Hester Among the Ruins

Set against the backdrop of post-war Germany, the story follows Hester Rosenfeld, an American historian who becomes romantically involved with Heinrich Falk while researching his life. Falk, a product of a troubled past, embodies the German Everyman, grappling with his family's dark history. As Hester delves into his life story for a historical document, she uncovers layers of secrets and suspicions about his family's involvement during the war, including whispers of a Nazi legacy and hidden truths that challenge their relationship.