1636: The Vatican Sanction

In this gripping installment, the Pope seeks to secure his position amidst deadly threats and political intrigue, as seen in 1636: The Vatican Sanction.

In 1636: The Vatican Sanction, spring has arrived in Burgundy, bringing with it vibrant flowers and the cardinals of Pope Urban’s unconventional papacy. As Urban navigates the treacherous political landscape, he finds himself on the run from Borja, a usurper intent on seizing the Vatican. Fortunately, Urban is not alone in this perilous time; he has the support of the resilient West Virginians who were transported back in time during the Ring of Fire disaster. With the help of Cardinal-Protector Larry Mazzare, who brings theological wisdom, and Sharon Nichols, whose medical expertise is invaluable, Urban is determined to uphold his papacy against all odds.

The stakes rise as Urban assembles a new Papal Guard, led by Owen Rowe O’Neill’s Wild Geese, while also receiving assistance from Mike Stearns and the Hibernian Battalion. Their presence proves essential, as Borja’s assassins are not the only threat. A more sinister force lurks in the shadows, led by the lethal Pedro Dolor, who has a history of attempting to eliminate the Pope. Dolor’s intentions are far from sacramental, as he plots a series of cardinal sins that could plunge the church into chaos.

Set against the backdrop of a tumultuous era, 1636: The Vatican Sanction intertwines thrilling action with rich historical detail. The characters are faced with challenges that test their loyalties, beliefs, and courage as they strive to protect the Pope and safeguard the future of the church.