A Time for Hope

Hope #3

by Anna Jacobs

When Gabrielle Newman throws her cheating husband out, Stu cares more about the money than the break-up, getting more than his fair share from their house sale. An unexpected bequest offers Gabrielle a new start and she tries to leave the past behind, heading north with Des Monahan, the private investigator sent to find her.

Meanwhile, Stu has got entangled with organized crime in Eastern Europe and is desperate to pay his gambling debts. Gabrielle needs Des's help to protect herself and her inheritance. She's very attracted to Des - but dare she trust any man again?

Then Stu tracks down his ex-wife and Gabrielle discovers just what the man she once loved is capable of, as her life is threatened. Can she and Des find a way to stop Stu and his ruthless new friends?

Genres: Romance, Historical Fiction, Fiction

320 pages, Paperback

First published February 1, 2015

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

[Bookread2day · Rating 5 out of 5]

Five big stars. I love reading fiction stories about marriage problems. I couldn't stop reading A Time For Hope. Gabrielle Newman throws out her cheating husband and so rightly too. Stu is money mad and all he cares about is how much money he's going to get from the house sale plus he has another woman. Gabrielle meets another man, but can she trust any man again. It's difficult trusting another man after a bad marriage. Gabrielle's husband Stu is just like a slippery snake stealing some things that belongs to Gabrielle . But watch out because someone just might bite back at Stu. I have read another book by Anna Jacobs but when I found out that Anna had this book out , as I love reading about husband and wifes I knew instantly that I had to read this book. I highly recommend A Time For Hope as it is partly a psychological domestic suspense.

[ReadAlongWithSue ★⋆. ࿐࿔catching up · Rating 3 out of 5]

I would like to thank Severn House via Net Galley for my copy.



I love Anna Jacobs, but this book felt a little lacking to me. Its a story that I have read similar before and similar events, nothing new in it really. Its a gentle book that you can curl up with and not have to really 'get into' so if you are looking for an easy kind of read, I would say, yep, this is your book.

I have loved every other book from this author I have read so far from over the years even before actively reviewing seriously, but this one, for me.....ran a little on the edge of me wanting to finish it instead of hanging on its pages.

[Michele Coleman · Rating 3 out of 5]

A quick but predictable little read. If you just want a fast entertaining, light read you'll enjoy this one. A little romance, a little suspense but nothing too deep.
Gabrielle is going through a divorce with a bad news guy whose causing her lots of trouble. In comes Dan a night in white armour to save her but it's not over yet.....

[poppie · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really enjoyed this book as it was different to other books I have read of Anna Jacobs and this one kept my interest. Felt it was going to be a bit predictable and although I was right to a certain degree, I didn't foresee what an explosive ending it was going to have! Well worth reading.

[Tammy Wooding]

When Gabrielle Newman throws her cheating husband out, Stu cares more about the money than the break-up, getting more than his fair share from their house sale. An unexpected bequest offers Gabrielle a new start and she tries to leave the past behind, heading north with Dan Monahan, the private investigator sent to find her.

Meanwhile, Stu has got entangled with organized crime in Eastern Europe and is desperate to pay his gambling debts. Gabrielle needs Dan's help to protect herself and her inheritance. She's very attracted to Dan - but dare she trust any man again?

Then Stu tracks down his ex-wife and Gabrielle discovers just what the man she once loved is capable of, as her life is threatened. Can she and Dan find a way to stop Stu and his ruthless new friends?

[Emily Higgins · Rating 3 out of 5]

Gabrielle Newman’s husband, Stu, has informed her he is in love with another woman and wants a divorce. Of course, their house must be sold and Stu forces Gabrielle to accept a lower price so that the house can be sold quickly. Gabrielle finds out shortly after the divorce is final that she is to receive a bequest from a distant relative. This will help her get back on her feet, if Stu does not find a way to the bequest from her also.

[Kerry]

It was a nice easy read, I completely read the novel in 24 hours. Nice sweet tale. I enjoyed it. I picked up another 3 books of Anna Jacobs from the library, hoping to have them finished by end of month.

[mois reads · Rating 5 out of 5]

Dan and Gabrielle

What a beautiful book I just can't get enough of these books but this one really got to me i felt I was with Gabrielle every step of the way I wish I could give 10 stars but sadly only 5 STARS I need time to recover after this book I'm utterly drained .

[Tizmehr · Rating 1 out of 5]

This is the third in the Hope series. To me it seems like the same story three times over, just a few twists.

[Mrs J T Headen Mrs s j forster · Rating 5 out of 5]

final chapter of the lives and dangers

Loved the final chapter of lives around amazing building and protection of The Lady. So engrossed in the stories that I read the books too fast. Now to the next Anna Jacobs writings.

[Maureen Constable · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoyed every word.

As usual Anna had me wanting me never to put the book down. I now look forward to her next one in this saga.

[Linda · Rating 4 out of 5]

Couldn’t put it down

[Michael David entwistle · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent reading

Brilliant book gripping story one of those books when you start reading you carnt put down till the end hope there's another one

[josephine Hunt · Rating 5 out of 5]

A very good, compelling story.

I could not put this book down, I had to reach the end it was so good. My last six books have been by Anna Jacobs,she is such an interesting writer.

[Cyd · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellant

[Diana Warren · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another winner by Anna Jacobs

This was a love story with a twist. Following Gabrielles journey into a new life. It had romance, mystery, and drama, a great page turner!

[Sharon · Rating 4 out of 5]

Another cracker of a story from Anna.

[June Walker · Rating 1 out of 5]

And they all lived happily ever after, again and again.

[Linda Hobson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved this series

[Suzanne · Rating 5 out of 5]

Absolutely loved this book it was great and I loved how all the older characters mixed in well with the new characters. It was a awesome series as usual.

[Heather Wright · Rating 4 out of 5]

7 / 10

[Helen · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great easy read

[Lynn Smith · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5*

[Dan Hooks · Rating 4 out of 5]

Not as good as the other 2 but still enjoyed it

[Judy Bolitho · Rating 2 out of 5]

Silly story, silly dialogue. Not up to the usual standard for this author.

[Maggie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Another gem from Anna Jacobs. A relaxing read with characters I can relate to and become friends with.

[John Milliner · Rating 3 out of 5]

The end was not realistic, I doubt things like that would happen in the U.K.

[Roslin Rose · Rating 5 out of 5]

Brilliant book