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Joanne Harris

    3 juillet 1964

    Joanne Harris est une auteure dont l'œuvre diversifiée couvre le réalisme magique, le suspense, la fiction historique, la mythologie et le fantastique. Son style littéraire est plein de rebondissements inattendus et d'aperçus profonds de la psychologie humaine. Harris mêle magistralement le suspense à l'imagerie poétique, créant des œuvres qui captivent les lecteurs. Ses histoires explorent souvent les thèmes du désir, du mystère et de la nature changeante de l'identité.

    Joanne Harris
    The little book of Chocolat
    Ten Things About Writing
    L'été des saltimbanques
    Le cinq quartiers de l'orange
    Chocolat
    Des pêches pour Monsieur le curé
    • Vianne

      • 400pages
      • 14 heures de lecture

      Set in the enchanting world of Chocolat, the story follows beloved characters as they navigate new challenges and adventures. With a blend of magic and culinary delights, the narrative explores themes of love, community, and the transformative power of chocolate. Joanne Harris masterfully weaves together the familiar charm of her previous work with fresh elements, inviting readers back to a place where indulgence and emotion intertwine. This return promises both nostalgia and new experiences for fans of the original tale.

      Vianne2025
      4,1
    • The Moonlight Market

      • 284pages
      • 10 heures de lecture

      Urban moths have evolved to blend in with a world of concrete and stone, rather than a woodland environment. What if fairies did the same?

      The Moonlight Market2024
      3,4
    • Maiden, Mother, Crone

      • 592pages
      • 21 heures de lecture

      Take a deep breath and immerse yourself in this stunning updated collection of vivid and evocative tales from Number 1 bestselling author Joanne Harris.

      Maiden, Mother, Crone2023
      4,0
    • A bold and timely novel from #1 bestselling author Joanne Harris that explores how women can feel invisible as they grow older - and what happens when they decide to take back control...Have you ever felt invisible? Bernie Moon has given her life to other people: her husband, her son, her friends (who are these days, mostly online). At nineteen she was full of dreams and ambitions; now almost fifty, and going through the menopause, she's fading, fast. Heartbroken and hormonal, she often feels like she's losing her mind.But when a young woman is murdered in a local park, it sparks a series of childhood memories in Bernie and with them, a talent that has lain dormant most of her adult life.She promised herself she'd never think of it again. When she was a teenager, it almost destroyed her. But now she's older, could it be the power she's been missing? Could it be the chance to, finally, make them look?

      Broken Light: The explosive and unforgettable new novel from the million copy bestselling author2023
      4,0
    • На одной из тихих улиц Монмартра нашли прибежище Жанна и её дочери Розетта и Анни. Они мирно и даже счастливо живут в квартирке над своей маленькой шоколадной лавкой. Ветер, который в былые времена постоянно заставлял их переезжать с места на место, затих - по крайней мере, на время. Ничто не отличает их от остальных обитателей Монмартра, и возле их двери больше не висят красные саше с травами, отводящими зло. Но внезапно в их жизнь вторгается Зози де Лальба, женщина в ярко-красных, блестящих, как леденцы, туфлях, и всё начинает стремительно меняться... "Леденцовые туфельки" Джоанн Харрис - это новая встреча с героями знаменитого романа "Шоколад".

      Леденцовые туфельки. Ledencovye tufelki2021
    • A Narrow Door

      • 320pages
      • 12 heures de lecture

      "A dark world of emotional complexity and betrayal, where twist follows twist and nothing is what it seems. A masterful narrative voice, and a compulsive thriller from one of our greatest writers. I absolutely loved it." - Alex Michaelides, No.1 bestselling author of THE SILENT PATIENTFrom the Sunday Times and internationally bestselling, multi prize-winning author Joanne Harris, comes A NARROW DOOR - an explosive psychological thriller about one woman who, having carved out her own path to power, is now intent on tearing apart the elite world that tried to hold her back . . . piece by piece.---Praise for Joanne Harris's other books set in the St Oswald's world - which all read as standalone thrillers:'A masterpiece of misdirection' Val McDermid'Delivers an almighty twist . . . brilliantly atmospheric ' The Times'Crime novel or literary novel? Categories really don't matter; readers will find themselves comprehensively gripped' Independent'[A] gripping psychological thriller . . . Harris is one of our most accomplished novelists' Daily Express'Marvellously mischievous' Good Housekeeping'A classic whodunnit with the characters carefully crafted and the tension at a knife edge' Sunday Express'[A] delicious black comedy' Daily Mail

