According to my research, Nemirovsky's eldest daughter Denise possessed the notebook that contained Suite Francaise for fifty years and she never read it because she thought it was her mother's journal, which would be too hurtful to read. Fortunately by the 1990's, the eldest of the Nemirovsky children finally went through the notebook and had it published after she discovered what it was.
The novel's interesting back story makes me wonder what other works have been lost and whether or not the possibility of them being found is likely. Luckily for Irene Nemirovsky her story made it to the public, became a best seller and has received positive feedback from reviewers such as the National Post and The Globe and Mail. In conclusion, it amazes me how the novel "Suite Francaise" ended up seeing the light of day after being hidden away for so long. The fact that it was successful is also incredible and I'm sure Nemirovsky would be proud if she were around to see her work become published.
I also read about how Nemirovsky's daughters didn't read and publish the book until long after it was written which I think adds to the value to this book and makes the story even more beautiful but yet tragic. It really is an amazing piece of literature. i too wonder what other master pieces are out there just waiting to be discovered.
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