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Claire-Louise Bennett Explores Memory in 'Big Kiss, Bye-Bye'

12/4/2025

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Writer Claire-Louise Bennett told FRANCE 24 she is fascinated by how people exist in our minds.
Her new book, "Big Kiss, Bye-Bye," follows a narrator transitioning from city life to the countryside.
This transition prompts her to reflect on her memories and the individuals who have influenced her life.
Bennett's insights explore the complexities of personal relationships and memory.

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Story summary

Writer Claire-Louise Bennett told FRANCE 24 she is fascinated by how people exist in our minds.
Her new book, "Big Kiss, Bye-Bye," follows a narrator transitioning from city life to the countryside.
This transition prompts her to reflect on her memories and the individuals who have influenced her life.
Bennett's insights explore the complexities of personal relationships and memory.