Mathieu Peudupin's background

Mathieu Peudupin, known by his stage name Lescop, was born in Châteauroux in 1978. He began his career in the French pop-rock scene in 1995 as a member of the band Asyl, which originated in La Rochelle.

Lescop's solo career and creative projects

After Asyl disbanded, Lescop transitioned to a solo career, which has seen both successes and challenges. He has written songs for the band Indochine and recently released an album titled Polaroïds alongside his first novel, Devenir loup.

Overview of Devenir loup

The novel, Devenir loup, follows Julien, a protagonist whose life mirrors aspects of Lescop’s own experiences. Julien is deeply involved in a lifestyle centered around alcohol, drugs, and rock music. His romantic life, however, is less fulfilling, and he lives a solitary existence, yearning for a meaningful connection.

Key plot elements and character development

The story takes a dramatic turn when Julien reconnects with Yasmine, a librarian of Kabyle origin, who introduces him to her 10-year-old son, Tomi. This new relationship forces Julien to confront his past, particularly a childhood experience that has left him feeling guilty and believing he is transforming into a werewolf.

Themes and narrative style

The novel explores Julien’s journey to understand the source of his emotional turmoil and his transformation from a self-victimizing perspective to a more self-aware one. The narrative alternates between present tense and fragmented flashbacks, with each chapter titled after a rock song from a varied and stylish playlist.

Publication details of Devenir loup

Devenir loup is published by Flammarion. The book has a print run of 6,000 copies, priced at 20 €, and contains 224 pages. Its ISBN is 9782080493385.