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Temptation to Sin
Twenty-eight year old Shannon had been in a platonic relationship with her childhood sweetheart, for eight years. In the beginning, she'd thought she would be able to go through life, making do without the physical aspect of a sexual relation-ship, but after eight years of going through the motions, Shan-non was ready to admit that she could no longer continue in this platonic relationship, so she sets off on a quest to find the man who could meet all of her needs.Brent was very angry when he found out his friend was pining after a woman who was heartless enough to lead him on, build up his hopes, and then walked out on him, with-out so much as a good bye. He was out for revenge. He vowed to teach that woman a lesson, by seducing her, and then he in turn would walk out on her, as she had done to his friend.Unfortunately, "The best laid schemes of mice and men, oft awry," because after setting up an elaborate plan to meet Shannon and teach her a lesson, Brent had gotten caught in his own net, and no matter how hard he fought it, he just became more entangled in the game of love. Now he had to work on making Shannon fall in love with him because he needed her love like he needed air to breathe. The sparks began to fly between Shannon and Brent as they fought to resist the temptation of a love that was inevitable.
- GenresRomance
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First published June 24, 2011
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About the author
Ju Ephraime
35 books231 followersJu Ephraime (http://www.juliaeantoine.com) is the debut author of State of Ecstasy. Her latest novel, One Hell Of A Ride is published by ENVISION Business & Computer School, August 2nd, 2017. Her books are available at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, ENVISION, Books-A-Million, IndieBound, and many other retailers.
Ju's books have received great reviews from many different sources, including Midwest Book Review and Readers favorite. Several of her titles have made the bestseller list on Amazon, the most recent being, Golden Heat and The Elusive Highlander. The Elusive Highlander maintained that status for several weeks.
Ju earned her graduate degree from Northeastern University. She has a varied background, but for the past 13 years, has settled in the area of higher education. You can find her on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Goodreads. Ju lives with her family in Connecticut.
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Ju's books have received great reviews from many different sources, including Midwest Book Review and Readers favorite. Several of her titles have made the bestseller list on Amazon, the most recent being, Golden Heat and The Elusive Highlander. The Elusive Highlander maintained that status for several weeks.
Ju earned her graduate degree from Northeastern University. She has a varied background, but for the past 13 years, has settled in the area of higher education. You can find her on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Goodreads. Ju lives with her family in Connecticut.
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January 7, 2016
Ju Ephraime is a master of romance, proven in this well-written novel easily devoured in an afternoon or evening. I couldn't keep my eyes off of Brent and Shannon's development as characters, and ultimately, as lovers...Ephraime's book has a nice, steady pace that doesn't catch on insignificant details; every moment is important to the story as a whole, and Brent and Shannon's back-and-forth game is as satisfying as it is compelling. This is fresh, unique romance at its best, and I loved every second.
April 29, 2012
16th book read in 2012.
Number 241 out of 248 on my all time book list.
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Number 241 out of 248 on my all time book list.
Follow the link below to see my video review:
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August 28, 2011
"Temptation to Sin" is a marvelous read. It is a novel that delves into the heart of emotions - unyielding passions of love, revenge, and raw desire. Brent was very angry when he believed Shannon was heartless enough to lead his friend on and he wanted to give her some of her own medicine. But, he fell deeply in love with Shannon. You must read this book to find out how this stormy love affair comes to an explosive ending. Most books do not hold my attention through to the end, but this one did; I could not put it down. "Temptation to Sin" is a magnificent gift from Ju Ephraime and a crowning achievement.
April 13, 2014
I don't read much pure romance but fancied giving it a try as it seems such a burgeoning genre. I wasn't sure what to expect but was pleasantly surprised. At the heart of the story is Shannon who is unhappy after eight years in a purely platonic relationship and seeks an affair but is also at first torn between her desire and guilt. When she meets Brent, she quickly falls for him and the hot sex scenes, which are well described, ensure she wants more. However, there is more to Brent than meets the eye and I thought this elevated the story above the average romance.
This book is well written and fast moving. I'm sure it will appeal to all lovers of steamy romance.
