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This book is based on the Salem Witch Trials, seen through the eyes of a fictional girl. Susannah is a young girl who wants to be a part of the in crowd that meets in Titubah's kitchen. She eventually sees that things are not as innocent as they seem and finds herself immersed in a scandal that brings about disastrous results. This book expertly weaves non-fiction with fiction. ( )

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What a great historical novel about the Salem Witch Trials. Rinaldi gives the readers the insightful perspective through a protagonist who has witnessed the Salem Witch Trials from the very beignning--from the meetings of the Circle to the confession of Ann Putnam followed years after everything is put to rest.

The character development was wonderfully done with all the character included in the story, and all the major events regarding the history of the Salem Witch Trials (and even minor ones) are included. It was interesting to see the group of girls have a reason behind their "sickness" of calling out wiches rather than just making the reader speculate and come up with his/her own opinion of the story. Instead, we get a behind-the-scenes account with the protagonist as Ann Putnam reveals her sinister motivations.

Overall, an interesting read. ( )

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