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Quote by Mary Stewart

“I knew that I had turned my world back to cinders, sunk my lovely ship with my own stupid, wicked hands.”

Quote by Mary Stewart

Book:Nine Coaches Waiting

Work

Nine Coaches Waiting

This novel is a romantic fantasy set in the Tang Dynasty, featuring a young woman's journey to find her lost love amidst a backdrop of mystical occurrences and ancient Chinese folklore. more

Author

Mary Stewart, a British novelist, was born on September 17, 1916, and passed away on May 9, 2014. Known for her suspense, historical, and romance novels, her works have enjoyed great popularity among readers. more

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