Vin de bohème (French edition) By Joanne Harris | Folio

"Vin de bohème" by Joanne Harris is an enchanting novel that transports the reader into a world where magical realism turns the everyday into an extraordinary adventure.

The main character, Jay Mackintosh, is a writer in search of inspiration, haunted by the memories of a wonderful summer spent at his grandparents' home in the north of England. There, he meets Joe, a mysterious and enigmatic man who has the power to transform reality into an exuberant celebration thanks to his magical wine.

This special wine, which Joe carefully crafted, was much more than a simple drink: each sip was a true elixir, capable of reviving memories and creating an alternative reality. But Joe mysteriously disappears, leaving Jay with indelible memories and an unquenchable thirst to rediscover that lost world.

Fifteen years later, Jay has become a famous writer, but he is out of inspiration. Desperate, he turns to drinking, hoping to rekindle the creative spark he lacks. It is then that a real estate ad catches his eye: a château for sale that eerily resembles a place Joe once described to him. Driven by irresistible curiosity, Jay decides to follow this lead, hoping to reconnect with his past and perhaps, rediscover the magic that marked his adolescence.

This novel, published by Folio in a convenient pocket format, immerses the reader in a narrative where dreamlike elements and reality subtly and captivatingly intertwine. Joanne Harris's writing, both poetic and evocative, makes "Vin de bohème" a must-read for those who appreciate stories where emotion and nostalgia play a central role.

In addition to its fascinating plot, this book explores universal themes such as the quest for self, the importance of memories, and how past experiences shape our present and future.

Product Features:

• Title: Vin de bohème
• Author: Joanne Harris
• Translator: Jeannette Short-Payen
• Publisher: Folio
• Collection: Folio (3751)
• Format: Pocket
• Publication Date: 16/10/2002
• Number of Pages: 528
• Dimensions: 18 x 11 cm
• Weight: 248 g
• Language: French
• EAN13: 9782070420841
• ISBN: 978-2-07-042084-1