Sinful was full of suspense that kept me enthralled from the first page. I didn't want to put down. Two alpha males wanting to protect what they each feel is theirs. Belle in love with one who she considers her hero while working for the other. One night, giving in to temptation sets off a chain of events that threaten everything, from her job to her life. The ending shocked me and made me crave the second book to find out what happens and where they go from here.

I received an advanced copy from NetGalley for an honest review.

Fast paced, intense suspense. The storyline is good and the connection between the characters intense. It definitely held my interest. Disappointed it ended in a cliff hanger.

This is the first book I've read Of Katherine Hawthorne. It was very good the twist and turns made the suspense constant thru out the story. I can't wait for the next one.

This book was interesting at the start, but it felt overly long. The writing was fine, I just wish it had moved a bit more. And knowing that it’s only the first in the series makes me wonder just how much I would have to wade through to get to the end. Sorry to say it just didn’t hold my interest enough for me to want to read more. And as a personal pet peeve, I really wish authors would write more realistic female characters. Do they always have to be young, gorgeous, great at their career and wise beyond their years? Oh, and fought over by powerful, attractive, successful men. Sigh. I get that it’s fiction, but a smidge more reality would be very welcome.
Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book for an honest review.

This was a fast-paced story from the first chapter then I simply could not put this down. I had to read this as quickly as I could, and I need/want more! It had everything, action, murder, suspense, tension, deceit, attraction to name a few. Such a great story AND the best bit is this is the first in a series (thankfully, especially after the ending). More please!

Okay, this book should come with a warning label: if you can't handle a cliffhanger then don't read this book! I read it and now I've got my (damp) panties in a twist because I really want to know how the story will end, but I have to wait until October before the second part will be released!
Belle has a very complicated relationship with Xander and Sin. And while she is investigation a homicide of a friend, she is also still chasing after the murderer of her parents. The story is full of action and the investigation is thoroughly written. And when you finally think you understand the story of the murder of Belle's parents... the ending leaves you totally confused (a real WTF-moment).
So now I'll be waiting for Sensuous for hopefully more hot scenes AND some answers! Four out of five stars from me and a special thank you to Netgalley for providing the arc.

Fairly standard m/f/m menage romance with plenty of angst and lots of steamy sex. Those who enjoy the trope will find plenty to satisfy, but not something necessary for a library collection.

Holy cow, what the heck did I just read?!? Don’t let the cover fool you, folks, because it is so much more than what it looks like. It starts with a heinous crime and the action never really stops from those first moments. It’s not necessarily a roller coaster of things happen quickly. Rather, the plot proceeds at a quick pace even when there isn’t major action occurring. What I liked best about this book, though, is that the author keeps secrets, only hinting at character motivations and identities. I lost track of the number of times I thought “wait, what?” and “whoa, what the heck?” But it never got annoying; I just wanted to keep reading to see what else was unraveled. There is an underlying mystery that obviously goes deeper, and (spoiler alert) be prepared for a heckuva cliffhanger. Sometimes a series will leave unanswered questions to be answered in the next book, but there isn’t a burning desire to know the rest right away. This is NOT one of those series. I cannot wait to see how this progresses in the next three books. Oh, and about that cover? Yeah, it goes there. Not to worry, though, it doesn’t take over the plot and all interactions are organic and real– not just thrown in for filler. Great heat, better suspense! Thank you to NetGalley, BooksGoSocial, and the author for a digital ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Hot damn!!

This was my first book by Katherine Hawthorne and I can honestly say that it will not be my last! Wow!! Just wow!! That is all I can say.

There was so much packed into this one book that it had me on the edge of my seat the majority of the time.

Can't wait for book two!!

Never assume a book is just another ménage. That would be my first piece of advice to potential readers of SINFUL. Second, definitely don’t start this book unless you have the time to stay put until the very end. SINFUL is a story packed to the rafters with delicious characters, a gripping and somewhat twisted plot, and the ultimate suspense of forcing us to wait for the next in the series. Cliffhangers leave me cold, but this book has me chomping at the bit and anxiously waiting for the next enthralling instalment.

Sinful is a mix of dramatic, tragic, suspenseful, and sexy. A combination that I generally like, but try as I might, I just couldn't connect with this one. I don't know exactly what it was about Belle, but I never warmed up to her and I didn't feel the chemistry that should've been there between her and either of the men in her life. The story is certainly steamy, but without chemistry, it's just one more steamy scene. There was just something about Belle that put me off and I spent a lot of time trying to figure out what Xander and Sin were so obsessed over. From the blurb and the reviews I've seen, I had high hopes for this story, and I'm clearly in the minority, so I'm just going to chalk this one up to not the book for me. My recommendation would be to check this one out for yourself, but heed the cliffy warning because it's a big one.

