In God’s Name by David Yallop

First published to international controversy, David Yallop’s In God’s Name reopens the mysterious, 1978 death of Pope John Paul I with a reporter’s tenacity and a case-builder’s precision. 
 
Drawing from documents, interviews, and follow-the-money leads, Yallop examines Vatican banking scandals, internal power struggles, and timelines that don’t add up—inviting readers to weigh evidence for themselves. This trade paperback Basic Books edition brings the classic of investigative journalism back into sharp focus for modern readers of true crime and church history. Essential for fans of meticulously sourced exposés and anyone fascinated by the intersections of faith, power, and politics.
 
Perfect for: 
True-crime and investigative journalism readers
History buffs interested in the Vatican & 1970s Europe
Book clubs tackling controversial nonfiction
Researchers collecting major works on Church scandals
Why you’ll love it:
Evidence-driven narrative that reads like a thriller
A cornerstone title in Vatican investigative reporting
Sparks discussion—ideal for clubs and classroom debate
Pairs well with other Vatican banking/Calvi-era histories
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The Vatican Bank and the Mafia by Gianluigi Nuzzi