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First published to huge acclaim in Spain as El Papa Mago, this is a page-turning race across Europe as the truth behind the 1,000 year old ''talking head''; attributed to Pope Innocent II is sought by conflicting parties. A highly entertaining and fascinating read in the Da Vince Code genre. ''An action-packed spiral of events and intrigue.'' Qué! magazine ''At last, a novel that reconstructs the life of one of the most fascinating men of the year 1000. Montañez proves that the most ferocious guardians of Christian orthodoxy are those closest to heresy.'' Javier Sierra, author of The Secret Supper ''A very well documented novel of emotion, mystery and adventure that mixes legend with reality.'' ABC magazine ''Chapter after chapter one avidly reads with pleasure, wonder and renewed surprise.'' Diario SUR ''Original and action-packed'' La Opinión, USA ''The author submerges us in a enthralling era, masterfully combining a well documented historical base with an agile plot that keeps us on tenterhooks until the last page.'' Revista Ejecutivos

First published to huge acclaim in Spain as El Papa Mago, this is a page-turning race across Europe as the truth behind the 1,000 year old ''talking head''; attributed to Pope Innocent II is sought by conflicting parties. A highly entertaining and fascinating read in the Da Vince Code genre. ''An action-packed spiral of events and intrigue.'' Qué! magazine ''At last, a novel that reconstructs the life of one of the most fascinating men of the year 1000. Montañez proves that the most ferocious guardians of Christian orthodoxy are those closest to heresy.'' Javier Sierra, author of The Secret Supper...  Read More