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.
****4 Star Review by Betsy
SR fans have new waiting a long time for more Gabriel and Julia, and Gabriel’s Redemption definitely delivers for fans. If you have not read Gabriel’s Inferno and Gabriel’s Rapture, this is a continuation of Gabriel and Julia’s passionate love story as they make their way through their first year of marriage.
Fans of the first two books will find lots to love in this conclusion, as SR gives us close to 500 pages of Gabriel and Julia, his Beatrice. We also get to see what happens with those we loved to hate, Christa, Simon, and Natalie. Also making an appearance is Paul, the good guy who pined after Julia, and who definitely deserves his own happy ending!
This story is a detailed look at the many ups and downs of Julia and Gabriel’s married life. Not always on good terms, the two navigate their way through uncharted territory. With more than one surprise along the way, we get a glimpse of how these two grow and mature in to a life together and shed their pasts that have been holding them back.
I was a huge fan of the first two Gabriel books, and have been waiting patiently for more. It was different too see Gabriel and Julia as a married couple, as much of the first two books there was a lot external and internal conflict keeping them from being a unified couple. Although they have different ideas about how to handle life’s obstacles in this story, they communicate and try to work together through much of the book. Gabriel’s Redemption shows a definite change in the dynamic of their relationship.
I think fans of the first to books will be pleased with the story’s conclusion, but be prepared to set aside some time to dig in to the book. Much like Inferno and Rapture, Redemption will take you through the ringer, with an ending that will have you hooked and teary-eyed!
Author Bio
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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