The Gypsy Crown

Charmed in the 17th century

The Gypsy Crown
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GYPSY CHILDREN EMILIA AND Luka are forced to embark on a quest to find six ancient charms their grandmother says will save their family from the hangman’s noose. It won’t be easy. As well as the various challenges they must meet to gain each charm, the brutal thief Coldham is also hot on their heels.

Kate Forsyth takes a rich array of characters through historically factual events. A thrilling start to an epic six-book adventure.

Recommended for age 12+

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About the Author

Kate Forsyth

Kate Forsyth is a bestselling fantasy novelist whose books have been published in the US, Germany and in Australia. Her series, The Witches of Eileanan, is six books in total. The first book, Dragonclaw, was short-listed for the 1997 Aurealis awards for Best Australian Fantasy Novel, debuted at No. 8 on the Locus “bestsellers” list and was chosen as one of the best fantasy books of the year in a Locus readers’ poll. Book 3, The Cursed Towers, was also shortlisted for the 1999 Aurealis awards in the same category.

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