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Song for a Gypsy
Sara's life is drastically changed the moment a convoy of horse-drawn caravans enters the quiet Reidenburgerstrasse in Germany, where she lives with the people she thinks are her parents. Sara doesn't know that her parents found her in a basket on their doorstep thirteen years earlier. Neither does she know that she is a gypsy or that she is going to be the greatest sorceress who has ever lived. Soon Sara will discover a magical world she never knew existed and go on a journey that she knows will cost her dearly.
What people are saying about Song for a Gypsy:
‘If you are a fan of YA fantasy adventure books or would like an easy, fun, enjoyable read, adult or child, go ahead and pick this one up. You will not be disappointed. I cannot wait to read this to two of my step-daughters (who are 8 and 11)because I know they would love this story.’ - readitreviewit.
‘It reminded me of Alice in Wonderland and how once she left some sort of creature/obstacle behind, there was always something else even more strange ahead of them.’- readingwithstyle
‘I never had a dull moment reading the book. It was fun and full of exciting happenings and fast-paced just the way I like it! I recommend it to young readers, but adults can still enjoy the story’- coffeebooksandme
What people are saying about Song for a Gypsy:
‘If you are a fan of YA fantasy adventure books or would like an easy, fun, enjoyable read, adult or child, go ahead and pick this one up. You will not be disappointed. I cannot wait to read this to two of my step-daughters (who are 8 and 11)because I know they would love this story.’ - readitreviewit.
‘It reminded me of Alice in Wonderland and how once she left some sort of creature/obstacle behind, there was always something else even more strange ahead of them.’- readingwithstyle
‘I never had a dull moment reading the book. It was fun and full of exciting happenings and fast-paced just the way I like it! I recommend it to young readers, but adults can still enjoy the story’- coffeebooksandme
324 pages, Paperback
First published June 23, 2011
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Willow Rose
212 books2,903 followersWillow Rose is a multi-million-copy best-selling Author and an Amazon ALL-star Author of more than 100 novels.
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She writes Mystery, Thriller, Paranormal, Romance, Suspense, Horror, Supernatural thrillers, and Fantasy.
Willow's books are fast-paced, nail-biting pageturners with twists you won't see coming. That's why her fans call her The Queen of Scream.
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July 11, 2011
First I will just say i would recommend this to anyone that enjoys reading young adult fantasy adventure books.
It started off a little slow for me but quickly picks up by chapter 4 when Sara is reunited with her birth parents and their tribe. from there we meet some interesting characters and learn about Sara and her powers. Soon Sara is on an adventure looking to save her little bother. Her Journey was pretty interesting with lots of challenges and puzzles Sara must overcome.
I enjoyed the story but it could have used more tight editing. There were lots of editing mistakes or sentences that just didn't make sense, to me at least.
I didn't like that most of the chapter titles were spoilers for the events that would happen in that chapter, kind of spoiled a few surprises.
I did not like the fast talking snail. IhatedhowwhenshetalkedtherewerenospacesusedanditwoulddragoutandbeverydifficulttoreadandwithhugerunonsentencesitdidnotdisplayonmyreaderrightsoIjustgaveupontryingtoreadwhatshewassaying. See how awful that is to read? imagine half a chapter like that. Trying to decipher what was being said pulled me out of the story.
Still a good adventure with a few emotional moments (I cried twice) and lots of fun characters to meet
It started off a little slow for me but quickly picks up by chapter 4 when Sara is reunited with her birth parents and their tribe. from there we meet some interesting characters and learn about Sara and her powers. Soon Sara is on an adventure looking to save her little bother. Her Journey was pretty interesting with lots of challenges and puzzles Sara must overcome.
I enjoyed the story but it could have used more tight editing. There were lots of editing mistakes or sentences that just didn't make sense, to me at least.
I didn't like that most of the chapter titles were spoilers for the events that would happen in that chapter, kind of spoiled a few surprises.
