The Mercies by Kiran Millwood Hargrave
Set in the early 17th century on the remote Norwegian island of Vardø, the story unfolds after a devastating storm kills most of the island's men, leaving the women to fend for themselves. As they adapt to their new reality, a Scottish commissioner arrives with his wife, bringing with him a wave of suspicion and religious fervor. The narrative explores themes of survival, community, and the destructive power of fear, as the women face the threat of witch hunts and grapple with their own identities and relationships in a patriarchal society.
- Published
- 2020
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Medium
- Pages
- 300-400
- Original Language
- English
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(4.5)
- Alternate Titles
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