The Highest Priestess

This historical novel, The Highest Priestess: Mother of Alexander the Great, Olympia, aims to render justice to the life of Olympia, Queen of Ancient Macedonia, and mother of Alexander the Great. It also honours her contribution to our Western civilisation. The novel begins with the liturgical aspirations of Princess Myrtali of Epirus and traces her life with all of its complexities and passions until her eventual death. King Philippos of Macedonia gives Princess Myrtali the name, Olympia, and marries her. The Royal wedding takes place in Pella, the capital of Macedonia and Olympia becomes Queen. Olympia s love for King Philippos is endless. They have a son, Alexander. Although she is despised as a foreigner by some of the generals and citizens, Olympia High Priestess and Queen maintains her regal position with grace and dignity. What follows is a quest for power and sovereignty of the Macedonian throne.