"Once again Josie Riviera has intrigued her readers with insight into a culture of Romani "Gypsies" that has fascinated people from many countries for many years. She has woven a story about prejudices, class-distinction, preconceived ideas, and mystery into a classic story in which love shatters those ideas and leads to happiness despite cultural differences."- Amazon Reviewer

"Valentina is a beautiful gypsy who is known for her ability to read palms. But, presently, she must consider the health and wellbeing of her sister, Yolanda. Fearing that Yolanda is getting sicker, the sisters head to an estate where they believe a physician is nearby.

James Colchester is a wealthy, landed gentry and a brave soldier. He's also a grieving father and widower. In an act of Christian charity, he welcomes the gypsy sisters into his home. But, his faith is weak at the moment and he asks Valentina to read his palm. Even though he's allowed them to stay in his home, her Rom heritage prevents her from trusting him or his English ways. Therefore, in an act of spite and fear, she withholds possibly critical information from him. But, can the Rom spirits be trusted anyway, or are God's ways higher?

As a romance, what begins with infatuation and intrigue develops over time into love. Yet, that love will be tested by class distinction and pride among other things.

What follows is a story of extreme emotions. You will want your tissues nearby because the emotions will get intense. But, when you finish, there will be a sense of peace that all has been made right.

Themes covered include - prejudice, deceit, forgiveness, love, true Christian character, and prayer. I loved how Valentina gradually learned and accepted the ways of God through reading the Bible.

If I were to add anything, I'd love for there to be an epilogue that connects this book with Seeking Patience. But, maybe the author can write a short novella that fills in the middle?"- Amazon Reviewer

"What a well-written book, so different from the usual historical novels. I enjoyed the unique and passionate love story between an English lord and a gypsy woman. The author takes us in an unchartered territory where we discover the gypsy culture. An interesting clash of cultures where love infiltrates and solves problems. I couldn’t put this book down." - Amazon Reviewer