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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Format:Mass Market Paperback
This book was a welcome relief from a succession of mediocre-or-worse historical romances that I had trudged through. Despite looking like any other historical romance on the outside, this book gripped from the first chapter and it held my attention the whole way through.
What was particularly noticeable in 'Captive of Sin' was that almost the entire book consisted of interactions between hero (Sir Gideon Trevithick) and heroine (Lady Charis Weston). The reader is deeply immersed into their lives as they encounter one another in a stable, travel together to Cornwall, then to Jersey, then back to Cornwall. Charis meets Gideon when she has run away from her stepbrothers after a beating and takes refuge in a stable; Gideon's sense of honour means he has to help her when it's plain she's in trouble. But the initial impression of Gideon as a hero, a strong and capable character, is soon shown to be only part of the story of this complex man.
Gideon is lauded as Hero after events in India but only his two closest companions know the truth of his time there. As Charis falls in love with Gideon she discovers some odd behaviours that he exhibits, most notably that he won't let anyone touch him. When they have to marry to protect Charis from her stepbrothers, she has to try to help Gideon come to terms with what ails him, whilst opening herself up to rejection by the man she loves.
The strong point of this story was its characterisation. Gideon and Charis are both very attractive people, in nature and behaviour as well as looks, and the reader is drawn into their world and wants the best for them. Charis initially comes across as perhaps a little weak but she learns a new strength as she begins to deal with her feelings for Gideon. The gradual unveiling of the reason for his strange behaviour is well written and I found it all convincing. There are a lot of sex scenes in this book but they are tastefully done and I felt convinced by the romance and that this hero and heroine had truly found salvation in each other. A really good read!
Originally published for Curled Up With A Good Book © Helen Hancox 2010
What was particularly noticeable in 'Captive of Sin' was that almost the entire book consisted of interactions between hero (Sir Gideon Trevithick) and heroine (Lady Charis Weston). The reader is deeply immersed into their lives as they encounter one another in a stable, travel together to Cornwall, then to Jersey, then back to Cornwall. Charis meets Gideon when she has run away from her stepbrothers after a beating and takes refuge in a stable; Gideon's sense of honour means he has to help her when it's plain she's in trouble. But the initial impression of Gideon as a hero, a strong and capable character, is soon shown to be only part of the story of this complex man.
Gideon is lauded as Hero after events in India but only his two closest companions know the truth of his time there. As Charis falls in love with Gideon she discovers some odd behaviours that he exhibits, most notably that he won't let anyone touch him. When they have to marry to protect Charis from her stepbrothers, she has to try to help Gideon come to terms with what ails him, whilst opening herself up to rejection by the man she loves.
The strong point of this story was its characterisation. Gideon and Charis are both very attractive people, in nature and behaviour as well as looks, and the reader is drawn into their world and wants the best for them. Charis initially comes across as perhaps a little weak but she learns a new strength as she begins to deal with her feelings for Gideon. The gradual unveiling of the reason for his strange behaviour is well written and I found it all convincing. There are a lot of sex scenes in this book but they are tastefully done and I felt convinced by the romance and that this hero and heroine had truly found salvation in each other. A really good read!
Originally published for Curled Up With A Good Book © Helen Hancox 2010
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:Mass Market Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
Fleeing the brutality of her stepbrothers, Lady Charis Weston, exhausted and injured, seeks shelter in the stable yard of an inn. More specifically behind Khan, Sir Gideon Trevithick's horse. And that's where he happens upon her.
Whatever else Gideon may be or have been though, he still remembers the rules of gentlemanly behaviour, and refuses to let this frightened girl run off into the night alone. No matter how many times she lies to him. Yet as they journey on together - one hiding her identity, the other his demons - something grows between them. Even if Charis is the only one to acknowledge it, as the longer she spends around the beautiful Sir Gideon, the more determined she is to save him - for his own sake, as well as hers.
But how can they possibly find happiness when he cannot bear to be touched? And how can he save her from being hurt, by her stepbrothers or himself, when he simply cannot let her go?
No one writes damaged characters quite like Anna Campbell, and still manage to create a beautiful romance. Gideon is a truly broken hero, suffering from PTSD after a horrific ordeal, made even worse by his strong protective instincts. His demons are real, and Campbell conveys his struggles with compassion and skill.
