I cut my romance reading teeth on authors like Johanna Lindsey, Julie Garwood, and Beatrice Small who are all renowned for their steamy, historical romances. And whether I burned myself out on the genre or just found that I liked much darker elements in my books as I got older, I moved away from books of this elk. After more than 15 years of reading primarily dark and contemporary romances I delved into historical romance once again on a whim with Sea of Ruins by the incredibly talented Pam Godwin.
If you’ve never had the pleasure of reading Pam’s work, I implore you to pick any book she’s written. I’ve yet to talk to any readers who’ve found her stories to be less than a 5-Star read—but be forewarned, she writes a little darker and sexier than some might be prepared for. Also, it should be noted that at times, her work might hold triggers for some readers. When I bought Sea of Ruins, I honestly was just supporting an author that I utterly love and I wasn’t sure I was going to read it because I’ve moved away from historical romances. Still, the cover and my love for the author’s storytelling compelled me to sit down one night and dive into Sea of Ruin and I. AM. STUNNED! Sea of Ruins is utterly PHENOMENAL. Without a doubt one of my top reads this year and if I’m being perfectly frank, one of the best books I’ve read in several years.
Sea of Ruins is a super sexy, love triangle, dark, historical romance told entirely from the heroine’s perspective. It’s unlike any historical romance I’ve ever read and completely underrated with the 5-stars I’ve given it to be sure. Pam Godwin paints a picture that is unquestionably based in fact and history. The realism of her story highlights the factual aspects of piracy, the slave trade, unjust and unequal expectations placed on women in history and so much more… Yet, Sea of Ruin also illustrates an elegant and erotic romance that is without a doubt one-of-a-kind.
Pam Godwin pens a dark, erotic masterpiece. Sea of Ruin is exceptional in every way including an evocative prose I found riveting, authentic vocabulary, an endlessly entertaining plot and outstanding characters. The plot had me so wrapped up that before I knew it the sun was rising, and I had another 15% of the story to finish. Sea of Ruin’s storyline is the very embodiment of brilliance. Pam delivers a breathtaking and a fast-paced story that’s deliciously dark. It straddles the line between brutal and magnificent while also offering readers a depth that is often overlooked in modern storytelling. The characters were every bit as compelling as the storyline and I couldn’t have loved them more. The heroine, Bennett, is torn between two men—the King of Libertines, the ‘feral’ Priest Farrell and her pirate hunter, Lord Ashley Cutler. For a historical romance, the love triangle was not only unique but five alarm fire sexy. The sexy times in this book will leave you in desperate need of charged batteries or your S.O.—or both!!!😉 Whatever your reading, set it aside! One-click Sea of Ruin and settle in for one of the best stories you’ll read this year…perhaps in the next several years!
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AHOY MATEY!!! Are ye hearties on the hunt for some BoOtY?!?🍑🍑🍑CW/TW: assault, sexual assault, murder, rape, kidnapping, graphic violence, torture, starvation, death of parents, power/control issues, graphic sexFire in the hole!! Ye been warned, this story is not for the faint of heart!However, if you’ve been plundering for sexy pirates, a bad*ss heroine, one delish pirate hunter, adventure, antics, & suspense around every corner, Sea of Ruin by Pam Godwin is the siren song calling your name!This scallywag went into this tale knowing very little & it has proved to be the superior reading route for this particular voyage (in my highly biased opinion)Batten down the hatches, I’ll give ye the DL on but a few plot points:🏴☠️There is a bit of a time hop after the first few chapters which I appreciated bc #context🏴☠️This is NOT a reverse harem!!There are 2 love interests & we shall leave it at that 😉🏴☠️While idk how historically accurate it is, the writing felt very pirate-y/18th century which added to my personal enjoyment🏴☠️Some of the graphic descriptions were brutal & A LOT to stomachHere be some ✨Random Ass Thoughts✨ to tide ye over:🔥Pirate daddy with a Welsh accent + prim, captor, naval daddy with a British accent= stimulation OVERLOAD, whewwwwie these 2!! 🤤🔥She’s a slow burn with the MOST tension & I gobbled it UP!! Why do I crave emotional PAIN?!🔥Compared to other E2L books, this one felt like they could REALLY be enemies with some high stakes at play🔥I didn’t realize how gnarly an orange allergy could be??🔥This might be the 1st time I’m not into a Scotsman?! I felt like I was going against my core values here.🔥While our heroine def had some eye roll moments, she was also genuinely a baddie who could outsmart the boys & hold her own!!🔥Just looked it up, I had 244 highlights in this book lolol I was *obsessed* with almost every line (clearly)Brace your sea legs, grab your cutlass, & swab the main deck as ye prepare for a pirate love story on par with a chest full of doubloons!! 💕
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Tatianna
The dark pirate romance I didn't know I needed! 5 STARS!
