Valerie, 39, is in a crisis of meaning after her breakup. Her love for women simply doesn't seem to last, and neither her literary successes nor sexual adventures, not even a visit from her Australian friend René, can comfort her. The woman who ultimately brings new energy to Valerie's drifting existence is Luise Müggendorf, who is 96 years old. A resident of a nursing home, Luise has harbored a deep attraction to women all her life, those who "lack the hook in their eyes" when they look at men. Luise begins to tell Valerie about her life, and Valerie writes it down... This multifaceted novel, full of tenderness, respect, and subtle humor, tells the story of a wonderful encounter between two completely different women and the love between women through the ages.