The Penny Killer
Book One of The Roger Viceroy Novels
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In the heart of a quiet town in northern Wisconsin, a secret has lain dormant for decades-a murder driven by hatred, hidden beneath the whispers of history. A grainy video never meant to be seen uncovers the truth, igniting a relentless quest for justice by a serial killer tracking down those responsible for the crime. Vengeance draws closer to the highest corridors of power, with the final confrontation awaiting Governor Kay Spurgeon, forcing the town-and the state-to reckon with the sins they've tried to bury. In a race against time, Detective Roger Viceroy follows the trail of secrets.
2018 American Book Fest American Fiction Awards Finalist
2018 Killer Nashville Silver Falchion Award finalist
Praise for The Penny Killer
"Harms pulls no punches when it comes to portraying the horrors of the narrative, whether detailing the present string of serial murders or the gross racial injustices that blemish the community’s history...Harms has constructed an original and thought-provoking drama of revenge that urges readers to confront the injustices of our shared past. A provocative crime novel that confronts issues of buried racial prejudices."
—Kirkus Reviews
"A must-read crime thriller that is reminiscent of Truman Capote's In Cold Blood...Highly Recommended."
—Bestthrillers.com
"Knit together so well that towards the end of book I was on the edge of my seat."
—Readers' Favorite
"Cleverly plotted and anchored by an inventive and ingenious murder mystery."
—The Book Review Directory
"A gripping, intricately plotted mystery that pulled me in from the first pages and never let go. The Penny Killer is a tense, twist-filled thriller with a wonderfully clever premise."
—Sonya Sargent, Amazon bestselling author of The Last Girl Left
"Dual timelines and a flawlessly paced game of cat and mouse makes for one enthralling crime novel. The Penny Killer is a first-rate thriller."
—Bruce Robert Coffin, award-winning author of the Detective Justice series
"The Penny Killer is a tense, clever thriller that pulls you in and refuses to let go. With a compelling mystery, mounting danger, and twists that keep coming, it’s an addictive read that will have you turning the pages until the gripping conclusion."
—A.M. Strong, bestselling author of Allison Must Die