AFTER THE SUSPICIOUS DEATH of Pope John Paul I, powerful religious, political, and enigmatic factions are working to uncover the truth. A few operatives bold enough to penetrate the Vatican's shadowy inner circle are tasked with investigating what actually happened— and preventing the popular new pontiff from meeting the same fate.
In London, journalist Sarah Monteiro is drawn into the web of international conspiracy, and must reluctantly reunite with the mysterious priest/assassin Rafael and the sinister mastermind known only as JC. But Sarah and Rafael's determination could prove to be their downfall- and could bring about the doom of John Paul II.
Especially if the pair discovers the true power behind the papal throne...