Synopsis
From the author of the New York Times bestsellers’ Gabriel’s Rapture and Gabriel’s Inferno comes the epic conclusion to the captivating romantic trilogy. Professor Gabriel Emerson has left his position at the University of Toronto to embark on a new life with his beloved Julianne. Together, he’s confident that they can face any challenge. And he’s eager to become a father. But Julianne’s graduate program threatens Gabriel’s plans, as the pressures of being a student become all consuming. When she is given the honor of presenting an academic lecture at Oxford, Gabriel is forced to confront Julianne about the subject of her presentation—research that conflicts with his own. And in Oxford, several individuals from their past appear, including an old nemesis intent on humiliating Julia and exposing one of Gabriel’s darkest secrets. In an effort to confront his remaining demons, Gabriel begins a quest to discover more about his biological parents, beginning a chain of events that has startling repercussions for himself, Julianne, and his hope of having a family.
My Review
A beautiful conclusion to a heart-wrenching and riveting series. I didn’t think I could fall in love any more than I already was with Professor Emerson, but Gabriel’s Redemption proved me wrong. Gabriel stole my heart over and over again in this story. With his naughty promises, possessiveness, and need to be Julia’s knight in shining armour, he became the ultimate book boyfriend. Julia and Gabriel’s story is one of truly unconditional love. This story takes you on an emotional roller coaster ride hoping that Gabriel and Julia will be strong enough to make it through all the obstacles that are placed in front of them in order to reach their happily ever after. Julia teaches us that true love is for better, and for worse, forsaking all others. She gives Gabriel all of her heart and makes me want to be a better person.
Gabriel’s redemption picks up where Gabriel’s Rapture left off with Julia attending Harvard in pursuit of her Ph.D. as a Dante Specialist and Gabriel teaching at Boston University. Julia is putting heart and soul into her studies leaving very little time for Gabriel and her family. Gabriel deliciously reminds her that they are newlyweds and often persuades her to break from her studies. I was pleasantly surprised to see Richard, Rachel & Aaron, Scott, Tammy & Quinn, along Tom & Diane reappear in this story. They celebrate the holidays with Gabriel and Julia and all have drama of their own to deal with. This book would not be complete without the reappearance of Christa and Paul. Paul will always have a place in my heart. He is a good guy that truly does deserve happiness. I would take him home to mom and dad in a heartbeat. I would love to see a spin off or short HEA for Paul. And yes Gabriel still hates Paul with all of his being. Christa on the other hand is the girl everyone loves to hate. She shows up at the worst possible time and bears her daggers once again. Still, in the end I feel sorry for Christa. It seems as if she will be doomed to a life of heartache and pain. There are a few other characters from the past that make appearances as well and cause all sorts of problems that I would have never expected.
My heart fills with sadness now that this series has come to an end. Sylvain Reynard delivers an enchanting ending to a sinfully delicious and beautiful love story.
About the Author
I’m interested in the way literature can help us explore aspects of the human condition – particularly suffering, sex, love, faith, and redemption. My favourite stories are those in which a character takes a journey, either a physical journey to a new and exciting place, or a personal journey in which he or she learns something about himself/herself. I’m also interested in how aesthetic elements such as art, architecture, and music can be used to tell a story or to illuminate the traits of a particular character. In my writing, I combine all of these elements with the themes of redemption, forgiveness, and the transformative power of goodness. I try to use my platform as an author to raise awareness about the following charities: Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep Foundation, WorldVision, Alex’s Lemonade Stand, and Covenant House. For more information, see my Twitter account.
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