Der Alp

Set in 1300s Germany, "Der Alp" follows Katerina as she mourns the loss of her mother following the Black Death. Her grief is pierced by the mysterious appearance of a black butterfly at her mother's grave, prompting questions about whether her mother has returned or if something more sinister is at play. Inspired by German folklore, the story explores themes of loss and the supernatural in a haunting and evocative narrative.