Die Königin der Nacht: Kriminalroman

The protagonist, Jack Beery, is a modest pickpocket whose antics escalate when he drinks, leading him to bolder crimes. His transformation begins when he steals a wallet containing worn astrological papers, which he misinterprets as a guide to success. A chance reading about favorable planetary alignments inspires him to act on his newfound beliefs, resulting in a series of successful thefts. The story combines humor and crime, reflecting Jack's journey from a petty thief to someone who believes in the power of astrology. Louis Weinert-Wilton, the author, was a Sudeten German writer linked to a popular crime film series in the 1960s.