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A lost gospel, a relic, and a dying pope's final wish send two brothers - both Vatican priests - on a quest to untangle Christianity's biggest mystery.
2004. As Pope John Paul II's reign enters its twilight, a mysterious exhibit is under construction at the Vatican Museums. A week before it is scheduled to open, its curator is murdered. The same night, a violent break-in rocks the home of the curator's research partner, Father Alex Andreou, a Greek Catholic priest who lives inside the Vatican with his five-year-old son. When the papal police fail to identify a suspect in either crime, Father Alex, desperate to keep his family safe, undertakes his own investigation.
To find the killer he must reconstruct the dead curator's secret: what the four Christian gospels - and a little-known, true-to-life fifth gospel known as the Diatessaron - reveal about the Church's most controversial holy relic. But just as he begins to understand the truth about his friend's death, and its consequences for the future of the world's two largest Christian Churches, Father Alex finds himself hunted down ...
2004. As Pope John Paul II's reign enters its twilight, a mysterious exhibit is under construction at the Vatican Museums. A week before it is scheduled to open, its curator is murdered. The same night, a violent break-in rocks the home of the curator's research partner, Father Alex Andreou, a Greek Catholic priest who lives inside the Vatican with his five-year-old son. When the papal police fail to identify a suspect in either crime, Father Alex, desperate to keep his family safe, undertakes his own investigation.
To find the killer he must reconstruct the dead curator's secret: what the four Christian gospels - and a little-known, true-to-life fifth gospel known as the Diatessaron - reveal about the Church's most controversial holy relic. But just as he begins to understand the truth about his friend's death, and its consequences for the future of the world's two largest Christian Churches, Father Alex finds himself hunted down ...
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"I've waited ten years for Ian Caldwell's follow-up to his mega-bestseller, "The Rule of Four," and the wait was worth it. "The Fifth Gospel" is nothing short of groundbreaking--a literary feast wrapped around an intriguing murder mystery. Caldwell writes with precision and passion as he takes us on an emotional journey deep into the workings of the Vatican and deeper into the hearts and souls of the men and women who have devoted their lives to the Church. "The Fifth Gospel" is a cathedral where skeptics and believers alike may enter and all will leave transformed."--Nelson DeMille
"An amazing achievement: "The Fifth Gospel" is a gripping thriller rich with human drama and forbidden knowledge."--Lev Grossman, author of the Magicians trilogy
"It's been ten years since Ian Caldwell co-wrote "The Rule of Four."" The Fifth Gospel" was more than worth the wait. For those who might compare it to "The Da Vinci Code," don't. This marvelous book stands alone and will become the very high standard for any novel in this genre. Masterfully plotted and extraordinarily researched, and written in a voice that never rings false, "The Fifth Gospel" is that rare story: erudite and a page-turner, literary but compulsively readable. It will change the way you look at organized religion, humanity, and perhaps yourself." --David Baldacci
"An amazing achievement: "The Fifth Gospel "is a gripping thriller rich with human drama and forbidden knowledge." --Lev Grossman, author of the "Magicians" trilogy
""The Fifth Gospel" is nothing short of groundbreaking--a literary feast wrapped around an intriguing murder mystery. Caldwell writes with precision and passion as he takes us on an emotional journey deep into the workings of the Vatican and deeper into the hearts and souls of the men and women who have devoted their lives to the Church. "The Fifth Gospel" is a cathedral where skeptics and believers alike may enter and all will leave transformed." --Nelson DeMille
Praise for The Rule of Four:
"Profoundly erudite . . . The ultimate puzzle-book." "--The New York Times Book Review"
"One part "The Da Vinci Code, " one part "The Name of the Rose" and one part "A Separate Peace" . . . A smart, swift, multitextured tale that both entertains and informs . . . As much a blazingly good yarn as it is an exceptional piece of scholarship." "--San Francisco Chronicle"
