„Der Richter und sein Henker“ und „No und ich“

The novel follows Lou, a highly gifted 13-year-old girl with OCD tendencies, who lives in Paris with her emotionally neglectful parents. Her life changes when she meets No, an 18-year-old homeless girl, and decides to 'save' her by asking her parents if No can live with them. As No's presence affects Lou's family, they are forced to confront a tragic event from their past. The book explores themes of identity, parent-child relationships, family secrets, and homelessness, all through the eyes of a young and compassionate narrator.

In 'Der Richter und sein Henker,' Friedrich Dürrenmatt presents a complex narrative centered around the long-standing rivalry between Inspector Bärlach and the clever criminal Gastmann. The story begins with the murder of police officer Schmied, which sets off a chain of events as Bärlach and his deputy Tschanz investigate. The novel explores themes of moral ambiguity, justice, and the blurred lines between hunter and hunted. As the investigation unfolds, it reveals a web of deceit and manipulation, culminating in a surprising twist that challenges the reader's assumptions about the characters and their actions[1][3][4].