I did not like the fast talking snail. IhatedhowwhenshetalkedtherewerenospacesusedanditwoulddragoutandbeverydifficulttoreadandwithhugerunonsentencesitdidnotdisplayonmyreaderrightsoIjustgaveupontryingtoreadwhatshewassaying. See how awful that is to read? imagine half a chapter like that. Trying to decipher what was being said pulled me out of the story.
Still a good adventure with a few emotional moments (I cried twice) and lots of fun characters to meet
August 20, 2011
When I first started reading this, I had the impression that a narrator was telling either a story of the past (like a prologue) or a nice bedtime story and that the real tale would be told years later. Except, I realised later on that the story had indeed started already, and it was merely the writing style that confused me. The beginning was mainly a narration and it felt like I was being told a story rather than being shown it. There were sudden changes from third person to second person, which didn’t work so well. While reading it, I felt like a bystander watching the proceedings from a distance instead of experiencing the actions with the characters.
Unfortunately I did not feel a connection with any of the characters. Perhaps it was because everything happened too fast, some characters jumped in and out, never staying long enough to make an impression. Sara and Manolo’s characters were not as well developed as I’d liked. Being the main character, I expected to understand more of Sara’s personality and behaviour, but as the book focused mainly on what she did and what happened to her, occasionally mentioning what she felt, i personally felt no connection with her. The blurb mentioned Sara being telekinetic but in the book, there was hardly any reference to her telekinetic abilities. She discovered her ability one day, was told to learn to control it, and almost never used her ability again.
The book was easy to read and reminded me of an innocent children’s bedtime story. There were mentionsof folklore that was quite intriguing but would certainly have appealed to me more if I was younger. However, I did find many of the fantasy creatures very imaginative. Some were incredibly amusing and sweet, while others were plain evil. Unfortunately, the journey took too long to describe and when I finally read up to the climax, everything resolved too quickly. At least, the ending was satisfying. I was happy that it wasn’t a typical happily-ever-after ending.
I would recommend this to younger readers, as there were appealing qualities which younger children may find interesting. I know for a fact that, had I been younger, I certainly would have enjoyed this much more. Overall, it was fast-paced, and fairytale-like, but sadly, it wasn’t quite my cup of tea.
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Unfortunately I did not feel a connection with any of the characters. Perhaps it was because everything happened too fast, some characters jumped in and out, never staying long enough to make an impression. Sara and Manolo’s characters were not as well developed as I’d liked. Being the main character, I expected to understand more of Sara’s personality and behaviour, but as the book focused mainly on what she did and what happened to her, occasionally mentioning what she felt, i personally felt no connection with her. The blurb mentioned Sara being telekinetic but in the book, there was hardly any reference to her telekinetic abilities. She discovered her ability one day, was told to learn to control it, and almost never used her ability again.
The book was easy to read and reminded me of an innocent children’s bedtime story. There were mentionsof folklore that was quite intriguing but would certainly have appealed to me more if I was younger. However, I did find many of the fantasy creatures very imaginative. Some were incredibly amusing and sweet, while others were plain evil. Unfortunately, the journey took too long to describe and when I finally read up to the climax, everything resolved too quickly. At least, the ending was satisfying. I was happy that it wasn’t a typical happily-ever-after ending.
I would recommend this to younger readers, as there were appealing qualities which younger children may find interesting. I know for a fact that, had I been younger, I certainly would have enjoyed this much more. Overall, it was fast-paced, and fairytale-like, but sadly, it wasn’t quite my cup of tea.
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July 23, 2011
Want to pick up a book and know that you will enjoy your read? This novel is for you! The plot of the novel is very intricate and the reader will probably not find one like it in any other novel. The characters are all worth reading about, they draw the reader into the novel. The secondary characters tend to be very different, almost magical, in this novel. The reader will enjoy getting to know most of them. Sara herself is a very endearing character with many good, solid qualities that will allow the reader to identify and commiserate with her at times in the novel. The world that Sara travels in is very intriguing and will have the reader turning page after page. The author writes a very good, cohesive novel; the reader will not be confused at all though. The reader will also like the theme of the Romani people, not a typical characteristic to read about in novels. This novel is one of the rare types where a reader may enjoy it be he/she ten or fifty-two.
