Messiah Complex

By Toby LeBlanc

In every culture around the world, there is some sort of legend about a supernatural hero that appears and saves the day. Have you ever wondered what it must have been like to be that savior of the... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1420801732
• ISBN13: 9781420801736
• Release Date: November 2004
• Publisher: Authorhouse
• Length: 288 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 5.0" x 8.0"

Customer Reviews

Exceptional Story - Awesome Author

This is one of the best books I have ever read. After the first chapter, I could not put it down. The author weaves a spell binding story about what life would be like for a messiah in the modern day world. The characters are so well developed that you feel they are your friends. It makes you think about your morals without ever preaching religion. For a first novel, it is amazing! I can't wait for his next book.

A great book for discussion.

I think this book would make a good book for youth group type setting discussions. Each chapter has thought provoking ideas suitable for discovering one's own concept of the messiah found in all of us.

Through his eyes

"The Messiah Complex" is an entertaining and thought-provoking book in which the main character, a young messiah, struggles to figure out the puzzles and complexities of the world in which he finds himself. The character development is extraordinary prompting the reader to really connect with the characters. LeBlanc's presentation of the information through the perception of the messiah makes the reader want to learn more. Because there is a level of depth to this book that is hard to find elsewhere, it should be read cover-to-cover, not skimmed. LeBlanc has made an impression, and I am awaiting his next book.

Great First Attempt

In "Messiah Complex," a young messiah named Chris struggles to use his divine powers and knowledge responsibly, sometimes with dire earthly consequences. There is enough wit and humor to keep to the point without preaching to the reader or making a joke of religion. The book has its serious sides as well: Chris deals with the history of his conception, is ostracized from society, and struggles to maintain close relationships. LeBlanc did a good job of keeping the pretentious moments to a minimum, although a couple of moments should be expected since the main character is a messiah. LeBlanc is off to a nice start, and I'm looking forward to his next book.

Who would want to be a messiah now?

This book has great insight into the human condition. Finally someone has really tried to put themselves in a savior's shoes to find out what it would feel like. Though some of the ideas are a little pretentious and presumptuous, it really adds to the main character's image. I recommend this to anyone that has questions about God or existence, but don't feel like you have to know the Bible line by line to enjoy this good story.