Murder on Good Friday

Set in 1220, the discovery of a murdered child named Alfred in Hexham sparks a wave of chaos and anti-Semitism, as rumors implicate the local Jewish community. Lord Godwin, a disillusioned ex-Crusader, is tasked with preventing a mob from executing the innocent Jews while also seeking the true murderer. As he investigates, Godwin grapples with his own guilt and the quest for redemption, driven by the memory of his fallen friend Aidan. The story intertwines themes of faith, justice, and the search for forgiveness amidst societal turmoil.