Everything Old is New Again

VESTA is the powerful ancient Roman goddess of the home and hearthfire. For centuries, her sacred fire was kept alight in her temple by the esteemed Vestal Virgins. Here, you’ll find Debra May Macleod’s novels on the Vestals - and much more - so that you can illuminate your life with the eternal flame, which burns still in the hearts and homes of people around the world.

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Need a Little Drama in Your Life?

See the sacred flame burn in the temple… feel its heat, hear it roar… immerse yourself in the world of ancient Rome and the Vestals with these action-packed, emotional historical fiction trilogies:

The First Vestals of Rome Trilogy

Rhea Silvia / Tarpeia / Amata

book cover of Rhea Silvia, statue with wolf and infants
book cover of Tarpeia, with statue of a woman looking at a bracelet and Roman soldiers

The Vesta Shadows Trilogy

Brides of Rome / To Be Wolves / Empire of Iron

book cover for Brides of Rome, with Vestal priestess walking into the temple
book cover for To Be Wolves, with image of a Vestal priestess looking out from a terrace over the temples of ancient Rome

FEATURED VIDEOS

From quick history lessons and videos on ancient coins to book series trailers, these popular videos are worth a watch. Visit the Videos Page for more.

 

Do You Have Questions In Your Life?

Just like astrologers read the stars, it is possible to “read” a candle’s flame. Whether your questions are big or small, serious or irreverent, the ancient practice of candle reading might help you discover the answers.

This fun nonfiction offering is perfect for readers who couldn’t help but light a candle while reading my novels about the eternal flame. In fact, the unique method used within is based on what I learned about ancient divination practices while researching my novels about the Vestal Virgins.

 

DEBRA’S BLOG

 

About the Author

 

Debra May Macleod, B.A., J.D. is a best-selling author of historical fiction set in ancient Rome and featuring the powerful Vestal Virgins. She is privileged to have been invited to participate in research excursions in the Roman Forum, the Forum of Caesar and Imperial Fora, including places inaccessible to the general public, and informs her writing with this invaluable perspective. 

Debra holds a Bachelor of Arts in English and Classics, as well as a Juris Doctor. An author with a true passion for her subject, she also writes about Vesta’s legacy in the modern world, including how she is honored today.