Book review: The Heretics Daughter
The Heretics Daughter
By Kathleen Kent
Set during the Salem witch trials of the late 17th century, Sarah Carrier is the eldest daughter of Martha Carrier, a victim of those trials. Smart, independent and strong willed like her mother, 10-year-old Sarah is forced to betray her family to save her own life when neighborhood resentment, jealousy and misunderstandings lead to careless accusations of witchcraft. Leading to misery and death, this ugly episode in American history is illuminated by this story of family love and hate, loyalty and truth. The author is a 10th generation descendant of Martha Carrier. The audio edition is read by actress Mare Winningham.
- Phyllis
Themocracy
I loved this book. I mistakenly requested the cd by mistake but I so loved hearing it read by Mare Winningham that I kept the cds & listened to it while I read the book. Well, I listened in the car running errands, & read at night. I loved it. Thank you so much!