Reviews

What readers have been saying

"This was an absolutely phenomenal read …"

Lisa Brown-Gilbert for Bestsellersworld.com

03-21-2022

"A well-researched, open-minded introduction to the historical Jesus ... succeeds in its mission."

Kirkus Reviews

02-02-2022

"Read this book."

Readers' Favorite

01-24-2022

"... offers an independent, reasoned, and well-explained take on a complex and controversial subject ... recommended reading."

The Book Review Directory

07-02-2021

"Salt & Light holds the rare opportunity to more deeply understand the figure, message, and purpose of Jesus"

D. Donovan, Senior Reviewer, Midwest Book Review

03-08-2022

" ... the curiosity that the book evinces about the “compelling and allusive” Jesus is appealing."

Clarion Reviews

01-19-2022

"An utterly fascinating journey …"

BookView Review

03-16-2022

"This book is for keepsakes; even for the skeptics. Must read."

Reedsy Discovery

01-28-2022

"Dean does a deep dive ... Was Jesus the Messiah? The author offers an interesting answer."

Blueink Review

02-14-2022

"Jonathan Geoffrey Dean gives readers his intimate and expansive inquiry into the life and teachings of Jesus."

Saltwire Book Shelf

02-20-2022

"A must read."

City Book Review

03-14-2022

"There is no questioning the author’s precision and meticulousness … "

Literary Titan

04-22-2022

"A perfect rating ... "

OnlineBookClub.org

23-04-2022

"I  admire the passion and dedication ..." 

Lori's Book LOft

14-09-2022

"A triumph of a book …"

Matt MacAvoy Reviews

31-08-2022

"A must-read."

Manhattan Book Review

31-03-2022

"A must-read for readers of all backgrounds."

Maincrest Judges' Panel

23-11-2022

"An exhaustive look at the historical Jesus."

The BookLife Prize

28-01-2023

" … as a believer, I learned new things I didn’t know before."

NN Lights Book Heaven

19-08-2021