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Annie Pietri's 'Les Orangers de Versailles' is a captivating historical fiction series set in the court of Louis XIV. The series follows the life of Marie, a young servant girl who becomes embroiled in the intrigue and drama of the royal court. With a richly detailed world and engaging storyline, this series is a must-read for fans of historical fiction and French history.
Frances Hodgson Burnett
The Secret Garden
This classic children's novel tells the story of Mary, a young girl who is sent to live with her uncle in the English countryside after her parents die in India. There, she discovers a hidden garden that has been locked up for years, and sets about restoring it to its former glory. This book will appeal to readers of Les Orangers de Versailles who enjoy stories about the power of nature and the resilience of the human spirit.
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The Orchardist
Set in the late 19th century American West, this novel tells the story of Talmadge, a solitary orchardist who takes in a pregnant teenager and her younger brother after they appear on his land. As he becomes increasingly attached to the pair, he must confront the violence and uncertainty of the world around him. This book will appeal to readers of Les Orangers de Versailles who enjoy historical fiction with a strong sense of place and a focus on the lives of marginalized characters.
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The Language of Flowers
This novel tells the story of Victoria, a young woman who has spent her entire life in the foster care system and has a gift for understanding the language of flowers. As she struggles to build a life for herself, she discovers the power of flowers to communicate emotions and heal old wounds. This book will appeal to readers of Les Orangers de Versailles who enjoy character-driven novels with a strong sense of place and a focus on the natural world.
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The Forgotten Garden
This novel tells the story of Nell, a young woman who discovers that she was adopted after her mother dies and leaves her a mysterious cottage in Cornwall. As she sets out to uncover the truth about her family's past, she uncovers a story of love, loss, and betrayal that spans generations. This book will appeal to readers of Les Orangers de Versailles who enjoy historical fiction with a strong sense of place and a focus on the lives of women.
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The Light Between Oceans
Set in the aftermath of World War I, this novel tells the story of Tom and Isabel, a lighthouse keeper and his wife who live on a remote island off the coast of Australia. When a baby washes up on shore in a boat, they decide to raise her as their own, but their decision has far-reaching consequences that threaten to tear their family apart. This book will appeal to readers of Les Orangers de Versailles who enjoy character-driven novels with a strong sense of place and a focus on the moral dilemmas of ordinary people.
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