Les femmes du bout du monde

"Les Femmes du bout du monde" is a captivating novel by Mélissa Da Costa set in the remote region of the Catlins in New Zealand. The story follows Autumn and her daughter Milly, who run the campsite Mutunga o te ao, which means "the end of the world" in Maori. Amidst untouched and lush nature, they encounter Flore, a Parisian woman searching for redemption. Throughout their encounters, the three women develop a deep connection, getting to know themselves and each other better, and finding ways to make peace with their past. The novel was awarded the Babelio Prize 2023 for French literature and offers a touching narrative about friendship, healing, and the power of nature.