A.D. 30

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I read Ted Dekker for more than three years ago and I've never been disappointed. His novels, besides being very interesting, have the peculiarity of make me doubt of everything around me and makes me wonder about my beliefs.

During this time I realized Ted developments, both in his writing and in his message. The last books he has published delve much deeper issues than the first -but that does not diminish the quality of any of them- and his books have become full of more hope.

Each time Ted Dekker releases a new book, I don't need to know the book's plot to want to buy it because I know that I will like it. However, when I finally got my hands on AD 30, I was very surprised because was an historical novel.

The history of Maviah made me remind myself. Maviah belongs to the lowest of society, rejected by all and feels she has brought nothing but disgrace to her family. She doesn't believe to be worthy of love or forgiveness or compassion. When I got to know this complex character, I almost saw myself reflected because sometimes I feel that I'm not worthy to merit the sacrifice of Yeshua and that reach his love is something that I don't deserve. In Maviah I could see my own doubts and prejudices, so I was pleased to accompany her during her journey.

This trip also allowed me to meet a very different Yeshua to which I had become accustomed. Much more loving, merciful and peaceful. I could almost feel being present at that time; and despite the difference in years between the time of Yeshua and our era, I think the problems and conflicts remain the same.

It took a little time reading this novel because I had to examine me myself and see the aspects that should correct about my beliefs about Yeshua.

I think the 15 years that Ted Dekker has taken to write this book, have been worth it. I hope everyone can read this wonderful book and share the good news that Yeshua preached from the beginning.

I recieved a free eBook from NetGalley but this fact didn't influence the review.