Accidental Christ, An: The Story of Jesus (As Told by His Uncle) Paperback – 13 July 2023

This volume is written with respect and historical back up , just a brilliant read and a mind opening experience makes you say yea that is more believable .

For all fans of Lon Milo DuQuette’s work, this rare gem does not disappoint!It captures the essence of a timeless narrative, infusing it with a fresh, never before heard perspective with a ‘modern’ idea twist. It’s evident that from page one, this sacred story is approached with the utmost respect and profound understanding of its significance. (And at the same time opening up the reader’s eyes to a ‘what if’ scenario)Lon’s language is lyrical yet accessible, with passages that are likely to linger in the mind long after the book is closed. The vivid descriptions, emotional depths of the characters, and thoughtful exploration (of themes that could take place even in these modern times) make this book not just a retelling, but a profound reimagining of one of the most influential stories ever told.Keep an open mind, because what if?Don’t worry, it may have a laugh or two in when you need it;) Happy reading! ✨

This is a wonderful portrayal of Jesus and certainly closer to the truth that the religious establishment would have use believe. Inventive and charming. Up there with Mike Moorcock Behold the Man. A great read.

As one of the first to get to read the newly revised and expanded edition, I am also honored to be the first to review it. I have been following Lon's work for some time and am very happy to say that this is one of my favorite books by him. He takes the common story that we have all been force-fed throughout our lives and brings it to life with great depth, and twists and turns that just have a weight of resonance to them. Giving us an account of Jesus's life from a perspective close to home. And demystifying the miracles we have come to know, while still showing how powerful of an impact the perception of those "miracles" were and still are on the collective mind. If you have always loved the story of Christ but wanted to look at it through a fresh and different lense, than "An Accidental Christ" by Lon Milo DuQuette is the book for you.

Absolutely knocked out by “An Accidental Christ!” Fun and educational to read from start to finish. Duquette’s signature sarcasm adds to the brew in ways both subtle and not so subtle. Initiatory activities that may well have existed are woven into a well researched storyline that adds healthy grounding to a myth that’s been exaggerated and misinterpreted to a point of absurdity. The writer approaches the origins of Jesus’s early strategies in much the same fashion as one would be groomed for a presidential campaign in modern times; leaving no possibility left to chance, and ensuring that propaganda is well developed and received by target audiences.

This is a novel that sheds a different light on Jesus: mixing modern scholarship and occult knowledge as it takes the reader into the very bosom of ancient Galilee. Written in the tell-all perspective of Jesus's Uncle Clopas, it masterfully weaves biblical quotes, historical facts, with Duquette’s creative imagination to provide a narrative that inspires readers to reflect on how the retelling of events can turn into myth and how in turn, myth can be weaponized. When I began reading, I just sort of assumed that Clopas was a figure that Lon Milo had purely concocted, but was surprised to find that he wasn't. There’s lots of tidbits like this that spurred a few rabbit holes of research for me.Honestly, if I was unfamiliar with the author’s other books, I probably wouldn’t have picked up this title, but I am so glad I did. I didn’t expect it to be as mind-bogglingly researched (though really I shouldn’t have expected anything less from him), assuming it was going to be more of a comedy. Not that it wasn't humorous; Lon's wit and skill as a writer still shine through and I found myself laughing several times. The "miracle" of turning water into wine was so entertaining and clever, as was the spicy innuendo banter at the well. I found Jesus getting irked with the dense ignorance of his closest disciples incredibly amusing too. What I really loved about this book was how DuQuette portrays everything with a totally believable slant. He speculates (very rationally) about supposed miraculous events and portrays Jesus as a sort of hesitant but willing pawn, who is in over his head in a conspiracy generations in the making. Lon Milo sprinkles in nice little tidbits of ancient paganism and mystery cults throughout the story.I started this book as a casual read on my Kindle and I could not put it down. It had me up all night reading through to the end. After a quarter of the way through, I had already decided that this was one I needed to acquire as a physical book for my shelf. This is a book for almost anyone who has an interest in history, religion, or the occult, with the exception of if you are actually a fundamentalist Christian. But even then, this is a book you will love to hate!