This novel about the end times follows the exploits of four devout Catholics assigned by the pope to investigate the multitude of Marian Apparitions occurring all over the world. Based on his own visions and locutions, the pope perceives that the Catholic Church is about to suffer its Calvary while the world enters into World War III. He informs his personal secretary, that "We need to understand what the Blessed Virgin Mary wants of the Vicar of Christ to do, whether it's me or my successor." The four investigators are Monsignor Christian Donoghue who works for the Holy See; Father Jacque de Tonquédec of the Society Jesuits, an exorcist and parish priest of St. Denis in Paris, Paul Donoghue, brother of Christian and a prominent executive of the Bank For International Settlement (BIS) and a former member of Navy Seal Team 10, Petty Officer and recipient of the Medal of Honor, Anthony Rossi.

The investigative team is forewarned of the dangers involved. They are in harm's way. Traitorous co-religious in the Vatican and Luciferian world leaders learn of their plans and attempt to interfere, and if necessary, place the team members in mortal danger. So they plan a covert operation utilizing a network of reliable Catholics to assist them locally in each country. There are a number of surprising situations that arise during each visit to a Marian Apparition site including miraculous occurrences that they personally experience. Each team member is personally challenged by the Blessed Virgin Mary and by every visionary and seer that they meet. Secrets are conveyed collectively and to each member privately. There are tragic and horrible events, for example the nuclear attack on New York City where Anthony's entire family resides. With all that is going on, a romantic and lasting relationship arises between Anthony and a Portuguese Catholic "Gata", Amelia. Throughout all the turmoil, love blooms. However the mission must go on. The team must report to the pope, its findings and conclusions. They cleverly must overcome the obstacles to return to the Vatican. There are ramifications, some dangerous, to each team member and their loved ones.

Why Cross the Rubicon? The title represents a double entendre. One reason is because mankind is at the point of no return. This novel will make that clear. The other? You will have to read this novel to find out.

As the reader progresses through the novel it becomes apparent that centuries of Catholic end time prophecies may be fulfilled in our present times. Aside from the worldwide Chastisement and the start of World War III, there is a miraculous event at the end of the book, which ultimately will be an important means to initiate the Catholic Counter-Revolution worldwide. And the pope? The four team members? What are their destinies? That is a revelation for the reader to ascertain.

Dei perfecta sunt opera!