The Icon

When young curator Matthew Spear encounters the Holy Mother of Katarini, a sacred icon thought lost to history, he uncovers a connection that draws him into a complex web of deception, power, and history rooted in World War II. As he uncovers the icon’s true significance, Matthew must confront personal and historical mysteries that challenge his beliefs, loyalties, and understanding of faith. This debut novel explores themes of faith, love, and the enduring echoes of the past across continents and decades.