Guest Biography and Works Published
Meet author Beth M. Caruso
Connecticut-based author and advocate Beth M. Caruso wrote the Connecticut Witch Trials Trilogy. A historical fiction series, the trilogy chronicles the life and trial of Alice “Alse” Young. In 1647, Connecticut hanged Alice for witchcraft. She was the first person hanged for witchcraft in New England.
Beth has been a longtime advocate for exonerating and memorializing the victims of Connecticut’s witch trials. Together with Tony Griego, she founded CT WITCH Memorial. This highly engaged Facebook community honors the memories of the witch trial victims with informative posts. In 2022, Beth co-founded the Connecticut Witch Trial Exoneration Project. Along with CT WITCH Memorial and dozens of volunteers, the Project promoted legislation to clear those accused of witchcraft. Success came May 25, 2023, when the General Assembly absolved the victims.
The Connecticut Witch Trials Trilogy
One of Windsor: The Untold Story of America’s First Witch Hanging
One of Windsor tells the story of Alice Young, a woman from Windsor, Connecticut. Based upon extensive research, the novel is a vivid reconstruction of Alice’s life. Meet Alice’s neighbors and experience the highs and lows of colonial life.
Alice was hanged for witchcraft in Hartford on May 26, 1647. She was absolved on May 25, 2023.
The Salty Rose: Alchemists, Witches, and a Tapper in New Amsterdam
Told from the point of view of a tavern keeper named Marie du Trieux, The Salty Rose takes readers through the British takeover of New Amsterdam.
Between Good and Evil: Curse of the Windsor Witch’s Daughter
Get lost in the story of Alice Young Beamon (Alissa), daughter of America’s first witch trial victim, Alice Young. Between Good & Evil explores the trauma Alissa experienced after her mother’s hanging. The historical novel also examines the role of friendship and love in overcoming pain and keeping those we love alive in respectful memory.
Episodes Featuring Beth M. Caruso
- Connecticut Witch Trials with Beth Caruso and Tony Griego of CT WITCH Memorial
- Should Connecticut Witch Trial Victims be Exonerated?
- Between God and Satan with Beth Caruso and Katherine Hermes
- The Connecticut Witch Trial Exoneration Project Marks Anniversary of Exoneration
- The Connecticut Witch Trials Trilogy with Beth Caruso
Books and articles by Beth M. Caruso
One of Windsor: The Untold Story of America’s First Witch Hanging
The Salty Rose: Alchemists, Witches, and a Tapper in New Amsterdam
Between Good and Evil: Curse of the Windsor Witch’s Daughter
