The Godmother

Patience Portefeux, a struggling interpreter for the Ministry of Justice, faces financial turmoil after her husband's death. When she discovers critical police wiretaps, she seizes the opportunity to pivot into a dangerous new life as a crime boss, dubbed The Godmother. The novel explores her interactions with a colorful cast of criminals and law enforcement, offering a sharp, humorous commentary on survival in modern France. Hannelore Cayre, an accomplished author and lawyer, weaves a captivating tale of ambition and moral ambiguity.