"Honigkuckuckskinder" is a captivating children's mystery by Andreas Steinhöfel that addresses significant social issues. The story follows twelve-year-old Lena, who has to move with her mother into the run-down "Hotel Paradies" after losing their apartment. There, Lena befriends Ajoke, a girl from Angola. Together with little Efrem, they set out to find the culprit behind the mysterious thefts in the hotel. The narrative explores not only friendship and solidarity but also the challenges of poverty and prejudice. Steinhöfel succeeds in conveying complex societal questions in a way that is accessible to children while simultaneously telling an exciting crime story. "Honigkuckuckskinder" is an entertaining and educational book that appeals to both young readers and adults.