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Rugged Riders #3
Seduced by Sin
A bad boy with a commitment phobia living on the edge…
Sean Brooks doesn’t play by the rules. The notorious bad boy retired from his career as a NASCAR driver to pursue his most rebellious endeavor—street racing. By day he’s a savvy, real estate investor, but at night he takes on a different persona as a risk-taking daredevil. He keeps a low-profile and vows to never become blindsided again by women looking for one thing—money. He’ll date them, but he has a hard time trusting them. Yet, he will f**k them.
A pastor’s daughter struggling to find her own way…
Karlina Nguyen is sick of false promises. Ever since she moved to a new city to start what would’ve been the best job for her, the company closes its doors before she could earn her first paycheck. The part-time office job she found at the last minute barely covers her rent and student loan bills. Now she’s down on her luck, living in a condo she can’t afford and her bank balance is running low. She needs money…fast. To avoid moving back to the small town that she dreads so much, Karlina takes drastic measures. She agrees to become an escort in exchange for cash. All she has to do is be a pretend girlfriend for one night.
Sometimes it takes sacrifice to mend a broken heart…
When Karlina meets Sean, he has sex and sin written all over him. One night isn’t enough for her, and she agrees to see him again. Their relationship blossoms beyond their escort agreement, sparking an emotional attachment. They’ll have to work through the issues standing in their way, but do they have a chance with each other once the heart is shattered? Sean won’t give up easily. Just this once, Karlina will bend her rules to play the game of seduction.
Sean Brooks doesn’t play by the rules. The notorious bad boy retired from his career as a NASCAR driver to pursue his most rebellious endeavor—street racing. By day he’s a savvy, real estate investor, but at night he takes on a different persona as a risk-taking daredevil. He keeps a low-profile and vows to never become blindsided again by women looking for one thing—money. He’ll date them, but he has a hard time trusting them. Yet, he will f**k them.
A pastor’s daughter struggling to find her own way…
Karlina Nguyen is sick of false promises. Ever since she moved to a new city to start what would’ve been the best job for her, the company closes its doors before she could earn her first paycheck. The part-time office job she found at the last minute barely covers her rent and student loan bills. Now she’s down on her luck, living in a condo she can’t afford and her bank balance is running low. She needs money…fast. To avoid moving back to the small town that she dreads so much, Karlina takes drastic measures. She agrees to become an escort in exchange for cash. All she has to do is be a pretend girlfriend for one night.
Sometimes it takes sacrifice to mend a broken heart…
When Karlina meets Sean, he has sex and sin written all over him. One night isn’t enough for her, and she agrees to see him again. Their relationship blossoms beyond their escort agreement, sparking an emotional attachment. They’ll have to work through the issues standing in their way, but do they have a chance with each other once the heart is shattered? Sean won’t give up easily. Just this once, Karlina will bend her rules to play the game of seduction.
- GenresRomance
228 pages, Paperback
Published March 17, 2016
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Ambrielle Kirk
48 books508 followersUSA Today bestselling author Ambrielle Kirk writes diverse, edgy and seductive romance in several sub-genres under multiple pen names (both published and unpublished).
Visit her on the web at booksbyambrielle.com or amberellabooks.com.
Visit her on the web at booksbyambrielle.com or amberellabooks.com.
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March 14, 2016
I received an ARC copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.
Excellent. I loved it! Sean and Karlina's story is incredibly sweet. The way he feels about her is so obvious and it's wonderful to see. The love he feels is an unconditional, true love. Even when Karlina shuts him out of his life and makes some not so great decisions, he is willing to love her. While I understand Karlina's initial hurt at finding out the full story between Sean and Jessica, she most definitely overreacted. Unfortunately, it takes her quite some time, a horrible semi-relationship with another man, and a car crash to figure it out. While I was very disappointed in the way Karlina acted after breaking up with Sean, I was happy to find out that he had remained faithful during their separation. He never stopped loving her. When he takes her home from the hospital he doesn't chastise her for her bad decisions or punish her for hurting him by responding in kind. He wants what's best for her, even if it isn't him. And, as with the first two novels in the Rugged Riders series (Driven by Desire and Taken by Temptation), their romance involves plenty of steamy, but tasteful, sex. I felt the love of Sean towards Karlina more than I have in the previous novels (not that I didn't feel it there as well; this was just particularly strong). The book definitely has a HEA ending with no cliffhanger. It could easily be read as a stand alone if desired (though I whole-heartedly recommend the entire series; they're all great books). I hope you enjoy reading Seduced by Sin as much as I did!
