At the end

A timeless novel about aging. "When I am old, sick, and sad, I might remember this book and it will comfort me. It comforts me already now. It is a wonderful book." - Elke Heidenreich.

Elli's life is coming to an end. Together with Paul, her husband who is paralyzed and mute due to a stroke, she has had to exchange their house and garden for an age-appropriate apartment. Meals are delivered, and occasionally the cleaning lady comes. The pragmatic care promises relief. Yet for Elli, it signifies a gradual loss of her dignity and belief in herself.

Herrad Schenk's novel depicts the process of aging, portraying an experience we all share directly or indirectly, and portrays a woman who does not give up, who fights against the loss of autonomy and for her independence. With great empathy.