When does the reading start

The reading starts on June 11, 2026, at 7 PM.

How much does the admission cost

The admission costs 5 euros, reduced 2.50 euros.

Where does the event take place

At the local library Horst, Turfstraße 21, 45899 Gelsenkirchen.

Is the event location barrier-free

Yes, the access is wheelchair accessible, there is an elevator and a wheelchair-accessible restroom.

Do I need to register

Yes, registration at 0209 169 6126 is requested.

What is the reading about

Brigitte Vollenberg reads from her crime novel Island Secret with a story about family, suspicion, and a dark secret.

Suspense at Castle Horst: Brigitte Vollenberg reads a mystery full of secrets

Name: Debut in the Castle: Reading with Brigitte Vollenberg
Start: 2026-06-11T21:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-06-11T23:00:00+02:00
Location: Stadtteilbibliothek Horst

Mystery Evening at Castle Horst: Brigitte Vollenberg reads from 'Island Secret'

On Thursday, June 11, 2026, the local library Horst in Gelsenkirchen opens its doors for an author reading that brings together suspense, atmosphere, and literary curiosity. Brigitte Vollenberg presents 'Island Secret', a crime novel that thrives on family conflicts, false suspicions, and a dark secret. The event starts at 7 PM and promises a concentrated literary experience in a historic setting. ([gelsenkirchen.de](https://www.gelsenkirchen.de/de/_funktionsnavigation/presse/pressemeldungen/71609-inselgeheimnis))

A Crime Story with Psychological Tension and Strong Scenery

The novel relies on a classic tension curve, carried not only by the investigations but primarily by the shifting of certainties. Ibiza does not appear here as a vacation backdrop but as a place of unrest, where family dependencies, mistrust, and a condensed crime intertwine. This is precisely where the literary quality of this reading lies: The text combines crime plot, psychological intensification, and a sense for dramatic escalation. ([gelsenkirchen.de](https://www.gelsenkirchen.de/de/_funktionsnavigation/presse/pressemeldungen/71609-inselgeheimnis))

Brigitte Vollenberg: Crime Author with Biographical Grounding

Brigitte Vollenberg, born in 1953 in Dorsten, studied business administration at Ruhr University Bochum and ran an architecture office in Gladbeck with her husband for more than thirty years. Her literary focus is on crime novels and short prose; her official website and publishing materials present an author who combines everyday observations, suspense, and precise depictions of environments. Verifiable awards were not documented in the researched sources. ([verlag-epv.de](https://www.verlag-epv.de/files/Autorenuebersicht-alphabetisch-nach-Nachname.pdf?utm_source=openai))

Location with Character: Reading in the Outer Castle of Castle Horst

The local library Horst is located in the restored rooms of the outer castle of Castle Horst. The place stands for a special reading atmosphere: calm, cultured, and easily accessible. There is a parking space for the disabled, barrier-free access, an elevator, and wheelchair-accessible restrooms on site. The Castle Horst stop is served by tram line 301, the U11, and several bus lines. ([gelsenkirchen.de](https://www.gelsenkirchen.de/de/bildung/ausserschulische_bildung/stadtbibliothek/standorte/stadtteilbibliothek_horst.aspx))

Price, Registration, and Event Details

The admission fee is 5 euros, reduced 2.50 euros. Registration is desired at 0209 169 6126. The reading is part of the series Debut in the Castle and takes place in cooperation with the friends of the Gelsenkirchen city library. Thus, the evening is aimed at mystery fans, literature lovers, and everyone who appreciates an author encounter in a concentrated, approachable form. ([gelsenkirchen.de](https://www.gelsenkirchen.de/de/_funktionsnavigation/presse/pressemeldungen/71609-inselgeheimnis))

In the end, visitors can expect an evening that not only narrates suspense but makes it palpable. Those seeking a literary crime atmosphere, an intimate reading, and the charm of a historic place will experience a significant cultural appointment with resonance here. ([gelsenkirchen.de](https://www.gelsenkirchen.de/de/_funktionsnavigation/presse/pressemeldungen/71609-inselgeheimnis))