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 Enigmatic and attractive, Professor Gabriel Emerson is a man tortured by his past. Though he takes great pride in his prestigious role as a Dante specialist, he knows he is a magnet for sin, especially lust. 

When the virtuous Julia Mitchell joins his graduate seminar at the University of Toronto, she alters their lives irrevocably. Through their connection, Gabriel begins a journey that forces him to unravel the mysteries of their past entanglement, as well as face his many demons.

A sinful exploration of sex, love, and redemption, “Gabriel's Inferno” is a beguiling intelligent romance filled with intrigue, seduction and forgiveness. Told through witty, dark humor, the narrator relates a captivating tale of Gabriel’s odyssey through the Inferno.




Professor Gabriel Emerson has embarked on a passionate, yet clandestine affair with his former student, Julia Mitchell. Sequestered on a romantic holiday in Italy, he tutors her in the sensual delights of the body and the raptures of sex. 


But when they return, their happiness is threatened by conspiring students, academic politics, and a jealous ex-lover. When Gabriel is confronted by the university administration, will he succumb to Dante’s fate? Or will he fight to keep Julia, his Beatrice, forever?

In Gabriel's Rapture, the brilliant sequel to the wildly successful debut novel, Gabriel's Inferno, Sylvain Reynard weaves an exquisite love story that will touch the reader's mind, body, and soul, forever.

109 comments :

  1. Will there be a 3rd book? I'd love to see how the dynamic between Gabriel and Julia changes or grows after the 2nd book.

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  2. i am also curious to know if there will be a 3rd book?? i would love to read what happens to their life after marriage.

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  3. Hope there is 3 rd book. Loved the series

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  4. Hope there is 3rd book. Loved the series

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  5. Just read the first book, very good. Getting the second book now!

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  6. Please, let there be a third book! There is still so many things about them that intrigue me.

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  7. I am am a fan, would appreciate if one would make a third book.

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  8. Really are wonderful books. Would read about Gabriel and Julia's dog. Beautiful characters. I finished both books in a day and a half and will leave a review at Amazon and Goodreads.

    I'm writing a romance now and learned a lot from your plotting and pacing.
    Gratefully,
    KIM

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  9. I too would like a third book to finish off the story line. Let us cross our fingers :)

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  10. Loved these books, please, please write a third.

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  11. I hope there is a 3rd book! I am dying to continue the story!!!!!

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  12. Loved these books! Fingers crossed there is a 3rd book in the series!!!

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  13. I sure hope there is a third book. Love Love Professor Emerson.

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  14. Love love love Gabriel I finished the first book in a day and a half could not put down and getting ready to start second, please do a 3rd. Great series

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  15. Just finished the series. Beautiful characters. Haunting, powerful, innocent and yet so provocative. What a clever writer you are :) I too would love for a third book so that. Kids, Harvard can be turned into a story. Perhaps another man tempting Julia in years down the track since she is still quite innocent. Off course the outcome has to be a happy ending. I just wouldn't mind a twist of sorts if you were to do a third :) thank you for your great series

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  16. Loved..your books moved me...any idea if there will be an audiobook?

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  17. Just read both books for the second time! I can't get enough! Please write a 3rd book and continue the incredible love story between Gabriel and Julianna. I've got all the moms in the play group I run (374 members) reading it. Can't wait for more!!!

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  18. I agree with everyone else . . . a third is a must! It was incredibly refreshing to have such an intelligent love story, and kept me enthralled from cover to cover.

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  19. You're a wonderful author!! I would love to read anything you write!!! I would love to see where married life takes Julia and Gabriel. I finished both books in 3 days. Please write a 3rd!! In one word "AMAZING"

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  20. waiting on book three impatiently :)

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  21. Any news on if there is going to be a third book? I have absolutely loved the first two and I am hooked. Please do a third.

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  22. I just finished the second book...after quickly reading the first book....and now I'm just going to read them both over again to enjoy them a second time. You are a very gifted writer that pulled me into your story to the point where I didn't want to put my iPad down for any reason...thank you for the pleasure of reading such a beautiful love story.

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  23. Yes - please a 3rd book. Would love to see them struggle with the reversed vasectomy and infertility - so many women suffer through this and I think it would be interesting to see how they cope with such longing to expand their family with their own genes. But, in reality - I would take a 3rd book no matter what - I loved these characters and hated for the 2nd one to end.

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  24. I must also ask for a third book revolving around Julia managing Harvard and her married life to Gabriel. The topic of kids and perhaps some blackmail from someone that knows what happened in Toronto.

