Françoise Sagan. The Leash, a Novel

Françoise Sagan was called the Mademoiselle Chanel of literature. From her very first novel, Bonjour Tristesse (1954), which caused quite a stir, her literary career blossomed brilliantly, as she produced book after book with astonishing ease, translating them into various languages ​​and selling millions of copies around the world.

The hero of the novel "The Leash" is a young pianist named Vincent. He's talented, but lacks the spark of genius or the thirst for international fame. Poverty, the fate of young talent, is not a threat to him. He is cared for, given clothes, and pocket money. He is married to the charming Laurence, the daughter of a wealthy "daddy," who decides everything for him, right down to which piano he plays. In his weakness and cowardice, he resigns himself to this. But one day, a melody emerges from his fingers, and he creates a film score that brings him fame and a couple of million dollars. So perhaps he will break free from the leash? But will Laurence be willing to part with her favorite toy?

Françoise Sagan is true to herself: her prose – transparent, elegant, devoid of pose – brings joy to new generations of readers.