Vatican Knights Series by Rick Jones
The Vatican Knights series by Rick Jones is a thrilling collection of action-packed novels. It follows an elite group of operatives working for the Vatican, led by the enigmatic Kimball Hayden. These books combine espionage, religious intrigue, and high-stakes missions, making them a must-read for fans of fast-paced thrillers.
Publication Order of Vatican Knights Books
- Vatican Knights (2012)
- Shepherd One (2012)
- The Iscariot Agenda (2012)
- Pandora’s Ark (2012)
- The Bridge of Bones (2014)
- Crosses to Bear (2014)
- The Lost Cathedral (2015)
- Dark Advent (2016)
- Cabal (2016)
- The Golgotha Pursuit (2016)
- Targeted Killing (2016)
- Sinners and Saints (2017)
- The Barbed Crown (2017)
- The Devil’s Magician (2018)
- The Nocturnal Saints (2018)
- The Brimstone Diaries (2018)
- Juggernaut (2019)
- Original Sins (2019)
- In Between God and Devil (2020)
- The Sinai Directive (2020)
- The Barabbas Connection (2020)
- The Eye of Moses (2020)
- The Crimson Dagger (2020)
- The Goliath Chamber (2021)
- The Vladorian Keep (2021)
- The Baal Manifesto (2021)
- Archangel (2022)
- The Venetian Code (2022)
- The Necrology Report (2023)
- The Herod Conspiracy (2023)
- The Devil’s Protege (2023)
- The Black Monk (2024)
1. Vatican Knights (2012)
Pope Pius XIII is kidnapped by a terrorist group, the Soldiers of Islam, during his visit to the United States. The Vatican Knights, an elite group of operatives, are dispatched to rescue him. FBI Specialist Shari Cohen joins forces with the Knights, uncovering a conspiracy that reaches the highest levels of the U.S. government. This gripping debut sets the stage for the series with its high-stakes action and intricate plotting.
2. Shepherd One (2012)
The papal plane, Shepherd One, is hijacked by a terrorist group carrying a nuclear payload. Their demand? The assassination of five Mossad leaders. Kimball Hayden, the leader of the Vatican Knights, must use his unique skills to retake the plane and neutralize the threat before thousands of lives, including the pope’s, are lost.
3. The Iscariot Agenda (2012)
Kimball Hayden faces a deadly assassin from his past, a soldier faster, stronger, and more brutal than anyone he has encountered. As the assassin targets Kimball’s former team, the Force Elite, Kimball must confront his own demons and stop the killer before the Vatican becomes the next target.
4. Pandora’s Ark (2012)
A terrorist group uses advanced nanotechnology to create self-replicating microbots capable of destroying everything in their path. Using the Ark of the Covenant as a Trojan Horse, they target the Vatican. Kimball and his team must stop this invisible and deadly enemy before Rome is annihilated.
5. The Bridge of Bones (2014)
Shari Cohen’s children are kidnapped by a Croatian human-trafficking cartel. Desperate, she calls on the Vatican Knights for help. Kimball Hayden faces a ruthless adversary in a high-stakes rescue mission that tests the limits of his team’s strength and resolve.
6. Crosses to Bear (2014)
Kimball, presumed dead, lives in hiding until a terrorist threat forces him back into action. A deadly strain of a virus is stolen, and a small town is wiped out. Kimball must protect the Vatican from annihilation while battling his own inner struggles.
7. The Lost Cathedral (2015)
A papal airliner crashes in the Brazilian jungle, and years later, survivors begin to reappear in Vatican City. Kimball investigates a conspiracy involving a hidden cathedral in the jungle and dark secrets about the pope’s past. The mission takes him to a place of ancient evil and danger.
8. Dark Advent (2016)
This prequel explores Kimball Hayden’s origins, revealing how he became the Vatican’s most formidable operative. It’s a gripping tale of loss, vengeance, and redemption, showing the events that shaped him into the man he is today.
9. Cabal (2016)
Kimball and his team must protect a group of orphans from ISIS militants while also defending the Vatican from an impending attack. The stakes are higher than ever as Kimball faces impossible choices to save lives.
10. The Golgotha Pursuit (2016)
The True Cross, one of the holiest relics, is stolen by terrorists planning a devastating attack on Europe and the United States. The Vatican Knights must recover the artifact before it is used to fund weapons capable of mass destruction.
11. Targeted Killing (2016)
Kimball Hayden becomes the target of a CIA liquidation squad after being framed for the assassination of a U.S. senator. As the Vatican Knights race to protect him, Kimball must uncover the truth behind the conspiracy and fight for his survival.
