The Jerusalem Helix

By: Sue Stephenson

Narrated by: Matt Addis

Length: 10 hrs and 58 mins

Publisher's summary

In this mainstream thriller, Christ's DNA is discovered in an ancient relic—and secretly used to create a clone. This is the story of Jesus' human twin—and his quest for identity in 21st Century America. Who will this young man be exactly? And how will we react when he leaves his sheltered childhood and enters our modern world?

The novel is reminiscent of such thought-provoking classics as The Alchemist (Paolo Coelho) and Siddhartha (Hermann Hesse). It has been a great selection for book clubs all over the country.

©2020 Sue Stephenson (P)2020 Sue Stephenson

A great escape and a great story

Audiobook read like a good Netflix series. Loved the hero’s personality: strong, steady, earnest, and humble. His adventures, travels, and the characters he met were amusing and clever. Had insomnia at 2 am and couldn't resist listening. A wonderful narration voice. Loved it!

Such a intense and admirable story!

“This book could not have come at a better time, and it’s my top recommendation to anyone who complains they’re bored during the quarantine. Stephenson’s book is not only entertaining but completely original, while still being respectful of all religions and beliefs. Her characters are well rounded and the writing is transporting. The actor performance in the audiobook was really entertaining his French accent for the caractère of Cherie was delightful, I’m French myself I can relate to it. What a wonderful world to get lost in during this crazy time we’re living in!”

The Right Read for This Moment!

The Secret Jesus is exactly the right antidote to the disruption, distress and chaos of this unprecedented moment in our history. The Secret Jesus speaks to universals in the midst of upheaval; read with a calm, soothing tone, the Secret Jesus melds science and theology to deliver an uncannily relevant message. The Secret Jesus sees transcendence in the most quotidian of details and invites readers to do the same. Stephenson's skillfully crafted narrative weaves religion, spirituality, and science into a seamless web. If everyone were to sit back, close their eyes, and simply listen to this mellifluous reader and spellbinding story, much good would come from the ensuing decrease in our collective anxiety. I strongly recommend this book to everyone, especially now.

Amazing, powerful story with a wopper ending

The story has a wild premise and kept surprising me. The writer has wonderful storytelling ability. The final chapters are hair-raising and it finishes with a powerful message. The narrator is superb. A good read!

An enjoyable listen

Creative and witty story which makes you reflect on tolerance so needed these days.
I really enjoyed all the various accents; they really added to the story!

Brilliant and compelling!

I cannot recommend this novel enough. Cinematic in scope, deeply personal in nature, and truly captivating. The story digs deep and challenges you, and Sue Stephenson's writing evokes a deep sense of place and wonder. The narration is equally brilliant and adds another dimension to the novel, and I highly recommend one as a companion to the other.

Fascinating What If Story

I almost dismissed this book as being another modern day religious fiction but I am glad I didn’t. This is a current secular novel so don’t be put off by the subject or title. The story was engaging, thoughtful and provocative. the narration was fantastic. I highly recommend The Secret Jesus and can’t wait to see what Sue Stephenson comes up with next.

Fun, intriguing story; fabulous narrator!

The Secret Jesus is fast-paced and full of memorable characters. And it will make you smile. It combines depth of character with an intriguing plot. If the news of late fills you with a heaviness, this story will take you somewhere else—and leave you feeling somehow brighter. It should be added that the actor narrating the story does a smashing job with the accents, including a smoky female Italian voice that will make you chuckle.

A fun, smart story

Well written, engaging, funny and positive. Great narrator. Some memorable characters you'll love, like the nurse, the groundskeeper, and Rockwell. Highly recommended.

snooze. for most chapters.

this book was about 45 chapters too long I was so bored the storyline is so uncompelling. basically they find DNA of Jesus then they clone a child who grows up to look like Jesus and the whole story is about oh my gosh people are going to know that what we did and they'll see it looks like Jesus and the boy thinks he's Jesus and the whole story is mediocre and lackluster. I struggled through this book don't waste your time it sucked.. banter after banter after banter like 50 something chapters it sucked...