The Ball and The Cross

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The novel explores the clash between rationalism and faith through the debates of Professor Lucifer and monk Michael, alongside the intense rivalry between Jacobite Catholic Maclan and atheist Socialist Turnbull. Both characters are portrayed with depth, highlighting their commitment to their beliefs while also revealing their extremes. As they prepare for a duel over religion, their animosity evolves into an unexpected friendship. The true antagonist is the external world that seeks to suppress their conflict over what they deem a matter of utmost importance: their differing beliefs.