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Writer and director Bill Myers has won over 40 national and international awards and sold more than four million copies of his books and videos worldwide. In Eli, he creates a fascinating scenario that reaches to the heart of Christian faith. When Conrad Davis crashes his car, he should be dead. Instead, he finds himself in a parallel universe with a single difference from ours-Jesus Christ did not come 2000 years ago! Conrad finds himself in the midst of events surrounding a man named Eli-events that carry strong contemporary echoes of the life of Jesus. Following Eli, Conrad is challenged to accept what he witnesses, just as Christ's apostles must have been challenged. Eli gives a unique twist to a question many people have asked themselves over the past two millennia: How would I react if I lived in the time of Jesus? Richard Ferrone's thoughtful narration captures the true conflict of a man's struggle with the decision to give his life over to Christ.
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"Wow, this book was so good....So good I must rate it a "five" and go back and downgrade ALL the other "fives" in my library. Granted, this book is a fantasy/alternate reality take on "The Greatest Story Ever Told", but even so, it's just so incredibly well done. The pacing is perfect, the characters are completely believable. I would recommend this book to ALL Christians as required reading, as I think it provides a much needed, fresh perspective on Jesus Christ's sacrifice, and amazingly enough it is also quite true to the scriptures, all things considered. My hope is that non-Christians will read this book and discover the most important truth of all."
— John (5 out of 5 stars)
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" Would we recognize Jesus if he had appeared during our lifetimes? Very interesting take on the life of Jesus. "
— Judy, 2/11/2014 -
" A beautifully moving and intriguing novel about what would happen if Jesus were to come to earth in modern times. My first and favorite Bill Myers. "
— Christy, 2/2/2014 -
" FIVE STARS! Highly recommended! My brother suggested I read this page-turner several years ago. I did, and have never forgotten how well it was written. I recently stopped in and picked it up at a used book store, as I loaned my copy out years ago, to whom I can't remember! The Scriptural parallels are well written and even if you don't have much knowledge of the Bible, the stories are suspenseful, engaging, and believable. "
— Terry, 1/25/2014 -
" It's more than a book, it's so real. I would give this book to everyone. "
— Amore, 1/11/2014 -
" This book really makes one think and contemplate. What would it be like if Jesus came in this era and not over 2k years ago? It may be a book of fiction, but if you were raised in Christianity, it will really give you food for thought :) "
— Kristy, 1/10/2014 -
" Absolute Fave. This is a fresh persective on the Gospel Of Jesus. "
— Keith, 1/6/2014 -
" An excellent Christian drama. "
— Scott, 9/5/2013 -
" This is one of my favorites! Highly recommend. "
— Brittany, 8/16/2013 -
" great book to give you something to think about. Can't wait to read another book by Bill Myers. "
— Cyndee, 6/19/2013 -
" With a new perspective, I have a greater understanding just how bold in faith the initial disciples had to step. "
— Belinda-marie, 1/15/2013 -
" Interesting to think about Jesus coming today. Instead of 2000 years ago. In jeans and a tee shirt no less! "
— Kammera, 12/12/2012 -
" This isn't a bad book, but I didn't think it was a very good book either. Good idea, but the story moved too fast and it seemed to lack details. I think adapting the Gospel to modern day is a huge endeavor and I applaud the author for trying, but I think I prefer the original. :) "
— Lisa, 7/19/2012 -
" What would it be like if the Savior had not yet been born but came now...in this generation? Very interesting story. "
— Mary, 6/30/2012 -
" Thought provoking......where would I stand? Who would I trust and believe? "
— Andree, 5/11/2012 -
" Amazing read. A thought provoking story that puts Jesus' arrival in modern times. A must read for any christian. "
— Griff, 3/19/2012 -
" Thank you Bill Myers for reminding me that Jesus is my friend. "
— Kitty, 2/6/2012 -
" This a great Christian book. It's the first of a trilogy and I feel it's the only one worth reading. The other two, I just couldn't get into. I have thought about the topic about Jesus before and wondering how today would be without Him and this answered it for me. "
— Sara, 10/12/2011 -
" Changed my entire view of Jesus and how real he is. "
— Crystal, 8/28/2011 -
" Very thought provoking book. I found myself going back through the gospels to compare the stories of Jesus's life to what I was reading in Eli. This book places the setting of Jesus's story in modern day. I now completely "get" why Jesus was so controversial and such a threat to the establishment. "
— Thebuffywilson, 8/10/2011 -
" A good tale of how Jesus would be in today's world. I really liked this book "
— Dwight, 7/29/2011 -
" Great book! The book really makes you think how you might view Jesus if he came during this generation. "
— Meredith, 6/20/2011 -
" Thank you Bill Myers for reminding me that Jesus is my friend. "
— Kitty, 4/18/2011 -
" A vivid work of fiction that captures the excitement, beauty and eloquence of the Biblical Gospel. "
— Stefan, 2/1/2011 -
" great book to give you something to think about. Can't wait to read another book by Bill Myers. "
— Cyndee, 12/25/2010 -
" This book was soooo amazing. It made me want to be able to just hang out with Jesus in person like this guy does. "
— Hillary, 2/27/2010 -
" loved it. what if jesus walked today? how would we treat him? "
— Jennifer, 11/4/2009 -
" Cool story based on the premise of Jesus coming to earth for the first time in the modern age. Good parallel. "
— Eldon, 9/9/2009
About Bill Myers
Bill Myers is an author and producer whose work has won more than eighty national and international awards, including the C. S. Lewis Honor Award. His books and videos have sold over eight million copies.
About Richard Ferrone
Richard Ferrone recorded over 150 audiobooks including thrillers, romances, science fiction, and inspirational novels. He won the prestigious Audie Award and was a finalist for four Audie Awards, including for Best Solo Male Narrator. He was named an AudioFile "Voice of the Last Century" and a "Rising and Shining Star." He earned many AudioFile Earphones Awards, including being named the 2011 Best Voice in Mystery and Suspense as well as the 2009 Best Voice in Science Fiction and Fantasy. A science fiction fan, he narrated Kim Stanley Robinson’s Mars trilogy. He also narrated works by James Patterson, Walter Mosley, John Sandford, Eric Van Lustbader, and Stuart Woods.