‘An intriguing book…an informative resource on the modern papacy. It will certainly satisfy all those who, after watching Conclave, want to learn more about intrigue in the Holy See.’
– The Sunday Times

‘A no-holds-barred account of the Vatican’s covert operations…is revelatory…The Vatican is so secretive that the book becomes a modern history of the Holy See. There is much blood on the carpet.’
– The Observer

‘Vatican Spies has it all; murder, blackmail, betrayal, deceit, treachery, with even priests inside the Vatican acting as double agents – through blackmail because of some sexual misdemeanour or personal greed. There is so much noir here it would have provided John le Carré with rich material for a lengthy second career, had he lived…[Vatican Spies] is a compelling, even compulsive read. This book is, quite literally, unputdownable.’
– The Irish Times

‘Candid [and] wide-ranging…Vatican Spies is a tale of remarkable machinations – ones that apparently continue to the current reign of Pope Francis – and a story rich in betrayals, sacrifices, compromises, “damage control” dirty tricks and even murders.’
– The Independent, ‘December Books of the Month’

‘”Blockbuster” and “rollercoaster” are words commonly associated with novels, but they also apply to this exceptional work of non-fiction…This riveting history of the Vatican encompasses a breathtaking tumult of events, names and scandals.’
– The Scotsman

‘An impressive and rigorous narrative.’
– Le Figaro

‘This book finally reveals the secret service of the Vatican and uncovers some of its most relevant operations.’
– Le Point