Witch Child Summary
England, Mary Newbery is abducted by a wealthy woman before the suspicious mob turns
their lynching attentions to her. The book is written as a series of diary entries that chronicle
her many adventures as a 17th century orphan with genuine knowledge of witchcraft. Mary is
packed off to join Puritans headed to the New World. While they search for religious freedom,
Mary searches for a fresh start and a chance to live a life untainted by the suspicion of
witchcraft. She is informally adopted by good friends who accept her strong-willed nature
and and knowledge of herbs, medicines, and midwifery. To escape the oppressive atmosphere
of the village and the stringent Puritan expectations, Mary retreats to the woods where she
befriends a local Native American boy. Despite dire warnings from all who care about her,
Mary persists in keeping her journal, gallivanting through the woods, and making dangerous
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