The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue (Hardcover)

In 1714 France, Adeline "Addie" LaRue, a young woman from the village of Villon-sur-Sarthe, seeks to escape an arranged marriage and the confines of her small-town life. Desperate for freedom, she makes a pact with a dark entity, Luc, granting her immortality but cursing her to be forgotten by everyone she meets. As centuries pass, Addie traverses the world, subtly influencing art and music, leaving behind traces of her existence in the works of various artists.

In 2014, Addie encounters Henry Strauss, a young bookstore employee in New York City who inexplicably remembers her. Their burgeoning relationship challenges the boundaries of her curse, leading to a complex dynamic as they both grapple with their pasts and the consequences of their respective bargains with Luc. The narrative weaves between past and present, exploring themes of identity, memory, and the human desire to leave a lasting impact.

The novel's atmosphere is dark and contemplative, delving into the depths of isolation and the yearning for connection. The tension arises from Addie's struggle against her curse and the enigmatic nature of Luc's intentions, creating a slow-burn suspense that unfolds across time and continents.