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Crossing the Line: A Sinner and Saint Novel, Book 1 Audible Audiobook – Unabridged

4.5 out of 5 stars 10,193 ratings

“What I feel for you? It’s not healthy. It’s an obsession.”

From the author of the number one Amazon best-seller Pretend You’re Mine, Lucy Score once again delivers an unforgettable, suspenseful love story with the first novel in the Sinner and Saint duet.

Rule-bound Xavier Saint has seen it all, from the battlefield to the behind-the-scenes business of protecting Hollywood’s elite. His private security firm is the best in the country, but he’s sick of protecting vapid starlets from themselves. Which is exactly what he thinks he’s getting into with Waverly Sinner, a second-screen goddess. But she’s not just another celebrity on self-destruct.

Waverly Sinner has everything she never wanted. Parts she doesn’t want to play, dangerously manipulative parents, and a public life devoid of any kind of privacy. She hides the panic attacks and the pain behind a movie-star smile and plots her escape from the life she never chose. Until the sinfully sexy Xavier shows up to slam the door shut on her own private prison. While sparks fly and their battle of wills heats up, a new threat materializes. Someone has been watching her, worshiping her, for years, and he’s about to make his very public, very deadly move. Can Xavier stand between her and danger, or will his feelings for Waverly dull his instincts and endanger them both?

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  1. Listening Length
    11 hours and 13 minutes
  2. Author
    Lucy Score
  3. Narrator
    Sophie Daniels
  4. Audible release date
    December 22, 2021
  5. Language
    English
  6. Publisher
    That's What She Said Publishing, Inc.
  7. ASIN
    B09P1VKJC7
  8. Version
    Unabridged
  9. Program Type
    Audiobook
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Listening Length 11 hours and 13 minutes
Author Lucy Score
Narrator Sophie Daniels
Whispersync for Voice Ready
Audible.com Release Date December 22, 2021
Publisher That's What She Said Publishing, Inc.
Program Type Audiobook
Version Unabridged
Language English
ASIN B09P1VKJC7
Best Sellers Rank #20,622 in Audible Books & Originals (See Top 100 in Audible Books & Originals)
#321 in Romantic Suspense (Books)
#889 in Romantic Suspense (Audible Books & Originals)
#1,168 in Contemporary Romance (Books)

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Customers find this book to be a must-read with a captivating romantic suspense plot and well-developed characters. Moreover, the writing style receives praise, with one customer noting how the author beautifully portrays real issues. Additionally, the pacing is fast-moving and believable, while customers appreciate the emotional depth, with one review mentioning feeling the characters' pain and love. The book is humorous, with customers noting they chuckle while reading, and features steamy content that customers describe as seriously hot.

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121 customers mention "Story quality"106 positive15 negative

Customers find the book's story captivating and suspenseful, describing it as a great romantic suspense novel.

"...I delight in her zany romance books and enjoy the giggles her words evoke,,,,but this steamy thriller kept me turning pages late into the night..." Read more

"Great story, as always Lucy delivers smart sassy women and swoon worthy men. Definitely deserves a read and your time" Read more

"...They are well fleshed out & the story zips along. Hard to put down." Read more

"...It's the first half of a duet and contains a complete story, although there are parts that remain unresolved until book two...." Read more

115 customers mention "Readability"109 positive6 negative

Customers find the book highly readable and enjoyable, describing it as phenomenal and a must-read in the series.

"Great story, as always Lucy delivers smart sassy women and swoon worthy men. Definitely deserves a read and your time" Read more

"Easy, enjoyable read;however, I wish it had a more defined ending to the overall story, now I must read the sequel!!!..." Read more

"...What a great love store to keep you entertained!" Read more

"...I absolutely loved this story! Both lead characters were very likeable and relatable...." Read more

50 customers mention "Character development"46 positive4 negative

Customers appreciate the well-developed characters in the book, with one customer noting how they jump off the page.

