The design and UX isn't done, Rob and Abbie, okkurrrr! 😌
emir214's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
Content Warnings
Graphic: Suicidal thoughts
Moderate: Religious bigotry
Minor: Death of parent
sara_mb's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
As always it’s was as great as I thought it would be. I was a bit nervous at first with the fact it was her first lgbtq+ book of the series and wasn’t sure how it was gonna flow. It was beautifully written, deep and reflective. It spoke about mental health issue, suicidal tendencies and sexuality. I love everything about it, the spice and emotion, perfect ❤️
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Death of parent, Suicidal thoughts, Mental illness, Suicide, Suicide attempt, and Addiction
Moderate: Abandonment, Alcohol, Cancer, Terminal illness, Infidelity, Mental illness, Sexual content, Death, and Death of parent
katierosecrane's review against another edition
emotional
informative
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
I loved the subject matter of religion in a spicy romance book! The series is really good I liked the first two books best though. This book while I enjoyed it was too similar to the first book's plot. I do like that it was queer. Some portions of the book it found it repetitive like, <I am stuck between the two things I love the most and can't have one without the other.>
One of my favorite parts of the book is when <he is talking about his depressive episode. I felt very connected to the character in this chapter because of how Simone wrote about it. She explained it through subtle things that go through your mind and how it affects the people around you.> Lastly, the ending is perfect. not dragged out for ten more chapters after the climax, but keep concise and still connected to the material.
One of my favorite parts of the book is when <he is talking about his depressive episode. I felt very connected to the character in this chapter because of how Simone wrote about it. She explained it through subtle things that go through your mind and how it affects the people around you.> Lastly, the ending is perfect. not dragged out for ten more chapters after the climax, but keep concise and still connected to the material.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Grief, Sexual content, Child death, Alcohol, Cursing, Death, Death of parent, Suicide attempt, Mental illness, Suicidal thoughts, and Suicide
careliza's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
I think this is my favorite book of the year. This book made me cry. The conflict felt the most realistic out of any book I’ve read this year. It was an amazing representation of mental health, and I really felt for both of the MCs. It dealt with hard topics such as being queer in a religious community. I loved both of these characters with all of my heart. Everything they did for each other was out of love, and that’s what made it so special. They loved each other so much that they were each willing to give up their own happiness for the other. And Jamie is a champ. On top of all of this, the book was HILARIOUS. The scenes between Sean and Aidan were ridiculously funny. I fell in love with the other monks, and I just absolutely loved the entire vibe. I love Father Jordan, and I love the magical vibe he has. I want to read this book over and over again. It was so good.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Suicide, Sexual assault, Death of parent, Child abuse, Suicidal thoughts, and Homophobia
poisonivy's review against another edition
hopeful
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
no one can top zenny and sean but aiden and elijah are a close second (also the smut in this !)
Content Warnings
Moderate: Mental illness
Minor: Pedophilia, Suicidal thoughts, and Death of parent
chloelj27's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Grief, Mental illness, and Alcohol
Minor: Death of parent, Drug use, Sexual assault, Suicide, and Infidelity
lzzlong16's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
This was my favorite of all the Bell brother's stories. Seeing his struggle with depression made me feel seen. Seeing all the brothers grapple with their faith and question it was inspiring. I thought I loved Simone's New Camelot series the most but the Bell Brothers have certainly topped it. The Sierra Simone wrote with such respect for the catholic faith was amazing. Of course we got the wild spice we see from SS but what I love about her w is that it served such a purpose it was just there to be erotic. I loved the series so much I'm sad it's over now.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Suicidal thoughts
Minor: Death of parent and Suicide
Main character experiences suicidal thoughts. Mentions of sisters suicide and mothers death occur throughoutka_ke's review against another edition
First of all it is not because of the LGBTQIA relationship. I simply can’t stand characters who beat themselves up while refusing to change.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Abandonment, Cursing, Gaslighting, Child death, Death of parent, Child abuse, Grief, Religious bigotry, Suicide attempt, Mental illness, Sexual content, Suicidal thoughts, and Toxic relationship
Minor: Homophobia, Pedophilia, and Panic attacks/disorders
northernbooknerd's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
My Thoughts
Sierra. Does. Not. Miss.