12. Sinners and Saints (2017)
Kimball is tasked with escorting a mysterious guest from Zurich to Rome by train. Along the way, he becomes entangled in a deadly operation involving a stolen product from CERN and a pariah regime. The mission forces him to choose between salvation and damnation.
13. The Barbed Crown (2017)
Set during World War II, this book explores the origins of the Vatican Knights. A young Jewish woman and an SS guard form an unlikely alliance in Auschwitz, laying the groundwork for the creation of the elite team.
14. The Devil’s Magician (2018)
When a cardinal is taken hostage by ISIS in Damascus, the Vatican Knights are dispatched to rescue him. After being ambushed, Kimball Hayden is called back to duty to save his team and uncover the truth behind the betrayal.
15. The Nocturnal Saints (2018)
Three priests are murdered in Washington, D.C., by a shadowy group called the Nocturnal Saints. Kimball and the Vatican Knights must stop the group before they target the pope himself. The investigation leads to shocking revelations about the Church’s past.
16. The Brimstone Diaries (2018)
A sacred tome written by Saint Peter is stolen from the Vatican’s secret archives. Kimball and his team must recover the artifact before it falls into the wrong hands and unleashes chaos on the world.
17. Juggernaut (2019)
Kimball faces a powerful adversary known as the Juggernaut, a man with unparalleled strength and brutality. As the Vatican Knights confront this unstoppable force, they uncover a conspiracy that threatens global stability.
18. Original Sins (2019)
Kimball investigates a series of murders connected to a secret society within the Vatican. The case forces him to confront his own sins and question his loyalty to the Church.
19. In Between God and Devil (2020)
Kimball is caught in a battle between two powerful forces, one representing good and the other evil. The mission tests his faith and pushes him to his limits as he fights to protect the Vatican.
20. The Sinai Directive (2020)
A deadly artifact is discovered in the Sinai Desert, and Kimball must retrieve it before it falls into the hands of a terrorist group. The mission takes him to the heart of the Middle East, where danger lurks at every turn.
21. The Barabbas Connection (2020)
Kimball uncovers a plot to assassinate world leaders during a global summit. The Vatican Knights must act quickly to prevent a catastrophe that could change the course of history.
22. The Eye of Moses (2020)
An ancient relic with mysterious powers is stolen from a monastery. Kimball and his team must recover it before it is used to unleash destruction on an unimaginable scale.
23. The Crimson Dagger (2020)
Kimball faces a deadly assassin known as the Crimson Dagger. As the Vatican Knights race to stop him, they uncover a conspiracy that threatens the Church’s very existence.
24. The Goliath Chamber (2021)
A secret chamber beneath the Vatican holds a powerful weapon. When it is stolen, Kimball must retrieve it before it is used to bring about global chaos.
25. The Vladorian Keep (2021)
Kimball investigates a mysterious fortress in Eastern Europe, uncovering dark secrets and a plot to overthrow the Vatican.
26. The Baal Manifesto (2021)
A manifesto written by an ancient cult surfaces, threatening to destabilize the Church. Kimball and his team must stop the cult before their plans come to fruition.
27. Archangel (2022)
Kimball faces a rogue operative known as the Archangel, who seeks to destroy the Vatican from within. The mission tests Kimball’s loyalty and resolve.
28. The Venetian Code (2022)
A code hidden in a Venetian painting leads to a deadly treasure hunt. Kimball must solve the mystery before it’s too late.
29. The Necrology Report (2023)
A report detailing the deaths of key Vatican officials is leaked. Kimball must uncover the source of the leak and prevent further assassinations.
30. The Herod Conspiracy (2023)
A plot to assassinate the pope is uncovered, and Kimball must act quickly to protect the Vatican from a devastating attack.
31. The Devil’s Protege (2023)
Kimball Hayden faces a new adversary who is as skilled and dangerous as he is. This protege of evil has been trained to dismantle everything Kimball stands for. As the Vatican Knights race to stop a global catastrophe, Kimball must confront his own dark past to defeat this formidable enemy.
32. The Black Monk (2024)
In this chilling installment, the Vatican Knights investigate a mysterious sect known as the Black Monks. Their rituals and secrets threaten to unleash chaos on the Vatican and the world. Kimball Hayden must unravel the truth behind the sect’s dark agenda before it’s too late.
Why You’ll Love the Vatican Knights Series
The Vatican Knights series is perfect for fans of action-packed thrillers with a touch of religious intrigue. The stories are fast-paced, filled with suspense, and feature a compelling protagonist in Kimball Hayden. Each book combines high-stakes missions with moral dilemmas, making them both exciting and thought-provoking.
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