by Maryse Condé · Bayard · tapa blanda · ISBN 9782747019101
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«Rêves amers» is the young adult novel by Maryse Condé published by Bayard in paperback, with 79 pages, in French.
Rose-Aimée, a Haitian girl, lives in her village until a lack of resources forces her to leave. As a servant in the home of a woman who despises her, she finds refuge in her friendship with Lisa. The work contrasts solidarity and courage with evil and cruelty, and reflects on the price of freedom in very harsh everyday circumstances.
Maryse Condé was inspired by a real event to write this story, which belongs to the Je bouquine collection. The edition is recommended for ages 10 and up.
Aimed at young francophone readers aged 10 and up interested in stories set in Haiti and in Caribbean literature.
Maryse Condé was a French novelist, critic, and playwright from the French Overseas department and region of Guadeloupe. She was also an academic, whose teaching career took her to West Africa and North America, as well as the Caribbean and Europe. As a writer, Condé is best known for her novel Ségou (1984–1985).
