The Last Coven: A Supernatural Historical Fiction set against the backdrop of the 1650 witchcraft trials of Scotland

by Becca Storm

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In a time of fear and religious persecution, their magic is forbidden—but their legacy must endure.

Scotland, 1649. The flames of persecution burn bright under the Scottish Witchcraft Act, and the last surviving covens teeter on the edge of extinction. Hidden in the shadows of an ancient coastal abbey, Aradia—the youngest of the Triquetra Coven—must master her craft while evading the relentless eye of the Reformed Church. As whispers of witchcraft stir paranoia and betrayal, Aradia and her sisters fight not only to survive but to protect a sacred lineage older than the Church itself.

The Last Coven is a haunting tale of resilience, forbidden power, and the unbreakable bonds of sisterhood in the face of a world determined to silence them.

The Last Coven will appeal to readers of **Kiran Millwood Hargrave’s_ The Mercies and Louisa Morgan’s_ A Secret History of Witches, blending historical accuracy with haunting folklore and the fierce bond of sisterhood in a time of persecution._Those who have enjoyed novels by authors such as Beth Underdown, Hannah Kent, Alix E. Harrow, Geraldine Brooks and C. J. Cooke will also be drawn to the themes of this book.

339 pages, Kindle Edition

Published November 15, 2024

Reviews

[Sadie E · Rating 5 out of 5]

I’m always going to support an Ayrshire writer. But this isn’t just hometown loyalty talking because wow. I think I’ve found a new favourite author.

This book is atmospheric. The descriptions are on point. I could fully imagine myself sitting in on a coven meeting with a cloak over my shoulders and candles flickering.

I love the characters, especially Eleanor and Aradia. They feel real, messy, powerful, and emotionally damaging.

Also?? Major Supernatural vibes, which is PERFECT because it’s currently helping tide me over until my next rewatch. Dark magic, found family, danger, feelings. Yes please.

And can we talk about the setting?? 17th-century Kilwinning is described so well that I kept stopping like, WAIT… that’s where the school is… that’s the dentist… that’s my old house?? Absolutely unreal experience mentally walking through places you know.

It’s not just a novel. It feels like a guide to Wicca wrapped inside a story, which makes everything feel grounded and intentional.

The pacing is spot-on, the lore is intriguing without being overwhelming, and the emotional beats land exactly where they should. There’s heart, darkness, resilience, and magic in equal measure.

[Larissa · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Last Coven by Becca Storm is a captivating journey into a world where magic, loyalty, and fate collide. From the very first page, I was pulled into the dark and richly woven atmosphere that Storm creates with ease. The story is both mystical and deeply human, balancing high-stakes tension with emotional depth.

[Christabell · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a wonderful story mixed with some true historical outlines. The story starts with the Witches of Scotland, and how to be discovered is a death sentence, one they would be glad of after being horrifically tortured!
It begins with Aradia, a young witch, and her bravery to try and recover the magical Chalice that has the covens symbol... The Triquetra engraved on it.
Aradia and her family of witches are shunned, feared, and if suspected, then hounded. I loved how the author brought the characters to life, portrayed how the witches were just normal caring women who were terrified of the hatered for being different.
I'm saying no more, I hate giving too much away. But I can say I enjoyed this book. It is packed with a story that portrays the awful life one had if you were found to be a witch. Yet the Coven continues to do its best to help others while trying to stay under the radar of the clergy.
I'm hoping the author will make this a series of books.

[Nina Diab · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this book. Great world building and wonderful characters. I loved Aradia and her coven sisters. The story was suspenseful and dangerous with the witch hunts, and I can't imagine the fear of living in such a time as a woman- witch or not. It was heartbreaking what was done, and learning about the historical accuracies and accounts only hit harder. I was completely hooked. I loved Becca Storm's narration. My knowledge of the Scottish accent is limited to Outlander lol but I loved listening to it.

This is my first story from this author and I would love to listen to more.

Overall: 5 stars
Performance: 5 stars
Story: 5 stars

[Natassja Jones · Rating 4 out of 5]

A dive into the brutal nature of people when times were different. Showing the illogical moves people made for power and to stand on the wise women who were deemed to be witches.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.