Archbishop: A novel

"Archbishop: A Novel" by Guinness, Michele, published by Hodder & Stoughton. Product DescriptionIn a shock move for the Church of England, a female Archbishop of Canterbury is appointed. What happens when the stained glass ceiling is shattered? Five years from now, the Church of England is on its knees. Yet one woman is making a difference, and when she is appointed Archbishop of Canterbury, anything could happen. Vicky Burnham-Woods is a master of diplomacy, and deeply committed to bringing the church back into the heart of community and cultural life—but not everyone wants a woman at the top, and behind the scenes dark forces are moving. Can the first ever female Archbishop of Canterbury last long enough to achieve her mission?ReviewI love how Michele brings history into the story of the church and weaves it into fiction. There's also intrigue, it shows the church in all its messiness and political maneuvering and grassroots humanity. I thought she was fantastic in portraying our church story in an accessible and interesting way. It comes to a fascinating end. It is possible, it will happen.'' Rev'd Ruth ScottIn conversation with Clare Balding on BBC Radio 2 Sunday― Rev'd Ruth Scott , BBC Radio 2 A lengthy and lively read.―Magnet Magazine A novel about the appointment of the Church of England's first female archbishop is bound to cause a stir. And even more so when it's published bang in the middle of the Church of England's General Synod.―The Kentish Gazette A touch of intrigue and Michele's inimitable sense of humour ... a book which is difficult to put down.― Anne Shakeshaft , Woman Alive Another great read from Michele Guinness; this book tells the story of the first female Archbishop of Canterbury. Set a few years in the future, it charts Vicky's progress from aspiring vicar to being offered the top job in the Church of England. Add to this a touch of intrigue and Michele's inimitable sense of humour and you have a book which is difficult to put down.― Pam Teal , Woman Alive As a history of the Church of England in the last 30 years, Archbishop has its points and would be a thought provoking choice for a book club wanting to discuss the nature of fiction.― Jackie Wilkin , WI Life Guinness gets the Church of England and portrays it very well . . . So full marks to Guinness on research. Few could have done it better . . . The plot is great― Jo Ind , Third Way Guinness melds her skill as a journalist and a storyteller to good effect, producing something of a thriller... From the dramatic opening paragraph it hooked me... Throughly enjoyable― Clem Jackson , Together Magazine If you read only one novel this year, make it Archbishop. It has intrigue, social comment, complex characters, and a plot that builds through the use of flashbacks ... It is a brilliant take on what British society could look like in the future ... One not to miss.―Christianity Magazine Michele Guinness has an important and relevant story to tell― Peggy Woodford , The Church Times Book details: published 2014. Order now on BookShops.in with fast, reliable delivery across India.