A Girl Called Hope

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Pub Date Jun 06 2019 | Archive Date Jul 18 2019

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Description

A heart-wrenching saga of love, loss, courage and resilience from the author of The Guardian Angel

In Victorian London’s East End, life for Hope Daniels in the public house run by her parents is not as it seems. Pa drinks and gambles, brother John longs for a place of his own, sister Violet dreams of a life on stage and little Alfie is being bullied at school.

Silas Quirk, the charismatic owner of a local gentlemen’s club and disreputable gambling den her father frequents, has his own plans for Hope.

When disaster strikes the family lose everything and the future they planned is snatched away from them. Secrets are revealed that make Hope question all she’s ever believed in. Can Hope keep them together when fate is pulling them apart? What will she sacrifice to save her family?

A captivating story of tragedy and triumph you won’t want to put down.

A heart-wrenching saga of love, loss, courage and resilience from the author of The Guardian Angel

In Victorian London’s East End, life for Hope Daniels in the public house run by her parents is not...


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Kay Seeley is a new author to me. I was drawn to read her latest book from the publishers very enticing description. I found the story to be fast paced and well written. This book is one you will read long into the night. I couldn't put it down and read it in one sitting. I received a complementary copy from BooksGoSocial through NetGalley. The opinions expressed in this review are my own.

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I was given this book to read before it gets published! Wonderful characters they are so warm and you really get to know,and all the events that happens.I don't tell the story as so much because of you do then why read the book and then you miss out on a fantastic read. Well written and you won't regret reading this story. First read for me with this author and plan ing on reading more books!🙈🙉🙊

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A very fast book for me, read it in one day! A quick paced book, I liked all the characters and how they all managed to turn their life around. Thanks to Netgalley for the early copy

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Thank you, Net Galley and BooksGoSocial for this opportunity. I received this arc in exchange for my honest review. What can I say about this book? First of all, I am not a big fan of historical fiction, I love to read but this genre is not on my priority list. Secondly -I was very surprised by this story, I didn't expect to be so sweet and loving, I didn't expect great characters and all I can say is that I am impressed. Hope is a strong woman who takes care of od her broken family, she is their rock and she will do everything for their future. Even to start to work in a gentleman club ( it's 1899-1900 yr ) . I don't want to write a long review, I would like to make people read this because this book deserves to be read. and definitely deserve 5 stars.

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I read this book much faster than I expected to. I found myself laughing, crying and gasping as events unfolded. I felt desperately sorry for Hope, but she dealt with life in much the same way I like to think I would have done, had I been in her position. This book is a perfect holiday read. I sailed through it over 1 day, while camping with the kids. It's well worth reading.

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Lovely heart warming story it is the first time I have read this author,and absolute loved it,nice description,woman's role in Victorian times,something to think about.

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I love everything about this book! The characters were exactly like
a family would be. Some that are selfish and have some hard lessons
to learn. I really liked, Hope! Even in the times when it is a man's world,
she was able to fight for the truth and what was right.
This story really took me back! I think it is one I could see myself
reading again someday.

Thank you so much to the writer, the publisher, and to NetGalley for this
chance to enjoy this one!

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The Daniel's family have run the pub, the Hope and Anchor for many years. Mom does the cooking, dad runs the business, keeps the books and does the banking. Hope does the shopping, helps serve and also helps mom in the kitchen. John her brother helps their father serve the drinks. Violet doesn't he at the pub, she spends her time at the theater. Little eight year old Alfie goes to achool.
When money starts going missing and the Bill's aren't being paid, Mrs. Daniel's discovers her husband is gambling and using their hard earned cash to pay his losses. The losses get so bad he has made a deal with the proprietor, Silas Quirk of the Grenadier. He will let Hope work as a hostess for one year for no pay, just her tips.
Hope is not happy about this arrangement, but she will honor the deal. The family go through many hardships and traumas. This will only make them a stronger family. Throughout, Hope is the stalwart young lady she has been raised to be. Hopefully she will be able to make a life of her own.
A story of family, love, loyalty and trust.
Well written and a great read.

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I read this book so fast. I found myself crying, laughing and smiling
I felt so sorry for Hope
This book is a perfect summer read

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Enjoyable read,a story of one girls determination to keep her family together despite the odds. Hope was an interesting and determined character and her story was full of ups and downs.

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An enjoyable read. I would recommend this book.
Thanks to the publisher and Net Galley for this ARC in exchange for an honest review

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Quick pace easier read full of emotions. It's a semi-fast read two days for me. A lot of emotions. Good for a beach read or weekend read.

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I really enjoyed reading this book. It has a great plot, excellent main characters and I read it in one sitting! I would highly recommend this book.

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Thank you NetGalley for the opportunity to read this book. I thought I would give it 3 stars because it was good but just an average book. . As I continued to read it I liked it enough to give it 4 stars because the last third of the book was very good. The storyline was very good with a surprising ending. I liked it also because there was no swearing or sexual content.

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I struggled with this at the beginning but stuck with it and really grew to like all the characters and setting. It accurately depicted several economic levels of turn-of-the-century London England although perhaps unrealistically had characters rising above their levels. This historical novel was slightly of a romantic bend but not overly so. I enjoyed it enough to look for other novels by this author. I hope these characters show up in another novel. Thanks to #netgalley for the opportunity to read #agirlcalledhope in exchange for an honest review.

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This book was easy to read and I enjoyed reading it. I felt sorry for Hope but she was strong for her family. It is emotional but I do recommend it to be read.

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A Girl Called Hope is an awesome read. I loved it! I would love to read more by Kay Seeley in the future. Five stars.

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Really good quick read. Hard to put it down. Good characters, engaging story. You will like this book and author.

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This book takes place in 1899 London. It chronicles the life of a 20 year old girl who discovers, following a fire, that life is not what she thought it was. Was the fire intentional? Did she really know her parents? What should she expect from life, and life from her?

It was interesting and entertaining, but meandered a bit, and left a loose thread, that I wish was pulled.

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I struggled with this at the beginning but stuck with it and really grew to like all the characters and setting. I found the story to be fast paced and well written. I particurarly liked the protagonist - even in the times when it is a man's world, she was able to fight for the truth and what was right. To be honest, I always prefer a badass heroine. It was the first book I came across from the author, but hopefully not the last.

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I was unable to read and review the book by the publishing date due to other commitments. I will update the review immediately upon completion of the book. Thank you NetGalley and publisher.

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It took me a while to get into this, but over time the characters drew me into their world. I liked how the differing lifestyles were portrayed. But it was the main character, Hope, who drove the story, prepared to do whatever was necessary for her family. An enjoyable read and a series I’d be interested in following.

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