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  25. Cannot stress enough how much I loved these books!!! I am about to re-read them again!! I want the third asap! :)

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  26. Loved, loved, and loved your books! A beautiful and pure love story with characters you completely get lost in. The story of Dante & Beatrice, the beautiful art and the breath-taking places from Italy, are just some of the reasons why these books touched my heart. Once I finished reading them, I felt so empty that I started reading them again. I even wrote down all the music mentioned in the books so I can listen to it. These books would be amazing to see turned into a movie!!!

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  27. Do you know who the male model is on the cover of the books?

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  28. Looking forward to reading this series :)

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  30. This was by far the most beautifully written story I have ever read, it was pure poetry and a masterpiece. Thank you for making me LOVE reading all over again...Please Sir, I want more!!!!

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  31. I loved your books! I really really hope there will be a 3rd book to continue where it left off. I LOVE their story! Great work!

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  32. Both of these books were amazing! I literally could not put either one down. Their story is such a gift. I will be lost until a third book comes out. One can only hope that their beautiful love and happiness will continue. Thank you for sharing your talent with the world :)

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  33. Just finished the first two books!! Would love another!!

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  34. I love both of this books so much. They are written with so much emotion and beauty and for that i would like to thank you...


    I was wondering is there going to be a third book i would hope so :)

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  35. Sylvain, these two books are by far the best books I've ever read in any genre! And, yes, I've read the 50 Shades Series. Loved them, but I love these two books more! Your books are so thought provoking, smart, tender, erotic in a subtle way, and very romantic! They've made me want to at least learn about Italian literature and art. I researched online about the literature and art mentioned in the book. I have never been so absorbed by a book in my life. I even downloaded onto my Kindle many of the songs mentioned in the books. The tenderness and the themes of faith and redemption that run through these books absolutely took my breath away. I tend to agree with those who have said that there should be a third book! You are a truly gifted writer! These will be books that I will read over and over again. In a way, I'm married to a Gabriel, and I am his Julianna. That is perhaps one of the reasons these books touched my heart so.

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  36. i like this book ,, you know, very sweet ,, if there is the 3rd ,, i'll be happy to read it ,, :)

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  37. It was a happy accident that I came across these 2 books..what a wonderful set of books. I couldn't put them down. There's something about having a little faith & giving redemption when needed. I agree with everyone above..a 3rd one would be wonderful.
    Love, love, love these books...

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  38. I accidently also came across these books and i am now reading them a 3rd time. GREAT STORY... and would ABSOLUTELY LOVE to read a 3rd one from this series. The story line is amazing, the characters are amazing. Hope to hear soon about a 3rd book =) ~~jessica~~

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  39. Superb! The best books I've ever read. Absolutely 10x better than the rest. The phasing of the story, the romance and the sensuality is all at it's finest timing. I am so enthralled with both character's story. Thank you for sharing this breathtaking romance. We are all hoping for a third round.(",)

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  40. I finished the second book in a day and a half... please please please write a book 3... you have us hooked, we want to know what happens after the wedding... are there children? biological and/or adopted? Did they ever return to Toronto? What happened to Christa and Paul? So many questions... please please please!!

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  41. I would also really love a third book

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  42. I think we all really NEED a thrid book dont deny us that!

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  43. I would love a third book. I can only hope this is not the end of Gabriel and Julia story. They still have so much to discover about another. Please let there be a third book!!!!

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  44. I love reading books and I really love the fifty shades of grey! BUT READING GABRIEL IS WAY BETTER I'M IN LOVE WITH GABRIEL AND JULIA YOU HAVE TO WRITE A THIRD BOOK ON THEM PLEASE IS MY SECOND TIME READING IT BOTH BOOKS THEIR AMAZING! GOD BLESS YOU!

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  45. what an amazing read! i am starting to read them again. i really hope you are working on the third.

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  46. Likewise. I've read 50 Shades, but this one is better. I have to recall my Humanities classes in college. Plus Gabriel is the most intense, loving one, both are very sweet and intelligent as well. Well everything is possible, what about a family for them?

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  47. I read both books, I enjoyed the story line and have to say these two books are probably my favorite books EVER! I really hope that you decide to write a third book!!

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  48. I just purchased both books but not sure which one to read first?

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  49. LOVE LOVE LOVE the books. I really hope that there is a third book. I want to know what married life is like for them. I also want them to have kids in the future. Please have a third book! I actually read this book slowly where I usually speed read through books. I didn't want this book to end and I didn't want to part with Gabriel. I hope everyone is lucky enough to experience the love that he has for his Julia (myself included).

