"Polt" by Alfred Komarek is a gripping crime novel that takes readers to the picturesque setting of the Weinviertel region. The story follows Simon Polt, a former gendarme who has retired and is enjoying life to the fullest. However, this idyllic existence is abruptly disrupted when he and his girlfriend Karin make a shocking discovery in the vineyard: the body of an unknown man. As the police investigate, Polt and his friend Norbert come under suspicion of knowing more about the deceased than they are willing to admit. The plot unfolds with a blend of tension and humor as Polt grapples with his new role as an expectant father and the challenges of his past. Komarek succeeds in bringing the characters to life and authentically depicting the atmosphere of the Weinviertel, making "Polt" an entertaining read.