In this third and final installment of the Jerusalem Series, Bodie and Brock once again write a phenomenal historical novel that readers of all genres will enjoy. The life of Claudia, Pilate's wife is intriguing, and she makes the perfect compassionate counter to Pilate's harsh and selfish ways. The insight of Bodie and Brock to the political and religious climate of the day is fascinating, and the story moves quickly keeping readers guessing as to how it will unfold. While this is the third book in the series, it can also be read as a standalone with no back story from the others.