The English Mum

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The story explores the complex dynamics of communication and misunderstanding between a young exchange student and his parents. Fritz, a sixteen-year-old, develops a friendship with his English host mother through letters, but his parents perceive this connection as inappropriate and demand she cease contact. Decades later, Fritz grapples with feelings of betrayal, revealing the deep emotional impact of their actions on his perception of relationships and trust.