First published 1993
Father Michael awakens to discover supernatural powers coursing through him, abilities that defy everything he learned in seminary. The manifestations grow stronger each day, drawing unwanted attention from Church hierarchy and darker forces alike. His Jesuit training provides no answers for the phenomena transforming his body and mind. Ancient biblical prophecies seem to be unfolding around him, while mysterious verses from Nostradamus point toward an approaching confrontation. Religious and secular authorities scramble to understand or control what Michael has become. As his powers intensify, the battle lines form between those who see divine intervention and those who recognize something far more sinister. Michael must navigate the treacherous politics of faith while grappling with abilities that could reshape the world. The struggle becomes a test of belief itself, where the stakes reach beyond personal salvation to the fate of humanity.
Genres: mystery, fantasy, horror, supernatural, thriller
Vibes: atmospheric, dark, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: chosen-one, religious-conflict, supernatural-transformation
Setting: Church
Period: Ancient, Modern
421 pages · Mass Market Paperback · Tor Books