The Girl Who Wouldn't Be Silent, by Abi Daré
As a teenager, Adunni is sold by her father to a man who will become her third husband. But at just 14 years old, the young girl has bigger dreams—she aspires to continue her education and become a teacher to bring about change. In her daily life, marked by the violence of her new husband and the cruelty of his first wife, Adunni manages to find sweetness and peace through the presence of Khadija, the second wife, and the cherished memories of her late mother. Despite facing many tragedies, Adunni shows unmatched determination to take control of her life and make her voice heard. Through her unique and heartfelt writing, Abi Daré gives a voice to all these Nigerian girls who dream of a better life. It's a captivating story that never fails to shock and tug at our heartstrings.and move us. A must-read in 2025 !
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Published by Albin Michel, Nox Romance collection
In bookstores on January 22, 2025
Rue de la Gaîté, by Axel Auriant
Baptiste lives for the theater, balancing his days at Cours Florent and his evening job as an usher at the Théâtre Montparnasse. Throughout his journey, he grows closer to Marvin, a classmate with limitless ambition, but also meets Marcel André, his role model. Under the spotlight, Baptiste feels happier than ever. But when the curtain rises, he quickly realizes that theater is much more than a calling and can be a remedy for many ills. Axel Auriant, starring in the play Numéro Deux at the Théâtre Tristan Bernard from January 18, offers us a heartfelt debut novel, serving as a grand tribute to his passion for the stage.
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Published by JC Lattès
In bookstores on January 8, 2025
Hôtel de la Folie, by David le BaillyPia Nerina has just jumped from the 6th floor of a building near the Champs-Élysées, right in front of her 14-year-old grandson. Who was this Neapolitan woman who managed to carve out a place for herself in the elegant neighborhoods of Paris without a diploma or a declared job? Now an adult, David decides to investigate and uncover the origins of this woman. With this work blending fiction and reality, where each word is chosen with the utmost precision, David le Bailly pays a touching tribute to his “mémé.”
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Published by Points Editions
Available in bookstores on January 14, 2025
