American Jezebel

Her life reflects so much more than just her defiance — I wonder what led Eve LaPlante to bring her story to light now, and what themes she wanted to emphasize.

Her challenge to Puritan authority was revolutionary, but I kept wondering how her community's fears shaped her fate. How do others interpret her courage?

I was impressed by how vivid the narrative felt, but I’m curious about the research process — did Eve LaPlante uncover new sources or reinterpret known facts to craft this biography?