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sarabook's review
3.0
I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
2.5 rounded up.
The Gypsy Code follows author Mike Woodhouse as he recounts his past troubles with a gypsy family, who then take it upon themselves to exact revenge and start a lifelong feud. Love, loss and the constant companionship of loyal dog Alfie spins an interesting story as Mike faces untold hardship, and a bittersweet turn of events in Rhoda, a gypsy woman he comes to love.
Mike Woodhouse comes across as a very ‘salt of the Earth’ character. He doesn’t mince his words when regaling his life running from the gypsies he’s been targeted by, and his swift downward spiral into a life living in fear. I wouldn’t necessarily say that his actions are blameless, but he comes across as a man who really understands the consequences of his past crimes and this makes him a lot more likeable than he might have otherwise see. I think this is because his story feels very honest, never shying away from showing the author in a less than positive way when called upon. It feels believable.
The writing style is ok. I found that towards the end the story looses a lot of its momentum, and I did start to loose interest. I think it’s hard to tell a story of this nature and maintain that high level of emotions. This tries, but wasn’t quite there.
2.5 rounded up.
The Gypsy Code follows author Mike Woodhouse as he recounts his past troubles with a gypsy family, who then take it upon themselves to exact revenge and start a lifelong feud. Love, loss and the constant companionship of loyal dog Alfie spins an interesting story as Mike faces untold hardship, and a bittersweet turn of events in Rhoda, a gypsy woman he comes to love.
Mike Woodhouse comes across as a very ‘salt of the Earth’ character. He doesn’t mince his words when regaling his life running from the gypsies he’s been targeted by, and his swift downward spiral into a life living in fear. I wouldn’t necessarily say that his actions are blameless, but he comes across as a man who really understands the consequences of his past crimes and this makes him a lot more likeable than he might have otherwise see. I think this is because his story feels very honest, never shying away from showing the author in a less than positive way when called upon. It feels believable.
The writing style is ok. I found that towards the end the story looses a lot of its momentum, and I did start to loose interest. I think it’s hard to tell a story of this nature and maintain that high level of emotions. This tries, but wasn’t quite there.
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