Bodo Lehwald

PORTRAIT

Bodo Lehwald, born in 1960, lives in Emden in northern Germany and writes atmospheric crime novels set in East Frisia. His stories combine psychological depth, authentic investigative work, and a strong sense of place shaped by the harsh coastal landscape.

Inspired by the dikes, the Wadden Sea, and the hidden stories of the region, his novels explore human conflict, buried secrets, and the darkness behind seemingly quiet towns.

At the center of his crime series is investigator Lena Berg, who solves cases in Emden that reach far beyond the obvious. His books are known for their immersive atmosphere, believable characters, and the question of what truly lies beneath the surface.

Bodo Lehwald writes alongside his professional career and develops his novels with a focus on tension, depth, and regional authenticity.