Sarah Ridout has a Masters in Creative Writing (First Class Honours), from University College Dublin (UCD). 'Le Chateau' draws on her experiences as an expatriate, her knowledge of France, its people and customs. 'Le Chateau' is published by Echo Publishing. Sarah's next books are set in Russia and Australia respectively. Travel, and her twelve years living in Europe, provide immersion in other cultures. She enjoys reading, film, is an art lover and collector.