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The Sinful King: An Enemies-to-Lovers Romance (Sexy Royals Book 1) Kindle Edition

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From New York Times Bestselling Author, Claire Contreras, comes a new, sexy, 100% stand-alone novel . . .

5 years ago, I attended a mascarade party and lost my virginity to the man who would one day become king...

If you had any ties to Marbella, it was impossible for you not to have heard the stories about Prince Elias and his debauchery. Every summer he arrived with his security detail and friends in tow and rented out a row of cottages near the water.
Cottages that belonged to my family.
Each of those summers, my parents sent me away – to summer camp and later, boarding school. Anything to keep me away from the royals and their partying.
I hadn’t been home in years, but when I finally come back for the summer, I see that not much has changed.
Like all the summers I’d been gone, Prince Elias is back, but this time with an incognito security detail and no friends.
This time, there is no partying, no noise, and no crowds.
No reason at all to even think he was there.
I’m given strict orders not to talk to him, not to even look in his direction, but he makes this an impossible task.
I may be doing everything in my power to stay away from him, but there is no one in the world who can say no to the future King of France.

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HE'S THE KING
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"Royal romance at its best, and one of my new faves from the talented Claire Contreras." - Ella James, USAT Bestselling Author "This book is a dream come true for all lovers of modern royalty!" - Little Steamy Reads "The Sinful King is epic royal romance, every single little girl's fantasy come true with the adult steam romance readers love." - Musings of the Modern Belle"I devoured this story, staying up past my bedtime...and don't tell the boss reading at work." -Goodreads Reviewer"The Sinful King is one of the best royal romances I've read recently! It was the perfect stand-alone romance and I devoured it." - Book Babes Unite"The Sinful King is lush and the romance is simmering and while Cinderella might have stumbled in her story, Claire exceeds every royal romance expectation with this contemporary release." - Ashlee, Goodreads Reviewer"With the perfect amount of tension, sweet moments, angst and sinfully hot scenes Claire made me unable to stop reading this book even for a second!" - Little Steamy Reads"Royal romance fans, ASSEMBLE! Claire Contreras delivers an angsty, frothy, French romance that makes you sigh and swoon." Vox Libris

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Claire doesn’t like to talk about herself. Because of this, she asked a friend of hers to write her bio. This is what she got:

Claire is caring, smart, witty, and funny as heck. Despite being a New York Times Best Selling Author of a popular contemporary romance series, Claire doesn’t read many romance novels. However, when she sits down to write, those are the ones that pour from her fingers. Much to her displeasure, we like to say she’s a romantic at heart.

She is a breast cancer survivor who lives in Miami with her good looking husband, two adorable boys, three bulldogs, and two stray cats that she refuses to admit are hers (even though they live on her porch and she continues to feed them). When she’s not writing, she’s always lost in a book (the more suspenseful, the better).

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B084X7QBJ5
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ The Wicked Pen (March 5, 2020)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ March 5, 2020
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1964 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 284 pages
  • Page numbers source ISBN ‏ : ‎ 1733041184
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Claire Contreras is Dominican-born, Miami-raised New York Times Bestselling Author.

She writes stories featuring strong heroines and obsessed heroes who will burn down the world for them. Her literary works span from romantic suspense to contemporary romance and have been translated into over nineteen languages.

She's a breast cancer survivor and currently resides in Charlotte, NC, with her husband, two teenage sons, and her French Bulldog (aka her favorite child).

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Customers enjoyed the story and found it entertaining. They described the romance as cute, heartwarming, and flirty. The characters were likable with great chemistry between them. The book was well-written and easy to read, with an effortless flow of prose that painted vivid pictures of settings. Readers felt the angst level was realistic and not overdone. While some found the steamy content satisfying, others felt it was too much.

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Customers enjoyed the story. They found it entertaining and fun, with a nice plot and likable characters. The romance was believable without overpowering the story.

