Lee Martin
The Glassmaker's Wife
The Glassmaker's Wife
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In August 1844, Leonard Reed, a man near Heathsville, Illinois, dies of arsenic poisoning, and his wife, Betsey, is the prime suspect. A hired girl, Eveline Deal, and the local apothecary, James Logan, testify against her. Betsey is known as a witch, and as the gossip and circumstantial evidence mount, she finds herself on trial and facing a noose. This historical crime novel is inspired by the true story of Betsey Reed and explores the contradictions and imperfections of the human heart.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 248 pages
Publication date: 30 December 2022
Publisher: Dzanc Books
In August of 1844, a man named Leonard Reed suddenly falls violently ill at his home near Heathsville, Illinois, and four days later, he passes away. The cause of his untimely demise? Arsenic poisoning. The prime suspect? His wife, Betsey.
The chief witnesses against her? A hired girl named Eveline Deal, and the local apothecary, James Logan.
The evidence? Eveline claims she saw Betsey put a pinch of white powder in Leonard's coffee.
Betsey Reed, a woman known for her dabbling in herbal healing and often referred to as a witch within the town, finds herself facing the scrutiny of a trial and the impending threat of a noose.
As the gossip and circumstantial evidence mount, Betsey finds herself trapped in the midst of a societal pursuit for a villain. The community is hungry for answers, and they eagerly point their fingers at her.
In this gripping historical crime novel, inspired by the true story of Betsey Reed, author Lee Martin weaves a tale that delves into the complexities of the human heart. It explores the notion of a pinch of white powder, a scorched paper, and a community thirsting for revenge.
Through the eyes of a young girl named Eveline, we witness the unfolding events and the gradual unraveling of Betsey's innocence. As the trial proceeds, we are privy to the contradictions and imperfections that shape the characters, adding depth and complexity to the narrative.
Lee Martin's writing is masterful, with vivid descriptions and intricate plotlines that keep readers engaged from start to finish. The Trial of Betsey Reed is a captivating and atmospheric tale that will leave you pondering the nature of truth, justice, and the human condition.
ISBN-13: 9781950539482
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