The narrative is set during the final months of the life of Jesus.
The book focuses heavily on the human side of Jesus, his relationships with the apostles, and the "behind-the-scenes" maneuvers of the Sanhedrin and Roman authorities.
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Benítez is famous for incredibly long, detailed footnotes (sometimes spanning pages) that explain "scientific" concepts or historical context. Ensure your EPUB reader handles internal links well, as jumping between the text and notes is frequent.
Benítez often provides a more gritty, less "sainted" version of the disciples, highlighting their flaws, doubts, and internal rivalries. Reading Guide for the EPUB Version