This book is well written and fast moving. I'm sure it will appeal to all lovers of steamy romance.
August 2, 2011
This book is an absolute page-turner that will leave burn marks on your fingers due to the high level of intensity. Ju sure knows how tell a romance story and how to keep her readers' appetite satiated. I can't wait for her next novel.
April 23, 2014
This is one of those books that you wish Amazon would have a sixth star review. It goes above and beyond the 'I Love It' factor. Brent and Shannon's 'adventures' are too hot for words, they will leave you breathless and wanting for more. The characters were well developed as was the storyline. Caution: There will be scenes where your mouth is left hanging open and the only word you can utter is "Wow'. Great job once again Ms. Ephraime on another highly recommended novel of high heat and seduction.
May 16, 2015
I thoroughly enjoyed this romance. The relationship between Brent and Shannon start as a very complicated one and things get even more complicated whilst I kept reading. I like being kept engaged in the plots and so the way the love story between the couple had been developed.
The detailed descriptions helped me picture the story perfectly and the ending is such a surprise.
I'm not a keen romance reader but have to say this is a good one.
The detailed descriptions helped me picture the story perfectly and the ending is such a surprise.
I'm not a keen romance reader but have to say this is a good one.
September 23, 2011
Riveting!!!! wow, I picked this book up to read and could not put it down until the end. I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book. Ju Ephraime has shown her mastery at writing in her ability to keep one captivated as the story unravels. I wait in great anticipation for the next novel from this author. Very refreshing!!
September 4, 2011
I'm not good at writing reviews, but this book was excellent. It has earned a place on my "favorite" shelf. I loved the characters, the location and the romantic scenes.
September 22, 2013
This book is actually rated 3.5.
Twenty-eight year old Shannon McGregor has lived with her childhood boyfriend Jayden for ten years, eight of them sexless. For the last
eight years their relationship has been platonic something she thought she could be content with since in every other aspect they had a good life together but now she has gotten to the point where all she can think about is sex, sex and more sex.
More and more her desire to have sex got her to a point where she gave her telephone number to a perfect stranger. All she knew about him was his name, Gregory. He insisted on calling her over and over again until she finally gave in and decided to meet him. Gregory planned a dinner and booked a hotel room for afterwards, only once in the room Shannon realized that she could not go through with it, he did nothing for her. Shannon was not going to have sex with just anyone, it had to be someone who make her tingle.
Before she decided to accept her life with Jayden the way it was she gave herself six months to try to find that special someone. Shannon taught computer skills to adults and when Brent McKee walked into her classroom she knew he was the man who could turn her world upside down. Brent joins her class inspite of the fact that he had a degree in Computer Science and was a computer software engineer. He knew that the only way to get close to Shannon was by attending her class, at least until he got her where he wanted her.
It doesn't take long before Brent seduces Shannon. Shannon and Brent have a hard time keeping their hands and lips off one another whenever they see each other. Shannon finally has someone who makes her blood boil and apparently Brent feels the same way. Unfortunately, Shannon refuses to give up her living arrangement with Jayden until she knows for sure that this thing between her and Brent is a lasting one and not just about sex. What she doesn't know is that when Brent met her it was all planned out in advance.
When Shannon left Gregory in the hotel room he took it very hard and Brent being his best friend decided to teach her a lesson. He would seduce her, make her want him and then leave her the way she did to Greg. What Brent fails to realize is that Greg did not give him the full details of what transpired. Was Greg fantasizing? Did Shannon actually just walk out on him leaving him naked and hurt?
As in a lot of things in life we make plans that don't always work out as we planned, this is what happened to Brent. The book is full of explicit sex and romance but I felt it was just a little too long and that some things were just a little far fetched. There was basically very little in the way of a story.
Reviewed by: Linda Tonis
Member of the Paranormal Romance Review Team
Twenty-eight year old Shannon McGregor has lived with her childhood boyfriend Jayden for ten years, eight of them sexless. For the last
eight years their relationship has been platonic something she thought she could be content with since in every other aspect they had a good life together but now she has gotten to the point where all she can think about is sex, sex and more sex.
