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When teenagers Beth and Sam Bolton are orphaned, their baby sister is taken into a new home, so they decide to set sail for a new life too... in America. On board the steamer to New York, Beth and Sam meet charismatic gambler Theo, and quick-witted Londoner Jack, and the four band together to seek their fortunes. Beth has always dreamed of playing her fiddle to large audiences... and finds herself doing so in the saloons, where she is a huge success and lovingly nicknamed Gypsy by her fans. But the foursome fall foul of local gangsters and flee to Canada... As word gets out that gold has been found in the Klondike, they embark on a dangerous and epic journey to reach the Yukon valley, trailing across snowy mountains and treacherous rapids. Who will break first? Theo, the handsome-yet-greedy bounder? Dreamy Sam, so easily influenced by money? Practical Jack, a man devoted to his friends? Or Beth, the woman with the gypsy in her soul, who cares more for music than gold?
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32 of 33 people found the following review helpful
By J. Walsh
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I love Lesley Pearse, I think she is one of the best writers for ages. Her books always just sweep me along and this one is no exception.
Beth and her brother Sam loose both Mother and Father and are left with a half sister to look after. After finding refuge in a nice kind household they decide to go away to America to make their fortune. Needless to say it is not as easy for them as that and along with two friends they embark on an adventure to find themselves and their fortune.
I was reading away one evening and I suddenly realised that I was over half way through the book and I was so disappointed, every single one of Lesley books has had me enthralled, with a need to know what is going to happen. They are so easy to read and they flow with such ease you cannot help but enjoy every page. Gypsie is no exception.
Beth and her brother Sam loose both Mother and Father and are left with a half sister to look after. After finding refuge in a nice kind household they decide to go away to America to make their fortune. Needless to say it is not as easy for them as that and along with two friends they embark on an adventure to find themselves and their fortune.
I was reading away one evening and I suddenly realised that I was over half way through the book and I was so disappointed, every single one of Lesley books has had me enthralled, with a need to know what is going to happen. They are so easy to read and they flow with such ease you cannot help but enjoy every page. Gypsie is no exception.
35 of 37 people found the following review helpful
By LAM
Format:Hardcover
I couldn't wait to get my hands on this, Lesley Pearse's latest novel, having read and thoroughly enjoyed all of her other titles. The only disappointment was that I read the book so quickly!!!
As ever, Lesley Pearse has researched the setting for this book extremely well. Set in the Gold rush era at the end of the 19th century, all of the characters are well depicted, and I could almost imagine myself enduring the cold, harsh conditions of the Canadian winter.
It never ceases to amaze me just how varied Lesley Pearse's books are, but one thing can be guaranteed - they're always an excellent read.
I'm now looking forward to the next one ........
As ever, Lesley Pearse has researched the setting for this book extremely well. Set in the Gold rush era at the end of the 19th century, all of the characters are well depicted, and I could almost imagine myself enduring the cold, harsh conditions of the Canadian winter.
It never ceases to amaze me just how varied Lesley Pearse's books are, but one thing can be guaranteed - they're always an excellent read.
I'm now looking forward to the next one ........
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
By Foodie.Herts
Format:Hardcover
I have read all of Lesley's books but consider this to be one of the weakest ones so far. Compared to blockbusters such as 'Never look back' and ' 'Till we meet again', this book was like diluted juice rather than concentrated juice !
I couldn't get the emotional attachment towards Beth, that I generally feel with Lesley's leading ladies.Whilst her life experiences were challenging and sometimes sad, I found myself wanting to know more about the other caracters rather than Beth.
I read that Lesley had spend time in the Klondike when preparing for this book. It showed ! I was there ; I could smell the bars spilling over with people. I could see the facades as described on the buildings. And I could feel the cold ice whilst I snuggled down in my warm bed !
So in my opinion, not the best ever. But you know what ? It would make a great movie ! What do you think Lesley ?!
I couldn't get the emotional attachment towards Beth, that I generally feel with Lesley's leading ladies.Whilst her life experiences were challenging and sometimes sad, I found myself wanting to know more about the other caracters rather than Beth.
I read that Lesley had spend time in the Klondike when preparing for this book. It showed ! I was there ; I could smell the bars spilling over with people. I could see the facades as described on the buildings. And I could feel the cold ice whilst I snuggled down in my warm bed !
So in my opinion, not the best ever. But you know what ? It would make a great movie ! What do you think Lesley ?!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Gypst
Another great book by a great author Leslie Pearce . A story of love , joy , hardship and sorrow would recommend.
Published 18 days ago by charlotte mason
5.0 out of 5 stars
Lesley Pearce Books FANTASTIC
I have now read almost all Lesly Pearce books. I cannot put them down every one I have enjoyed considerably and will be really sorry when I have no more left to read.
Published 22 days ago by Sandra Buttery
5.0 out of 5 stars
Gypsy by Lesley Pearse
Great book, Fantastic author. Kept an old lady very happy, now waiting on her new book to come out in paperback so my nan stays even happier.
Published 25 days ago by jo2011
5.0 out of 5 stars
Another superb Lesley Pearse book
Loved this book. Couldn't put it down as so gripping.. Have read all of this author's books, and cannot wait until she has published another.
Published 1 month ago by Ruth Bushnell
5.0 out of 5 stars
still reading
was good order just gotta read it now . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Published 2 months ago by sam
5.0 out of 5 stars
Gypsy
Excellent reading felt I was part off the story, a very well put together story, a nice relaxing easy read
Published 2 months ago by jacky latch
5.0 out of 5 stars
lesley pearse books
i love all the lesley pearse books that i have read up to date. once you start to read them you cant put them down
Published 3 months ago by anne platt
5.0 out of 5 stars
Very good
A book that drags you in as part of the cast, it
makes you feel a part of the story
makes you feel a part of the story
Published 3 months ago by Elaine Stirzaker
5.0 out of 5 stars
Gypsy
I enjoy reading Lesley Pearse's books and Gyspy is no exception. A lot of thought and imagination has gone into it,i just could not put the book down.
Published 3 months ago by rakshpal kaur mundae
5.0 out of 5 stars
Easy to read and entertains
A good book that makes you feel you are there with the characters. Easy to read, not easy to put down!
Published 3 months ago by Groovy gran
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