The Life of Objects

Set in Berlin during 1938, the story follows Beatrice, a young Irish Protestant lace maker, who escapes her mundane life to join the glamorous household of art collectors Felix and Dorthea Metzenburg. Surrounded by influential figures of Europe, Beatrice finds herself in a captivating world filled with allure and desire, far beyond her previous experiences. The narrative explores themes of aspiration and the stark contrast between her past and the enchanting new life she encounters.