Advent of Shadows – 24 Christmas crime stories for adults Christmas is considered a peaceful time. These 24 short crime stories show the other side: when routine becomes too fast, safety precautions are ignored and small mistakes have big consequences. Laconic in style, serious in tone and without kitsch – each story is completely self-contained. The cases take place where Advent is in full swing: at the Christmas market, in the parcel centre, on the Ferris wheel, in the planetarium, in the library and theatre, in the car park, greenhouse, freezer room and more. Realistic investigations, forensics and technology, decisions under time pressure. Moderate violence, no sensitive topics, no child murders. The stories are structured so that they can be read individually: about 10 to 15 minutes per case. Ideal for anyone who likes credible crime novels without gore and enjoys reading a story every evening in December – or reading the book in two winter evenings. Subtle Christmas elements form the backdrop: fairy lights, frost, choir rehearsals, an Advent wreath at the edge of the stage. Solutions do not come from miracles, but from people who pay attention. Advent der Schatten is a crime thriller Advent book for adults who like winter, reality and good writing. Order now and accompany December with 24 powerful short crime stories.