I like my life to be simple. No attention, no drama, no complications.But one night I make a terrible mistake. I save a man who is being attacked. Turns out he’s Callum Sandersby, one of Hollywood’s hottest stars.Callum Sandersby explores the streets of Chicago one night, wanting to get into character for his latest film role. But he ends up in the wrong place at the wrong time. Nina Cardoza … wrong time.
Nina Cardoza doesn’t recognize the gorgeous movie star she’s just rescued, not with the false beard hanging crazily off his face.
But then she sees it – those glittering green eyes, the beautiful mouth.
He’s handsome and dangerous.
And he’s the last thing she needs.
But Callum has hit the jackpot, especially when he finds out that his rescuer is the sister of the reigning boxing heavyweight champion of the world.
He could do with a few pointers to help him with his movie role.
And so begins his pursuit of Nina.
But she doesn’t fall for his lines.
Or his moves.
Or his interest.
But as he gets to know Nina better, Callum’s acting role is no longer the driving factor.
Something dark and painful lurks beneath Nina’s cold and distant exterior.
Each time he tries to get near, she pushes him away, acting all proud and disinterested.
But over time, even he can see behind the lies of pride.
THE LIES OF PRIDE is a slow-burn romance.
It is the third book in THE SEVEN SINS, a series of angsty, emotional standalone romances.
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Wow! Lily Zante does it again. What a beautiful, emotional story. Nina holds on to so much pain. Callum and A list actor is in Chicago to film a boxing movie. They meet and he tries so hard to get her interested in him. She will not give into him. Does not trust him. But Callum is in this for the long haul. What an amazing story of pain and healing. Also how caring about someone can move you towards accepting the help you need.
When you confess to the lies you can regain your truth and pride
The Lies of Pride is the third book in The Seven Sins series by Lily Zante. This is the story of Callum Sandersby and Nina Cardoza.
Nina is Eli’s younger sister, his story is first book, The Wrath of Eli. She has suffered a lot in her life so far and there are parts of the story that flashback to certain situations, so be warned that you will need a few tissues beside while reading. Callum is a famous movie star who wants to talk with Eli because of a new role he has gotten in a movie where he will be a boxer. But Eli is not interested in talking with Callum even though Callum has come to Chicago. Nina and Callum meet in an unexpected way but it is not “love at first sight”. At the time Callum did not know that Nina is Eli’s sister. It is not until the next day that he realizes who she. Their story is a slower building journey that the author has written really well. The story-line itself has darker points but also lighter points along the way to a wonderful HEA.
I received a copy of this book for my honest review. My opinions are all my own.
This is my first time reading something by Ms. Zante. What a brilliantly written book! So many emotions and feelings play through in this deeply emotional and detailed story, I was captivated from the beginning and totally engrossed till the end. It’s one of those books you just can’t put down. The characters were so well-developed playing out a strong and heart wrenching storyline, and they showed such great personalities and strength, I became totally invested in the outcome of the story. It’s a beautifully crafted story of strength, healing, and finding love. Ms. Zante has a wonderful talent for bringing the story to life with her writing. I really loved this book and am looking forward to reading more of her books.
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A new author to me. An enjoyable read. This story is about Callum and Nina. Callum is a movie star. His current movie is shooting in Chicago. It’s a boxing movie. He wants to talk with Eli but there is no way that can happen since he is getting ready for a fight. Later that night, Callum gets jumped walking in Chicago and who should be walking home after her shift, Nina. She gets the guys to leave but by then the cops are called and then an ambulance, which takes Callum to the ER. They think Nina and Callum is a couple so they Nina take her with him. Eventually she leaves the hospital after Callum assumes she is just a fan and wants something from him, but he isn’t aware that she already has seen how the public treats her brother she is not interested in treating him that way.
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Callum and Nina’s journey was a tad bumpy but they were good for each other Their connection, the chemistry was strong between them. They were good together.
“The Lies of Pride” is an amazingly original tale. The main character Nina is a strong young woman who suffered from physical abuse as a child. Nina’s strength is a quiet strength that is not noticed at first, but it peeks through as you get more into the story. She is also very naïve in her outlook on life. This storyline has a smooth flow as it weaves a tale of contrasts and the possibility of being free and finding love. I loved this heart-wrenching and heart-warming tale of possibilities.
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The story line and character work were good. The book had a fairly smooth flow to it. While I enjoyed the book, I didn’t connect to the characters nor did I find aspects of the story to be plausible.
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