Helpful Score: 4
What a beautifully written book! Ms. Brooks certainly did her homework. The book is well-researched and "inspired" by her visit to the real "Plague Village" of Eyam, Derbyshire. She has developed for us a truly interesting cast of characters that the reader comes to care about deeply. At times her descriptions read like prose and draw you into the story so you can almost feel the cool breezes or the press of the heavy dampness.
The story is told from the point of view of Anna, a young widow of the plague. Her intelligence and strength of character provide a counter balance to the ignorance and superstition of the time, fueled by the raw fear of the plague. The book provides an interesting glimpse into the customs and culture of a time when smart women feared being labeled as witches and religious intolerance bred harsh punishments.
Highly recommended.
The story is told from the point of view of Anna, a young widow of the plague. Her intelligence and strength of character provide a counter balance to the ignorance and superstition of the time, fueled by the raw fear of the plague. The book provides an interesting glimpse into the customs and culture of a time when smart women feared being labeled as witches and religious intolerance bred harsh punishments.
Highly recommended.
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