le Figaro. EAN : 9782226179791 Used book Book in good condition The book matches the photo

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Title : The Help - Kathryn Stockett - book Summary : In Jackson, Mississippi, white people's homes are cleaned, cooked, and cared for by Black women. It's 1962, and racial laws are in force. In forty years of service, Aibileen has learned to hold her tongue. Her sassy best friend, Minny, has just been fired. If things get worse, she'll have to look for work in another city. Maybe even move to another state, like Constantine, who hasn't been seen here since, for reasons unmentionable, the Phelans fired her. But Skeeter, the Phelans' daughter, isn't like the others. Returning to Jackson after graduation, she's determined to find out why Constantine, who lovingly raised her for 22 years, left without even a note. A young white bourgeois woman and two black maids. No one would believe their friendship; even fewer would tolerate it. Yet, driven by a deep desire to change things, despite their fear, they will unite their destinies and, in great secrecy, write a moving story. Exciting, funny, moving, The Color of Feelings has conquered America with its unforgettable characters. Selling over two million copies, this debut novel, a true cultural phenomenon across the Atlantic, is a pure joy to read. EAN : 9782742792917 Used book Book in good condition The book matches the photo

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Title : La Fontaine A Truant School - Erik Orsenna - book Summary : “Since childhood, he has been our friend. And the animals in his Fables, our family. Lamb, crow, wolf, fly, frog, crayfish have never left us again. Mischievous and wise company! But what do we know about La Fontaine, undoubtedly the greatest poet of our French language? Here is a stroll through the true land of a certain little Jean, born on July 8, 1621, in the good town of Château-Thierry, just at the entrance to Champagne. Soon here is Paris, joyful Latin Quarter and good comrades: Boileau, Molière, Racine. Here is a protector, a too brilliant superintendent of Finances, soon to be imprisoned. One cannot overshadow the Sun King without risk. Here is a very consistent husband: quickly cuckolded and at ease about it, provided that he is allowed to run as he pleases. Here is poverty, despite the immense success of the Fables. And, perhaps for the best, here are some Tales. The National Education system, which doesn't like to blush, forbade us from teaching them. We meet too many "nice-bodiced" ladies. You will see how La Fontaine resembles life: half fable, half tale. Seriously naughty. EAN : 9782234082489 Used book Book in good condition The book matches the photo

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Title : The Butterfly of the Stars - Bernard Werber - book Summary : “This planet is our cradle, but we have wrecked it. We will never be able to heal it again or find it the way it was before. When the house collapses, we must leave. Start all over again, somewhere else and differently. The Last Hope is Flight.” EAN : 9782226173492 Used book Book in good condition The book matches the photo

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Title : Without Regrets - Françoise Bourdin - book Summary : Balbuzard Castle, a few kilometers from Tours. The adventure of a lifetime for Richard and Jeanne, who transform this Renaissance jewel into a hotel. A true success: in fifteen years, it becomes a must-see vacation spot. An adventure driven by the strength of their relationship. Yet, all it takes is for Richard to meet Isabelle, his childhood sweetheart, for everything to change... "Without Regrets is a gripping novel, dark, painful, and yet sunny and optimistic." Towards the Future (Belgium) "A novel you won't regret diving into." France Dimanche EAN : 9782266200738 Used book Book in good condition The book matches the photo

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Title : Facing the Sea - Françoise Bourdin - book Summary : No one is safe from the evil of the century... Even the strongest among us. Mathieu has run an independent bookstore in Le Havre for over twenty years. He devoted his life to his business, which led to a divorce and prevented him from seeing his daughter, Angélique, grow up. Passionate about his work, surrounded by colleagues who admire him, he is a complete success. But success comes at a price, and one day, he burns out. Mathieu finds it impossible to walk through the door of his bookstore. Depressed and apathetic, he decides to drop everything and take refuge in Sainte-Adresse, in the house of his old friend César, who has just died. While he yearns for nothing but solitude, his loved ones invite themselves over one after the other. Tess, his loving but powerless companion, his ex-wife, his three brothers, who do not understand the reasons for such a crisis. Only Angélique takes the measure of the situation and, despite her youth, decides to watch over the bookstore and motivate the employees every day, even if it means neglecting her studies. While Mathieu tries to find the source of the evil that is destroying him in his past, Angélique's unwavering determination could well help him rebuild his life and consider a new way of practicing his profession. Especially if dangers arise... EAN : 9782714460561 Used book The book matches the photo

