To Be Wolves: A breathtaking novel of the Vestal Virgins

Peace is like a flame, easily extinguished, and Augustus Caesar now rules Rome, but his authority is fragile. Pomponia, the chief Vestal Virgin, is a valued member of Caesar's inner circle, but when a contagion starts to ravage the city, tensions rise among Romes inhabitants. Meanwhile, a malevolent nobleman called Soren starts plotting against her, threatening not just her friendship with Caesar but everything she loves.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 352 pages
\n Publication date: 28 October 2021
\n Publisher: Canelo
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Publishers Weekly After the turbulence of civil war,Augustus Caesar now rules Rome. Yet his authority is fragile,holding only so long as the people believe Romes gods support him,particularly the beloved goddess of home and hearth,Vesta. Pomponia,now chief Vestal Virgin,continues to devote her life to the goddess. She has risen to a position of esteem in Rome and is a valued member of Caesars inner circle. But when a contagion starts to ravage the city,tensions rise among Romes inhabitants. Meanwhile,a malevolent nobleman called Soren starts plotting against her,threatening not just her friendship with Caesar,but everything she loves...

After the turbulent years of civil war, Augustus Caesar ascended to the throne of Rome, bringing a sense of stability to the troubled city. However, his reign was precarious, relying on the belief of the Roman people in the support of their gods, particularly the revered goddess of home and hearth, Vesta. Pomponia, now the chief Vestal Virgin, dedicated her life to serving the goddess, rising to a position of esteem within Rome and becoming a cherished member of Caesar's inner circle. Yet, as the city faced a devastating contagion, tensions soared among its inhabitants.

Amidst this turmoil, a malevolent nobleman named Soren emerged, plotting against Pomponia and threatening not only her friendship with Caesar but everything she held dear. Soren's motives were shrouded in mystery, and his actions were calculated to undermine the foundations of the Roman empire. Pomponia, determined to protect her beloved city and the goddess she served, found herself caught in a web of danger and intrigue. As the stakes grew higher, Pomponia realized that she must rely on her wits, her loyalty, and the support of her fellow Vestal Virgins to unravel Soren's plot and preserve the peace and stability of Rome.

In this gripping sequel to "Brides of Rome," Debra May Macleod takes readers back to the meticulously researched world of ancient Rome. With her vivid storytelling and deep understanding of Roman history, Macleod transports readers to the heart of the city, where the Vestal Virgins played a pivotal role in shaping the course of the empire. "The Vestals: A Mystery of Rome" is a captivating tale that blends mystery, intrigue, and romance, offering a fresh perspective on the lives of these enigmatic women and the power struggles that unfolded within the Roman society.

\n Weight: 250g\n
Dimension: 128 x 198 x 25 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781800326781\n \n