We from the other side

Actress Katja Riemann reads the debut novel of Germany's most successful film author - personal, humorous, emotional.

When Rahel Wald awakens from a severe fever dream, she initially understands nothing. Where is she, why is it so loud here, what are all these tubes everywhere? Gradually, she begins to comprehend: She is in the hospital, she was in a coma. But being truly ill, she had imagined it differently: more ceremonial, even sacred. As a comedy writer, Rahel is quite familiar with quirky characters and absurd situations, but this journey from the other side back to life is a whole different experience. Especially when withdrawal from medication triggers nightmares and waving squirrels. Fortunately, she can rely on the unconditional support of her crazy family, who are always there for her. And one thing becomes increasingly clear to Rahel: Her life is far too precious to be shaped by others' expectations. From now on, she will take it into her own hands.

"What a joy it was to read your book - I laughed out loud and cried into the paper." Katja Riemann.