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Condemned: A short story
This story was written as a reflection on the representation of women who were convicted of witchcraft in the 17th and 18th Century and an acknowledgement that they were just women who were different in some way and were unable to speak for themselves or engage in any kind of fair judicial process.
This is the story of a girl called Ingrid.
A girl who liked the simple things in life.
A girl who didn’t know how to get her point across.
A girl to whom the world was vast and confusing.
A girl who never had a chance to became a woman.
This is the story of a girl called Ingrid.
A girl who liked the simple things in life.
A girl who didn’t know how to get her point across.
A girl to whom the world was vast and confusing.
A girl who never had a chance to became a woman.
17 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 17, 2024
About the author
J.D. Currums
7 books3 followersAuthor of the 'Death in the Highlands' Crime short story series.
Debut novel, 'Prey' released in Autumn 2025 and new novel expected late 2026.
Debut novel, 'Prey' released in Autumn 2025 and new novel expected late 2026.
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April 19, 2026
This short story presents a quiet but deeply emotional reflection on injustice, vulnerability, and the misunderstood lives of women accused of witchcraft in earlier centuries.
At its core is Ingrid, a character portrayed with simplicity and innocence. The description emphasizes her gentle nature and her difficulty in expressing herself, which immediately creates a sense of empathy. Rather than focusing on dramatic events, the story appears to center on how someone perceived as “different” could be misunderstood and ultimately condemned in a time where fairness and proper representation were absent.
What stands out is the intention behind the story. It is not just a narrative, but a reflection on history and how certain individuals were judged without voice or defense. The idea that these women were not inherently dangerous, but simply unable to fit societal expectations, adds emotional weight and quiet tragedy to the concept.
The tone suggested by the description feels minimal yet powerful, focusing on character and perspective rather than complexity. Ingrid’s view of the world as vast and confusing reinforces her vulnerability and highlights the imbalance between her innocence and the harshness of her circumstances.
Overall, Condemned appears to be a brief but impactful piece that invites reflection on injustice, empathy, and the human cost of misunderstanding. It is less about plot and more about perspective, offering a somber and thoughtful reading experience.
At its core is Ingrid, a character portrayed with simplicity and innocence. The description emphasizes her gentle nature and her difficulty in expressing herself, which immediately creates a sense of empathy. Rather than focusing on dramatic events, the story appears to center on how someone perceived as “different” could be misunderstood and ultimately condemned in a time where fairness and proper representation were absent.
What stands out is the intention behind the story. It is not just a narrative, but a reflection on history and how certain individuals were judged without voice or defense. The idea that these women were not inherently dangerous, but simply unable to fit societal expectations, adds emotional weight and quiet tragedy to the concept.
The tone suggested by the description feels minimal yet powerful, focusing on character and perspective rather than complexity. Ingrid’s view of the world as vast and confusing reinforces her vulnerability and highlights the imbalance between her innocence and the harshness of her circumstances.
Overall, Condemned appears to be a brief but impactful piece that invites reflection on injustice, empathy, and the human cost of misunderstanding. It is less about plot and more about perspective, offering a somber and thoughtful reading experience.
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