De zwerm
Na de geheimzinnige verdwijning van een Peruaanse visser stuiten wetenschappers op angstaanjagende transformaties in de plaatselijke natuur.
A marine biologist who investigates the unusual behavior of marine life and becomes central to understanding the global threat.
A molecular biologist who joins the international team to research the mysterious intelligence behind the oceanic anomalies.
A whale researcher from Canada who observes strange changes in whale behavior and contributes to the scientific investigation.
A journalist who reports on the escalating global crisis and helps to disseminate information about the unfolding events.
A German geophysicist who discovers unusual activity on the ocean floor, indicating a deeper, unknown phenomenon.
A German-language television series adaptation of Frank Schätzing's novel, titled 'The Swarm,' was produced and released in 2023. It features an international cast and expands on the book's narrative.
Frank Schätzing has stated that 'De zwerm' is a standalone novel and he does not plan to write a direct sequel. The story reaches a conclusive ending within this single volume.
Frank Schätzing drew inspiration from his deep interest in oceanography, marine biology, and environmental issues. He conducted extensive research into scientific concepts to build the plausible, yet fictional, ecological crisis depicted in the book.