The Green Lady

Mary, Queen of Scots, abdicates in favor of her infant son, and political turmoil mirrors in Fyvie Castle. Liliass marriage to Marie's nephew, Alexander Seton, goes awry, and he blames her for the birth of another daughter. The Green Lady is a shocking tale of intrigue, secrets, treachery, and murder, highlighting the precarious position of sixteenth-century women.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 10 March 2022
Publisher: Saraband / Contraband

1567, Scotland: A place where women had no place. Mary, Queen of Scots, finds herself forced to abdicate in favor of her infant son. She is left with only the loyalty of her ladies-in-waiting, particularly Marie Seton. Meanwhile, the political turmoil in the country unfolds behind the walls of the picturesque Fyvie Castle. Liliass marriage to Marie's nephew, the ruthlessly ambitious Alexander Seton, takes a turn for the worse after the birth of yet another daughter. He blames her and contemplates drastic action. To what lengths will a man go to secure a son and heir?

The Green Lady is a gripping tale of intrigue, secrets, treachery, and murder, based on actual events but presented from a unique perspective. It sheds light on the ruthless nature of power and highlights the precarious position of women in the 16th century, even those in privileged circumstances. The story unfolds as Mary, Queen of Scots, is forced to abdicate in favor of her infant son. She relies solely on the loyalty of her ladies-in-waiting, particularly Marie Seton. Meanwhile, the political turmoil in the country unfolds behind the walls of the picturesque Fyvie Castle. Liliass marriage to Marie's nephew, Alexander Seton, takes a turn for the worse after the birth of yet another daughter. Alexander blames Liliass and contemplates drastic action. The question remains: To what lengths will a man go to secure a son and heir?

Weight: 228g
Dimension: 129 x 196 x 26 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781913393328