From The Compulsive Reader (go here for the full review):

"Clark has chewed off a lot with this novel and it is quite an accomplishment. He has intertwined Middle Ages folklore into a compelling novel, wrapping it around a story that has intrigued people for centuries. If you are looking for a thought-provoking, historical novel about Pope Joan, The Woman Pope should be on your bookshelf."


From the Santa Monica Daily Press (Go here, turn to Page 10 for full review):

"The author…spins his imagination in such a way that you feel you are reading history. At certain points I thought I was reading a book by Irving Stone, it was that well told."

From the West Hollywood News: 

"This most original and Christian tale of pre-modern feminism, I found, triumphed completely. It’s truly an emotional journey, set in a rough time, and Mr. Clark captured its essence with panache and seeming ease."

From Amazon.com Reviews:

"The Woman Pope is a page turner. It's a testament to the power of faith, friendship and love. I highly recommend it." ~ Evie King

"Pope Joan is a legend that will not die. In this novel the cruelty and treachery will trouble and distress you. However, there is also caring and love - caring for her fellow man, as well as love between a man and a woman. A book that should be read." ~ Trudy Hourglass

"Do not pick up this book expecting a mystery or a riddle or any other kind of tease/marketing-ploy. In fact, 'Pope Joan' gives up its punchline in the prologue: In the middle of the 9th century a woman disguised as a man became a cultishly popular pope and was exposed when she became pregnant and gave birth. What follows is the story of how that happened: 350 pages of raw adventure, scholarly historical detail, sexual perversion, torture, politics and--most particularly--a love story. Love not only between a woman and a man but also a father and his daughter; the intellectually-curious and any book they can get their hands on; a woman and her freshly-discovered God; an illiterate and warlike tribe and their mysterious and scholarly leader. I have a hard time finding novels I enjoy these days. This one reassured me that it's worth it to keep looking." ~ Michael J. O'Brien

"I thought this was an excellent book. I thoroughly enjoyed my journey through the dark ages with Johanna. Her passion for her beliefs and loves are a lesson for us all." ~ Betty Donnelly