54 pages • 1 hour read
Adriana MatherHow To Hang A Witch
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2016A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
In Adriana Mather's How to Hang a Witch, Samantha “Sam” Mather and her stepmother, Vivian, move to Salem, Massachusetts, to manage her father's medical bills while he is in a coma. Struggling to fit into her new school, Sam finds herself targeted by a group of teens known as the Descendants, due to her ancestor's role in the Salem Witch Trials. As mysterious deaths and accidents plague the town, Sam and a ghost named Elijah work together to break a centuries-old curse, revealing hidden family secrets and Sam's own latent abilities as a witch. The material references death by suicide.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Adriana Mather's How To Hang A Witch blends historical intrigue with modern drama, set in the haunting backdrop of Salem. Positive reviews highlight its engaging plot and unique mix of paranormal and teen issues. Criticisms focus on occasional pacing issues and underdeveloped secondary characters. Overall, it's appreciated for its fresh perspective and engaging narrative.
Who Should Read How To Hang A Witch?
Readers who enjoy How To Hang A Witch by Adriana Mather are likely fans of young adult fiction with elements of historical mystery and supernatural intrigue. Comparable to The Crucible by Arthur Miller and Harry Potter by J.K. Rowling, this book appeals to those interested in Salem witch trials intertwined with modern-day high school drama.
RecommendedReading Age
12-17yearsLexile Level
570LBook Details
Fantasy
Mystery / Crime Fiction
Historical Fiction
Emotions/Behavior: Conflict
Emotions/Behavior: Courage
Emotions/Behavior: Guilt
Religion / Spirituality