At first glance, the snow-covered mountain village seems so harmless. But as soon as Mathis discovers the old painting, strange things start to happen. When Felix also disappears without a trace after skiing, Tobi and the Red Bean must take action - but how, when an unrelenting snowstorm rages outside? Even more unsettling than in the first book, Fanny finds herself getting drawn into the story while reading. So she sets off to finally visit the author of the old books, unaware that the past will catch up with her once and for all. "... too thrilling to read, so I won't spoil the story here. It keeps you hooked, I can reveal that much." (Volker Ladenthin about the first book, "The Crescent Moon Earring").