The story itself is about a catholic priest who is our alpha delicious hero who became a priest out of guilt for a crime that a priest committed against his sister. But he still had desires and they are put to the test when a young woman comes in for confession. It’s her first time in a Catholic Church and she has her own inner struggles that she had to face up to but the chemistry between these two is explosive. They explore that chemistry that they feel for each other and try to keep their relationship a secret but both of them will have to find a way to find the peace they are searching for and also fight for what they have and to keep it.

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A sharp tug in my chest. How often had I whispered those same words to the ceiling in the rectory, lying awake in bed, consumed with thoughts of what my life could have been? I need to know that everything will be okay. Overall, “Priest” is a well-written and engaging novel that pushes the boundaries of traditional romance and delves into the complexities of human desire and faith. It is a must-read for fans of erotic romance and anyone who enjoys thought-provoking and provocative storytelling. I should go now,” she said, echoing her earlier words. “Thank you for what you said. It was…it was unnervingly accurate. Thank you.”And I still noticed women, certainly, but I had become quite adept at steering my thoughts away from the sexual. Celibacy had become a controversial tenant of the priesthood these last few years, but I still abided carefully by it. Especially in light of what had happened to my sister. And what had happened to this parish before I came. You aren’t stupid,” I said, my voice gentler. “This isn’t a contract. This isn’t you promising to come to Mass every week for the rest of your life. This is a moment that you can be heard. By me…by God…maybe even by yourself. You came in here because you were looking for that moment, and I can give it to you. So please. Stay.” So even though her husky laugh echoed in my ears the rest of the day, I firmly and deliberately tamped down the memory of her voice and went on with my duties, the only exception being that I prayed an extra rosary or two for that woman, thinking of her plea. I need to know that everything will be okay.

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No penance, but I do have a small assignment,” I said. “It’s to think about your life. You have strong faith but no direction. Other than the Church, what gives you passion in life? Why do you get out of bed in the morning? What gives your daily activities and thoughts meaning?” No. I needed to focus. And not on the way her voice made me suddenly feel much more man than priest. Oh,” she said. She sounded a little surprised, as if she hadn’t actually expected me to remember her. “Good. I guess.” Never,” she finished for me. She sounded young, but not too young. My age, if not a little younger. And her voice carried the accent-less rush of the city, not the leisurely twang I sometimes heard out here in rural Missouri. “I, um. I saw the church while I was at the winery across the street. And I wanted to—well, I have some things that are bothering me. I’ve never been particularly religious, but I thought maybe…” She trailed off for a minute and then abruptly inhaled. “This was stupid. I should go.” I heard her stand.She let out a long breath. “I just…the things that are weighing on me, I don’t know if I should tell them to anyone. Much less to you.” My words came out deeper than I’d meant them to, more clipped. A tone I hadn’t taken with a woman in a long time. “I remember you.” I've always been good at following rules.Until she came.My name is Tyler Anselm Bell. I'm twenty-nine years old. Six months ago, I broke my vow of celibacy on the altar of my own church, and God help me, I would do it again.I am a priest and this is my confession.

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The chemistry between Tyler and Poppy is intense and palpable, and the love scenes are sizzling and sensual without being gratuitous or overly graphic. Simone manages to walk a fine line between eroticism and blasphemy, and the result is a provocative and thought-provoking story that challenges readers to question their own beliefs about love, sex, and religion. A really base and awful part of me wanted to hear her confession still, not so I could give her more specific counseling and assurance, but so that I could know exactly what carnal things this girl had to apologize for. I wanted to hear her whisper those things in her breathy voice, I wanted to take her into my arms and kiss away every single tear. Close. First, we make the sign of the cross. In the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit…” I could hear her echoing the words with me. “Now you tell me how long it’s been since your last confession, which was—”This booth was the antithesis to that room—constrained and formal, made of dark wood and unnecessarily ornate molding. I’m not a claustrophobic man, but this booth could turn me into one. I folded my hands and thanked God for the success of our latest fundraiser. Ten thousand more dollars, and we would be able to renovate St. Margaret’s of Weston, Missouri into something resembling a modern church. No more fake wood paneling in the foyer. No more red carpet—admittedly good for hiding wine stains—but terrible for the atmosphere. There would be windows and light and modernity. I’d been assigned to this parish because of its painful past…and my own. Moving past that would take more than a facelift for the building, but I wanted to show my parishioners that the church was able to change. To grow. To move into the future. One of the strengths of this novel is its skillful handling of the religious themes and imagery. Simone’s writing style is richly descriptive and vividly captures the essence of the Catholic Church and its rituals. She does an excellent job of exploring the inner conflict and struggles of a man who is torn between his calling to serve God and his deep-seated desires for a woman.

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She hesitated. “Not really.” But she didn’t elaborate and I didn’t press, mostly because I was trying to coach myself away from the host of implausible desires that crowded my mind. There was no doubt that she was crying now. I could hear her pulling the Kleenexes from the box put inside the booth for just that purpose. I could catch only the faintest suggestions of movement through the screen, what looked like glossy dark hair and what could have been the pale white of her face. That seems significantly more priest-like.” There was a long silence. “What if…do you ever have people who have done really bad things?” One potential criticism of this book is that it may not be for everyone. The explicit sexual content and controversial subject matter may be off-putting to some readers, particularly those who are deeply religious or have strong convictions about the sacredness of the priesthood. Priest” by Sierra Simone is an romance novel that tells the story of Tyler Bell, a young man who has always felt a calling to become a priest, and Poppy Danforth, a woman who becomes his confidante and love interest. The novel explores the taboo topic of a romantic relationship between a priest and a layperson and delves into the complex issues of faith, desire, and morality.The screen helps,” she admitted. “It’s easier to not see you, with, you know, the robes and stuff while I’m talking.” Carnal.” She laughed, and it was breathy, rich music. I suddenly found myself wondering what she looked like—whether she was fair or tanned, whether she was curvy or slender, whether her lips were delicate or full. Don’t give me that seminary horseshit,” she said sharply. “I’m asking you a real question. I did something bad. Really bad. And I don’t know what happens next.”