Witches Were for Hanging Author:Patricia Crowther The year is 1645 and the infamous Matthew Hopkins, self styled Witchfinder General, is sweeping through Essex leaving a trail of torture and death behind him. The Nokes family are not only the real witches in this exciting novel, but are true heroines as well. Their attempts to outwit Hopkins leads them into many terrifying situations. This capt... more »ivating book leads you to bear witness to black magic, rape, passion, love and finally revenge. Has a frightening degree of authenticity.« less