As the family of Barabbas and Chanah continue to spread across the known world, cauldrons of political and military chaos are beginning to boil across the Roman Empire. Nero has become increasingly erratic, and it's only a matter of time before the sharp knives of Roman politics finish him. Various successors begin to prepare. Who will strike first, and who will come out on top?

Meanwhile, the rebellion in Judea has intensified, the Jewish zealots having gained great influence over the minds of the people. Vespasian and his son Titus aim to put a permanent end to the insurrection. How many lives will be sacrificed on the great altar of Jerusalem? What will become of the Jewish Christians and the apostles and sisters who lead them? And where will Barabbas and his family find lasting peace?