"Well written! I enjoyed the personality given to all the characters in this novel. They are well fleshed out & the story zips along...." Read more

"...names for the main characters was a bit “too cute,” both characters were well developed and likable. The plot moved along at a brisk pace...." Read more

"...All in all, a well written book. The character development was realistic to the point I wanted to strangle some of them for being so obtuse...." Read more

"...Too much left undone, ended too quick. I liked the characters and the story was good." Read more

26 customers mention "Writing style"26 positive0 negative

Customers praise the writing style of the book, with one customer noting its beautiful portrayal of real issues and another highlighting its wonderful descriptions.

"Well written! I enjoyed the personality given to all the characters in this novel. They are well fleshed out & the story zips along...." Read more

"...I love her style of writing and have loved and devoured all of her books...." Read more

"...Both lead characters were very likeable and relatable. Waverly was smart, beautiful and down-to-earth with a desire for a normal life...." Read more

"...All in all, a well written book. The character development was realistic to the point I wanted to strangle some of them for being so obtuse...." Read more

17 customers mention "Pacing"14 positive3 negative

Customers enjoy the book's pacing, describing it as fast-moving and believable, with one customer noting it was a quick read.

"...They are well fleshed out & the story zips along. Hard to put down." Read more

"Not giving anything away, but this is another good one. Keeping it REAL but with a twist is all I will say." Read more

"...I liked the pace of the story, to me nothing felt to rushed or like it was dragging...." Read more

"Great story, loved all of the characters. The story was fast paced and exciting, definitely keeps the readers attention...." Read more

15 customers mention "Emotion level"12 positive3 negative

Customers appreciate the emotional depth of the book, with several mentioning being almost moved to tears, and one customer noting how palpable the feelings are throughout the story.

"Very intense story, some sad, some good and to think of a life this girl had, the love of their lives was breathtaking...." Read more

"The book was great, full of suspense and sad in so many instances. I hated the ending and am hoping for a happy ending...." Read more

"...This book is suspenseful, funny, sad, and emotional. It has it all! I would 100% recommend it!! The second book can't be out soon enough!!..." Read more

"...On the other hand, Xavier is supposed to be 27 and he comes across as emotionally immature." Read more

15 customers mention "Humor"15 positive0 negative

Customers find the book humorous and entertaining, describing it as witty and exciting.

"...I delight in her zany romance books and enjoy the giggles her words evoke,,,,but this steamy thriller kept me turning pages late into the night..." Read more

"...It was sexy, suspenseful, witty, romantic, hot and steamy. I was hooked from beginning to end." Read more

"...Creative writing and humor with wit, but it ends in a cliffhanger....which I hate...." Read more

"...It was suspenseful and dramatic but still humorous and lighthearted enough so it didn't feel too heavy...." Read more

14 customers mention "Steamy content"14 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the steamy content of the book, describing it as hot and sizzling, with one customer noting it creates a warm feeling in the tummy.

"...It was sexy, suspenseful, witty, romantic, hot and steamy. I was hooked from beginning to end." Read more

"...Lucy writes such rich characters, fun & steamy rom coms...." Read more

"...has everything I have come to expect from Lucy Score, suspense, hot steamy sex and a great romance...." Read more

"...The journey these 2 take together is emotional and SO SO HOT!!..." Read more

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  • Mountain girl
    5.0 out of 5 stars definite 10!
    Reviewed in the United States on May 16, 2025
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    Wow,,, what a ride this one turned out to be! It takes Lucy Score’s mastery of excellence in wordsmith ingenuity to a whole new level. I delight in her zany romance books and enjoy the giggles her words evoke,,,,but this steamy thriller kept me turning pages late into the night right up the last frustrating sentence that revealed this tale will require another book to be finished! Grrrrrrrr
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  • Musings By Char
    4.0 out of 5 stars Danger, glamor and romance
    Reviewed in the United States on April 7, 2025
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    Great story, as always Lucy delivers smart sassy women and swoon worthy men. Definitely deserves a read and your time
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  • jojo
    5.0 out of 5 stars suspenseful ~ sexy ~ satisfying
    Reviewed in the United States on May 14, 2025
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    Well written! I enjoyed the personality given to all the characters in this novel. They are well fleshed out & the story zips along. Hard to put down.
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  • Michelle Adams
    5.0 out of 5 stars Suspensefully Spicy
    Reviewed in the United States on April 15, 2025
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    Why it took me this long to read this book, I’ll never know.

