Killed Strangely

Set in 1673 Rhode Island, this compelling story explores the tragic death of Rebecca Cornell, a respected matriarch whose mysterious and devastating end sparks a complex web of rumors, legal intrigue, and community reactions. Through historical documents and vivid storytelling, the narrative provides a rare glimpse into seventeenth-century life and the societal challenges faced by Rebecca and her family. Elaine Forman Crane's account illuminates themes of domestic abuse and societal indifference that remain poignantly relevant across centuries.