At one time, women were held in reverence for their ability to heal and give birth. Over time that reverence turned to suspicion, fear and hatred. Across the centuries and around the globe, these women became a threat to the Church and the patriarchy, and in this way, witches were created. Chollet looks at the types of women who were accused of witchcraft, the independent woman, the childless woman and the elderly woman. Wha’s Chollet’s research reveals is that even today, these groups of women are harassed and shunned by society. In some countries they can still be executed. A stirring battle cry to women everywhere – we must stand up for ourselves and our sisters and return to our rightful place in our homes, workplaces, governments and communities. We are powerful when we stand together