Witch of the Glens

"Witch of the Glens" by Sally Watson is a historical fiction novel that places readers in 17th-century Scotland, amidst the chaos of civil war. The story centers around Kelpie, a spirited young girl from a wandering gypsy family, raised by an old witch and her cruel friend. As Kelpie navigates a world filled with witchcraft, peril, and societal unrest, she embarks on a journey to discover who she truly is, fueled by her ambition to become a powerful witch; the novel begins in Inverness, where a gypsy family faces accusations of theft and witchcraft, and soon Kelpie's escape from an angry mob showcases her cunning nature and desire for power, while her relationships with Mina and Bogle set the stage for her grappling with loyalty, deception, and the universal need to belong.