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Abel's Obsession
A young man of religious fervor and self-control, Abel Beiler has every intention of honoring his parents and being baptized into the Amish church. The woman with red curls and flashing green eyes in the back of a convertible, however, makes Abel wonder what life with the English might be like.
He strives to withstand temptation, but the memory of the woman he yearns to dominate, coupled with the explicit images in his cousin’s filthy magazine, threatens his restraint.
Red, his sinful obsession, haunts his shameful dreams and becomes a secret part of his life. When faced with truth beyond faith, Abel must decide where he belongs—with the Amish community, or the woman who owns his heart.
He strives to withstand temptation, but the memory of the woman he yearns to dominate, coupled with the explicit images in his cousin’s filthy magazine, threatens his restraint.
Red, his sinful obsession, haunts his shameful dreams and becomes a secret part of his life. When faced with truth beyond faith, Abel must decide where he belongs—with the Amish community, or the woman who owns his heart.
136 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 30, 2017
41 people want to read
About the author
Lynn Burke
100 books406 followersSpicy romance author Lynn Burke believes everyone deserves healing and a happily ever after. She loves writing hot, inclusive stories of various pairings or triplings and creates characters who will steal your heart.
She is a USA Today Bestselling author, a wrangler of her three spawn, and a farmer's daughter who grows organic food. To escape reality, she hides in a quiet corner with her nose in a book.
She is a USA Today Bestselling author, a wrangler of her three spawn, and a farmer's daughter who grows organic food. To escape reality, she hides in a quiet corner with her nose in a book.
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September 9, 2017
I’m going to start this by saying that I’m a big fan of Lynn Burke’s books, but I did have a bit of trouble with this one. Abel is Amish. This book starts out when he’s 16 years-old, and we go through the events in his early life that bring him up to the age of 22, including his first sighting of our heroine, Dani.
I had a difficult time staying engaged at the beginning parts of this book. Maybe it’s because of the subject matter, I just can’t get into finding Amish men sexy, and that’s my preference. But Lynn is an incredible writer and can make pretty much any subject hot. That being said, the affair between Dani and Abel was enjoyable. However, I just didn’t find Abel particularly hot. Lynn does get high marks for her storytelling, research, and attention to detail. Lynn is an absolutely fabulous author!.
I had a difficult time staying engaged at the beginning parts of this book. Maybe it’s because of the subject matter, I just can’t get into finding Amish men sexy, and that’s my preference. But Lynn is an incredible writer and can make pretty much any subject hot. That being said, the affair between Dani and Abel was enjoyable. However, I just didn’t find Abel particularly hot. Lynn does get high marks for her storytelling, research, and attention to detail. Lynn is an absolutely fabulous author!.
November 16, 2017
I was intrigued by the premise of this story and was not disappointed!! Abel is a most convincing character, a confused young man full of desires on one hand, and a strong and faithful member of the Amish community on the other. He's so well portrayed, my heart bled for him when tragedy hit and he had to make a major decision. And his experiencing sensual and sexual interaction with another person for the first time is exceptionally well written. I will definitely read more by Lynn Burke!!
September 18, 2017
Let me just say when I first found out about this book, I was intrigued. When I sat down to read it, I was pulled into Abel's word and his struggle. With an original storyline, complex and interesting characters, and smoking hot scenes, I wasn't disappointed. This story is well-written, well thought out, and well researched. Great job, Lynn!
April 28, 2020
Amount of sex 3.5 / 5
How explicit 4 / 5
Story 5 / 5
Overall: 5 / 5
Abel’s Obsession is a standalone story that is thought-provoking as well as panty-melting! The storyline is captivating, unique, and incredibly hot! I plunged into Abel’s world and thoroughly loved it! I did have a little difficulty with understanding some of the Amish expressions but was able to figure it out with little trouble.
In this story, Abel is a very likable character, and I could understand his trust in his communities traditions. It was all he knew. Abel also saw how everyone treated his cousin, who left the community during his Rumspringa. So, when Abel saw Red for the first time, he felt guilty about the feelings he had for her.
Deliciously steamy! Don’t forget an extra pair of panties for this one!
One of my favorites for 2017!
Voluntarily Reviewed a Gifted Copy
How explicit 4 / 5
Story 5 / 5
Overall: 5 / 5
Abel’s Obsession is a standalone story that is thought-provoking as well as panty-melting! The storyline is captivating, unique, and incredibly hot! I plunged into Abel’s world and thoroughly loved it! I did have a little difficulty with understanding some of the Amish expressions but was able to figure it out with little trouble.
In this story, Abel is a very likable character, and I could understand his trust in his communities traditions. It was all he knew. Abel also saw how everyone treated his cousin, who left the community during his Rumspringa. So, when Abel saw Red for the first time, he felt guilty about the feelings he had for her.
Deliciously steamy! Don’t forget an extra pair of panties for this one!
One of my favorites for 2017!
Voluntarily Reviewed a Gifted Copy
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