Bestselling author Joanne Harris joins Patricia Hodge for a special film and in-conversation event for her new novel Vianne , the intriguing prequel to Chocolat . The original novel sold millions of copies worldwide and tells the story of Vianne Rocher and her scandalous chocolaterie in a rural French village. The new novel begins six years earlier when Vianne arrives in Marseilles to start a new life and first discovers the true magic of chocolate. The event includes a screening of the much loved Chocolat film, based on Joannes novel, starring Juliette Binoche and Johnny Depp. Award-winning actress Patricia Hodge is known for her many film and television roles and her extensive theatre work. Patricia is a Patron of Barnes BookFest. Ticket with Book is available for this event, representing a 25% saving on the book price when ordered in advance. Ticket only is 18 and Ticket with Book is 36.50