Le grand monde
By Pierre Lemaitre
2022
Summary
Trois histoires d'amour, un lanceur d'alerte, une adolescente égarée, deux processions, Bouddha et Confucius, un journaliste ambitieux, une mort tragique, le chat Joseph, une épouse impossible, le retour du passé, un parfum d'exotisme, une passion soudaine et irrésistible. Et quelques meurtres
Community Reviews
Readers are captivated by Pierre Lemaitre's vibrant narrative in 'Le grand monde', which masterfully intertwines love, mystery, and historical context. The saga, set during the tumultuous period of the Trente Glorieuses, follows the Pelletier family from Beirut to Paris and Saigon, blending personal dramas with broader historical events. While many praise its engaging plot and historical depth, some find the pacing slow and the ending disappointing.
👍 Engaging plot and historical depth
👎 Some found the pacing slow and ending disappointing
