Notes on an Execution - Lenten Reflections on the Last Days of Jesus

Experience Holy Week as if for the first time... first hand.
Bestselling novelist and broadcaster Rhidian Brook invites you to step back into the story of Holy Week and see it unfold as if you were there.
Told as a series of vivid, real-time eyewitness reports, Notes on an Execution takes you from Jesus' arrival in Jerusalem to his execution and beyond, without the cushion of hindsight. You stand among the crowds and disciples, experiencing each moment with all its original tension, shock and surprise - full of the confusion and hope felt by those who first encountered Jesus.
A moving final reflection explores what Easter means for us today, with thoughtful questions for personal meditation or group discussion.

Rooted in biblical accounts and historical insight, Notes on an Execution brings fresh life to a story that has shaped the world for two thousand years. Perfect for Lent reading, small groups or personal devotion, it will help you see the story you thought you knew with new eyes... and feel its urgency and wonder afresh.

About the author

Rhidian Brook is an award-winning writer of fiction, television drama and film. His novels have been translated into 25 languages. His third novel, The Aftermath (Penguin, 2013), was made into a feature film starring Keira Knightley.

Product details

• Authors: Rhidian Brook
• Publisher: O'Reilly
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 11.12.2025
• EAN: 9780281091720
• ISBN: 978-0-281-09172-0
• No. of pages: 96
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > Religion/theology > Christianity; Non-fiction book > Philosophy, religion > Religion: general, reference works; RELIGION / Spirituality, Bibles, RELIGION / Holidays / Easter & Lent, Easter, Criticism and exegesis of sacred texts, Prayers & liturgical material, RELIGION / Christian Living / Devotional, Biblical Studies & Exegesis, Devotional material