Rather than giving him a sympathetic heroine who can lovingly nurse him back to life, though, he gets Charis. A stubborn, headstrong hoyden. Yes, at times her actions are spoiled and verge on selfish, but her ferocious desire to get what she wants makes her perfect for Gideon. She wants him, whole and in all ways, and refuses to let him wallow in the shadows. She is no passive, sympathetic chit waiting for the world to make things right. No, things are never easy for them, but their willingness to fight make their successes all the sweeter.
There are no surprises in this story, and there is a sad lack of depth in the supporting characters - her brothers in particular are cardboard villains. (Although a throwaway comment about Akash left me wanting to read his story... hopefully next?) Still, the intensity and passion in the main romance doesn't disappoint. Campbell always delivers, and if you liked Untouched, this one is for you. (Similarly, if you haven't read Untouched but you liked this... what are you waiting for?)
Whatever else Gideon may be or have been though, he still remembers the rules of gentlemanly behaviour, and refuses to let this frightened girl run off into the night alone. No matter how many times she lies to him. Yet as they journey on together - one hiding her identity, the other his demons - something grows between them. Even if Charis is the only one to acknowledge it, as the longer she spends around the beautiful Sir Gideon, the more determined she is to save him - for his own sake, as well as hers.
But how can they possibly find happiness when he cannot bear to be touched? And how can he save her from being hurt, by her stepbrothers or himself, when he simply cannot let her go?
No one writes damaged characters quite like Anna Campbell, and still manage to create a beautiful romance. Gideon is a truly broken hero, suffering from PTSD after a horrific ordeal, made even worse by his strong protective instincts. His demons are real, and Campbell conveys his struggles with compassion and skill.
Rather than giving him a sympathetic heroine who can lovingly nurse him back to life, though, he gets Charis. A stubborn, headstrong hoyden. Yes, at times her actions are spoiled and verge on selfish, but her ferocious desire to get what she wants makes her perfect for Gideon. She wants him, whole and in all ways, and refuses to let him wallow in the shadows. She is no passive, sympathetic chit waiting for the world to make things right. No, things are never easy for them, but their willingness to fight make their successes all the sweeter.
There are no surprises in this story, and there is a sad lack of depth in the supporting characters - her brothers in particular are cardboard villains. (Although a throwaway comment about Akash left me wanting to read his story... hopefully next?) Still, the intensity and passion in the main romance doesn't disappoint. Campbell always delivers, and if you liked Untouched, this one is for you. (Similarly, if you haven't read Untouched but you liked this... what are you waiting for?)
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Mass Market Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
After reading many just ok books this one had me hooked from the start.
Couldn't stop turning those pages! Sir Gideon Trevithick finds a beaten women in the stables of an inn - Lady Charis Weston is fleeing from her evil step-brothers when Sir Gideon finds her. Being a 'gentlemen' he offers his assistance. From the very start you are aware of the attraction between the two leads. You are also aware that they are both 'broken' souls but why? how? The story keeps the reader engaged and wanting to know the darker side of the two main characters. Sir Gideon's 'demons' restrict his ability to deal with normal day to day life but you are left wondering at the start of the book just what are these 'demons'. Lady Charis tries to assist Sir Gideon to overcome his 'demons' through sexual pleasure/release. Realistic, passionate and sensitive love scenes.
Highly recommend!
Couldn't stop turning those pages! Sir Gideon Trevithick finds a beaten women in the stables of an inn - Lady Charis Weston is fleeing from her evil step-brothers when Sir Gideon finds her. Being a 'gentlemen' he offers his assistance. From the very start you are aware of the attraction between the two leads. You are also aware that they are both 'broken' souls but why? how? The story keeps the reader engaged and wanting to know the darker side of the two main characters. Sir Gideon's 'demons' restrict his ability to deal with normal day to day life but you are left wondering at the start of the book just what are these 'demons'. Lady Charis tries to assist Sir Gideon to overcome his 'demons' through sexual pleasure/release. Realistic, passionate and sensitive love scenes.
Highly recommend!
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