Mary Bruton Sandifer is the author of Grapes and Old Stones, the chronicle of her French-American family’s winemaking adventures in France.  She was born in Washington DC where she earned her university degree in Literature.  After a peripatetic life in New York, London and Paris, home is now a hilltop above the Dordogne River where she works with her husband and children making wine at Domaine La Tourbeille. Check out her blog: “Grapes and Old Stones”.

Praise for Jeanne – Seeds of Infinity

“This beautiful novel is a love letter to the French countryside and its secrets.  Jeanne, the wonderfully flawed young heroine, stands alone against the forces of greed in a compelling tale of adventure, hard-won wisdom and the fragility of forest magic.
She is a heroine for the ages, and I loved her.“

Pamela Hogan, Emmy Award Winner Women, War & Peace

What people are saying about Jeanne: Seeds of Infinity

A gorgeous, timely novel, offering something we all need: hope. by tj
“Jeanne is a novel of enormous heart and beauty. I loved the magic and richness of its world: ancestral history, love of land, connection to Spirit and our own interconnectedness – many of the scenes read like poems.
It’s a gorgeously written, cinematic novel and an important one, too. Championing environmental stewardship and not just being dystopian, but offering hope, too.”

I was transfixed by 318
“From the beginning I found myself turning the pages just to see what would happen next. I didn’t want it to end…”

Jeanne: Seeds of Infinity is a wonderful read. by theresa
“I couldn’t put this book down and finished it in two nights. Jeanne is a young woman who showed strength and resilience in the face of significant adversity, and who was willing to challenge those in power no matter what it cost her. I am really hoping we will see Jeanne again in Volume 2.”

A fascinating tale, well told by kr
“A terrific read! It was difficult to put this book down. So many extraordinary twists and turns. Wonderful!!

Vivd images – engaging read! by gp
“… what stuck me most powerfully was the vivid imagery the author conjures. I felt like I was there, seeing the chateau, the farm house, and especially, the forests. The imagery was so powerful that themes from the book permeated my dreams at night. A unique and pleasurable experience.
Without giving anything away, the book is worth the read just for the description of the Rocklings. I say no more, except that I want to experience the Rocklings. A great read.”

Magical must read tale! by Dr. G
“…an AMAZING, magical tale with beautiful imagery, and the writing is sublime. Jeanne is the warrior we need to save our souls and our planet. Her evolution as a character, her psychological and emotional journey is so satisfying. I love that she is both so very human in her personal struggles at the beginning of her journey and ends up as a literal force of nature.
This tale takes us to some very dark places but also is a celebration of light and love persevering over evil.”

An enchanting treat! by hg
“This book is an absolute delight! It’s so many things at once: a romantic coming of age story with a sprinkling of the supernatural akin to fairy tales. Exquisite descriptions of nature and native plants that took my breath away. A story about injustice and threats to the natural world. At once meditative and fast paced. Can’t recommend it highly enough!”

Could not put the book down. The most captivating I’ve read in 5 years by dl GA
“I have recommended this book to all my friends.”

Wonderfully written and an engaging young heroine by pg
“… a very original coming of age story set in a lush countryside where Jeanne is beginning to see her parents as adults with their own strengths and flaws, as she discovers her own. The book weaves themes of nature, friendship, home, family love and duty throughout the choices Jeanne makes to live honestly and with bravery. An excellent read!”

A must read! by cf
“Wow! A well written, engaging, surprising, imaginative, and uplifting story!!
I am so impressed with the author’s talent and so happy to learn about this amazing spirit of a girl, Jeanne. I love the feel of the French countryside, and as I garden I find myself imagining – maybe the Rocklings will appear!
Thank you for making my life a little richer with your story.”

I couldn’t put it down! A great read! by mce
“What a beautiful book, romantic and magical, but also about injustice and our fragile environment. Set in one of the most beautiful places on earth, the French countryside. I couldn’t put it down! Jeanne is my hero!”

Jeanne: Seeds of Infinity

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