The Octopus at the Vatican

By Christophe Mercier

Italy 1978, years of lead. The Vatican is laundering money for the mafia. Against all odds, Albino Luciani becomes pope. He will clean up the mess. But Cosa nostra wants him dead and launches a contract against him. The race for survival begins.

Reader reviews of the original French novel "La Pieuvre au Vatican"

If Christ could see it.... February 24, 2022. I found it so captivating that I read The Octopus in the Vatican and Alessa in one sitting. The author takes us into a world far removed from Christian charity. No wonder the Romans have changed the meaning of Vatican license plates ...SCV, from "Santa Citt del Vaticano" to "Se Cristo vedesse" (if Christ could see it...).

Unexpected and exciting. February 17, 2021. A book that plunges us into one of the mysteries of the Vatican, giving it a twist that I like. Well structured, well written, the story is well conducted. An author worth following.

Intriguing. February 27, 2021. Intriguing thriller mixing reality and fiction, which kept me on the edge of my seat from the first pages. And makes you think too. Great book

Captivating book March 29, 2021. A fast-paced and exciting story that can be read in one sitting.

I would have liked more details. July 9, 2021. A very well-written novel, concise to a fault. The plot is credible but would have benefited from having more details, descriptions to feel the ambiance, the times, etc. It is very straightforward so people who don't like reading lengthy novels will love it but if you're Vatican shenanigans buff you'll be left feeling a little hungry. Maybe it is to the author's credit; reading him makes you feel you want more.

Excellent moment of relaxation guaranteed March 6, 2021. Stunning pace in a recent historical plot. Well-portrayed characters, humor that is sometimes scathing. A moment of relaxation "par excellence" while surfing on a fluid style. We look forward to the next book

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0BTGK8D36
• ISBN13: 9798374590524
• Release Date: January 2023
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 194 Pages
• Weight: 0.43 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 5.1" x 7.8"