Author Nanna Holm presents her acclaimed debut novel The Red Gate – an atmospheric story about three children, Aske, Gry, and Mona, whose summers on Langeland at the end of the Cold War become formative for their adult lives. While adults indulge in freedom and ideals, the children are left to long, restless days on the border between safety and chaos. Decades later, the friends must confront the deep marks childhood has left on them.
In an open conversation with literary mediator Cathrine Hedegaard, Holm explores central themes: how adults' ideals and infringement on freedom shape children's identities, and the contrast between the boundless freedom of the 1970s and 80s and today's focus on child protection. The author also shares her personal journey of leaving her steady job to pursue fiction writing.
If you wish to prepare, literary mediator Cathrine Hedegaard also offers a reading circle evening to discuss the book before the event.
