Pötzsch is a direct descendant of the real Kuisl dynasty , a famous clan of Bavarian executioners. This personal connection brings a unique depth to the "honorless" status of hangmen in the 17th century.
If you love historical mysteries that pull no punches, you likely know the name . His breakout novel, Die Henkerstochter (The Hangman's Daughter), isn't just a best-selling thriller—it's a journey into a gritty, superstitious past based on the author's own family history. The Story: A Witch Hunt in Schongau
The doctor’s son who provides a bridge between the "dishonorable" Kuisl family and the town's elite. Why It Stands Out Oliver Pötzsch Die Henkerstochter Saga 0...
The titular daughter, she is clever and defiant. She resists the social stigma of being from an executioner's family and refuses to be married off to another hangman's son.
Darkness and Duty: A Deep Dive into Oliver Pötzsch’s Die Henkerstochter Pötzsch is a direct descendant of the real
The novel doesn't shy away from the mud, filth, and brutal medical practices of post-Thirty Years' War Germany.
Set in 1659 Bavaria, the story begins when a dying boy is pulled from the river Lech with a mysterious tattoo on his shoulder. The town of Schongau immediately spirals into a "witchcraft mania," accusing the local midwife, Martha Stechlin. She resists the social stigma of being from
This first book launched a 10-volume series that follows the Kuisl family across decades, including sequels like The Dark Monk and The Beggar King . Quick Facts for Your TBR First Published Genre Historical Mystery / Thriller Setting Schongau, Bavaria (1659) Pages Approx. 512 (Paperback) Reviews - Die Henkerstochter und der Fluch der Pest