    Waverly and Xavier are combustible as they navigate their dynamic. Their chemistry just oozed all over.
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  • Mackenzie
    3.0 out of 5 stars Anotha one!
    Reviewed in the United States on April 25, 2024
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    Easy, enjoyable read;however, I wish it had a more defined ending to the overall story, now I must read the sequel!!!

    Also, the way Xavier made the whole tragedy of Waverley’s attack all about him was so cringey to read, what a pathetic response, ew ew ew.
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  • Debbie L. Thune
    5.0 out of 5 stars SINNER & SAINT! You will want to read book 2 - Breaking The Rules - to get the HEA
    Reviewed in the United States on July 18, 2024
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    20 year old actress Waverly Sinner has a stalker. Her parents - also famous and wealthy actors - have hired Invictus Security to keep her safe through a couple of premiers and events touting her upcoming film release.

    Former Army Intelligence Xavier Saint is partners with his friend Micah in Invictus, and he's the one who is assigned to keep an eye on Waverly. He assumes (at first) that she's just another vapid celebrity. But he quickly learns that she has hopes, plans, and dreams of a normal future where she can go to college and live in a house of her own.

    She runs, and he finds her. He denies his attraction, then surrenders to it, and then decides for the both of them that they can't happen. All the while, trying to provoke her stalker into making himself visible, and hoping he can keep her safe.

    I am not always a fan of 2 or 3 part stories with the same main characters, because I'm always jonesing for that happily ever after. But this 2 book series is the exception to my rule. I can't wait to re-read Breaking The Rules, book 2 in the Sinner & Saint duet.
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  • jc
    4.0 out of 5 stars 3.5 stars -I felt a lot of things here
    Reviewed in the United States on May 8, 2022
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    Ok… I want to start off saying I liked the second book of this duet way better than this one -and it saved this story IMO. SPOILERS AHEAD…..

    I loved Waverly. I usually don’t like rich starlet heroines, but Waverly was grounded and selfless along with being witty and funny. The chemistry between her and Xavier was simply amazing and I loved them together. The banter between them (even before they got together) was fantastic and so well done. When they finally have sex, it was emotional and intense—just what I love. But then for the next 100 pages or so, it seemed like nothing happened between them and it really started to annoy me. That part of the book dragged.

    What also bothered me was that Xavier had one foot out the door this entire book. His internal thoughts were always reasons why he and Waverly could never be together—even though he was falling madly in love with her—and you could feel that. So in the end, after he saves her from her stalker (although he blame’s himself), he declares his love for her and that he’s never leaving her. But days later…… he destroys her. Not only does he decide to walk away from her, but he tells her she’s damaged and toxic and she will end up damaging “him”. Welp….. I hated him at this point. Because she is the farthest thing from that. She deserved so much better. And I wanted him to forever suffer for what he said. The books ends here and the next book takes place 5 years later. —I liked that book way better because I needed Xavier to prove himself to Waverly, and I really think he does.
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  • EMReads
    5.0 out of 5 stars Sinner & Saint: Love, Passion and Heartbreak
    Reviewed in the United States on November 28, 2016
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    I discovered Lucy Score by chance last year and have been a fan ever since. I love her style of writing and have loved and devoured all of her books. That being said Crossing the Line still managed to exceed all of my expectations.

    I will start by saying: Holy cliffhanger, but let's not get ahead of ourselves.

