***4 Stars***
After meeting Gabriel in Taboo I was keeping my toes crossed that we’d get more Gabriel, as well as Goliath, in another book in this series because who wouldn’t want to know more about a man who was once a priest in the Catholic faith and left it? And I was all kinds of happy when Sinner dropped into my heads and found that it was Gabriel’s story and must say that I loved getting to know the man behind the robes. Sinner was all kinds of smexy (of course) but it was also filled with heart as Gabriel search for forgiveness, redemption and what his purpose would be in this next chapter of his life.
My heart hurt for Gabriel because here is a man who truly believed in the goodness that the faith he’d given his heart and soul to, but then broke when the blinders were ripped off and he realized his own ingrained sense of honor didn’t match those of his brethren and now has to find a way to come to terms with his new reality. I really liked Everly. She’s kind, open and has a stubborn, yet compassionate, determination that makes her one hell of a strong woman. She’s comfortable in her own skin and not afraid to take charge when necessary.
I really enjoyed how Gabriel and Everly’s relationship evolved. Despite the short amount of time, it never felt rushed because we dive in at an important crossroads and never look back. The chemistry between them is intense and I loved how Everly was the one who took charge in more ways than one, but still gave Gabriel the reins when he was ready for it. The roadblocks to their HEA are deep, but I really liked how everything worked itself out.
This was a quick, smexy and well written novella. The hot topic issue was presented in a realistic and respectful manner and I like how it was all handled in the end. Catching up with Jase, Ian and Casey was fun and Goliath was just a sweetheart. So, if you’re looking for a quick, hot read, then this one is for you!
~ Copy provided by the author & voluntarily reviewed ~
Gabriel Hendricks used to be a priest. The church excommunicated his ass when he refused to cover up a sexual scandal that exposed the hypocrisy and twisted ideology of organized religion.
Abandoning his faith gave Gabriel time to care for one of his parishioners-turned-mentor at the end of the man’s long life. Following his death, Gabriel inherited priceless relics along with a luxurious Manhattan penthouse to store them in. Adrift in a city full of temptations, he has a fortune large enough to indulge any of his wicked whims.
He and his dog Goliath are settling in when the building’s manager, Everly Wright, makes Gabriel feel a little too at home in his new surroundings. As he struggles to find inner peace, he begins to realize that caring for others is still part of his calling, just in an entirely new—and very erotic—way.
Lost, Gabriel seeks to regain balance in his life and decide for himself what’s good for his soul…even if it makes him a sinner of the worst sort.
Release Date: November 7th, 2017
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