Monk

An ancient secret. A deadly conspiracy. Early in its history, the Roman Catholic Church established a secret sect of elite spies and killers tasked with protecting the Church, its secrets, and its treasures – known as the MK. Members of the MK are, to this day, contemplative monks highly trained in mystical practises, spying and assassination. They do whatever the Church demands. Raphael Ward, the most accomplished member of the MK, is charged with the most important mission of his life - recovering the real Turin Shroud, secretly stolen from the Church by the Nazis during World War II. It is a mission that forces Raphael to engage with the world's darkest, most violent underbelly, and to question the very faith that has driven and sustained him for so long. When he discovers the shocking truth about the Shroud, Raphael Ward is faced with a decision that could change the Church – perhaps, even the world – forever.Monk is a compelling, clever and page-turning thriller in the best traditions of Dan Brown and Michael Byrnes. What readers are saying about Monk: "A great story which keeps the excitement and tension running throughout." "A very easy read, thrilling and intellectual." "Gripping, exhilarating and really brings out the best of your imagination"