Excellent. I loved it! Sean and Karlina's story is incredibly sweet. The way he feels about her is so obvious and it's wonderful to see. The love he feels is an unconditional, true love. Even when Karlina shuts him out of his life and makes some not so great decisions, he is willing to love her. While I understand Karlina's initial hurt at finding out the full story between Sean and Jessica, she most definitely overreacted. Unfortunately, it takes her quite some time, a horrible semi-relationship with another man, and a car crash to figure it out. While I was very disappointed in the way Karlina acted after breaking up with Sean, I was happy to find out that he had remained faithful during their separation. He never stopped loving her. When he takes her home from the hospital he doesn't chastise her for her bad decisions or punish her for hurting him by responding in kind. He wants what's best for her, even if it isn't him. And, as with the first two novels in the Rugged Riders series (Driven by Desire and Taken by Temptation), their romance involves plenty of steamy, but tasteful, sex. I felt the love of Sean towards Karlina more than I have in the previous novels (not that I didn't feel it there as well; this was just particularly strong). The book definitely has a HEA ending with no cliffhanger. It could easily be read as a stand alone if desired (though I whole-heartedly recommend the entire series; they're all great books). I hope you enjoy reading Seduced by Sin as much as I did!
October 23, 2018
Seduced by Sin
This book is good. Karlina has the worst luck in men. Sean doesn't want to talk about his past, which causes problems in their relationship. When everything is said and done, happiness waits for those who will be honest and open about their past.
This book is good. Karlina has the worst luck in men. Sean doesn't want to talk about his past, which causes problems in their relationship. When everything is said and done, happiness waits for those who will be honest and open about their past.
October 26, 2016
I ENJOYED THIS BOOK! HOWEVER, THE ENDING LEFT ME HANGING.
March 17, 2016
SEDUCED BY SIN-SEAN-CAPTIVATING SIZZLING ROMANCE.
The story focuses on; SEAN, the strikingly gorgeous and sultry ex-Nascar racer and real-estate investor; Karlina, a sexy, intelligent beautiful secretary.
What you'll find in this story; a cast of remarkably impressive and engaging characters, fabulous story-line, picturesque and powerful vivid scene descriptions, fantastic banter, camaraderie, family love, gut-wrenching moments, emotions spiral, earth-shattering toe-curling sensual romance, and a heart warming conclusion leaving you wanting more.
Karlina first sees Sean at a coffee shop and can’t take her eyes off him. Not speaking to her Sean leaves his business card and cash to buy her coffee with the barista. Feeling shy she never calls him. Needing money to supplement her part-time job Karlina takes a job with an escort service to be a pretend girlfriend, and to her surprise Sean is the pretend boyfriend. The attraction that started at the coffee shop flourishes into something more and they start dating. Both have trust issues with relationships; having been hurt by their ex’s. Karlina catches Sean with his real-estate assistant at his home and breaks up with him not giving him a chance to explain. Sean wants Karlina back and will do everything he can to capture her heart forever.
FANTASTIC-fast paced well written read by a truly gifted author. The fusion of authenticity and fantasy make this an awe-inspiring story. The author does not disappoint with an intriguing plot and exhilarating dialogue keeping you hooked from start to finish. The author also shows how communication and trust is imperative in a loving lasting relationship. The romance between Sean and Karlina is fiery and filled with devotion. I enjoyed this story, a most gratifying read. If you treasure fantasy romance this is certainly a terrific book for your library. {I was gifted this book and this is my completely honest review}. In the world of fantasy romance the possibilities are endless and always fascinating. Without reservations I recommend this book.
The story focuses on; SEAN, the strikingly gorgeous and sultry ex-Nascar racer and real-estate investor; Karlina, a sexy, intelligent beautiful secretary.
