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The Carnal Court #3
Shameless
I contain the power of a goddess, but will it be enough to protect those I love?
I am being haunted. After choosing to remain in Faery, I'm finally settling into life with my mates. The connection to these men is deeper than I ever imagined, and each day I fall deeper in love. But dreams of the mate beyond my reach torture me. They pull me into a world of impossible pleasure, and each time I wake, my desperation to save him grows.
Even hidden behind walls of pure magic, I'm not safe from the enemies who still hunt me. The Goddess's power is both a gift and a curse. I can protect those I love, but the power alone draws the attention of those who want it for themselves, and will do anything to get it.
Now someone has been taken by that same enemy. Someone I am not willing to lose. Darkness is stirring in the heart of Faery, and my mates and I are being drawn toward its center. In order to move forward, I must face the impossible: sacrifice the goddess's gift or lose someone I love.
SHAMELESS is the third book in a steamy, medium-burn full-length reverse harem fantasy romance series. No choosing, no cheating. Mature readers only, and beware of cliffhangers!
I am being haunted. After choosing to remain in Faery, I'm finally settling into life with my mates. The connection to these men is deeper than I ever imagined, and each day I fall deeper in love. But dreams of the mate beyond my reach torture me. They pull me into a world of impossible pleasure, and each time I wake, my desperation to save him grows.
Even hidden behind walls of pure magic, I'm not safe from the enemies who still hunt me. The Goddess's power is both a gift and a curse. I can protect those I love, but the power alone draws the attention of those who want it for themselves, and will do anything to get it.
Now someone has been taken by that same enemy. Someone I am not willing to lose. Darkness is stirring in the heart of Faery, and my mates and I are being drawn toward its center. In order to move forward, I must face the impossible: sacrifice the goddess's gift or lose someone I love.
SHAMELESS is the third book in a steamy, medium-burn full-length reverse harem fantasy romance series. No choosing, no cheating. Mature readers only, and beware of cliffhangers!
250 pages, Kindle Edition
First published February 25, 2020
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About the author
Devyn Sinclair
33 books1,434 followersDevyn Sinclair writes steamy Reverse Harem romances for your wildest fantasies. Every sexy story is packed with the right amount steam, fiery hot men, and delicious happy endings.
She lives in the wilds of Montana in a small red house with a crazy orange cat. When Devyn's not writing, she spends time outside in big sky country, continues her quest to find the best lemon pastry there is, drinks a lot of tea and buys too many books. (Of course!)
She lives in the wilds of Montana in a small red house with a crazy orange cat. When Devyn's not writing, she spends time outside in big sky country, continues her quest to find the best lemon pastry there is, drinks a lot of tea and buys too many books. (Of course!)
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February 25, 2020
This is definitely my favourite book in the series! I know it's funny because I felt the same about each book when I was reading it, but seriously, this book is so fast paced, so much happens and it's soooooooooooooo hot, for real.
It is beautiful to watch Kari getting stronger and more powerful, however my heart was hurting for her because of all the hardships she was going through. Nevertheless, she is strong and she can take whatever life throws at her.
Kari's group is so loving and wonderful. It was beautiful to see how the author kept developing the characters and their relationships, changing group dynamics, and showing negative feelings disappearing, as they are gradually replaced by love and loyalty. They are all so wonderful.
So much happens in this book and most of it is so unexpected. The evil is getting closer, a secret plan gets revealed, and Kari finally understands her role in it. And it is scary, and the whole book and series is so exciting! I seriously can't wait to read more and see what happens. Fortunately the next book has already been announced!!!
Books only make sense if read in order: Fevered (The Carnal Court Book 1), Euphoria (The Carnal Court Book 2), Shameless (The Carnal Court Book 3), and Breathless (The Carnal Court Book 4).
It is beautiful to watch Kari getting stronger and more powerful, however my heart was hurting for her because of all the hardships she was going through. Nevertheless, she is strong and she can take whatever life throws at her.
Kari's group is so loving and wonderful. It was beautiful to see how the author kept developing the characters and their relationships, changing group dynamics, and showing negative feelings disappearing, as they are gradually replaced by love and loyalty. They are all so wonderful.
So much happens in this book and most of it is so unexpected. The evil is getting closer, a secret plan gets revealed, and Kari finally understands her role in it. And it is scary, and the whole book and series is so exciting! I seriously can't wait to read more and see what happens. Fortunately the next book has already been announced!!!
Books only make sense if read in order: Fevered (The Carnal Court Book 1), Euphoria (The Carnal Court Book 2), Shameless (The Carnal Court Book 3), and Breathless (The Carnal Court Book 4).
March 2, 2020
So this book was so good. It got me real good. The book blew me out of the water and into something else. I was surprised to see more elements in this book but I loved it!!!!
