The Gypsy Queen's Vow

"The Gypsy Queen's Vow" by May Agnes Fleming is a dramatic novel rooted in themes of determination and vengeance. It begins with a Gypsy queen named Ketura urgently traveling towards London on a stormy night, revealing her strong willed and emotionally distressed state. Key characters like Reginald Germaine, Ketura’s son, and contrasting personalities such as the kind Mr. Toosypegs and the stern Mr. Harkins, become entwined in her journey. The plot thickens with themes of betrayal and injustice when Reginald faces imprisonment for theft, leading to his mother's desperate emotional plea. The dramatic opening foreshadows ensuing vengeance and inner turmoil, as Ketura's vow becomes a prominent theme central to the narrative.