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Synopsis
Set in Colonial New England, Slewfoot is a tale of magic and mystery, of triumph and terror as only dark fantasist Brom can tell it. Connecticut, 1666. An ancient spirit awakens in a dark wood. The wildfolk call him Father, slayer, protector. The colonists call him Slewfoot, demon, devil. To Abitha, a recently widowed outcast, alone and vulnerable in her pious village, he is the only one she can turn to for help. Together, they ignite a battle between pagan and Puritan – one that threatens to destroy the entire village, leaving nothing but ashes and bloodshed in their wake. “If it is a devil you seek, then it is a devil you shall have!” A Macmillan Audio production from Tor Nightfire
Slewfoot: A Tale of Bewitchery: content & age rating
Intended for adult readers (18+).
This dark fantasy contains strong violence, bloodshed, religious persecution themes, and supernatural horror set against Colonial witch trial fears. Expect graphic battle scenes and intense pagan vs Puritan conflict.
What to know going in
This book has strong violence, mild sexual content, and moderate language. Content notes include torture, murder, death, and grief (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Teens drawn to dark historical fantasy and supernatural horror will find an atmospheric tale of outcasts fighting religious oppression.