‘This is in part a story of a notable Prince of the Church, a staunch defender of Vatican authority. It is also a heartbreaking tribute to the children abused within his circle, and both before and during his time of authority—knowledge of which he denies, as is his legal right. But above all, Cardinal introduces new evidence indicating that as engrossing as this account may be, George Pell’s career has not yet taken its final direction.’

Tom Keneally