More and more her desire to have sex got her to a point where she gave her telephone number to a perfect stranger. All she knew about him was his name, Gregory. He insisted on calling her over and over again until she finally gave in and decided to meet him. Gregory planned a dinner and booked a hotel room for afterwards, only once in the room Shannon realized that she could not go through with it, he did nothing for her. Shannon was not going to have sex with just anyone, it had to be someone who make her tingle.
Before she decided to accept her life with Jayden the way it was she gave herself six months to try to find that special someone. Shannon taught computer skills to adults and when Brent McKee walked into her classroom she knew he was the man who could turn her world upside down. Brent joins her class inspite of the fact that he had a degree in Computer Science and was a computer software engineer. He knew that the only way to get close to Shannon was by attending her class, at least until he got her where he wanted her.
It doesn't take long before Brent seduces Shannon. Shannon and Brent have a hard time keeping their hands and lips off one another whenever they see each other. Shannon finally has someone who makes her blood boil and apparently Brent feels the same way. Unfortunately, Shannon refuses to give up her living arrangement with Jayden until she knows for sure that this thing between her and Brent is a lasting one and not just about sex. What she doesn't know is that when Brent met her it was all planned out in advance.
When Shannon left Gregory in the hotel room he took it very hard and Brent being his best friend decided to teach her a lesson. He would seduce her, make her want him and then leave her the way she did to Greg. What Brent fails to realize is that Greg did not give him the full details of what transpired. Was Greg fantasizing? Did Shannon actually just walk out on him leaving him naked and hurt?
As in a lot of things in life we make plans that don't always work out as we planned, this is what happened to Brent. The book is full of explicit sex and romance but I felt it was just a little too long and that some things were just a little far fetched. There was basically very little in the way of a story.
Reviewed by: Linda Tonis
Member of the Paranormal Romance Review Team
October 29, 2011
I almost didn't buy this book when I saw it had received one star from a "reviewers," but after reading her comment, I realized this comment does not belong in a review because she admitted to not even reading the book, ergo, "I never did finish skimming thru it, I just didn`t like it." If you skimmed a book and you did not read it, how could you review it and rate it for other readers, which is the purpose of a review.
Anyways my take on this book. I purchased the books two months ago and had not gotten down to reading it for lack of time. This is an excellent contemporary romance novel, which I enjoyed tremendously. The book was fast-paced, and I went through it very quickly, actually, two days, like another reviewer wrote. It is so interesting and well-written, it captures your attention and holds it until the very end. The book has some unexpected suspense in the plot, like the physical altercation between Brent, the hero, and Gregory, the wanna be. Also, Shannon's relationship with her childhood sweetheart, Jayden, had some similarities to some relationships I am familiar with, which made it believable for me. But what captured my attention was the sexual tension between Brent and Shannon from their first meeting. In the beginning they both had hidden motives in pursuing a relationship with each other, Brent for revenge and Shannon for sexual satisfaction, but in the end, love conquered all, and these two strong characters were able to meet in the middle, put their differences aside and embrace the love they had for each other in a lot of hot sexual scenes. If this is any indication of this author's work, I'm off to purchase her first book.
Anyways my take on this book. I purchased the books two months ago and had not gotten down to reading it for lack of time. This is an excellent contemporary romance novel, which I enjoyed tremendously. The book was fast-paced, and I went through it very quickly, actually, two days, like another reviewer wrote. It is so interesting and well-written, it captures your attention and holds it until the very end. The book has some unexpected suspense in the plot, like the physical altercation between Brent, the hero, and Gregory, the wanna be. Also, Shannon's relationship with her childhood sweetheart, Jayden, had some similarities to some relationships I am familiar with, which made it believable for me. But what captured my attention was the sexual tension between Brent and Shannon from their first meeting. In the beginning they both had hidden motives in pursuing a relationship with each other, Brent for revenge and Shannon for sexual satisfaction, but in the end, love conquered all, and these two strong characters were able to meet in the middle, put their differences aside and embrace the love they had for each other in a lot of hot sexual scenes. If this is any indication of this author's work, I'm off to purchase her first book.