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Title : Whatever Happens - Laura Barnett - book Summary : In 1958, Eva is nineteen, a student at Cambridge University, and in love with David. One day, while she's on her way to class, her bike runs over a nail. A man, Jim, witnesses the incident. What will happen next? This moment will be decisive for their future together. One starting point, three possible versions of their story: the novel follows the different paths that Jim and Eva's lives could take after this first meeting. Lives filled with passion, betrayal, ambition, and a powerful bond. Because, whatever happens, Eva and Jim will live a love story. A poignant book and a fine analysis of the complexity of love, this modern romantic comedy was a number one bestseller in England.  A deeply touching and moving story. Stylist. Extraordinarily constructed and constantly surprising. The Times. Finalist for the 2016 Relay des Voyageurs Lecteurs prize. EAN : 9782253070849 Used book Book in good condition The book matches the photo

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Title : The Plague - Albert Camus - book Summary : Naturally, you know what it is, Rieux? - I'm waiting for the results of the tests. - I know. And I don't need tests. I spent part of my career in China, and I saw a few cases in Paris, about twenty years ago. Only, no one dared to give them a name at the time... And then, as a colleague said: "It's impossible, everyone knows that it has disappeared from the West." Yes, everyone knew, except the dead. Come on, Rieux, you know as well as I do what it is... - Yes, Castel, he said, it's hardly believable. But it certainly seems to be the plague." EAN : 9782070360420 Used book Book in good condition The book matches the photo

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Title : Those Who Are Going to Die Salute You - Fred Vargas - book Summary : A priori, all of Michelangelo's drawings have been catalogued. And when one of them discreetly appears on the market, there is every reason to assume that it has been stolen. The most incredible thing is that the one offered to Henri Valhubert, a famous Parisian expert, probably comes from the Vatican Library! Who would risk stealing the treasures of the papal archives? The matter becomes complicated when Valhubert is assassinated one evening during a celebration in front of the Palazzo Farnese. Instantly, suspicion falls on the victim's son. He is part of a curious triumvirate of students, nicknamed after emperors: Claudius, Nero, and Tiberius. Having lived in Rome for several years, all three have a unique bond with Valhubert's widow. A woman of captivating charm and whose past contains some dark patches... EAN : 9782290309926 Used book Book in good condition The book matches the photo

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Title : The Bride's Witnesses - Didier Van Cauwelaert - book Summary : Five days before his wedding, our best friend dies in an accident. His fiancée arrives from Shanghai, unaware of anything. We were about to shatter her dream, and now she's the one who turns our lives upside down. DVC Amazing and funny, moving and unusual... From the very beginning of this surreal thriller, we enter another dimension. Gilles Pudlowski, Le Point. A Machiavellian comedy with relentless humor. Julien Bisson, France-Soir. EAN : 9782253166641 Used book Book in good condition The book matches the photo

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Title : Black Fear - Harlan Coben - book Summary : Myron Bolitar is in a bad patch: just as his agency is struggling, this phone call from Emily Downing. A first love that reconnects is never a good sign. Especially since thirteen years ago, Emily could think of nothing better to do than to dump him for Greg, the hated rival. The man who raised Emily, now tells him, has his own son, Jeremy... The news throws Bolitar off balance, but a second one quickly puts him back in the picture: Jeremy suffers from severe anemia that only a bone marrow transplant could cure. And the only compatible donor has vanished into thin air. Fathers, sons, a plagiarizing journalist, a serial killer, a mess of problems and bills to settle. The race for the donor is on, and the stakes are nothing like a baseball game. EAN : 9782266196369 Used book Book in good condition The book matches the photo

