A review by talknerdybookblog
The Sinner by Emma Scott

dark emotional hopeful tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.75

Representation: Gay side character, Bisexual side character 

Safety Rating: Safe with Exceptions

• No cheating 
• Does have OM drama
— The MCs hatch a fake dating plot to entice the OM to notice the Heroine… but of course the MCs develop feelings for each other. 
• Does have OW drama (kinda)
— Nothing happens between them, but a coworker of the Heroine’s aggressively pursues the Hero. The Hero doesn’t reject her attention on-page. 
• Does have the Hero pushing the Heroine away 
• Separation for ~2 days (both celibate)


Possible Triggers:

• Gore
• Violence
• Miscarriage (off-page)
• Murder
• Torture
• Death of parent from c@ncer 
• MAJOR SPOILER:
the Hero dies… but does come back to life



Ending:
HEA with Epilogue