Loving Rose

The Redemption of Malcolm Sinclair

By: Stephanie Laurens

Narrated by: Napoleon Ryan

#1 New York Times bestselling author returns with another thrilling story from the Casebook of Barnaby Adair . . .

Miraculously spared from death, Malcolm Sinclair erases the notorious man he once was. Reinventing himself as Thomas Glendower, he strives to make amends for his past, yet he never imagines penance might come via a secretive lady he discovers living in his secluded manor.

Rose has a plausible explanation for why she and her children are residing in Thomas's house, but she quickly realizes he's far too intelligent to fool. Revealing the truth is impossibly dangerous, yet day by day he wins her trust, and then her heart.

But then her enemy closes in, and Rose turns to Thomas as the only man who can protect her and the children. And when she asks for his help, Thomas finally understands his true purpose, and with unwavering commitment, he seeks his redemption the only way he can—through living the reality of loving Rose.

Glad Malcolm Sinclair escaped his watery grave

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Yes. One of the delights of Ms Laurens books is the community of characters that you get to know and make your own. Malcolm Sinclair was very intriguing and his death was a loss of a great character. I'm glad he came back and is the hero he wanted to be.

What was the most interesting aspect of this story? The least interesting?

The experience at the monastery and how he used those lessons even though it was a struggle.It took way to long for him to see his fate.

Which scene was your favorite?

The beginning. The acceptance of his loss of beauty and physical agility set up the whole story and made Sinclair a believable hero.

If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be?

Malcolm returns.

Any additional comments?

The fact that he was waiting for his fate was overdone. I think he needed to buy into the fact that fate or as I believe God's foresight is often right in front of us much sooner.

Mystery and Romance

Must read the Taste of Innocence first before reading this book as it is the continuation of the character Malcom Sinclair, who in this book is now called Thomas. Recovering from his injuries from his fall from the bridge, Thomas is now helping others financially. Going to his home that he purchased long ago, he meets Rose and her family, who is acting as caretakers. Rose is hiding her family from a potential murderer, who wants to kill her half brother who is heir. This a great story and very enjoyable. Napoleon Ryan does a wonderful job as a narrator.

Good balance of mystery & romance

If you are dabbling in Stephanie Laurens books, this is a sequel to The Taste of Innocence - you'll need to read that first. I'm usually disappointed when I don't get Simon Prebble as a narrator, but Napoleon Ryan does a good job* with a light hand. Some of Laurens' novels are really heavy on the sex, and I actually am enjoying the Adair series with a more balanced combination of mystery and plot twists . For once, we don't have a guy trying to seduce a woman with sex, but a mutual attraction borne out of love. I was up until 5am finishing this dang thing!
*One exception: when I asked my English husband if anybody ever says Gros-ven-or square, he looked at me like I had two heads.

Best so far of the series

I would have to say that this is my favorite book of the series. The redemption of Malcolm transformed into Thomas was brilliantly done. He was flawed, and humbled,in an away that few of us will ever experience however, his transformation make this an excellent story. I’m not a fan of this narrator, but I think he did a pretty decent job Narrating the story. I have listened to this one twice already. I think most readers/listeners would enjoy itNarrating the story. I have listened to this one twice already. I think most readers/listeners would enjoy it’s sentiment.

Marvelous Storyline!

The story was unexpected but well worth the read. The developments were intriguing and well defined. I was clearly on board with Thomas and cheered when he raced head on into the consequences.