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French author wins Prix Goncourt for novel based on true crime

Philippe Jaenada has won the Prix Goncourt for his novel 'L'Inconnue du quai de Javel,' which is based on the real-life murder of a model in Paris.

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The Prix Goncourt is France's most prestigious literary award, recognizing the best French-language prose fiction. Its annual announcement is a significant cultural event, influencing book sales and public discourse on literature.

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French author wins Prix Goncourt for novel based on true crime

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