Rebirth... Der Tod ist erst der Anfang by Edgar Wiefel

Rebirth... Der Tod ist erst der Anfang

A crime thriller with a twist you won’t forget

Written byEdgar Wiefel
Length8h54m
Release dateJuly 21, 2017
LanguageGerman
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AuthorEdgar Wiefel
NarratorMatthias Ernst Holzmann
Runtime8h54m
PublishedJuly 21, 2017
RatingNot yet rated
CategoriesLiterature & Fiction, Action & Adventure, Mystery, Thriller & Suspense, Mystery, International Mystery & Crime
FormatAudiobook (Digital)
PlatformAudible

About This Audiobook

Edgar Wiefel’s *Rebirth… Der Tod ist erst der Anfang* isn’t just another crime novel—it’s a haunting exploration of identity, memory, and the blurred line between justice and vengeance. When a detective discovers a serial killer who believes he’s enacting karmic justice through reincarnation, the case spirals into a psychological minefield where the past literally refuses to stay dead. Wiefel’s writing is razor-sharp, blending cerebral mystery with visceral tension, but the real kicker is the premise: a killer who executes victims based on sins committed in past lives. If you’ve ever wondered how far you’d go to expose the unpunished, this book will keep you up at night questioning your own limits. The audiobook’s strength lies in its fusion of European noir aesthetics and high-stakes thriller pacing. Matthias Ernst Holzmann’s narration is a masterclass in restraint—his icy, measured delivery lends gravitas to the detective’s obsession, while his chilling impersonation of the killer’s eerie certainty sends shivers down the spine. The production is pristine, with subtle sound design that underscores the story’s eerie atmosphere without overpowering the dialogue. Fans of morally complex mysteries with a supernatural edge will find this a rare gem, but be warned: Wiefel doesn’t just toy with your expectations—he dismantles them.

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Editor's Review

AudioBook Atlas

Matthias Ernst Holzmann’s narration is the beating heart of this audiobook. His ability to shift between the detective’s weary pragmatism and the killer’s unsettling, almost hypnotic conviction is nothing short of brilliant. There were moments—particularly during the killer’s monologues—where his voice took on a cadence that felt like a slow, creeping dread, and I had to pause playback just to sit with the unease. The pacing is relentless, too, though not in a cheap-thriller sense; Wiefel trusts the reader to sit in the silence between revelations, and that restraint pays off in spades. That said, the audiobook isn’t without its hiccups. The supporting cast sometimes feels underdeveloped, with dialogue that borders on functional rather than fleshed-out. The killer’s backstory, while intriguing, veers into melodrama in the final act, risking tonal whiplash. But these are minor quibbles in an otherwise stellar production. The real star is Holzmann’s performance—it’s the kind of narration that elevates a good book into an unforgettable listening experience. If you’re looking for a thriller that lingers in your mind long after the final chapter, this is it.

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