Yet another beautifully written love story, this one between two men. One desperately seeking his purpose in life. One hunting for answers to a lost love.
The mental health representation was in this book is flawless. Sierra does not shy away from the heavy topics. I have never seen depression depicted the way it is in this book, as something that is almost tangible, and it truly resonated with me. Aiden and Elijah's story will take you on an emotional ride that begs you to self reflect on its themes and topics. There is something inexplicably loveable about Aiden Bell, his character has a way of making you feel everything he does. And the way the story is laid out you are right there with Elijah, desperate for answers and explanations, even when they hurt.
Outside of the main storyline, one of my favourite aspects of this book was the relationship between the brothers at the monastery. It is also nice to get small glimpses of both Tyler and Sean.
Final Thoughts
Just like the two previous books in this series, this one is wonderfully written and I think Saint and Sinner are now tied for my favourites in the series. I also can not recommend listening to the audiobooks enough! The narration is pure perfection.
Format: Audiobook 🎧
Plot: ⭐️⭐️⭐️
Characters: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Writing: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Narration: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spice: 🔥🔥🔥🔥
Overall: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️✨(4.75)
Who would like? Anyone who has read and enjoyed book one and two in this series or if you're looking for an extremely well written romance filled with emotions and great mental health rep.
Quotes
It is not silent. Silence is never silent after all, but it is quiet.
“I had no idea. You always seemed the happiest out of all of us, the readiest for fun. I would never have guessed.” No, most people don’t guess do they. That sometimes the people who laugh the loudest and reach for life the hardest are the ones closest to darkness.
Triggers
Sexual content, death of child (mentioned), suicide (mentioned), suicidal ideations, depression
** This list is not extensive**
Tropes
Friends to lovers, man loving man, brothers best friend, taboo romance (relationship with a monk), public sex, interracial couple, well written spice
Sierra. Does. Not. Miss.
Yet another beautifully written love story, this one between two men. One desperately seeking his purpose in life. One hunting for answers to a lost love.
The mental health representation was in this book is flawless. Sierra does not shy away from the heavy topics. I have never seen depression depicted the way it is in this book, as something that is almost tangible, and it truly resonated with me. Aiden and Elijah's story will take you on an emotional ride that begs you to self reflect on its themes and topics. There is something inexplicably loveable about Aiden Bell, his character has a way of making you feel everything he does. And the way the story is laid out you are right there with Elijah, desperate for answers and explanations, even when they hurt.
Outside of the main storyline, one of my favourite aspects of this book was the relationship between the brothers at the monastery. It is also nice to get small glimpses of both Tyler and Sean.
Final Thoughts
Just like the two previous books in this series, this one is wonderfully written and I think Saint and Sinner are now tied for my favourites in the series. I also can not recommend listening to the audiobooks enough! The narration is pure perfection.
Format: Audiobook 🎧
Plot: ⭐️⭐️⭐️
Characters: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Writing: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Narration: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spice: 🔥🔥🔥🔥
Overall: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️✨(4.75)
Who would like? Anyone who has read and enjoyed book one and two in this series or if you're looking for an extremely well written romance filled with emotions and great mental health rep.
Quotes
It is not silent. Silence is never silent after all, but it is quiet.
“I had no idea. You always seemed the happiest out of all of us, the readiest for fun. I would never have guessed.” No, most people don’t guess do they. That sometimes the people who laugh the loudest and reach for life the hardest are the ones closest to darkness.
Triggers
** This list is not extensive**
Tropes
Content Warnings
Graphic: Suicidal thoughts
Moderate: Child death
Minor: Death of parent
readingwithleslie's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
informative
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Suicidal thoughts, Mental illness, and Infidelity
Minor: Death of parent, Grief, and Death