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  50. You left us hanging with Paulina staying drunk in her hotel in Toronto and then visiting Gabriel at the condo. Gabriel rushed downstairs when he received the from the doorman.......but WHAT HAPPENED????? Tell me there is going to more?!! You are my dear , are a brilliant writer and I so enjoyed you sharing your characters. Their story is a true and senual love story. By far better than Fifty.....I love that Julia found her voice in all aspects of her life.

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  51. I add my voice to all the others asking for the story to continue in book 3. We want to know what happens to all these characters I have taken into my heart. Please don't disappoint us.

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  52. I am so in love with this series. The characters are great. I love that the story isn't rushed and you can actually see the relationship growing from page to page. I would love to see a book 3. I am recommending these to all my friends. Amazing job.

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  53. So has anyone replied as to whether a 3rd book will be written??

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  54. I have just finished the 2nd book and omg I am itching to know what happens afterwards. Preying they will be a 3rd book, one of the best series I have ever read :)

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  55. I really hope there is a 3rd book!!!!

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  56. Hi was excited by these books, i thought it ended perfectly. As much as i wish i cold read more about Gabriel and Julianne, i feel that a third is not needed. Everything we needed to know we found out but of course i love these types of storylines. One day i hope to experience this love with someone as gentlemanly like as the Professor. Please keep writing the way you do and keep bringing out romantic books , they are in my dreams!

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  57. Where do I sign a petition to get a 3rd book!! LOL!! Gabriel and Julianne are amazing characters. This is such powerful and provocative book. I look forward to more from you and hopes of a 3rd (married life and kids)!!!!!

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  58. I started this book under the impression of romantic novel , but found out there was so much more than that , the influence of art & the classic dante's shadow overtook the simple romantic novel into more intense & enigmatic route .... and the 2nd part of this book just took into more depths .... path of redemption .... & i realized its not just a simple romance story ... its much more than that ... its just so pure & it felt like you pour your soul into it ....
    Sincerely
    Shammee

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  59. I am so glad to hear that a 3rd book is in the works. I've read the 1st & 2nd books about 3 times now & still feel the same as I did when I read them the first time. Thank you SR for making it happen a 3rd time!!

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  60. LOVE LOVE LOVE the Gabriel books!!!! Absolutely thrilled and cannot wait until the 3rd book comes out!!!!! YAY!!!!

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  61. Thank you! Thank you for this smart, sexy, intelligent, beautiful series of books. I was captivated and swept off my feet with Gabriel and Julianne. Their passionate love story blew me away. I just bought both books this past Saturday and in the wee early morning hours today finished the second book. I've had about 3 sleepless nights this week, because every time I tried to put it down there was always something that made me want to know more and kept on saying what happens next. These two books was so worth the sleepless nights. Imagine my surprise to learn today, after reading the second book to learn that there will be a third book in the very near future made me grin from ear to ear and do a happy dance. Gabriel has touched me in a way FEW fictional characters have. In the third book I hope maybe we get to watch Julianne mature and grow as a woman who is not only in love but have a very real adult relationship where life and marriage is complicated and very hard work the requires equal amounts of give and take and compromise. I would love to see that, because I've gone through that myself. Also would like to see the issue(s) of having children and their struggle of pregnancy or the lack thereof. Of course no romance is not complete without a happily ever after. These would be great highlights of plot points I would like to read in the conclusion to Gabriel and Juliann's epic love story. Gabriel and Julianne will always have a place in my heart. Inferno and Rapture are true masterpieces. These stories I will treasure and re-read time and time again. Here's to the third book that I and everyone else will eagerly wait for and buy when it becomes available, Cheers!!!

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  62. So I look forward to read the third book of series because there must been the haven, true? So less intrigues and more happiness. But you are the author and I trust you because the Gabriel's inferno series is not only beautiful but original .

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  63. Is there gonna be a 3rd book. Please say yes

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    1. Hello Deanne. Yes. I'm writing the third book of the series. All the best, SR

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  64. OMG I read both books over a period of 12 hours. Thank you soo much, cant wait for the third one!!!!

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  65. Read both books in a day and I am so excited that will be a third one!!!! You are an amazing author!!!!

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  66. Congratulations! Learned a lot about medieval (correct me if I'm wrong) histories/literature, Dante and Beatrice all thanks to you! Some HAHAS but definitely a lot of AWWWWWWWWS in the first book! Will be reading the second.

    I wish you more books to come! xoxo, Catziee

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  67. Love the books. Can't wait for the third one. I've read the books three times already.

