Heldt:The family affairs of the J

Johanne Johansen learns shortly after her 65th birthday that the traditional family business – the Elbreederei Kurt Johansen & Söhne – is on the brink of bankruptcy. Johanne, who grew up with her grandparents after the early death of her parents and took care of them until the end, is horrified and at a loss. The legacy of her parents is at stake, and she knows she cannot manage it alone.

Her cousin Luise Gehrke (née Hansen) is ten years younger than Johanne and happily married. At least Luise was convinced of that until her husband has a terrible accident, suddenly shaking her entire worldview. Now the family business is also in danger. Although Johanne and Luise have only a strained relationship, the two women must now join forces. Since they both hold shares in the company, they have no choice but to save the shipping company together. Along the way, well-kept family secrets come to light that change everything.

Sensitive and read with the finest North German humor by Vera Teltz.