Oliver Pötzsch
Oliver Pötzsch is a German author known for his historical fiction novels, particularly the 'Hangman's Daughter' series. Before becoming a full-time writer, he worked as a radio personality and screenwriter. His works often draw on his family history, as he is a descendant of a line of Bavarian executioners.
Books
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1. Knight Kyle And The Magic Silver Lance
A Medieval Adventure
In a medieval world filled with adventure and mystery, a young squire embarks on a thrilling quest to prove his worth and uncover the secrets of a legendary artifact. Guided by courage and determination, he faces formidable foes and unexpected challenges, all while discovering the true meaning of bravery and friendship. As he delves deeper into the heart of the kingdom's ancient legends, he learns that the power of the magic silver lance is not just in its might, but in the wisdom and heart of the one who wields it.
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2. The Hangman's Daughter
A Historical Novel
Set in 17th-century Bavaria, this historical thriller follows Jakob Kuisl, the town's hangman, as he investigates a series of mysterious deaths that threaten to ignite a witch hunt. When a local midwife is accused of witchcraft after a boy is found dead with a strange symbol on his body, Kuisl, along with his daughter Magdalena and a young physician named Simon, must unravel the truth to save the innocent woman. As they delve deeper into the dark secrets of their town, they uncover a web of deceit and danger that challenges their beliefs and tests their courage.
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3. The Dark Monk
A Hangman's Daughter Tale
Set in the 17th century, this historical mystery follows the adventures of Jakob Kuisl, a Bavarian executioner, as he delves into a web of secrets and conspiracies after a local priest is found dead under suspicious circumstances. Alongside his daughter Magdalena and the young physician Simon, Jakob uncovers a hidden treasure linked to the Knights Templar, drawing them into a dangerous game of cat and mouse with a mysterious monk and other sinister forces. As they race against time to unravel the truth, they must navigate a world filled with religious intrigue, ancient codes, and deadly adversaries.
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