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Mary, Queen of Scots, queen without a country

by Kathryn Lasky (2002)

About this book

Mary, the young Scottish queen, is sent a diary from her mother in which she records her experiences living at the court of France's King Henry II as she awaits her marriage to Henry's son, Francis.

Setting / LocationFrance
Story EraModern Era
Protagonist / CoreMary, Queen of Scots, queen without a country Lead Character

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