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The Dinner

by Herman Koch

Two brothers and their wives meet for dinner at an upscale restaurant to discuss their fifteen‑year‑old sons, Michel and Rick, who have committed an act that could ruin their lives. The novel examines how far parental love should extend and what measures are justified to protect children. As the story unfolds, deeper motives and moral dilemmas emerge, prompting readers to reassess their judgments.

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