One of my favorites! Cheryl Lassiter brings to light the historical account of the colonial life of Hampton, New Hampshire. She gives the reader the experience of walking in three hundred year old shoes; things are different. Between those Quakers, witches and debtors you best keep your nose clean. A great addition to any library. ( )

The author has taken a subject surrounded in mystery and has assembled extant documents concerning the life of this woman accused of witchcraft in a 17th century New England town. Ms. Lassiter gives a picture of colonial life and it's people who embellished their superstitions into crimes resulting in torture and imprisonment of what we might today call a "batty" old lady. It is a fun read for those who are interested in early times in America. I thank the author and Goodreads for a complimentary copy. ( )