Flurina Badel's debut novel 'Nebelflüchtige' explores Engadin tourism and real estate boom

Flurina Badel's debut novel 'Nebelflüchtige' addresses the impact of tourism and the real estate boom in the Engadin region of Switzerland. The book blends poetry with contemporary social critique, reflecting on how these forces are transforming the Alpine valley. Badel's work enters a literary conversation about the commodification of rural landscapes, joining other recent publications such as Ronja von Rönne's new novel, which also examines themes of deception and authenticity in modern life. The Engadin, known for its scenic beauty and luxury tourism, has seen rising property prices and concerns about local displacement, issues that Badel's novel brings to the forefront through a narrative that intertwines personal stories with broader economic and cultural shifts.