A cup of tea / chocolate / coffee and a good novel: the perfect combination to forget the days which get shorter and the rain which does not stop falling by plunging into a fascinating intrigue. Tempted by this program? Discover our latest favorite books and choose your next reading. Whether you're more of a dark thriller, scary thriller or romantic comedy, there's something for everyone.
Impact by Olivier Norek
Virgil Solal, former soldier, has seen all the worst horrors during his missions all over the world. So many past deaths (including his daughter, who died at birth because of pollution) and to come that will encourage him to go to war against the powerful and upset the world order.
A powerful, violent novel that makes us wonder about our actions, big and small, in terms of ecology. The future of the planet is THE central theme of Olivier Norek's new novel, to the point of eclipsing the "thriller" side of history. Each chapter shows us the devastating consequences of pollution and climate change in the world, whether in France, India, Australia, Africa or even Russia. And we can only wonder: who is the real villain in this story? Virgil Solal, who kidnapped, kidnapped and murdered two great French leaders or those powerful people he is attacking? We are carried away by the powerful scenario which leaves no one indifferent.
Impact by Olivier Norek
Editions Michel Lafon
368 pages, € 19.95
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The stars shine brighter in winter by Sophie Jomain
A few days before the opening of the Fééries, the biggest annual event of the Hartmann galleries, the excitement is at its peak. And for good reason: the new boss of the company, Alexandre Hartmann, who has just arrived following the tragic death of his father, has decided to change the whole decoration. For Agathe, the head of the toys department who took care of everything, it was the hammer blow. How to do it in less than a week when it took months to prepare everything? And what about this new CEO, as unbearable as he is handsome, who keeps putting pressure on him so that these desires are fulfilled as soon as possible? Not to mention her sister Valéria who, after years away, has decided that she wants to regain custody of her daughter Chloé, whom Agathe is taking care of. In short, nothing is going in the life of the young woman. But when the magic of Christmas steps in, anything becomes possible …
We are slowly starting to get into the holiday mood with this pretty novel full of magic, fantasy and love. And it will take some magic for this poor Agathe who sees her life, both professional and personal, going off to a good start with all these upheavals. Fortunately, she can count on her strong character and determination (and maybe a little help from Santa Claus …) to find solutions and face hard knocks. A nice comedy to discover.
The stars shine brighter in winter by Sophie Jomain
Charleston Editions
304 pages, 19 €
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The stranger of the forest by Harlan Coben
Found in the wild in the New Jersey forest as a child, Wilde has always been left out. But when famous lawyer Hester Grimstein contacts him to investigate the mysterious disappearance of a high school student, friend of her grandson Matthew, whom no one seems to care about, he accepts. But when a second teenager disappears, the marginal quickly realizes that this story is far from being as simple as it seems …
The master of suspense offers us a thrilling new story. We focus on Wilde, a former wild child who has remained a marginal in society, which allows him all the more to have an outside point of view on the whole situation and the ramifications behind the disappearance of the two. high school students. Slowly but surely, we follow the trail with him until the final denouement and its resounding repercussions.
The stranger of the forest by Harlan Coben
Belfond editions
432 pages, € 21.90
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(Almost) perfect karma by Roxane Dambre
Siloé, a bubbly Parisian, is definitely bored in her work. On the eve of celebrating her 3 years of service, she is determined to find another, more fulfilling job. But with her chronic awkwardness, it's easier said than done, especially since there are certain situations that happen only to her … like having a job interview with the "psychopath" though. too charming that she vaguely insulted two days earlier. A man who offers her a strange deal. Will Siloam be tempted?
We fall for the novel by Roxanne Dambre, a comedy full of freshness and humor. Siloah's clumsiness is linked to such an extent that one wonders how far his bad luck will go. But when you are as blundering as the heroine, should we be surprised to find characters all more wacky than each other … Fortunately, the handsome hero is there to give her a helping hand (after a few incredible adventures) and help him to put a little order in his life … and more if affinities!
(Almost) perfect karma by Roxane Dambre
Editions The Pocket Book
320 pages, € 7.70
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Storia – Collective
Snow White, Donkey Skin, Cinderella, Beauty and the Beast, The 3 Little Pigs, the villainous duckling … so many tales that rocked our childhood and which serve as inspiration for 17 thriller authors for this book with darker stories than the next.
Snow White prostitute in Amsterdam and in the sights of a serial killer, Pinocchio petty delinquent in Los Angeles or Little Red Riding Hood, Parisian investigator to stop wolves: here are some of the tales revisited by the 17 thriller authors gathered in Storia, a collection of short stories to make you shiver. We get caught up in the game to discover how everyone reinterprets these classics from our childhood to make short stories, more blood red than candy pink. If you like thrillers, this book will delight you … and also allow you to make a small gesture for the benefit of the ELA association. The rights are in fact reserved for the association, which helps children with leukodystrophy.
Storia – Collective
Hugo & Cie Publishing
409 pages, € 7.60
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Cottage, ghosts and ambush by Ann Granger
Lucas Burton hates the countryside and the businessman is unlikely to change his mind when he finds a dead body in the abandoned farmhouse he has just visited. And this is only the beginning of his troubles because Penny Gower, the manager of the nearby equestrian center, saw his car leave the scene of the crime. Without a solid lead, he makes an ideal suspect for Jess Campbell, the investigator in charge and under pressure from her new boss. But when a new corpse is discovered, things get complicated …
A nice little survey in the English countryside which reminds us of the novels of the genre. We follow with pleasure Jess Campbell during his interrogations with the locals to discover the underside of these murders (money, revenge). An ideal novel to enjoy with a cup of tea on a rainy afternoon.
Cottage, ghosts and ambush by Ann Granger
Editions 10/18
360 pages, € 13.90
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My territory by Tess Sharpe
Harley, the only daughter of a California crime lord, has known this brutal environment from a young age. A world where she must find a place today, between gang warfare, family revenge and criticism of men under her father's orders, not necessarily delighted to see a woman make the decisions. Will it succeed in establishing itself in its territory?
A compelling novel with a heroine who does not have her tongue in her pocket and does not hesitate to pull out her arms to defend her positions and the causes that are close to her heart, like this hotel, founded by her late mother, which collects battered women and their children. But not easy to be heard and to change things in a world ruled by men, where violence and death reign. It will take all of Harley's strength of character and determination to impose her own law on her territory.
My territory by Tess Sharpe
Pocket Editions
595 pages, € 8.70
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Stronger than her by Jacques Expert
Awakened by a familiar voice in the middle of the night, Cécile is pushed down the stairs of her chic suburban house and dies instantly, leaving two children and a grieving husband. A husband who is far from blameless, as the police will soon find out. The latter indeed had a mistress, his assistant Raphaëlle, who left everything to live their devouring passion. Who is responsible for this crime: the husband, the mistress or both? But, as the versions of the different protagonists clash, a dark scheme emerges …
Jacques Expert offers us a Machiavellian story at will. If you like to immerse yourself in intrigues where manipulation is the key word, you will be delighted because the person behind Cécile's murder has woven his web brilliantly and it will take all the stubbornness of a cop, a judge and the revolt of a deceived and betrayed person to bring out the truth. We get caught up in this intrigue, wondering until the end if the real culprit will end up being caught.
Stronger than her by Jacques Expert
Editions Calmann Lévy
414 pages, € 19.90
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