What you'll find in this story; a cast of remarkably impressive and engaging characters, fabulous story-line, picturesque and powerful vivid scene descriptions, fantastic banter, camaraderie, family love, gut-wrenching moments, emotions spiral, earth-shattering toe-curling sensual romance, and a heart warming conclusion leaving you wanting more.
Karlina first sees Sean at a coffee shop and can’t take her eyes off him. Not speaking to her Sean leaves his business card and cash to buy her coffee with the barista. Feeling shy she never calls him. Needing money to supplement her part-time job Karlina takes a job with an escort service to be a pretend girlfriend, and to her surprise Sean is the pretend boyfriend. The attraction that started at the coffee shop flourishes into something more and they start dating. Both have trust issues with relationships; having been hurt by their ex’s. Karlina catches Sean with his real-estate assistant at his home and breaks up with him not giving him a chance to explain. Sean wants Karlina back and will do everything he can to capture her heart forever.
FANTASTIC-fast paced well written read by a truly gifted author. The fusion of authenticity and fantasy make this an awe-inspiring story. The author does not disappoint with an intriguing plot and exhilarating dialogue keeping you hooked from start to finish. The author also shows how communication and trust is imperative in a loving lasting relationship. The romance between Sean and Karlina is fiery and filled with devotion. I enjoyed this story, a most gratifying read. If you treasure fantasy romance this is certainly a terrific book for your library. {I was gifted this book and this is my completely honest review}. In the world of fantasy romance the possibilities are endless and always fascinating. Without reservations I recommend this book.
March 17, 2016
SEAN,ex-Nascar racer and real-estate mogul meets Karlina, a hard working, non golddigging secretary. Their first encounter is in a coffee shop where they don't even speak, he just buys her coffee as he thinks she's beautiful but needs to smile more!
About a month later Karlina's money worries are ramping up. She's taken a one-time gig as an escort to pay the bills. But when her date for the night arrives she gets a massive shock...it's Sean. He is also happy with this turn of events as he had left his card with Karlinas coffee but she had never called him.
They decide to see where their mutual attraction goes and begin dating, even though they both have trust issues for one reason or another. But when Karlina catches Sean in what she thinks is a compromising meeting, will she give him the benefit of the doubt or will she cut and run?
Well paced and superbly written read. There is an interesting and intriguing plot and the dialogue is witty and passionate. Who knew NASCAR drivers could be this sexy - I'll need to give it a watch in future!!!
About a month later Karlina's money worries are ramping up. She's taken a one-time gig as an escort to pay the bills. But when her date for the night arrives she gets a massive shock...it's Sean. He is also happy with this turn of events as he had left his card with Karlinas coffee but she had never called him.
They decide to see where their mutual attraction goes and begin dating, even though they both have trust issues for one reason or another. But when Karlina catches Sean in what she thinks is a compromising meeting, will she give him the benefit of the doubt or will she cut and run?
Well paced and superbly written read. There is an interesting and intriguing plot and the dialogue is witty and passionate. Who knew NASCAR drivers could be this sexy - I'll need to give it a watch in future!!!
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April 12, 2016I had a love/hate relationship with this book
Let me start by saying that I loved how Sean was determined to get his woman , even willing to start over to rebuild the relationship. It was clear he had a deep kind of love for Karlina and was willing to do what it took to make it happen. Now, Karlina got on my last good nerve especially when she jumped from ending the relationship with Sean to one with Anthony. I was especially done when she was intimate with him so quick but it took a car accident and almost death to realize she had a good man who again took care of her even though he wasn't sure where he stood with her. Anthony was a a hot mess too lol I mean really , he was doing waaaayyyy too much.
Over all I loved the entire series and how the alpha men went after what they wanted !
Let me start by saying that I loved how Sean was determined to get his woman , even willing to start over to rebuild the relationship. It was clear he had a deep kind of love for Karlina and was willing to do what it took to make it happen. Now, Karlina got on my last good nerve especially when she jumped from ending the relationship with Sean to one with Anthony. I was especially done when she was intimate with him so quick but it took a car accident and almost death to realize she had a good man who again took care of her even though he wasn't sure where he stood with her. Anthony was a a hot mess too lol I mean really , he was doing waaaayyyy too much.
