# Philippe Jaenada wins 2026 Prix Goncourt for novel 'L'Inconnue du quai de Javel'

https://mins.news/en/item/127194

- euronews, 2026-11-03 13:35 UTC
- Culture
- Original: https://www.euronews.com/2026/11/03/philippe-jaenada-wins-2026-prix-goncourt-for-novel-linconnue-du-quai-de-javel

> The Prix Goncourt jury named Philippe Jaenada the winner for his novel 'L'Inconnue du quai de Javel.' The selection has drawn controversy over the Madrigall group's dominant role in the process.

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