Regina (virgosun) reviewed Seven Nights in a Rogue's Bed (Sons of Sin, Bk 1) on + 887 more book reviews
Every time I thought the story would follow a predictable course, the plot twisted and turned in directions that made this tale so very interesting. Yes, we romance fans have surely read the familiar plot several times over about the sacrificial heroine who agreed to bed the hero to pay off some family member's debt. But it was Sidonie's and Jonas's characterizations that set this one apart from the pack. After witnessing her sister's abusive marriage, Sidonie was dead set against marriage. Jonas was hideously scarred and very bitter about his bastardy. As it turned out, Sidonie held the key to what could save the lives of the two people she loved most. All together these elements created situations that would in turn melt your heart, twist in anguish, gasp in relief, cry in despair, and cheer in delight as this amazing couple worked their way to a HEA. The sensuality revealed deep-seeded shame and heartbreaking insecurities, and their stories will touch your heart. The only thing I found distracting was having to keep a dictionary at hand to look up all the ten-dollar words the author used, which weren't necessary. Otherwise, the story was beautifully done. Make the time to read this one. 4.5 stars.
Frances P. (ponca-rose) reviewed Seven Nights in a Rogue's Bed (Sons of Sin, Bk 1) on + 16 more book reviews
I enjoyed this more realistic version of Beauty and the Beast. Sidonie Forsythe arrives at Jonas Merrick's all but abandoned castle on a stormy night to give up herself as payment for a gambling debt her older sister owed. The sister's husband is a vicious wife beater who would doubtless kill his wife if he learned of this debt to his sworn enemy. Jonas is scarred physically and is an outcast of society because he is thought to be a bastard. Jonas is mesmerized by the beautiful Sidonie, and she quickly learns that underneath his hideous scars, the man has a beautiful heart. Of course he is extremely rich, and both the mentally deranged villain and society itself causes all kinds of problems for both him and his guest. The book is the first in a series about three young men who have suffered the meanness of society because they are thought to be bastards. The three have looked out after each other since school days, and they and their friends make a delightful series as they fight to overcome the life-threatening challenges that are thrown in their paths.
Mary R. (greatdanelover) reviewed Seven Nights in a Rogue's Bed (Sons of Sin, Bk 1) on + 131 more book reviews
As much as I love Anna Campbell, the personalities of Sidonie and Jonas were way too tortured for me. I don't like love through deceit; I don't like burdening yourself for the sake of a family member who won't help themselves or who wants you to save them. Ugh! I was so disappointed I did not finish the book past page 70. What a waste.
