Brother John's Holiday

About the Book

"Brother John an ex-policeman turned Carmelite monk finds himself caught up in a search for a missing Italian aristocrat. The colourful procession of characters from the Byzantine past and the Vatican bring out the enduring strengths of tradition and religious faith and gives the reader an insight into the world of icons and precious relics as well as an exciting chase by yacht in stormy weather in American waters. The action takes place in Rome and the waters around New York but is set against the history of Constantinople and Armenia. The historical facts presented are accurate."

About the Author

The author, who was born in London, spent thirty two years as a diplomat. He also served for three years in the R.A.F. and has travelled widely. His two degrees from London University were obtained externally. Married to a busy teacher of the English language, they have modest homes in the UK and Australia. He enjoys walking and a bit of sailing a well as some voluntary work with the NHS. This is his third full-lenght book