“Quill says: Issues of piety, priesthood and true integrity provide the undercurrent in Aaron Roe’s action-filled, contemporary and credible saga of one tormented teen’s quest for life’s meaning.”

“In this ambitious book, the author tackles the hypocrisies of the Catholic Church in particular and institutionalized religion in general with lighthearted verve—first and foremost, the story is best understood as satire.”

“Religious readers who think they are choosing a story about achieving a spiritual goal will find this story of a flawed character who strives for perfection to be funny, thought-provoking, and poignant as Damian tries to rid himself of his fears and the seminary's increasingly crumbling façade of corruption, only to stumble into unexpected truths and a new vision of life.”

“I recommend the book to readers who love narratives about discovering oneself and anyone interested in reading a good book that would make them laugh, reminisce, and learn at the same time.”

“Saints and Martyrs is rippling with humor, a story about making life’s choices, and one that explores the influence of a mother in a son’s calling. Great writing, exceptional plotting, and characters that make wonderful companions.”