Simples is a sweeping historical novel that follows the extraordinary journey of Gabriella, a courageous woman accused of witchcraft in 15th-century England. Fleeing persecution, she embarks on a perilous odyssey from the Bristol countryside to the holy city of Compostela and eventually to Rome, where she rebuilds her life and legacy.

Set against the vivid backdrop of the late Middle Ages, an era of superstition, faith, and upheaval, the story explores themes of love, resilience, and the quiet strength of women navigating a world dominated by fear and control.

Through Gabriella’s voice, readers witness the transformation of a so-called “witch” into a healer, teacher, and matriarch whose spirit transcends the cruelty of her age. Blending meticulous historical detail with emotional depth, Simples is both an intimate portrait of survival and a celebration of the enduring power of compassion and knowledge.