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Legacy of Kings #1
Sinner: A Dark Billionaire Romance
He was the darkness to my light, a twisted forbidden fruit.
Stalker. Sinner. Dominator. He created reality from dark and sensual nightmares. Yet I craved them. And I hungered for him.
Xander Blackwell was all things dangerous and possessive, requiring me to surrender. Demanding I submit to every brutal command. While the passion was savagely intense, his discipline without remorse, his touch and uncontrollable sadistic desire peeled away every layer, exposing the wanton and subversive woman within.
We were perfect for each other, a match made in...
The game was real.
There was no question, no choice. Now, I belonged to him.
Publisher's Sinner is the first in the Legacy of Kings Series but can be read as a standalone. It includes spankings and rough, intense sexual scenes. If such material offends you, please don't buy this book.
Stalker. Sinner. Dominator. He created reality from dark and sensual nightmares. Yet I craved them. And I hungered for him.
Xander Blackwell was all things dangerous and possessive, requiring me to surrender. Demanding I submit to every brutal command. While the passion was savagely intense, his discipline without remorse, his touch and uncontrollable sadistic desire peeled away every layer, exposing the wanton and subversive woman within.
We were perfect for each other, a match made in...
The game was real.
There was no question, no choice. Now, I belonged to him.
Publisher's Sinner is the first in the Legacy of Kings Series but can be read as a standalone. It includes spankings and rough, intense sexual scenes. If such material offends you, please don't buy this book.
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Published March 31, 2025
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April 21, 2025
Let’s be clear: this is not your average dark romance with a sprinkle of smut and a predictable bad boy. Sinner is a full-on psychological seduction wrapped in a thriller, and I devoured every twisty, dangerous page of it.
Jessica? She’s not your delicate little submissive waiting to be claimed. She’s clever, calculating, and just dark enough to play in Xander’s world—and maybe outmaneuver him in it. I loved watching her tease, challenge, and surprise the man who thought he had the upper hand. Spoiler: he didn’t. Not always.
The tension? Razor sharp. The slow burn? Painfully delicious. And while it takes its time to unleash the heat, when it finally does? It’s worth every moment. Piper Stone doesn’t just write sex—she crafts scenes that hit with precision and purpose. You’ll be grateful for the build-up.
Plot-wise, this is where dark romance crosses into suspense. Secret societies. Family trauma. Identity games. And just when you think you’ve cracked it—boom—another reveal. I didn’t see half of it coming, and that made it all the better.
If I have one complaint? I wanted more of Jessica and Xander once the dust settled. More of their wild chemistry. More of their dark, twisted, perfect-for-each-other energy. But that’s probably just me grieving the ending and not wanting to let them go.
Final verdict?
This is for readers who love their dark romance with plot, tension, intelligence, and a heroine who bites back. Not just a favorite—it’s one I’ll be recommending to every morally gray addict I know.
Now off to devour the next books in the series…
Jessica? She’s not your delicate little submissive waiting to be claimed. She’s clever, calculating, and just dark enough to play in Xander’s world—and maybe outmaneuver him in it. I loved watching her tease, challenge, and surprise the man who thought he had the upper hand. Spoiler: he didn’t. Not always.
The tension? Razor sharp. The slow burn? Painfully delicious. And while it takes its time to unleash the heat, when it finally does? It’s worth every moment. Piper Stone doesn’t just write sex—she crafts scenes that hit with precision and purpose. You’ll be grateful for the build-up.
Plot-wise, this is where dark romance crosses into suspense. Secret societies. Family trauma. Identity games. And just when you think you’ve cracked it—boom—another reveal. I didn’t see half of it coming, and that made it all the better.
If I have one complaint? I wanted more of Jessica and Xander once the dust settled. More of their wild chemistry. More of their dark, twisted, perfect-for-each-other energy. But that’s probably just me grieving the ending and not wanting to let them go.
Final verdict?
This is for readers who love their dark romance with plot, tension, intelligence, and a heroine who bites back. Not just a favorite—it’s one I’ll be recommending to every morally gray addict I know.
Now off to devour the next books in the series…
March 29, 2025
After reading this book, I am excited about this new series by this talented author. This story
screamed with secrets, revenge, mind games, danger, and erotic desires with an explosion
of fear and passion. It was raw, gritty, and emotionally intense, with delicious punishment
scenes. I liked that you didn't have to wait long before the action started, and I could not
put this book down. This story is unique as both main characters lean towards the dark side
with their sexual fantasies that are sinfully twisted.
I liked the thrill of the chase and the game of cat and mouse between Jessica and Xander.
Talk about fireworks. They worked in a virtual gaming world that flowed into their daily
lives and became more than just a game. Xander was the hunter, and Jessica was the prey.
Not that she tried very hard to get away from him.
Xander was a brutal, unapologetic anti-hero. He was dark and menacing in the best possible
way and was unafraid to get his hands dirty. Xander is a damaged soul, and the glimpses of
his childhood give a good insight into why he is so brutal and protective of Jessica. He was
a dark knight and only eliminated those who were evil and deserved it. I thought he was on
the psychotic side at times.
