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Wednesday 27 February 2019

A.D. 30 ~ Ted Dekker


Synopsis
In this historical novel, New York Times bestselling author Ted Dekker tells the epic journey of a woman who rises from the depths of her society to lead her people when she is shown the way by Jesus. A sweeping epic set in the harsh deserts of Arabia and ancient Palestine. A war that rages between kingdoms on the earth and in the heart. The harrowing journey of the woman at the center of it all. The story of Jesus in a way you have never experienced it. Step back in time to the year of our Lord, Anno Domini, 30.

I didn't go into this book expecting theological accuracy  - the reciting of the beatitudes (grinds teeth), and the authors interpretation of what Jesus would think about Herod marry Herodotus, as opposed to what John the Baptist said - and so just enjoyed it as a Christian historical fiction that has a lot of artist licence.  
While the narrator definitely made this an easy and very enjoyable listen,  the story itself is not an absolutely stunning “loved’ it 5 star one. 

I'm not sure about Maviah's relationship with Judah, I don't think they're suited somehow - I can't put my finger on it - I know he's a warrior etc.  etc.  but the author seemed to make him a bit too 'bouncy', not stoic enough, for her.  
I've got the second audiobook on hold at the library.

Extra: There is some physical attraction/kissing in the book, but no bedroom scenes.  Infanticide - a warrior throws a baby out the window to its death. 

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