July 22, 2014
Sensational
Ju Ephraime’s “Temptation to Sin” is set in the Northeast, Connecticut and New York. The story begins with the author introducing the reader to Shannon, a young woman who was in an eight year relationship with her best friend, Jayden that had her feeling less than fulfilled. To rectify this, Shannon set in motion a series of circumstances that had me on the edge of my seat, and rapidly turning the pages. Ephraime takes the reader into the lives of the three main characters, Shannon, Jayden and Brent, in this tale of passion, love and betrayal, with the skill of a master. First I hated Shannon, and fell in love with both Brent and Jayden, they each had great qualities, and I was torn. However, with great skill and a well-written plot, the author had me falling in love with Shannon and Brent as they triumphed and claim their love. The author does not keep the reader guessing and puts you right there in the heart of the action between Brent and Shannon, lots of steamy, passionate scenes. I love it and I’m off to get Jayden’s story.
Ju Ephraime’s “Temptation to Sin” is set in the Northeast, Connecticut and New York. The story begins with the author introducing the reader to Shannon, a young woman who was in an eight year relationship with her best friend, Jayden that had her feeling less than fulfilled. To rectify this, Shannon set in motion a series of circumstances that had me on the edge of my seat, and rapidly turning the pages. Ephraime takes the reader into the lives of the three main characters, Shannon, Jayden and Brent, in this tale of passion, love and betrayal, with the skill of a master. First I hated Shannon, and fell in love with both Brent and Jayden, they each had great qualities, and I was torn. However, with great skill and a well-written plot, the author had me falling in love with Shannon and Brent as they triumphed and claim their love. The author does not keep the reader guessing and puts you right there in the heart of the action between Brent and Shannon, lots of steamy, passionate scenes. I love it and I’m off to get Jayden’s story.
August 26, 2011
Phew! I had to put down my current read so that I could read this book, to give my review before the month of August was up. As a member of the LK group, I did not want to find another author to take away from my unwavering devotion to her, but alas, I have to report I found one in Ju Ephraime. Her book, Temptation to sin was a phenomenal read. I love the tension between the two main characters, Brent and Shannon, but I love more than anything, the way Brent made love to her. It’s an experience to enjoy. I experienced every sensation with Shannon; it was out of this world. I can’t say enough about this book. The brief glimpse the author gave into one of her upcoming releases, had me panting for more. I am going to buy her other title, State of Ecstasy. What a quandary in which I find myself, LK or JE---I love them both.
June 8, 2014
I loved this book! It was not what I was expecting at all! At first I thought that I would not like the character of Shannon for what she was planning on doing, but the author actually made you feel what Shannon was feeling and thinking. By the end of the story I really liked Shannon's character and the other characters as well. They all seemed real and the friendships were also perfectly written and I could associate with the ties of friendship and what you would do for your friends, including what Jayden finally did for the friend he loved. Brent and Jayden were real and you felt for both of them. I wanted to dislike different characters during different portions of the story, but the author had you finding the redeeming qualities in each of them. I have now read quite a few of this author's works and I am a definite fan.
July 14, 2014
"Temptation to Sin" is an amazing read. Ephraime delves into the deep emotional upheaval that some relationships go through, as was the case with Shannon and Jayden and yet they continued on for eight years. I admire Shannon and the way she took charge of her life when she thought enough was enough. The author depicted the characters so brilliantly that I was cheering for Shannon the entire time and was thrilled when she met Brent. Unfortunately, Brent had his own agenda and Shannon had to go through more upheavals before she found her pot of gold. Ephraime did a terrific job in the way she grabbed my attention and help it to the very end. This is not a typical love story, this story spans the gamut of all human emotions and it will leave you reeling. Excellent work!
