Immendorf is the story of a country, a castle and a family shattered by war, but above all it's a true story that takes us to the edge of Central Europe, to a young Republic of Austria that is still unstable. At the same time, on the border, Hitler's shadow darkens the sky...
Immendorf is the history of a country. It's the story of a castle. It's the story of a family torn apart by war. Above all, it's a true story.
This historical saga takes the reader to the edge of Central Europe, as the Habsburg Empire gives way to the still unstable Republic of Austria. The Freudenthals, a family of Austrian aristocracy, are still living in the days of carefree living and grand celebrations. At the border, however, Hitler's shadow darkens the sky. A storm is brewing...
Monique de Sinety is in charge of culture and organizes exhibitions at the Musée du Presbytère in Saint Epain. Her book, Immendorf, won the Lions Club 2025 literary prize.
This historical saga takes the reader to the edge of Central Europe, as the Habsburg Empire gives way to the still unstable Republic of Austria. The Freudenthals, a family of Austrian aristocracy, are still living in the days of carefree living and grand celebrations. At the border, however, Hitler's shadow darkens the sky. A storm is brewing...
Monique de Sinety is in charge of culture and organizes exhibitions at the Musée du Presbytère in Saint Epain. Her book, Immendorf, won the Lions Club 2025 literary prize.



