These are the so-called lost years in the life of Jesus of Nazareth, the years strangely absent from the Christian narrative before he took up his public ministry at the age of thirty. The story is told from the viewpoint of his younger cousin, Veronica. Their mothers are sisters, and from the outset Mary and Salome's deep bond is reflected in the lives of the young cousins. Two stories are entwined as one; that of the man Jesus as he studies and travels through distant lands, slowly coming to terms with his extraordinary mission. And it is the story of the women who profoundly impacted his life. He often told them he would only accomplish his work if they stepped up to fulfill their destinies alongside him. Veronica narrates her own experiences in Palestine, Brittany, and Egypt, enriched with visionary glimpses of her cousin on his travels. A second voice follows Jesus during those long years when he is far from his family and all that he knows, studying with the Masters of his day, in turn sharing his wisdom and compassion with the many who are drawn to him. When at last he returns to Nazareth, the two voices join, bringing the story to a close at the baptism in the River Jordan. The story finds its heart in the great cultural crossroads of Jerusalem, where the various Jewish sects collide under increasing pressure from Rome. The teachings of the Master Jesus are as relevant today as they were 2,000 years ago.

Eye Witness to the Ministry of Jesus begins where The Lost Years (the first book in the series) left off, with Jesus' baptism in the River Jordan. It parallels the four Gospels, but this story is told through the eyes of his cousin Veronica who recalls their travels together and the teaching and healings that take place along the way. Jesus draws both male and female disciples into his work. This is a patriarchal world, and Jesus' elevation of women creates friction among his followers and condemnation from the Jewish establishment. John (the Baptist) is beheaded and Jesus' ministry takes on a new sense of urgency. He teaches his inner circle ancient rituals he learned in India, Persia and Egypt, integrating them with Jewish traditions and the sacred cycle of celebrations. Some in the Sanhedrin join forces with their Roman occupiers to bring judgment upon Jesus. Until the end, many of his followers believe he will challenge their oppressors. But he knows they'd only pursue him, and chooses to use events to demonstrate the lie of death and eternality of life. The men scatter while a group of women who had been trained in the mystery schools gather at the cross, forming a matrix of support as he travels into the underworld and back, transformed in the light of resurrection. Jesus remains with his followers for forty days, intensively interacting with them and pushing them to step into their own power and authority. He ultimately ascends, while Roman persecution continues to increase. Veronica and James' marriage deteriorates; factions begin forming around John, Paul and Jesus' brother James. Many decide to take the teachings of their Master out into the world. His many followers gather together one last time near Jerusalem to share their plans and say goodbye. The fire of spirit rains down upon a group gathered to hear Paul speak, and later upon Jesus' closest followers, awakening the spark of inner divinity, preparing them for the great work that lies ahead.