3.79 AVERAGE

lashea677's review

5.0

Strength of character, faith in the impossible and hope for the future are put to the test. Calum and Eve's friendship is as unique as their reunion is surprising. Beyond the boundaries of social class and despite the hands of time, the lonely girl with a title and the pick pocket, had a love that although interrupted, withstood the hands of time. Now the lonely girl has become a lady haunted by her past and in danger of losing her future and the penniless boy has become a fearless man. Their's is a complicated history of unwitting betrayals and dangerous liaisons, but even with no memory of the past that haunts Eve, Calum's heart is drawn to hers. He taught her what it meant to love, she shows him how it feels to care and together they discover what it means to be brave.
Ms. Caldwell speaks the language of the heart, like no other.

The Heiress’s Deception by Christi Caldwell
Sinful Brides #4

This beautifully written story of childhood friends from disparate levels of society befriending one another only to be ruthlessly separated then reunited under extenuating circumstances captured me on page one and kept my interest till the end. Calum, orphaned street urchin, and Lady Evelina Pruitt had tough childhoods. They were wonderful people with strength of character and love for their fellowman when they met again as adults.

I came into this series on book four and loved it. I found Calum to be wonderful at fourteen and even better as an adult. Eve had a horrible brother to contend with and my hope as I read was that he would get his comeuppance at some point in time…but he just seemed to get away with so much…evil to the core.

This is the first book I have read by this author but it will not be my last. I hope to find the previous books in the series and am hoping Adair, the last “brother” mentioned will find his true love in an upcoming book.

Thank you to NetGalley and Montlake Romance for the ARC – This is my honest review.

5 Stars

The Heiress’s Deception by Christi Caldwell
Sinful Brides #4

This beautifully written story of childhood friends from disparate levels of society befriending one another only to be ruthlessly separated then reunited under extenuating circumstances captured me on page one and kept my interest till the end. Calum, orphaned street urchin, and Lady Evelina Pruitt had tough childhoods. They were wonderful people with strength of character and love for their fellowman when they met again as adults.

I came into this series on book four and loved it. I found Calum to be wonderful at fourteen and even better as an adult. Eve had a horrible brother to contend with and my hope as I read was that he would get his comeuppance at some point in time…but he just seemed to get away with so much…evil to the core.

This is the first book I have read by this author but it will not be my last. I hope to find the previous books in the series and am hoping Adair, the last “brother” mentioned will find his true love in an upcoming book.

Thank you to NetGalley and Montlake Romance for the ARC – This is my honest review.

5 Stars

Another fantastic book from Christi Caldwell!! The final installment in her Sinful Bride's Series, Calum's story was completely worth the wait and his heroine is absolutely perfect for him. Both are holding on to old pain and need one another to heal. This series is particularly good because most of the heroes in this series aren't fancy lords. They're men from the darker side of London who find love in the most unexpected places. What I like abut that is that not a single one of them believe they actually wants to find love. Calum isn't different, until Eve comes (back) along. Everything about Calum and Eve is completely swoon-worthy. I absolutely loved it!!!

**Received the ARC from the author in exchange for honest review**
emotional tense medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

I mean now I have to read the next series to find out what happens to the club, christi you wily minx

Christi shines again in this wonderful story of loyalty and love..

As this is the final installment of the series, I have zero qualms about saying that this has been my absolute favorite book in the series. Everything about this story just works for me. Childhood friends, separated by betrayal, reunited by accident, inevitably falling in love, reading it was simply lovely. I could not put it down! I shirked all responsibility to read it, and I’d do it again in a heartbeat. (Probably will do it again. You know I love a good reread!)

Ever since Robert and Helena found their happily ever after, Calum has been my favorite brother. He did not seem to be forced into a false coldness like Ryker or Niall. No, Calum has always been the gentle soul that held his sister when the nightmares came. He has ever been the loyal protector, and I have loved him for it from the first time I met him. Therefore, it brings me infinite pleasure to say that I love him even more than ever now. His story is one of terror and desperation, but there is also love and triumph.

Eve is a good soul. Ever since she was a lonely little girl, she has shone from the inside out with love and gentleness. The rare sort of person that, if you’re ever lucky enough to know, should treasure forever. Eve made a mistake as a child, she naively trusted a man who ought to have protected her, and it cost her the only friend she had ever known. As an adult, she continues to show kindness and love to scared little children in need of a friend. Eve, as many of us do, punishes herself more for mistakes than she deserves.

One of my favorite things about this story was the little things that recalled sweet, shared childhood memories between Calum and Eve. They had so many happy memories of stolen moments. It was truly beautiful. If I were prone to weeping, the ending definitely would have had me reaching for tissues. I won’t give any details, but you’re going to love it.

This story is one for the ages. Mark it down as another marvelous love story from the desk of my favorite author. I recommend this book most highly to everyone. Sneak off and grab a few hours to yourself to enjoy this amazing story. You deserve it. 🙂

Christi shines again in this wonderful story of loyalty and love..

As this is the final installment of the series, I have zero qualms about saying that this has been my absolute favorite book in the series. Everything about this story just works for me. Childhood friends, separated by betrayal, reunited by accident, inevitably falling in love, reading it was simply lovely. I could not put it down! I shirked all responsibility to read it, and I’d do it again in a heartbeat. (Probably will do it again. You know I love a good reread!)

Ever since Robert and Helena found their happily ever after, Calum has been my favorite brother. He did not seem to be forced into a false coldness like Ryker or Niall. No, Calum has always been the gentle soul that held his sister when the nightmares came. He has ever been the loyal protector, and I have loved him for it from the first time I met him. Therefore, it brings me infinite pleasure to say that I love him even more than ever now. His story is one of terror and desperation, but there is also love and triumph.

Eve is a good soul. Ever since she was a lonely little girl, she has shone from the inside out with love and gentleness. The rare sort of person that, if you’re ever lucky enough to know, should treasure forever. Eve made a mistake as a child, she naively trusted a man who ought to have protected her, and it cost her the only friend she had ever known. As an adult, she continues to show kindness and love to scared little children in need of a friend. Eve, as many of us do, punishes herself more for mistakes than she deserves.

One of my favorite things about this story was the little things that recalled sweet, shared childhood memories between Calum and Eve. They had so many happy memories of stolen moments. It was truly beautiful. If I were prone to weeping, the ending definitely would have had me reaching for tissues. I won’t give any details, but you’re going to love it.

This story is one for the ages. Mark it down as another marvelous love story from the desk of my favorite author. I recommend this book most highly to everyone. Sneak off and grab a few hours to yourself to enjoy this amazing story. You deserve it. 🙂

It was so boring, they had literally no chemistry at all. Adiar pissed me off as well.

Oh my heart! I love these stories where the main characters meet as children - Calum’s and Eve’s friendship was so touching and sweet. Now they’ve each grown up, broken in their own way but also so generous and concerned for others. Calum is the absolute sweetest and most tender-hearted of the brothers. So perfect to have his happiness and love bring this great series to a close!