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The Gray Apostle: Mission of the Messiah Paperback – July 13, 2022

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The Gray Apostle: Mission of the Messiah is based on the biblical events of Jesus ministry, from birth to his passion and death. The action is pitted between two groups: the occupying Roman forces led by ruthless intelligence officers, and youngsters guided by the mysterious gray apostle. The Roman officer who will be a thorn in the side of Jesus’ ministry is a counterintelligence officer who runs undercover operations to maintain the Pax Romana. He is opposed by another shadowy figure who supports Jesus’ mission, the gray apostle. He guides three young Jewish children (Jonathan, Sapphira, and Ananias) who are drawn to Jesus by different paths, all converging under his leadership. They are trained in intelligence operations and conduct missions behind the scenes in support of Jesus’ mission.

The action tracks the events of Jesus’ life from the youngsters’ perspective. They confront opposition to Jesus from both the Romans and many Jewish leaders. They assist the mission that culminates when Jesus enters Jerusalem.

Meanwhile, Roman intelligence forces seek to monitor and crush Jesus and his followers along the way. They recruit key players (Judas, Caiaphas) and manipulate others (Pilate) to ensure the harsh Roman peace. After the youngsters think they have succeeded in their mission they are horrified by the Crucifixion. It is up to the gray apostle to bring clarity to the shocking event.
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    The Gray Apostle
  2. Print length
    377 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Publication date
    July 13, 2022
  5. Dimensions
    6 x 0.85 x 9 inches
  6. ISBN-13
    979-8837349461
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0B67WYW5S
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Independently published (July 13, 2022)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 377 pages
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 979-8837349461
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.11 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.85 x 9 inches
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Edward J. Barr

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Colonel Edward J Barr USMC (Ret) is a career intelligence officer who has worked with all major intelligence agencies, including the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA), and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). Ed teaches in the Master of Arts in Security and Intelligence Studies program at Northeastern University in Boston. He has been published in several professional journals and newspapers. In recent years he earned a Master of Theology degree and has added teaching adult education relation classes to his teaching duties. Ed’s public speaking engagements focus on intelligence, military, and religious themes. He uses his unique background to create biblical and religious themed novels, of which “The Gray Apostle: Mission of the Messiah” was the first. The second book in the series, "The Gray Apostle: Roman Justice," was released Spring 2024.

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joefig3
5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding!
Reviewed in the United States on August 18, 2022
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A unique read on the final years of the life of Jesus. The story and main personalities are well known; but Barr tells the story from an intelligence and counterintelligence (CI) operations perspective. Complete with asset handling, “black bag” ops, “dry cleaning”, “cutouts”, and many other tradecraft techniques, he broadens the story to shed light on peripheral figures “in the gray” who are the true catalysts to the outcome of this story (and many others throughout history). I read it in one sitting and very much look forward to what comes next from Mr. Barr!
Semper Fi!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Not to be missed!
Reviewed in the United States on July 15, 2022
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This engaging story transports young readers back in time to imagine themselves with a front row seat to key events surrounding the early ministry of the 12 Apostles. It reminds us that young people are well positioned to make a positive difference, then, and now.
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Joshua Lamers
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent!!
Reviewed in the United States on August 3, 2022
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A historical fiction masterpiece written by an amazing author! I know Ed Barr and I've enjoyed reading his other published articles. Can't wait to see what he'll be releasing next.
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Steven M OReilly
5.0 out of 5 stars Thrilling and Mysterious Story
Reviewed in the United States on July 15, 2022
I really enjoyed this book! "The Gray Apostle" is an innovative piece of story-telling and historical fiction. Mr. Barr tells a suspenseful and mysterious 'spy vs spy' story that is woven into the Gospel account. Along with historical figures found in scripture, the reader is introduced to an interesting set of 'new' characters. Also, the writer does a masterful job of including the geography, customs, and other details of the period, while keeping the story humming along. I can definitely see the possibilities for more to come -- and, I hope we will see more from Mr. Barr! I certainly recommend this book.
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