Victoria Mas is a French author best known for her debut novel, "The Mad Women's Ball," which earned critical acclaim and became the bestselling debut of its season in France. The novel received prestigious awards, including the Prix Stanislas and the Prix Renaudot des Lycéens. Born in 1987, Mas developed a passion for literature early in life, later graduating with a degree in Contemporary Literature from the Sorbonne University.
Before establishing herself as a novelist, Mas pursued a diverse career in the arts, working in film as a cultural columnist, still photographer, and screenwriter in both France and the United States, where she lived for eight years. Her writing often reflects her deep appreciation for French culture, particularly its culinary traditions, which she has described as a lifelong romance. A compulsive reader and storyteller, Mas brings a cinematic quality to her prose, blending historical and psychological depth in her narratives.
Currently devoted to writing, Mas continues to explore themes of identity, memory, and societal constraints in her work. Her background in film and theater informs her dynamic storytelling, making her a distinctive voice in contemporary literature.