It s been ten years since Ian Caldwell co-wrote "The Rule of Four."" The Fifth Gospel" was more than worth the wait. For those who might compare it to "The Da Vinci Code," don t. This marvelous book stands alone and will become the very high standard for any novel in this genre. Masterfully plotted and extraordinarily researched, and written in a voice that never rings false, "The Fifth Gospel" is that rare story: erudite and a page-turner, literary but compulsively readable. It will change the way you look at organized religion, humanity, and perhaps yourself. David Baldacci"
An amazing achievement: "The Fifth Gospel "is a gripping thriller rich with human drama and forbidden knowledge. Lev Grossman, author of the "Magicians" trilogy"
"The Fifth Gospel" is nothing short of groundbreaking a literary feast wrapped around an intriguing murder mystery. Caldwell writes with precision and passion as he takes us on an emotional journey deep into the workings of the Vatican and deeper into the hearts and souls of the men and women who have devoted their lives to the Church. "The Fifth Gospel" is a cathedral where skeptics and believers alike may enter and all will leave transformed. Nelson DeMille"
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"An amazing achievement: "The Fifth Gospel" is a gripping thriller rich with human drama and forbidden knowledge."--Lev Grossman, author of the Magicians trilogy
"It's been ten years since Ian Caldwell co-wrote "The Rule of Four."" The Fifth Gospel" was more than worth the wait. For those who might compare it to "The Da Vinci Code," don't. This marvelous book stands alone and will become the very high standard for any novel in this genre. Masterfully plotted and extraordinarily researched, and written in a voice that never rings false, "The Fifth Gospel" is that rare story: erudite and a page-turner, literary but compulsively readable. It will change the way you look at organized religion, humanity, and perhaps yourself." --David Baldacci
"An amazing achievement: "The Fifth Gospel "is a gripping thriller rich with human drama and forbidden knowledge." --Lev Grossman, author of the "Magicians" trilogy
""The Fifth Gospel" is nothing short of groundbreaking--a literary feast wrapped around an intriguing murder mystery. Caldwell writes with precision and passion as he takes us on an emotional journey deep into the workings of the Vatican and deeper into the hearts and souls of the men and women who have devoted their lives to the Church. "The Fifth Gospel" is a cathedral where skeptics and believers alike may enter and all will leave transformed." --Nelson DeMille
Praise for The Rule of Four:
"Profoundly erudite . . . The ultimate puzzle-book." "--The New York Times Book Review"
"One part "The Da Vinci Code, " one part "The Name of the Rose" and one part "A Separate Peace" . . . A smart, swift, multitextured tale that both entertains and informs . . . As much a blazingly good yarn as it is an exceptional piece of scholarship." "--San Francisco Chronicle"
It s been ten years since Ian Caldwell co-wrote "The Rule of Four."" The Fifth Gospel" was more than worth the wait. For those who might compare it to "The Da Vinci Code," don t. This marvelous book stands alone and will become the very high standard for any novel in this genre. Masterfully plotted and extraordinarily researched, and written in a voice that never rings false, "The Fifth Gospel" is that rare story: erudite and a page-turner, literary but compulsively readable. It will change the way you look at organized religion, humanity, and perhaps yourself. David Baldacci"
An amazing achievement: "The Fifth Gospel "is a gripping thriller rich with human drama and forbidden knowledge. Lev Grossman, author of the "Magicians" trilogy"
"The Fifth Gospel" is nothing short of groundbreaking a literary feast wrapped around an intriguing murder mystery. Caldwell writes with precision and passion as he takes us on an emotional journey deep into the workings of the Vatican and deeper into the hearts and souls of the men and women who have devoted their lives to the Church. "The Fifth Gospel" is a cathedral where skeptics and believers alike may enter and all will leave transformed. Nelson DeMille"
Ian Caldwell is the bestselling co-author of The Rule of Four. He lives in Virginia with his wife and children.
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- Publication date2015
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