      A Narrow Door2021
      3,7
    • Honeycomb

      • 288pages
      • 11 heures de lecture

      "The toymaker who wants to create the perfect wife; the princess whose heart is won by words, not actions; the tiny dog whose confidence far outweighs his size; and the sinister Lacewing King who rules over the Silken Folk. These are just a few of the weird and wonderful creatures who populate Joanne Harris's first collection of fairy tales"--

      Honeycomb2021
      4,1
    • The Pre-intermediate Student's Book with Online Workbook provides 80 hours of core teaching material. The Online Workbook contains a wide range of easy-to- use consolidated activities and also allows teachers to monitor student's work and progress. Vocabulary and Grammar are given equal importance and there is a clear focus on improving student's listening and speaking skills in social situations. The Student's Book includes optional video for the Real World lessons (available on the Teacher's DVD) with vocabulary selection informed by English Profile and the Cambridge Learner Corpus. (Please note that the face2face Second edition Class Audio CD's are available separately).

      face2face pre Intermediate Student's Book with Online Workbook2020
    • Orfeia

      • 240pages
      • 9 heures de lecture

      Take a deep breath and immerse yourself in this stunning new novella from #1 Bestselling author Joanne Harris.

      Orfeia2020
      3,7
    • Ten Things About Writing

      • 224pages
      • 8 heures de lecture

      An indispensable guide to the craft of writing and business of publishing from one of our bestselling and most versatile authors.

      Ten Things About Writing2020
      4,4
    • The Strawberry Thief

      • 384pages
      • 14 heures de lecture

      THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER 'So wise, so atmospheric, so beautifully written' Marian Keyes A death. A confession. And a little magic... Vianne Rocher has settled down. Lansquenet-sous-Tannes, the place that once rejected her, has finally become her home. With Rosette, her 'special' child, she runs her chocolate shop in the square, talks to her friends on the river, is part of the community. Even Reynaud, the priest, has become a friend. But when old Narcisse, the florist, dies, leaving a parcel of land to Rosette and a written confession to Reynaud, the life of the sleepy village is once more thrown into disarray. The arrival of Narcisse's relatives, the departure of an old friend and the opening of a mysterious new shop in the place of the florist's across the square - one that mirrors the chocolaterie, and has a strange appeal of its own - all seem to herald some kind of change: a confrontation, a turbulence - even, perhaps, a murder... 'A writer whose wit and sharp observation enhances her engaging story-telling' Salley Vickers 'The most magical, stunningly beautiful novel . . . I sobbed at the end because I couldn't bear to leave. Joanne is truly one of the world's finest storytellers' Joanna Cannon 'A place of magic and mysteries, and Harris excels in this delicate balance of realism and enchantment . . . It will intrigue and charm readers every bit as much as Chocolat' Monica Ali

      The Strawberry Thief2019
      4,0
    • The Blue Salt Road

      • 224pages
      • 8 heures de lecture

      An earthly nourris sits and sings And aye she sings, "Ba lilly wean, Little ken I my bairn's father, Far less the land that he staps in. (Child Ballad, no. 113) So begins a stunning tale of love, loss and revenge, against a powerful backdrop of adventure on the high seas, and drama on the land. The Blue Salt Road balances passion and loss, love and violence and draws on nature and folklore to weave a stunning modern mythology around a nameless, wild young man. Passion drew him to a new world, and trickery has kept him there - without his memories, separated from his own people. But as he finds his way in this dangerous new way of life, so he learns that his notions of home, and your people, might not be as fixed as he believed. Beautifully illustrated by Bonnie Helen Hawkins, this is a stunning and original modern fairytale.

      The Blue Salt Road2018
      3,9
    • The Testament of Loki

      • 304pages
      • 11 heures de lecture

      Ragnarok was the End of Worlds. Asgard fell, centuries ago, and the old gods have been defeated. Some are dead, while others have been consigned to eternal torment in the netherworld - among them, the legendary trickster, Loki. A god who betrayed every side and still lost everything, who has lain forgotten as time passed and the world of humans moved on to new beliefs, new idol and new deities . . . But now mankind dreams of the Norse Gods once again, the river Dream is but a stone's throw from their dark prison, and Loki is the first to escape into a new reality. The first, but not the only one to. Other, darker, things have escaped with him, who seek to destroy everything that he covets. If he is to reclaim what has been lost, Loki will need allies, a plan, and plenty of tricks . . .

