Priest
A provocative narrative that delves into forbidden love and moral conflict, as a priest grapples with his vows and his growing attraction to a parishioner.
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About This Book
In the small town of Weston, Missouri, Father Tyler Bell serves as the parish priest at St. Margaret's Church. Haunted by the tragic suicide of his sister, Lizzy, following her abuse by a former priest, Tyler has dedicated his life to his faith, embracing celibacy and the responsibilities of his vocation. His world is upended when Poppy Danforth, a confident and enigmatic woman, enters his confessional booth. Poppy, seeking redemption and a fresh start, has left behind a privileged life and a past filled with secrets.
The initial spiritual connection between Tyler and Poppy quickly deepens into a forbidden attraction that challenges Tyler's vows and moral compass. As their clandestine relationship intensifies, both grapple with the tension between their desires and the expectations imposed by their respective roles. The church, a symbol of sanctuary, becomes a battleground for their inner conflicts, as they confront themes of guilt, faith, and the complexities of human longing. Their journey is marked by moments of intense passion and profound introspection, leading them to question the boundaries between sin and salvation.
What Readers Say
Many readers praise the book's intense and steamy scenes, noting its high heat level. Fans appreciate the author's lyrical and classic writing style, which adds depth to the story. Some readers find the portrayal of the priest's internal conflict both compelling and emotionally impactful. A few readers express discomfort with the book's explicit content and its treatment of religious themes. This book is recommended for readers who enjoy taboo themes and explicit romance.
Rating Distribution
Based on 17 Open Library ratings
Reader Reviews
5 curated reviewsAlexis W
Mar 13, 2016
Liked it
Not my genre but I really enjoyed it. Now I purchased all the books in this series. The story is intriguing and romantic. Definitely five stars.
Jmiller
Jul 14, 2015
Read them all
I loved the book. It really tugged at the heart stings. You wanted the girl to get the guy really bad. Wonderful setting with a lot of inventive characters. Great story
Nicole Luiken
Apr 25, 2012
Historical Egyptian romance
I enjoyed this take on Egyptian mythology. Merys and Sobek (the Crocodile God) were sympathetic characters. I welled up during the Dark Moment, and I loved the scene where Sobek leads an army of crocodiles down the Nile. As is often the case with novellas, I do wish it had been longer.
Read2Review
Jan 7, 2013
Reviewed by Read2Review
This is a fairly standard romance novel. However, there was a pretty interesting plot to it. The book was 21,000 words (86 pages). With a book this short, plot has to move fast although nothing seemed too forced. The basic plot is that Merys, a priestess of the temple of the Crocodile God, has become a Cinderella in her own home. Her stepmother has her run the household as a slave. Merys meets Bek one evening while collecting fish for her family. They continue to secretly meet for some time and slowly fall in love with each other. They eventually consummate their love after a near-death experi
Stephanie (Bookfever)
Jan 6, 2014
Some flaws but pretty likable altogether!
I love any books that feature Egyptian mythology. I'm always on the look for such books and haven't read too many actually. Priestess of the Nile was pretty likable in altogether. Sure, there were some flaws like sometimes I didn't like the inner monologues of both main characters and the writing also wasn't all that but I did like the originality of a book featuring Sobek, the crocodile god. Also it was a pretty short book (about 60 pages) so there wasn't much room for character building but hey it has egyptian gods, I am not complaining! Aside from their inner monoligues I really liked the m
About the Author
Sierra Simone
1 book in library
Readers are drawn to Sierra Simone's ability to craft emotionally charged narratives that explore complex relationships and taboo subjects, delivering stories that are both provocative and thought-provoking.
