This novel is about the discovery of a fifth gospel, written by Mary Magdalene herself. It is written in the first person, in the style of a gospel, it describes her meeting with Jesus and becoming his lover/wife and the child she bears. It challenges the belief that she was a whore and the fact that she is an important character in the life of Jesus, something which is often ignored by religion in general. It is a dramatic vision of Christianity where men and women's spirituality are equally celebrated. Less than 180 pages long, it is passionate, meaningful and a moving chronicle of human faith which endures suffering and loss.
Definitely well worth reading, I was hooked from the first page. Even if you don't believe in religion or are very religious (I am not) it is well worth reading just for the story alone.
02/03/08 @ 16:18