Maybe 4 stars, but not sure. Being raised as a Christian, a lot of things said in this book made sense, however also many things didn't.

This is a very controversial book and has really challenged my Christian faith. How reliable though is the soure from her "friend from the other side?" Nevertheless, I enjoyed reading about the missing gaps of Jesus's life. Some of it made sense, some didn't. The good thing about this book is that it's easy reading.

I enjoyed her perspective

I loved the writer's style. It was very engaging. Books like this can get really dry but I never felt that way about Browne's work.
I loved that Browne asked questions about the inconsistencies between the gospels and her answers for many of the questions.
I have to say that the biggest issue I had with the book was what she had to say about the crucifixion and resurrection. This was not because of any clash with my personal religious beliefs but was due to the fact that what she said didn't seem plausible or reasonable to me.
Otherwise, I really enjoyed it and it gave me things to think about.

Another Sylvia Browne book down, and more confusion sets in. I'm still on the fence about her... either she's really off her rocker, or she's really onto something. Her ideas seem so far off base that they almost have to be true... or do they?

Anyways, this book was super boring. If you don't have a strong religious background or know a lot about the Bible, you are going to struggle through it like I did. The only two chapters that interested me was the crucifixion and the resurrection. She follows along the same lines that Dan Brown did in The DaVinci Code, saying that Jesus was married and his children carried on his bloodline. A quite believeable story, although I'm not sure if I believe it or not. It was a pretty quick read, albeit boring, but worth it if you like Sylvia Browne or religious books.

great

Great book, i recommend it to anyone interested in learning about the "true" life of Jesus.

Thought provoking but the author gets off topic in each chapter.

Sylvia's work is always controversial, and this one is no exception. However, I continue to enjoy her works for their unique ideas which give the reader pause, and this one is no exception.

This book had a big impact on me and helped me to heal from some of my religious trauma and regain a relationship with Jesus (and a new love for Mary Magdalene).

jean recommended this to me

I gave this one star: but in reality I could have given it 4 - because it was HILARIOUS! ;D

I'm amazed how many people get spiritual and academic advise from a Fortune Teller and her spirit guide (Francine?!). Yes she claims to do it out of the overflowing love of her heart. How many of you have checked her history and exactly how much she CHARGES for that overflowing advice? Anyone? Bothered to check? I didn't think so. NO surprise - those with no discernment generally don't research things for their lack of truth. Hey, whatever makes you feel good.

Most of what Sylvia teaches and claims is very common teachings from other gnostic spiritual wannabe's. But the fun difference is: She has Francine (her demon spirit guide) to help her keep the truth clear. Of course Francine claims there are NO SUCH THING as demons...just wonderful guiding spirits to enlighten the chosen few to help them make a few extra bucks off the gullible. Hey, would a demon lie about such an important issue? "Naaaah!"

The truth is Sylvia and Francine really hate conservative fundamental Christianity and its Biblical teachings. Yet she claims to love Jesus. How interesting - so do Muslims, Mormons, Jehovah's Witnesses, and numerous other cults and spiritual wacko's. And they all hate the truth of the Bible and historical Christian theology.

The solution: Do exactly the opposite of everything Sylvia and Francine say and teach. Then you should be okay!