This is a time travel book, and time travel is truly Rosie's gift. In "Rosie's Gift", Rosie journeys back in time to clear her friend Thomas's name. He's been falsely accused of stealing a diamond necklace that belonged to the mistress of the house. As the story unfolds, it becomes clear that the son and the governess are the real culprits. Overall, this is a good children's book that explores themes of friendship and justice. If you're looking for captivating children's book reviews, Ann Carrol...

In 1996 Dublin, young Rosie travels back in time to encounter relatives who toiled in a grand country house in Wicklow. The author provides a solid introduction to the staff and the demanding work within such a household, all to serve a tiny, privileged minority. We're reminded that just a few years prior, the Famine had decimated the poor, either killing them or forcing them from their homes. So, at the very least, those employed in these large estates had food and shelter, even if their wages ...