Sinners Condemned

Sinners Anonymous, Book 2

De: Somme Sketcher

Narrado por: Stephen Dexter, Brooke Daniels

*Part one of a duet.

No good ever comes from a red-head in a stolen dress with her worldly possessions at her feet.

I should have known she was trouble when smoke and sin followed her into my bar and she challenged me to a game.

She may have won my watch, but she started a war.

As she slipped my Breitling off my wrist and onto her own, she gleefully announced she was the luckiest girl in the world.

Yeah, lucky to everyone but me.

Because the moment her muddy boots stomped down the stairs and up my spine, my empire started to crumble.

My cashmere charm is wrinkling.

My gentlemanly facade is cracking.

My enemies are closing in.

Maybe the fortune teller was right:

The Queen of Hearts will drag me down to hell.

At least it’s wonderfully warm among the flames.

Somme's notes:

Sinners Condemned is part one of a duet, and because of this, it ends on a cliffhanger. Rafe and Penny’s story continues in Sinners Consumed.

For a better listening experience, please listen to Sinners Anonymous before listening to Sinners Condemned.

You should know that I write dark romance, and my stories–including this one–aren’t for the faint of heart. They contain several triggers, so aren’t suitable for everyone.

©2023 Somme Sketcher (P)2023 Somme Sketcher

Great performance, but I felt there could be more romance

I love the voice acting on this book. I know there is a third book in this series that is a continuation of this so I’m not upset at all the plot holes, but overall it was good. I definitely recommend reading the first book before this one, you will be missing a lot of context if you don’t.

Amazing All Around

Great world building. Love the narration. The chemistry is there. It is a slow burn but I can tell these two are going to be soooo good when they finally catch fire.

The Characters and Writing

One of the best Mafia romance series in the game! Great characters and amazing writing, I loved it! From start to finish, it’s super addictive.

🌟🌟🌟🌟 a gentleman??? 🌟🌟🌟🌟💫

This book was a wild ride, and honestly, I wasn’t sure how I felt at first. Rafael and Penelope’s relationship? Let’s just say it’s complicated—like “fireworks and hurricanes” complicated.

At first, Rafael’s constant coldness and harsh words really got under my skin. I couldn’t figure out how Penelope stood it! But then, as the story unfolded, I realized there’s so much more to both of them. Rafael has this simmering intensity that pulls you in, and Penelope? She’s a firecracker, always pushing boundaries, stirring up trouble, and refusing to back down.

The push and pull between them is everything. It’s messy and emotional, but the chemistry is undeniable. And as frustrating as they could be, I found myself rooting for them to figure it out. Their pasts, their secrets, the way they challenge each other—it’s what makes the story so addictive.

Somme Sketcher’s writing has this gritty, emotional edge that pulls you in and doesn’t let go. Even when I was frustrated with the characters, I couldn’t stop reading. The twists, the tension, the buildup—it all leads to a cliffhanger that left me desperate for the next book.

If you love enemies-to-lovers with a ton of angst and a romance that keeps you on the edge of your seat, Sinners Condemned is for you. Just be prepared—it’s part one of a duet, and you’ll definitely want to dive into the next book right away!

Re-read/listen material

This is a re-read; or listen if you will, for me. There is just something about these characters and story that has me in a chokehold.

Rafe is absolutely delicious. Penny, oh Penny, is THE IT girl! I have such a crush on her. She’s everything I want and love in a female character.

The narrators added to this story ten-fold and captured the characters so well. Every character has their own voice and tone. This is the top of narrating that makes you appreciate audiobooks and the work and dedication that goes into the production.

An…ticccc…ipaaaaation!!!! 🫦 🤤🤤🤤

I liked Rafe! I didn’t think I would like anyone other than Angelo…but Raphael did it for me. Rafe is all charm and wing tipped shoes, that is until Penelope (Penny) comes crashing into his world. The narration was great, both of them fit the characters and the writing. I have the sinner series on my shelf—I went straight back to audible to get the second of the duet. I’m making myself take breaks, because if I don’t do that, then the story will end 🫣🤭🥹🤣🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️ Came back for my second helping of Rafe and Penny…and DELICIOUS it will be!!

Hands down my favorite book

I’ve read this before but decided to listen this time around and I am so glad I did! Love this series but this book is amazing!

cliff hanger???

didn't feel complete. the ending felt like a cliff hanger of sorts but like 10 more chapters were missing.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Kicking myself for not reading this sooner. Must continue. But one note… that lap dance scene in the car will now and forever live rent free in my head. Thank you Somme. Thank you.

My fave slow burn. I love a mafia romance.

This one was fun! But you have to read the duet back to back. The end of this book just felt cut off without the rest of the story.