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The Great Witch of Brittany, also known as La Grande Sorcière de Bretagne, is a legendary figure in Breton folklore. She is said to have possessed great magical powers and was known for her wisdom and guidance in the region of Brittany, a historical Celtic land in Northwestern France. According to the stories, the Great Witch of Brittany lived deep in the forests and was believed to have harnessed the forces of nature. It was said that she could control the weather, heal the sick, and even communicate with animals. People sought her help when facing challenges, seeking advice on important matters, or looking for remedies for various ailments. The Great Witch of Brittany was renowned for her ability to predict the future and had a vast knowledge of herbal remedies.

Originally from England, Corrag races north to Scotland at the request of her mother who is about to be hanged for witchcraft. By association, Corrag herself is viewed as a witch given her knowledge of herbs, healing, and her sensitive focus toward the natural world. Corrag’s grey mare takes her north, and the bond she shares with the animal (and the many she meets thereafter) is deep and heartbreaking. In fact, this entire novel is heartbreaking. Susan Fletcher’s writing style and her description of very specific details otherwise overlooked are astoundingly original and heartwrenching.

The massacre occured after the MacDonald Clan swore their oath albeit by a forced hand to King William too late, subsequently solidifying the Jacobite cause in Scotland for years to come. Corrag s tale is framed in that the story begins with her in jail awaiting execution while she tells her story to Charles Leslie, who in reality published the story of the Glencoe Massacre.

The Great Witch of Brittany was renowned for her ability to predict the future and had a vast knowledge of herbal remedies. She would often be approached by villagers seeking her wisdom and magical aid. It was believed that she possessed a deep connection with nature and the spiritual realm, allowing her to tap into a higher source of knowledge and power.

The Highland Witch

Priding herself on her hunting skills and fiercely independent, Rowan spent her first fifteen years living in the solitary highlands of 14th century Scotland. Abandoned as a babe but rescued by Elden the Seer, Rowan believes she is a child of the woods, never admitting even to herself the secret sadness of being a forsaken child.
Elden the Seer has visions of the future. But secrets of the past are circling to once again claim a woman he loves. The first time it was his mother, the Highland Witch. Now it is her daughter and his half-sister, Rowan. There is power in this family yes, but is it enough to forestall another death?
Colin of Dunrobin, helped defeat the English at the Battle of Bannockburn. His reward? Castle Lochalsh. But the prize comes with the obligation to marry the English daughter of the castle’s defeated owner Lord Landsmere.
It is this daughter, Gwynneth, who holds close to her twisted heart the hope of revenging the death of her parents. At sixteen years of age she has the English contempt for the highlanders and carries seeds of her mother’s love of the dark arts.
A brief glimpse of Rowan hunting, and his subsequent marriage to Gwynneth begins Colin’s unknowing journey into the prophecy of Thomas the Rhymer. “A wall of stone is a gift well said but within its heart is a depth of dread. With a hunter’s speed there comes the song: to claim the gift is to right the wrong.”
This ‘wrong’ began when the English pushed aside ruins of an ancient church to build castle Lochalsh. This ‘wrong’ continued with the death of the Highland Witch at the hands of Lady Landsmere. This wrong’ is back once again. Only Colin can make it right. And only Elden the Seer can guide the headstrong Rowan, keeping her from the fate of the Highland Witch.

First published July 2, 2012

About the author

Author, educator and broadcast journalist, Karen Jones holds degrees in English and Education from the University of Virginia.

Her latest release, The Summer of Grace, is a southern coming of age set in 1951 NC, released by Brother Mockingbird Publications.

Jones' first novel, Kingdom of Hearts was published in 1997 by the duplicitous and financially corrupt Commonwealth Publications in a disaster of epic proportions. The resulting scandal helped inspire former FBI agent Jim Fisher’s book Ten Percent of Nothing The Case of the Literary Agent from Hell.

Her second book, Up the Bestseller Lists, Adams Media, 2001, co-authored with Kathleen Brehony offers hands-on advice and guerilla techniques for authors who want to aggressively and successfully promote and market their work. Her third book, Death for Beginners, a nonfiction how-to book, is a practical guide for arranging a graceful exit written with baby boomers in mind has been published by Quill Driver Books. Her most recent work, The Highland Witch is on Kindle.
Jones has fifteen years of experience in television news at WVEC, an ABC affiliate, as an on-air anchor and feature reporter. In addition, working as a series producer she wrote and hosted the long-form series “The Haunting of Virginia” which won an Associated Press Award. She also collaborated with the BBC on its award winning series Pocahontas. Karen’s media experience also includes stints as an on-air personality at WNOR, WAFX, and WNIS, in both the talk-radio and rock-n-roll radio format.

She directed the Virginia Writers Conference for five years, is an advisor for the Bay School for the Arts, and is a member of the National League of American Pen Women and The Authors Guild.
Karen has worked for ten years as an educator in the public schools, both teaching and writing curriculum. She has taught writing workshops and seminars at Louisiana State University, Austin Peay University, Old Dominion University and has taught courses in romance novel writing at the University of Richmond and Christopher Newport University.

Karen is currently witting the sequel to The Summer of Grace and her husband is buying more wine.
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While many stories depict the Great Witch of Brittany as a benevolent figure who used her powers for good, there were also tales of her more mischievous side. Some legends tell of her playing tricks on unsuspecting travelers or villages, reminding them of the importance of respecting nature and living in harmony with the land. As with many legendary figures, the stories and details surrounding the Great Witch of Brittany have evolved over time. She became a symbol of wisdom, nature, and the supernatural in Breton folklore, leaving a lasting impact on the culture and traditions of the region. Today, the Great Witch of Brittany remains an important part of the region's folklore and is celebrated through festivals, artwork, and storytelling. She represents the connection between humans and the natural world, reminding people of the significance of respecting and preserving the environment. In conclusion, the Great Witch of Brittany is a legendary figure in Breton folklore, known for her magical powers, wisdom, and connection with nature. She represents the rich cultural heritage of the Brittany region and continues to fascinate and inspire people to this day..

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