Jessica had her demons and was determined to have revenge against Xander, but her intense,
overwhelming, depraved feelings matched Xander’s perfectly and were a revelation. She was
no better than he was and was hooked on the adrenaline rush from the kinky games they
played, although she did not have the same agenda of getting rid of evil as Xander did.
Jessica was a strong character who was no shrinking violet. She took the fight up to Xander
and was determined to uncover the truth about her sister. I admired her courage and
resilience in recognizing that she craved Xander and needed him.
This book was a romantic thriller with a bucket full of taboo and a heavy dose of dark and dirty.
I had the chills many times reading this book, especially towards the end. It completely blew my
mind and surpassed all of my expectations.
screamed with secrets, revenge, mind games, danger, and erotic desires with an explosion
of fear and passion. It was raw, gritty, and emotionally intense, with delicious punishment
scenes. I liked that you didn't have to wait long before the action started, and I could not
put this book down. This story is unique as both main characters lean towards the dark side
with their sexual fantasies that are sinfully twisted.
I liked the thrill of the chase and the game of cat and mouse between Jessica and Xander.
Talk about fireworks. They worked in a virtual gaming world that flowed into their daily
lives and became more than just a game. Xander was the hunter, and Jessica was the prey.
Not that she tried very hard to get away from him.
Xander was a brutal, unapologetic anti-hero. He was dark and menacing in the best possible
way and was unafraid to get his hands dirty. Xander is a damaged soul, and the glimpses of
his childhood give a good insight into why he is so brutal and protective of Jessica. He was
a dark knight and only eliminated those who were evil and deserved it. I thought he was on
the psychotic side at times.
Jessica had her demons and was determined to have revenge against Xander, but her intense,
overwhelming, depraved feelings matched Xander’s perfectly and were a revelation. She was
no better than he was and was hooked on the adrenaline rush from the kinky games they
played, although she did not have the same agenda of getting rid of evil as Xander did.
Jessica was a strong character who was no shrinking violet. She took the fight up to Xander
and was determined to uncover the truth about her sister. I admired her courage and
resilience in recognizing that she craved Xander and needed him.
This book was a romantic thriller with a bucket full of taboo and a heavy dose of dark and dirty.
I had the chills many times reading this book, especially towards the end. It completely blew my
mind and surpassed all of my expectations.
November 21, 2025
2.5 stars
Look, this book had so much potential and so many things that were 100% up my alley. CNC/dubious consent? Yes please. Morally gray billionaire MMC? Absolutely. Smart FMC making a name for herself in a male dominated field? Of fucking course. Touch her and 💀? Say less.
But the execution was mediocre at best. The dialogue was often awkward and clunky. The pacing of the book was not great. It seemed like everything took forever while the actual climax took ten seconds.
The spice was also ‘meh.’ It should have been off the charts but I was incredibly underwhelmed about it.
And then there were so many things I DID want to know about that were left unanswered. So much about her sister, her father’s past, the obsidian society. Not to mention we get all this build up about “the game” and then zero pay out.
Characters were also constantly changing their personalities on a dime. Jessica spends half the book looking to take down Xander and then basically drops it because he’s hot and she believes him over her father (though for no discernible reason I could see.) Xander spends a huge chunk of the book saying how emotions aren’t a thing he experiences only to be like “OMG AM I IN LOVE?!?!”
I had such high hopes for this book and I’m just sad they didn’t pan out.
Look, this book had so much potential and so many things that were 100% up my alley. CNC/dubious consent? Yes please. Morally gray billionaire MMC? Absolutely. Smart FMC making a name for herself in a male dominated field? Of fucking course. Touch her and 💀? Say less.
But the execution was mediocre at best. The dialogue was often awkward and clunky. The pacing of the book was not great. It seemed like everything took forever while the actual climax took ten seconds.
The spice was also ‘meh.’ It should have been off the charts but I was incredibly underwhelmed about it.
And then there were so many things I DID want to know about that were left unanswered. So much about her sister, her father’s past, the obsidian society. Not to mention we get all this build up about “the game” and then zero pay out.
Characters were also constantly changing their personalities on a dime. Jessica spends half the book looking to take down Xander and then basically drops it because he’s hot and she believes him over her father (though for no discernible reason I could see.) Xander spends a huge chunk of the book saying how emotions aren’t a thing he experiences only to be like “OMG AM I IN LOVE?!?!”
I had such high hopes for this book and I’m just sad they didn’t pan out.
April 23, 2025
His Little lamb!
Another great story by Piper,I don't know where she fines,or thinks up there's story's but I hope it's a bottomless pit because I have enjoyed everyone so far and Sinner is no exception! It's very dark almost sic but it let's you keep on reading because you want to fine out all the details. Jessica has a plan to bring down the Blackwell Brothers for the death of her sister but before she does,she has to play a game ,A very dark game with one of the brothers Xander/Sinner,you may loss or you may win and Jess/Sofia keeps on playing to win a new job with the company, but before she even starts there is death,lies,deception but it just brings Xander and Jessica closer.Xander may of had a dark,painful child hood and his darkness is always quick to come out but around his little lamb he keeps it in check only brings it out when someone is going to harm his lamb or his business!
