Dieses verdorbene Herz / This Corrupted Heart: A Novel | The must-read of the year and the most captivating novel of the moment

Suddenly, Nayan Olak sees the mysterious Helen Fletcher back in town. Since the tragic death of his son, he hasn't risked love. Instead, he pours all his energy into the local union, trying to create the world he would have wanted for his boy. When Nayan runs for union leadership, what he believes in finally seems within reach.As his ideals are challenged during the election campaign, he grows closer to Helen – and uncovers long-kept secrets. How is her past connected to his? Why did she leave the city twenty years ago? Suddenly, much more than just Nayan's chances of victory are at risk. And when an unexpected opponent enters the race, the race of his life is already well underway.A breathtaking blend of tragedy and highly topical social commentary. This Corrupted Heart is a vivid and multifaceted exploration of the mysteries of the heart, the devastating effects of secrets, and the limits of solidarity. A fiery work from one of the most talented British authors of our time.