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Ruth-Maria Thomas liest "Die zweitgrößte Liebe"

Thursday, 9/24/2026 at 7:30 PM

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Ruth-Maria Thomas liest "Die zweitgrößte Liebe"

Thursday, 9/24/2026
at 7:30 PM

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ZENTRALWERK e.V.
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01127 Dresden

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In her debut novel "The Most Beautiful Version," Ruth Maria Thomas dealt with toxic relationships and our patriarchal society, quickly becoming a successful author. Now she is a guest at the festival in Dresden with her eagerly awaited second novel.

In "Die zweitgrößte Liebe," she tells the story of Michelle, who leaves her life in the East behind in her early thirties. As a receptionist at a hotel, she encounters West German wealth – and Henry, who had very different starting opportunities than she did. What do the subtle differences, the societal divides, that sometimes seem surmountable or far too vast, do to love? Is love enough in doubt?

Ruth-Maria Thomas presents her novel in conversation with journalist Cornelius Pollmer (DIE ZEIT).

The event takes place in the Henny-Brenner-Saal and is accessible with minimal barriers.

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Moderation: Amelie May
Ticket for the venue 12 / 8 Euro / Streaming ticket 5 Euro / Streaming subscription 50 Euro

The second novel by the bestselling author
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