The Last Witch of Scotland

by Philip Paris · 2024

In the bleak Scottish Highlands of 1727, a devastating fire claims Aila’s father and leaves her scarred, while her mother Janet teeters on the edge of madness. Seeking refuge, they settle in the isolated parish of Loth, where suspicion greets them at every turn. A newly‑appointed minister watches the pair with a unsettling curiosity, and the tight‑knit community’s faith quickly turns to rumor. Hope flickers when a wandering troupe of entertainers arrives, led by the enigmatic Jack, offering music, laughter, and a brief escape from their grief. As friendships blossom, the women find a renewed sense of purpose—but in a world where whispers can ignite fear as fiercely as any blaze, Aila must confront the dark legacy of witchcraft accusations that loom over the Highlands. Inspired by the true story of Britain’s last person executed for witchcraft, this haunting tale weaves love, loyalty, and sacrifice into a richly atmospheric portrait of survival against superstition.