      The Testament of Loki2018
      3,6
    • A Pocketful of Crows

      • 236pages
      • 9 heures de lecture

      I am as brown as brown can be, And my eyes as black as sloe; I am as brisk as brisk can be, And wild as forest doe. (The Child Ballads, 295) So begins a beautiful tale of love, loss and revenge. Following the seasons, A Pocketful of Crows balances youth and age, wisdom and passion and draws on nature and folklore to weave a stunning modern mythology around a nameless wild girl. Only love could draw her into the world of named, tamed things. And it seems only revenge will be powerful enough to let her escape. Beautifully illustrated by Bonnie Helen Hawkins, this is a stunning and original modern fairytale.

      A Pocketful of Crows2017
      3,9
    • Different Class

      • 400pages
      • 14 heures de lecture

      The impressively versatile Joanne Harris in her psychological thriller mode, at her darkest and most unsettling. After thirty years at St Oswald's Grammar in North Yorkshire, Latin master Roy Straitley has seen all kinds of boys come and go. Each class has its clowns, its rebels, its underdogs, its 'Brodie' boys who, whilst of course he doesn't have avourites, hold a special place in an old teacher's heart. But every so often there's a boy who doesn't fit the mould. A troublemaker. A boy with hidden shadows inside. With insolvency and academic failure looming, a new broom has arrived at the venerable school, bringing Powerpoint, sharp suits and even sixth form girls to the dusty corridors. But while Straitley does his sardonic best to resist this march to the future, a shadow from his past is stirring. A boy who even twenty years on haunts his teacher's dreams. A boy capable of bad things.

      Different Class2016
      3,8
    • The little book of Chocolat

      • 128pages
      • 5 heures de lecture

      A book of chocolate lore and recipes from around the world that can bring a touch of magic to your kitchen.

      The little book of Chocolat2014
      4,3
    • The novel is a brilliant first-person narrative of the rise and fall of the Norse gods - retold from the point of view of the world's ultimate trickster, Loki. It tells the story of Loki's recruitment from the underworld of Chaos, his many exploits on behalf of his one-eyed master, Odin, through to his eventual betrayal of the gods and the fall of Asgard itself. Using her life-long passion for the Norse myths, Joanne Harris has created a vibrant and powerful fantasy novel.

      The Gospel of Loki2014
      3,8
    • A cat, a hat and piece of string

      • 288pages
      • 11 heures de lecture

      Conjured from a wickedly imaginative pen, here is a new collection of short stories that showcases Joanne Harris’s exceptional talent as a teller of tales, a spinner of yarns. Sensuous, mischievous, uproarious and wry, here are tales that combine the everyday with the unexpected;

      A cat, a hat and piece of string2013
      3,7
    • Des pêches pour Monsieur le curé

      • 592pages
      • 21 heures de lecture

      A Lansquenet, petit village du sud-ouest de la France, rien ne va plus entre les chrétiens de la commune et les musulmans du quartier des Marauds. Et voici qu'un incendie avive encore les tensions. Plus qu'une solution : appeler à la rescousse Vianne Rocher, l'ancienne chocolatière. Huit ans auparavant, elle avait réconcilié les habitants en les convertissant aux plaisirs gourmands. S'aidant de ses ensorcelantes recettes, elle mène de nouveau l'enquête. Pour se rendre compte que la religion n'est pas la seule responsable des conflits. Et qu'à Lansquenet chacun a ses secrets...

      Des pêches pour Monsieur le curé2012
      4,1
    • Runelight

      • 572pages
      • 21 heures de lecture

      The squabbling Norse gods and goddesses of Runemarks are back. And there's a feisty new heroine on the scene: Maggie, a girl the same age as Maddy but brought up a world apart - literally, in World's End, the focus of the Order in which Maddy was raised. Now the Order is destroyed, Chaos is filling the vacuum left behind...

      Runelight2011
      3,9
    • Stories

      • 448pages
      • 16 heures de lecture

      Edited by Neil Gaiman and Al Sarrantonio, "Stories" is a groundbreaking collection that features diverse tales from renowned authors. This anthology expands the boundaries of imaginative fiction, challenging misconceptions and showcasing the power of storytelling to transform perspectives and ignite appreciation for exceptional literature.

