“Essential reading for historians of this papacy in years to come.” ―The Tablet

"A thoughtful, essential book.” ―Booklist, *starred review*

"Highly recommended for readers seeking to understand the complexities of a papacy very different from those of the recent past." ―Library Journal, *starred review*

“Fascinating insights…a richly detailed and engaging portrait of Francis as pope.” ―Commonweal

"Ivereigh’s insider account will be a revelation to readers interested in the inner workings of the Vatican." ―Publishers Weekly

“In a detailed study packed with insider tidbits, the author examines various overarching issues that have affected and defined the Francis era.” ―Kirkus Reviews

“[Ivereigh’s] book provides a much needed, lucidly written, look at the past seven years…Once you start, you do not want to put this book down.” ―National Catholic Reporter

"Austen Ivereigh has established himself as the most astute historian of the pontificate of Pope Francis, through his meticulous research, dogged interviewing and vast knowledge of the church. His new book is a peerless look at the sometimes overwhelming challenges facing this groundbreaking pope, whose task is at once simple and complex: to help the church proclaim the Gospel in the modern world. Learned, subtle, and deep, his book is indispensable for understanding this man and this church." ―James Martin, SJ, author of Jesus: A Pilgrimage and The Jesuit Guide to (Almost) Everything

"No one has understood the Francis papacy these past six years better than Austen Ivereigh. Masterfully told, with exquisite detail, probing insight, and good humor, his Wounded Shepherd is essential reading for anyone seeking to understand the Church of today―and tomorrow." ―Christopher White, National Correspondent, Crux

“Ivereigh’s first book on Pope Francis, The Great Reformer, was terrific; Wounded Shepherd is even better. Meticulously researched, beautifully written, insightful, and uplifting, this is the book that goes to the heart―in every sense―of the Francis pontificate: his accomplishments, his failures, and why he acts the way he does.” ―Mark Shriver, author of Pilgrimage: My search for the real Pope Francis

“The most insightful and nuanced assessment of this extraordinarily consequential pope. Ivereigh shows why Francis has become for so many the emblem of renewed faith and hope for a badly troubled world.” ―Robert Ellsberg; Publisher, Orbis Books

“Timely, well-researched, with significant new background information and insights, Wounded Shepherd dispels the myths spread by those who oppose Francis’s prophetic ministry, allowing the reader to grasp the significance of his far-reaching reforms. Essential reading.” ―Gerard O’Connell, author of The Election of Pope Francis: An Inside Story of the Conclave that Changed History