"...Prince Elias was the ultimate, swoon-worthy, fiercely protective, literal prince of a man!..." Read more

"...Adeline and Prince Elias definitely had an interesting first encounter, memorable even. As most royals do thry have duty and all that...." Read more

"...Perfect amount of spice in my opinion with a good plot and a lot of likable characters." Read more

"...Like there were some continuity issues. But the book was good. It wasn’t great for 4 or 5 stars but it was close...." Read more

38 customers mention "Romance"38 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the book's romance. They find it heartwarming, with a good balance of romance and drama. The story is described as fun, flirty, and breathtaking. Readers mention that the book gives them Prince Harry and Megan vibes.

"...Elias was the ultimate, swoon-worthy, fiercely protective, literal prince of a man!..." Read more

"...The Sinful King turned out to be thoughtful and realistic in the challenges they face. I appreciated the dialogue too between Adeline and Elias...." Read more

"...She likes helping people. She’s fairly realistic and accepts hard knocks. The male protagonist cares about and respects females...." Read more

"...the essence of royalty but also making it modern and relatable today's society. I can't wait for the other books to release." Read more

21 customers mention "Likable characters"17 positive4 negative

Customers enjoy the likable characters. They find the book engaging with a strong heroine and protective hero. The chemistry between the characters is described as hot.

"...Prince Elias was the ultimate, swoon-worthy, fiercely protective, literal prince of a man!..." Read more

"...Perfect amount of spice in my opinion with a good plot and a lot of likable characters." Read more

"...She likes helping people. She’s fairly realistic and accepts hard knocks. The male protagonist cares about and respects females...." Read more

"...This was very entertaining read and a great introduction to all the characters that we will see in forthcoming books...." Read more

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Customers find the book easy to read with a flowing prose that paints vivid pictures of settings. They describe it as a quick, cute read with likable characters. The author's storytelling talent makes every word count and leaves an indelible mark on them.

"...It was pretty easy to read, it had angst, heart ache, swoon and steamy." Read more

"Read it in 1 day. Things progressed at a believable pace, thoroughly enjoyed it...." Read more

"...I could read this over and over again! It was such a quick read {for me at least}. I can’t wait to counting this series!" Read more

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Customers find the book a heartwarming and heartbreaking story. They appreciate the well-written emotional scenes that make their hearts flutter. The book has a dreamy feel with passion and connection.

"...It was pretty easy to read, it had angst, heart ache, swoon and steamy." Read more

"...I was not expecting that at all and it might be one of the most emotional books I’ve read by Claire, well maybe after the Hearts series...." Read more

"...effortlessly, painting vivid pictures of the settings and evoking a myriad of emotions...." Read more

"...I haven’t read other reviews, but to me, there was just enough angst to make it a good story without weighing it down too much...." Read more

4 customers mention "Steamy content"4 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the book's steamy content. They find some parts satisfyingly steamy, but not the entire story.

"...But there was also swoony and steamy moments. You wonder through all that how will they make it work things were so against them...." Read more

"...While the book has some satisfyingly steamy parts, the entire story wasn't devoted to Adeline and Elias's time in the bedroom...." Read more

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"...It’s magical, steamy, heartbreaking, and beautifully breathtaking. Read this book. Just do it. It’s worth everything and it is everything!" Read more

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Customers have differing views on the pacing of the book. Some find it well-paced and quick, with vivid settings and descriptions. Others feel the story progresses slowly and then abruptly moves too fast.