Another great story by Piper,I don't know where she fines,or thinks up there's story's but I hope it's a bottomless pit because I have enjoyed everyone so far and Sinner is no exception! It's very dark almost sic but it let's you keep on reading because you want to fine out all the details. Jessica has a plan to bring down the Blackwell Brothers for the death of her sister but before she does,she has to play a game ,A very dark game with one of the brothers Xander/Sinner,you may loss or you may win and Jess/Sofia keeps on playing to win a new job with the company, but before she even starts there is death,lies,deception but it just brings Xander and Jessica closer.Xander may of had a dark,painful child hood and his darkness is always quick to come out but around his little lamb he keeps it in check only brings it out when someone is going to harm his lamb or his business!
April 17, 2025
Okay, deep breath—because Sinner by Piper Stone absolutely destroyed me… in the best way. I went into this knowing it would be dark and intense, but I wasn’t fully prepared for how deeply I’d fall into the world of Xander Blackwell. This wasn’t just a story—it was an unraveling, a surrender, and an awakening all at once.
From the first moment, I could feel the pull between light and darkness—the way Xander embodied danger, control, and raw, unrelenting need. He didn’t just take over the page, he dominated me as the reader, dragging me into his brutal, sinful world and daring me to want more. And I did. Oh, I did.
What really got me, though, was how the story peeled back layers—not just of the characters, but of myself as I read. I felt the heroine’s journey like it was my own: from fear and resistance to craving and submission. It wasn’t about losing control; it was about choosing to give it, to let someone else see all the messy, wanton parts and still want them—no, claim them.
Piper Stone didn’t hold back. The scenes are rough, explicit, and unapologetically intense, but beneath the dominance and discipline is a twisted, broken kind of love that somehow feels real. Xander was terrifying—and yet, I never once doubted that his obsession with her was absolute.
Sinner isn’t just a book—it’s an experience. And for me? One I’ll be thinking about long after the last page.
From the first moment, I could feel the pull between light and darkness—the way Xander embodied danger, control, and raw, unrelenting need. He didn’t just take over the page, he dominated me as the reader, dragging me into his brutal, sinful world and daring me to want more. And I did. Oh, I did.
What really got me, though, was how the story peeled back layers—not just of the characters, but of myself as I read. I felt the heroine’s journey like it was my own: from fear and resistance to craving and submission. It wasn’t about losing control; it was about choosing to give it, to let someone else see all the messy, wanton parts and still want them—no, claim them.
Piper Stone didn’t hold back. The scenes are rough, explicit, and unapologetically intense, but beneath the dominance and discipline is a twisted, broken kind of love that somehow feels real. Xander was terrifying—and yet, I never once doubted that his obsession with her was absolute.
Sinner isn’t just a book—it’s an experience. And for me? One I’ll be thinking about long after the last page.
May 15, 2025
No Risk. No Reward.
Holey Moley!!! 'Sinner', the first book in Piper Stone's "Legacy of Kings" Series, is probably one of the darkest, most intense books I've read in quite some time, and it was exhilarating. The characters were bold, intense, and had relatable personality traits (I'm not sure what that says about me), and the world-building was brought to life. This was a fantastic read, and I can't wait to find out which brother's story is next.
Holey Moley!!! 'Sinner', the first book in Piper Stone's "Legacy of Kings" Series, is probably one of the darkest, most intense books I've read in quite some time, and it was exhilarating. The characters were bold, intense, and had relatable personality traits (I'm not sure what that says about me), and the world-building was brought to life. This was a fantastic read, and I can't wait to find out which brother's story is next.
April 25, 2025
Sinner is the first book in the Legacy of Kings series but can be read as a standalone. It includes spankings and rough, intense sexual scenes. If such material offends you, please don't buy this book. A filthy, sinful, erotic, twisted and dark read. It's fast paced, thrilling and tantalizing. This book demands to be read and screamed escape from the everyday life and gave that something extra that you never knew that you needed. A definite page turner with enticing erotic scenes that will have you sweating like a sinner on Sunday. An unputdownable and absorbing addictive read. Hang on to your kindle and prepare yourself for this tantalizing rollercoaster ride of cravings, tension and heart-stirring emotions and follow along as these two characters fall in love. A brilliantly crafted story with two flawed and broken individuals and a twisty and fascinating storyline that captures the reader attention from the start and keeps you transfixed and on the edge of your seat with twists and turns and non-stop suspense. Holy hell this book is smoking hot.
This is Xander and Jessica story which is told from a dual point of view. Captivating. Dangerous. Decadent. Dirty. Twisted. An action & adventure romance, romantic suspense story, contemporary romance, dark romance, dark billionaire romance, stalker romance, fantasy fiction romance, ex-best-friend's-daughter romance, aged gap trope romance, enemies-to-lovers romance, taboo romance, workplace romance, hate-to-love vibes romance, forbidden romance, off-limits romance, morally-grey antihero romance with steam, passion, secrets, consensual intense rough sex, dirty talking, dominance, pawn, submission, obsession, mind games, lust, possessiveness, stalking, danger, attack, loss, spanking, murder, hatred, mystery, love, grief, sabotage, trauma, surprises, rivalry, betrayal, deception, depravity, secret society, revenge, revelation, acceptance, retaliation, resilience, mention of child abuse, murder, attempted rape, punishment/discipline, kinky fuckery, bloodshed and gore darkness, primal play, throat play, madness, gun and knife violence, mole, guilt, forgiveness, mention of suicide, childhood trauma, extortion, blackmail, traitor, corporate espionage, loss, mystery, hidden agendas, hidden identities and backstabbing.
