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Annie Ernaux

Simple Passion

Simple Passion

A novel exploring obsession and desire by Nobel laureate Annie Ernaux

5 people recommend this

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  • Cait
    CaitFirst to rec

    ““From the very beginning, and throughout the whole of our affair, I had the privilege of knowing what we all find out in the end: the man we love is a complete stranger.” Winner of a NOBEL PRIZE! If you’ve ever been left on read then you’ll love this book.”

    6
  • cole
    cole

    “a quick (50 pages) yet transportive read for anyone looking to process the end of an all-intensive relationship and return to themselves.”

    3
  • toulmin
    toulmin

    “do NOT read this when you're heartbroken... or do... idk. its a short but still completely brilliant read. just gorgeous. no ones really doing it like miss annie”

    2
  • Layla
    Layla

    “A story of a French woman who absolutely loses her mind in one of the most severe cases of dicknosis in medical history. Ernaux also writes so clinically about being driven insane from passion that it left me feeling more clarity...cuz I can't be out here acting like that!”

    2
  • Julia Johnston
    Julia Johnston

    “this book is actually so perfect 2 me… love is a luxury”

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