Black Water Lilies

A Masterpiece of Art and Murder

Black Water Lilies by Michel Bussi is a spellbinding psychological thriller set in the enchanting village of Giverny—home to Claude Monet’s iconic gardens. But beneath the surface of this picturesque setting lies a chilling secret. When a man is found murdered with a mysterious connection to art and obsession, it sets off a chain of events that will unravel long-held truths.

Three Women. One Village. A Hidden Truth.

The story unfolds through the perspectives of three very different women: an aging recluse with a hidden past, a passionate schoolteacher caught between love and suspicion, and an eleven-year-old girl with an artist’s eye and a dangerous curiosity. As the investigation deepens, their lives intertwine in unexpected ways, revealing that the idyllic village harbors more than just beautiful landscapes.

Atmospheric, Intricate, and Haunting

Michel Bussi masterfully combines suspense, lyrical prose, and clever misdirection in a novel that’s as rich and layered as a Monet painting. Black Water Lilies is an unforgettable tale of beauty, betrayal, and buried secrets—perfect for fans of literary thrillers and twist-filled mysteries.

Published: 2017, Weidenfeld & Nicolson