Jenseits von Schweden

Björn is dissatisfied with his job, and his attempt to establish himself as a part-time author is also stalling. A trip to Sweden promises a break from his monotonous daily routine. Together with a dozen former classmates, the fifty-year-old heads to the heart of Sweden, where Carmen, a former schoolmate, has found her second home. Following this, he embarks on a journey to the North Cape, hoping to gain clarity about his future. When Maria, the secret crush of his school days, invites herself along as a travel companion, he carries with him the dreams and missed opportunities of his youth. Along the way, he discovers a closely guarded secret of Maria's that changes everything. Two people with their emotional wounds in a fragile landscape – a story that is both sad and humorous – as changeable as the weather! Can an adult correct the mistakes of their youth? This is the question the author poses, offering deep insights into the soul of his protagonist Björn, from whose perspective the story is told. The magnificent landscape plays a significant role, being as lonely and yet enchanting as his life.