Kairos

Jenny Erpenbeck’s novel Kairos is a compelling love story set against the backdrop of the GDR's collapse and the end of an era. It follows the passionate yet complex relationship between Katharina, a young woman from East Berlin, and Hans, a married writer, as they navigate personal and political upheavals during a time of great societal change. With her characteristic style, Erpenbeck explores the journey of love and growth amid sweeping historical shifts.