Mystery in the Berklands: Saga Grünwald unveils the second installment of "Bergish Crime Novels"
In the picturesque landscapes of North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, lies a world of dark secrets that intertwine in an eerie manner, as revealed by Saga Gruenwald, the author of the Bergish Crime series. This captivating series, which now consists of nine books, offers a unique blend of crime, mystery, and history.
Saga Gruenwald, a Solingen-based author, journalist, and passionate storyteller, was born in Mannheim and raised in the Odenwald. She moved to Solingen in 2007, where she found her inspiration for the Bergish Crime series. The initial idea came from a serendipitous discovery of the Grillplatz Altenhammer in the Eschbachtal, a secluded spot between Lobach and Preyersmühle.
The second book in the series, "Lost in the Bergisches Land", premiered last Saturday at the Walder Kotten in Solingen. This instalment weaves elements of crime, mystery, and history into an unique storytelling style, similar to Gruenwald's Jocasta Loomis series.
The plot involves a dramatic kidnapping of Chief Inspector Artemis Rademacher, a mysterious attempted murder, and the interlinking of both cases. Senior Commissioner Fabian Schneider is investigating the attempted murder case, while Druid Damian "Math" Winter assists Tobias Rademacher, Artemis' husband, in finding her.
Between finishing the first book and starting the second, Gruenwald gave her characters more depth. This is evident in the quick development of the series from a single insight to nine books. When she finds something intriguing, she can't stop working on it, as seen in the rapid progression of the series.
Gruenwald's literary events are known for their unique atmosphere. During her book readings, she uses an unusual instrument, a tongue drum, to create atmospheric breaks. She also plays a small Scottish melody and an original composition.
For those interested in experiencing the settings of Gruenwald's stories firsthand, a literary hike is scheduled for August 23rd. The hike will start at the Jagenberg Trailhead on Burger Landstraße in Solingen. The event is free, but donations for the author are welcome.
Gruenwald's diversity of themes is also reflected in her membership in the German Haiku Society and the patron association for the Center for Persecuted Arts. "Lost in the Bergisches Land" has 296 pages and costs €14.50. The ISBN for the book is 978-3-943195-48-4.
For more specific details about "Lost in the Bergisches Land" or the Bergish Crime series, it might be helpful to check online bookstores, author interviews, or reviews. The series follows a typical crime series structure, with a protagonist, setting, plot twists, mystery/crime, and character development. The investigation starts with an inciting incident, followed by an investigation, climax, resolution, and conclusion.
Saga Gruenwald's home-and-garden, a quaint abode in Solingen, serves as the birthplace of her captivating Bergish Crime series. While delving into the next book of the series, 'Lost in the Bergisches Land', readers will find a seamless integration of crime, mystery, history, and even an element of lifestyle, as Gruenwald's love for storytelling and unique atmospheres infuse each page.
