The Secret Supper: A Novel by Javier Sierra. Translated Into English by Alberto Manguel -Hardcover
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Set in the late 15th century, *The Secret Supper* by Javier Sierra follows a papal inquisitor, Father Agostino Leyre, as he investigates Leonardo da Vinci's *The Last Supper* for hidden heresies. After receiving cryptic warnings from a mysterious figure called "the Soothsayer," the Vatican sends Leyre to Milan to uncover whether da Vinci's famous painting contains secret messages. Leyre’s investigation leads him to explore the painting’s symbolic and theological implications, unraveling a series of complex revelations. The novel blends elements of historical intrigue, secret codes, and church politics, offering a new perspective on the famous artwork, though its numerous religious and political subplots may challenge readers unfamiliar with Catholic history. While themes of conspiracy and art as a tool for subversion are familiar, Sierra’s approach provides a fresh take on the Da Vinci legend.
