Sebastien Japrisot

Jean-Baptiste Rossi, known by his pseudonym Sébastien Japrisot, was a French author, screenwriter, and film director. He is best known for his crime novels and thrillers, including 'The Lady in the Car with Glasses and a Gun' and 'A Very Long Engagement'. His works have been translated into multiple languages and adapted into films.

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  1. 1. Trap For Cinderella

    A Novel of Suspense
    Cover of 'Trap For Cinderella' by Sebastien Japrisot

    "Trap For Cinderella" is a gripping psychological thriller that follows the story of a young woman who survives a devastating fire that leaves her with amnesia. As she tries to piece together her past, she uncovers dark secrets and a web of deceit that lead her to question her own identity. With suspenseful twists and turns, the novel explores themes of identity, memory, and the lengths people will go to protect their secrets.

    The 3203rd Greatest Book of All Time
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  2. 2. A Very Long Engagement

    Cover of 'A Very Long Engagement' by Sebastien Japrisot

    The novel is a poignant exploration of love and perseverance set against the backdrop of World War I. It follows a young Frenchwoman who refuses to accept the official story that her fiancé has died on the battlefield. Despite being told he was executed for self-mutilation to escape military service, along with four other condemned soldiers, she embarks on a relentless quest to discover the truth. Her journey reveals a tangled web of deceit, cover-ups, and unexpected alliances, as she holds onto hope that her beloved is still alive. Through her unwavering determination, the narrative delves into the horrors of war and the enduring power of love.

    The 4124th Greatest Book of All Time
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  3. 3. The Lady In The Car With Glasses And A Gun

    Cover of 'The Lady In The Car With Glasses And A Gun' by Sebastien Japrisot

    This novel is a thrilling tale of mystery and suspense that follows the journey of a young secretary who, on a whim, decides to take her boss's car for a drive to the sea. What starts as an impulsive trip quickly spirals into a nightmarish adventure as she encounters a series of bizarre and frightening events, including being accused of a crime she has no memory of committing. With its intricate plot, the story masterfully blends elements of amnesia, paranoia, and deception, leading the protagonist and the reader through a labyrinth of twists and turns, all while questioning the reliability of memory and perception.

    The 5761st Greatest Book of All Time
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  4. 4. Víctimas En Fals

    Cover of 'Víctimas En Fals' by Sebastien Japrisot

    Set against the backdrop of post-World War I France, this gripping mystery unravels the tale of a young woman who embarks on a relentless quest to uncover the truth about her fiancé's fate. Presumed dead in the war, her fiancé's name appears on a list of soldiers executed for desertion, sparking her determination to clear his name. As she delves deeper into the murky waters of military bureaucracy and deceit, she encounters a web of secrets, betrayal, and unexpected alliances. Her journey is a poignant exploration of love, loss, and the enduring human spirit in the face of adversity.

    The 17120th Greatest Book of All Time
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