Set against the backdrop of Jerusalem during Passover, the narrative explores the intense political climate as various factions vie for power. Judah leads a resistance against Roman rule, while Eleazar and Caiaphas pursue peace. Caleb, an unwitting shopkeeper, becomes entwined in the escalating tensions surrounding Jesus, a prophet viewed as a potential Messiah. Adam Winn intricately weaves historical and fictional elements, illuminating the multifaceted blame for Jesus' execution and providing fresh insights into the Gospel accounts through the lens of first-century realities.
