The Manningtree Witches

Essex. 1643. In a village depleted of its menfolk as a result of the Civil War, the womenfolk left behind are left largely to their own devices until the self-appointed  Witchfinder General appears. A man who assumes authority and takes advantage of his position of power, makes damning accusations and seeds unease and distrust amongst the villagers. What must they do to escape persecution and what will they betray to protect themselves? A lyrical prose and an unsettling and compelling historical novel.