Sally Christie

Sally Christie is the author of the acclaimed Mistresses of Versailles trilogy, which includes "The Sisters of Versailles," "The Rivals of Versailles," and "The Enemies of Versailles." The series brings to vivid life the scandalous world of the royal court of Louis XV through the eyes of the Mailly-Nesle sisters and Madame du Barry. Christie's meticulously researched historical fiction captures the intrigue, passion, and political machinations of eighteenth-century France. Before turning to writing, she worked in the development sector in countries around the world. She holds degrees from the University of Pennsylvania and SOAS, University of London.