First published 2012
In the shadow of King James I's reign, a Catholic noblewoman fights to clear the names of accused witches. As the Pendle witch trials loom, Alice Nutter must navigate a treacherous web of religious persecution, political intrigue, and ancient superstitions to save her friends from the gallows. With her very life on the line, Alice's quest for justice becomes a battle for the soul of a nation torn apart by fear and fanaticism.
Genres: historical-fiction, suspense, mystery, thriller, historical-fantasy, historical-drama
Vibes: atmospheric, dark, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: enemies-to-allies, fight-for-justice
Setting: Pendle, Great Britain, England, Lancashire (England)
Period: 17th Century, James I, 1603-1625
224 pages · Hardcover · Grove Press