'The Forbidden Man' by Karina Halle is a romance novel that explores a forbidden relationship between Thalia, a physical therapist, and Alejo, a professional soccer player. Despite the age gap between them, their connection is deep and soulful, leading to a passionate and intense romance that defies the rules. The book is set in Spain, adding to the allure of the story, and the author skillfully builds the relationship between Thalia and Alejo, making it both angsty and romantic.
Halle's writing style in 'The Forbidden Man' is captivating, drawing readers in from the gut-wrenching prologue to the heartwarming epilogue. The characters, especially Alejo, are well-developed and charismatic, making it hard for readers to put the book down. The forbidden nature of the relationship, the emotional depth of the characters, and the immersive storytelling all contribute to a romance that is both intense and unforgettable.
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Content warnings include themes of divorce, emotional struggles, and the complexity of a forbidden romance.
Has Romance?
The romance in The Forbidden Man is a central focus and is described as intense and deeply emotional, highlighting both the physical and emotional connection between the protagonists.
From The Publisher:
A reckless and irresistible soccer star. A forbidden affair that could ruin her career. The locker room has never been this steamy.Starting over was her only option.Forty-years old and still reeling from a public and painful divorce, Thalia Blackwood is looking for a fresh start, somewhere far away from her upside down life. When she's offered a new job as the sports therapist for a football (soccer) team, she jumps at the chance. This is just what she needs to leave the heartbreak and shame of Manchester behind, trading it in for the warmth and hopeful vibrancy of Madrid.He was her only desire.Alejo Albarado is rising up the ranks in his career. As the charming forward for the Real Madrid team, Alejo's life revolves around women, parties, and being a tabloid darling, that is until the new sports therapist joins the team.Their passion could not be ignored.What starts out as a strictly professional relationship between Thalia and the young Spanish player, slowly evolves into something more. Much more.Their relationship was forbidden.But their combustible chemistry and simmering sexual tension can only go so far-should Thalia give into Alejo's advances, she's at risk of not only losing her job, but succumbing to a younger man will drag her through the spotlight again.Alejo might be worth that risk.Unless he breaks her heart in the process.The Forbidden Man is a full-length standalone romance. Characters from Love, in English make a cameo in this book, however The Forbidden Man is intended to be read as a STANDALONE. This book is approximately 500 pages long and was previously titled The Younger Man.
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About the Author:
Karina Halle is a former travel writer and music journalist and the USA Today Bestselling author of Love, in English, The Artists Trilogy, and other wild and romantic reads. She lives in a 1920s farmhouse on an island off the coast of British Columbia with her husband and her rescue pup, where she drinks a lot of wine, hikes a lot of trails and devours a lot of books.
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