Ridge Hill

The Gibson Family #3

by Anna Jacobs

**The third book in the stunning Gibson Family series , perfect for fans of 'Call the Midwife', Dilly Court and Catherine Cookson **Lancashire, 1848. Preparations are under way for Annie Gibson's wedding to Bilsden's wealthy mill owner, Frederick Hallam. But not everyone is as pleased as they are.Frederick's daughter is horrified at the prospect of a new, attractive stepmother arriving at the house on Ridge Hill. Even Annie's own family feels threatened. The only person who seems pleased is Annie's brother Tom.And soon, real troubles begin to pile up for the Gibsons. Tom's happiness is jeopardised bya shocking revelation that turns his world upside down. Annie's son, William, finds out some devastating news about his own father. And even Annie's joy cannot last. Because someone has uncovered the secrets she has fought so hard to keep hidden . . .***********Praise for Anna 'Anna Jacobs' books have an impressive grasp of human emotions' - Sunday Times'Catherine Cookson fans will cheer!' - Peterborough Evening Telegraph'Anna Jacobs' books are deservedly popular. She is one of the best writers of Lancashire sagas around' - Historical Novels Reviews

Genres: Historical, Fiction

465 pages, Kindle Edition

First published January 1, 1996

About the author

Anna Jacobs has 87 novels published as of April 2019. She writes historical sagas and modern novels alternately, and in the past has written historical romances and fantasy novels (the latter as Shannah Jay).

She's addicted to story-telling and writes three novels a year. You can find a list of books and series on her website at www.annajacobs.com

Anna reads 3 novels a week. Happy reading, everyone.

Reviews

[Saikhnaa Ch]

I read this third book because I absolutely loved the first one, especially the heroine's journey from a unfortunate accident which changed her life to the one she built for herself through determination and resilience. The second book was boring, but third was somewhat good enough to find out where finally landed in life.
The story can be quite soap-opera-like, with an endless stream of deaths, accidents, and dramatic twists pushing the plot along. Normally that would bother me, but i accept the old-fashioned way given it's written back in 90s (originally i thought 70s). What I actually enjoyed was the comforting predictability. Problems arise, get resolved, new ventures begin, and success usually follows. There's something oddly soothing about watching life move forward in that way, even when the path there is sometimes dramatic. There are more books in the series, but I'm content to leave Annie HEA here. 3.5 stars
P.S: Goodreads really should allow half star ratings - half star matters!!!

[Ian Mcnamara]

Another 5 stars for book number 3.

At the start of this book I thought the rating might go down slightly as took me a bit longer to get into this one. It however got really good as good as the other books and the situations the family went through had me gripped.

I love the character development in this series and following the journey of the famly as they navigate difficult troubles and situations. Annie and her family are really strong and this book gave me lots of emotion. I am really looking forward to the final two books in the series.

[MRS S PUSEY]

Another brilliant story.

The Gibson family so far have been through so much and yet they have come back from so much every time they think everything is going well comes another knock down poor Annie losing the baby then poor Tom losing Marianne and then finding out about their sister's and May dying how tragic was all this very sad .Thank goodness Fredrick came up with the idea of Rosie for Tom to help let his grief out and star to live life again.

[Pati Mishler]

This is the 3rd book of “The Gibson Saga” in the year 1848 and Annie Ashworth formerly Annie Gibson had worked hard at becoming a great seamstress. Annie did such a good job at it that she opened her own dress making salon that she named “ The Bilsden Ladies Salon. It was in the very best part of High Street and she was very proud of all she had accomplished.

[K S Renuka]

Mind blowing

A mix if all emotions..it like you are watching everything live.. you can just feel it while you read. Oh God how can someone write like this. I just cant wait to take up the next book in this series.. luv you Anna

[Penny Little]

Part of a series but can be read as a stand alone novel. I like the characters so am reading the whole series for the 'feel good' factor.

[Linda Hobson]

Enjoyed this book about the gibson family ,going to be reading the next book in this saga

[Pauline Haney]

I thought I had read this series of The Gibson’s but thanks to Goodreads I was mistaken. I am now reading and enjoying the series 😍

[Louise Carter]

Love this series, there is a minor mistake as Catherine’s baby is called Philip John in book two but Samuel John in book three. Otherwise a lovely series.

[Christine Sherwood]

Just love this family, so much stamina and strength of character, even pride.

[Suzanne]

This was another awesome book in the series. The saga just keeps getting better. I can’t seem to
Put the books down. Off to read the fourth one

[aprilla]

I'll continue the series

[mrs e a tinsdale]

Not the best

There was too many spelling errors and the grammar should have
been better it was very distracting
Not up to the usual standard

[Sean Mc]

a bit repetitive

Story lines very similar to first two books hopefully the last two will have different plots,less doom and gloom bit more drama.

[Gillian]

A brilliant book

[Lynn Smith]

Loved book 3 in this series taking us from 1845 Lancashire seeing Annie achieve personal happiness and ongoing business success. Yes, there are trials and tribulations, and another enemy made - her stepdaughter Beatrice for one!
Sadness at how William finds out about his birth and real father by a bitter and hating Beatrice which almost spoils the close relationship with his mother Annie.
Also, to see her brother Tom to continue to find his happiness with Marianne which when she is killed by the reckless Lord Darrington you mourn along with Tom and yes, I cried for his loss!
Annie's other siblings continue to thrive, and lives improve through the opportunities given to them. Also, her father is given a third chance to find happiness despite Tom's initial disapproval.
Also, the doctor gains another daughter - illegitimate from his estranged wife who dies in childbirth and the chance of happiness with his young housekeeper Ellie - Annie's friend from when they both started out as servants in the doctor's household in the 1830s.
I loved it.

[miss m.lambeth]

Another fantastic tale!

Excellent read. Yet again totally unsustainable!! Looking forward to book 4.I'm not usually into historical novels but this series of books are completely addictive

[Joan]

Book 3 in the Gibson Family Saga - two more to go! Really enjoying this family saga and the stories reflect the history of the period so well. This one deals with the Great Exhibition and the building of the railways.

[Dawn Ward]

Excellent

five star rating the three books in this series are just so easy to read. I could not put them down,I would highly recommend them

[🐝 Shaz 🐝]

I am still enjoying the gibson family saga. Once you are reading it's hard to put them down. Good read.

[Cheryl Kershaw]

a great series, loved every book in the series, as it was older some were harder to find...but they have recently be re-released and i hope they find a new audience.

[Joy]

Continuation of rags to riches Annie Gibson and her family. Another good read.

[Anita]

Excellent

[Joanie]

3.5 stars

[Roslin Rose]

Brilliant book