Xander Blackwood a.k.a. Sinner is a handsome damage billionaire who's a depraved sadist enshrouding in darkness and one third of the monstrous Blackwood triplet brothers. He has had a rough upbringing going in-and-out of foster care riddle with physical abuse, and poverty. The brother's were separated at birth and put in different foster care. His harsh upbringing of violence and darkness has made him into the man that he is today, someone who's deranged, twisted and unhinged. He's always on a crusade to right the wrongs for the one's who are unable. Xander is dangerous, feared, ruthless, sociopathic and violent. Twenty-five year old Jessica Waldrop a.k.a. Sophia Turner/little lamb/Desdemona is a intelligent, competitive, beautiful, calculated and cunning.
She’s a virtual reality game designer, coder and gamer working for Sindom Entertainment a small but profitable gaming company in Chicago. They're a small group, that is making strides in the industry. She wanted to right the wrongs that had occurred within her family. Xander Blackwood was her father ex-best-friend and former partner in crime as well as her sister Shanna ex-boyfriend. She believes that Xander is responsible for the death of her sister and wants to take down the brother's and their company the Blackwood Group. She had abandoned her home in Baltimore which angered her father.
She plan on infiltrating his company to destroy them. But in order to do so she must play the game their new Dark Nights. She apply for a job using a fake name to gain access to the Blackwell Group and the brother's. The job comes with the opportunity to join the secret society of the Obsidian Society a darker more deadly group. Xander a.k.a. sinner was much more clever than she knew. Jessica loves horror video games.
This is the only place where she can indulge in her dark desires instead of reality. She has somehow managed to caught the eye of the most dangerous man in the game. Sinner became obsessed with Desdemona and started stalker her. She had alway had slice of darkness and evil lurking in the abyss of her mind but suppresses it. Thankful sinner had been stalking her and was able to protect her from being accosted in the parking lot. The two would start a game of cat and mouse filled with hate and filth. Things changed between the two and they embarked on carnal, libidinous and smutty. The were both darkness and complimented each other. The more time that they spent together she realize that she had him all wrong and that her father had not told everything. She was his little lamb. He was her monster. And she was his muse. His perfect prey. He was her sinner. Her saint. Her nemesis. She was is light and he was the darkness. She saint and his salvation. I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book and highly recommend it. OMG! Hot Hot Hot!!! Piper Stone, I thought I was going to have to sit in an ice bath to cook off. It was so HOT!!! Pitch Black darkness, smut and filthy and just the way that I like it. Wow, just wow! From the start to the thrilling finish their story grabbed hold and didn't let go for a moment. A romantic and sizzling hot read. This novel is quite emotive and the way these two broken souls come together is exquisitely portrayed.
I received an advanced copy of this book via Booksprout and I am voluntarily leaving a review.
This is Xander and Jessica story which is told from a dual point of view. Captivating. Dangerous. Decadent. Dirty. Twisted. An action & adventure romance, romantic suspense story, contemporary romance, dark romance, dark billionaire romance, stalker romance, fantasy fiction romance, ex-best-friend's-daughter romance, aged gap trope romance, enemies-to-lovers romance, taboo romance, workplace romance, hate-to-love vibes romance, forbidden romance, off-limits romance, morally-grey antihero romance with steam, passion, secrets, consensual intense rough sex, dirty talking, dominance, pawn, submission, obsession, mind games, lust, possessiveness, stalking, danger, attack, loss, spanking, murder, hatred, mystery, love, grief, sabotage, trauma, surprises, rivalry, betrayal, deception, depravity, secret society, revenge, revelation, acceptance, retaliation, resilience, mention of child abuse, murder, attempted rape, punishment/discipline, kinky fuckery, bloodshed and gore darkness, primal play, throat play, madness, gun and knife violence, mole, guilt, forgiveness, mention of suicide, childhood trauma, extortion, blackmail, traitor, corporate espionage, loss, mystery, hidden agendas, hidden identities and backstabbing.
Xander Blackwood a.k.a. Sinner is a handsome damage billionaire who's a depraved sadist enshrouding in darkness and one third of the monstrous Blackwood triplet brothers. He has had a rough upbringing going in-and-out of foster care riddle with physical abuse, and poverty. The brother's were separated at birth and put in different foster care. His harsh upbringing of violence and darkness has made him into the man that he is today, someone who's deranged, twisted and unhinged. He's always on a crusade to right the wrongs for the one's who are unable. Xander is dangerous, feared, ruthless, sociopathic and violent. Twenty-five year old Jessica Waldrop a.k.a. Sophia Turner/little lamb/Desdemona is a intelligent, competitive, beautiful, calculated and cunning.