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  68. I love love love Gabriel and the books, I learned a lot!!! Just finished the second one and I am incredibly happy that there will be a third one :-D!!!!! But I am so sorry for Paul, I really hope he will get over Julia and also find his happy ending. I'm addicted to happy endings. I've even read something about vasectomy because I really hope that Gabriel and Julia can have adopted children AND biological kids. But thank you for these amazing books!!!

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  69. I love love love Gabriel and the books, I’ve learned a lot!!! Just finished the second one and I am incredibly happy that there will be a third one. But I am so sorry for Paul, I really hope that he will get over Julia and get his own happy ending. I am addicted to happy endings ;-). I’ve even read something about vasectomy, because I really hope that Gabriel and Julia can have adopted AND biological children. I don’t understand why everyone is talking about fifty shades of grey. These books are so much better!! Thank you!!!

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  70. Thank u Sylvain both books I have read 3xs and I am going to read again. I have fallen in love with Gabriel.. These books have inspired me and made me want to visit Italy and read about Dante an Beatrice. I have purchased some of the books mentioned. I have also brought the books for my mom for Xmas. Which she has just started and also is enjoying. I cannot wait for the 3rd book.. Please don't let it be too long. Once again thank you for an amazing read xx

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  71. Hello ,from Spain.
    I have read your book ¨ ¨ Gabriel's Inferno, and certainly I can tell you is one of the best books I've read. I look forward to the second part, and I hope it stays that ends well, because here in Epana, the book goes on sale in March this year (2013).
    Sylvain Reynard, thanks for writing such great books, and read this review.

    * Forgive the mistakes of spellings.

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  72. HOLA, ME GUSTARIA SABER CUANDO SALE EL 2º LIBRO AQUI EN ESPAÑA, ME A ENCANTADO EL INFIERNO DE GABRIEL, ASINQUE ME GUSTARIA SEGUIR LEYENDO. GRACIAS
    ISABEL

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  73. Hola Isabel y muchas gracias. El libro saldrá a la venta 5 de marzo.
    SR

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  74. I have just finished Gabriel's Rapture Thank you for two beautiful books.. written with your heart and soul in them... I am still in the Rapture story.. I love the way Gabriel became Human.. found faith and especially grace.. You have made me curious to learn more of Dante.. I have just purchased 2 of his books... Thank you for the music.. the sights and sounds of Italy.. your words painted a picture... Please Please may I make a request?? reverse Gabriel's Vasectomy I know he had the op years ago but it can be reversed and I know God does perform miracles in this day and age.. May God be with you always ~Jen~

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  75. Our I'm dying to read the third book in this series!! she is awesome and I'm dying to see if Julia will become pregnant gabriel, I mean I'm crazy for her pregnancy from him and have a beautiful baby and also see if simon will come back looking for revenge protagonist of our lovely couple! ! finally, I hope it comes out fast this year yet why this series is getting wonderful!! Congratulations Sylvain Reynard!!

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  76. Hi ! congratulations..I am currently reading the first book and I am eager to read the second .. when the second book arrives in Portugal ?

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    1. Ola, Elisabeth.
      I think the second book releases in Portugal in April, 2013.
      When I have more details, I'll post the date here on my website.

      Obrigado, SR

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  77. I'm reading at the moment, "Gabriel's Rapture." It's a fascinating story, which actually identify what "love" is capable of. The failures and human errors are worthy of forgiveness and understanding, when it find the person ... the part that we needed to fully complete us. The message of the characters, for me, was special and I'm grateful to have it shared. Congratulations Sylvain, for this fantastic idea and expression language!

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  78. Hola...Felicitaciones!!! Simplemente Increíble, fascinante, aun estoy en shock, y no quería dejar de comentar que desde que termine el Infierno y mientras espero la llegada de Rapture a la Argentina, no dejo de pensar lo maravilloso que seria que llevaran la historia al cine. Quisiera saber si ya manejan esa posibilidad????
    No solo porque la historia tiene todos los ingredientes para emocionarnos sino porque desde lo visual tendría unos escenarios maravillosos...Gabriel en Florencia!!! Arte y belleza. Un Placer Absoluto, un Paraíso de pecados visuales.... Por favor tengan en cuenta esta posibilidad!!! Y Gracias por el regalo de disfrutar esta historia y también poder aprender con ella.

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  79. These were the best books I read in my entire life ... and look what I read tons of books, anxious hope the third book! :) love Gabriel!!

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  80. Please let there be a third book!!! I read both books in 3 days I couldn't put it own!

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  81. is there a translation in greek?

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    1. Yassou, Sophie.
      A Greek translation is forthcoming from Psichogios.
      All the best, SR

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  82. Thanks for the seccond book!
    I m crying now! and i cant stop....
    plase, i need the third book!
    I need to see the face of Gabriel Emerson.....

