![]() While there are many excellent nonfiction books recounting the lives of the individuals involved in the Salem witch trials, some of the most evocative works are in the historical fiction category. Not only was Martha the first person to be accused of witchcraft in Andover, but she was eventually labeled the “Queen in Hell,” a title that followed her for the remainder of the witch trials. Argumentative or outspoken women were frequently early targets during witch trials, and Martha Carrier was known to be an outspoken woman who often quarreled with her neighbors. The couple and their five children lived in Andover, an area that had more people accused of witchcraft in 1692 than any other place in Essex County, including Salem. Many are unaware of the unique story of Martha and Thomas Carrier. In recognition of Valentine’s Day, we present the little known, and extraordinary, love story of two seventeenth-century individuals. ![]()
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