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3.64 AVERAGE
3.64 AVERAGE
Review will be up as soon as I get cleared to put it up, no spoilers of course, but it's a 5 fantastic stars!
SR I am truly honored for the privilege of reading this book so early, so thank you and Nina for the opportunity and friendship over the years. I missed Gabriel and Julia.
It’s been a while since Gabriel’s Redemption was published, but even then, I wanted more. Gabriel’s Promise is that more I wanted and much more. Gabriel and Julianne’s story has been a part of my life for a decade now. Sylvain Reynard story is one that will transcend time. Not only because the romance story behind it, but all the knowledge you get from them, you will find Dante Alighieri, Botticelli along with C.S. Lewis work within these pages. You get a music playlist that will make your emotions more real.
I have read hundreds of books since Gabriel’s Inferno, none of them have the elements I have found within the series. I suggest you read all of SR books, as you will find some connecting dots with this one.
Needless to say, this book is a must-read more than 5 stars and a series you need to have on your shelf.
Don’t forget to sign up for Passionflix, as you will be getting this beloved story on screen soon!
SR I am truly honored for the privilege of reading this book so early, so thank you and Nina for the opportunity and friendship over the years. I missed Gabriel and Julia.
It’s been a while since Gabriel’s Redemption was published, but even then, I wanted more. Gabriel’s Promise is that more I wanted and much more. Gabriel and Julianne’s story has been a part of my life for a decade now. Sylvain Reynard story is one that will transcend time. Not only because the romance story behind it, but all the knowledge you get from them, you will find Dante Alighieri, Botticelli along with C.S. Lewis work within these pages. You get a music playlist that will make your emotions more real.
I have read hundreds of books since Gabriel’s Inferno, none of them have the elements I have found within the series. I suggest you read all of SR books, as you will find some connecting dots with this one.
Needless to say, this book is a must-read more than 5 stars and a series you need to have on your shelf.
Don’t forget to sign up for Passionflix, as you will be getting this beloved story on screen soon!
emotional
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Gabriel’s Promise
Gabriel’s Inferno, Book 4
I Picked Up This Book Because: Finish the series.
Media Type: Audiobook
Source: LV-CC Public Library
Dates Read: 3/29/23 - 4/1/23
Stars: 4
Narrator(s): Robertson Dean
The Characters:
Gabriel Emmerson:
Julia Emmerson:
Clair Emmerson, Various Family and Friends
The Story:
This reads like a long epilogue. Gabriel and Julia are learning to navigate life as new parents while still pursuing their academic and career goals. Julia faces particular challenges with a petty and jealous professor who impedes her finishing her degree. There is a bit of a mystery left open that could result in a 5th book, but it's been 13 years since this book was published, so I guess it's not happening.
The Random Thoughts:
Gabriel’s Inferno, Book 4
I Picked Up This Book Because: Finish the series.
Media Type: Audiobook
Source: LV-CC Public Library
Dates Read: 3/29/23 - 4/1/23
Stars: 4
Narrator(s): Robertson Dean
The Characters:
Gabriel Emmerson:
Julia Emmerson:
Clair Emmerson, Various Family and Friends
The Story:
This reads like a long epilogue. Gabriel and Julia are learning to navigate life as new parents while still pursuing their academic and career goals. Julia faces particular challenges with a petty and jealous professor who impedes her finishing her degree. There is a bit of a mystery left open that could result in a 5th book, but it's been 13 years since this book was published, so I guess it's not happening.
The Random Thoughts:
I did something with this fourth book in the Gabriel's Inferno series that I haven't done in quite some time. I finished the book, then I sat back and stewed about it for a while. Then I stewed about it some more. I enjoyed the first three books in the series, and while it took me a bit in the first book to warm up to the contrariness that is Gabriel, warm up, I did, and I liked this couple together. Julia has this way of giving in to Gabriel while somehow, still getting her own way, and there is no doubt of his dedication to her. That dedication takes on a new element with Gabriel's Promise. This pair is learning to be parents, and they're both completely devoted to baby Clare. Gabriel, Julia, and Clare are just the sweetest family, and of course, we get lots of extended family as everyone gathers round to welcome the new baby, which means some catching up with favorites from the series. Of course, there's a bit of angst with some secrets between our couple, but if you're familiar with the series, and you really should be before starting this one, then a few disagreements between these two won't be enough to do them in. Instead, we get some danger by way of a mystery character, one who may or may not be from Gabriel or Julia's past. This is where I ran into problems, and it's what brought about my stewing. What it boils down to is that the conclusion for this book is kind of open-ended, and it feels a little unfinished to me. Now, I don't know if there are plans for another book in the series. Honestly, I expected this to be the finale for this couple, but now, I'm not so sure. If there is another book in the works, the unfinished ending along with unanswered questions would make sense because the series has been a continuing story. But, if this is the last book, I feel like the author took the easy way out with the suspense angle here. I really expected so much more, especially after a certain big thing happened. It really had great potential, but it ended up being a little like a secondary storyline just to have the mystery included, and it starts to fizzle after that above mentioned big event. To sum it up, I loved getting to revisit this couple, but I wasn't sold on the suspense, especially with how it was left.
Loved this! I absolutely love the whole series of these books.
Some things seem to be left open ended though and I feel we still need answers to them, which gives me hope for another book?...
Does anyone know if there will be a fifth?
Some things seem to be left open ended though and I feel we still need answers to them, which gives me hope for another book?...
Does anyone know if there will be a fifth?
I love this series!
This series pulls me in every time. I love Gabriel and Julie. Their love story was epic, and seeing them with the baby felt like the next step in their life. Of course, they have trials to overcome. I loved it!
This series pulls me in every time. I love Gabriel and Julie. Their love story was epic, and seeing them with the baby felt like the next step in their life. Of course, they have trials to overcome. I loved it!
Out of respect and the fact that I loved the original trilogy so much, I will pretend that this book didn’t happen.
I wish to feel this rare excitement that I felt at tge prospect of reading this book more often.
What an absolute swoon fest. Gabriel and Julia will forever be one of my favorite book couples. Their love story and the introduction of baby Clare have only intensified my love for this series. Bravo Sylvain. Also, anyone who writes about my beloved Italy so beautifully and full of admiration will always have a fan in me ❤️
Disclaimer: I received an arc copy of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
This is the fourth book in the series and falls into some of the pitfalls of a book meant to length a trilogy but the writing is so great that it sucks you back into Gabriel and Julia's world.
This is the fourth book in the series and falls into some of the pitfalls of a book meant to length a trilogy but the writing is so great that it sucks you back into Gabriel and Julia's world.
