Almstadt, Eva Ostseefalle Pia Korittkis Sech... Apr 2026

is the 16th installment in the popular crime novel series featuring Detective Pia Korittki, written by German author Eva Almstädt . Released in March 2021, the book combines a complex cold case with high-stakes personal drama for the protagonist. Plot Summary

: Readers generally find the book engaging, noting its fluid writing style and effective use of suspense. Almstadt, Eva Ostseefalle Pia Korittkis Sech...

: During the renovation of an old farmhouse, residents discover a skeletonized skull in the cellar. is the 16th installment in the popular crime

: The investigation is derailed when Pia receives news that her son, Felix, has been involved in a serious accident. However, she soon realizes this news was a "trap" (the Falle of the title) designed to pull her away from the truth. : During the renovation of an old farmhouse,

: Pia Korittki leads the investigation, which leads her back to the case of a young woman who vanished nine years prior. The original primary suspect still lives in the small village.

: Some critics point to the subplot involving Pia's nemesis, Albrecht Lohse, as being somewhat far-fetched, though the book remains highly recommended for fans of "coastal crime" ( Küstenkrimis ).