Books like Bellefleur by Joyce Carol Oates
In *Bellefleur*, Joyce Carol Oates presents a sweeping portrait of the eponymous family, whose fortune and influence span business, politics, and the surrounding Adirondack‑like countryside. The narrative centers on Gideon Bellefleur, his striking wife Leah, and their children—particularly Bromwell, a prodigy, and their daughter Germaine, who carries a striking psychic awareness. Set against the backdrop of a sprawling lakefront mansion and its servants, the novel explores themes of time, eternity, pride, and love, weaving mystery and the challenges of wealth into a complex family drama.
First publish date: 1980
Genre: Historical Fiction/19th Century Historical Fiction
Authors: Joyce Carol Oates
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