Summoning the Powers of the Bridhet Bishop Widch

Bridget Bishop was one of the women accused of witchcraft during the Salem witch trials in colonial Massachusetts in 1692. She was the first person to be tried and executed for witchcraft in the trials. Bridget was known to be a strong and outspoken woman, which made her stand out in the conservative Puritan society. Born around 1632 in England, Bridget Bishop moved to the town of Salem in the 1660s with her husband Thomas Oliver. She was married three times, and each marriage ended in the death of her husband. This undoubtedly raised suspicions among her neighbors and contributed to the accusations of witchcraft against her.

Might check out another in the series if reviews had good things to say about the plot itself but this was disappointing.

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This undoubtedly raised suspicions among her neighbors and contributed to the accusations of witchcraft against her. Bridget was also known for her eccentricities. She dressed provocatively, wore colorful clothing, and had a reputation for being flirtatious.

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epinyan's review

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

faile12's review against another edition

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

joymarieanderson's review

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

nikkitaco's review against another edition

katiekeepsreading's review against another edition

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

itschelseaw's review

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

I really wanted to like this book. Meg Cabot was one of my favorite authors growing up, and we’re from the same home town. One of my fondest memories is my mom buying me so many of her books at a book signing she did, they were my prized possessions in middle and high school.
This book though? Oof. Felt very old school YA (back when there was a whole teen division in publishing), and incredibly repetitive. Did you know Jess was the Chosen One?? And Esther was the Bringer of Light? Did you forget? Don’t worry, I’ll remind you!!
The whole “Derrick has a secret” thing was anticlimactic but oh well.
This book felt very much like a publisher urged Meg Cabot to write a witchy romance book for the tiktok algorithm. Like… the booktok-ification of the publishing world has to stop! It’s too much!
1 use of the word “paws” as substitute for male hands, only this time it was Derrick thinking it about Will.
Will is an alcoholic right? Like… that’s what was going on… right? He’s truly the part of the book I found most interesting - if he already had a crush on Jess but her love spell didn’t work why did he start acting obsessed randomly? If the love spell didn’t work then why does he act guilty/love struck around her still? My dude it’s been (probably) 15 years since then!!

caseyreadsalotofbooks's review

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

mia_reads_romance's review

All American Girl is one of my all time favorite teen books so I've been really excited to explore Meg Cabot's adult books recently. This is the fourth one I've read and while I think she is a really talented writer I think teen characters are where she shines. Ester and Gabby ended up being my favorite characters in this one. I loved their relationship and how they supported each other! I also thought Ester was a great character overall! I loved how unfazed she was by all the paranormal happenings. I also really enjoyed the way she was able to resolved the town's issues. I never connected with Jessica the same way. I appreciated her feminism but it sometimes came up at inappropriate times. It is true that things women like are often considered silly but that doesn't mean that sending your friends make up photos support should come over learning how to save the town. I also didn't love her and Derrick's relationship. It moved really quickly but they also didn't trust each other very well. Also it's never fun to see fully grown adults still dealing with stuff from high school. I know it happens sometimes but it's not ideal. At the end of the day I'm glad I read this one but I'm not sure I'll continue the series.

Thanks to netgalley, Meg Cabot and Avon for letting me read this one early! All opinions are my own.

jjnb95's review

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

percyflies's review against another edition

This was a fun enough reading experience throughout but just for the vibes.

Very autumnal/Halloween appropriate book. However, there is a big event we’re leading up to that ends in the most anticlimactic way that made the rest of the build up feel pointless.

Also didn’t buy into the romance being anything but lust.

Might check out another in the series if reviews had good things to say about the plot itself but this was disappointing.

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"When witches go riding, and black cats are seen, the moon laughs and whispers, 'tis near Halloween."

These actions were seen as evidence of her involvement in witchcraft by the Puritan community. In April 1692, Bridget Bishop was accused of bewitching five young girls and causing them to have fits and strange behavior. The girls claimed to have seen her spectral form tormenting them. This accusation led to her arrest and subsequent trial. During the trial, Bridget was described as having a "wicked look" and being "a scandalous woman." Many witnesses testified against her, claiming that she had harmed them or their family members through witchcraft. However, there was no concrete evidence presented to support these accusations. Despite the lack of evidence, Bridget Bishop was found guilty of witchcraft and sentenced to death by hanging. On June 10, 1692, she became the first person executed for witchcraft in the Salem witch trials. It is estimated that a total of 20 people were executed during the trials, with many others being imprisoned or facing various punishments. The Salem witch trials remain a dark chapter in American history, highlighting the dangers of mass hysteria and the consequences of baseless accusations. Bridget Bishop's case is a reminder of the injustice and fear that characterized this period, where innocent lives were lost due to superstition and prejudice..

Reviews for "The Bridhet Bishop Widch in Popular Culture and Media"

1. John - 2/5 stars - I was really disappointed with "Bridget Bishop Witch". The story was slow-paced and lacked any real excitement. The characters felt flat and one-dimensional, and I didn't form any emotional connection with any of them. Additionally, the plot was predictable, with no real twists or surprises. Overall, it was a forgettable read for me.

2. Sarah - 1/5 stars - I couldn't even finish "Bridget Bishop Witch". The writing was clunky and amateurish, making it difficult to immerse myself into the story. The dialogue felt forced and unnatural, and the descriptions were overly simplistic. The romance in the book was poorly executed and felt forced. It lacked depth and any genuine emotional connection. I would not recommend wasting your time with this book.

3. Emily - 2/5 stars - "Bridget Bishop Witch" fell short of my expectations. The historical setting had potential, but the execution was lacking. The author failed to fully capture the atmosphere and intricacies of the time period. The pacing was uneven, with some parts dragging on while others felt rushed. The plot was formulaic and lacked originality. Overall, it was a mediocre read that didn't leave a lasting impression.

4. David - 2/5 stars - I found "Bridget Bishop Witch" to be a dull and uninspiring read. The story lacked depth and failed to keep my interest. The characters came across as undeveloped and unrelatable. The plot felt disjointed and didn't flow smoothly. The writing style was also subpar, with clichéd phrases and awkward sentence structures. It's unfortunate, but I wouldn't recommend this book to others.

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