The Betrayal of Maggie Blair by Elizabeth Laird is a historical fiction novel set in 18th century Scotland. Maggie is falsely accused of witchcraft but manages to escape execution only to be caught up in political and religious events of the era.
Laird writes with a strong and confident voice to tell this story set in a time that I was not familiar with. The characters are strong and sympathetic (except for one who is just an evil young woman).
I connected with many aspects of the novel such as the songs and poems that the characters quoted and sang. Growing up in a Southern household much of the folklore was familiar.
It is appropriate for young adults. The Lexile is around 5th grade, but I wouldn't recommend for a struggling reader.
Laird writes with a strong and confident voice to tell this story set in a time that I was not familiar with. The characters are strong and sympathetic (except for one who is just an evil young woman).
I connected with many aspects of the novel such as the songs and poems that the characters quoted and sang. Growing up in a Southern household much of the folklore was familiar.
It is appropriate for young adults. The Lexile is around 5th grade, but I wouldn't recommend for a struggling reader.
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