Hardcover, 733 pages
German language
Published May 11, 2004 by Rowohlt.
A unique coming of age story. While the main character in this novel is dealing with gender identity issues the main focus of this brilliantly written story is the confusion we all face as we grow into the person we were meant to be. The reader finds himself identifying with the main character's experiences. This is a brilliantly written story. The prose is honest in a way that few authors dare to write. Every word, every action, every thought, is symbolic of the common human experience.
Book Club. A bit too focused on "relationships" for my taste, but lots of interesting history and solid characters.
