Kairos

Winner of the 2024 International Booker Prize, this gripping novel explores a passionate encounter in 1986 Berlin between a young student and an older married man, set against the backdrop of a period of political upheaval. As their intense connection is tested by secrets and betrayal, the story delves into the fragile dynamics of love and power amidst a society in flux. The narrative offers a deeply personal glimpse into the tumultuous changes sweeping through Europe during this historic time.