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Reviewed by Pikasho Deka for Readers' Favorite
Set in the late 17th century in Salem, Massachusetts Bay Colony, The Witch Hunter's Wife by Jessica Lunt follows the ordeal of a young, married woman during the Salem Witch Trials. It's been ten years since Caroline Choate moved to Salem with her husband, John, to begin a new chapter in her life. However, the last decade has not been kind to her. After several miscarriages and losing her babies, Caroline now has to learn to live with the fact that her husband is the reason for bringing so much misery to innocent women and men, accusing them of witchcraft. From neighbors to close family friends, John spares no one in his misguided attempt at justice. Now, Caroline must choose between her husband and the lives of innocent children.
The Witch Hunter's Wife is a poignant look at the plight of all those women who were wrongfully persecuted as witches in Salem centuries ago. Superstition and ignorance lead to injustice and cruelty, and the story illustrates this perfectly. Author Jessica Lunt tells a moving story inspired by one of the most shameful and tragic events in American history. It's a character-driven drama laced with tension and dread. Caroline's circumstances force her to live with a man who sees no wrong in persecuting people for his own ends. You can't help but sympathize with Caroline. Martha and Bridget were the other two impactful characters for me. Their endings are tragic, yet their lives were filled with compassion and empathy. Historical fiction aficionados will love this novella.
