Christ the Lord by Anne Rice (2005, Hardcover)

I have always been a huge fan of Anne Rice's Vampire Chronicles. I devoured those books. I would finish one and immediately pick up the next. I was so excited when I learned she had a new book coming out, as I was all out of vampire stories to read.

I have to say, I was a tad bit apprehensive because I knew the book was going to be written in first person. Because, how do you write for Jesus? I was concerned that she would fill the character with what some might consider to be dogma or her own personal beliefs.

I was so happy to see that was not the case. The story was written in a matter of fact way. It was so compelling that I could not put it down. Thank goodness it was the holiday season so I had the time to just read. Each time I did have to be away from the book, I couldn't wait to get back to it. It drew me through. I got involved. I could see everything as if I were there.

She did an excellent job handling material that could have been otherwise controversial. It is a wonderful story and I would love to see a follow up to it. Whether you're a believer or not, this story will captivate you.