      Stories2010
      3,8
    • Barber Guillaume Ladoucette has always enjoyed great success in his tiny village in southwestern France, catering to the tonsorial needs of Amour-sur-Belle's thirty-three inhabitants. But times have changed. His customers have grown older—and balder. Suddenly there is no longer a call for Guillaume's particular services, and he is forced to make a drastic career change. Since love and companionship are necessary commodities at any age, he becomes Amour-sur-Belle's official matchmaker and intends to unite hearts as ably as he once cut hair. But alas, Guillaume is not nearly as accomplished an agent of amour, as the disastrous results of his initial attempts amply prove, especially when it comes to arranging his own romantic future. For every reader who adored Chocolat, Julia Stuart's The Matchmaker of Périgord is a delectable, utterly enchanting, and sinfully satisfying delight.

      The Matchmaker of Perigord2010
      3,6
    • Blueeyedboy

      • 528pages
      • 19 heures de lecture

      A dark and intricately plotted tale of a poisonously dysfunctional family, a blind child prodigy, and a serial murderer who is not who he seems. Told through posts on a webjournal called badguysrock, this is a thriller that makes creative use of all the multiple personalities, disguise and mind games that are offered by playing out a life on the internet.

      Blueeyedboy2010
      3,3
    • In Chocolat verzaubert Vianne die Menschen eines kleinen französischen Dorfes im Flug mit ihren selbstgemachten Pralinés und Schokoladenkreationen. In Himmlische Wunder hat Vianne ihr altes Dorf in Südfrankreich verlassen und lebt mit ihren Töchtern in Paris, wo sie eine Chocolaterie betreibt. Mit Charme, Ausdauer und ihrer unwiderstehlichen Schokolade nimmt sie die Menschen für sich ein. Dann tritt eine mächtige Gegenspielerin auf den Plan, und Vianne gerät in große Gefahr.

      Chocolat & Himmlische Wunder2009
      3,9
    • Als Gevolg van Liefde / Druk 1

      • 319pages
      • 12 heures de lecture

      Naser, een twintigjarige jongen, leidt een eenzaam leven in Saoedi-Arabië, nadat zijn moeder hem uit het door oorlog geteisterde Soedan heeft laten smokkelen naar zijn wrede oom in Jedda. Het bestaan als immigrant is hard en uitzichtloos, en in de monochrome wereld van Jedda, met zijn zonovergoten minaretten en zwaar gesluierde vrouwen, verlangt hij naar zijn moeder en de liefde. Wanneer een gesluierd meisje hem een briefje toewerpt, verandert zijn leven. Dit briefje, een liefdesverklaring, symboliseert hoop en het begin van een gevaarlijk spel, aangezien relaties tussen ongetrouwde mannen en vrouwen onder het wahhabistisch regime streng verboden zijn. In het diepste geheim wisselen Naser en zijn habibati brieven uit en ontmoeten ze elkaar. Hun liefde wordt een daad van verzet, maar als deze ontdekt wordt, zijn de gevolgen voor Naser en zijn geliefde rampzalig. Sensueel, ontroerend en hartverscheurend, dit verhaal verkent de verlangens van jonge mensen naar liefde en vrijheid in een van de meest gesloten en repressieve landen ter wereld.

      Als Gevolg van Liefde / Druk 12008
      3,7
    • A Guide to the Birds of East Africa

      • 160pages
      • 6 heures de lecture

      For the past three years, Mr. Malik has been secretly in love with Rose Mbikwa, a woman who leads the weekly bird walks sponsored by the East African Ornithological Society. Just as Malik is getting up the nerve to invite Rose to the Nairobi Hunt Club Ball (the premier social occasion of the Kenyan calendar), Harry Khan, a nemesis from his school days, arrives in town. Khan has also become enraptured with Rose and announces his intent to invite her to the Ball. Rather than force Rose to choose between the two men, a clever solution is proposed. Whoever can identify the most species of birds in one week’s time gets the privilege of asking Ms. Mbikwa to the ball.

      A Guide to the Birds of East Africa2008
      4,0
    • The Evil Seed

      • 448pages
      • 16 heures de lecture

      In this romantic suspense novel the reaappearance of a diary ensures that past and present intertwine, paving the way for unknown consequences. Joanne Harris is also the author of 'Chocolat'. Originally published: London: Warner, 1992.

