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Redmond and Haze Mysteries #18
Murder in the Maze
On New Year’s Eve, Professor Frederick Latham—renowned antiquarian and self-professed treasure hunter—gathers friends and rivals at his ancestral home. At midnight, he promises he will soon reveal the discovery that has defined his life’s work. But before the sun rises on the first day of the new decade, Latham is found dead at the heart of his beloved maze. The only a marble statue of the horned god Cernunnos, looming silently over the body.
With whispers of jealousy, ambition, and betrayal echoing through the professor’s circle, Jason and Daniel are drawn into a case where nothing is as it seems. With few clues and too many suspects, they must untangle a web of secrets before the killer vanishes into the shadows and claims the ultimate prize.
With whispers of jealousy, ambition, and betrayal echoing through the professor’s circle, Jason and Daniel are drawn into a case where nothing is as it seems. With few clues and too many suspects, they must untangle a web of secrets before the killer vanishes into the shadows and claims the ultimate prize.
243 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 2, 2026
About the author
Irina Shapiro
145 books1,418 followersTo write a novel was a dream of mine since I was a child. Life, my practical nature, and self-doubt got in the way, so it was decades later that an opportunity to write finally presented itself. I honestly didn't think I had what it takes to write a full-length novel, but once I faced the blank screen and my fingers touched the keyboard, everything disappeared except my characters and their surroundings, and suddenly I knew that this was what I was born to do.
Since then, I've written many books and have enjoyed some positive reviews, but sometimes, when I stop to reflect, I'm still amazed that I'm living my dream.
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Since then, I've written many books and have enjoyed some positive reviews, but sometimes, when I stop to reflect, I'm still amazed that I'm living my dream.
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February 5, 2026
1870 What could Professor Latham be researching to cause his death in the maze at his home. In the morning after a dinner party where he was to make an important announcement. Redmond and Haze investigate.
An entertaining and well-written historical mystery with its likeable characters. Another good addition to this enjoyable series.
An entertaining and well-written historical mystery with its likeable characters. Another good addition to this enjoyable series.
February 6, 2026
Is this the end?
Having read the entire Redmond and Haze series, I was really looking forward to this book. I enjoyed it as much as I hoped I would. I really liked the ending, but it sounds like it really is the end. No more Redmond and Haze? If so, I will really miss them.
Having read the entire Redmond and Haze series, I was really looking forward to this book. I enjoyed it as much as I hoped I would. I really liked the ending, but it sounds like it really is the end. No more Redmond and Haze? If so, I will really miss them.
August 25, 2026
18 seriously mediocre books
February 18, 2026
Murder, false leads, and suspects galore
I loved, loved this installment of the historical whodunit series staring Captain/Dr. Jason Redmond and Inspector Daniel Haze. Like the other books in the series, it had a layered storyline, an intriguing mystery, surprising plot twists, and suspense. Once again this author has woven history beautifully with an intriguing murder mystery. I always find myself looking up references to the historical past - wait who were the murdered princes, who was queen in 1870 - while trying to parse through the clues. I was right there with Jason and Daniel trying to figure out who the murderer was as they followed clues and interviewed witnesses and potential suspects. Captain Jason Redmond is an American surgeon who inherited his British grandfather’s estate and title. Daniel Haze is a detective inspector for Scotland Yard. Both men live in London with their wives and children. Jason and Daniel are good friends and their different approaches often complement each other while they are solving cases together. In this book, they are attempting to solve the case of a historian/professor who was murder in the maze at his estate. The investigation into the murder leads Daniel and Jason in surprising directions complete with dead ends, plot twists, secrets, and surprising revelations. In this case their investigative paths, which usually run parallel to each other, seemed to diverge more than usual for reasons. As always, there are smaller side personal story arcs and social commentary which enrich and give greater dimension to the main plot line and the characters. I especially loved the references in this one to Inspector Bell from the Tate and Bell series. I love this series and these characters and am excited about what will happen next for them with things changing.
I loved, loved this installment of the historical whodunit series staring Captain/Dr. Jason Redmond and Inspector Daniel Haze. Like the other books in the series, it had a layered storyline, an intriguing mystery, surprising plot twists, and suspense. Once again this author has woven history beautifully with an intriguing murder mystery. I always find myself looking up references to the historical past - wait who were the murdered princes, who was queen in 1870 - while trying to parse through the clues. I was right there with Jason and Daniel trying to figure out who the murderer was as they followed clues and interviewed witnesses and potential suspects. Captain Jason Redmond is an American surgeon who inherited his British grandfather’s estate and title. Daniel Haze is a detective inspector for Scotland Yard. Both men live in London with their wives and children. Jason and Daniel are good friends and their different approaches often complement each other while they are solving cases together. In this book, they are attempting to solve the case of a historian/professor who was murder in the maze at his estate. The investigation into the murder leads Daniel and Jason in surprising directions complete with dead ends, plot twists, secrets, and surprising revelations. In this case their investigative paths, which usually run parallel to each other, seemed to diverge more than usual for reasons. As always, there are smaller side personal story arcs and social commentary which enrich and give greater dimension to the main plot line and the characters. I especially loved the references in this one to Inspector Bell from the Tate and Bell series. I love this series and these characters and am excited about what will happen next for them with things changing.
