Conflict and conspiracy, designed to destroy the Catholic church.
Ex-priest Juan Uriarte is on trial in a London courtroom.
He has been charged with involvement in terrorist activities.
Uriarte is cleared of all accusations.
Kate Ramsey, a young journalist, who covered the trial, is determined to find the truth about Uriarte's work as an advocate for the poor, the suffering, and the Aids victims in Africa.
Kate travels with him to Africa to personally report on his work as a journalist.
"The Death of the Pope" is a theological thriller driven by compassion, conflict, betrayal, and romance.
In a series of plot twists Piers Paul Reid builds an intense story around terrorism, blackmail, and the threat of mass murder.
Kate Ramsey finds herself involved in an international conspiracy to demoralize the papacy and bring upheaval to the Catholic Church.
The story is taut with tension throughout.
The emotional conflict and suspense as Kate and Uriarte are driven toward an unexpected conclusion is intense.
Read has crafted colorful, strong characters who are both diverse and genuine.
The stimulating dialog expose the reader to exciting, behind the scenes, drama and provide interesting insight into the conflict being experienced within the Catholic Church, their rigid adherence to traditions, their system of belief, and the power of the Pope.
Read's writing is fresh, rewarding entertainment.
Read is a gifted storyteller and has established himself as an award winning author.
"The Death of the Pope" is sure to become another best selling, Award winning work for Piers Paul Read.
Ignatius Press, 978-1586172954
Ex-priest Juan Uriarte is on trial in a London courtroom.
He has been charged with involvement in terrorist activities.
Uriarte is cleared of all accusations.
Kate Ramsey, a young journalist, who covered the trial, is determined to find the truth about Uriarte's work as an advocate for the poor, the suffering, and the Aids victims in Africa.
Kate travels with him to Africa to personally report on his work as a journalist.
"The Death of the Pope" is a theological thriller driven by compassion, conflict, betrayal, and romance.
In a series of plot twists Piers Paul Reid builds an intense story around terrorism, blackmail, and the threat of mass murder.
Kate Ramsey finds herself involved in an international conspiracy to demoralize the papacy and bring upheaval to the Catholic Church.
The story is taut with tension throughout.
The emotional conflict and suspense as Kate and Uriarte are driven toward an unexpected conclusion is intense.
Read has crafted colorful, strong characters who are both diverse and genuine.
The stimulating dialog expose the reader to exciting, behind the scenes, drama and provide interesting insight into the conflict being experienced within the Catholic Church, their rigid adherence to traditions, their system of belief, and the power of the Pope.
Read's writing is fresh, rewarding entertainment.
Read is a gifted storyteller and has established himself as an award winning author.
"The Death of the Pope" is sure to become another best selling, Award winning work for Piers Paul Read.
Ignatius Press, 978-1586172954