The Testament of Marcellus by Marius Gabriel

In 33 AD was a very important time in history especially in regards to Christianity. This books centers around Marcellus the lawyer for one Jesus of Nazereth, yes that one.

Growing up Catholic you know the story of Easter. You know how holy week goes from Psalm Sunday to Good Friday to the Resurrection on Easter Sunday. This book lets you see this familiar story from a completely new point of view.

The author took someone history has mostly forgotten, Marcellus, and made him in to a vehicle to show a period of time that so much yet so little is known about. Historically Marcellus proceeded Pontius Pilate as the overseer of Judea, but not much more in the way of details has survived.

I loved how Marcellus interacted with Jesus and the way that Jesus was portrayed. As a kind and humble man who understood what was about to happen to him. Someone who after a few very brief interactions Marcellus was determined to try and save from death.

I really enjoyed this book and I will definitely be looking into reading more from this author.