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Longinus: Book I of the Merlin Factor
Binding: Paperback
Dewey Decimal Number: 813
EAN: 9780595396177
ISBN: 0595396178
Label: Purple Haze Press
Manufacturer: Purple Haze Press
Number Of Items: 1
Number Of Pages: 248
Publication Date: July 12, 2006
Publisher: Purple Haze Press
Studio: Purple Haze Press
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Editorial Review:
I was simply witnessing an unusual weather-storm for this time of year. That this man was being crucified at the same time was mere coincidence. And, I believed that. Until, that is, the Earth shook. It only lasted for a moment, the shaking. But, it left no doubt in my mind that it was directly correlated to this dying man on the cross.
Who was the Roman centurion that stabbed Jesus while the condemned one hung from the cross? What became of him and his legendary spear?
Longinus: Book I of the Merlin Factor tells the story of Gaius Cassius Longinus, the battle-hardened centurion of Rome who is assigned to guard the crucified Jesus. But while guarding Jesus, Longinus stabs him in the ribs with his spear, ensuring Jesuss death. It is a simple act, but one that changes his life forever. After that fateful day Longinus flees Rome, narrowly escaping from the Roman priests who want to take the spear and its supposed power for themselves.
Longinus follows the centurions life from his love for the prostitute Irena to his mystical studies with the Druids of Gaul. But it also reveals Longinuss profound spiritual awakening through his Druidic studies and the spear that speaks to him with Jesuss voice.
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This is one of the best novels I've ever read...
The novel LONGINUS: Book I Of The MERLIN FACTOR tells the story of Gaius Cassius Longinus, the battle-hardened Centurion of Rome who is assigned to guard the crucified Jesus. But while guarding Jesus, Longinus stabs him in the ribs with his spear, ensuring Jesus' death. It's a simple act, but one that changes his life forever. After that fateful day Longinus flees Rome, narrowly escaping the Roman priests who want to take the ... Read More
Rating: - Great Read
Something of a departure from my usual genre of reading but nevertheless I thoroughly enjoyed this book. It is fast moving with more than a few unexpected twists and turns. I found myself picking it up at every oportunity as I wanted to know what happened next and whether Longinus manages to achieve his aim. I am really looking forward to Book II.
Rating: - Longinus: Book 1 of the Merlin Factor
I found this book very interesting. It kept my attention throughout, I didn't want to put it down. It definately was different reading than what I usually enjoy. My usual interest is romance or comedy. Steven Maines is a great writer whose book Longinus: Book I Of The Merlin Factor is fascinating! I can't wait to read the sequel.
Rating: - Intriguing Blend of History & Religion
I was intrigued, yet wary when I saw the title and cover of this book. Would the era and subject matter be more suited to a man? I prefer historical fiction that examines characters' lives rather than posing them solely in their adventures.
I was wonderfully surprised how the author, Steven Maines, managed to so skillfully accomplish each without sacrificing the other.
The story line is unexpected, revealing a unique spiritual point of view. Whether you agree or not with ... Read More
Rating: - You Can't Put it Down
Longinus: Book I of the Merlin Factor is an exciting and intriguing page-turner about the life of Longinus, the Roman Centurion who pierced the side of Christ while he was on the cross. This novel has something in it for everyone as it's an action-packed, spiritual, thought-provoking novel of historical fiction which also has a love-story entwined in its pages. It can be read on several levels but as others have mentioned, once you start it, you cannot put it down. I highly recommend this book and ... Read More
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