| Category: | Literary Fiction |
|---|---|
| Author: | Don Tassone |
| Publisher: | Adelaide Books |
| Publication Date: | May 19, 2021 |
| Number of Pages: | 364 |
| ISBN-10: | 1955196443 |
| ISBN-13: | 978-1955196444 |
Francesca: A Novel
by Don Tassone examines a radical theme — the elevation of a female priest into
the papacy. At a time when there is a lot of controversy in the Catholic Church
about ordaining women to the priesthood, the author has crafted a spellbinding,
delightful story about Jessica Simon who becomes Francesca after being elected
the first female pope. It is the year 2055, and the new pope is poised to lead
the Church after the heart of Jesus and following the simplicity of St. Francis
of Assisi, who devoted his life to following the teachings of Jesus. She is
about to create authenticity in the way of following Christ and that doesn't
sit well with some of the powerful people within and outside the Church. As she
is determined to infuse a new Spirit into the Church, there are those who will
do anything to make sure she doesn't succeed. Is she prepared for the inevitable?
Don Tassone is a gifted storyteller who captures the setting
brilliantly in this atmospheric tale. From the moment readers encounter the
heroine, they take a liking to her — and that is right from the very first
page. This woman who speaks with a Missouri drawl and who has a rare sense of
humor will stay with readers long after the last page is turned. She will
remind them of the core values of Jesus and something very essential the Christian
tradition has missed — the very reason of its existence. This is an inspiring story
with strong elements of a finely-wrought thriller. The writing is fluid and the
dialogues transform the story into a pulsating drama that keeps readers on the
edge of their seats. The characters are complex and multidimensional; they are
written with care and are believable. In turns, thrilling and suspenseful, this
boldly imagined and expertly executed story will be a welcome delight to fans
of Christian fiction and thrillers. Francesca:
A Novel by Don Tassone is a real page-turner that is as radical in its
themes as it is subtle in its x-ray of the ills of the catholic institution.
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