Abbey

by Gary R. Hope

"Abbey" is a story of love you didn't think possible - a story you wish had happened to you. It's a story of love that is so overwhelming that hearing the sound of her voice in your ear fills your senses with her completely. You inhale her, you taste her. Your life begins with her and without her, it must surely end. The pessimist in you is certain a love this fulfilling and unending is improbable at best, except in your dreams. But Abbey lives this dream for us. He enables us to imagine what love could be.

316 pages, Paperback

Published April 8, 2016

About the author

Gary Hope is a writer from North Carolina. His first four books were non-fiction. He recently released his first work of fiction, It's Too Late To Die Young Now. When asked why he switched to writing fiction, Gary said, “Because change gives me an opportunity to think, and lets my imagination take me anywhere I want to go.”

Reviews

[Amy Bartley · Rating 5 out of 5]

Abbey is offered a very promising job, and moves to Winston-Salem, he settles in quite nicely. Meets some good people, and then sees the most beautiful woman in the world. Abbeys parents however want him to marry an Indian woman. Juliette is a drop dead gorgeous blonde. Abbey cannot get Juliette out of his head, when Juliette just up and leaves. She leaves no phone number or address where he can reach her. He is mistified, what did he do wrong? He is devastated. She is also devastated, but has her reasons. Abbey mopes around for weeks, trying to get over Juliette, to no avail. He tries doing good deeds for others, but it just isn't enough. Finally Juliette returns, can they rekindle their romance? Will it be happily ever after? You will have to read it to find out......it is a story of finding and losing love. It is a lifetime movie In a book. It is a very easy read, no smut, foul language, a good natured love story.

[Jon Rigby · Rating 5 out of 5]

Amazing book! MUST read!

Very well articulated and captivating. The storyline and character development was seamless. By far the BEST book from Mr. Hope to date. Abbey's story became a part of my life.. The articulation of the mental processes made me feel like I was settled right in Abbey's head for the journey, sharing the highs and lows right there with him! The saddest part now is that his story inevitability had to end.. Sequel?!?! One can only have faith, and be OK with whatever happens. Very well done!

[Kitty Soper · Rating 5 out of 5]

Having been born in Winston Salem and having lived here all of my life, of course, made this book exciting for me. It was fun to recognize names and places that are so familiar. It made me feel as if I were "in the story, too". However, that is not the most important thing that this book presents.
"Abbey" is a true life lesson about how much more important it is to one's happiness to "pay it forward" than to "pay it back". Couldn't put it down. Looking forward to more from Gary R. Hope

[Mary · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is a great love story by Gary Hope. The characters are well developed. The story shows that love will prevail. Love can overcome anything if you are willing to fight for it. I loved the Grandfathers' words of wisdom. They are words that we can each live our lives by as well. It is a great read for all. I highly recommend this book.

[Melissa Rothman · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have just finished Abbey and I fell in love with book from the beginning! I loved so many of the quirky and fun characters that play different parts in this book my favorite character happened to be Abbeys Grandfather and all of is wise and loving words of wisdom! I also really enjoyed how fun and easy this book was to read and it was very refreshing! the writing is incredibly well done! I think the only one small thing that I didn't like was the simple fact that the cover doesn't do this wonderful book any justice at all other than that I look forward to seeing when and if there will be a second book!

[Kristi Lewis · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutely LOVED this book! It was one that was interesting, warm and makes me want to be a kinder, more caring and better person. It's a love story that takes detours along the way with some interesting and some funny. I love a good romance and this one was lovely!
Thank you Gary R Hope! You are an amazing writer and storyteller and I look forward to reading more of your books!

[Lora]

I won this book in a Goodreads giveaway and will review once I've read it.

[Maureen]

There is something quite beguiling about the way Gary R. Hope seduces you into this story and baits you with his main character. If you find yourself wondering if you should keep reading...do.

[Gary R. · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent