Literary duel: Berlin reading with Sara Reichelt in Zehlendorf!

Literary duel: Berlin reading with Sara Reichelt in Zehlendorf!

In autumn, the Gottfried-Benn-Library opens its reading season with a special event: On October 9, 2024 at 6:00 p.m., the Berlin author Sara Reichelt will present her new novel "Dangerous Rental". The event takes place on the first floor of the library in Zehlendorf and offers a varied program with a book table on which the book will be available.

This reading marks the transition from the popular garden readings of the summer to an intimate reading format that takes place on the library's premises. Sara Reichelt , which is known for her original spelling, combines various perspectives in her latest work and illuminates social issues with a touch of humor. Her this year's novel addresses the complex relationship between two women who meet in the context of looking for an apartment.

insights into the novel

“Dangerous rent” takes place in 2021, in a Berlin that is characterized by the changes in pandemic. The plot revolves around the renting of a freshly renovated old building in Neukölln. Here the withdrawn Katharina meets the quick -witted Jennifer, who, with its clever art, not only turns Katharina's apartment upside down, but also her life. This unique relationship develops into an exciting duel between two women of different social backgrounds.

Katharina is a fragile, intellectual woman who is looking for human connection in the course of pandemic, while Jennifer appears as a witty fraud. Despite the obvious differences in their origin and way of life, it quickly becomes clear that both protagonists carry things that do not correspond to the first impressions. This interesting dynamic raises questions about prejudices and human relationships and makes readers think about their own attributions.

The author, who lives in Berlin and has an impressive academic career in psychology, Judaistics and comparative religious studies, brings her diverse experience as a consultant and lecturer as well as her encounters in the real estate industry. The fusion of her experiences and insights is the basis for the complex characters and the captivating social picture that she draws in her work.

The pun between the rental agreement and the developing relationship between the two women is not only clever, but also stimulates thinking. Sara Reichelt has created a novel that both maintains and stimulates the reflective dialogue. Readers can look forward to an evening full of insights and inspiring reading passages.

For those interested in literature and fans of contemporary art, the reading offers an excellent opportunity to get to know the author personally and to learn more about her sources of inspiration. These events in the Gottfried-Benn-Library fit in a variety of ways into the cultural life of the district and promote the exchange between authors and readers.

The reading on October 9, 2024 will not only be an evening of reading, but also a platform for the conversation on topics that concern us all. It is an event for everyone who is interested in literature and the exploration of human relationships.