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"...The pacing is quick and makes the complications seem too easily overcome...." Read more

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(Includes Spoilers. Stop now) DEAR SWEET BABY JESUS😩 First of all, thank you Claire so much for sending me an ARC of this book because my FOMO was flaring up when I saw others reading it early😂Y’all, I have no words! I loved this book so freaking much! SO FREAKING MUCH! I cried like I baby & I laughed like a crazy person & I fell in love so hard! Claire, thank you for sharing your talent with us. I love all of your words♥️(Spoilers) Favorite Lines:“I love you. I’m in love with you. There is no after you.”“Even in a room full of people, I can’t seem to take my mind off you.”“I could never forget you, Adeline.”I was in no state to fall in love with a prince, let alone one who would be king.I couldn’t seem to get a grip and control everything that was happening inside of my body. I felt like I was floating, the butterflies in my stomach lifting me in weightless abandon. Elias groaned against my mouth, his chest heaving against mine as we both came up for air for just a moment, gazing at each other through hazy eyes before our mouths met again, wilder this time.I won’t allow myself to fall in love with a man who’s destined to marry another woman.”As it turns out, finding happiness is an uphill battle.I reached up, wrapping my arms around his neck and pressed my lips to his, this time knowing I wouldn’t stop. I couldn’t. I was too deep into this and even though it was one night and I knew deep down it would kill me when it was over, I needed to feel his lips, his hands, all of him move against me.King Elias bowed to me, and loud enough for everyone to hear, he said, “Vive la reine.”“Long live the King,” I replied just as his lips met mine and he kissed me for all of the world to see.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on April 23, 2020
    “When was the last time you went on a date?” he asked suddenly.⠀
    “It’s been a while.” I caught myself quickly. “Pierre aside, I mean. That was a real date until you interrupted us.”⠀
    “Did that one end with a kiss?”⠀
    “No.”⠀
    “Then it wasn’t a real date.”⠀
    “Says the man who’s only gone on five and they’ve all been for pretenses.”⠀
    “Says the man who’s going to take you on one and make sure it’s real.”⠀
    “Oh.”⠀

    A man destined to be King, a commoner who keeps crossing his path and how one date can end up changing the course of history ⠀

    So, anyone who knows me or reads my reviews knows I’m a ridiculously ginormous fan of Claire Contreras and her writing. That being said, this book started off a teeeny bit slower than usual and I thought HA! I finally found a Claire Contreras book that will be good, but maybe not my favorite! WRONG! So, so, sooo very wrong! 🤦🏼‍♀️ Public Apology - @clairecontreras I’m sorry I EVER doubted you! Pink promise, scouts honor, bible...it’ll never happen again!!!😘⠀

    With all that aside...this book was EVERYTHING! Prince Elias was the ultimate, swoon-worthy, fiercely protective, literal prince of a man! His willingness to throw caution and tradition to the wind in the name of love was freaking perfection!⠀

    Adeline was a great female lead. She had her share of things to deal with in life yet she was no doormat. She spoke her mind and didn’t go easy on Elias, prince or no prince! In return, I think it only added to why they loved and respected each other so much!⠀

    Royal romances are a favorite of mine, but a good one is crazy hard to come by! The whole “fairytale” aspect can get so muddled and cheesy, when you find a good one you’ve gotta enjoy it while you can. This is not just good, it’s amazing!
  • Reviewed in the United States on March 6, 2020
    4.25 stars

    I absolutely had no idea going in to this what to except the blurb and the title had hints. I feel like most royal themed stories have this dreamy feel. I really like that it was straight forward a past and then we get down to when they meet again. Adeline and Prince Elias definitely had an interesting first encounter, memorable even. As most royals do thry have duty and all that. Ellias has his share of reputation too. Meeting again they didn't quite see eye to eye. While it's rare one would be next door neighbors to royalty, Adeline can hold her own. She's a successful part planner her family isn't in the aame league but has their own thing.

    What I find most intriguing is that Adeline's father isn't a fan of the monarchy. Elias as much of his duty and responsibilities isn't as well he has plans when he becomes king. This had a very forbidden affair with Elias and Adeline. It ramped up the angst. I truly felt their connection and it was sad watching thrm go through all that. But there was also swoony and steamy moments. You wonder through all that how will they make it work things were so against them. Also because Elias is soon to be king. Adeline's friends were supportive but also realists I'd say.

