The Witching Tide

Set in 17th-century England, The Witching Tide is a gripping historical novel that follows Martha Hallybread, a mute midwife and healer, whose tranquil life in the seaside village of Cleftwater is shattered by the arrival of a ruthless witchfinder, Silas Makepeace. As fear permeates the community and local women are falsely accused of witchcraft, Martha grapples with her role in the unfolding tragedy, torn between self-preservation and loyalty to her neighbors. With the haunting backdrop of a deadly witch hunt, the story explores themes of suspicion, betrayal, and the complexities of power, while Martha seeks solace and protection through a mystical wax doll passed down from her mother.