The Devil's Advocate

About “The Devil's Advocate”

The Devil's Advocate by Morris L. West is a novel that explores the meaning of faith. It is set in an impoverished village in southern Italy, where the life and death of Giacomo Nerone have led to discussions about his possible sainthood. Father Blaise Meredith, an English priest who is dying, is sent from the Vatican to investigate the circumstances surrounding Nerone's life and death. His task is to sort through the facts, rumors, and lies that have built up around the man. The story takes place against a backdrop of spiritual weakness and shows how goodness can overcome despair.