Thank you NetGalley and Ms. Hawthorne for allowing me to read your book. This is my honest opinion. Let me begin by stating that Sinful is not your typical threesome story. The story is full of murder, suspense, intimacy, loyalty, and revenge. Belle is a young lady who was forced to grow up and became a cop in order to find her parents' killer. Sin is Belle's Lieutenant who has been looking out for her personally and and started to fantasize about her. Xander is a fireman now business man who has been watching out for Belle since she was young. Both men are in love and will do anything for Belle. Belle is trying to find the killer of her parents and is thrown in to another murder investigation. The chemistry between all three will keep you up and trying to figure out what happens next. I could not put this book down until the end, and then I yelled because it ends on a major cliffhanger. I can't wait until Book 2 comes out because I need to find out what happens next! Thank you Ms. Hawthorne and Netgally for introducing me to Belle, Sin, and Xander. I anxiously await the next book.

Book was good.
Enjoyed it.
Katherine Hawthorne is a new author to me.
Will definitely be reading more of her books in the future

I have mixed feelings about this book. The story was for the most part interesting but I didn’t care for the cliffhanger ending. I don’t want to say much because that would be a spoiler, but just who are they playing games with?

5 Stars for Katherine Hawthorne Sinful ( Sinful Surrender Quartet Book 1)
ARC received from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review

WOW WOW WOW WOW WOW off the charts amazing stars

I really hope Book 2 is coming & fast ❤️❤️

I read this book in pretty much one sitting could not put it down......

So happy to have found this author to add to my TBR list!!

Amazing characters - amazing storyline which does end on a cliffhanger so u are going to want to follow the author’s next book

Swoon worthy characters in Alex “Sin” Sinclair , Xander Phoenix & Isabella “Belle” Saint

This book has it all suspense - unsolved murders & complex / sexy relationships among these 3 central characters ,,, if u are looking for a book u can’t put down this is it !!!!!

Highly recommend this book !!!!!

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

Phew...... I seriously underestimated this book!

Sinful should come with a few warnings-
1) Not one but two deliciously alpha males rule this story line,
2)The plot is so hot, twisted and gripping it cant be put down.
3) you will be left in agony awaiting the next book.

My biggest mistake was attempting to read a few chapters at bed time! in the early hours of the morning i finished it with a frustrated sigh and a million questions.
Please please let book 2 come quickly.

Holy hell...

First off I would like to thank Netgalley and Katherine Hawthorne for allowing me to read Sinful. These opinions are my own and I love them!

Where do I begin... from the start I guess. Belle is orphaned and almost killed, but her hero comes to the rescue. Xander a sexy, yet controlled individual will stop at nothing to make sure Belle is safe and protected at all costs. (Even if that means pulling a few strings once in awhile.) Belle refuses to believe her parents are dead, and decides to follow her career in the NYDP. But what she doesn’t know is she will find herself in front of Sin. Sin is a cold predator, who is oddly attracted to Belle. Before she knows it, Belle is caught in between two dangerous men.

Sinful is so sexy; I couldn’t put it down. I found myself wanting to finish it as soon as possible, but at the same time wanting to savor these incredibly sexy moments.

I will say the writing style was a little juvenile at times, but once I got into the groove of things I throughly enjoyed it.

The characters were all incredibly yummy, and held my attention the whole time. I really can’t wait to read the next book, because of this horrible horrible cliffhanger. I need to see the end of it. I also want to see how this whole relationship between Xander, Sin, and Belle works. I’m thinking it will eventually crash and burn. (Team Xander for the win!)

Cheers.

Elizabeth was hit by tragedy at the age of 17 and never accepted the police verdict resulting in her joining the NYPD as a detective. Her latest case is complicated as she was in the middle of the nightclub shooting which involved her friends. Her investigation is complicated by her intense attraction to the men tasked with protecting her. Ends on a cliffhanger, intense and sometimes difficult to work out. I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

This book had me on edge all day. The mystery and back and forth between the three of them is surreal! I love the burning desire they all share together. I cant wait for book 2!

Now let me tell you that I never give five star reviews. I do wonder if my standards are set to high? I just feel that a book has to earn it. There are only five stars! Now, of course I will not give spoilers as I despise knowing before hand and it might sway me to not like a book based on someone else's view. So, that being said, I absolutely loved this book!! It allowed for suspense, drama, romance, strong female characters and OF COURSE ...ALPHA MALES!!!!! That male was plural which to me makes things all the more exciting. I really don't think exciting gives that word justice! This read kept me entranced from the first page. I do read a lot and it takes a lot to keep me going through out a read. I just could not put this one down. I kept trying to figure out who did what. Who had the means and motive? Has Bella's past come back to haunt her? These characters are through and through strong and don't change during the read. They feel like real people and you hurt when they do! Definitely reading the rest of this series and can't wait till the next one releases!! So So so loving this author!!! Definitely putting this author down to read more of her books!!

I received this ARC from the author and publisher at my request via Net Galley! Thank you Net Galley!