Over all I loved the entire series and how the alpha men went after what they wanted !
March 21, 2016
WOW!!!!!! SEAN, SEAN, SEAN....
This book rates a five because just like the others in the series, it was excellent. There was a time during the book, I could have just slapped some sense into Karlina. But Ms. Kirk being the great author that she is, put a spin on the situation that had me changing my mind. Sean was the epitome of a man that I truly want in my life. He was the ultimate Alpha take care of business man. In relationships, you can't evade the truth, especially when one person has a problem with trust issues. Good job Ms. Kirk. You make reading the Rugged Riders Series a pleasant read. If you haven't read any of the series, start today. And if you have, pick up your copy of Book 3 of this awesome series.
This book rates a five because just like the others in the series, it was excellent. There was a time during the book, I could have just slapped some sense into Karlina. But Ms. Kirk being the great author that she is, put a spin on the situation that had me changing my mind. Sean was the epitome of a man that I truly want in my life. He was the ultimate Alpha take care of business man. In relationships, you can't evade the truth, especially when one person has a problem with trust issues. Good job Ms. Kirk. You make reading the Rugged Riders Series a pleasant read. If you haven't read any of the series, start today. And if you have, pick up your copy of Book 3 of this awesome series.
March 19, 2016
Karlina has relocated to Atlanta to start a life away from her pastor father. Because she is struggling to make ends meet she takes a job that she doesn't really agree with. Through this job she meets Sean, the former professional race car driver, turned business man. Both Sean and Karlina have serious trust issues. I enjoyed the development of the story, the twist the two main characters go through before they solidify their relationship and how the secondary characters, the other Rugged Riders and friends, round out this story. I also enjoyed the bonus free read of book 1 in the series at the end of this book.
I received an ARC copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.
I received an ARC copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.
April 5, 2016
Really?
How old is this female character suppose to be? I found herr to very immature. Going from one serious relationship to another in a matter of weeks. She breaks up with the lead male character that she was so strongly attracted to in the beginning over a childish misunderstanding. Please ease give more depth and maturity to your future characters.
I personally felt no emotional connection between the two characters only physical. But this church going preacher kid had no problem getting physical with another character. Disappointed!!
How old is this female character suppose to be? I found herr to very immature. Going from one serious relationship to another in a matter of weeks. She breaks up with the lead male character that she was so strongly attracted to in the beginning over a childish misunderstanding. Please ease give more depth and maturity to your future characters.
I personally felt no emotional connection between the two characters only physical. But this church going preacher kid had no problem getting physical with another character. Disappointed!!
April 1, 2016
This is not your typical romance story by any means, a bad boy and a preachers daughter find a way to heal a shattered heart and learn to trust again.
I received an advanced copy of this book for an honest review. I liked how the author wrote the characters in this story and gave the story line heart.
I received an advanced copy of this book for an honest review. I liked how the author wrote the characters in this story and gave the story line heart.
March 19, 2016
I received this ARC in exchange for an honest review.
It was a good story and well written. I did not feel this was Sean's story, it was Karline's story. I didn't really get to know Sean. I look forward to the next story in this great series.
It was a good story and well written. I did not feel this was Sean's story, it was Karline's story. I didn't really get to know Sean. I look forward to the next story in this great series.
April 12, 2016
Great Read!
I enjoyed reading Seduced by Sin. Sean is the true alpha male, he knows what he wants and he goes after it. Karlina didn't know what she had gotten herself into when she met Sean. He was everything she didn't know she wanted. I definitely recommend this book.
I enjoyed reading Seduced by Sin. Sean is the true alpha male, he knows what he wants and he goes after it. Karlina didn't know what she had gotten herself into when she met Sean. He was everything she didn't know she wanted. I definitely recommend this book.
March 24, 2016
An engaging, steamy, erotic hea!
September 24, 2016
I enjoyed it. i
I enjoyed it. It was just to short.
I enjoyed it. It was just to short.
May 10, 2016
Definitely entertaining!
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