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The Fifth Gospel

Ian Caldwell
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The Fifth Gospel

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2015

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Ian Caldwell

The Fifth Gospel

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2015
Book Details
Pages

448

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Vatican City • 2000s

Publication Year

2015

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Fifth Gospel by Ian Caldwell centers on Father Alex Andreou, a Greek Catholic priest, who investigates the murder of his friend Ugo Nogara while also trying to clear his brother Simon's name. Nogara, who was planning an exhibit on the Shroud of Turin, discovered secrets that challenge the Catholic Church's stance. As Father Alex delves into the gospels, he confronts dangerous truths and a plot that threatens his life and beliefs.

Mysterious

Suspenseful

Informative

Emotional

Challenging

Reviews & Readership

3.9

16,662 ratings

68%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Ian Caldwell's The Fifth Gospel is generally well-received for its meticulous research, rich historical detail, and compelling blend of thriller and religious mystery. However, some readers note that the pacing can be uneven and the narrative occasionally bogged down by dense theological discussions. Overall, it is praised for its intellectual depth and engaging plot.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Fifth Gospel?

Fans of The Da Vinci Code by Dan Brown or Angels & Demons will relish The Fifth Gospel by Ian Caldwell. This novel is perfect for readers captivated by intricate mysteries, theological intrigue, and historical conundrums interwoven with scholarly investigation and suspense.

3.9

16,662 ratings

68%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

448

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Vatican City • 2000s

Publication Year

2015

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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