The Fatherland Files

In this gripping mystery, Inspector Gereon Rath faces a series of drownings in 1932 Berlin, complicating his turbulent personal life.

In The Fatherland Files, the fourth installment of Volker Kutscher's internationally bestselling series, Berlin is gripped by a wave of murders that have left the city in shock. Inspector Gereon Rath finds himself in a precarious position as his investigation into a series of drownings stalls. Amidst the chaos, his personal life is equally tumultuous, adding to the complexity of his role as a detective. As Rath navigates the murky waters of crime in 1932 Berlin, he must contend with both the case at hand and the challenges posed by his fiancée, Charly, who is embarking on her own journey within the male-dominated world of the Berlin CID.

The narrative takes a gripping turn when Rath discovers a drowned man in a freight elevator, far from any source of water. This mysterious finding raises questions about how the victim ended up in such an unusual location. As Rath's investigation leads him to a remote village near the Polish border, he encounters local myths that intertwine with the rising influence of the Nazi party. The tension builds as he pieces together the clues, leading him to suspect he may be dealing with a serial killer.

Throughout The Fatherland Files, Kutscher masterfully blends historical context with a riveting mystery. Rath's struggle to balance his professional duties with his personal challenges creates a rich narrative that keeps readers engaged. Will he be able to catch the killer before more lives are lost? Only time will tell in this thrilling historical crime novel.