I have loved a good fun spicy book since a friend of mine handed me the New Camelot series couple years ago. Sierra Simone is my type of writer and Salt Kiss is a great read. I think if you loved American Prince (my personal fav) you will adore Tristan.
I can’t wait to read the next in the series!!!
Thanks to Netgalley and SOURCEBOOKS Bloom Books publishing…and Sierra write faster ❤️

The inherent Catholicism of Sierra Simone books... I don't really know how to describe this book considering it felt much like a fever dream. It kind of blurred with the novella preceding it to me. In terms of the POV character, I kinda hated him. And Mark. But I liked Isolde!!! She's so queen. It's kind of hard to capture the same gravity of American Queen in a book about a sex club rather than the presidency, but I'd say the vibes remain. Would I read more? Sure. Did I love it? Nah. Most of the books in this universe are too similar to be that beautiful or anything even though they're all somewhat captivating.

Thank you to NetGalley for an advanced copy of this book in exchange for my honest opinions.

This book was not for me! I had such high hopes for this and I ended up DNF-ing it at 50%. I felt like if I’ve read half a book and nothing had happened I can’t struggle through the rest. I was 50% in and we hadn’t even met the woman yet!

Sierra Simone keeps everything interesting, I was intrigued by the dyamic of these three characters cannot wait to continue their story

I truly appreciate how this book hasn't the cliffhanger I was anticipating because I wouldn't have known what to do with myself for the next nine months if that were the case.

So, onto the book. I loved it, every minute of this read, every line, every word, it is magnificent, this is all my New-Camelot-starved mind wanted and craved.
I am now left with SO. MANY. QUESTIONS!

The plot is classic Sierra Simone, you've got BDSM, you've got catholicism, you're got deep reflections on life and past choices. There isn't a lot happening here, but this is the perfect base upon which to build the next two books. I strongly suggest reading Salt in the Wound before reading this.

The characters are GREAT! I loved Mark, I can't wait to see more of him; Tristan is such a sweet boy, I can definitely see myself in him, and finally, we got little bits and pieces of Isolde and I need to read more about her as a wife!

another great showing from someone who is quickly becoming my fav contemporary romance author. I was so honored to be sent this book by sourcebooks and bloom and all opinions are my own. Another great kinky showing from my top contemporary romance author

“Playful cruelty and utter possession, and I am at the center of it all.”

If you like the following:
• morally grey, rich, mysterious, sex club owner
• his bodyguard with a breeding kink
• his fianceé, who knows martial arts and has an incredible backbone
• New Camelot world
You have to read this book!

I ate every moment of it up!! It was such a page turner and no part of me ever wanted to stop reading, so imagine how sad I was when it ended. I need to next book STAT! Oh my lordy the spice was so so so good. Anything Sierra Simone writes is delicious and spicy gold. All the MM lovers, you are not ready. This book was something so unexpected and yet amazingly good.

Thank you, Sierra, her publisher, and Netgalley for the chance to read this ARC.

Hot hot hot. Sierra has such a way with spice and this book was no acceptation! I loved these characters and how their story developed. This one is filled with all my favorite tropes.

I was very excited to receive this book in exchange for my honest opinion, mainly because I love Sierra Simone’s writing and I knew this would be good. The release date came and I didn’t get it, but a few days later it was on my inbox and I couldn’t hide my happiness. 😊

This is a Tristan and Isolde retelling, and I wish I had known this before I started reading it.

I found this book a bit sad, mostly because although everything is consensual, I felt sorry for Tristan and how he was yearning for love and connection after everything he had experienced in life. He believed he could find this in Mark, but their relationship was heartbreaking. 💔

It wasn’t until very late in the book that Isolde appeared and brought out a new side of Tristan that I loved completely. And then the book ended, so I am hoping there is more to the story because I need it very much. 🙏

I could not put this book down! Holly Molly was it a ride. From the start, I was very intrigued by Tristan, and then as the book evolved, his relationship with Mark and Isolde. To see his transformation through the book as a shy, broken man from his time in the military, to his sexual awakening via both of the other characters. I really enjoyed the fact that this is the authors, modern take on the book Tristan and Isolde. The added dynamic of their BDSM relationships, and how his sexual experiences changed between the two of them was really fascinating to me.

Thank you to Sierra Simone and NetGalley for giving me the opportunity to read and review this e-Arc!

I loved this! I loved Mark, Tristan and Isolde so much and can't wait for book 2!
This was such a page turner for me. It had all my favorite tropes:
-AGE GAP
-FORCED PROXIMITY
-ARRANGED MARRIAGE
-BODYGUARD

Let me tell you this book had me FLUSHED!!!!