*I was given a copy of this book for a fair and honest review*
*I was given a copy of this book for a fair and honest review*
March 29, 2013
I thoroughly enjoyed reading Temptation to Sin. This author moves at a quick pace and takes you on a sensual ride that is to die for. I totally identified with Shannon and the way she tried to protect herself from getting hurt. I also felt the strength of the desire Brent felt for Shannon. These two characters were passionate and explosive, and they knew how to enjoy each other. The author made them come alive from the pages, and kept at it until the end. The first man is Shannon’s life, Jayden, came across as weak, until you had delved beneath the surface, and saw a side of Jayden that was not apparent on first reading. Nonetheless, this book was about Brent and Shannon; Jayden just gave credence to their passion and love for each other.
August 25, 2011
I have to agree with some of the other reviewers; I found this book very enjoyable and easy to read. I could not put the book down. It captured my interest and held it till the end. Shannon and Brent were well-matched. The problems Shannon was experiencing in her other relationship is something I can relate to, although I would not have remained so long in the relationship, given the circumstances, but I totally understood her motivation. The love scenes in the book were “HOT.” I had to get a fan to cool myself, as I continued to read. I was so enthralled; I ordered her other book, State of Ecstasy. I cannot wait to receive my copy from Amazon. I am also looking forward to reading about Jayden after reading the excerpt. Exceptional Read!
January 25, 2012
Temptation to Sin spoke to me as a story that is about everyone… At one point in everyone’s life they have been tempted and knew they shouldn’t. That apple… that cookie… that song… that person. We’ve all been there and the author does a great job of relating Shannon’s situation to the “everyperson” in all of us.
But this is about so much more than just temptation, it’s about love. At the heart of it all Temptation to Sin is both a touching and gripping love story at the same time. You feel compelled to read on and want this all to come together so much for Shannon – you certainly won’t put it down!
This is a highly recommended read for anyone who likes romance, intrigue or even just a good old fashioned stormy love story! It’s all here – and you’ll love it!
But this is about so much more than just temptation, it’s about love. At the heart of it all Temptation to Sin is both a touching and gripping love story at the same time. You feel compelled to read on and want this all to come together so much for Shannon – you certainly won’t put it down!
This is a highly recommended read for anyone who likes romance, intrigue or even just a good old fashioned stormy love story! It’s all here – and you’ll love it!
August 8, 2011
I began reading this book within 2 days of receiving my free copy from the author. This book really kept my attention. I didn't want to put it down. It only took me a few days to read it and I have five very active children. This book also made me think about my life and my relationship with my husband(in a good way). I really like the whole story. It had some really good descriptive "heat of the moment" parts of the story that really grabbed my attention to go with the many emotions that went on throughout. Very well written in my opinion. I can't wait to read the next book and to find out exactly how things work out with Jayden!!
August 22, 2013
This novel follows the story of Shannon as she struggles to find a physical relationship where she can be in control.
In a platonic relationship, Shannon longs for some excitement with a man who can provide her with the kind of pleasures she has always dreamed of.
However, when she meets Brent she is totally unprepared for the effect he has on her as she loses all control in his presence.
Between the two of them they play a tantalising game of cat and mouse which is amusing, realistic and highly sexual at times.
This story keeps the reader's attention by drawing out their developing relationship and waiting to discover whether they will find happiness in each other's arms.
In a platonic relationship, Shannon longs for some excitement with a man who can provide her with the kind of pleasures she has always dreamed of.
However, when she meets Brent she is totally unprepared for the effect he has on her as she loses all control in his presence.
Between the two of them they play a tantalising game of cat and mouse which is amusing, realistic and highly sexual at times.
This story keeps the reader's attention by drawing out their developing relationship and waiting to discover whether they will find happiness in each other's arms.
August 19, 2014
“Temptation to Sin” was a love triangle between Shannon, Jayden and Brent who meet in college. Shannon, the main character has been in a long relationship with Jayden. Jayden and Brent are very much alike which seems to make it hard for Shannon to choose which love interest would win her heart forever---as in---marriage. Ju does a good job with the suspense and scenes are steamy at times, but not raunchy. While other scenes felt just a little forced, rushed, and choppy, but overall if you're looking to be tempted, teased, and yearning for a little edge Ju Ephraime will take you there.
October 27, 2011
I never did finish skimming thru it,I just didn`t like it
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