Passion for the Game (Georgian)

The Lady Winter, rumored to be a Black Widow with two husbands already dead early in their marriages. Treated as a pawn by men who would use her, she has learned to exert her control and independence subtly, through seduction and subterfuge. Manipulated by her ruthless stepfather, she will do anything to rescue her young sister from her own fate. Now both her stepfather and an agent of the Crown have set her against the notorious Christopher St. John, and Maria's very life depends on her ability to ferret proof of the handsome rogue's misdeeds. But another agent of the Crown has blackmailed St. John into investigating the mysterious and beautiful Lady Maria Winter and the deaths of her two husbands - both of whom happened to be agents of the Crown themselves. If he can prove her guilt, he saves his own neck from the gallows. But all bets are off when he finally meets the dark beauty, and he finds her more dangerous than he ever anticipated - to his heart. From the moment I read my first Sylvia Day story in the anthology Alluring Tales--Awaken the Fantasy (Avon Red) , I was a fan. Since then, I've read many of this author's books and purchased still more that I'm itching to find time to read. It is a wonderful moment for me when I receive one of her books for review, because not only do I know her books always earn a positive review, which is easier to write, but that means I get to prioritize her book in my reading pile! Passion For the Game quickly earned its place as my favorite Sylvia Day title to date. While I have loved all of her books, something about this one just completely did it for me. The plot, the characters, all of it served to hook me from the beginning and refused to let me go until the end. Nay, I can't even say it has released me now, since I can't stop thinking about the sequels to this marvelous book I know are coming! Both St. John and Lady Winter are people who find themselves the victim of their circumstances, but neither are the type to allow themselves to be cast as victims, and they each soon take control of the situation, butting heads in the most delightfully sexy ways. Watching these two strong-willed personalities `duke it out' both in and out of the bedroom makes for a gripping story you won't be able to put down until the end! I have to tell you, however, that I was quite upset at the end of Chapter Four. It was my own fault, really, though. You see, I like to read during my lunch hour. I had the great misfortune to reach the end of Chapter Four as my lunch ended one day, and there I was, stuck at work for another five hours with the heroine standing near-naked in the hallway with the hero completely naked in his doorway. I seriously considered whether or not I could go home for the rest of the day so I could read the rest of the book - and I don't ever play hooky! Alas, I stuck out the rest of the day, although my mind kept wandering back to Passion for the Game and the heat that I could feel spilling from those pages when I left our intrepid couple. I headed straight home from work that evening, and immediately devoured the rest of the book. I even forgot to eat dinner that night, I was so consumed with this story. I don't care if you love historicals or not, this is a fantastic story that is a must-read for Romance lovers. While set in historical time, the period is not the focus of the piece, and it is easy to imagine this pair of lovers in any era, fighting the same sexy battle. Do yourself a huge favor and run right out to get your copy of Passion for the Game. You will not be disappointed! Series Order: Ask For It Passion for the Game A Passion for Him

Listening to the twist and turns of their love affair made me wish that the book was longer ... Just so you enjoy the two of their banter and intense love. Christopher had truly met his match in Maria. I love how powerful and confident Maria is. She is such a likable character you really want her to gain control of her life. She is fearless and willing to do whatever it takes to free her sister. From the last book (Ask For It), you know that Christopher is a fierce pirate who has nothing to loose, since his brother was killed. He however takes care of his people building great loyalty. The two provide such intensity, I am amazed that the pages do not catch on fire. I also enjoyed the innocent love story of Colin and Amelia, which contrast and accents Maria and Christopher's relationship. But Simon Quinn has to be one of my favorite characters. Nothing can hold that Irishman down. I look forward to the next book in the series.

Sylvia Day just keeps getting better and better. From the first page of "Passion For The Game" to the last I was enthralled and read it in nearly one sitting. The love between Maria and Christopher was convincing and their chemistry was scorching. Yes, this is an erotic romance, however, not along the clinical lines. The love scenes were highly sensuous and graphic but beautifully written, not at all gratuitous, imho. I have read my fair share of erotica and have found very few authors that can combine hot sex with an emotional romance. Sylvia Day is one of the few. There was plenty of sexual tension, angst, hero-jealousy, and a really well drawn cast of characters that have stuck with me long after I closed the last page. I cannot wait for Colin and Amelia's book.

I love all books by Sylvia Day. I also love books with characters in past centuries. Her characters are always so well written and have such personalities. The research she must do to make things true to the era of time in this book! She describes the clothes, the parties, the mode of transportation so well that I easily get so many pictures in my mind of how different things were during that time in history. The interactions between Christopher and Maria were so developed that you could feel all the excitement or heartbreak between them. One of many couples that Sylvia Day develops so well. I loved it and recommend it for other readers!

Good story line for the mystery, and taking care of a bad guy/problem, but the book is woven equally back and forth in chapters between vivid sex scenes (like the women's books written for this purpose), and then the scene about something bad going on in the background). The sex scenes for me were just too much and I wouldn't buy the author again. Too much detailed sex scenes, about 50% or more of the content. Lots of people love and buy Harlequin books for this reason and they will love this one too, it's just not my thing so much.

Sylvia doesn’t disappoint. This was a well written story and very enjoyable to read. I fell in love with Lady Winter from the very beginning and kept falling more in love as the book went on. I loved her spice and sass especially in a time when neither was commonplace. Most especially for a woman. I love the man that is outside of the “suitable suitors”. I like the underdog. How could I not love a pirate? At first I wasn’t so sure but it wasn’t long until we knew they would be together and to just hold on and find out where all of the pieces would fall into place. Great read. Definitely recommend.

Good book

I loved this book. I read book 3 before book 2 and this was far better. A really compelling read with 2 strong and intelligent leads. Both had a luck of trust and so whilst massively attracted to each other they tiptoed about as their relationship developed. Enjoyable story and I couldn’t put it down.

Great reading

ok

Once you read one, you have to read the entire series. That is just what I did. I started with the first book and HAD to complete the collection. Will definitely try other series by this author. Love this author.