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| Sin No More | 
enlarge | Author: Kimberla Lawson Roby Publisher: William Morrow Category: Book
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Avg. Customer Rating: 44 reviews Sales Rank: 15308
Format: Bargain Price Media: Hardcover Edition: 1 Number Of Items: 1 Pages: 288 Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.7 Dimensions (in): 9.1 x 6.3 x 1
Dewey Decimal Number: 813.54 ASIN: B001F0R9LC
Publication Date: February 1, 2008 Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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A man who once thrived on wickedness and counted on forgiveness, Curtis Black has changed his ways. Back in the heart of his congregation and his family, he will no longer stray from the beaten path. Or so he's promised his long-suffering wife, Charlotte. But the sins of the past have strange ways of coming to light. First, Curtis's former mistress shows up with their newborn baby daughter—named Curtina—and insists that Curtis be a part of their lives. Charlotte has forbidden her husband to have anything to do with them, but the trouble is, Curtis's newfound conscience is leading him to have uncomfortable thoughts of responsibility. Also, the interim pastor who took over while Curtis was on a book tour is threatening blackmail. He's gotten too used to life at the pulpit and will do everything in his power to stay there. Meanwhile, Charlotte has her own previous transgressions to deal with. The man who claims to be her son's biological father has turned up and wants to make amends for the past thirteen years. If Charlotte gives in to his increasing requests, she may lose the only child she has left. However, Curtis and Charlotte have been through too much together to give up now. They must work harder than ever—as a mother and a father, as husband and wife—to save their family, their marriage, and their souls.
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The More Things Change...The More They Remain The Same February 1, 2008 13 out of 17 found this review helpful
A witty, page-turning, scandalizing tale about marriage, family, church folks and drama-filled situations, Kimberla Lawson Roby's Sin No More (the fifth novel in the series) brings us another chapter in the Black household. The Reverend Curtis Black is back. His days of cheating, lying and scheming are over, and he promises to sin no more, as he claims he is reformed and a changed man. Or so he believes, but we all know that actions speak louder than words. When pressures mount because of drama with his baby's momma, and the interim pastor who wants a more vested interest in the church that he founded, will Curtis really be able to sin no more? Let us not forget the First Lady, Charlotte. She has always been Curtis' match as she seems to have her share of skeletons rattling around in the closet and believes what is good for the goose is good for the gander. As she continues to mourn the death of her daughter, Charlotte refuses to allow Curtis to spend time with his infant daughter, Curtina, and she will do everything to protect her son, Matthew, from his biological father, David, the ex-husband of her cousin, Anise. As usual, she is planning and scheming and it is not good. Sin No More is a entertaining and heartfelt story about the trials and tribulations of marriage, the strength of families, and how what is done in the dark will come to the light. While some scenes were over the top, and others a little predictable, fans of the Reverend Curtis Black will welcome his return and quickly turn the pages to find out what is going to happen next. As soon as the last page is turned, many will wonder when is the next book going to be released. I recommend Sin No More to readers who cannot get enough of Curtis and Company. Reviewed by Yasmin APOOO BookClub
NOT AS GOOD AS THE OTHERS...... January 30, 2008 12 out of 13 found this review helpful
Reverend Curtis Black is back, and seemingly on his very best behavior. So while Curtis is not creating any new drama, he doesn't have to; there is enough residual old drama from his past to pack this storyline chock-full of the usual Black nonsense. Ex-mistress Tabitha Charles has given birth to the good Reverend's love child....and wife Charlotte is furious. She has forbidden Curtis from having anything to do with baby Curtina; and Curtis is struggling with abiding by his wife's wishes and his need to be a father to his child...whatever the circumstances. To add to the confusion, David, Charlotte's ex-lover and the father of her son Matthew, has just become aware that he has a son and is determined to become a part of Matthew's life. When visitation does not work out to his liking, he threatens to take Charlotte and Curtis to court for full custody of Matthew. And the drama does not end there..... I have always been a fan of this series, but this book just seemed to me to be somewhat repetitious. How much more can we take of this churchgoing couple? Trues fans of the Curtis Black series will not want to miss this one...but there is nothing creative or standout about this novel.
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Worn Out Story January 31, 2008 6 out of 9 found this review helpful
I have read all of Roby's books. She has overdone the Curtis Black theme. This book is just wasted pages. Pastor black has had yet another affair and now has a child with the woman. Every chapter for 2/3 of the book is about how his wife does not want him to talk to this woman or have her in their lives. Every chapter says the same thing over and over. It seemed obvious the author is stretching the story. There just isn't enough to fill a book. She needs to come up with a new character and a new story line. This book was very disappointing.
Time to End the Curtis Black Saga February 5, 2008 6 out of 6 found this review helpful
Roby is an excellent writer and her work is well-edited. She does a great job revealing the consequences of affairs and infidelity, such as illigetimate children and medical issues. However, it is definitely time to end the Curtis Black drama. Black's character has been drawn out long enough. This would be a good time to end the series. If not, it would definitely be overkill. Nonetheless, I did enjoy reading the book.
Sin No More January 28, 2008 5 out of 7 found this review helpful
This book was excellent. I couldn't put the book down I read it in 24 hours... i thought i knew what was going to happen but to my delight there are plenty of surprises...Very good come back from Love & Lies.. Can't wait for her next series...Par Excellent Mrs. Lawson-Roby....
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