“A perfect dark cowboy romance. I loved Jake’s dominance and pure love for Conor. I loved the estate and ranch. I loved the swoony sexiness. 5 Stars.” ~ Pepper Winters, New York Times Bestselling AuthorI try to forget her. It’s impossible. Growing up together, Conor and I shared all our firsts. First love, first kiss, first… Not all our firsts. We were sixteen the night she was violently …
We were sixteen the night she was violently assaulted while I helplessly watched.
I’ll never forget the sounds of her suffering.
Or my inconsolable agony when she left Oklahoma.
Years later, she returns to honor our teenage pact.
Except the boy she loved is gone, replaced by a ruthless cattle rancher knotted with secrets.
She doesn’t know my dark cravings or the trails of sin that lead to her.
I don’t deserve her, but one truth remains.
She’s mine.
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This is a hard review to write. I was drawn into the characters but I couldn’t wrap my mind around such a raw and violent plot. I am not opposed to such an intense and dark love story, but it was the violent nature and revenge factor that made me uncomfortable. I also found it worrisome and dangerous for the psychological role taken on by a non-professional. Even though I am curious to see how the other characters dealt with the after-mast, I can’t bring myself to finish this a Series. Rating 2.75
4.5 stars. Jake and Conor were meant to be together forever. Tragedy strikes and rips their world apart. Can they ever recover? Lots of emotions in this book
This book, as well as the next 2 in the series, is absolutely, mind blowingly, great! Just read them and you’ll see…
Rape scene is disturbing
I would recommend this book one of the best in a long time!
Loved loved loved this book. I can’t wait to read the rest in the series.
Be aware there is a heavly, graphically described rape scene and other domestic violence in this book.
I devoured this book in one sitting. It was amazing in every way possible.
Could not stop reading. Great storytelling and beautiful story of love and perserverance.
The characters are interesting. I found the story line very compelling.
Really enjoyed this book. A horrible attack leaves 4 people scarred. Can they rebuild their lives & what are they willing to give up to do it? Can love really heal or is it just mortar over the cracks? A touching, really well written story with characters that all have a purpose & serve the story well, advancing the storyline in a balanced, logical way. This book evoked a lot of emotion. I’m a new fan of this author.
I could not put this book down. I read it in just a few hours! Then I bought the rest of the series!! I’ve finished them all!
Really enjoyed this series.
I loved the twist and turns. It kept me turning the pages.
*Knotted in pain*
While this story is center around tragedy and pain, it’s about two people who are made stronger though because of it. Jake will do anything to take away the pain that happened to Conor on her 16th birthday. Conor loves Jake but with the events that took place on her 16th birthday and the heart break that Jake caused her, she doesn’t know if she can ever trust Jake.
Wow! What a story!
The trails of sin series is 3 books of emotional reading. It’s a fantastic but tragic love story and what they go through to make it to the other side. I cried and laughed and was emotional throughout the books but all I can say is, WOW. Great new author on my radar and I highly recommend these books.
Knotted by Pam Godwin is a contemporary romance. I don’t remember if there were trigger warnings when I read the blurb. If not, there should be. There is graphic violence and sex, this book is not for kids. Knotted is written in first person, which I hate. Even worse, it’s first person, alternating point of view, so I double hated it right off the bat. That being said, Ms. Godwin delivered a book that is totally riveting. I couldn’t put it down. Jake and Conor’s story has twists and turns you don’t expect. There is plenty of drama, bits of humor, steamy sex and nail-biting action. You may need a tissue or two while reading this book. Kudos to Ms. Godwin, she totally made that alternating point of view format work. I enjoyed reading Knotted and look forward to reading more from Pam Godwin in the future. Knotted is book 1 of the Trails of Sin Series but can be read as a standalone. This is a complete book, not a cliff-hanger.
this book was just… WOW! its deep and haunting, yet sexy and thrilling. Loved the secrets and twists, the love this man has shows no bounds. Everything he does is for her out of love. It will make you sick and cry knowing what she went through, but her savior will make her forget. I absolutely loved this book, and yes it might trigger something for you, but the way she builds off of that so that the character is stronger is just amazing. I cannot wait to read more. By far one of the best books ive ever read!
Oh wow!! Second chance romance that broke my heart, I could feel the pain from the characters, the devastation that they felt. I could also feel the love that these two felt since they were teenagers to the end of the book.
When push comes to shove what will you do to make sure that your loved one is safe? Will you break their heart? Will you make it to where they want to smack your face off, even while it breaks your heart? To keep them safe though, you’ll do anything.
Loved this book!!!
I am now on my 3rd book in the series! Excellent writing – hot stuff! Aside from the light BDSM, the characters feel like I know someone just like them. The conversations feel real – not the fake, phony type you sometimes get when trying to build and describe characters.
A very good read and would highly recommend to everyone. After I finish the current book, I am hitting BN for more Pam Godwin books.