Eminence

In "Eminence," young priest Luca Rossini endures brutal torture in an Argentine prison before being rescued by the enchanting Isabel. Exiled to Rome, he rises to become a cardinal and a trusted advisor to the pope, navigating the complexities of church politics as a successor is sought during the pontiff's illness. The arrival of Isabel and Rossini's daughter forces him to confront his past and the passionate feelings he left behind, revealing the deep personal and institutional challenges at play. Morris West delivers a gripping narrative that provides insightful reflections on the Catholic Church's inner workings.