The Confessor (novel)

The Confessor is a 2003 thriller novel written by Daniel Silva. It is the third book in the Gabriel Allon series, following The English Assassin and preceding A Death in Vienna.

The novel focuses on art restorer and spy Gabriel Allon's investigation into the murder of a Vatican priest and the theft of sensitive documents that threaten the stability of the Catholic Church. Allon is drawn into a complex web of intrigue involving secret societies, anti-Semitic groups, and the Vatican's own internal power struggles.

The plot explores themes of faith, corruption, and the historical relationship between the Church and Jewish communities, specifically touching upon the Vatican's actions during World War II. Allon's pursuit leads him across Europe, including Rome, Germany, and Switzerland, as he races to uncover the truth behind the priest's death and the stolen documents.