Reviews of Maximus and the Blood of Innocents

“John is a military man, an historian and a theologian.  He has spent many years ministering to naval personnel and teaching them the Bible, and he brings this unusual background to the 1st Century Palestine of Jesus, Pilate, the Roman army and the Jewish people, rebels and leaders.  The result is a gripping novel, which gave me such a refreshing insight into the Christian story I thought I knew so well.  I really found I could smell and feel the world into which Jesus came to die and rise again and thoroughly recommend this historical novel.”  Rico Tice

"John I read a lot of books, including biblical novels. I can highly recommend reading your book. It took the Gospel stories from another point of view, which included thoughts and questions by people like Pilate. A fabulous read. I looked forward to the next book." Sarah P, Newmarket

 “Here is the great story grippingly and graphically told. A very good read indeed. The narrative is confident, imaginative and fast-paced. There is a real sense of time and place. John Bridges knows his theology and history intimately. Everything has an authentic ring: from how the first century Judeans understood the messiah’s advent to how Roman soldiers wore their equipment.  This is Bridges's first Maximus novel. Bring on the second, John!” Alan Riley, Dorchester