March 17, 2024
Great Fairy Tale
A great fairy tale with elements from numerous fantasy books. A baby left in a basket a quest to find a crystal ball to save a babies life. Monsters galore and the evil wicked witch. High adventure and plenty of tension. Definitely recommend this book
A great fairy tale with elements from numerous fantasy books. A baby left in a basket a quest to find a crystal ball to save a babies life. Monsters galore and the evil wicked witch. High adventure and plenty of tension. Definitely recommend this book
July 27, 2011
In The Eye of the Crystal Ball, we follow young Sara, the child of gypsies, as she goes on a grand quest to find a cure to save her baby brother from dying. She encounters dangerous creatures and trying hardships, and must learn to fight the evil in the world. Sara is a strong young girl, who would do anything for her brother. The adventure and strange creatures reminded me a little of The Phantom Tollbooth, which I love. But I wasn’t able to fully connect with this book. The story was intriguing, and I liked it for the most part. But I had trouble getting into the story, mostly because of the writing.
The story wasn’t written well. It was strange, with run one sentences with no commas, and cut off sentences. It needs heavy editing. Punctuation, and spelling errors, and grammar problems. I just found so many problems and was put off by the style and strange wording that I wasn’t able to appreciate the story. Something that really bugged me was that she sometimes used the wrong tense of a word. i.e. Sara felt a huge relieve. it should be relief. The writing felt juvenile, and simple. To kind of show you what I’m talking about, here’s some examples of her writing.
Manolo kept trying to get the snakes to move away but it seemed as there just emerged more and more in front of them and all of a sudden in the middle of the pile of snakes a figure arose.
It began with a scream. Sara had only just fallen asleep when she heard it. Well almost felt it. Cause it was one of those screams that goes right through your bone marrow.
It was hurting strongly in her arms as Manolo pulled all he could.
When the writing is off, I can’t quite connect with the characters, so none of them became dear to me. I didn’t feel any emotion while reading or became invested in their lives and well being. I think this could have been a really neat book and I would have really liked it if it had been written better, and gone through a few more revisions. I didn‘t hate it, I just didn‘t really like it. But I think there are some people who will love it, who will love the adventure, and the magic and creatures, and find something in Sara that they can connect with. It just wasn’t for me.
The story wasn’t written well. It was strange, with run one sentences with no commas, and cut off sentences. It needs heavy editing. Punctuation, and spelling errors, and grammar problems. I just found so many problems and was put off by the style and strange wording that I wasn’t able to appreciate the story. Something that really bugged me was that she sometimes used the wrong tense of a word. i.e. Sara felt a huge relieve. it should be relief. The writing felt juvenile, and simple. To kind of show you what I’m talking about, here’s some examples of her writing.
Manolo kept trying to get the snakes to move away but it seemed as there just emerged more and more in front of them and all of a sudden in the middle of the pile of snakes a figure arose.
It began with a scream. Sara had only just fallen asleep when she heard it. Well almost felt it. Cause it was one of those screams that goes right through your bone marrow.
It was hurting strongly in her arms as Manolo pulled all he could.
When the writing is off, I can’t quite connect with the characters, so none of them became dear to me. I didn’t feel any emotion while reading or became invested in their lives and well being. I think this could have been a really neat book and I would have really liked it if it had been written better, and gone through a few more revisions. I didn‘t hate it, I just didn‘t really like it. But I think there are some people who will love it, who will love the adventure, and the magic and creatures, and find something in Sara that they can connect with. It just wasn’t for me.