      The Evil Seed2008
      3,1
    • The Lollipop Shoes

      • 592pages
      • 21 heures de lecture

      THE SECOND NOVEL IN THE BESTSELLING CHOCOLAT SERIES 'A delicious urban fairytale' DAILY MAIL Seeking refuge and anonymity in the cobbled streets of Montmartre, Vianne Rocher - disguising herself as 'Yanne' - and her two daughters live peacefully, if not happily, above their little chocolate shop. Nothing unusual marks them out, and the wind has stopped - at least for a while. Then into their lives blows Zozie de l'Alba, the lady with the lollipop shoes, ruthless, devious and seductive. With everything she loves at stake, Yanne must face a difficult choice- to flee, as she has done so many times before, or to confront her most dangerous enemy. 'Chocolat was a hard act to follow but Harris has managed it in style' DAILY EXPRESS 'She is terrific, she can write about anywhere, anything, anyone' DAILY TELEGRAPH 'Harris is as good at portraying the agonies of motherhood as she is at evoking the scent of bitter chocolate laced with cinnamon and chilli' SUNDAY TIMES

      The Lollipop Shoes2007
      3,9
    • Runemarks

      • 528pages
      • 19 heures de lecture

      Master storyteller Joanne Harris has created a magical and epic romp– a fresh, funny, and wonderfully irreverent new take on the old Norse tales, sure to be enjoyed by readers young and old.Seven o’clock on a Monday morning, five hundred years after the end of the world, and goblins had been at the cellar again. . . . Not that anyone would admit it was goblins. In Maddy Smith’s world, order rules. Chaos, old gods, fairies, goblins, magic, glamours – all of these were supposedly vanquished centuries ago. But Maddy knows that a small bit of magic has survived. The “ruinmark” she was born with on her palm proves it – and makes the other villagers fearful that she is a witch (though helpful in dealing with the goblins-in-the-cellar problem). But the mysterious traveler One-Eye sees Maddy’s mark not as a defect, but as a destiny. And Maddy will need every scrap of forbidden magic One-Eye can teach her if she is to survive that destiny.

      Runemarks2007
      3,8
    • Gentlemen & Players

      • 512pages
      • 18 heures de lecture

      The Place Is St Oswald S, An Old And Long-Established Boys Grammar School In The North Of England. A New Year Has Just Begun, And For The Staff And Boys Of The School, A Wind Of Unwelcome Change Is Blowing. Suits, Paperwork And Information Technology Rule The World And Roy Straitley, Latin Master, Eccentric, And Veteran Of St Oswald S, Is Finally Reluctantly Contemplating Retirement. But Beneath The Little Rivalries, Petty Disputes And Everyday Crises Of The School, A Darker Undercurrent Stirs. And A Bitter Grudge, Hidden And Carefully Nurtured For Thirteen Years, Is About To Erupt.Who Is Mole, The Mysterious Insider, Whose Cruel Practical Jokes Are Gradually Escalating Towards Violence And Perhaps, Murder? And How Can An Old And Half-Forgotten Scandal Become The Stone That Brings Down A Giant?

      Gentlemen & Players2006
      3,9
    • The French Market

      • 259pages
      • 10 heures de lecture

      A mouth-watering collection of recipes inspired by fresh, seasonal French market produce, and illustrated with gorgeous full-colour photographs.Once again Joanne Harris and Fran Warde have collaborated to write a French cookbook with a difference. This time they have gone to Gascony for their inspiration and into the world of the French rural market. The best ingredients in season, locally produced fruit, vegetables, wines and cheeses combine to make it a recipe for success.Melon with Floc, Foie Gras with Peaches, Summer Duck Salad and Roasted Stuffed Courgettes are only some of the recipes that will help recapture the tastes of summertime and the authentic French regional experience.

