Sophie Divry's new novel Rochebrune, published by Actes Sud in 2026, centers on Isabelle and Xavier, a couple from a reconstituted family, who take a vacation to an isolated farmhouse in the Alps with their respective children. Isabelle comes from a modest background and has a teenage daughter named Noémie. Xavier is described as a bourgeois athlete, and his son Léon uses his parents' separation to make life difficult for his father and his new wife. The couple is not in the best period of their life, and these mountain vacations are intended to help them find themselves. However, nothing goes as planned. The novel explores the complexities of family dynamics, especially in blended families, through the lens of a holiday that quickly turns chaotic. The setting of a remote farmhouse adds to the tension, as the characters are cut off from the outside world, forcing them to confront their personal conflicts. The introduction of the organization of holidays in a reconstituted family is noted as a small literary treasure, offering fresh insight into the challenges of modern family life. With her direct style and caustic humor, Divry leads her readers into a whirlwind of descriptions, emotions, and twists that lead to a tense police novel, described as impossible to put down. The narrative shifts from a family drama to a suspenseful mystery, blending emotional depth with gripping plot developments. Divry's ability to weave personal and criminal elements together creates a compelling reading experience. The novel is 224 pages long and priced at 20 €. It is available in bookstores and online, offering readers a mix of psychological insight and thrilling storytelling. Rochebrune is expected to appeal to fans of contemporary fiction and mystery, providing both entertainment and reflection on the intricacies of human relationships.