The Accidental Pope

A Novel

Fiction & Literature, Religious
Cover of the book The Accidental Pope by Ray Flynn, Robin Moore, St. Martin's Press
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: Ray Flynn, Robin Moore ISBN: 9781250090287
Publisher: St. Martin's Press Publication: July 14, 2015
Imprint: St. Martin's Griffin Language: English
Author: Ray Flynn, Robin Moore
ISBN: 9781250090287
Publisher: St. Martin's Press
Publication: July 14, 2015
Imprint: St. Martin's Griffin
Language: English

The former US Ambassador to the Vatican and the bestselling author of The French Connection join forces to write an unforgettable, compelling novel about a humble fisherman who is elected as the next Pope.

Locked in a stalemate after days of voting, the College of Cardinals struggles through the arduous process of electing a new pope after the death of Pope John Paul II. In an effort to break the impasse at the conclave, Brian Comiskey, Cardinal Primate of All Ireland, in a stunning surprise development, withdraws from the race. Explaining his decision, he offers an anecdote about being among a boat load of clerics who were caught in an unexpected storm, then miraculously rescued by his friend Bill Kelly, a former priest and now a Cape Cod fisherman.

The next day at the Sistine Chapel, still undecided about who they should vote for, the Cardinals smile to themselves as they cast what they think are throw-away symbolic votes for Bill Kelly--but no one is laughing when he is elected Pope. Meanwhile, in Massachusetts, Bill Kelly is on his boat at sea when he has a very clear and disturbing revelation: God is once again calling him to serve his Church. Thus begins the reign of the first American Pope.

Written with the style of bestselling novelist Robin Moore and the political brilliance and authority of former U. S. Ambassador Raymond Flynn, The Accidental Pope is not a religious book about politics, nor a political book about religion, but a story that gives insight into the Vatican and the role of the Holy See in world events. The Accidental Pope is a globetrotting tale full of suspense, drama, and humor.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

The former US Ambassador to the Vatican and the bestselling author of The French Connection join forces to write an unforgettable, compelling novel about a humble fisherman who is elected as the next Pope.

Locked in a stalemate after days of voting, the College of Cardinals struggles through the arduous process of electing a new pope after the death of Pope John Paul II. In an effort to break the impasse at the conclave, Brian Comiskey, Cardinal Primate of All Ireland, in a stunning surprise development, withdraws from the race. Explaining his decision, he offers an anecdote about being among a boat load of clerics who were caught in an unexpected storm, then miraculously rescued by his friend Bill Kelly, a former priest and now a Cape Cod fisherman.

The next day at the Sistine Chapel, still undecided about who they should vote for, the Cardinals smile to themselves as they cast what they think are throw-away symbolic votes for Bill Kelly--but no one is laughing when he is elected Pope. Meanwhile, in Massachusetts, Bill Kelly is on his boat at sea when he has a very clear and disturbing revelation: God is once again calling him to serve his Church. Thus begins the reign of the first American Pope.

Written with the style of bestselling novelist Robin Moore and the political brilliance and authority of former U. S. Ambassador Raymond Flynn, The Accidental Pope is not a religious book about politics, nor a political book about religion, but a story that gives insight into the Vatican and the role of the Holy See in world events. The Accidental Pope is a globetrotting tale full of suspense, drama, and humor.

More books from St. Martin's Press

Cover of the book Queen Victoria by Ray Flynn, Robin Moore
Cover of the book Soul of the Fire by Ray Flynn, Robin Moore
Cover of the book The Purest Hook by Ray Flynn, Robin Moore
Cover of the book Into the Water by Ray Flynn, Robin Moore
Cover of the book Stalked by Ray Flynn, Robin Moore
Cover of the book The Earl is Mine by Ray Flynn, Robin Moore
Cover of the book Nobody But You by Ray Flynn, Robin Moore
Cover of the book Justin Bieber by Ray Flynn, Robin Moore
Cover of the book Bobbie Faye's (kinda, sorta, not exactly) Family Jewels by Ray Flynn, Robin Moore
Cover of the book Jason Biggs by Ray Flynn, Robin Moore
Cover of the book Big Blue Wrecking Crew by Ray Flynn, Robin Moore
Cover of the book Kill or Capture by Ray Flynn, Robin Moore
Cover of the book Trophy Son by Ray Flynn, Robin Moore
Cover of the book The Salt Point by Ray Flynn, Robin Moore
Cover of the book Physical Forces by Ray Flynn, Robin Moore
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy