Playlist - Sebastian Fitzek

Playlist by Sebastian Fitzek, Germany’s master of psychological suspense, is a tense and original thriller where music becomes the key to solving a deadly mystery.

When fifteen-year-old Feline Jagow vanishes on her way to school, her desperate mother turns to private investigator Alexander Zorbach for help. A month passes with no trace—until Feline’s music playlist updates unexpectedly. Each of the fifteen songs might contain a hidden clue to her location—or a message from her captor.

As Zorbach dives into a twisted game of codes, memories, and haunting secrets, he must face the horrors of his own past while racing against time to save a young girl whose life hangs by a thread.

Fitzek combines psychological depth, razor-sharp suspense, and an inventive premise, creating a thriller that keeps readers guessing until the very last page.

Main Themes of the Book

• Psychological suspense and human obsession
• The interplay between music and memory
• The haunting power of guilt and redemption
• Crime investigation and the race against time
• Trust, betrayal, and the blurred line between victim and villain

Why You Should Read This Book by Sebastian Fitzek

• Written by Sebastian Fitzek, Europe’s bestselling master of the psychological thriller.
• Features an innovative premise connecting music, emotion, and crime-solving.
• A perfect pick for fans of Chris Carter, Harlan Coben, and Jo Nesbø.
• Offers intense pacing, complex characters, and mind-bending twists.
• An unforgettable thriller that explores the dark side of obsession and loss.

Playlist is a masterclass in psychological suspense from Sebastian Fitzek. With its haunting premise and relentless tension, this novel turns every song into a clue and every clue into a chilling revelation. Smart, emotional, and deeply unsettling, it’s a must-read for fans of contemporary thrillers.