The Secret Cardinal
The Secret Cardinal by Tom Grace, published by Skyhorse Publishing on September 12, 2017, is a reprint edition comprising 300 pages. This fiction thriller follows ex-Navy Seal Nolan Kilkenny, who is called to the Vatican to undertake a secret mission from the dying Pope Leo XIV. Kilkenny’s task is to rescue Yin Daoming, a Chinese religious prisoner who has been a hidden cardinal for two decades, while navigating a complex web of espionage and danger.
Readers will find a narrative that intertwines themes of suspense and espionage as Kilkenny embarks on a perilous journey across multiple countries, including the U.S., China, and Mongolia. The story delves into the challenges he faces, involving various factions such as the C.I.A., the Mafia, and American Special Forces, all while uncovering a hidden atrocity against the underground Church in China. This edition presents a gripping exploration of faith and resilience amid international intrigue.
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Ex-Navy Seal Nolan Kilkenny is still grieving a personal tragedy when he is unexpectedly called to the Vatican, where the dying Pope Leo XIV has a secret mission for him: rescue Chinese religious prisoner Yin Daoming, who—unbeknownst to the rest of the world—has been a secret cardinal for 20 years. Entrusted with the dangerous truth about an unreported atrocity committed against the underground Church in China and its link to the mysterious Yin Daoming, Kilkenny grimly sets out on a complicated journey that will take him from the Vatican to the U.S., China, and Mongolia, and will ultimately involve the C.I.A., the Mafia, Amercian Special Forces, a conclave of cardinals, and the U.S. President.
“Grace builds a suspenseful head of steam as Kilkenny and friends overcome twists and obstacles in a dangerous race against Liu’s forces.” —Publishers Weekly
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