WANDERLIST: Ten famous novels set in Lille

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  • “The Old Lie” by Claire O’Quinn – This historical novel is set in Lille during World War I and follows the lives of two sisters separated by the war.
  • “Les Enchantements d’Ambremer” by Pierre Pevel – This fantasy novel is part of the “L’Élixir d’Oubli” series and features a magical version of Lille.
  • “Les Cerfs-Volants” by Romain Gary – While not solely set in Lille, this novel includes scenes that take place in the city and tell the story of young boys and their friendship during World War II.
  • “Est-ce ainsi que les hommes vivent ?” by Pierre Schoendoerffer – This novel depicts Lille during World War II and explores the lives of ordinary people caught in the conflict.
  • “Le Voisin” by Tatiana de Rosnay – This contemporary thriller is set in Lille and follows the dark events that unfold between neighbours in an apartment building.
  • “Miss Pérégrine et les Enfants Particuliers” by Ransom Riggs – While not entirely set in Lille, this young adult fantasy novel includes a character from Lille who possesses extraordinary abilities.
  • “Une Femme Lilloise” by André Dhôtel – This novel, set in Lille during the early 20th century, tells the story of a woman who defies societal conventions.
  • “Les femmes savantes de Lille” by Daniel Lohner – This historical novel explores the lives of intelligent and educated women in Lille during the 18th century.
  • “Les Patates” by Alain Guyard – This work of fiction, set in Lille, delves into the lives of marginalized individuals and their struggles in urban society.
  • “La Femme de Gilles” by Madeleine Bourdouxhe – While not exclusively set in Lille, this novel includes scenes that take place in the city and tells the story of a woman’s emotional journey in the aftermath of infidelity.
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