Reviewed in Canada on November 16, 2022
Tatianna
Reviewed in Canada on November 16, 2022
This book ruined me in the best possible way.
I'd like to note that this book is trauma-heavy and absolutely will not be for everyone. This is the type of book for readers who want to dive into something with an open mind, who appreciate unconventional endings and enjoy dark, emotionally heavy reads.
Bennet Sharp is a badass you-know-what. I didn't know how much I needed a female pirate protagonist to idolize until I started reading this book. Bennett is the product of a love affair between a woman of noble blood and a pirate. She's been told to carry this badge with shame, but instead she swells with pride at the thought of her father, the great Edric Sharp, and dreams of living a pirate's life.
"Outrage, exhilaration, and pure, unadulterated joy rushed through me. Nothing made my blood sing like a man who wasn’t afraid to fight a woman."
By the age of 21, she's become a captain of her own pirate ship, respected by her crew and infamous among the authorities. She's a force to be reckoned with, having earned a fearsome reputation through pillage and bloodshed. She's a cunning, fierce leader with a spit-fire attitude, yet she is anything but cold. She loves deeply and her loyalty to her loved ones, her crew and her ship knows no bounds. She is a multi-faceted character that never misses an opportunity to challenge the laws of the patriarchy and I am obsessed with her.
"Love isn't a decision. It arrives unannounced, breeds madness, and leaves a sea of ruin in its wake."
Bennett finds herself being tracked and hunted by two men with very different agendas. The first, Priest Farrell, is a particularly swoon-worthy pirate from her past, determined to make things right following a massive betrayal. And the second, Lord Ashley Cutler, is a pirate-hunter for the royal navy, whose intention is to capture Bennett and claim the bounty on her head.
Priest is a bold and charismatic pirate, whereas Ashley is a stoic and hardened officer of the law. They are so incredibly different from each other, but so sinfully alluring in their own way. What they have in common is a burning desire to find Bennett and never let her go, and what follows is an action-packed adventure full of angst, turmoil, and deep, thrilling romance.
“It doesn’t matter how far we fall, how much pain we inflict, or how dark it becomes in the ruin. I’m going to be with you, waiting for you, loving you, forgiving you. I’m never letting go, Bennett. Never.”
I don't want to go into further detail about the plot or characters because I truly think this book is best to be experienced somewhat blind. I will say the chemistry between characters is masterfully developed; it's palpable and visceral and raw and I could feel all of their intense emotions. My heart broke for these characters, feared for them, and rejoiced for them. The plot and pacing is perfect. The dialogue and banter is top tier, and the world-building is immersive, flawless and fantastical. The intimate scenes are scorching and emotionally intense — I was swooning and sweating and seriously hot and bothered. I can't choose between these men, I want them both.
The writing in this book is brilliant and breathtaking. I was completely swept away and I can't get over it. Pam Godwin has won me over! I encourage anyone that likes dark romance to read this book, even those who might be hesitant to read historical fiction.
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