In this time-bending adventure from William Stevenson, the fate of Julius Caesar, one of Rome's greatest leaders, hangs in the balance. It is up to Ricky to confront his own fears and change the course of history.
Ricky and Pop Pop take a dream trip to ancient Rome where they meet a young Julius Ceasar. Ricky learns that young Julius, upon the death of his father, had to become the leader of the family at the age of sixteen. Julius has to go into hiding when a new leader orders him killed. Ricky and Pop Pop help young Julius by asking the priestesses to help bring him back to Rome safely.