Martin Venner Books

Set against the backdrop of a devastating terrorist attack in 2051 Jerusalem, the narrative follows Cardinal Archbishop Joseph Christopher, who unexpectedly claims to be 'The Returned Lord Jesus Christ' during a press event. This shocking declaration thrusts the Church into a perilous political crisis, as Pope Paul VIII strives to manage the fallout and prevent global conflict. The story explores themes of faith, leadership, and the struggle for survival in a world teetering on the brink of chaos.

Set in a future where the United States has collapsed, the story follows former President Jeremiah Abrahams, now Archbishop John of Johannesburg, who seeks solace in religion after personal tragedy. Far from his political past, he faces new challenges when ambitious Cardinal Joseph Christopher becomes his assistant. As Pope James's health declines, John fears Joseph's potential rise to Pope could shift the Church's direction away from its core beliefs, leading to a crisis of faith and power within the Vatican.

Set in a future where the ideology of Soviet Communism has been deemed obsolete, the narrative explores the rise of a new belief system in 2031 that vehemently rejects all religious faiths, particularly Christianity. It contrasts the widespread disillusionment with Communism in 1991, highlighting how a small group of steadfast believers maintained hope for its resurgence. The story delves into themes of ideological shifts and the consequences of abandoning traditional beliefs, reflecting on the societal transformations over four decades.

Set in the early 2050s, the narrative explores a world where major global issues like climate change and poverty appear resolved under the leadership of a figure many believe to be Jesus Christ. However, a small group of dissenters challenges this belief, feeling increasingly marginalized. Tensions rise as this leader begins to identify followers, leading to a gradual yet escalating unraveling of the seemingly utopian society. The story delves into themes of belief, power, and the fragility of perceived perfection.

Jeremiah Abrahams, the 48th President of the United States, navigates a tumultuous era marked by wars and economic collapse, reluctantly stepping into leadership during a catastrophic global conflict that leads to America’s downfall. Following his presidency, he seeks solace in monastic life, only to confront new challenges as the Church faces unprecedented threats. Amidst chaos, an extraordinary saint emerges to guide him, offering support as this anti-hero grapples with both personal and global crises, ultimately reshaping his destiny and the fate of humanity.

The story revolves around Dale Semble, a uniquely influential MP who, despite being on the Opposition, manipulates the Labour Party and instills fear in the Government. His rise seems almost prophetic, presenting a formidable challenge to Patrick Emerald, a mild-mannered politician who becomes Minister of State at the MoD. As Patrick navigates the high-stakes political arena, he must confront Semble's Machiavellian prowess, leading to an unpredictable and extraordinary outcome that transcends typical political battles.

Exploring the motivations behind the author's eleven previous novels, this work serves as both a summary and a reflection on the themes of faith, history, and the human experience. It features familiar characters—both real and fictional—and offers commentary that connects the stories to broader societal changes and divine purpose. The narrative emphasizes the intrinsic depth of every individual, created in God's image, while intertwining belief in Christ with historical context. Readers are invited to engage with profound insights in an accessible format.

Jeremiah Abrahams, the newly elected 48th President of the United States, faces immediate challenges as he attends a crucial UN Economic Summit in Tokyo in 2029. Confronted by his adversary, the sinister British Foreign Secretary Dale Semble, Abrahams must navigate a complex international political landscape. As he grapples with the threat posed by Semble, he increasingly seeks guidance from the Church and ultimately turns to a significant historical figure from the Christian faith to combat this formidable enemy.

It is incredible how this all happened, because by 2051 the United States had fourteen years earlier, had ceased to exist, with its Presidents becoming part of history and indeed folklore. Yet against all odds which were massively stacked against him, America's second to last President, Jeremiah Abrahams, who had spent eight years living as a monk in South Africa was elected Supreme Pontiff. Even more amazingly this happened after the 30 year reign of Pope James I, who was universally regarded as the most saintly Bishop Rome had had for over a thousand years. Now all of James' painstaking achievements began to unravel, and central to all this wasn't Pope Paul VIII, the name Abrahams had adopted, but a certain Cardinal Archbishop Joseph Christopher!

In not too many years into the future, the worst war the world had ever known had broken out! And as it raged across the whole planet, such was its fury, that it seemed to be far more than just another conflict. Because what it came across as, was a kind of fulfilment of divine prophecy, such was the furious nature of this struggle. Everything that was good and evil which defined the human race was bound up into it, and as the evil side rampaged through country after country, the good side was for the time being, led by a lacklustre US President, Jeremiah Abrahams, who found himself and his country in the eye of the storm. But this war was unlike anything that had happened before, as a monstrously evil leader, was determined to succeed where others before him had failed. This meant the good side had to win come what may, but there was a sting in the tail which nobody expected. And A Totally Unnecessary War is how that came about!