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Ryan Hall's avatar

Great list. Just yesterday I read a really good short story from Elizabeth Gaskell called Lois the Witch, that dealt with the hysteria and injustice of the Salem witch trials and its tragic consequences.

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Melissa Makarewicz's avatar

Oh wow! Thanks for sharing, Ryan. I haven't heard of that one. I'm definitely going to look it up!

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Kerry Sutherland's avatar

I liked The Hour of the Witch, but haven't read any of the others - going to snag some at the library now, thank you!

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Melissa Makarewicz's avatar

:) You always make my day!

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Daria Diaz's avatar

I'm a big Chris Bohjalian fan, so I've read Hour of the Witch. I have The First Witch of Boston on my Kindle. I think it was an Amazon Prime free book. I'm definitely going to put it at the top of my list. Thanks for the other recommendations because I needed some more books (not). I'll be checking those out. Thanks!

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Melissa Makarewicz's avatar

Yay! Thank you for stopping in Daria. I'm always excited to share now books. I know most of us don't need a longer TBR, but it's fun to add to it anyways. I hope you have a great week of reading.

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Rekha O’Sullivan's avatar

Just finished The Last Witch by C.J. Cooke which is based on the incredible story of Helena Scheuberin - highly recommend.

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Melissa Makarewicz's avatar

Hello, Rekha! Thank you for sharing. It's nice to be surrounded by fellow book lovers.

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Rae's avatar

Love this list! I read "Hour of the Witch" and enjoyed. I have The First Witch of Boston downloaded but haven't gotten to it yet. BTW I also like your inserted YouTube link. I listen to many similar playlist pieces every time I read. Especially like the background of rain. 😉 Happy Reading & Writing! 😃

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Melissa Makarewicz's avatar

Hello, Rae! Thank you for your lovely comment. It always makes my day to meet other readers who enjoy the same books. I love having ambience videos playing when I’m working and reading. Feel free to dm me some of your favorites. Happy reading! ❤️

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A Writer’s Journey's avatar

Wow, inspiring.

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