The ChrisChat Reviews

What really happened to Christ’s body when he ascended?

I do not like it when I don’t mix well with a book.  I accept requests when I feel there is something glimmering in the book’s description that intrigues me or sparks my interest, so it troubles me when (and only ever in my opinion) a book misses the mark. 

In my opinion, “The Petrified Christ” misses the mark.  Mr. Torres’ idea is fascinating –“ “The body of Christ,” Daniel whispered. “What if it was simply…left behind?” “

And from there Daniel Foster begins a journey of a lifetime.  As part of an investigative theological team, somewhat secretive organization within the university walls, he stumbles upon the answer to his question.  And with the answer comes so much more.

It is that, so much more, that I found missing.  If not exactly missing, it felt rushed and unfulfilling.  In the end, I wanted less front story and more story after Daniel’s discovery.

Mr. Torres’ concept and question still grabs me.  I just couldn’t find it in “The Petrified Christ.”