She’s a virtual reality game designer, coder and gamer working for Sindom Entertainment a small but profitable gaming company in Chicago. They're a small group, that is making strides in the industry. She wanted to right the wrongs that had occurred within her family. Xander Blackwood was her father ex-best-friend and former partner in crime as well as her sister Shanna ex-boyfriend. She believes that Xander is responsible for the death of her sister and wants to take down the brother's and their company the Blackwood Group. She had abandoned her home in Baltimore which angered her father.
She plan on infiltrating his company to destroy them. But in order to do so she must play the game their new Dark Nights. She apply for a job using a fake name to gain access to the Blackwell Group and the brother's. The job comes with the opportunity to join the secret society of the Obsidian Society a darker more deadly group. Xander a.k.a. sinner was much more clever than she knew. Jessica loves horror video games.
This is the only place where she can indulge in her dark desires instead of reality. She has somehow managed to caught the eye of the most dangerous man in the game. Sinner became obsessed with Desdemona and started stalker her. She had alway had slice of darkness and evil lurking in the abyss of her mind but suppresses it. Thankful sinner had been stalking her and was able to protect her from being accosted in the parking lot. The two would start a game of cat and mouse filled with hate and filth. Things changed between the two and they embarked on carnal, libidinous and smutty. The were both darkness and complimented each other. The more time that they spent together she realize that she had him all wrong and that her father had not told everything. She was his little lamb. He was her monster. And she was his muse. His perfect prey. He was her sinner. Her saint. Her nemesis. She was is light and he was the darkness. She saint and his salvation. I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book and highly recommend it. OMG! Hot Hot Hot!!! Piper Stone, I thought I was going to have to sit in an ice bath to cook off. It was so HOT!!! Pitch Black darkness, smut and filthy and just the way that I like it. Wow, just wow! From the start to the thrilling finish their story grabbed hold and didn't let go for a moment. A romantic and sizzling hot read. This novel is quite emotive and the way these two broken souls come together is exquisitely portrayed.
I received an advanced copy of this book via Booksprout and I am voluntarily leaving a review.
March 31, 2025
Xander Blackwell had a great company. They created first class virtual games that everyone was vying for. His team: Elizabeth, Wilder, Christopher, and Zach all knew what it took to get things off the ground and working. But there was something darker going on within the small group. The Obsidian Society is a darker group. Jessica has created some games and even works for a company that develops them. But she is interested in working for Blackwell. Someone has caused her family great loss. She will have her revenge.
You feel like you are in the game most times. I wasn’t sure if Jess was dreaming, gaming, or if things were real. We learn who Xander and his brothers are. These boys have a dark past. I wasn’t sure if they were psychopaths or just acting. I guess their past brought about the impulse. Things seem to be going well with Jessica and Xander but there was someone causing issues, a mole in Blackwell. These two were light and dark. The passion was hot and at times crazy. I honestly didn’t think it was that person. I was more along the lines with Xander’s thought. And kudos to Jess for saving the day. She isn’t just a pretty face. She is a fighter. She may have stumbled but she wasn’t about to let someone crush her. The chase is on. I wonder who will be next to run. I am looking forward to reading Zachariah’s story next.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
You feel like you are in the game most times. I wasn’t sure if Jess was dreaming, gaming, or if things were real. We learn who Xander and his brothers are. These boys have a dark past. I wasn’t sure if they were psychopaths or just acting. I guess their past brought about the impulse. Things seem to be going well with Jessica and Xander but there was someone causing issues, a mole in Blackwell. These two were light and dark. The passion was hot and at times crazy. I honestly didn’t think it was that person. I was more along the lines with Xander’s thought. And kudos to Jess for saving the day. She isn’t just a pretty face. She is a fighter. She may have stumbled but she wasn’t about to let someone crush her. The chase is on. I wonder who will be next to run. I am looking forward to reading Zachariah’s story next.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
May 4, 2025
Sinner
A Dark Billionaire Romance (Legacy of Kings, Book 1)
By: Piper Stone
Narrated by: Skyler Morgan
Deliciously Dark and Different!
Overall: 5 of 5 stars Performance: 5 of 5 stars Story: 5 of 5 stars
Reviewed: 05-04-25
Xander … damaged, demanding and dangerous, he knows what he wants and nothing will stop him. Jessica … she has a dangerous plan and … for her to succeed, the mighty must fall … but first she has to survive! Dark, delicious and delightfully different, “Sinner” introduced me the cutthroat world of Virtual Reality Gaming … a world where you’re only as good as your next release … a world where the nefarious stop at nothing to insure their place at the top … a world that had me captivated from beginning to end! Everything I could ask for is HERE, a strong, clearly presented plot ~ strong characters with amazingly interesting backstories ~ gut wrenching emotion, action, scorching heat ~ mystery, suspense and twisty turns I didn’t see coming! ALL brilliantly and beautifully brought to life by top notch, professional, perfectly timed, perfectly emoted voice acting! I love, love, LOVED everything about “SINNER”! Five fantastic stars!
