For Immediate Release
Author Emily Knight is thrilled to announce the release of her debut novel, Redemption, a gripping supernatural historical fiction set during the winter of 1940. This dark yet hopeful tale weaves together themes of trauma, faith, and resilience as young Zachariah Yovanov embarks on a journey of survival and self-discovery in the midst of World War II.
In Redemption, ten-year-old Zachariah’s life is shattered in a single night when his mother is killed by a demon while his father fights in Poland with the Soviet army. Fleeing the deadly creature, Zachariah seeks refuge on the snowy streets of Moscow, where he encounters a mysterious fallen angel named Red. But his night of terror is only the beginning, as Zachariah finds himself haunted by supernatural beings—demons and fallen angels alike—who seem to be drawn to him and his unexplained connection to an ancient cosmic struggle.
As Zachariah is taken into an orphanage and the horrors of war continue to ravage the world around him, he must confront the identity he never knew he had. Battling not only external enemies but also the trauma of his past, he learns that redemption is not just an abstract concept—it’s a painful but necessary journey toward healing, forgiveness, and ultimately, hope.
With elements of supernatural horror, religious imagery, and a compelling redemption arc, Redemption defies genre boundaries. While the novel explores the eerie world of demons and fallen angels, it is also deeply inspirational, highlighting the power of family, faith, and the possibility of change even in the most hopeless of circumstances. Readers who enjoy historical fiction, fantasy, and psychological thrillers alike will find much to appreciate in this evocative, thought-provoking story.
Emily Knight, a native of northwestern Indiana, holds a bachelor’s degree in history and anthropology from Indiana University. When she’s not writing, she enjoys being a mom to her two cats, indulging in her love of coffee, and collecting tattoos. A self-proclaimed fan of redemption arcs, Knight’s personal experiences of loss, growth, and healing have deeply informed her writing journey.
