La Esperada (The Expected One) (Abridged) Audiobook

" it's approach to religion, the author takes us on a fiction or reality, we are believed or not. It's still read and you maybe like me in libo "

" Interesting concept -shame about the writing style. "

" I loved this book. It makes you think. "

" Compelling tale of life of Jesus & Mary Magdalene, leading up to and after the crucifixion and of the Magdalene continuing the teachings. The book weaves the story lines of present day descendants with those of Jesus and Mary, and what they deal with in keeping the teachings alive against all odds. "

" Liked it...read this book with an open mind. There was a lot to think about, "

" I love this book and the sequel, The Book of Love, so much that i am re-reading it right now! "

" I enjoyed the book and am looking forward to the finding & reading the rest of the trilogy. I would akin this to DaVinci Code or Angels & Demons but without nearly as much action. A very good read. "

" This is a "poor man's" Da Vinci Code. The writing isn't as good and the plot has some obvious flaws - how wide spread was writing in the first century A.D.? I liked the series by Marion Zimmer Bradley (The Mists of Avalon) much better and she also had a feminist perspective, as this authors tries to represent. Part of the problem is that I find the plot to be incredible - I don't believe that Mary Magdelene was the wife of John the Baptist and bore him a son, and then become the wife of Jesus and bore him two children. I found the plot of Pope Joan to be more realistic, although I think it is fiction too. "

" I enjoyed this book tremendously -- tho written as fiction, there are many things that rang true for me.. it's about a journalist who is drawn into the Mary Magdalene legends. I'm looking forward to McGowan's next book. "

" Not nearly as good as it could have been. The writing was rather wooden and the characters didn't come alive. "

" An interesting story with some new angles. Not as action packed as expected. "

" Excellent story line, the characters were strong and the author really pulls you in to the book! "

" Yes, this was a lot like The DaVinci Code, but I like books like that. It was a lightweight, easy read, and I found it diverting and amusing. "

" Similar to DaVinci code "

" This was a very interesting book, along the lines of the Di Vinci Code with quite a lot of historical research incorporated. I certainly enjoyed not only the character development but all of the regional and religious history included. I definitely want to read her next book - The Book of Love. "

" Marvelous! Gripping, intriguing, mysterious and captivating! I'm not quite sure after my researching if everything is logical, but even if not, this was an enjoyable book! "

" Truly unexpected! Wow! This made me really ponder what I know about the events surrounding the Savior's life. Very touching at times. Worth the read. "

" This novel about Mary Magdalene is too long and a bit predictable. Listen to it on cd rather than read it. "

" history is what happened not what is written down "

" Think DaVinci Code meets the bible. It's really 2 stories in one and do not miss the authors notes in the back. It really makes the whole book! "

" A wonderful insight to the oldest story ever written!! Kathleen weaves her truth throughout this book and it is a real eye opener to the world that has been written about, by man, for such a long time... "

" Similar to The Eight by Katharine Neville. Check it out. Now there is a sequel out called "The book of love". "

" Possible the only genre worse than pseudo-historical fiction is pseudo-religious-historical fiction, in particular anything centering about the life of Joshua of Nazareth (The Christ). This book gets a 2 only because it is very well written. "

" I loved The DaVinci Code. This book is better, much better. "

" Not nearly as good as it could have been. The writing was rather wooden and the characters didn't come alive. "

" I enjoyed this book tremendously -- tho written as fiction, there are many things that rang true for me.. it's about a journalist who is drawn into the Mary Magdalene legends. I'm looking forward to McGowan's next book. "

" I love any book that celebrates red heads and mythology or religion. Add to that McGowan's ability to move seamlessly from current day to ancient times and you've got a real treat. Don't forget mystery, intrigue and romance. A great (quick) read from start to finish. "

" Wow - what an intriguing new perspective on the Origins of Jesus and Mary... "

" I was really excited about this book as I am interested in the role of women in the Christian, especially Catholic faith. It reminds me of the fast pace and excitement of the Dan Brown books. Knowing it was the first in a trilogy, I looked forward to the sequels. uh oh. "

" The Expected One is a novel for all women. Women that was misunderstood, like Mary Magdalene. This novel have similarities with The Da Vinci Code. But I find it less offending when it comes to religious aspects. "

" I thoroughly enjoyed these books. I Love novels in historical settings. The chapter that pertained to the week of the crucifixion of Jesus was very moving! "