Une rose seule by Muriel Barbery is a poetic, introspective novel.
After the death of her father—whom she never knew—Rose travels to Kyoto, Japan, to hear his will and confront her past.
Initially filled with bitterness, she slowly opens up to the beauty of the city and the spiritual journey he left for her. Guided by her
father’s assistant, Paul, she explores temples, gardens, and encounters that lead her to self‑discovery, emotional transformation,
and a deeper understanding of love and identity.
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