February 24, 2020
This next installment in the Carnal Court Series starts off with a bang, literally. I loved being back in the world with Kari and her men. I enjoyed finding out more about them and seeing them connect on a deeper level. This book is the perfect mixture of action, sexy times and suspense. It makes you never want to put it down. I can’t wait to see what else is in store for Kari and her mates.
February 26, 2020
love this series! bring on the fourth book, please 😊
April 26, 2024
I’m reading The Carnal Court: The Complete Series and reviewing each book as I go.
I’m liking each book less than the last. Kari is annoying and reckless. all of their inner monologues are repetitive as hell. I’m beyond tired of the narrative questions. the plot is about as thin as it gets.
Aeric gets the most screen time is this installment. Urien and Verys got the shaft on consummating their matebond with Kari compared to Aeric and Brae.
I kinda care what happens to Kiaran, or I would probably quit reading now, because these books just are tedious to get through. I’m gonna take a break and hopefully find something good to read before slogging through the rest of this series.
I’m liking each book less than the last. Kari is annoying and reckless. all of their inner monologues are repetitive as hell. I’m beyond tired of the narrative questions. the plot is about as thin as it gets.
Aeric gets the most screen time is this installment. Urien and Verys got the shaft on consummating their matebond with Kari compared to Aeric and Brae.
I kinda care what happens to Kiaran, or I would probably quit reading now, because these books just are tedious to get through. I’m gonna take a break and hopefully find something good to read before slogging through the rest of this series.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
May 13, 2022
THIS REVIEW CONTAINS SPOILERS FOR THE PREVIOUS BOOKS!
Kari is settling into life in the faery realm as a human with her 5 mates after her world is turned upside down. Cursed, healed, gifted with the Goddess’s magic and now facing having to seal the bond with her Fae mates, Kari is on one heck of an adventure. But the trouble isn’t over. Ariana is still after Kari and her magic, not only using Kari’s sixth mate against her but now Ariana has taken someone else and Kari will stop at nothing to take back charge of her life.
This series just keeps getting better and better! While Shameless is the shortest in the series so far, it does not fall short on the adventure, suspense, or the steam. We focus on Aeric in this book more than Kari’s other mates and boy was I shocked at how Aeric acts behind closed doors! It may have just been me missing something, but I did not see this one coming based on the previous books. One less favorable aspect of Shameless is that there were quite a few typos/grammatical errors that if you aren’t paying attention, will throw you off quite a bit. I did have to reread a few sentences here and there to figure out what the author meant. However, this did not stop me from reading this whole thing in one sitting and immediately downloading Book 4 to start once I am done with this review!
Kari is settling into life in the faery realm as a human with her 5 mates after her world is turned upside down. Cursed, healed, gifted with the Goddess’s magic and now facing having to seal the bond with her Fae mates, Kari is on one heck of an adventure. But the trouble isn’t over. Ariana is still after Kari and her magic, not only using Kari’s sixth mate against her but now Ariana has taken someone else and Kari will stop at nothing to take back charge of her life.
This series just keeps getting better and better! While Shameless is the shortest in the series so far, it does not fall short on the adventure, suspense, or the steam. We focus on Aeric in this book more than Kari’s other mates and boy was I shocked at how Aeric acts behind closed doors! It may have just been me missing something, but I did not see this one coming based on the previous books. One less favorable aspect of Shameless is that there were quite a few typos/grammatical errors that if you aren’t paying attention, will throw you off quite a bit. I did have to reread a few sentences here and there to figure out what the author meant. However, this did not stop me from reading this whole thing in one sitting and immediately downloading Book 4 to start once I am done with this review!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
July 20, 2022
Gripping read
The fmc is very impulsive, putting herself and her men at risk every time her heart string is pulled. It was a bit annoying at times. Her men are all working together to keep her safe and following her lead when she gets head strong. I am glad that she eventually listens. It was a bit cringeworthy reading the scenes where she’s deliberately withholding the secret of another mate. I suspected Ariana used Kiaran as a decoy to date her friend Emma. It hasn’t been confirmed but it just seemed coincidental that Kari spoke aloud of her 6th mate and Emma met someone she refused to name. Kari seems to have all this power but when push comes to shove she seems to freeze. I gave it a 4 star because I didn’t find there was much of a balance between all the negatives that were happening verses the positives. The plot was a secret for most of the series but it did leave clues here and there. Ariana being stripped of magic, stealing others to replenish what was lost. I’m very interested in how this turns out though.
