The Blossom of the Soul

By Valerie Christie

Snapshots from the life of Mary, Queen of Scots, as told by Mary Seton.

Mary Seton,once lady-in-waiting to Mary, Queen of Scots is nearing the end of her life. From a Benedictine convent in northern France, she tells the story of her life with the Queen; a tale of friendship, loyalty, tragedy and redemption.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Lulu.com
• Release date: Jun 10, 2016
• ISBN: 9781326698553

Valerie Christie

Valerie Christie lives happily in a small town in Southern California with her three cats and a library full of good books which she enjoys reading. Valerie was educated in Mexico and France, and traveled extensively in Europe. She speaks French, Spanish, and Italian. Pastimes include long walks through friendly neighborhoods and pretty gardens. She has a great love of seashells, flowers, the ocean, and the writings of the French saint Thérèse of Lisieux.

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