Review: The Three Witches by Elena Collins

March 2, 2026

Synopsis:

Now: When Ruthie gets the part of one of Macbeth’s famous three witches she can’t wait to get started. Inspired by the beauty of the film’s Scottish locations and the camaraderie of the cast and crew, she can leave behind the expectations of her family and her lacklustre love life, at least for now. But as echoes from the past begin whispering in Ruthie’s ear and a restless spirit draws her further into its centuries-old secrets, it soon becomes clear that only she can uncover the truth of a terrible injustice.

1050 Scotland: Isobel and her two sisters have learnt about healing from their loving mother Sidheag, and she in turn has kept them safe. But without the protection of their late father, Sidheag knows that her daughters must find husbands or their futures are at risk.

Isobel believes in love over duty and when she catches sight of King Macbeth’s stepson Lulach she can picture a happiness she had hardly dare imagine. But as heir to a Scottish throne that is drenched in blood, Lulach’s destiny is to be a warrior. When Isobel’s actions leave her and her sisters vulnerable to accusations of witchcraft there may be nothing that can keep the three women safe, not even the great Macbeth himself.

As the calls from the past grow ever louder, Ruthie has no choice. Macbeth’s witches have a story that needs to be told and the truth can no longer stay hidden…

Review:

At the heart of this story are three sisters. Three women who had to learn how to survive. Life was often hard, but their love for one another never changed. Their mother was a healer, respected in the village and trusted by many. After her death, the youngest sister stepped into her role, caring for everyone around her while putting herself last. But when the village stopped valuing her, everything shifted.

The book moves between two timelines: the past of the sisters and the present day, where a documentary is being filmed. This structure helps us see how their history continues to shape the world today. It reminds us that the stories of women in the past were often ignored or twisted. Many were labeled as witches or blamed for things they did not cause. People have always been quick to look for someone to blame.

The story shines a light on the important roles women held, even when history chose not to record them. Here, they finally take center stage, and it’s clear the author put great care into getting the details right. It’s a book that pulls you in and makes their story feel alive.

🌙 Recension: The Three Witches by Elena Collins
📝 Genre: Historical Fiction, Mythology
📅 Release Date: March 2, 2026
📖 Publisher: Boldwood Books
📗 available in various formats
📱 Read as: Kindle
💸 I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
🗣️ Language: English
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⭐️ 4/5