      The French Market2005
      4,2
    • Jiné světy, jiní lidé

      • 203pages
      • 8 heures de lecture

      První sbírka povídek. Hrdinové této knížky vás opravdu zavedou do různých světů; poznáte s nimi kouzlo maloměsta, vyzývavé straé dámy, stárnoucí netvory, sebevražedného vítěze loterie, nenapravitelného sukničkáře a středověkou nanufakturu na výrobu kožených erotických obleků a pomůcek... V následujících dvaadvaceti povídkách se snoubí svět zázraků s tím všedním, sladké s hořkým, krása s grotesknem, svůdné s ohavným - je to svět plný kontrastů a obrazivých scén, nadčasový, a přece hluboce lidský. Jiné světy, jiní lidé je první sbírka povídek autorky, jež se proslavila jako prozaička. V předmluvě se nám svěřuje ... Je mi trochu smutno z toho, že povídka v posledních desetiletích utrpěla takový pokles zájmu. Ve světě fikce jsou zřejmě stále žádoucnější objemné romány, a spisovatelé povídek se postupně stali vymírajícím druhem. Teď se na ně většinou nahlíží jako na spisovatele bez dostatku umělecké kuráže na to, aby napsali pořádný román, kteří se proto pouštějí jen do nižších, zanedbatelnějších žánrů... A snad aby dokázala opak, předkládá nám svůj příspěvek k napravení pověsti povídkářů. A že je to důkaz zdařilý, o tom se můžete přesvědčit na následujících stránkách....

      Jiné světy, jiní lidé2005
      3,5
    • Jigs & Reels

      • 288pages
      • 11 heures de lecture

      In these 22 short stories by Joanne Harris, the miraculous goes hand-in-hand with the mundane, the sour with the sweet, and the beautiful, the grotesque, the seductive and the disturbing are never more than a step away

      Jigs & Reels2004
      3,6
    • Sleep, Pale Sister

      • 416pages
      • 15 heures de lecture

      Set in a gothic atmosphere, the story weaves a dark and compelling narrative reminiscent of Joanne Harris's earlier work, Holy Fools. It explores themes of intrigue and the macabre, showcasing Harris's signature style that combines rich storytelling with a haunting sensibility. This novel precedes her more celebrated works like Chocolat and Blackberry Wine, offering readers a glimpse into her early literary prowess and ability to evoke deep emotions through vivid characters and settings.

      Sleep, Pale Sister2004
      3,3
    • L'été des saltimbanques

      • 384pages
      • 14 heures de lecture

      En ce début de XVIIe siècle, les bûchers des procès en sorcellerie, des tentatives de régicide et des guerres de religion embrasent la France. Actrice, danseuse, acrobate, Juliette, dépositaire d'un trop lourd secret, doit dire adieu à la troupe avec laquelle elle a couru les routes et les places. Elle trouve refuge à l'abbaye de Sainte-Marie-de-la-Mer, en Vendée. Enceinte, elle y donnera naissance à la petite Fleur. Ayant pris le voile, elle y deviendra sœur Auguste. Mais réussit-on jamais à fuir son passé ? À la mort de la mère abbesse, est nommée une nouvelle prieure, âgée de douze ans, que manipule son confesseur, le père Colombus. Un inconnu pour tous. Sauf pour Juliette. Qui a reconnu en lui le saltimbanque Guy Le Merle, bandit, débauché, et autrefois son amant. Dans un déchaînement de passions, de pièges et de sortilèges, le couvent va tourner à l'arène de leur ultime combat. Un grand roman historique, sur fond de théâtre et de fanatisme, de fête et de magie, de vengeance et de liberté.

      L'été des saltimbanques2003
      3,4
    • Crow Lake

      • 295pages
      • 11 heures de lecture

      This debut novel is a beautifully crafted literary experience set in the rural “badlands” of northern Ontario, where the landscape reflects the heartbreak and hardship of its characters. The farming Pye family endures a life resembling a Greek tragedy, with the sins of the fathers impacting the sons, while the Morrisons face a more insidious and divisive tragedy. Orphaned at a young age, Kate Morrison was deeply influenced by her older brother Matt’s passion for nature. Now a zoologist, she can identify microscopic organisms but seems unaware of her emotional struggles. Believing she has outgrown her siblings—Luke, Matt, and Bo—who once meant everything to her, Kate navigates a complex web of family love, misunderstandings, and buried resentments. The author skillfully builds tension with a blend of heartbreaking humor and masterful control, continually challenging expectations until the very end. This poignant, funny, and unforgettable tale about the dangers of hero worship quickly rose to bestseller status in Canada and received rave reviews from prestigious publications like The New York Times and The Globe and Mail.