This book has everything you except from a Sierra Simone book: beautiful prose, intriguing plot, and sinfully sexy smut. I thoroughly enjoyed this start to the Lyonesse series!

This story is entirely told from Tristan’s POV, and while I think it would be nice to have either Mark or Isolde’s POV, it made sense to me why we only heard from Tristan. Mark is such a mysterious character since you really never know his motives, so the reader was almost acting as Tristan who was figuring things out as he went.

We didn’t really get to see Isolde at all til about the 70% mark, and I do wish we got her a lot sooner. I also read the prequel before reading this and I HIGHLY recommend doing that as it adds a lot to Isolde’s character.

Excited to see where this series goes!

RATING: 4.25/5 STARS

SALT KISS was my first Sierra Simone book, and what a ride it was! This novel was plain addictive and just a blast to read. Tristan was such a likeable hero and narrator and MARK(!) was so intriguing and mysterious. Their chemistry together was 🔥. This series really brings the spice. I loved Tristan and Isolde's connection towards the latter part of the book, and the ending left so much anticipation for the next installment of this series to see Tristan, Isolde, and Mark together... I can't wait. Each character was so layered in their motivations and the story's pacing and character development in this novel and the prequel were excellent. Sierra Simone's writing is transcendent. There were many lines and scenes that were so exquisitely written, I had to pause to soak them in.

Thank you NetGalley and the Publisher for an advance copy of Salt Kiss by Sierra Simone in exchange of an honest review.

"Prepare to be captivated by the enchanting world of 'Salt Kiss' by Sierra Simone. This page-turner serves up a delicious blend of romance and sensuality, leaving readers craving for more. Simone's expertly crafted storytelling and poetic writing style elevate the steamy scenes to something truly special. The characters leap off the pages, drawing readers into their adventures and leaving them longing for the next installment in the series. If you're a fan of beautifully written smut and aching for a uniquely satisfying reading experience, 'Salt Kiss' is a must-read!"

Sierra Simone delivers some of the spiciest books and goodness they are golden this book Salt Kiss does not disappoint on the spice level. The forbidden love and love triangle make for a delicious read

I loved this book so much!

This was another wonderful read from Sierra Simone. It reminded me of her Camelot series but dark. It is spicy, sexy dark and oh so delicious. I can't wait to read the next book in the series.

A classic representation of Sierra Simone and one I thoroughly enjoyed. It's sexy, thrilling and you'll definitely come out of this book needing therapy (my favourite kind of books).

Its a MMF Tristan x Isolde retelling, what more could you want? Each page is filled with

Tristan has my whole heart, he's written to perfection and the chemistry between him and Mark drives me insane.

Sierra Simone never lets me down, after reading the prequel for this book I hoped and prayed I would get access to the ARC and I was so lucky to be accepted. I really do recommend this book to anyone who loves queer BDSM, forced proximity and forbidden romance.

Salt kiss is my first Sierra Simon only book, and let me tell you, it did not disappoint.

Tristan is an army veteran struggling with both his past, and future, after leaving the military.

Mark is a former CIA agent, and elite kink club owner where guest pay their dues with information.

Isolde is Mark's unexpected fiancé.

Salt Kiss is a Tristan and Isolde retelling like no other! The plot was angsty and engaging. The MMF dynamic was oh so spicy and delicious.

I'm kicking myself now for not starting with the prequel novella, but I plan to still go back and read it all the same.

Overall it was great read and Sierra Simone has herself a new fan.

Overall: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️

Thank you Netgalley and Bloom Books for sharing a free digital ARC in exchange for an honest and unbiased review.

So let's start with the good stuff. I love the way that Sierra Simone writes, I love how emotional her characters are, I love the way she uses words to explain things, it's like a hot knife going through butter. This book held my attention the entire time. It was sensual, emotional, and just all around a good read. I think it should be marketed as a MM/MF romance however, there is good set up that the next book there might be a poly romance. Overall great book, great portrayal of Dom/sub relationships, and thank you for including aftercare! I will be adding content links in the next few days.

⭐⭐⭐⭐
🌶🌶🌶🌶🌶

Hold on, I need to take a cold shower after reading this book...

Salt Kiss is a dark spicy MMF romance by Sierra Simone. It is a queer Tristan-Isolde retelling and I am here for it.

This book is not for the kink-adverse. If you like your spice light and fun, pass this on by. However, if you love any of the following, immediately add this to your tbr:

🔥 forbidden romance
🔥 age gap
🔥 morally gray MMC
🔥 dark contemporary romance
🔥 LGTB/queer rep

Salt Kiss is book one in the planned Lyonesse trilogy. My only criticism is that nothing felt resolved at the end of the first book; it is all build-up to the larger story. That said, I enjoyed the *ahem* ride.

Thank you to @netgalley + @read_bloom for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.