    The Sinful King turned out to be thoughtful and realistic in the challenges they face. I appreciated the dialogue too between Adeline and Elias. She made good points to think of. I like the whole we aren't who are parents are aspect. It wasn't easy how they got to together but I rooted for them. It's good too breaks in tradition and it got lighter as it went on. Claire Contreras has a good royal storyline with her own twist and flavor to it. It was pretty easy to read, it had angst, heart ache, swoon and steamy.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on June 20, 2024
    Read it in 1 day. Things progressed at a believable pace, thoroughly enjoyed it. I don’t feel like this was a traditional enemies to lovers story though. More like they had some confusion between them that was pretty quickly resolved. Perfect amount of spice in my opinion with a good plot and a lot of likable characters.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on April 12, 2023
    This book was pretty good. The set up was a tiny bit werid but good. The second half/ towards the end was a little weird as it seem to be a little bit of filler and like it could have ended sooner. But I loved it. I wouldn’t call this enemies to lovers at all. If so at like the very lowest level. Like they weren’t enemies at all like idk why it is labeled as so. Some things were defended confusing and didn’t make sense. Like there were some continuity issues. But the book was good. It wasn’t great for 4 or 5 stars but it was close. There were some plot points that were dumb and held it back from being great. But the couple was cute and I absolutely loved the ending. I’m not sure if I will read the others but maybe. Would love to read another royals plot with a king tho. I would recommend. Again so close to a 4. 3.5/5
  • Reviewed in the United States on October 7, 2020
    The Sinful King has been on my TBR for what seems like forever. I’ve been meaning to read it since it first released, but life happens and I kept pushing it aside. I actually read the novella first, which is Pillar’s story and I wanted to finally read the stories of her brothers, Elias and Aramis.

    In The Sinful King, we have Elias’ story, the future king, his path is set. And one night with Adeline changes all of that. A woman he can’t really have or have a future with. But there’s something more between them, it’s undeniable, so how will they make it work?

    From the royal romances that I’ve read, I’ve generally loved every single one of them. But this one really gives it all on the emotions. I was not expecting that at all and it might be one of the most emotional books I’ve read by Claire, well maybe after the Hearts series.

    EVERYTHING between Maribella and Elias was there, the connection was so strong, but how would they get their happily ever after?! Gosh, it drove me nuts that they were always so close, but just not able to get what they both wanted. Elias is bound to his country, tradition and responsibilities. I loved that Adeline constantly challenged him, she knew the stakes, but she still fell so deeply for him. Not matter what anyone told her.

    Gahhhh, I loved this story so much and now I’m going to re-read with the audiobook! I can’t wait until we get Aramis’ story.
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  • Kindle-Kunde
    4.0 out of 5 stars Es war gut
    Reviewed in Germany on November 12, 2024
    Etwas zu kurz. Man hätte es etwas ausbauen können, aber es war gute Unterhaltung und herzerwärmend. Ich kann es nur empfehlen. Es hat Spaß gemacht.
  • lucy jones
    5.0 out of 5 stars good
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 29, 2024
    Really good. Love how the tension builds and plot ever changing. Very cute relationship they have going on x x
  • Shreya
    5.0 out of 5 stars LOVED THIS BOOK👑💞
    Reviewed in India on June 18, 2023
    This is my first time reading a book of such genre n i must say i freaking loved it😻😻😻i can't express how happy I'm rn
  • Roberta Linfield
    5.0 out of 5 stars Loved this book
    Reviewed in Canada on March 10, 2020
    Well written. Easy, enjoyable book. Loved the characters. They were interesting and believable. Now I’m going to read the next book in this series.
  • Pamela Deveze
    5.0 out of 5 stars A very lovely and romantic story
    Reviewed in Mexico on March 10, 2020
    I read this story in two nights, it is so easy and so lovely to read. I highly recommend it if you are looking for something to boost your mood and give you all romantic vibes.

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