A Dark Billionaire Romance (Legacy of Kings, Book 1)
By: Piper Stone
Narrated by: Skyler Morgan
Deliciously Dark and Different!
Overall: 5 of 5 stars Performance: 5 of 5 stars Story: 5 of 5 stars
Reviewed: 05-04-25
Xander … damaged, demanding and dangerous, he knows what he wants and nothing will stop him. Jessica … she has a dangerous plan and … for her to succeed, the mighty must fall … but first she has to survive! Dark, delicious and delightfully different, “Sinner” introduced me the cutthroat world of Virtual Reality Gaming … a world where you’re only as good as your next release … a world where the nefarious stop at nothing to insure their place at the top … a world that had me captivated from beginning to end! Everything I could ask for is HERE, a strong, clearly presented plot ~ strong characters with amazingly interesting backstories ~ gut wrenching emotion, action, scorching heat ~ mystery, suspense and twisty turns I didn’t see coming! ALL brilliantly and beautifully brought to life by top notch, professional, perfectly timed, perfectly emoted voice acting! I love, love, LOVED everything about “SINNER”! Five fantastic stars!
November 19, 2025
Sinner: A Dark Billionaire Romance, (Legacy of Kings #1)
Written by: Piper Stone
Narrated by: Skyler Morgan
“Sinner” started out slow and a bit confusing. It may have been that way just for me, but nevertheless, I continued on, hoping it would get better.
Ms. Stone may not have attended to her readers to feel as I did, but eventually I had some moments of clarity for me, and I was able to enjoy parts of it.
I can’t say I would recommend “Sinner” to anyone without telling them what my initial feelings were in the beginning of the book. Although I had come to like it as I continued to listen further, I believe in giving my honest thoughts.
The narrator, Skyler Morgan, did a “Top Rank” with his storytelling of the book, and I’ve always enjoyed his reading. He has a very strong voice for narrating, no matter if it’s a male or female character.
There are other audiobooks that I’ve listened to written by Piper Stone that I’ve loved from beginning to end. I just wasn’t the biggest fan of this one.
I would give 3-⭐️⭐️⭐️s for the book and a 5-⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️s for narration.
#imronigirl
Written by: Piper Stone
Narrated by: Skyler Morgan
“Sinner” started out slow and a bit confusing. It may have been that way just for me, but nevertheless, I continued on, hoping it would get better.
Ms. Stone may not have attended to her readers to feel as I did, but eventually I had some moments of clarity for me, and I was able to enjoy parts of it.
I can’t say I would recommend “Sinner” to anyone without telling them what my initial feelings were in the beginning of the book. Although I had come to like it as I continued to listen further, I believe in giving my honest thoughts.
The narrator, Skyler Morgan, did a “Top Rank” with his storytelling of the book, and I’ve always enjoyed his reading. He has a very strong voice for narrating, no matter if it’s a male or female character.
There are other audiobooks that I’ve listened to written by Piper Stone that I’ve loved from beginning to end. I just wasn’t the biggest fan of this one.
I would give 3-⭐️⭐️⭐️s for the book and a 5-⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️s for narration.
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March 30, 2025
This story was a surprise and not quite what I was expecting. It’s started out darker than I liked but the more I read, the more I was drawn into the story and the more I came to like/love Sinner. Jessica was drawn to him and eventually Xander made his presence known to her. There are surprises throughout the story and the drama was intense. His two brothers were present in the story and I would like to have known more about them but I expect their individual stories are coming. Because they were separated while in foster care and the treatment they endured, I think that accounted for some of their actions. The interaction between Jessica and Xander went from 🔥to🔥🔥🔥 in seconds. There were secondary characters who added to the story. It’s a great read but may contain triggers that some might not like. The ending was unique but not unexpected and overall I loved the story.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and are voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and are voluntarily leaving a review.
March 25, 2025
First book in Legacy of Kings, riveting read and you love the characters I guarantee it
This was a simply wonderful start to this series and I guarantee that like me you will find that once you begin reading the book you will not put it down until reaching the final page.
Xander Blackwell has quite the reputation and with him it is fair to say that he is quite a dangerous and dominant character, it is amazing that the relationship they have shows that since he has taken her the control, he is exerting over her is sadistic, discipline filled and the woman is having to adhere to his demands.
I guarantee that you will thoroughly enjoy this the first book in the Legacy of Kings series and I guarantee that like me you will not be able to wait for the next book in this series.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
This was a simply wonderful start to this series and I guarantee that like me you will find that once you begin reading the book you will not put it down until reaching the final page.
Xander Blackwell has quite the reputation and with him it is fair to say that he is quite a dangerous and dominant character, it is amazing that the relationship they have shows that since he has taken her the control, he is exerting over her is sadistic, discipline filled and the woman is having to adhere to his demands.
I guarantee that you will thoroughly enjoy this the first book in the Legacy of Kings series and I guarantee that like me you will not be able to wait for the next book in this series.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
May 20, 2025
Quite FASCINATING!!
What a very interesting, entertaining and enticing story. From the beginning Xander and Jessica romance is filled with intrigue, suspense and sensual encounters.
