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Set against the backdrop of 17th‑century England, ‘Gypsy Baron’ follows Kate de Vere, a noblewoman whose loyalty to her country clashes with her desire for freedom. Her unexpected romance with Stefan Dvorak, a charismatic Gypsy vagabond, ignites a passion that threatens both of their worlds.
Stefan’s wanderings ignite a struggle between his ethnic heritage and the political turmoil back home. As war drums swell, his return to Kate forces him to choose between duty and love, while Kate confronts the expectations of aristocratic life and her longing for autonomy.
The story blends historical detail with the vibrancy of Romani culture, offering an intimate look at the challenges of identity, allegiance, and desire in a period of great change.
First publish date: 1992
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Mary Daheim
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