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Emily Griffin

    20 mars 1972

    Emily Giffin est reconnue pour ses romans qui explorent avec justesse la complexité des relations modernes et des dynamiques familiales. Ses œuvres abordent souvent des thèmes universels tels que l'amour, la perte et la quête de soi avec une honnêteté et une empathie communicatives. À travers ses personnages attachants et ses intrigues captivantes, Giffin offre aux lecteurs non seulement du divertissement, mais aussi une réflexion plus profonde sur leur propre vie. Sa capacité à dépeindre les nuances subtiles des liens humains en fait une voix marquante de la fiction contemporaine.

    Emily Griffin
    Meant to Be
    Where We Belong
    Something blue
    Borrowed & Blue
    L'autre homme de ma vie
    Tu m'aimes toujours?
    • Tu m'aimes toujours?

      • 413pages
      • 15 heures de lecture

      Tessa Russo est l'épouse comblée d'un célèbre chirurgien pédiatre, Nick, avec lequel elle a eu deux enfants. Malgré les avertissements de sa mère, Tessa a abandonné sa carrière pour se consacrer à sa famille. Elle vénère son mari, jusqu'à l'aveuglement. Valerie Anderson, avocate, est célibataire et maman de Charlie, six ans. Après de nombreuses déceptions amoureuses, Valerie est devenue hermétique à toute forme de relation : finalement, on n'est bien qu'avec soi. Une nuit, ces femmes que tout oppose voient leurs existences liées. Une passion s'étiole, une autre renaît... Comment remettre en cause tout ce que l'on a construit ? Peut-on fonder un nouveau bonheur sur les ruines d'un autre ?

      Tu m'aimes toujours?
      3,8
    • L'autre homme de ma vie

      • 384pages
      • 14 heures de lecture

      Le jour où, au détour d'une rue de New York, Ellen tombe sur Leo, l'homme qui lui a brisé le coeur huit ans auparavant, c'est un choc. D'abord méfiante, elle s'ouvre à lui, prend goût à son amitié... et comprend qu'elle n'a jamais réussi à l'effacer de sa mémoire. Malgré le couple de rêve qu'elle forme avec Andy, " l'homme parfait ". Avec un humour mordant, Emily Giffin explore les décisions que chacun doit prendre aux carrefours de sa vie.

      L'autre homme de ma vie
      3,8
    • Borrowed & Blue

      • 688pages
      • 25 heures de lecture

      Two of Emily Giffin's most beloved novels tell one story of love and betrayal, friendship and forgiveness...Something BorrowedA hard-working attorney at a large Manhattan firm, Rachel White has always played by the rules, quietly accepting the sidekick role to Darcy in their lopsided friendship. But that changes the night that Rachel confesses her feelings to Darcy's fiancé, and is both horrified and thrilled to discover that he feels the same way. As the wedding date draws near, events spiral out of control, and Rachel knows she must make a choice between her heart and conscience. In doing so, she discovers that the lines between right and wrong can be blurry, endings aren't always neat, and sometimes you have to risk everything to be true to yourself.Something BlueDarcy Rhone has always been able to rely on a few things: her beauty and charm. Her fiancé Dex. Her best friend Rachel. She never needed anything or anyone else. Or so she thought until she uncovered the ultimate betrayal. Blaming everyone but herself, Darcy flees to London and attempts to re-create her glamorous life on a new continent. But to her dismay, she discovers that her tried-and-true tricks no longer apply--and that her luck has finally expired. It is only then that she can begin her journey towards redemption, forgiveness, and the true meaning of happily ever after.

      Borrowed & Blue
      4,2
    • Something blue

      • 384pages
      • 14 heures de lecture

      From the bestselling author of Something Borrowed comes a novel that shows how someone with a "perfect life" can lose it all—and then find everything.

      Something blue
      3,9
    • Where We Belong

      • 372pages
      • 14 heures de lecture

      Marian Caldwell is a thirty-six year old television producer, living her dream in New York City. With a fulfilling career and satisfying relationship, she has convinced everyone, including herself, that her life is just as she wants it to be. But one night, Marian answers a knock on the door . . . only to find Kirby Rose, an eighteen-year-old girl with a key to a past that Marian thought she had sealed off forever. From the moment Kirby appears on her doorstep, Marian’s perfectly constructed world—and her very identity—will be shaken to its core, resurrecting ghosts and memories of a passionate young love affair that threaten everything that has come to define her. For the precocious and determined Kirby, the encounter will spur a process of discovery that ushers her across the threshold of adulthood, forcing her to re-evaluate her family and future in a wise and bittersweet light. As the two women embark on a journey to find the one thing missing in their lives, each will come to recognize that where we belong is often where we least expect to find ourselves—a place that we may have willed ourselves to forget, but that the heart remembers forever.