July 24, 2011
Wow, this was not what I was excepting, but definitely in a good way! As I was reading The Eye of the Crystal Ball, I felt like I was reading a fairy tale with witches, creepy forest, and yes, even unicorns. The narration kind of reminded me of the beginning of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, with a voice telling you about the character's life and what they go through. This aspect made it quirky and reminded me of the fun, magical books that I would read when I was younger. With this being said though, I felt that at some points I was being told the story instead of getting lost in Sara's magical world. This point is the reason this book only got four stars instead of five. Other than that, I was really intrigued by the life of Gypsies with magic, spells, and potions. It was fun to see what would come next on Sara's adventure to save her baby brother. The whole part of the story where Sara was traveling to the witch's castle to receive the crystal ball reminded me of Alice in Wonderland and how once she left some sort of creature/obstacle behind, there was always something else even more strange ahead of them. I would definitely say that this book is geared towards the younger young adult audience, but it was still so refreshing to read a quirky, fantastical story.
July 22, 2011
"When Sara was newborn her parents left her at the doorstep at Mr. and Mrs. Schneider's house.
When Sara was ten she discovered she was telekinetic. She began to move stuff around when she got angry just by her will alone.
When Sara was twelve her real parents came for her and took her with them to live like the Gypsy that she was - or Romani as they like to call themselves. They told her she was going to fulfill a prophesy. That it was once said that out of the Romani people the greatest sorceress who had ever lived would be born."
An amazingly original plot, The Eye of the Crystal Ball by brilliant writer T.P. Boje is one of those rare reads that once started, it is impossible to put down. The character of Sara is so fine drawn, and haunting that I was stunned by the reality so smoothly mixed with fantasy.
The settings and other characters, not to mention a plotlike no other I have ever encountered make The Eye of the Crystal Ball a winner in every sense. T.P. Boje is a writer to watch, The Eye of the Crystal Ball is one book to savor!!
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When Sara was ten she discovered she was telekinetic. She began to move stuff around when she got angry just by her will alone.
When Sara was twelve her real parents came for her and took her with them to live like the Gypsy that she was - or Romani as they like to call themselves. They told her she was going to fulfill a prophesy. That it was once said that out of the Romani people the greatest sorceress who had ever lived would be born."
An amazingly original plot, The Eye of the Crystal Ball by brilliant writer T.P. Boje is one of those rare reads that once started, it is impossible to put down. The character of Sara is so fine drawn, and haunting that I was stunned by the reality so smoothly mixed with fantasy.
The settings and other characters, not to mention a plotlike no other I have ever encountered make The Eye of the Crystal Ball a winner in every sense. T.P. Boje is a writer to watch, The Eye of the Crystal Ball is one book to savor!!
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October 19, 2022
I didn't realize this book was a fantasy until I was already reading it, and at first I thought this was refreshing. The story was light-hearted and it did not seem totally make-believe. So I kept reading. The story was intriguing and interesting. A young girl was growing, developing and learning. Then everything changed.
Gypsies appeared in the story and the fantasy became more intense. I still read on, still finding the story interesting. The events didn't seem so far-fetched, any more than going to a circus. But before long sorcery and black magic entered and things became increasingly more surreal. At first I thought this was fun, but as it went on and on and on, I became a little tired of it.
Eventually I became very tired of the constant flow of strange creatures and strange happenings. There was somewhat of a love story underpinning everything and it was something that kept my interest. In fact there are a couple of love stories, both of which involve the star character named Sara. I'm sure there are many people who will totally enjoy this book, and to be honest, I did, too.
Gypsies appeared in the story and the fantasy became more intense. I still read on, still finding the story interesting. The events didn't seem so far-fetched, any more than going to a circus. But before long sorcery and black magic entered and things became increasingly more surreal. At first I thought this was fun, but as it went on and on and on, I became a little tired of it.
Eventually I became very tired of the constant flow of strange creatures and strange happenings. There was somewhat of a love story underpinning everything and it was something that kept my interest. In fact there are a couple of love stories, both of which involve the star character named Sara. I'm sure there are many people who will totally enjoy this book, and to be honest, I did, too.
August 26, 2019
A great start to the series!
Left on a village doorstep when she was just three weeks old, Sara was deeply loved by her adoptive parents. As she grew older the physical differences between her dark skin and black curly hair and the blonde German looks of the other villagers invited comments and teasing. Her schoolmates discovered that teasing would cause her to become angry and her mind would cause items to begin flying in the air. This became a source of great fun and a way to get her in trouble with the teachers.
