Some stories leave a mark—deep, painful, and impossible to forget. ‘Accused of Witchcraft and Sorcery’, by Francine L. Zapater, is one of those novels. Based on true events, it immerses us in the unforgiving 17th century, a time when fear and ignorance condemned women like Blanche to the cruelest fate: the accusation of witchcraft.
Blanche is a young Frenchwoman who, after the brutal murder of her father, is forced to flee to the prosperous town of Terrassa. Her journey is fraught with violence and uncertainty, but also with love. Amidst danger, her heart becomes inextricably tied to Francesc Guinart, a bandit whose mere presence challenges the fate awaiting her.
But love alone is not always enough to survive in dark times. Blanche finds solace in the art of healing, yet the town sees her as a threat. Fear of the unknown, superstition, and hatred place her in the crosshairs of the ruthless sheriff, Antón Bardolet. And witch hunts show no mercy.
Francine L. Zapater delivers a haunting novel—a raw portrayal of a time when justice was handed down through flames. ‘Accused of Witchcraft and Sorcery’ is not just a story of impossible love and survival; it is a cry of defiance, a tribute to the countless women persecuted for daring to be different.
If you are drawn to historical novels that don’t shy away from the brutality of their era, if you are moved by the stories of courageous women who fight against an imposed fate, ‘Accused of Witchcraft and Sorcery’ is a book you cannot miss. Brace yourself for a heart-wrenching read that will keep you on edge until the very last page.
