Sins of the Heart (The Sins Series)

4 1/2 to 5 stars ~ She’d staved off her terror the whole time they’d left her here, bound and alone. She’d held it in check when the blond guy had shown up, as she tried to decide exactly what his role was, his surfer-boy hair and the lollipop stick between his lips somehow making him seem less threatening. Talk about irony. He was the scariest *** thing she could ever have imagined. ~ I read this series several years ago and really enjoyed: * The fascinating and sometimes complex worldbuilding filled with often unique and interesting characters. * Its use of Egyptian mythology and the intriguing exploration of the Underworld with its various gods and Machiavellian politics. * The compelling, sometimes rather graphic action scenes that were often filled with paranormal goodness and surprises along the way. * The mystery that lies at the heart of this unique journey and is only resolved once the reader takes the myriad dark twists and romantic turns to their conclusion in the final book... But the number one reason why I remember all of this so well is because I absolutely adored the leads in the first book and got sucked right into their world. Roxy Tam is a Daughter of Aset, member of the Asetian guard, and kick ass warrior with a definite attitude. Dagan Krayl is a soul reaper (he's the kind that will rip your heart out - literally) and the oldest son of Sutekh, the Lord of Chaos. Dagan is half human/half god, super hot, and dangerous as hell. So when I learned that Ms. Silver had recently updated the books and was rereleasing the series, I was like, "Yes please." I had so much fun reading this one again, checking out the changes and new material, and enjoying the trip down memory lane. I've always vividly remembered the part where Roxy and Dagan (Dae for short) met under less than ideal conditions (which is putting it mildly). He ends up saving her life and inadvertently sets her upon a whole new and unexpected path. Considering what he is, his protectiveness towards her hit the spot for me, especially because it baffled him. I love when that happens. That whole scene still intrigues me, makes me laugh (yeah, okay, maybe I'm a bit twisted... you'll know why when you read the scene), plus I'm rather fond of 'just desserts'. It also tempts me to read the book all over again: ~ For an instant, he saw only her eyes, tiger fierce. The room disappeared, and he saw only those eyes. They reached inside him, found something he hadn’t known he’d lost, hadn’t known he had in the first place. The instant passed, leaving his pulse beating a little harder, his breath coming a little faster. Sexual attraction and… something else. ~ *** ~ The whole thing was insane. She was sitting in a room that had been turned into a slaughterhouse, sucking on a lollipop. “Think I jumped down the rabbit hole,” she said. “Head first.” Again the whisper of a smile. “You think?” ~ I loved their dynamics, their battles, the often humorous banter, the sizzling chemistry and powerful connection they shared that just wouldn't let go despite their 'enemy' status. I never forgot them or their ensuing romance. These were two people who had had incredibly difficult lives and were essentially alone on so many levels. So when they met, there was definitely attraction but also a deeper kind of recognition and connection that both of them denied for various reasons. But destiny was obviously at work and though they were separated for a time (but often thinking and even dreaming of each other), they were far more intimately linked than they realized... It's quite the ride. In the following books, we meet Dagan's brothers (who are also soul reapers) and the women who will capture their hearts as the overarching theme/story unfolds and more pieces are added to the overall puzzle. But in this one, we get the HFN we need (and I love Dagan's choice, Roxy's response, and how it ends - even as the last line before the epilogue cracked me up) before launching into the next part of the tale. I knew right from the start that these two were 'meant to be' but that they'd have quite the trip ahead of them before they reached their destination. And, once again, I was more than happy to take it with them. *** A copy of this book was received from the author in exchange for an honest review.

I thought the magic system was very creative, and I’ve enjoyed the story and characters.

I can not praise this book enough. I first came across this series after having finished Eve Silvers' last book in her Dark Gothic Series. And after having devoured and lived in that series for weeks, months I needed another Eve kick. (I am completely convinced she laces her books with drugs, they are so addictive! ) This was my first journey into modern, paranormal,mythology, bad ass, urban romance and I am so glad it was this book that was my first! Just reading the opening of Sins of the Heart, will paint a picture so dark, so vast, and so intriguing, I almost struggle to describe it. What other book do you know that opens with a line of dead souls in the underworld? That is the only spoiler I will give and since it is how the book opens I am not giving much away. Also, this will make you want to plunge head first into mythology. I love how the characters in this novel stay 100 percent true to themselves and yet grow in different ways. Dagan is as sexy as he is frightening. If I was in a room with him, I am pretty sure I would be trying to find a way to get the hell out of there. Or maybe offer him something sweet, cookies or something... I haven't decided. Roxy is such a wonderful character! She has a tough core and is hiding behind pain and strength, coupled with her own personal demons, and a past so dark, it churns your insides. The mystery in this series is so complex and genius, I am in awe of how in the world the plot was brought into being. I will say, I had read the early version of this book a few years back, but when I saw that it was coming out with a new cover and with new changes, I jumped at the chance, I loved it so much (Which I don't normally reread books). I didn't think this novel could get any more delicious... I was blissfully wrong. My only issue with this entire series is that it eventually ends and does not go forever

Enemies to lovers. Loved the characters, the banter and the incorporation of Egyptian gods. Definitely recommend, can't wait for book #2

Steeped in old legend mystery of Gods and Goddesses and souls good and evil this tale covers the villains slivering through the legends

I enjoyed this book, it offered a different perspective about the afterlife. There are so many twist and plots to keep you guessing and interested in the outcome.

My usual e-book fare is steamy, historical (preferably Gothic) romances and cozy, historical crime novels. Occasionally I'll diverge into fantasy romances,but I'm picky. Werewolves, vampires and shapeshifters just aren't my thing. I came to Eve Silver's writing via a dark historical romance, and picked this book up via a giveaway. I didn't expect to enjoy it with its Ancient Egyptian gods/underworld characters but I was wrong, so very wrong. The characters are well written and the action is fast paced, so much that I was left breathless by the ending. And this book is hot, really hot. I need to find book 2 now... And a fan. I need a fan.

Dagan è il primogenito di Sutech, il dio egizio cattivo, conosciuto come il mangia-anime. Il suo compito è quello di strappare l'anima dai cattivi ed offrirli a suo padre. Durante una serata, incontra Roxy, una giovane ragazza particolare che non mostra paura di fronte al pericolo. La salva e da quel momento si sente fortemente connesso con lei. Dopo qualche anno, qualcuno uccide suo fratello Lokan, e durante l'investigazione per scoprire chi l'ha ucciso, la ritrova anche se ora lei lavora per Asset, moglie di Osiride e mortale nemico di Sutech. Tra i due scoppia una forte attrazione intervellata da dialoghi di disprezzo e segreti. Un amore impossibile ambientato in un'aldilà originale costellato da personaggi strani. Un ottimo romanzo fantasy scritto in modo molto accattivante tramite i punti di vista dei due protagonisti