One day when she was 12 a gypsy couple showed up at her parents door and introduce themselves as her real parents. By now, her adoptive parents had children of their own and too many mouths to feed so they did not argue when her real parents wanted her back. Sarah became accustomed to the Gypsy life and learned that her telekinetic powers were just the beginning of the powers she would develop. It has been foretold that she would be the most powerful sorceress and perform great feats for her people.
Left on a village doorstep when she was just three weeks old, Sara was deeply loved by her adoptive parents. As she grew older the physical differences between her dark skin and black curly hair and the blonde German looks of the other villagers invited comments and teasing. Her schoolmates discovered that teasing would cause her to become angry and her mind would cause items to begin flying in the air. This became a source of great fun and a way to get her in trouble with the teachers.
One day when she was 12 a gypsy couple showed up at her parents door and introduce themselves as her real parents. By now, her adoptive parents had children of their own and too many mouths to feed so they did not argue when her real parents wanted her back. Sarah became accustomed to the Gypsy life and learned that her telekinetic powers were just the beginning of the powers she would develop. It has been foretold that she would be the most powerful sorceress and perform great feats for her people.
October 28, 2023
This book starts with a baby girl being left with an older couple. Eventually the girl (Sara) is claimed by her Romani parents and travels with them throughout Europe. There is a character in the book known as the Wolfboy that she has pity on, she tells her parents to allow him to hunt at night, rather than keeping him in a cage. This is about as much interaction that there is between the two characters as this is the first book. Her parents have another child, a boy (Marius), and he becomes ill. Sara looks in a book that will demand something of her in the future, but she looks in it anyway looking for a cure for Marius. The book tells her that she needs to go on a journey, so she leaves with a friend by the name of Manolo. Later on, she finds out that Manolo is a protector for her. She and Manolo encounter many strange things on this journey to find a cure for Marius. The journey is also a start to finding her own powers as she is one who there is prophecy about.
June 17, 2018
"Such An Amazing Creative Tale"
I read the Kindle version of this amazing story created by the best fantasy author ever. It's a great introduction to the new series "The Wolf Boy" and is suitable for adults as well as young adults. Sara, as a child, was left on a doorstep as a new baby. She is now 13 years old and has no knowledge that she is a born gypsy and will one day become a great sorceress. Join Sara as she begins her journey with her protector Manolo. This story is very entertaining, an easy and fun read. There's never a dull moment! Enjoy!
I read the Kindle version of this amazing story created by the best fantasy author ever. It's a great introduction to the new series "The Wolf Boy" and is suitable for adults as well as young adults. Sara, as a child, was left on a doorstep as a new baby. She is now 13 years old and has no knowledge that she is a born gypsy and will one day become a great sorceress. Join Sara as she begins her journey with her protector Manolo. This story is very entertaining, an easy and fun read. There's never a dull moment! Enjoy!
October 6, 2018
Sort of like a twisted fairy tale
A gypsy girl with strange beginnings, but destined for greatness. But her inner self will always have to fight the darkness to maintain her light and purity. In the midst of this, she embarks on a quest to save the life of her brother. It is a quest filled with adventure, although incredibly dangerous adventure. It has riddles, action, darkness. But it also has friendship, loyalty. And faith. An interesting tale in the fantasy genre and I enjoyed very much! Looking forward to more of this story.
A gypsy girl with strange beginnings, but destined for greatness. But her inner self will always have to fight the darkness to maintain her light and purity. In the midst of this, she embarks on a quest to save the life of her brother. It is a quest filled with adventure, although incredibly dangerous adventure. It has riddles, action, darkness. But it also has friendship, loyalty. And faith. An interesting tale in the fantasy genre and I enjoyed very much! Looking forward to more of this story.
July 7, 2019
There were parts of this book that were really good: the fantasy creatures in particular were very creative. I also thought the plot idea was great. Unfortunately, it was spoiled for me by the lack of emotional connection with the main character, the fact the behaviour of her adoptive parents wasn't believable (nobody who wanted a child as badly as they supposedly did would be so quick to push one aside if they'd taken her in, even if they later had some of their own) and the fact it needs some serious editing. I loved the ending though.
