"The Queen's Maries: A Romance of Holyrood" by G. J. Whyte-Melville is a historical romance set in the 16th century, revolving around Mary Stuart, Queen of Scots, and her devoted ladies-in-waiting, the Maries, as they journey from France back to Scotland. The story launches on an atmospheric autumn night in Calais, capturing Mary's poignant farewell to France and the electric feeling of both excitement and anxiety shared by her and her Maries as they prepare to face an uncertain future amidst the complicated politics of the time, with the young Scottish Archer Walter Maxwell playing a role. Exploring themes of loyalty, love, and political intrigue, this novel captures the essence of Mary Stuart's early reign through the eyes of her closest companions, promising a blend of personal drama and historical events.
The Queen's Maries: A Romance of Holyrood
By G. J. (George John) Whyte-Melville
Amidst political tensions and emotional farewells, a queen and her loyal ladies embark on a risky journey from France to Scotland, unaware of the dangers and romances that await them.
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About the AuthorGeorge John Whyte-Melville was a Scottish novelist much concerned with field sports, and also a poet. He took a break in the mid-1850s to serve as an officer of Turkish irregular cavalry in the Crimean War.
George John Whyte-Melville was a Scottish novelist much concerned with field sports, and also a poet. He took a break in the mid-1850s to serve as an officer of Turkish irregular cavalry in the Crimean War.
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