A review by sixelad03
Sinners Condemned by Somme Sketcher

dark 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

5.0

After reading Sinners Anonymous and enjoying it, it seemed logical to continue with the second book in the series. Good for me because I preferred this sequel to the first book. 

 

I still don’t think I’m the intended audience for Mafia romances, but I have no problem admitting that Rafe and Penny’s personalities made me really enjoy this book – if you leave aside the mafia stuff, which doesn’t necessarily interest me (sorry 😬). 

 

I liked Penny’s witty side and found Rafe to be a bit less of an alphahole than his older brother. I also enjoyed the banter between Penelope and Raphael. I wouldn’t have minded Penny being pettier with Rafe – make him sweat girl! 

 

Even though these two characters were at each other’s throats all the time, I enjoyed the sweeter moments between them as well. 

 

In the end, although I enjoyed the story and give it 5 stars, I still have a couple of criticisms to make: 

—Are the Visconti brothers able to seduce women over 21? 

—Can the characters express themselves in ways that don’t include sticking their p*n*s in a car door or getting a tooth ache from sweet moments? 

I’m asking for a friend (I’m the friend). 

 

This book is intended for an informed adult readership. Please check the TWs before reading.