Saint or Sinner

Savage Kings Crime Family: California #2

by Jade Royal

Book 2 in The Savage Kings Series

Saint:
My mission was to find my nephew and bring him home safely. I'd gotten a promising lead that sent me into an ambush, a setup. Thank god I had backup. Getting out there and to a doctor was a blessing. I never said she was in a hospital. Stuck, I have to get better to finish the job. Will the doc kick me out or will she have mercy on my soul?

Kimora:
Bombarded in my home by my friend, a bleeding man, and a gun in my face doesn't make me feel hospitable at all. Sworn to save lives, letting him die would go against my oath. I don't want to know what he's involved in. Too much information would put me in harm's way. After he's better, he's got to go. He can keep his sins to himself because I have my own soul to save.

170 pages, Kindle Edition

Published January 27, 2022

About the author

When the voices begin to speak, Jade Royal sits down in her lab to write the tale. The story unfolds with each keystroke as she listens to her instincts bring the words to life. For as long as she can remember, Jade has always expressed her creative nature artistically, especially by writing. She refers to herself as “Slave to the Pen” because it’s difficult for her to resist the call to write.

Jade resides in Cincinnati, Ohio where she was born and raised. She has many siblings and is very family oriented. She spends Sunday evenings eating dinner with them keeping the bond between family nice and strong.
Jade Royal is the author of the series Limits of Love. The series focuses on love, romance, and the eroticism of the two combined. The first book was released in December of 2016.

As an author, Jade hopes to pull in her readers to experience a community of stories that they can relate to on various levels. The emotional roller coaster that is bestowed will hopefully make her readers stalk her words and provide literate entertainment.

For more information on Jade Royal, follow her on her website and social media avenues.

Reviews

[Brenda Moser · Rating 5 out of 5]

Book two in the series brings Saint and Kimora's story. The author brings strong characters and does a great job developing the story. She paints her scenes perfectly and delivers a page turner that captured and held me from start to finish. Loved it!!

I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book. All opinions in this review are my own and freely given.

[Linda Rea · Rating 4 out of 5]

When Saint gets shot he can’t go to the hospital so his friends take him to Tamara who is a nurse practitioner but he is so bad Tamara suggested her doctor friend. When Tamara and these big guys carry in an even bigger guy Kimora tries to get rid of them when one threatens to shoot her. So Kimora does her best and Saint lives but she finds herself very attracted to him and is afraid of the life he leads but could they possibly have a relationship? You will have to read to find out

[Jill Haworth · Rating 5 out of 5]

At the end of book one, Paula had arranged to sell Jnr, Dominic’s baby boy to Rafik and Yohan using the nanny to kidnap him from the house.
Saint and some of the brothers are trying desperately to locate the baby when Saint takes a bullet to the shoulder. His usual medical go to Tamera tells them she’s not able to perform the necessary surgery so she takes them to Kimora, who isn’t happy but reluctantly agrees to help.
Left on their own while Saint recovers, he and Kimora start to develop feelings for each other which they decide to take further. But eventually Saint is going to have to return to the hunt. But will he return to Kimora….
A thoroughly entertaining read with believable characters and an enjoyable plot. Although it works as a standalone its much better to begin with book one in the series. Loved it.

[Ida Jolley · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow I really enjoyed reading book 2 of the Savage series. Saint is injured and brought to Kimora, not knowing what to do besides healing him. She made sure he was getting all the attention and care that she could provide. She was also trying to keep her heart from breaking when he would eventually leave her. But Saint was feeling things too, just didn’t want to think about it until he could find his nephew. Then all things would fall into place.
The story was about these two who had come together and fell in love. There was twists and turns, passion, love, and sexual situations. This story is a page turner and I couldn’t put it down. I can’t wait to start book 3. I do love this series. ❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥

[Donna Smith · Rating 4 out of 5]

This Mafia story was intriguing. I read this one without reading any of the previous books on the series and enjoyed it. Saint is the muscle in the Savage Kings group. He gets a life threatening injury while trying to save his nephew that's been kidnapped and taken to Kimora by a mutual friend. Kimora is awesome . She has had some events in her life that have made her weary and she is taking time to reflect. That is until Saint is forced into her life. Saint is a big presence. He knows what he wants and takes it. Although he senses Kimora isn't ready for all that he has to give. Although this centers mostly around Saint's recovery and them getting to know one another, the Mafia isn't far from their minds. Saint's nephew is still missing after all.