February 10, 2026
Another Solid Read
I love Irina Shapiro’s Redmond and Haze series, and Murder in the Maze was another strong addition. The mystery itself kept me engaged, and having the murders take place in the maze added a darker, more unsettling edge to the story.
But honestly, what keeps me coming back to this series is the relationship between Redmond and Haze. There’s something about their dynamic that just makes me go hmm. It’s not flashy or dramatic — it’s subtle, layered, and sometimes a little complicated, and I find myself paying as much attention to their interactions as I do the case.
I flew through this book and enjoyed it a lot. It’s not quite a full five stars for me — a few moments felt a bit rushed — but overall it felt comfortable in the way returning to familiar characters should, while still giving me something to think about.
If you already enjoy Redmond and Haze, this one fits right in and delivers exactly what I’m always hoping for from this series.
I love Irina Shapiro’s Redmond and Haze series, and Murder in the Maze was another strong addition. The mystery itself kept me engaged, and having the murders take place in the maze added a darker, more unsettling edge to the story.
But honestly, what keeps me coming back to this series is the relationship between Redmond and Haze. There’s something about their dynamic that just makes me go hmm. It’s not flashy or dramatic — it’s subtle, layered, and sometimes a little complicated, and I find myself paying as much attention to their interactions as I do the case.
I flew through this book and enjoyed it a lot. It’s not quite a full five stars for me — a few moments felt a bit rushed — but overall it felt comfortable in the way returning to familiar characters should, while still giving me something to think about.
If you already enjoy Redmond and Haze, this one fits right in and delivers exactly what I’m always hoping for from this series.
May 2, 2026
The body of antiquarian Frederick Latham was found at the foot of his favorite statue of the Celtic god Cernunnos in the middle of his beloved maze. Superintendent Ransome and the powers that ruled him thought it prudent that Dr. Jason Redmond and Inspector Daniel Haze, friends who know how to keep mum when instructed, were just the ones for the case. There were 12 suspects as there were the same ones who were present as dinner guests of Prof. Latham at his impressive home, Blackthorne Abbey. For years, Latham had been searching for historical treasures until the night of the dinner party when he made an announcement of a find that tragically he would not be able to divulge as he was dead the following morning. The Crown thought it had something to do with an historical claim to the Throne as Latham was later known to be researching the death of the two Princes in the Tower (1483) and not searching for King John's 1216 Treasure Train purported to have been swallowed by the marshes and quicksands, after all; hence the needed discretion from Jason and Daniel. Then Latham's Research Assistant was also murdered. This is a hunt that concentrated on the 12 dinner guests as suspects. What if both deaths had nothing to do with the Crown but with Coin? or Con? or both?
April 16, 2026
3.5 stars.
This one was ok. A professor of antiquities was murdered in his own maze after announcing he made a big discovery to his family, friends and colleagues during a New Year's gathering. Redmond was called back by Ransome to help Haze with the case. Redmond had been on leave taking care of his premature son and recovering from having his hand broken during a fight in the previous book.
There was a couple that I didn't like right from the start, so I was happy when they turned out to be the bad guys. LOL!
I am slightly perturbed with what happened in the last couple of chapters though. Hopefully it's only a new direction for the series and not the end?
This one was ok. A professor of antiquities was murdered in his own maze after announcing he made a big discovery to his family, friends and colleagues during a New Year's gathering. Redmond was called back by Ransome to help Haze with the case. Redmond had been on leave taking care of his premature son and recovering from having his hand broken during a fight in the previous book.
There was a couple that I didn't like right from the start, so I was happy when they turned out to be the bad guys. LOL!
I am slightly perturbed with what happened in the last couple of chapters though. Hopefully it's only a new direction for the series and not the end?
February 5, 2026
Irina Shapiro is one of my favorite authors I have read and enjoyed several of her series
Irina Shapiro is one of my favorite authors and I have read and enjoyed several of her series. Redmond and Haze is my favorite. I hope the zeroes continues for a long time. I also like the little nuggets Ms. Shapiro puts in that link the separate series through time. This time it's Mr. & Mrs. Quince from the Tate & Bell series. If I remember correctly Daniel was a young constable in an early Tate & Bell book. I like finding those little things. I can't wait for the next book.
