The Magdalene Chronicles: Book 1
Publication Date: July 1, 2020
A forbidden secret…
The Church’s fate in the balance…
Will a pair of amateur sleuths expose a truth that could upend the Christian world?
Jesus’ resurrection is a cornerstone of Christian faith. But when a clue surfaces that hints at an alternate account, the ramifications stand to change Christianity forever.
Jesuit priest Michael Dominic’s assignment to the Vatican’s legendary Secret Archives results in his discovery of a hidden papyrus: the unpublished writings of Mary Magdalene — a lost record buried in Rome’s deepest recesses. The forgotten relic’s heretical revelation threatens the Vatican’s very legitimacy, and pits Michael against ruthless and powerful enemies.
Desperate, he reaches out to Hana Sinclair, an investigative reporter with a record of tackling contentious subjects. Together they defy the Church elite, and embark on a search through the shadows of history to unearth the truth. As the pressure builds to silence the pair, will the Vatican resort to the unthinkable in order to safeguard its wealth and power?
Based on historical facts, this international thriller takes readers on a white-knuckle race through the holy sites of Europe. Get your copy of this award-winning tale and discover why Gary McAvoy’s devoted fans say, “I didn’t want this book to end!”
Father Michael Dominic stands out as a classical medievalist, which makes him a strong protagonist in The Magdalene Chronicles.
Author Gary McAvoy delivers the first installment in The Magdalene Deception. Rich with history, this mystery offers a multi-layered thriller full of secrets.
When Father Dominic discovers a hidden secret that threatens the Vatican, he teams up with an investigative reporter, Hana, to find the truth. Along the way, they become embroiled in a quest to find Jewish gold stolen by the Nazis and later connected to the Vatican.
One of the compelling features of the book is an explanation at the end differentiating fact from fiction (or a mixture). This is especially important when handling topics tied to religion.
The Magdalene Deception combines scholarly intrigue with deadly stakes in an entertaining format.
Gary McAvoy is an American novelist known for internationally bestselling thrillers that blend historical intrigue, religious scholarship, and modern suspense. A lifelong researcher of rare manuscripts and Church history, he draws on extensive archival study to craft narratives rooted in authentic detail. His work includes the Vatican Secret Archive Thrillers, the Magdalene Chronicles, and the Vatican Archaeology Thrillers. Before turning to fiction, McAvoy built a distinguished career as an entrepreneur, technology consultant, and collector of historical documents. He now writes full time from the Pacific Northwest, where he continues to explore the shadowed crossroads of faith, power, and history.
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