Welcome to Valenton by Basile Lebret

Ever since Chernobyl, strange things are happening to the women of Valenton.

“Basile Lebret’s writing seduces you with stunning metaphors and gut-punches you with brutal juxtapositions. His stories stem from the fictional town of Valenton, where the women have an unusual power—or affliction, depending on your point of view—which allows for a sharp examination of the horrors and mysteries of sex and gender. Lebret is not afraid to plumb difficult emotions, to ask uncomfortable questions and never provide easy answers. His unique viewpoint and writing style take you to places you won’t forget, and as it does for the characters in this collection, Valenton leaves its mark.” – Stephanie Parent, Author of The Briars