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The Little French Village of Book Lovers

By: Nina George, Simon Pare - translator
Narrated by: Mary Jane Wells, Steve West
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Brought to you by Penguin.

Read the heartwarming new novel from the international million-copy bestselling author of The Little Paris Bookshop
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?

‘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

©2023 Nina George (P)2023 Penguin Audio

 20th Century Contemporary Romance Fiction Friendship Genre Fiction Historical Historical Fiction Magical Realism Romance Small Town & Rural

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Critic reviews

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.
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
An appealing companion piece to The Little Paris Bookshop. George convincingly portrays her characters’ emotions . . . Charming
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
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'
A true gem for fiction lovers
A charming tale...for fans of Like Water for Chocolate and Amelie
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
All stars
Most relevant
I absolutely love Nina George’s novels.
They are a joy to listen to.
The translation is sympathetically done - a true feat.

Balm for the soul

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