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A review by justinenoon82
The Village Healer's Book of Cures by Jennifer Sherman Roberts
dark
informative
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Animal cruelty, Animal death, Cancer, Death, Hate crime, Physical abuse, Torture, Violence, Murder, and Sexual harassment
Moderate: Child abuse, Child death, Mental illness, Misogyny, Medical content, and Religious bigotry
Minor: Excrement, Abortion, and Death of parent
This book contains detailed descriptions of 17th-century herbal remedies and healing practices. The plot involves a murder victim with strange symbols carved into their body, which may be disturbing for some readers. The protagonist faces intense persecution and threats to her life due to accusations of witchcraft.