"This witch is getting jitched" There once was a witch named Matilda who lived in a little cottage by the dark forest. She was known for her powerful magic spells and potions. However, her life was about to take an unexpected turn. One day, while collecting herbs in the forest, Matilda stumbled upon a mysterious potion recipe. The recipe promised to grant her unlimited power and make her the most powerful witch in the world. Excited by this discovery, she immediately started gathering ingredients and preparing the potion.
In June of 1692, the special Court of Oyer (to hear) and Terminer (to decide) sat in Salem to hear the cases of witchcraft. Presided over by Chief Justice William Stoughton, the court was made up of magistrates and jurors. The first to be tried was Bridget Bishop of Salem who was found guilty and was hanged on June 10. Thirteen women and five men from all stations of life followed her to the gallows on three successive hanging days before the court was disbanded by Governor William Phipps in October of that year. The Superior Court of Judicature, formed to replace the “witchcraft” court, did not allow spectral evidence. This belief in the power of the accused to use their invisible shapes or spectres to torture their victims had sealed the fates of those tried by the Court of Oyer and Terminer. The new court released those awaiting trial and pardoned those awaiting execution. In effect, the Salem Witch Trials were over.
A strong belief in the devil, factions among Salem Village families and rivalry with nearby Salem Town combined with a recent small pox epidemic and the threat of attack by warring tribes created a fertile ground for fear and suspicion. Ask your students to write down what they know about the religion to which they ascribe, or the rules that they have to follow as a result of being a part of their particular cultural heritage or society.
Excited by this discovery, she immediately started gathering ingredients and preparing the potion. After several hours of brewing and mixing, the potion was ready. Matilda took a deep breath and drank the glowing elixir.
Salem Witch Trials of 1692
In January of 1692, the daughter and niece of Reverend Samuel Parris of Salem Village became ill. William Griggs, the village doctor, was called in when they failed to improve. His diagnosis of bewitchment put into motion the forces that would ultimately result in the hanging deaths of 19 men and women. In addition one man was pressed to death; several others died in prison, and the lives of many were irrevocably changed.
But instead of feeling stronger, she started to feel strange. Her body began to change, and she could no longer control her spells. To her horror, Matilda realized that she had been jinxed. The potion had turned her into a clumsy witch, causing her spells to backfire and go haywire. Instead of turning a frog into a prince, it turned him into a donkey. Instead of making flowers bloom, her spells made them wither and die. Matilda's reputation as a powerful witch quickly crumbled. People around the village started to mock her, calling her "the jinxed witch." The once-respected sorceress became the laughingstock of the town. Children played pranks on her, and even animals seemed to avoid her. Feeling defeated and desperate, Matilda set out on a quest to undo the jinx. She traveled far and wide, seeking help from other witches and wizards, but no one could break the spell. It seemed that the jinx was too powerful to be undone. However, on her journey, Matilda met a wise old owl who lived in a magical tree. The owl told her that the key to breaking the jinx wasn't in a spell or potion, but within herself. She needed to find her inner strength and believe in her abilities, even if they seemed faulty. With newfound determination, Matilda returned to her cottage and started practicing her magic. She embraced her new quirks and learned to work with them instead of against them. Slowly but surely, her spells began to improve, and she regained some of her lost confidence. Word of Matilda's perseverance and resilience spread throughout the village, and people began to admire her once again. They saw her as an inspiration, instead of a jinxed witch. Matilda even started teaching young witches and wizards, passing on her knowledge and wisdom. In the end, the jinx turned out to be a blessing in disguise for Matilda. It taught her humility, resilience, and the importance of believing in oneself. She became a better witch, not just in terms of magic but also in character. So, the story of Matilda, the jinxed witch, serves as a reminder that setbacks and failures can sometimes lead to our greatest growth and achievements. It is a tale of embracing imperfections and finding strength in the face of adversity..
Reviews for "Coven of Love: This Witch is Getting Jitched"
1. Amanda - 2 stars - I really wanted to like "This witch is getting jitched" as I'm a big fan of witch stories. However, I found this book to be quite disappointing. The storyline was weak and predictable, with no real surprises or twists. The characters were also underdeveloped and lacked depth, making it hard for me to connect with them. Overall, I felt like I was just going through the motions while reading this book, and I wouldn't recommend it to fellow witch fiction lovers.
2. Mike - 1 star - I couldn't even finish "This witch is getting jitched" because I found it extremely boring and unoriginal. The plot was cliché and lacked any excitement or intrigue. The writing style was also dull, with minimal descriptive language and flat dialogue. I had high hopes for this book, but unfortunately, it fell short in every aspect. I would advise others to save their time and skip this one altogether.
3. Sarah - 2 stars - I was initially drawn to "This witch is getting jitched" because of the catchy title, but the actual book itself was a letdown. The writing felt rushed and poorly edited, with numerous grammar and spelling errors. Additionally, the pacing was off, making it hard to stay engaged with the story. The characters were one-dimensional, and their actions often didn't make sense. Overall, I found this book to be a lackluster read, and I wouldn't recommend it to anyone seeking a well-written witchy adventure.