The Kuhlmanns, a German family of four, have immigrated to Australia. They are thrilled with the beautiful Sunshine Coast, the friendly and helpful people and the fascinating wildlife. So many animals are unique to Australia! A dream comes true for Anna and Sebastian when their parents adopt a dog. Taking Susi for long walks on the dog-friendly beaches, they feel as though they were living in paradise.

But one day, two teenagers discover a woman’s body in dense bushland along Stumers Creek. Everyone is shaken! A murder in their own town? What was the motive? Nobody seems to have a clue. Lizzie Kuhlmann is worried about her children who are constantly playing detective. Why won’t they stop talking about the grisly crime?