Środek świata by Andreas Steinhöfel

Set in a small, insular town, this coming-of-age novel follows the life of a young boy named Phil as he navigates the complexities of adolescence, family dynamics, and the search for identity. Raised by his free-spirited mother and surrounded by a cast of eccentric characters, Phil grapples with the mysteries of his past and the challenges of his present. As he explores themes of love, friendship, and self-discovery, Phil's journey is marked by poignant moments of introspection and the gradual unveiling of long-held secrets that shape his understanding of the world and his place within it.