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Sinful Intentions (Indigo)

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Sinclair and his wife the good Reverend Nedra Davis Reasoner are a happy couple, deeply in love and as parents of three wonderful children they adopted life is great for this close loving family. But as we know life has curves and the Reasoner's are about to be caught in a winding one that threatens their serene existence and test their faith in God and each other.

Samuel Jamison and his twisted son Royce descend on the family's tranquility with a petition to gain custody of Trevor the little brother that Colin has cared for all of his life before finding safety with Sin and Nedra. Now everything important to the Reasoner household is in jeopardy of being destroyed by a man who is hoping to use Trevor to redeem him and the sins of his past.

The inner conflict and turmoil of all involved is superbly explored and as a reader I felt their frustrations and vulnerability. Sin and Colin come from the same world and will fight to keep the life and world neither thought could exist for them. They are both faced with reverting to the street instincts they once depended on or the faith they're learning to understand. Nedra's faith must sustain her family or risk losing them and the life she treasures, her faith must prove stronger than the menacing threat trying to divide them and causing discord in her once stable marriage. Sharon who finally found the kind of love she's dreamed of is torn by loyality to keep it. Winston stands to lose more than just the wife he's come to love beyond measure and Rhonda whose jealousy of her stepmother could remain a thorn in her father's happiness.

SINFUL INTENTIONS is more than an inspirational story it's an exceptional reading experience that draws the reader into the knowledge and power of their own faith and what's important in the joys shared with those we love. It was good to re-visit Carla and Jacob and meet their twins, look in on the Plaines (SWEET SACRAFICE), and witness the young man Colin is become, see how unconditional love has strengthened a still sensitive Trevor, and meet the inquisitive day-care diva Gillian. Bravo Ms. Rhodes and thank you for giving your readers the perfect sequel to SIN.

After reading Ms Rhodes first book (Sin) about Sinclair Reasoner and Nedra, I was glad to see them once again; married and with three adopted children. To see the length that Sin and Nedra went to to keep their children together, the love that Sin has for Nedra, and her love for him, earring and all was awesome. This was a wonderful read. The characters of Winston and Sharon made a good secondary story as well.

I plan to go back and reread Sin just for the memories it brought back about Sin and Pastor Ned. I would hope Ms Rhodes would find another story in her for Sin and Nedra, but not take as long to bring them back.

I have read Sin and now I have finished Sinful Intentions
both stories are great . Sin had a love story to believe in and the faith
that a marriage really needs. With Sinful Intentions a monkey wrench
was thrown in the family.........and they had to relie on ther faith
the story will make you cry, laugh, cuss, you really want to hit a
couple people in the story........can't tell the ending but you will
love it and you will cry......................Thank you for a great
feeling..................

Nedra and Sinclair (Sin) Reasoner have more or less settled down into normal life in the four years since their marriage and previous debut in Crystal Rhodes' Sin. They have even adopted three children, Colin, Trevor and Gillian, each with their own needs that both Nedra and Sin have been happy to fulfill as a family. Their home has become a happy, healthful and respectful one filled with lots of love. The only problem is something or someone is lurking in the shadows ready to pull the family apart.

While someone seems intent on stalking the Reasoners, one of Nedra's two best friends returns from a cruise to announce she is now a married woman. Sharon's revelation turns the happy household upside down for a short while as they all adjust to the new member of the family. Once the stalker's intentions are revealed, the Reasoners begin a fight for their lives against a very powerful and prominent opponent. During the fight, they learn Sharon's new husband has within him the ability to help the situation, but professional courtesy dictates otherwise. As the situation gains momentum, it could heavily impact two households.

In SINFUL INTENTIONS, Crystal Rhodes does an excellent job of capturing the reader's attention in this spicy suspense that tells an endearing story about fighting for what you believe in and love. This was not one of those books where I walked away wondering why certain characters were in the book. I understood each character's contribution to the storyline, even if I didn't like it. The writing was clear, concise and left no room for confusion with the storylines as they played out. For all of you who love a good romance story with lots of suspense, try this one. It will leave you breathless.

Reviewed by Brenda M. Lisbon
of The RAWSISTAZ Reviewers

This is a must read for all readers who can recognize a well constructed story. The author proved to be a generous writer in writing a detailed story from beginning to end! The story line was believable and consistent. It's a smooth fictional ride with characters well designed for this story. You will think you're watching a movie through your mind while reading this novel; it's just designed that way.

It's very rare that authors are able to follow up with a good sequel, but that is exactly what Ms. Rhodes accomplished.

This book was a great sequel to the book 'Sin'. It was great from the front page to the end of the book. If you have not read the first book 'Sin' please do and then read this one. You will not be disappointed.