In August, three works were in the spotlight as part of the 3rd edition of the Prix des Readers, organized by the CCGPSL in collaboration with 17 libraries and media libraries, including that of Teyran.
Among the selected books Figure Devoured life by Olivier Martinelli. The author recounts his fight against a multiple myeloma diagnosed in 2014. This story, imbued with lucidity and strength, offers a resolutely turned look towards life.
The asphodeles flourish on the asphaltfrom Julien Brun, explores Elisenda’s state of conscience, plunged into a coma after a motorcycle accident. In balance between life and death, she revisits her memories, her regrets, and the traces left by love.
In The fold From Natyot, a woman returns to the house that she left ten years earlier. This return upsets family landmarks, revives tensions between parents and awakens buried pain.
These three stories, with singular votes, make up a selection marked by intimate, memory and resilience.
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