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  83. Me encantaron los libros, el infierno y el extasis, un historia muy bien contada, los personjes y sus evoluciones a traves de las paginas. Espero con ansias el tercero, estimado Sylvian, tomate el tiempo que quieras para que la historia no pierda fuerza. Aqui en Chile tienes una fan que esperara lo que sea... Best regards

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  84. Hello, I just finished reading your books about Gabriel and Julia, and I was wondering when is the third book coming out?I cant wait. Waiting for your response. I love your books, best wishes. Jake

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  85. I finished both books in less than a week. And might I add, I sacrificed some sleep. It's unfortunate that I have to wait until December 2013 to read "Gabriel's Redemption." I need something sooner. The suspense is killing me... ;-) Love the books!!! Love Professor Emerson and his bow ties!!! I guess I'll just have to re-read them until the next one. Thanks SR!!! You Rock!!!

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  86. What a wonderful story, I think we all wish for a Gabriel in our lives, for someone to love us that intensely. Oh well back to reality! Thanks for the escape, looking forward to the next book.

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  87. Hola Sylvain,
    Agradecerte una historia bella donde las haya, donde los personajes aprenden a hacerse ellos mismos y a perdonarse, donde nos enseñan que el amor , el perdón , la redención y la bodad todavia existe. Gracias por una gran historia de amor. Espero el tercero con muchas ganas, y esperando una firma de libros en España. Gracias

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  88. Gracias por una historia increiblemente HERMOSA!
    Saludos desde CHILE :)

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  89. No story has ever touched me like this since reading about Meggie Cleary and Father Ralph de Bricassart (The Thorn Birds - Colleen McCoullogh). I am delighted!
    I will read anything, from the latest "it-book" to Voltaire, and in my humble opinion the Gabriel series is our generation's masterpiece. Thought provoking, deep, romantic, sensual, rich in culture. I laughed and cried with Gabriel and Julianne. I felt their heartbreak and their bliss.
    Thank you, SR, for a 3o. book! Keep on creating wonderfully relatable, memorable and lovable characters like these two.

    PS: does anyone else wonder if Gabriel did indeed visit Julia in her bed while they were separated, or was she dreaming?

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  90. I don't think a 3rd book is necessary. The story is beautiful and I think the ending was nice. Another book means more troubles, although I would have loves seeing Christa going down and Gabriel and Julianne having kids !

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  91. I loved both the books...I'm waiting eagerly for the third...if there's a possibility !!! I even wish to watch it turn into a movie...that'l be fabulous......!!!

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  92. I am so glad you are writing a third book! I read the first book on ebook, started it in the evening - and stayed up ALL night until I finished it!! (my partner came down to work the following morning and found me in the same position, with lots of empty coffee cups next to me!) needless to say I bought the 2nd book straight away and read that in a couple of days. Then I went out and bought the 'hard' copies - book 3 will give me another excuse to read the books again! yay!!!

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  93. I love this. and I cant stop falling further :D this is one hell of a book. :) the characters are smartly done and there's never a dull page. I cant wait for the third book. youve outdne yourself Ms. R.;)

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  94. Do you have a playlist for Julianne's love song's? You should just make a cd.

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    1. Hello Jennifer,
      There is a playlist here: http://www.argyleempire.com/2013/01/music-in-or-inspired-by-gabriels.html

      And some readers put together a You Tube channel, too: http://www.youtube.com/user/GIFansSpain

      All the best and thanks for reading, SR

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  95. Where can I find the second book?The trial of Gabriel, here in Brazil, Parana where I live i am not found ...

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  96. Hola Sylvain. Enorabuena por tus libros, los leí en un día. Sus personajes son bellísimos, una historia de amor tierna, llena de bondad, espiritualidad y crecimiento interior. Estoy esperando con ánsias el tercero pues a Gabriel le queda pendiente el tema de la paternidad.... aunque el segundo libro terminó bastante lindo. Muchos besos y felicidades.

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  97. Olá
    Adorei os dois livros! e tal como nos comentários anteriores espero por um terceiro! Os parabéns à autora por me proporcionar uma história tão bonita, romântica e tão bem escrita. Continuação de excelentes escritas!

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  100. Estoy fascinada con los 2 libros de S. REYNARD, de verdad me encantaron, Emerson y Julia me tienen loca de atar con su amor, de verdad el libro me a servido de inspiracion, de amor, de cariño y aprendizaje..
    Ojala el autor nos siga deleitando con sus historias.

    Besos!!

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