Continuing his unparalleled literary quest to explore the immediate human fallout surrounding the crucifixion, D.S.Llliteras"s latest novel follows Addan, a young boy searching for his father, a disciple of Jesus. Along the way, Addan encounters bandits, lepers, and con men before teaming up with Jeshua, an entertainer and opportunist, who protects the boy while at the same time using him to help swindle unsuspecting strangers. Like all of the best fiction characters, Addan"s story mirrors our own search for a faith to help us understand and see us through our turbulent and troubled times.