    Crossing the Line tells the story of Waverly Sinner, a reluctant movie star, and Xavier Saint, the oh-so-hot bodyguard hired to protect her. Waverly is no ordinary actress, she is Hollywood royalty, born to megastar parents. She never asked for fame and fortune and longs for an ordinary life, yet feels pressured to fulfill her parents expectations. Waverly decides to take command of her life and plans to escape Hollywood and fulfill her own dream of attending university. She is unpleasantly surprised when she learns her parents have hired a personal bodyguard, Xavier Saint, to protect her from a creepy stalker that is becoming more threating by the minute.

    Waverly's plan of escape does not include a personal babysitter, hot as he may be, and is determined to lose him by playing up the spoiled rich girl act. Xavier Saint, however, is no ordinary bodyguard and is not easily scared off. He has dealt with his fair share of entitled rich clients in need of saving and is determined to protect Waverly at all costs. Determined as they both are to gain the upper hand, neither anticipated the undeniable and explosive attraction between them.

    As Waverly's stalker becomes bolder and more threatening, Xavier refuses to allow his growing attraction to get in the way of his professionalism and his commitment to keep Waverly safe. Meanwhile Waverly is fighting her own feelings because due to her personal insecurities stemming from her parents' highly dysfunctional relationship. However, they are fighting a losing battle and soon find themselves giving in to a passionate affair.

    Though they are both obviously in love with one another they are too stubborn to admit it and neither allows themselves to envision a future in which they can be together. With emotions running high and the tension building as the stalker draws closer, it all come to a head when a devastating argument leads to both making terrible choices that result in Waverly being placed in incredible danger. Will Xavier be able to save her and confess his love for her before it's too late? You'll have to read to find out.

    Crossing the Line ends in a bit of cliffhanger; not the actual story being told within this novel (that ends) but as far as Waverly and Xavier are concerned, their story is far from finished. I have full confidence that Lucy Score will mend my broken heart and give me a hell of a read in the process, I simply cannot wait for Breaking the Rules, book two in the Sinner and Saint series.
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  • Ivana
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great book
    Reviewed in Brazil on June 11, 2018
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    It ends with a cliffhanger BUT book 2 is already out, so you read right along.
    Beautiful, thrilling love story.
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  • GV
    5.0 out of 5 stars ohmygod
    Reviewed in India on April 16, 2021
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    THIS BOOK WAS A ROLLERCOASTER!!! Eagerly starting the next one.
    Xavier Saint is a new hot book boyfriend.
    Why haven’t I read this sooner!!!
    Lucy Score’s stories never disappoint. You’re a genius, woman *heart eyes heart eyes heart eyes*
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  • brenda
    5.0 out of 5 stars bodyguard
    Reviewed in Canada on March 20, 2023
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    When Waverly Sinner's new bodyguard Xavier Saint is hired. Sparks fly but at what cost? When a crazy fan wants to do harm. Will Xavier's feelings get in the way of saving Waverly?
    Suspense, and romance must read
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  • Ange
    5.0 out of 5 stars Steamy!
    Reviewed in Australia on July 1, 2024
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    Hot and heavy!
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  • all the books are mine!
    5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic story
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 28, 2016
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    Just when you think you know how an author writes, along comes a book which surprises. This book is utterly fantastic. This is fast paced, suspenseful, engaging and hot, hot, hot. As with other books by Lucy Score, I loved the main female character. Waverley is amazing. She is a young woman with an old soul. She is less a movie star more a girl becoming a woman. She is trying to navigate an independent path through a minefield of obligation and expectation. Into the mix comes her new temporary bodyguard Xavier. He is sexy and intense. He takes his job very seriously but is knocked sideways by his feelings for Waverley. When they get together, phew, scorching. I love them as a couple. Which is why I screamed when I realised this book ends on a cliffhanger! Thankfully I only have to wait a month or I may go crazy with the feelings.

    I also really bought into the suspense element of the story. I was afraid on behalf of Waverley and willing Xavier to neutralise the danger.
    Where we eventually find our heroes remains to be seen. But I trust the author to continue to deliver a fabulous, engaging story. It is less gentle than the Blue moon series by the author. However, as always you wish the women were your friends and the men actually existed. Believe me, this'll be the easiest 1-click purchase you'll make. 😉
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