The Redeemer: A Shanna Regan Murder Mystery

'REPENT BEFORE YOU DIE ... OR MAY YOU NEVER R.I.P.'

Threatening historic markers, vigilante killings, a Jewish community in an English town - what's the link? The clock is ticking to the next murder.

After witnessing a racist incident in a small Hertfordshire town, journalist Shanna Regan uncovers a series of threatening fake commemorative plaques. Each historic marker highlights someone's misdemeanour rather than a good deed.

Delving deeper, Shanna discovers these historic markers are linked to vigilante killings spanning several decades, with ties to the local Jewish community.

As her search for the truth becomes personal, Shanna puts her own life in danger. Can she stop the next murder in time?

The Redeemer is a compelling, thought-provoking murder mystery debut, featuring themes of prejudice, identity and heritage, revenge and redemption, and secrets from the past.

The Redeemer was shortlisted for Best Debut Crime Novel of 2022 in the Crime Fiction Lover Awards. Victoria Goldman was given an honourable mention for The Redeemer in the Capital Crime/DHH Literary Agency New Voices Award 2019.

PRAISE FOR THE REDEEMER

'Faye Kellerman, behold your British counterpart!' - Jewish Journal

'Victoria Goldman has crafted a tense, twisty crime thriller. Highly recommended.' Adam Hamdy

'An enjoyable and intriguing mystery set against the backdrop of a fascinating community - if you're looking for something different in crime fiction, this is well worth your time. Highly recommended!' Susi Holliday

'Gripping, timely and original' Louise Beech

'A fast-paced, refreshingly different and ultimately satisfying murder mystery, featuring fabulous and gutsy protagonist Shanna Regan. I thoroughly enjoyed it.' Louise Voss

'The Redeemer is an engaging mystery with uncommon depth. Suspenseful, nuanced and original, this is crime fiction with real weight - and it comes highly recommended.' Rod Reynolds

'This is a must-read debut from an authentic and assured new voice in crime fiction. With a gripping, original mystery & a fantastic amateur sleuth put it on your 'to read' pile!' Steph Broadribb

'Wow, what a ride! A fabulous piece of crime fiction, with an utterly unique storyline featuring Jewish history, both past and present. The Redeemer is timely, relevant and packed with twists that I didn't see coming. A solid five stars.' JM Hewitt

'Goldman cleverly intertwines the dark secrets held behind the closed doors of suburbia with the tradition and history of a culture seen too infrequently in crime fiction. An engaging and refreshing read!' Marnie Riches

'Victoria Goldman writes beautifully, and her clever plotting and deft characterisation meant I was gripped to the very last page. A highly recommended debut from a writer to watch.' Amy McLellan