Priests and Magi

This historical poetic prose short story takes place in mid sixth century BC Greece during the time of Cyrus the Great, the Shah of Persia. It involves mystery and espionage. It is based on actual events as recorded by Herodotus...and it has a few twists. "The Oracle of Delphi sits alone in a room beneath the Apollo Temple which was built over that holy space, the space where the crevice had opened from beneath the earth to give us that wonderful gift of communion with the sacred gods. There she sits, to guide us all and answer our concerns." The Oracle was a powerful priestess of Apollo in ancient Greece. She directed the rich and influential by giving them communications from the gods. But her messages could be misinterpreted -- or were they deliberately misleading? This is my poetic prose prelude which serves as the first chapter to my historical espionage mystery novel with a touch of romance, The Spy of Delphi:That Which is Hidden, which is the first book of my quadrilogy, "Priests and Magi". It was first written and published as an independent poetic prose.

Previously published as The Oracle of Delphi: That Which is Hidden. Dive into an espionage thriller where the Magi operate in the shadows-not as mystics, but as political power players. Thalia, high priestess of Delphi, carries a terrible burden -- one that could destroy the man she loves and shatter her own soul. Yet as she is drawn into the web of a sinister cabal plotting to assassinate Cyrus the Great, she discovers that her past and the present conflict are inextricably tied. In the face of betrayal, espionage, assassination plots, and ancient vendettas, Thalia must unravel the truth before it's too late. The Spy of Delphi: That Which is Hidden (Priests and Magi Book 1)-A gripping historical thriller of power struggles, secrecy, and survival. She escaped being high priestess-but she couldn't escape the forces controlling her. In a world of spies, political betrayal, and hidden agendas, freedom comes at a cost. Perfect for readers who love cloak-and-dagger intrigue, ancient thrillers, and the complex world of Greece and Persia. I'm a classical archaeologist. This novel is plot- and character-based with well-developed characters and arcs, combining enigmatic mystery, espionage, and romance against a rich historical background. It has an intricate plot for which I've made much effort toward creating a captivating mystery. I am committed to historical accuracy and to weaving real events seamlessly into the narrative.