Witch-s Tale — Sanctuary- A

Elara stood in the doorway. She was not afraid. She had already burned once, in proxy.

A widow whose son had drowned. A farmer whose wife had forgotten his face. A young man who had done something unforgivable and wanted to be forgiven. Sanctuary- A Witch-s Tale

The series deftly tackles misogyny, though it often wears the mask of "safety." The Sanctuary Act is ostensibly about protecting non-magical citizens, but it echoes real-world legislation that seeks to control women's bodies and autonomy. The fear the town feels toward the witches is not just about magic; it is about the fear of women who are more powerful than the men around them. As the town turns on Sarah, we see how quickly society can demonize women who step out of line or possess an unexplained influence. Elara stood in the doorway