"A rich and engaging tale that captivates readers from the first page. The depth of insight and development into characters is outstanding....This is a must read."RT Book Reviews, top pick
"[A.D. 30] showcases the New York Times best-selling author's gift for immersing readers in ancient settings, believable characters, and high-octane story lines."Library Journal, starred review
"The reigning king of Christian thrillers...kicks down the door of biblical fiction."Publishers Weekly
"This is the kind of book the term "sweeping epic" was made for."Booklist
"Dekker (Outlaw, 2013, etc.) makes the spiritual real...descriptions of the Nafud's dangers--think Lawrence of Arabia--are powerfully done, as are his portrayals of the perils posed by the clashing customs of Arabs, Jews and Romans."Kirkus Reviews
"[A.D. 30] may be a genre unto itself: part historical fiction, part spiritual self-help."New York Times
"An enjoyable read...Maviah's journey to redemption was very engaging and left me eager for the next installment."Jennifer Fleming, CBA Retailers and Resources