      Where We Belong
      3,9
    • Meant to Be

      • 368pages
      • 13 heures de lecture

      Set against the backdrop of American royalty, the narrative explores the romance between a privileged man and a woman with a troubled past. Their love story unfolds as a nostalgic and enchanting journey, filled with hope and challenges. The book promises to be a captivating read, blending elements of romance and personal growth, crafted by the author known for her engaging storytelling in previous bestsellers.

      Meant to Be
      3,9
    • All We Ever Wanted

      • 368pages
      • 13 heures de lecture

      In this riveting novel from a bestselling author, three distinct characters navigate the tension between family loyalty and personal values. Nina Browning enjoys a life of privilege after marrying into Nashville's elite, but she grapples with her small-town roots and questions her identity. Tom Volpe, a single father juggling multiple jobs, is proud when his daughter Lyla earns a scholarship to Windsor Academy, a prestigious private school. However, Lyla struggles to fit in amidst the wealth and privilege surrounding her, and her father's protectiveness complicates her teenage experience. A single photograph taken at a party changes everything, igniting controversy within the Windsor community and forcing Tom, Nina, and Lyla together. As they confront the fallout from the image, they must reevaluate their relationships and seek the courage to live authentically. This thought-provoking journey explores themes of wealth, privilege, and the complexities of human connection, making it a compelling read that sparks meaningful discussions. Praised for its engaging narrative and depth, this novel is a timely exploration of societal issues and personal growth.

      All We Ever Wanted
      3,9
    • The Lies That Bind

      • 483pages
      • 17 heures de lecture

      It's 2 AM on a Saturday night in spring 2001, and twenty-eight-year-old Cecily Gardner sits alone in a dive bar on New York's Lower East Side, questioning her life. Feeling lonesome and homesick for the Midwest, she wonders if she'll ever succeed as a reporter and whether breaking up with her longtime boyfriend Matthew was a mistake. As she reaches for her phone to call him, a guy on the barstool next to her advises against it, and she decides to listen. Over the next few hours and shots of tequila, they form an unexpected bond. They agree to part ways the next morning, mindful of the risks of a rebound relationship, especially since Grant is planning to move overseas. However, they struggle to say goodbye, and for the first time, Cecily follows her heart. Then, in the aftermath of 9/11, Grant disappears. Fearing the worst, Cecily sees his face on a missing person poster and realizes she is not the only one searching for him. Her investigative instincts kick in as she vows to uncover the truth. Questions arise: How well did she really know Grant? Did he ever love her? Can one truly love someone who wasn't who they seemed to be? This story is a profound exploration of the search for love and truth in relationships, careers, and within oneself.

      The Lies That Bind
      3,7
    • A House Full of Windsor

      • 292pages
      • 11 heures de lecture

      Spanning from 1980s London to a present-day reality TV show, this story explores how a woman's tumultuous past influences her family's future. Sarah Percy, once the star of a popular morning show segment, faces declining ratings and struggles to provide household advice, especially when her mother becomes involved. Debbie Windsor, Sarah's mother, is a compulsive hoarder and shopaholic, a secret Sarah has hidden for years. Obsessed with royalty, Debbie's life began to mirror Princess Diana's, leading her to collect royal memorabilia as a coping mechanism. After relocating from England to Pennsylvania, the family's home becomes a chaotic reflection of Debbie's struggles. Despite her family's efforts to help, Debbie dismisses their concerns, putting her safety at risk. When Sarah's brother nominates their mother for a TV episode about hoarding, he insists on Sarah's involvement. Reluctantly, both women agree, but the stakes are high. As family and romantic relationships hang in the balance—including Sarah's connection with the show's attractive host and Debbie's budding romance with a local shopkeeper—long-hidden secrets and resentments must be confronted for the family to heal and move forward.

      A House Full of Windsor
      3,7
    • First Comes Love

      • 384pages
      • 14 heures de lecture

      Meredith thought she'd done it all right - married the perfect man, had the perfect daughter - but as she grows increasingly restless, she can't help but wonder if she got the love part wrong. Josie has been happily single for years, but she wants a child of her own so much she's one bad Match.com date away from heading straight for the baby carriage all on her own. The sisters, whose relationship was strained by the tragic death of their older brother over a decade ago, find that they need each other more than they realized

      First Comes Love
      3,6