When Light Breaks Through

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Set in the aftermath of the Salem witch trials, the narrative follows twelve-year-old Ann Putnam, a key figure in the accusations that led to numerous executions. Five years later, Joseph Green, a hopeful young schoolteacher, becomes the reluctant minister of Salem Village, striving to heal the community's deep divisions. As he marries Elizabeth and gains the villagers' trust, Joseph's leadership inspires them to face their shared future, ultimately challenging the legacy of fear and discord left by the trials.