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Gabriella Kindle Edition

by Caragh Bell (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
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‘I read until 2.30am with so much joy.’ Jilly Cooper


 ‘All she needed was one person to take notice - one person who could catapult her into the big time’

Gabriella Alvarez dreams of being the next Coco Chanel. Born in the Bronx of Puerto Rican descent, she lives with her mother and beloved grandmother, Lita, who recognises the young girl’s talent and teaches her to sew.

When Gabriella gains a coveted scholarship to the famous Parson’s School of Design on Fifth Avenue, she is thrilled. There she meets the beautiful, aspiring model Isabelle Flynn and together they vow to make it to the top.

Then superstar fashion designer Oberon crosses her path and she sees her chance. If only he’d notice her. If only he wasn’t so out of reach ...

This is a story of a young girl’s determination to achieve the American Dream. Life throws obstacles in her way, but she never gives up, intent on achieving her heart’s desire.

This is Caragh Bell’s fifth novel, following on from the bestselling Echoes of Grace.
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B084GWB1BF
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Poolbeg Press; 1st edition (March 5, 2020)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ March 5, 2020
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1917 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 578 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
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Caragh Bell

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Caragh Bell is an Irish author from West Cork who has published six books with Poolbeg Press. She enjoys writing popular, romantic fiction as it offers escapism in a world saturated with bad news - her books are light, funny and addictive. Her trilogy - INDECISION, REGRETS and PROMISES - is set in Ireland; ECHOES OF GRACE is set in the wilds of Cornwall. Her fifth book, GABRIELLA, is based in New York. Her sixth book, MOSAIC, begins in Ireland and moves into the exciting world of music and fame.

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‘When I go on holiday, I love reading romantic fiction. Very few read James Joyce by the pool!’

Caragh’s books are available online and in good bookshops.

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5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent story from start to finish
Reviewed in the United States on March 21, 2020
A salve to the soul in these anxious times, GABRIELLA by Caragh Bell is the perfect book to escape in to and lose yourself for a few hours.

Gabriella comes from a loving, hard-working family, where her mother works tirelessly as a maid for a wealthy family to provide for those she loves. A talented dress designer, Gabriella is determined to succeed so she can ease the pressure for her family and do something that she completely adores. Alongside her is her friend Isabelle who is equally determined to make it as a top model and a host of wonderful and not so wonderful characters who may just provide them with their next big break. But will money and fame be all that it is cracked up to be? And will love factor into Gabriella's happiness at all?

From the very beginning, I completely fell in love with the flow and feel of this story and it held me captive to the very end. There are plenty of characters to sink your teeth into, and I adored all of the many relationships that grow and change along the way. Learning about the dedication and detail involved in the fashion world was fascinating and really added a special element to this story but it is not overly bogged down with technical details which was appreciated.

GABRIELLA is a story about friendship, ambition, and love. There are highs and lows, ebbs and flows, and everything in between in this story of learning who you are and what you want from life, love, and career, and I enjoyed every moment of GABRIELLA by Caragh Bell. I cannot wait for more from this talented, Irish author.
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Erin Hanna
4.0 out of 5 stars Fashion Designer Creates a Life She Loves
Reviewed in the United States on March 5, 2020
I received this e-ARC for free (Thank you @booksirens and Poolbeg Press!), and am voluntarily leaving an honest review. If I could give this book a 3.5/5 stars, I would have. The omniscient third-person narration was a little awkward. As a reader, I was privy to the thoughts of multiple characters, so while the characters didn't know what each other was thinking, I did. Knowing a bit less about others' motivations would have helped me to put myself in Gabriella's shoes as I read her story. Also, though Gabriella is a Puerto Rican New Yorker, she and other American characters use British vernacular -- before they live in England. Most Americans would not call stealing "pinching" or give the time as "half five." These expressions were still understandable, just not particularly realistic for the setting.

Gabriella Alvarez has a dream to make it big as a fashion designer. Her mother Magda has worked hard as a maid for a wealthy family to provide for her own household since her husband died. Gabriella would like nothing more than to return the favor and make her mother's life easier. As Gabriella chases her dream, she realizes that she is treated as inferior, and she knows that having money will give her the power to control her own destiny in her fashion business and in love. As she grows in talent and confidence, Gabriella creates beautiful dresses and, eventually, a life she loves.
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2.0 out of 5 stars Terrible
Reviewed in the United States on May 23, 2020
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This was so hard to finish but I made it through. Ghastly writing and extremely difficult to keep my interest
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Roxx Tarantini
4.0 out of 5 stars A good story with engaging characters!
Reviewed in the United States on March 19, 2020
Gabriella has a vision for herself.   She is determined and focussed on that vision.   Life has its ways of intervening and interfering, but Gabriella rolls with what's thrown her way and perseveres.  Gabriela's story is not a new one and while you will at times shake your head at her willfulness, you can't help but admire the determination that drives her.

Bell has taken a familiar narrative, given it new life, and added a turn that surprised this reader.   A good read with engaging characters - I particularly loved Lita and Magda - I'm sure this is a novel you will enjoy!

[Many thanks to Booksirens and the author for the opportunity to read an Advanced Reader Copy of this book.   This is my honest review, the opinions expressed herein are entirely my own.]
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4.0 out of 5 stars Fashion friends
Reviewed in the United States on March 6, 2020
Gabriella is a novel about Gabby (Gabrielle) and her friend Isabelle. Both women form a close friendship while at the famous Parsons School of Art and Design. Gabby wants to be a fashion designer while Isabelle wants to be a model. The story centers around their quests for recognition and their male relationships. This novel is woman’s fiction, romance and a bit of suspense at the end. Despite its length, this novel was a quick read due to its straightforward style.
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Megan Furlong
5.0 out of 5 stars A must read!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 5, 2020
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I loved everything about this book from start to finish! As with all of Caragh's books you feel a connection with the characters from the beginning, never wanting the story to end. I finished the book in 2 days as I couldn't put it down! A must read 10/10.
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Patricia O'Reilly
4.0 out of 5 stars Gabriella - a perfect read for lock-down
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 28, 2020
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Gabriella is a perfect read for lock-down days. From the opening paragraphs Gabriella comes across as a bright, talented and ambitious emerging dress designer. She has dreams and is determined to succeed. The ethos of hard work is inbuilt in her DNA, as her mother works as a maid for a wealthy family to provide for her family. Her friend Isabelle is equally determined to make it as a top model. Gabriella and Isabelle’s successes and failures are played out on a roller coaster of glamour and heartache, their successes and failures are supported by a memorable cast of characters. Action moves from London, New York, Philadelphia, and Dubai. Designer goods like Hermes scarves and Dior sunglasses pepper the text. And as for names – they include Megan Markle, George Clooney, Ed Sheeran, Karl Lagerfield and Elton John. Is money and fame a substitute for enduring relationships and love?
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