Antoine Laurain
An Astronomer in Love
An Astronomer in Love
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In 1760, Guillaume le Gentil, an astronomer to King Louis XV, sets out for the oceans of India to document the transit of Venus. 250 years later, estate agent Xavier Lemercier chances upon Guillaume's telescope and discovers an intriguing woman with a zebra in her apartment.
Format: Hardback
Length: 288 pages
Publication date: 22 June 2023
Publisher: Gallic Books
LONGLISTED FOR THE DUBLIN LITERARY AWARD 2024
SHORTLISTED FOR THE EDWARD STANFORD VIKING AWARD FOR FICTION 2024
‘Perfect for the poolside or sitting outside a café with a pastis and olives, The Times
Part swashbuckling adventure on the high seas and part modern-day love story set in the heart of Paris, An Astronomer in Love is an enchanting tale of adventure and the power of love from best-selling author Antoine Laurain.
In 1760, Guillaume le Gentil, a real-life astronomer to King Louis XV, sets out for the oceans of India to document the transit of Venus. The weather is turbulent, the seas are rough, and his quest may be more complicated than initially thought.
250 years later, estate agent Xavier Lemercier chances upon Guillaume's telescope in a property he's sold. As he looks out across the rooftops of Paris, he discovers an intriguing woman with a zebra in her apartment. Then the woman walks through the doors of his office, and his life changes forever.
An Astronomer in Love is a captivating blend of historical fiction, romance, and adventure that will transport readers to the glamorous world of 18th-century Paris and the perilous seas of the Indian Ocean. With its intricate plot, memorable characters, and stunning prose, this book is sure to be a hit with fans of historical fiction and romance alike.
Weight: 342g
Dimension: 144 x 224 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781913547462
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