The King's Witches

Set against the backdrop of sixteenth-century Scotland, The King’s Witches by Kate Foster is a richly crafted historical novel that explores the lives of women amid the turmoil of witch trials and royal proceedings. The story follows Princess Anna’s journey to become queen, her loyal lady-in-waiting Kirsten, and young Jura, a healer drawn into the age’s witchcraft hysteria. Engaging and thought-provoking, the book offers a compelling look at love, duty, and the often-unheard voices of women during a turbulent historical period.