Halbtier: Roman

The novel opens on a sweltering city street, where the relentless heat and crowding press on every passer‑by like an invisible weight. A sudden thunderstorm erupts, scattering dust and rain over the bustling thoroughfare, offering a brief, exhilarating relief that turns the ordinary chaos into a moment of wonder. The storm’s fury sweeps away the grime, and the streets glisten as people pause, breathing in the fresh, earthy scent of rain.

In the wake of the downpour, workers tearing down an old market hall uncover a startling secret: a massive collection of human bones buried beneath the pavement. The discovery draws crowds of curious schoolchildren, aging women, and even a bemused monk who watches the excavation with a wry smile. As the bones are hauled into crates and covered with tarps, the atmosphere shifts from mundane routine to a dark, collective fascination, hinting at stories buried deep within the city’s very foundations.