I really enjoyed these characters. Xander has had a traumatic and painful past but with his brothers he has developed a very strong and powerful partnership. As for Jessica she wants so enter the Blackwell Group to avenge her sister’s death.
When truths come to light Xander and Jessica realize that their relationship is much more than they thought it would be.
Their chemistry is undeniable and so HOT.
Escaping into this story was satisfying and deliciously delightful.
A remarkably fascinating and gripping story.
What a very interesting, entertaining and enticing story. From the beginning Xander and Jessica romance is filled with intrigue, suspense and sensual encounters.
I really enjoyed these characters. Xander has had a traumatic and painful past but with his brothers he has developed a very strong and powerful partnership. As for Jessica she wants so enter the Blackwell Group to avenge her sister’s death.
When truths come to light Xander and Jessica realize that their relationship is much more than they thought it would be.
Their chemistry is undeniable and so HOT.
Escaping into this story was satisfying and deliciously delightful.
A remarkably fascinating and gripping story.
October 19, 2025
Overall this book was decent. I’m not sure that it fits my idea of romance, but more along the lines of lust.
This book is the story of Jessica Waldrop & Xander Blackwell.
Xander is a self proclaimed devil who exists in the shadows and protects what’s his. Jessica is dead set on taking down the Blackwell brothers and their gaming company because she feels Xander was responsible for her sister’s death. Xander stalks Jessica and sneaks in her home a few times. He also murders a man for attempting to harm her. He finally claims her as his possession and she willingly agrees.
There are no “I love you’s” as Xander doesn’t feel he’s capable of such an emotion. The book just kind of ended. The spice was spicy but the actual story was a little repetitive.
⭐️⭐️⭐️/5
🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️/5
This book is the story of Jessica Waldrop & Xander Blackwell.
Xander is a self proclaimed devil who exists in the shadows and protects what’s his. Jessica is dead set on taking down the Blackwell brothers and their gaming company because she feels Xander was responsible for her sister’s death. Xander stalks Jessica and sneaks in her home a few times. He also murders a man for attempting to harm her. He finally claims her as his possession and she willingly agrees.
There are no “I love you’s” as Xander doesn’t feel he’s capable of such an emotion. The book just kind of ended. The spice was spicy but the actual story was a little repetitive.
⭐️⭐️⭐️/5
🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️/5
April 6, 2025
The stalker story line held promise, but I felt lost throughout the majority of the story and unclear what was real and what was in the game. Xander was close to psychotic with his obsessions. His company created games and within that a secret society. Jessica, who is under consideration for a job opening is his current obsession. I couldn't tell if it was the gaming part or Jessica being wishy washy that caused difficulty with the story line. Even at the end, I kept waiting for her to change her mind. I normally love the books by this author, but this unfortunately felt off. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
April 17, 2025
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Wow this new series Legacy of King's by Piper Stone has done it again, t his is not her usual way of writing but one I had to read. Xander Blackwell, is a ruthless dominant billionaire that likes to play on the wild side. When Jessica met the ruthless man he broke into her apartment and took her hard then the next time he took her it was hot sweating and the chemistry was off the charts Oh and a little bit of spanking just to make you perspire.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Wow this new series Legacy of King's by Piper Stone has done it again, t his is not her usual way of writing but one I had to read. Xander Blackwell, is a ruthless dominant billionaire that likes to play on the wild side. When Jessica met the ruthless man he broke into her apartment and took her hard then the next time he took her it was hot sweating and the chemistry was off the charts Oh and a little bit of spanking just to make you perspire.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
April 21, 2025
Dark romance is one of my favorite tropes, and this book did NOT disappoint. The author has written well developed main and side characters and the prose is descriptive without being too much.
I liked the thrill of the chase and the game of cat and mouse between Jessica and Xander. The plot is good, somewhat predictable, yet enjoyable. There is spice simmering throughout. Overall, this was a great book. I loved this book and would definitely recommend it. I look forward to finding out what the next book holds.
I liked the thrill of the chase and the game of cat and mouse between Jessica and Xander. The plot is good, somewhat predictable, yet enjoyable. There is spice simmering throughout. Overall, this was a great book. I loved this book and would definitely recommend it. I look forward to finding out what the next book holds.
April 21, 2025
This seems to be a deviation from the "usual" story I get from Piper Stone, but I found that I actually became invested very quickly. Sinner has his reasons for the way his life has progressed, but he definitely has a clear idea of what he views as right and what he does with the men he feels are doing wrong. A wonderful take-away from this first book in the Legacy of Kings series is that there are several other Blackwell brothers so I can't wait to see the next story in this series.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
April 25, 2025
What a twisted tale! There are so many twists and turns at the beginning, that I almost wasn't sure of what was going on. I'm glad I stuck it out, it was worth it, because everything became clear. Then it became clear that there were other nuances to the story that added to the danger and the intrigue of the storyline, as if this story needed it. I loved the characters as well as the world building. It's a fast paced exciting and entertaining story.
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I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
March 26, 2025
I loved the idea behind this book with the game and real life. Xander was not what I was expecting passionate and caring but had the dark side. Jessica was strong and independent but was curious. Together they were explosive and filled their wildest darkest desires. The mystery and sabotage kept you guessing and was surprising. A great stalker dark romance that pushed the boundaries.
