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Kairos

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2023

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Book Brief

Jenny Erpenbeck, Transl. Michael Hofmann

Kairos

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2023
Book Details
Pages

304

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

East Berlin • 1980s

Publication Year

2023

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Kairos by Jenny Erpenbeck, translated by Michael Hofmann, explores a complex love affair during the final years of East Germany. The narrative follows a young woman and an older man entangled in a turbulent relationship, set against the backdrop of political upheaval and societal change, examining personal and historical transformation.

Melancholic

Mysterious

Contemplative

Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

Kairos by Jenny Erpenbeck, translated by Michael Hofmann, receives praise for its lyrical prose and intricate exploration of tumultuous relationships against a historical backdrop. Critics appreciate the depth of character development but note that the nonlinear narrative may challenge some readers. Overall, it is lauded for its emotional intensity and insightful observations on love and time.

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Who Should Read Kairos?

A reader who enjoys Kairos by Jenny Erpenbeck, translated by Michael Hofmann, would appreciate deeply emotional narratives exploring complex relationships and historical contexts. Fans of Atonement by Ian McEwan or The Reader by Bernhard Schlink would likely find this novel appealing.

Book Details
Pages

304

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

East Berlin • 1980s

Publication Year

2023

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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