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Books > Religion & Spirituality > Alternative belief systems > Occult studies > Witchcraft
Can she save herself from a witch's fate?Martha is a feisty and
articulate young woman, the daughter of a wheelwright, living in a
Herefordshire village in Elizabethan England. With no mother
Martha's life is spent running her father's meagre household and
helping out at the local school whilst longing to escape the
confines and small-mindedness of a community driven by religious
bigotry and poverty. As she is able to read and is well-versed in
herbal remedies she is suspected of being a witch. When a landslip
occurs - opening up a huge chasm in the centre of the village - she
is blamed for it and pursued remorselessly by the villagers. But
can her own wits and the love of local stablehand Jacob save her
from a witch's persecution and death... A brilliant and
accomplished novel that perfectly captures the febrile atmosphere
of Elizabethan village life in an age when suspicion and
superstition were rife. Perfect for fans of Tracy Chevalier. What
readers are saying about The Wheelwright's Daughter: 'It's a
gripping story and such accomplished writing. I really enjoyed
every moment of working on it.' Yvonne Holland, editor of Philippa
Gregory and Tracy Chevalier 'A brilliant debut novel' 'An
interesting read and an impressive debut novel' 'A wonderfully
written story' 'A skilfully crafted story of love, betrayal,
superstition and fear in 16th century England.' 'This is a story of
courage, trust, betrayal and love.' 'A great historical novel I
loved.' 'Keeps you hooked til the end.' 'An excellent read, highly
recommended.' 'Full of historical detail and atmosphere' 'I enjoyed
this thoughtful and well-written story by Eleanor Porter.'
'Atmospheric and evocative'
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