"Three Nights of Sin" by Anne Mallory is a historical romance novel that follows the story of Marietta Winters and Gabriel Noble as they navigate a dark and seedy world in London. When Marietta's brother is accused of a murder, she turns to Gabriel for help, leading them on a suspenseful journey filled with mystery, intrigue, and sexual tension. The writing style is described as fast-paced, with well-developed characters and a plot that keeps readers engaged from beginning to end.

Characters:

The characters are well-developed, with Gabriel portrayed as a complex hero and Marietta depicted as a strong and intelligent heroine, supported by meaningful secondary characters.

Writing/Prose:

The writing style is engaging and immersive, effectively balancing dialogue with rich descriptive passages to enhance emotional depth.

Plot/Storyline:

The plot successfully intertwines romance and mystery, maintaining suspense throughout while exploring dark themes and character development.

Setting:

The setting effectively captures the dark and gritty aspects of London, blending the upper echelons of society with its more sinister elements.

Pacing:

The pacing is mostly fast and engaging, though some sections may feel prolonged, particularly during investigative dialogues.

The brass ring in the lion’s mouth glimmered in the faint light of the gas lamps. Fierce yellow eyes surveyed her from above the loop, questioning her nerve. Marietta Winters curled trembling fingers ...

Notes:

The main characters, Gabriel and Marietta, are well-developed and relatable.

The romance in the story is intense, described as combustible.

It combines romance with a strong mystery element that keeps readers guessing.

Gabriel has a dark and troubled past but grows as a character throughout the story.

Marietta challenges societal expectations and learns to trust Gabriel despite his mysterious nature.

The book features a significant and gripping backstory that adds depth to the plot.

Readers appreciate the balance between character development and plot over explicit content.

The chemistry between Marietta and Gabriel builds gradually, enhancing the realistic feel of their relationship.

The narrative includes elements of suspense reminiscent of detective stories, similar to Sherlock Holmes.

Some readers found the book to be a refreshing change from typical romance tropes.

It engages readers looking for something more grounded and realistic in a historical context.

Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings

Content warnings include themes of violence and sexual assault, which are treated with care within the narrative.

Has Romance?

The romance is a significant part of the story, deeply intertwined with the plot and character development.

explicit steam level

From The Publisher:

Three nights of danger . . .

When her brother was arrested for murder, the ton shut its doors to Marietta Winters. No one would help her save him from the gallows-no one but Gabriel Noble. In exchange for taking the case, Gabriel requests three favors from the desperate young beauty, and Marietta has no other choice but to make a deal with the sinfully handsome devil.

Three nights of pleasure . . .

Searching for clues in the rough underbelly of London, Marietta must masquerade as a shamelessly wanton wench-much to Gabriel's delight. But Marietta swears to herself that her passionate moans are just for show. She could never fall in love with such a maddening, arrogant, seductive stranger . . . could she?

Three nights of sin . . .

Night after night, she satisfies his wicked cravings. But soon Gabriel wants more from Marietta than just three nights of sin-and even a sordid secret in his past won't prevent him from trying to possess her forever.

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About the Author:

Anne Mallory is a lifelong romance reader who soldher first novel to Avon Books after becoming a finalistin RWA's Golden Heart contest. In Total Surrender isher eleventh book. A native Michigander, Anne currentlylives in the San Francisco Bay Area.

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Three Nights of Sin

Anne Mallory