      Crow Lake2002
      4,0
    • Coastliners

      • 416pages
      • 15 heures de lecture

      From the bestselling author of Chocolat, this is a novel about two rival communities on the tiny Breton island.

      Coastliners2002
      3,5
    • The French Kitchen

      • 259pages
      • 10 heures de lecture

      Anouchka, Madame Douazan, Great-Aunt Simone... These are not characters from one of Joanne Harris's novels, they are the inspiration for a mouth-watering celebration of French cuisine. For, like Framboise, the heroine of Five Quarters of the Orange, Joanne Harris has family recipes that have been passed down through the generations, and she shares them with us now. From Grandmother's Festival Loaf to traditional French classics like Moules Mariniere or Daube of Beef, The French Kitchen is a tantalizing collection of casseroles, soups, roast, salads, tarts and sweets.A collaboration between a writer who loves food and a former chef who loves writing about food, The French Kitchen gathers together simple yet stylish recipes from the heart of a French family.

      The French Kitchen2002
      4,1
    • Csokoládé

      • 310pages
      • 11 heures de lecture
      Csokoládé2001
    • A Trip to the Stars

      A Novel

      • 528pages
      • 19 heures de lecture

      Set against a backdrop of rich storytelling, this novel weaves a tapestry of imaginative narratives reminiscent of The Arabian Nights. It offers an erudite blend of artfulness and entertainment, captivating readers with its lavish inventiveness. The intricate plot and vibrant characters invite exploration of themes that resonate deeply, making it a significant contribution to contemporary literature.

      A Trip to the Stars2001
      4,1
    • Lorsque Framboise Simon revient dans le village de son enfance sur les rives de la Loire, personne ne reconnaît la fille de la scandaleuse Mirabelle Dartigen, tenue pour responsable de l'exécution de onze villageois pendant l'occupation allemande, cinquante ans auparavant. Framboise ouvre une auberge qui, grâce aux délicieuses recettes de sa mère, retient l'attention des critiques, mais suscite les jalousies de sa famille. Le carnet de recettes de Mirabelle recèle des secrets qui donneront à Framboise la clé de ces années sombres. Peu à peu, elle découvrira la véritable personnalité de sa mère, parfois si tendre, maternelle et sensuelle, subitement cruelle et tourmentée. En temps de guerre, les jeux d'enfants et les histoires d'amour ne sont pas toujours innocents. Leurs conséquences peuvent même être tragiques.

      Le cinq quartiers de l'orange2001
      3,9
    • Blackberry Wine

      • 336pages
      • 12 heures de lecture

      Jay Mackintosh is trapped by memory in the old familiar landscape of his childhood, to which he longs to return. A bottle of home-brewed wine left to him by a long-vanished friend seems to provide the key to an old mystery. As the unusual properties of the strange brew take effect, Jay escapes to a derelict farmhouse in the French village of Lansquenet . There, a ghost from the past waits to confront him, and the reclusive Marise - haunted, lovely and dangerous - hides a terrible secret behind her closed shutters. Between them, a mysterious chemistry. Or could it be magic?

      Blackberry Wine1999
      3,9
    • Chocola

      • 286pages
      • 11 heures de lecture
      Chocola1998
    • Chocolat

      • 333pages
      • 12 heures de lecture

      When the exotic Vianne Rocher opens her chocolate boutique “La Celeste Praline” in the French village of Lansquenet, she becomes a target for Father Reynaud, who views her as a threat to his congregation during Lent. Vianne, who doesn’t attend church and embraces superstition, begins to charm the townspeople with her delightful confections and intuitive understanding of their desires. Her shop becomes a haven for secrets and a challenge to the community’s rigid morals. Vianne's plans for an Easter Chocolate Festival create a rift in the town, pitting the solemnity of the Church against the allure of chocolate. This novel elevates chocolate as a transformative force, blending rich storytelling with elements of folklore. Vianne, portrayed as both a mythical figure and a relatable woman with insecurities, seeks love and acceptance. The narrative explores the complexities of community and the unease surrounding carnivals, symbolizing a break from inhibition. The book quickly became an international best-seller and inspired an Oscar-nominated film featuring a star-studded cast. The author was inspired by a comment from her husband about chocolate and its significance to women, leading her to craft a story uniquely centered around this beloved treat. Rich in metaphor and exquisite prose, this tale invites readers to indulge in its sweetness.

      Chocolat1998
      4,0