Expert testimonies for A Philadelphia Catholic

"This improbable novel calms the spirit with the beauty of family life on a farm, and somehow-can't put my finger on it-beguiles you into identifying with the unlikely hero as he learns how to defend his Catholic faith in confrontation with Bible believers.
Too bad apologetics isn't always this enjoyable-or seductive."
-Father Owen Kearns, L.C., Publisher, National Catholic Register

"A powerful defense of Catholic beliefs that acknowledges the deep love for
Christ and thirst for truth among fundamentalist Christians."
-Marcus Grodi, President, The Coming Home Network

"A Philadelphia Catholic in King James's Court is a welcome contribution to the return of the Catholic novel!"
-Mark Brumley, Catholic Dossier and The Catholic Faith magazines

"From stickball played on the Philadelphia blacktop to working the tobacco fields of rural Kentucky, Kennedy takes us on a wonderful ride. He introduces us to the sublime joys found in a slower pace of life and the profound truths found in the Catholic faith. It's a fun read--enjoy it yourself, then pass it on!"
-Matthew Pinto, President, Envoy magazine

"Besides being an intriguing tale, its is an instant course in apologeticsIt would be unfair to give the final outcome of this tale. Evil pits all its strength against Michael. Grace inspires and empowers him. Moments of suspense and horror lead up to a climax not devoid of subtle humor. We are left applauding the hero of the piece, wondering and wishing for more."
-National Catholic Register

"Masterful! This book portrays the mindset of fundamentalist Christians with uncanny accuracy. It's chock full of insights about how people fall into error-and how to prevent it from happening to someone you love."
-Bruce Sullivan, convert and former fundamentalist preacher

"What a terrific story! And what a great way for students to prepare for the challenges of the Faith which will inevitably confront them in college and beyond."
-Anna Micko, Catholic school teacher

Martin de Porres Kennedy teaches economics at Western Kentucky University. He lives in rural Kentucky with his wife Nancy and their four children. This is his first novel.