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A Taste of Sin

Secrets in Edgewood, Book 1

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I didn’t think I’d ever see you again.

Reed’s days are full of unexpected surprises - pretty par for the course as the principal of the only Catholic school in a small town, but there’s one surprise he wasn’t prepared for, and that was Dominic O’Halloran.

God help me, I want you.

Dominic has spent decades thinking about the life he could have lived. What if he’d not been an orphan? What if he’d been adopted? What if his best friend Reed hadn’t been torn out of his life when they were teens? But as an adult, he’s focused on the things he can control - his faith, his calling, and his pride.

If you still want me, then I’ll have you.

Finally together after a lifetime apart, Dominic and Reed find themselves in a state of emotional upheaval, complicated by the rules of their religions. Reed is terrified of losing his soul, and Dominic, his heart, but neither of them are willing to give up on the second chance they’ve been given without first enjoying a taste of sin.

Forgive me, Father; it appears I’ve sinned.

©2019 Kate Hawthorne (P)2020 Kate Hawthorne Romance
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Nic and Reed were foster kids at the same home, until Reed was adopted. Now, 20 years later, a surprise encounter makes the feelings they had for each other when they were 14 and 13 years old surface yet again and blossom. But Reed is not out, matter of fact, he barely acknowledges that he might be gay. And even if he admitted it, there's the small fact that his work as a principal at a Catholic school might be threatened if his boss learns of their involvement.

I liked Nic and Reed, although their relationship felt a tad forced and I wanted to slap some sense into them a few times. Still, they had chemistry and were hot together.

I would've liked the book more, if there had been more than a HFN in the end. Anyway, it was a good, solid, angsty and hot read that I have no trouble recommending.

Christopher Rourke did a good job with the narration. There were some parts that felt a tad flat, but overall, it was an enjoyable performance.

Good second chances romance...

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I loved reading this book, because it's a second chance, friends to lovers, priest love story, and written by Kate - so what not to love, yes?
I was really excited about the audio, especially since Kate was hyping it real good - but the narrator/voices was not for me this time. I had a bit of trouble liking this voice back in A Thousand Lifetimes too, but this time was worse. It was flat and the emotions were not coming through either.
I wanted to love it, but the voices weren't perfect for the characters and for me either.
It wasn't so bad, it's still a 4 star, but not what I imagined for this story.

The book itself is really good, but the audio is not for me this time.

Not what I hoped for, but it was likeable

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Life is messy, confusing, and can’t always be wrapped up with a beautiful bow. This sums up this story. If you’re looking for a sugary sweet, ‘happy ever after’ love story, this is not you. If you’ve read any of the reviews that this doesn’t have a pretty HEA, but it does have a satisfying ending. Personally, given the amount of personal growth that Reed goes through, I feel it would be disingenuous to the storyline. Their journey to love isn’t an easy one, it isn’t smooth sailing. Reed has buried his sexuality underneath a rigorous set of religious beliefs that says it’s wrong. There’s no gray area in Catholic faith; homosexuality is a sin. It is because of this that Reed goes back and forth so much. My heart broke for both of them. Dominic’s heart took a beating in this book, but it is a strong heart. He is an incredible human being, and the kind that makes me want to give the world to. 💔

This story was beautifully written, with well developed characters. I’ve been dying to read something by Kate Hawthorne. I own several, but we all know how TBR lists can be. This book did not disappoint, not at all. In fact, now I need more. 🔥

This is the first book I’ve listened to, that’s narrated by Christopher Rourke. I was impressed, there wasn’t a lot of difference between characters, but enough to know the difference, if that makes sense. People can have similar voices, but it’s their personality, and uniqueness, that gives them a differing quality. He portrayed them very well, putting emotion behind his words. He brought this story to life, and I’m hoping to hear more from him in the future. ❤️

Hot, Angsty Goodness

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A great start to the series by Kate Hawthorne. Loved Reed & Dominic, was fantastic to follow their journey. Christopher Rourke was super with the narration. Hope there are many more in the series.
This book was given to me for free at my request and I provided this voluntary review.

Fantastic

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Reed headmaster at a Catholic school. Once a Foster kud with his best friend Dominic. They haven't seen each other for a couple of decades.
Present day Dominic a Priest but not Catholic, met Reed again and his feeling surface again.
I have to say I was slightly bored by this book. It was long winded and then you didn't get a HEA.
I did listen to it all and the narration was good. Not sure if it all comes together more in book 2. I will have to find out.


A Taste of Sin
Secrets in Edgewood, Book 1
By: Kate Hawthorne
Narrated by: Christopher Rourke
Series: Secrets in Edgewood, Book 1
Length: 7 hrs and 12 mins

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Slightly bored, but persevered.

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