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I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
April 12, 2025
Wow, this is one dark book. Two people with a past connection and both with deep, dark desires. Set in the gaming world we are introduced to the Blackwell brothers, separated at an early age and all put into the foster care system, and all coming out of it with dark demons. Jessica is determined to exact revenge on Xander for her sister and is stalked by Sinner, a fellow gamer. As Jessica fights for a place at the Blackwell Group she finds herself caught up in a world of deceit, betrayal, secrets and lies and who will be her protector throughout it all? This book is one of the darkest I have read by Piper and I couldn't put it down. Jam-packed with heat and steam and full of drama and action, this is certainly a book that doesn't disappoint. I look forward to reading the next in the series.
April 24, 2025
This is a dark, erotic tale with plenty of kink complete with twists and turns to the plot to keep you reading. Both of the main characters have had trauma, in their lives that shaped them into something the world would not consider normal. Set in the world of video game development, this is an enemies to lovers story that many may find triggering. It's the first of a series and I want to read more!.
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I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
August 1, 2025
It was good
The story was too long I would’ve given it 4 stars ⭐️ if it was 100 pages shorter.
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️
Heat: 🌶️🌶️🌶️.5
Darkness: 🩶🖤
Ending: HFN
Epilogue: last chapter
3 Stars: Enjoyed the book, and the storyline. May or may not continue the series.
🌶️ 🌶️🌶️🌶️- Frequent spicy and detailed scenes throughout. Deliciously naughty. Steamy. Obsessive. Kisses that can be felt for days. Toys, 🍑 play, D/s, 3D’s dark, delicious, and dirty.
The story was too long I would’ve given it 4 stars ⭐️ if it was 100 pages shorter.
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️
Heat: 🌶️🌶️🌶️.5
Darkness: 🩶🖤
Ending: HFN
Epilogue: last chapter
3 Stars: Enjoyed the book, and the storyline. May or may not continue the series.
🌶️ 🌶️🌶️🌶️- Frequent spicy and detailed scenes throughout. Deliciously naughty. Steamy. Obsessive. Kisses that can be felt for days. Toys, 🍑 play, D/s, 3D’s dark, delicious, and dirty.
March 27, 2025
This is one really dark twisted read!
He was her stalker, the person she should fear but he just knew she had the same dark desires as he had!
What a powerful addictive storyline, you won’t be able to stop reading once you start.
Dark desires, intense emotions, hot, hot sizzling scenes.
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He was her stalker, the person she should fear but he just knew she had the same dark desires as he had!
What a powerful addictive storyline, you won’t be able to stop reading once you start.
Dark desires, intense emotions, hot, hot sizzling scenes.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
March 29, 2025
There is something about gaming that even when my favourite authors write about it it leaves me cold. Fortunately for me, this book goes way beyond gaming and has mystery and intrigue to capture the reader and is steamy as well. It is not easy to read sometimes, but the ending more than makes up for it and now I can’t wait to read about the other two brothers.
April 1, 2025
Legacy Of Kings book 1 is Xander and Jessica's story. It's definitely an intriguing journey with strong characters and an intense, consuming storyline. They're perfect for each other in every way. They each have a darkness within that the other satisfies completely. Sinner will bring you straight into the depths of darkness with it's characters and keep you hostage until the very end!
April 2, 2025
Wow, exciting twists from beginning to end…
Jessica, a game designer is caught up in the dog eat dog video game industry The lines between virtual reality and reality become blurry with Xander and his brothers’ company right in the middle… I received a free copy of this book. This review was posted voluntarily.
Jessica, a game designer is caught up in the dog eat dog video game industry The lines between virtual reality and reality become blurry with Xander and his brothers’ company right in the middle… I received a free copy of this book. This review was posted voluntarily.
April 17, 2025
Chasing his Prey
The boundary between gaming and reality blended seamlessly for Jessica and Xander in their twisted story. It was thrilling as well captivating. Stalking with a little bit of predatory behavior never hurts in this type of fantasy read.
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The boundary between gaming and reality blended seamlessly for Jessica and Xander in their twisted story. It was thrilling as well captivating. Stalking with a little bit of predatory behavior never hurts in this type of fantasy read.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
May 5, 2025
Xander Blackwell had a terrible childhood that has influenced his life. Jessica gets a job at the Blackwell Group because she wants revenge for her sister. Will they both survive the dark world they are exploring?.
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I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 1, 2025
A very slow start.
I’m glad that I stuck with the book though. It definitely improved as it moved along. The steam is intense and the story is a bit complex. I’m hoping that the unanswered questions will be resolved in the next books.
Given the content, I find the use of the word ‘bottom’ to describe that part of a woman’s body instead of a more adult synonym rather confusing.
I’m glad that I stuck with the book though. It definitely improved as it moved along. The steam is intense and the story is a bit complex. I’m hoping that the unanswered questions will be resolved in the next books.
Given the content, I find the use of the word ‘bottom’ to describe that part of a woman’s body instead of a more adult synonym rather confusing.
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