Irina Shapiro is one of my favorite authors and I have read and enjoyed several of her series. Redmond and Haze is my favorite. I hope the zeroes continues for a long time. I also like the little nuggets Ms. Shapiro puts in that link the separate series through time. This time it's Mr. & Mrs. Quince from the Tate & Bell series. If I remember correctly Daniel was a young constable in an early Tate & Bell book. I like finding those little things. I can't wait for the next book.
February 10, 2026
Hidden in any country's history are dangerous secrets.
Like all of the books in this series, it was hard to put down. Redmond and Haze both are beginning to feel the weight of family life and are a bit more concerned about potential danger. The murder of the professor in the maze starts the duo on a trip down 400 year old English history. The clues are elusive and the ending exciting.
Like all of the books in this series, it was hard to put down. Redmond and Haze both are beginning to feel the weight of family life and are a bit more concerned about potential danger. The murder of the professor in the maze starts the duo on a trip down 400 year old English history. The clues are elusive and the ending exciting.
February 13, 2026
Thought provoking!
I always come away with more knowledge after reading this series. The British monarchy is fascinating; especially the early years. Redmond and Haze have the best dynamics for 2 men with different backgrounds, history and intellect. They work off each other’s strengths in solving the mysteries with their own type of justice. This series is filled with mystery, friendship, love and fascination.
Rena F.
I always come away with more knowledge after reading this series. The British monarchy is fascinating; especially the early years. Redmond and Haze have the best dynamics for 2 men with different backgrounds, history and intellect. They work off each other’s strengths in solving the mysteries with their own type of justice. This series is filled with mystery, friendship, love and fascination.
Rena F.
April 12, 2026
This one was obvious, who is the only new person to benefit? The why was not obvious but made sense at the end.
Honestly, boring! Alluding throughout the whole book it's due to something ancient discovered in the past but that whole bit is just filler.
The worst part is the search for this ancient discovery is most of the book. So if you took out this useless plot, there wouldn't be a book. It'd be three pages and the ending.
Honestly, boring! Alluding throughout the whole book it's due to something ancient discovered in the past but that whole bit is just filler.
The worst part is the search for this ancient discovery is most of the book. So if you took out this useless plot, there wouldn't be a book. It'd be three pages and the ending.
April 25, 2026
History Intertwined with a Mystery
Once again Jason and Haze must find the reason for two murders. But exposing the reason behind those murders might cause grave danger to the stability of the government of England. While Haze frowned upon the idea of the danger to the monarchy, he forced himself to investigate while being kept in the dark.
This has been an excellent series, but I wished there had been more growth for Daniel as a detective.
Once again Jason and Haze must find the reason for two murders. But exposing the reason behind those murders might cause grave danger to the stability of the government of England. While Haze frowned upon the idea of the danger to the monarchy, he forced himself to investigate while being kept in the dark.
This has been an excellent series, but I wished there had been more growth for Daniel as a detective.
July 16, 2026
This series has run out of steam, and it seems that the author has realized this and this would be the last book in the series. The culprit was quite evident early on, I don't know why Jason or Daniel did not even question their story.
I feel that in some sense the author has created an imbalance between the two protagonists - Daniel is too naive to be a detective inspector, and Jason is too good at everything.
I feel that in some sense the author has created an imbalance between the two protagonists - Daniel is too naive to be a detective inspector, and Jason is too good at everything.
February 4, 2026
Wow!
Terrific series but this one is very different in the murder, investigation, and the final outcome. Murder is solved BUT additional ideas and decisions are made that concern the future of both Redmond and Haze! Read carefully or you will miss important concepts! I am a history buff but learned new information about England's royal families! Excellent book!
Terrific series but this one is very different in the murder, investigation, and the final outcome. Murder is solved BUT additional ideas and decisions are made that concern the future of both Redmond and Haze! Read carefully or you will miss important concepts! I am a history buff but learned new information about England's royal families! Excellent book!
February 9, 2026
Redmond and Haze fitting closure
I thought this historical detective suspense very well written. I would imagine that this is the last of Redmond and Haze since Lord Redmond had accepted his promotion. It’s interesting how they had such different mindset and yet got along so well.
I thought this historical detective suspense very well written. I would imagine that this is the last of Redmond and Haze since Lord Redmond had accepted his promotion. It’s interesting how they had such different mindset and yet got along so well.
February 18, 2026
Avid Reader
I have finally caught up with all the Redmond and Haze novels. Being murdered in a maze sounds interesting unless you're the one being murdered. The professor's announcement set a chain of events in motion that led Jason to a promotion to superintendent and Daniel to detective inspector. New characters were added. Redmond and Haze will add a new police surgeon.
I have finally caught up with all the Redmond and Haze novels. Being murdered in a maze sounds interesting unless you're the one being murdered. The professor's announcement set a chain of events in motion that led Jason to a promotion to superintendent and Daniel to detective inspector. New characters were added. Redmond and Haze will add a new police surgeon.
