Title: Born Sinner
Author: S.L. Jennings
First published August 9, 2016
285 pages, Kindle Edition
Rating: 4
Overview
When twenty-four-year-old Mia gets a job as an intern at the prestigious company owned by the enigmatic and handsome billionaire, Ethan Black, she never imagined that she’d be swept into his world of wealth, power, and domination. But when their secret relationship is exposed by the media, Mia becomes the target of jealous co-workers, vicious rumors, and a stalker who seems to know everything about Ethan’s past.
As their love deepens and Mia’s trust in Ethan is tested, she wonders if she can handle the pressure of being with a man who’s used to getting what he wants. For His Taking (For His Pleasure, Book 2) is a steamy and captivating novel of passion, submission, and the ultimate quest for love.
About the Author
Meet S.L. Jennings, a military wife who married her high school sweetheart and is also a proud mom of three energetic boys. She’s not only a New York Times and USA Today Bestselling author, but also a master of both contemporary and paranormal romance.
When she’s not swooning over her book boyfriends, you can find her spending quality time with her favorite fictional characters at local bookstores or indulging in a delicious Bloody Mary at her go-to brunch spot in Spokane, Washington. She’s also a self-proclaimed foodie, makeup enthusiast, and lover of all things glittery and quirky.
Editoral Review
Born Sinner by S.L. Jennings is a dark romance novel that explores the intense love story between two flawed characters. Jennings is a USA Today Bestselling author known for her unique ability to craft stories that push the boundaries of traditional romance tropes.
Set in the gritty underbelly of Chicago, the novel follows the journey of Eden, a young woman with a troubled past. After meeting the mysterious and brooding Dante, Eden is drawn into a dangerous world of sex, drugs, and violence.
The novel is a gripping tale that explores themes of redemption, love, and forgiveness. Despite its dark subject matter, Born Sinner is a beautifully written and expertly crafted story.
Jennings weaves intricate details into her descriptions of both the characters and the setting. The pacing of the novel is masterfully done, with just the right amount of twists and turns to keep the reader hooked until the very end.
The characters in Born Sinner are complex and fully realized. Eden and Dante are both deeply flawed and damaged individuals, yet Jennings manages to make them sympathetic and relatable.
Their chemistry is palpable, and the tension between them is both electric and heartbreaking. One of the strengths of the novel is Jennings’ ability to confront difficult issues in a sensitive and nuanced manner.
The novel deals with themes of addiction, abuse, and trauma with care and empathy. By examining these issues through the lens of a romance novel, Jennings is able to explore them in a way that is both accessible and thought-provoking.
One potential flaw of the novel is that it may not appeal to readers who are not fans of the romance genre. The book is steeped in the conventions of the genre, including explicit sex scenes and a focus on the emotional connection between the two main characters.
However, for those who are fans of the genre, Born Sinner is sure to be a satisfying and engaging read. Overall, Born Sinner is a beautifully written and deeply affecting novel that will leave readers thinking long after they finish the final page.
It is a reminder that, despite our flaws and mistakes, we all deserve to find love and redemption. I highly recommend it to fans of the romance genre, as well as anyone who appreciates insightful and thought-provoking storytelling.
I give Born Sinner a rating of four out of five stars.
