Bergman, Anya
The Witches of Vardo: THE INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER: 'Powerful, deeply moving' - Sunday Times
- ISBN 13:
- 9781786581952
- author:
- Bergman, Anya
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Manilla Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2024
- Pages:
- 416
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.9 x 2.3 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, Historical Fiction, General,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 2 working days
Description
In 1662, Norway was a treacherous place for women, where even innocent actions could be misinterpreted as witchcraft. For Zigri, the loss of her husband and son was already a devastating blow, but an affair with a local merchant would seal her fate. Sent to the fortress at Vardo, she faces a trial that will determine her fate. Her daughter Ingeborg sets out on a perilous journey to rescue her, accompanied by Maren, a young woman with a wild spirit and a family history of witchcraft. Meanwhile, Anna Rhodius, a woman once favored by the King of Denmark, finds herself trapped in the fortress, desperate to reclaim her privileged life. As Ingeborg and Maren venture into the unknown, they must confront the harsh realities of a world where women are often seen as threats to the established order. With the help of Anna, who has her own secrets and motivations, they will stop at nothing to save their families and uncover the truth. This gripping tale of love, loyalty, and survival is set against the dark and unforgiving backdrop of 17th-century Norway. With its rich historical setting and complex characters, The Witches of Vardø is a compelling and thought-provoking read.
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