Actes Sud released Sophie Divry’s latest novel, ‘Rochebrune’, on 19 August. Weekly sales have topped 1 500 copies, a strong performance for a recent French literary debut.
The book received a high‑profile boost after a featured segment on the television programme La Grande Librairie, raising its visibility among readers and critics alike. It is currently shortlisted for the prestigious Médicis prize, positioning it among the year’s most talked‑about titles.
‘Rochebrune’ has already been licensed in four foreign markets, signalling a rapid export trajectory for the work. Rights deals in these territories underline the novel’s appeal beyond the French‑speaking audience.
According to sales data, the title has generated more than double the weekly figures recorded for Divry’s previous book, ‘Fantastique histoire d’amour’, which was published by Le Seuil. The comparative success highlights a significant upward swing in the author’s market presence.”