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Title : Haka - Caryl Férey - book Summary : Of Maori descent, Jack Fitzgerald joined the police after his daughter and wife mysteriously disappeared on a New Zealand island. Not the slightest trace. Just the empty car and the memory of a hand gesture, a radiant smile... Twenty-five years have passed. Jack has become a quick-witted loner, an incorruptible "stationary despairer." The discovery on a beach of the corpse of a young girl with her genitals scalped revives the hell of hypotheses exacerbated by grief. Aided by a brilliant criminologist, Jack, faced with the mounting murders, will lead the investigation to the final chaos... EAN : 9782070425938 Used book Book in good condition The book matches the photo

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Title : Cupid has cardboard wings - Raphaëlle Giordano - book Summary : Meredith loves Antoine. Madly. But on the cusp of a more serious commitment, her doubts are catching up with her. A budding actress, she feels like she's still a pale reflection of herself. But experiencing their feelings a shade below is unbearable! In her romantic mind, the crazy idea of ​​walking away, taking the risk of losing him to find herself, and better yet, returning to him, germinates. Like a Candide of love, she wants to take advantage of her tour with her friend Rose to begin this "Love tour", and finally ask herself the right questions. Because she senses that being worthy of a great love can only be achieved by moving forward on her Amourability: her capacity to love, by transforming her relationship with herself, with others, and with the world... Antoine grants her six months and one day. The countdown begins. Along the way, Meredith will meet some strange characters who will help her move forward. Or sometimes backward... Cupid is mischievous. But luckily, he has more than one arrow in his quiver! EAN : 9782266306287 Used book The book matches the photo

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Title : After, Volume 1 - Anna Todd - book Summary : Tessa is an ambitious, strong-willed, reserved young girl. She controls her life. Her boyfriend, Noah, is the ideal son-in-law. The one her mother adores, the one who won't rock the boat. Her future is all mapped out: a good education, a good job, a happy marriage... But that was before he bumped into her in the dorm. He's Hardin, bad boy, sexy, tattooed, pierced. Rude, provocative, and cruel, he's the most detestable guy Tessa has ever met. And yet, the day she finds herself alone with him, she loses all control. This unmanageable man arouses a boundless passion in her. A passion that, against all odds, seems reciprocated... Initiation, sex, jealousy, lies, between Tessa and Hardin, is it a destructive story or absolute love? The first volume of a phenomenal series, a true global bestseller.  Sulphurous and addictive. Direct Morning. There is some Fifty Shades of Grey in the air. She. EAN : 9782253194583 Used book Book in good condition The book matches the photo

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Title : The Southern Community - Volume 1 - When Danger Lurks - Charlaine Harris - book Summary : I, Sookie Stackhouse, have a weakness for vampires. And in New Orleans, there's no shortage of them! In fact, one evening, a gentleman with a taste for hemoglobin, Bill Compton, arrived at the bar where I work, Merlotte's. Since I have the ability to read minds, I quickly understood that he was in big trouble..." Vampires now live among humans thanks to a substitute that allows them to feed without killing. But mistrust still reigns in Bon Temps, a small town in the American heartland. The arrival of Bill, a dark 19th-century vampire, will turn the life of the young telepathic waitress, Sookie, upside down, especially as a wave of crimes hits the city. EAN : 9782290018057 Used book Book in good condition The book matches the photo

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Title : Without a Word - Harlan Coben - book Summary : How well do you really know your child? Mike and Tia constantly ask themselves this question: their sixteen-year-old son Adam has changed. Hidden away in his room, he never leaves his computer. Despite their reluctance, they decide to install monitoring software. One day, a disturbing email. And Adam disappears. Without a word... That's when everything changes. EAN : 9782266198691 Used book Book in good condition The book matches the photo

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