"Fate has a lot of humor." The narrator of this novel is Adriana Altaras, who tells with captivating tragicomedy about the absurdities of theater life, an unexpected family reunion, and why the Shoah, the tragedy of the 20th century, is the epicenter of her work. During rehearsals for Mozart's "Abduction from the Seraglio," it turns out that the prompter is the greatest challenge. Susanne, known as Sissele, has read Adriana's books and is convinced that only she can help her. For decades, Sissele has searched in vain for her relatives, who were scattered to the winds after World War II. Now she wants to make one last attempt – and Adriana Altaras must come along! On an adventurous journey across the Federal Republic, the present and the past intertwine, unforgettable stories of survival merge with those of the descendants. A gripping and touching book of profound humanity. "The Jewish Prompter" tells with wit and warmth about the shadows of the past.