I Walk in Dread: The Diary of Deliverance Trembley, Witness to the Salem Witch Trials, Massachusetts Bay Colony, 1691

In the midst of the Salem Witch Trials, a young girl navigates the turbulent waters of fear and suspicion that grip her community. Through her diary entries, she chronicles the intense emotions and societal upheaval that consume her everyday life in 1691 Massachusetts Bay Colony. Deliverance Trembley is not just a bystander; she becomes a reluctant witness to the chaos that erupts as her neighbors turn on one another, driven by paranoia and the desperate search for scapegoats.

Her writings expose the complexities of adolescence against a backdrop of harrowing events, depicting her struggles, friendships, and the crushing weight of societal expectations. As accusations fly and innocence shatters, Deliverance must confront her own beliefs and the morality of those around her. Readers are invited to experience the turmoil and the moments of clarity that arise amidst tragedy.

Through Deliverance’s eyes, the chilling reality of this dark moment in history unfolds, revealing the profound impact of fear on a community and the resilience of the human spirit. Her story resonates with timeless themes of courage, identity, and the quest for truth in a world steeped in dread.