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L'anomalie

L'anomalie

The Mind-Bending Thriller That Has Sold 1 Million Copies
Contemporary LiteratureLiterary Fiction
Pages
336
Published
2021
Language
English

Synopsis

Imagine a Paris to New York flight where everyone on board shares a secret life they thought was hidden. Blake is a hitman, Slimboy a closeted pop star, Joanna a lawyer with hidden flaws, and Victor Miesel a reclusive author. Their lives are about to collide in a way that blurs the line between reality and the impossible.

Prose complexity
7/10

Vibe

Thought-ProvokingMysteriousComplexPhilosophical
Secret IdentityMultiple POVsMorally Grey

Genres

Contemporary Literature Literary Fiction Magical Realism

About the author

H
Hervé Le Tellier

Hervé Le Tellier (born 21 April 1957 in Paris) is a French writer, poet, and journalist. Trained as a mathematician, he later earned a doctorate in linguistics. He joined the Oulipo literary group in 1992 and has served as its president since 2019. His novel L'Anomalie (The Anomaly) won the 2020 Prix Goncourt.

Characters

Dr. BlakeProtagonist
SlimboyProtagonist
JoannaProtagonist
All characters in L'anomalie

Frequently asked questions

  • Did L'anomalie win any major awards?

    L'anomalie was awarded the Prix Goncourt, one of France's most prestigious literary prizes, in 2020. This recognition highlights its significant impact and critical acclaim within French literature.

  • Is L'anomalie part of a series or a standalone novel?

    L'anomalie is a standalone novel, offering a complete narrative within its pages. Readers can enjoy its unique premise and resolution without needing to read any preceding or subsequent books.

  • Does L'anomalie have a film or TV adaptation?

    A television series adaptation of L'anomalie is in development. This project aims to bring the novel's complex narrative and characters to the screen.

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