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Christopher Moore’s book "Lamb" humorously explores the missing years of Jesus’ life through the eyes of Biff, the Messiah’s best friend who is resurrected to record their extraordinary travels. The narrative blends biblical themes with fantastical elements—magic, healing, kung fu, corpse reanimations, and demonic encounters—creating a blend of comedy and heartfelt storytelling.
First publish date: 2002
Genre: Humorous Fiction/Comic Satire
Authors: Christopher Moore
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