October 31, 2020
A book for teenagers. I like the story and it is a quick read. The way the story is told, could be better. It is like a list of things that are happening. A fog that is scary and dangerous was described in only 8 sentences and then that was that. And then move on to the next encounter. I found it unlikely that a German couple adopts the girl during WWII and live a life among other Germans, when Romani were prosecuted and murdered. It is the first book I read of this author. I will read other books as well and see it is of my liking.
December 14, 2020
An adventure into a scary land.
I have very seldom read this type of book before, but I must admit that I found this one interesting! I really liked Sara & Manolo and enjoyed their adventure. I think my favorite character was the very large, clumsy snail who talked all the time and occasionally stepped on people and killed them. Not that she meant to, of course!!
Willow Rose has a wonderful, vivid imagination and has done a great job with her characters.
I have never read any Harry Potter books but I think the excitement I felt in this book must be the same that Harry Potter fans finds in his "magic".
I have very seldom read this type of book before, but I must admit that I found this one interesting! I really liked Sara & Manolo and enjoyed their adventure. I think my favorite character was the very large, clumsy snail who talked all the time and occasionally stepped on people and killed them. Not that she meant to, of course!!
Willow Rose has a wonderful, vivid imagination and has done a great job with her characters.
I have never read any Harry Potter books but I think the excitement I felt in this book must be the same that Harry Potter fans finds in his "magic".
April 14, 2022
Song For a Gypsy - a review by Rosemary Kenny.
Song For a Gypsy - a review by Rosemary Kenny.
Retrieved from her German adoptive parents by her Romani family and tribe, Sara is destined to become a great sorceress and eventual leader of the tribe.
But first she must save others, including her new-born brother Marius, the eponymous Wolfboy, Sami a werewolf and Manolo a spirit guide and protector, who will save her in return.
A spooky and supernatural quest with elements of The Hobbit and Harry Potter, Willow Rose has triumphed again with Song for a Gypsy - get it today!
Song For a Gypsy - a review by Rosemary Kenny.
Retrieved from her German adoptive parents by her Romani family and tribe, Sara is destined to become a great sorceress and eventual leader of the tribe.
But first she must save others, including her new-born brother Marius, the eponymous Wolfboy, Sami a werewolf and Manolo a spirit guide and protector, who will save her in return.
A spooky and supernatural quest with elements of The Hobbit and Harry Potter, Willow Rose has triumphed again with Song for a Gypsy - get it today!
October 27, 2018
Song for the gypsy
The story moves along and involves the reader, but it most certainly is a departure from the gypsy stories I have read. The characters have quite a journey to undertake. The battle to complete the quest is harrowing and hard lessons are learned on the way. What song will you take after reading this book? I am reviewing this book voluntarily and hope you take the opportunity to read it . It is a fine book.
The story moves along and involves the reader, but it most certainly is a departure from the gypsy stories I have read. The characters have quite a journey to undertake. The battle to complete the quest is harrowing and hard lessons are learned on the way. What song will you take after reading this book? I am reviewing this book voluntarily and hope you take the opportunity to read it . It is a fine book.
January 9, 2020
Very Descriptive
The description in the beginning was very well done and caught me up in the story. As the story progressed with Sara's adventures I found some of it to be a bit lengthy but still kept me involved. The ending felt kind of abrupt, but I will be reading the next book.
The description in the beginning was very well done and caught me up in the story. As the story progressed with Sara's adventures I found some of it to be a bit lengthy but still kept me involved. The ending felt kind of abrupt, but I will be reading the next book.
July 24, 2020
Like no other gypsy you have imagined!
I love gypsy stories and everything about them. Never met one that I know of but love the ones I meet in books.
Never did I imagine a gypsy story so filled with adventure and marvellous creatures.
Read the book and see the lengths a girl will go to for the love of her family.
I love gypsy stories and everything about them. Never met one that I know of but love the ones I meet in books.
