'Conjure Women' weaves the tale of three remarkable women during the perilous times of the pre- and post-Civil War South. Miss May Belle, a revered healing woman, her daughter Rue, who inherits the gift of midwifery and enchantments albeit with reservation, and their master's daughter Varina, find their fates interwoven with the community as threads in a delicate tapestry. The plot unfolds amidst a backdrop of war, emancipation, and the birth of a child wreathed in superstition, illuminating the boundless lengths these women will go to preserve their kin and fortify their bonds against the creeping shadows of fear and societal upheaval. Masterly narrated and flipping through time, this story is a testament to the enduring spirit and intricate lives of women anchored in an era of profound transition and resilience.