Eliza's Hope

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Eliza's Hope was listed on the Predators and Editors Poll for Reader Favorite Romance Novel for 2007.

Eliza Lily is harboring a terrible secret she cannot fully recall. With her past exposed, and her reputation ruined, she leaves for New York with her guardian - William Bennett and his sister, Jewel.

Hoping to forge a new life for herself, will her past come to haunt her future happiness?

Eliza Lily's fragmented memories torment her of the terrible day she fled Jeb Harris, her foster parent. William Bennett finds Eliza by the river with blood on her dress. She insist its from an animal, but being an avid hunter, he knows better. Ignoring the inner alarm in his head, he makes a decision that will forever change his life. He brings Eliza home to live with him and his sister, Jewel.

When ugly rumors resurface years later, Eliza and Jewel take shelter with William who now lives in New York. He plans to marry Eliza to a suitable gentleman who can give her a home and safety from her past. Eliza thwarts his plans in her quest for social change. To make matters worse, stirrings of love for this exasperating women challenge his determination.

Even in a city of millions, Eliza's past once again resurfaces. Only by going back to the scene of her lost memories can she hope to discover the truth. But will the truth set Eliza free or dash all hope?

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4 cup rating! Reviewed by Brenda for The Romance Studio.

"reminded me of the well-known Civil War classic.. It will truly arrest your attention and, while reading, you might be anxious to complete the story, but you would never find a part you would choose to leave out. I really liked Ms. Gaia’s writing style, and the plot was certainly unique. You will be glad you have read this book; I recommend it highly." Read review

Romance Reader at Heart review:

"I loved this book. I was completely pulled into the story, right from the very first page. Eliza is an amazing character, a woman with firm beliefs and the strength to stand up for her convictions. This story is steeped with the details of the time, and I could fairly hear the shouts at the suffrage rallies! ELIZA'S HOPE shows that even those with the bleakest of beginnings can overcome enormous obstacles and find their own happily-ever-after. This is truly a wonderful book" ~ read review

5 blue ribbon rating! Review by Anita for Romance Junkies.

"A thought provoking and emotionally stirring romance by Vicki Gaia is filled with thrilling action and surprises. There are many wonderfully realistic scenes describing the fight for equality between the classes and women's rights that transports the readers back to an exciting time in our nation's history." Read Review

Reviewed by Jambrea for Joyfully Reviewed

"During the timing of Eliza’s Hope wonderful things were happening in the world.  Ms. Gaia did a great job portraying the emotions of the woman’s suffrage movement and society’s reaction to the movement.  There was a part of the story where Eliza is trying to get people interested in the movement and she is attacked by a mob.  I felt as if I was right there with Eliza. 

The part of the story that I really got into was the mystery of Eliza’s past.  Ms. Gaia played that out in a way that keeps you guessing.  I also enjoyed the secondary character or Jewel.  Her love story was almost more entertaining for me than Eliza and Williams’.

5 cup rating! Review by Krista for Coffee Time Romance.

"Ms. Gaia is an emotional writer. I found myself swept up in the story." Read review.