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The reserved housekeeper Katharina Blum falls in love with a man suspected of murder at a party. Four days later, she herself becomes a murderer. What led to this act of violence? The narrative depicts how sensationalist reporting by the tabloid press affects the life of an innocent woman. Böll's critique of sensational journalism is based on personal experiences and remains highly relevant today.