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whatshawnareads's review
3.0
Unfortunately, this one didn’t live up to the first two in the series which were absolute perfection for me.
Thanks to Harlequin and NetGalley for the chance to review.
Thanks to Harlequin and NetGalley for the chance to review.
ashleyaguirre's review against another edition
5.0
Easily my favorite in this series!!
Completely recommend this high steam fantasy-esque romance. Prince bodyguard MMC
Completely recommend this high steam fantasy-esque romance. Prince bodyguard MMC
hijinx_abound's review against another edition
3.0
I wasn't sure what to expect with the third book in the series. It was definitely a very slow burn, which I did not expect. However, with the heroines past, I appreciated that there was thoughtfulness to the physical interactions.
This book was good but not as good as the other books in the series.
This book was good but not as good as the other books in the series.
mags_louise's review against another edition
3.0
3.75⭐
Serving Sin is my first introduction to both the author Angelina M Lopez and the series, and unfortunately I found it a hard read not because of the subjects raised, but because the world in which Roman exists was just so foreign to me, and my lack of knowledge of the characters, the world they live and their histories impacted my enjoyment of the story. Not to mention the pacing was very slow.
But I liked the characters and felt very much for Cen who is struggling to prove herself not just in an industry dominated by men, but to her father, and even Roman whom she secretly helped after he rescued her from kidnappers some years ago.
And I definitely got the impression the author cared not only about the subjects she raised which include rape, PTSD, and misogyny. But about the characters too.
And it certainly was a well-written story that focuses more on the characters, their emotions and connections than it does on the romance, but it worked; and perhaps if I'd read the earlier stories I would've liked it more. But sadly the slowness of how Serving Sin unfolded just put me off that possibility. However, it has not put me off reading more from this author in the future, and I'm sure fans of the series will enjoy this final story.
**I was kindly provided with an ARC via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review**
Serving Sin is my first introduction to both the author Angelina M Lopez and the series, and unfortunately I found it a hard read not because of the subjects raised, but because the world in which Roman exists was just so foreign to me, and my lack of knowledge of the characters, the world they live and their histories impacted my enjoyment of the story. Not to mention the pacing was very slow.
But I liked the characters and felt very much for Cen who is struggling to prove herself not just in an industry dominated by men, but to her father, and even Roman whom she secretly helped after he rescued her from kidnappers some years ago.
And I definitely got the impression the author cared not only about the subjects she raised which include rape, PTSD, and misogyny. But about the characters too.
And it certainly was a well-written story that focuses more on the characters, their emotions and connections than it does on the romance, but it worked; and perhaps if I'd read the earlier stories I would've liked it more. But sadly the slowness of how Serving Sin unfolded just put me off that possibility. However, it has not put me off reading more from this author in the future, and I'm sure fans of the series will enjoy this final story.
**I was kindly provided with an ARC via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review**
astormv's review
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
difficultwomanreads's review
challenging
dark
emotional
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
I really liked a lot of this. However, several bold choices were handled too clumsily and inauthentically for me.
llidz's review against another edition
4.0
blind date with a book gone incredibly spicy
this was actually good
this was actually good
julieabe89's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
This book was delightfully steamy and I loved seeing Roman find his love! This whole family warms my heart. This book made my heart so full for all the characters.
stephsromancebooktalk's review against another edition
4.0
4 Stars / 3 Steam Fans
In Serving Sin, we learn more about Ronan, who started as the mysterious Special Forces soldier, secret heir to the kingdom, and brother of the King. Ronan saved Cenobia from kidnapping when she was young, and now she is slated to take over her family empire. She needs Ronan again. Secrets are revealed, corporate espionage twists, and high action.
My only issue is that there is much Spanish incorporated into the storyline, and I cannot wait to hear the audiobook to understand better.
Video review available in Week 19: May 9 – May 15, 2021, full weekly book reviews available on Steph's Romance Book Talk Patreon.
For other bookish content, check out my YouTube Channel: Steph's Romance Book Talk.
In Serving Sin, we learn more about Ronan, who started as the mysterious Special Forces soldier, secret heir to the kingdom, and brother of the King. Ronan saved Cenobia from kidnapping when she was young, and now she is slated to take over her family empire. She needs Ronan again. Secrets are revealed, corporate espionage twists, and high action.
My only issue is that there is much Spanish incorporated into the storyline, and I cannot wait to hear the audiobook to understand better.
Video review available in Week 19: May 9 – May 15, 2021, full weekly book reviews available on Steph's Romance Book Talk Patreon.
For other bookish content, check out my YouTube Channel: Steph's Romance Book Talk.
ericaq22's review
4.0
The final book in the Filthy Rich series had everything I wanted: romantic suspense, a strong Latina heroine, super hott love scenes, and a happy wrap-up for all of the couples.
(CW: description of sexual assault, PTSD)
Roman Sheppard and Cenobia Trujillo met when he saved her from kidnappers. Thirteen-years later, she’s the CEO of her family’s auto company, and the reason behind a generous loan that helped his kingdom survive.
Now, she needs protection again and only wants Roman as her personal security. Their forced-proximity becomes a push and pull of Roman using all of his self-control to resist Cen, who tempts him with just a look.
These two were hott! Cen completes the trio of badass women in this series, and I could see overlaps with Roxanne’s and Sofia’s characters as well. Roman is an Alpha Roll ™ who is commanding and sweet. I saw glimpses of that in the first and second books, and I’m so glad he got his own story.
There’s so much mutual pining! Both have yearned for each other but don’t know it, and once they give in, it’s the sexiest slow burn of building up trust between them for Cenobia to be comfortable with physical intimacy again.
The end of a series is always bittersweet for me but I look forward to reading more of Angelina’s books in the future. These characters that have become some of my favorites, and she’s an auto-buy author for me now.
(CW: description of sexual assault, PTSD)
Roman Sheppard and Cenobia Trujillo met when he saved her from kidnappers. Thirteen-years later, she’s the CEO of her family’s auto company, and the reason behind a generous loan that helped his kingdom survive.
Now, she needs protection again and only wants Roman as her personal security. Their forced-proximity becomes a push and pull of Roman using all of his self-control to resist Cen, who tempts him with just a look.
These two were hott! Cen completes the trio of badass women in this series, and I could see overlaps with Roxanne’s and Sofia’s characters as well. Roman is an Alpha Roll ™ who is commanding and sweet. I saw glimpses of that in the first and second books, and I’m so glad he got his own story.
There’s so much mutual pining! Both have yearned for each other but don’t know it, and once they give in, it’s the sexiest slow burn of building up trust between them for Cenobia to be comfortable with physical intimacy again.
The end of a series is always bittersweet for me but I look forward to reading more of Angelina’s books in the future. These characters that have become some of my favorites, and she’s an auto-buy author for me now.