September 7, 2026
I have loved this series, it has been one of the best I have read for a long time, with each book being a little gem, and the whole series was superb.
I am devastated that I have got to the end, and hope that Irina Shapiro will write some more.
I fully intend to read all her other works, as I have enjoyed this series so much.
I am devastated that I have got to the end, and hope that Irina Shapiro will write some more.
I fully intend to read all her other works, as I have enjoyed this series so much.
September 13, 2026
Interesting
As always, Redman and Hayes are at it again, commissioned to solve a murder that turns turn into multiple murders. Suspect with motive were few. I suspected one of the villains earlier on, but did not suspect the conspiracy that went along with it. Well worth the read. Narration is good. Looking forward to the upcoming changes as the series continues.
As always, Redman and Hayes are at it again, commissioned to solve a murder that turns turn into multiple murders. Suspect with motive were few. I suspected one of the villains earlier on, but did not suspect the conspiracy that went along with it. Well worth the read. Narration is good. Looking forward to the upcoming changes as the series continues.
September 15, 2026
Another excellent book in this great series. Professor Latham holds a New Years Eve dinner and announces to the assembled guests that he has made a momentous discovery but he won’t say what it is. The next morning he is found dead in the maze on his property. Was he killed because of his discovery….or for some other reason?
February 10, 2026
Fantastic series
Redmond and Haze are two of my favourite characters. I like how both men being something different to each investigation. Now with their change of jobs I can see more excitement to come. Can’t wait.
Redmond and Haze are two of my favourite characters. I like how both men being something different to each investigation. Now with their change of jobs I can see more excitement to come. Can’t wait.
February 21, 2026
Love these books!
I always look forward to the new case with Redmond and Haze. I love this time in the century where many new discoveries were taking place. These two individuals work well together. Please continue writing them.
I always look forward to the new case with Redmond and Haze. I love this time in the century where many new discoveries were taking place. These two individuals work well together. Please continue writing them.
February 25, 2026
another winner!
Fast paced, suspense filled, murder mystery to challenge our favorite detectives, Redmond and Haze. Well written, interesting story line and a not-so-unexpected decision at its’ conclusion. Hoping there’ll be more of Redmond * haze to come!
Fast paced, suspense filled, murder mystery to challenge our favorite detectives, Redmond and Haze. Well written, interesting story line and a not-so-unexpected decision at its’ conclusion. Hoping there’ll be more of Redmond * haze to come!
February 26, 2026
brilliant as always
The Redmond and Haze mysteries never fail to delight the reader. I love the history of the books and it brings to awareness the ways Victorian police had so few tools to use to aid their investigations.
The Redmond and Haze mysteries never fail to delight the reader. I love the history of the books and it brings to awareness the ways Victorian police had so few tools to use to aid their investigations.
March 20, 2026
I loved these characters. They balanced each other out. I loved how their lives changed and evolved over time. They had struggles and triumphs. I hope someday these characters will be resurrected in the future. Thank you for all their adventures.
April 18, 2026
My least favourite of the series so far, mainly because I twigged the bad guy as soon as I met them. I feel like the Redmond and Haze relationship has gone a bit stale, hopefully the next book will give it a better dynamic. Still enjoyable though. I'm quite attached to this little world.
June 9, 2026
Murder in the Maze
A satisfying conclusion to the series. A mystery with many possible solutions and a delightful twist. If this is the final case for Redmond and Haze then it ends on a high for both men.
A satisfying conclusion to the series. A mystery with many possible solutions and a delightful twist. If this is the final case for Redmond and Haze then it ends on a high for both men.
June 30, 2026
Best One in the Series Yet!
I got really hooked on this one. The mystery are really cool when history is woven in and it's fun to see how much the characters have grown. If the author stops here, I'll be fine, but I'll miss Jason Redmond...
Christa
I got really hooked on this one. The mystery are really cool when history is woven in and it's fun to see how much the characters have grown. If the author stops here, I'll be fine, but I'll miss Jason Redmond...
Christa
August 15, 2026
Intriguing story
This is an intriguing story of murder and English history. The princes in the tower story has always interested me and to include it in murder mystery was rewarding. BTW this was the first R&H story that I worked out the murderer before the end of the story. 🥳
This is an intriguing story of murder and English history. The princes in the tower story has always interested me and to include it in murder mystery was rewarding. BTW this was the first R&H story that I worked out the murderer before the end of the story. 🥳
August 26, 2026
Chasing past History
Another enthralling story by this Author, who has obviously delved into the early history of England. It really does grip your imagination , and makes you want to delve in early history of England
Another enthralling story by this Author, who has obviously delved into the early history of England. It really does grip your imagination , and makes you want to delve in early history of England
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