[Candy76 · Rating 4 out of 5]

Wow, couldn't put it down! Kimora and Saint are wonderful characters that are both flawed but can they make a go of it?
Saint is a sinner that upholds a justice for his family. He is shot while trying to find his nephew. Kimora is the doctor that saves him without knowing the conditions he arrived at her door. During his recovery a bond is formed but will it last? Jade is a great author and she brings the story to life that you'll not put it down. This is part of a series can be read alone but better if in order since the past characters will show up. It's good to have the back story.
A must read!

[S · Rating 3 out of 5]

Kimora and Saint are likeable enough characters, that came with their share of baggage. There was a slow burn that picked up pace rather quickly once these two decided to go for it. There were some sweet moments and a few steamy moments.

Where I had some issues was with the story itself, there are some major plot holes that made no sense. Like the nephew and how his kidnapping came about. All of the subsequent pieces of the plot just didn’t fit together. Timeline issues, parental issues, a whole lot of issues at least for me to rate this story higher than a three star rating.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[S. Reid]

I liked the chemistry between SAINT & KIMORA even though it was clear that they had very little in common. Their chemistry & NEED for each other for the restoration of their hearts is what make readers support them as a couple, despite their longing for one another in the physical sense being rushed in the telling of a story.
I'm not for people getting sexually involved simply because they're attracted to one another IF THEY BARELY KNOW ANYTHING ABOUT THE OTHER.
That being said, I actually liked the story of SAINT & KIMORA & really LOVED the IDEA OF SAVAGE KINGS CRIME FAMILY, which is why I'd supported the series!

[Carolyn Spence · Rating 5 out of 5]

Enjoyed this relatively short read. Action from page one, and it didn't stop. Saint needs medical attention immediately and he's taken to a doctor's home. She's not expecting anything like this to ever happen to her, but she steps up and then a whirlwind attraction happens that really shouldn't. It took a strong person to put out there how they felt, and then a strong person to admit that they also needed that as well. A tattered heart, I loved that description. "My angel."

I voluntarily reviewed this book.

[Shifty Bugger · Rating 5 out of 5]

I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.

Another amazing book by author Jade Royal. The story had so much going on, there was action, danger, violence, suspense, enemies, survival, twist and turns, pain, kidnapping, frustration, manipulation, family, trauma, stubbornness, conflict, struggles!!, tribulations, healing, determination, lust, passion and maybe love. This book was definitely a page turner for me. .
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[Leanne Bryson · Rating 4 out of 5]

Although the second book in a seven book series, this reads like a standalone and an be enjoyed by itself. Kimora, is a doctor and when a wounded Saint, a member of a mafia family, is brought to her, she attempts to get rid of him and his crew. But one of them threatens to kill her so she does her job and saves Saint's life. As she learns more about Saint, she discovers while he might not be a saint, he is much more complex than she expected. This book has sizzle, steam, action, drama, twists, and tons of action. I enjoyed this read.

[Megan Murphy · Rating 5 out of 5]

I want to be a sinner for Saint…❤️

Wow! This book just jumps right in and grabs you. Love story involving bad boy Saint that ends up making you go awww. Hawt sexy scenes and a plot line that advances quickly will not let you put the book down. Gotta love a sinner that really is a Saint for the people he loves. Warning, there are some editing blips at the beginning, but not for long.

[Tammy Deighan · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was enjoyable, telling the story about Saint and Kimora.A lot of push and pull between these two characters and you find yourself rooting for them throughout the book to get out of their heads and go for it!! Kimora has a tragedy from her past ,that scares her and makes her second guess herself about ever being in a relationship again. Saint is also not wanting to open up when it comes to relationships.

