The narrative weaves through personal celebrations, new loves, and the lingering trauma of the war years. Format & Availability

Moving from deprivation to the "economic miracle" of the 50s.

The emergence of jazz, the first fashion boutiques, and the fate of modern art confiscated during the war.

The story begins on , and unfolds across three distinct European locations:

The novel is noted for its focus on and the psychological evolution of its characters as society changes. Key historical themes include:

Margarethe (Heinrich’s sister) lives with her wealthy Italian husband while navigating a tense relationship with her strict mother-in-law, Agnese. Themes & Historical Context

(2022) is the first installment of a new historical family saga by German author Carmen Korn . Set in the 1950s, the novel follows three interconnected families navigating the rebuilding of their lives and the onset of prosperity after World War II. Core Plot & Settings