This novel is not one that instills fear of dying. On the contrary, it ignites a desire for life. Christine Westermann. How do you approach a woman who has at most half a year left to live? Fred believes he knows the answer. He is a single father and has trained as a volunteer hospice worker to give more meaning to his life. During his first assignment, he wants to do everything right. But Karla, strong, tough, and headstrong, has already come to terms with her impending death and only wants some human connection - on her own terms. When Fred's attempt to reconcile her with her past spectacularly fails, only his 13-year-old son Phil is allowed to visit Karla to archive her concert photos. Then, janitor Klaffki makes the right decision in a critical situation - and gives Fred a second chance. Susann Pás.