The Ghost of the Big City

Gerda's mother believed in the magic of names, which is why she named her daughter so unusually. Gerda's life indeed turned out to be similar to a fairy tale: her beloved husband Kostya was taken away by the Snow Queen — a wealthy and powerful business lady from St. Petersburg, Snezhanna Moroz. Gerda set out on a journey to bring her Kai back, but she was unable to melt his heart with tears — he stayed with Snezhanna. And was by her side until he died…
Kostya died in the icy castle of his queen. Gerda discovered the body, after many years of separation, finally deciding to rescue her husband from captivity. But who and why killed her Kai? Was it really due to the inheritance bequeathed to Kostya by the terminally ill Snezhanna? Or did her beloved acquire an enemy who was willing to do anything for revenge? Gerda did not yet know: the one who killed Kostya has his own plans for her…

Olga Volodarskaya's novels are sharp social detectives in which the author dissects all sides of modern society, leaving nothing hidden and omitting nothing. Her books are written so engagingly that it's simply impossible to tear oneself away. The vivid, rich language and brilliant authorial style create a unique atmosphere in which the reader immerses themselves completely.