Never did I imagine a gypsy story so filled with adventure and marvellous creatures.
Read the book and see the lengths a girl will go to for the love of her family.
March 30, 2021
Song for a Gypsy
I find it amazing that Willow Rose could write a book like this. I would recommend that any boy or girl ages 13 to 16 would totally enjoy reading this book. Willow is an amazing writer. She can write horrors, blood curdling stories and then one for young readers. She is a Fantastic author.
I find it amazing that Willow Rose could write a book like this. I would recommend that any boy or girl ages 13 to 16 would totally enjoy reading this book. Willow is an amazing writer. She can write horrors, blood curdling stories and then one for young readers. She is a Fantastic author.
October 18, 2018
Magical Mystery
Song for a Gypsy is a fun story even with its darkness. A young child found on the doorstep finds herself different than others. One day her birth family comes to get her. Now she feels at home but is about go on a fantastic journey. A magical mystery.
Song for a Gypsy is a fun story even with its darkness. A young child found on the doorstep finds herself different than others. One day her birth family comes to get her. Now she feels at home but is about go on a fantastic journey. A magical mystery.
May 12, 2019
Young and older readers alike will love this book..
I really did enjoy this book with all the supernatural things happening. Look forward to reading book 2.
Thanks again Willow Rose for a great read!
I really did enjoy this book with all the supernatural things happening. Look forward to reading book 2.
Thanks again Willow Rose for a great read!
February 3, 2020
Zinger
Move over Pilgrims Progress. A true story of the battle between good and evil. Loved the ending but wished the grandmother would have made the pact. After all she was ready to go.
Move over Pilgrims Progress. A true story of the battle between good and evil. Loved the ending but wished the grandmother would have made the pact. After all she was ready to go.
January 15, 2021
I really enjoyed reading this book. It has all of my favorite types of characters. I would liked to have read more about Sara and what happens to her next. The next book, I am Wolf (The Wolfboy Chronicles #2) did not seem to connect.
I would recommend this book to all who enjoy fantasy creatures, this book has them all.
I would recommend this book to all who enjoy fantasy creatures, this book has them all.
February 2, 2021
Gypsy's
Willow Rose has written an exceptionally well written story. The life of a gypsy has to be one a lot of people would like to try. We have done it with motor homes but its not the same. A Must Read chronicle.
Willow Rose has written an exceptionally well written story. The life of a gypsy has to be one a lot of people would like to try. We have done it with motor homes but its not the same. A Must Read chronicle.
October 23, 2021
captivating
What a wonderful story. It has parts of several fairytales in it. Lots of morals strewn throughout the story. A good young adult maybe even adolescent read. Contains some violence
What a wonderful story. It has parts of several fairytales in it. Lots of morals strewn throughout the story. A good young adult maybe even adolescent read. Contains some violence
January 29, 2022
No the Willow Rose I'm used to!
I made myself finish the whole book. I didn't enjoy most of the book. I would recommend this book to my great grandchildren.
For an adult i think it's boring.
I made myself finish the whole book. I didn't enjoy most of the book. I would recommend this book to my great grandchildren.
For an adult i think it's boring.
July 25, 2022
A fairy tale, Sara is found as an infant on her German parents doorstep. It is not until much later that her real parents come to claim her. They left her to save her because Hitler was killing all Jews and Gypsys. When she rejoins her real parents, then the trouble begins!
March 10, 2023
Adventurous
Sara and Manelo go on a great and dangerous adventure in order to save her baby brother, Marius. Some parts reminded me of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll, and some parts reminded me of the movie Legend.
Sara and Manelo go on a great and dangerous adventure in order to save her baby brother, Marius. Some parts reminded me of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll, and some parts reminded me of the movie Legend.
December 4, 2024
I should have dnf'd this. Sara is the main character the narrator starts off with the family she grows up with and then who she really is and continues on to what she should become. But I don't know why, she is the least interesting character in the story and half the time she's just being rescued or told what to do, or unconscious. This was just a complete miss for me.
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