The Little French Village of Book Lovers

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&rsquo;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&rsquo;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&rsquo; emotions . . . Charming

This spin-off of George&rsquo;s beloved The Little Paris Bookshop&mdash;this is the book within that one&mdash;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&mdash;those mundane events that can spark new feelings in anyone hoping for a chance at love. Fans will adore George&rsquo;s latest exploration of life, love, and destiny

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 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

Nina George is the author of The Little Paris Bookshop, an international bestseller, translated into 37 languages. 
In June 2019, Nina George was elected as President of the European Writers' Council. She lives in Berlin and the Bretagne.

In a small town in balmy Provence, Marie-Jeanne has a gift. She can see the marks Love has left on the people around her. Glowing faces, hands that shimmer brighter when enclosed in another. Before long, she is playing matchmaker. 
 
When Marie-Jeanne's foster father, Francis, sets up a mobile library travelling the many mountain towns of the Nyons region, she takes her quest further. Their library offers entertainment, guidance, reassurance and comfort - but for Marie-Jeanne, the books also allow her to bring soulmates together. 
 
The only person she can't seem to find a partner for is herself. Everyone must have a soulmate. Will Marie-Jeanne be able to recognise hers when Love finally comes her way?

Nina George

Captivating... This exploration of unfinished relationships has a haunting, evocative quality, and is a perfect, conversation-starting selection for book groups

An effective exploration of connections that transcend physical boundaries.... a poignant story about longing, nostalgia, and the pain of missed opportunities

Immersive ... George’s fluid and lyrical prose carries the reader along as the story alternates from languid scenes to heavy emotions. It’s a worthy choice for the beach bag

George crafts lushly drawn settings that act as supporting characters, a talent on full display here as Brittany’s rugged coastline and powerful tides mirror the emotional turbulence of the novel’s protagonists. One Night in Paris is a powerful portrait of two women choosing to act on unexpected desires, regardless of age or circumstance.

If you're looking to be charmed right out of your own life for a few hours, sit down with this wise and winsome novel...Everything happens just as you want it to... from poignant moments to crystalline insights in exactly the right measure

Claire Cousteau is one of France’s most esteemed biologists, with a seemingly perfect family life, but she has become increasingly frustrated by her marriage and her husband’s affairs. 
 
As the Cousteaus prepare for a summer in Brittany, Claire’s son Nico asks if his new girlfriend, Julie, can join them? Julie has conundrums of her own - she is an ambitious woman, and unsure if Nico really is her match. But what the family don’t realise is that Julie and Claire have met before, in a Parisian hotel during a night that Claire thought was her secret. 
 
Beneath the Breton sun, could their surprising bond alter the course of their lives for all time?

Nina George

Praise for One Night in Paris

Captivating... This exploration of unfinished relationships has a haunting, evocative quality, and is a perfect, conversation-starting selection for book groups

An effective exploration of connections that transcend physical boundaries.... a poignant story about longing, nostalgia, and the pain of missed opportunities

Immersive ... George’s fluid and lyrical prose carries the reader along as the story alternates from languid scenes to heavy emotions. It’s a worthy choice for the beach bag

Captivating... This exploration of unfinished relationships has a haunting, evocative quality, and is a perfect, conversation-starting selection for book groups

An effective exploration of connections that transcend physical boundaries.... a poignant story about longing, nostalgia, and the pain of missed opportunities

Immersive ... George’s fluid and lyrical prose carries the reader along as the story alternates from languid scenes to heavy emotions. It’s a worthy choice for the beach bag

Captivating... This exploration of unfinished relationships has a haunting, evocative quality, and is a perfect, conversation-starting selection for book groups

An effective exploration of connections that transcend physical boundaries.... a poignant story about longing, nostalgia, and the pain of missed opportunities

Immersive ... George’s fluid and lyrical prose carries the reader along as the story alternates from languid scenes to heavy emotions. It’s a worthy choice for the beach bag

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