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Les possibilities
by Virginie Grimaldi, published on May 12, 2021 by Fayard editions.
Her favorite quote:
“Whatever your age, losing your parents is a child's grief. "
Why this book?
Because you will meet an exceptional father and daughter.
Two very different personalities but linked by an unfailing love.
When Juliane realizes that her father, Jean, seems to "derail" at times, she decides to take matters into her own hands.
She welcomes him to her home, to the delight of Charlie, her son, who finds a sacred playmate. Juliane then has plenty of time to observe Jean, to remember happy moments, but above all to create them. again.
Because everything seems to fall apart for Juliane when she suspects
that for Jean, it is not just a question of forgetfulness or awkwardness, but of something more serious.
She will accompany him to the doctors, to update what she fears so much.
Because we find all the benevolence and humanity specific
to Virginie Grimaldi.
It is not for nothing that it is among the authors who sell the most novels in France.
Entering his world means accepting to be seized with emotions, to laugh, to cry and to be touched by all the sensitivity that emanates from his father-daughter duo.
The essentials in 2 minutes
The plot.
Juliane doesn't like surprises.
When her whimsical father comes to live with her, following the fire in his house, her perfectly oiled daily life experiences some turbulence.
Characters.
Juliane and her father Jean.
Charlie her son, her husband.
His mother and ex-wife of Jean.
His sister.
Mr. Colin, the neighbor.
Places.
In France, the family home.
The time.
Nowadays.
The author.
Is it still useful to introduce Virginie Grimaldi?
A successful author, she is among the top 10 French novelists who sell the most books.
This book was read with
sympathy and affection for Juliane and Jean.
Their touching story will delight many readers.
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