Mathilda's great love, Xaver, has left her. One day, without warning, he packed his things and disappeared without a trace. Mathilda suffered a nervous breakdown and recovered only slowly, as the mystery of Xaver's motives continued to haunt her. After more than sixteen years, she seems to have finally found her place in life: she is a German teacher in a different city, beloved by her students, with good friends and an independent life. But then Xaver suddenly reappears. He is now a celebrated author of children's books, and together they reflect on their relationship and its end. The birth of Xaver's son a few months after their breakup, his kidnapping, and the unknown fate of the boy form the central point of their meeting. Their ideas, fears and fantasies take over, until no one knows whether the other is telling the truth: Did Mathilda kidnap Xaver's son? Does Xaver have more to hide about his son's disappearance than he admits? This psychological thriller is layered, sophisticated, and remains intriguing until the very end. Intertaal delivers this fascinating lecture to you quickly and reliably.