The Dinner by Herman Koch
The novel revolves around two couples who meet at a high-end restaurant to discuss a serious matter involving their teenage sons. As the evening progresses and courses are served, the polite facade begins to crumble, revealing deep-seated tensions and moral dilemmas. The parents grapple with the implications of their sons' actions, which have far-reaching consequences, and must decide how far they are willing to go to protect their families. The story delves into themes of parental responsibility, societal privilege, and the dark undercurrents of human nature.
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- Published
- 2009
- Nationality
- Dutch
- Length
- Medium
- Pages
- 300-400
- Original Language
- Dutch
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- Alternate Titles
- - Het Diner
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This book is on the following 1 lists:
- Not the NYT list: 100 fine books from around the world (and not just the USA) of the 21st century (The Bookshop Inc)