[Nikkia Chante’ · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ok so my last review I had some suspicions about Saint and I am So Relieved that they were not what I thought. This book was just as good as the first one. It gives me hope that my bad boy is still out there just waiting to fall head over heels in love with me. lol But seriously, this group of brother/friends seem like they are going to take me on a journey and I am all here for it. Next up is Turner’s story although I was expecting more of Abigail and Aaron.

[NRE · Rating 5 out of 5]

Saint and Sinner

Saint is loyal and A killer. One day that could have been his last ended up being g a new beginning.
Kimora and Saint found each other in a life or death situation and ended up being a healing balm for each other. The chemistry between the two is off the charts. Looking forward to continuing the series.

[Turningcover · Rating 5 out of 5]

This story was great. I have to go back and read the first in this series. Saint and Kimora were different, but the connection they had was remarkable.

This book was entertaining as a whole. I am looking forward to reading more in this series.

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[Victoria Wyatt · Rating 5 out of 5]

Although Tamera had her feelings for Saint he backed off not being able to give her more.
He and Kimora meet under not so good circumstances that have a connection. She helps him after being shot and they grow close. Good read enjoyed it.

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[Jay L · Rating 5 out of 5]

Second story as good as the first

Second story as good as the first, maybe better! If you liked book one you'll love book 2. Saint and Minors are sweet heat! Really enjoyed it can't wait for book 3!

[LaToya · Rating 5 out of 5]

Jade Royal

Definitely enjoyed this book, so far the series is good. I can’t wait to see what will happen with Hype though, I hope he doesn’t get killed for his choices! Great job Jade

[BusyM3 · Rating 4 out of 5]

An entertaining second book in this series called The Savage Kings. The story will keep you interested all the way through. The characters are likeable and fit well together.

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[Kimberly · Rating 4 out of 5]

The book is a good, and enjoyable dark romantic suspense read. The story has a good story line. The characters are good, and they have good chemistry.

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[Kimberly · Rating 5 out of 5]

Oh my! This book kept getting better and better the more I read it. I didn't want the book to end and I couldn't put it down. I can't wait to see what comes next.

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[Joleen Grace · Rating 4 out of 5]

A chance meeting after a shooting while trying to save his nephew brings Kimora into Saints life. She can’t resist his manliness while nursing him back to health. They play doctor in more ways than one in this steamy read.

[Dawn · Rating 4 out of 5]

What do you do when you are forced into a situation. Well Kimora finds herself in a serious one, she does her job of a Dr. Saint was not ready for relationships before her. He falls and she follows. Great story of overcoming their past struggles and finding love.

[Marsha · Rating 5 out of 5]

Saint or Sinner by Jade Royal is simply an awesome read. Kimora and Saint are intriguing characters that you’ll enjoy getting to know. This book is so well written with action, drama, and stream and it’s truly awesome.

[Jimette J. · Rating 5 out of 5]

Saint!

Love Saint! He is about his business
Kimora healed Saint and he healed her unknowingly
Looking forward to all the brothers’ stories and the action that comes to loving these savage boys!

[Stephanie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow what a ride! There was plenty of suspense and drama to keep this story interesting and I like how our two characters alters had a battle between themselves and among others.

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[Tracy - loves to read · Rating 5 out of 5]

The doctor is in

Kimora was in desperate need of a saint who wasn’t afraid to be a sinner when it counted. Saint was just what she needed. Saint didn’t know he needed the doc for more than literally saving his life, he needed her to restore his heart.
Great read

[Nate · Rating 5 out of 5]

I enjoyed Saint & Kimora’s book. It was an entertaining read. I got a copy of the book. And am voluntarily leaving my review.

[Carolyn · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a good book. Lots of sex, mob violence, a kidnapping, family, and two people meeting under weird circumstances trying to survive what life has thrown at them.