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I thoroughly enjoyed the way the author balanced historical context with modern-day struggles, creating a gripping narrative.

How can society ensure true freedom and empowerment for women across all spheres of life ❓❓❓

According to me, A gender-balanced workplace with equal pay for equal work, along with leadership roles and entrepreneurship opportunities for women, is crucial. Eliminating barriers like wage gaps and glass ceilings is essential for economic freedom.

Name of Book: Weyward

Author: Emilia Hart

Publisher: The Borough Press

Publication Date: 1 January 2023

No. of Pages: 378

Format: Paperback

Kate, 2019

Kate flees London – abandoning everything – for Cumbria and Weyward Cottage, inherited from her great-aunt. There, a secret lurks in the bones of the house, hidden ever since the witch-hunts of the 17th century.

Violet, 1942

Violet is more interested in collecting insects and climbing trees than in becoming a proper young lady. Until a chain of shocking events changes her life forever.

Altha, 1619

Altha is on trial for witchcraft, accused of killing a local man. Known for her uncanny connection with nature and animals, she is a threat that must be eliminated.

But Weyward women belong to the wild. And they cannot be tamed…

Weaving together the stories of three women across five centuries, Weyward is an enthralling novel of female resilience and the transformative power of the natural world.

My Opinion

*Weyward* by Emilia Hart is a powerful, thought-provoking novel that sheds light on the struggles of women throughout history. The book explores how society has long kept women from knowledge and education, labeling those who were educated or curious as witches. Through its fast-paced plot, Hart skillfully weaves together the stories of three women from different generations of the same family, illustrating how much—and how little—has changed in their experiences.

My favorite character, Violet, endures the most pain and shame. Her experiences reflect the harsh reality that women were, and sometimes still are, dismissed and disbelieved simply because of their gender. Her story resonates deeply, and the way Hart portrays her endurance is both heartbreaking and inspiring.

The novel sends a powerful message to women, encouraging them to break free from societal expectations and embrace their strength. I thoroughly enjoyed the way the author balanced historical context with modern-day struggles, creating a gripping narrative that doesn’t lag at any point. This book left a lasting impression, reminding me of the resilience women have shown in the face of oppression.

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