Pilgrims

Latin was a dead language—until the aliens arrived.

Out-of-work Latin teacher and borderline alcoholic Austin DeSantis is determined to spend his final days in the arms of a prostitute—that is if the aliens don’t exterminate humanity first.

But when the aliens land at the Vatican, begin speaking Latin, and reveal themselves to be Catholic, the world turns upside down.

Pressed into service as a translator and thrust into the center of humanity's first contact with a cryptic alien race, Austin must uncover their true intentions before religious turmoil rips the planet apart. But with Austin caught between the Catholic Church, the US military, and an enigmatic alien AI, he'll have to decide where his loyalties lie as the fate of humanity hangs in the balance.

PILGRIMS is a sci-fi retelling of Augustine's Confessions, mixing a high-concept premise à la Children of Time with the ceaseless pacing and rich characterization of Red Rising.

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A solid sci-fi tale without the moral gray

Recently, it seems like there's a lot of moral gray in the popular sci-fi and fantasy. Hopefully Pilgrims is the start of a trend in the other direction. If you want a solid story without the moral ambiguity, do consider giving Pilgrims a shot.
In terms of the audiobook version, the quality was top notch. I'd call it more of an audio drama than a traditional audiobook. I hope for more like this in the future.

Must Listen

This story was very well written and creative! The character development is great and the themes it explores make you think even after you’re done reading! Cannot recommend enough!

Excellent Story, Voice Acting, and all of the above!

If you like sci-fi, church history, and geopolitics, then this book is for you! Amazing writing from M.R. Leonard. A book that kept me hanging onto every word, eager to hear what happens next. Looking forward to so much more from this author!

Tremendous

I couldn't wait to hear the next chapter. Will definitely recommend to my family and friends!

One of the best audiobooks I have listened to.

The production by Jeff Hays and Soundbooth theater was one of the best I have ever listened to, it was incredible. It was also an incredible book with a fast pace, great characters, and a amazing exploration of faith and what it means to be human.