The Sacred Order

"The Sacred Order will leave readers breathless and enlightened." -New York Weekly

"A heart-pounding, mind-bending journey of discovery." -MSN

"Masterful storytelling at its absolute finest." -The American Reporter

While in Vatican City, renowned photorealist Anthony Brunelli is summoned from an art reception honoring his latest masterpiece to an unexpected private audience with Pope Benedict XVI. There, he receives a shocking request: uncover an 800-year-old secret left by Saint Francis of Assisi-a revelation with the power to reshape the very foundations of Christianity.

Brunelli has always known of his family's ancient duty to protect a sacred truth, but never imagined he would be the one chosen to unveil it-let alone at the Pope's command.

Joined by gifted art historian Dr. Vera Valentino, Brunelli follows a trail of hidden clues ingeniously encoded within Renaissance masterpieces. Their investigation uncovers a chilling revelation about Pontius Pilate's secret testament regarding the Virgin Mary-a truth so explosive it threatens to overturn centuries of religious doctrine.

As shadowy forces within the Vatican close in, determined to keep these secrets buried, Brunelli must confront his own wavering faith, ensure his safety, and solve the mysterious disappearance of his father-all while racing to unlock a mystery hidden in plain sight for centuries.

The Sacred Order is an electrifying journey through Renaissance art, ancient beliefs, and dangerous betrayals-where the line between faith and heresy may be drawn in blood.

"The Sacred Order will leave readers breathless and enlightened." -New York Weekly

"A heart-pounding, mind-bending journey of discovery." -MSN

"Masterful storytelling at its absolute finest." -The American Reporter

"When fiction meets reality. This blockbuster thriller demonstrates art imitating life." -Artist Weekly

"Expertly crafted...an intricately woven suspense novel brimming with timeless mystery." -The Book Revue

Roger L. Brooks spent over fourteen years crafting "The Sacred Order and the Mystical Legend of Saint Francis of Assisi," drawing inspiration from his first visit to Assisi in 2004. His deep research into Franciscan history, Renaissance art, and Vatican architecture is evident throughout the novel. Brooks successfully blends his interests in religious history, spiritual philosophy, and thriller storytelling in this debut work. Brooks is an entrepreneur, payments and loyalty executive, podcaster, writing coach, and publisher with a sincere desire to help others by sharing what he has learned as a husband, father, colleague and friend. He has dedicated his life to promoting optimism and kindness, while encouraging personal growth and development through the essence of one's story. Jonathan Davis is a critically acclaimed narrator and voiceover actor. In 2017, Jonathan was inducted into Audible's Narrator Hall of Fame. He has earned accolades for his narration from The New York Times, Publisher's Weekly, American Library Association, Booklist, Audiobook Publishers Association, AudioFile Magazine, and USA Today. Jonathan's work as a narrator includes films and programming for National Geographic Television, National Geographic Channel, VH1, NOVA, Apple News, and PBS.He has narrated over 700 audiobooks, a variety of bestsellers and award-winners for the top publishing houses and national audio divisions, including Penguin Random House Audio, Harper Audio, Hachette Audio, Brilliance Audio, Recorded Books, Blackstone Audio, MacMillan Audio, Simon & Schuster Audio, Podium Audio, and Audible, Inc. He is a three-time recipient and nineteen-time nominee of the celebrated Audie Award, presented by the APA for excellence in audiobook narration/production.He has narrated over forty titles of the Star Wars franchise for Lucasfilm Ltd./ PRH Audio, including several iconic movie tie-ins, has participated with Star Wars Celebration, and has built a significant fan base.Jonathan recorded the audiobook version of 'The Sacred Order and the Mystical Legend of Saint Francis of Assisi' which was released in April 2025.

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