The fmc is very impulsive, putting herself and her men at risk every time her heart string is pulled. It was a bit annoying at times. Her men are all working together to keep her safe and following her lead when she gets head strong. I am glad that she eventually listens. It was a bit cringeworthy reading the scenes where she’s deliberately withholding the secret of another mate. I suspected Ariana used Kiaran as a decoy to date her friend Emma. It hasn’t been confirmed but it just seemed coincidental that Kari spoke aloud of her 6th mate and Emma met someone she refused to name. Kari seems to have all this power but when push comes to shove she seems to freeze. I gave it a 4 star because I didn’t find there was much of a balance between all the negatives that were happening verses the positives. The plot was a secret for most of the series but it did leave clues here and there. Ariana being stripped of magic, stealing others to replenish what was lost. I’m very interested in how this turns out though.
June 2, 2022
Since this is only the third book and there are multiple books beyond this, I knew things couldn’t go smoothly… But poor Kari. She just can’t escape the danger that is her life. Six mates, but not all of them can be mated. She can’t keep everyone around her safe, and the fact that she loves so many people makes it easy for Ariana to find people to use against her. And Ariana isn’t giving up any time soon.
And I’m not going to stop reading any time soon either. This series is non-stop, and I didn’t want to put it down once I’d started. The steamy scenes are GREAT. I love to see the relationship developments between Kari and her men. Not to mention the friendships between the men. I highly recommend giving this series a read.
And I’m not going to stop reading any time soon either. This series is non-stop, and I didn’t want to put it down once I’d started. The steamy scenes are GREAT. I love to see the relationship developments between Kari and her men. Not to mention the friendships between the men. I highly recommend giving this series a read.
November 11, 2022
Can't stop turning the pages
So many twists...so many emotions. That but there with Emma in the end nearly broke my heart. I just hope she doesn't become like Kent was because of the experience.
Kieran's situation too is heartbreaking. I really hope kari finds him a way out in the next book.
Kari and her guys still have a big fight in their hands and I cannot wait to read it.
So many twists...so many emotions. That but there with Emma in the end nearly broke my heart. I just hope she doesn't become like Kent was because of the experience.
Kieran's situation too is heartbreaking. I really hope kari finds him a way out in the next book.
Kari and her guys still have a big fight in their hands and I cannot wait to read it.
August 20, 2024
Shameless was excellent!
Shameless, book 3 of The Carnal Court series, by Devyn Sinclair @devyn_sinclair. I am a huge fan of Devyn’s & this book was no different!
I loved this 3rd installment of this series about Kari, Aeric, Brae, Kent, Verys, Urien, & Kiaran! So excited to continue the series. If you like RH, no MM, Fae, PNR, more murder attempts, fated mates & a new Fae dimension then you'll love this series.
Shameless, book 3 of The Carnal Court series, by Devyn Sinclair @devyn_sinclair. I am a huge fan of Devyn’s & this book was no different!
I loved this 3rd installment of this series about Kari, Aeric, Brae, Kent, Verys, Urien, & Kiaran! So excited to continue the series. If you like RH, no MM, Fae, PNR, more murder attempts, fated mates & a new Fae dimension then you'll love this series.
August 4, 2020
I am hooked on this series, it is such a shame that it is not getting much love or reviews! Devyn Sinclair is such an imaginative author, never once was I bored reading this 3rd book. If you're into RH, sexy reads and not Academy (nothing wrong with Academy, I quite like it) then give this series a go. At present this is free to read on Kindle Unlimited.
June 9, 2022
Shameless
I am really enjoying this series. So much action and a lot of heat. I cannot wait for them to take down Ariana. And I need Kiaran to be free. Kari has so much power and will doing anything for those she loves. I love seeing the relationships between the guys change and grow, especially Kent. Can't wait to see what happens next.
I am really enjoying this series. So much action and a lot of heat. I cannot wait for them to take down Ariana. And I need Kiaran to be free. Kari has so much power and will doing anything for those she loves. I love seeing the relationships between the guys change and grow, especially Kent. Can't wait to see what happens next.
January 15, 2023
another great one!
Spice: 4/5 - a little too much, would prefer more plot and background
My heart just aches. Her bff getting caught in this and her mate. Hurts me entirely. I’m enjoying this story line, but I wish we could get some more answers. Why is her mate bound to Ariana? What happened to her friend while being held? Hope this gets tied up
Spice: 4/5 - a little too much, would prefer more plot and background
My heart just aches. Her bff getting caught in this and her mate. Hurts me entirely. I’m enjoying this story line, but I wish we could get some more answers. Why is her mate bound to Ariana? What happened to her friend while being held? Hope this gets tied up
August 18, 2023
Can we catch a break?
Poor Kari is just one step forward and 3 back. And I have to say she is a little too self sacrifing but I also get it. But her poor mates are going to age before their time. I also need Kent to become an official mate some way, some how cause he deserves it. Guess we'll see what crazy idea Kari is going to come up with...
Poor Kari is just one step forward and 3 back. And I have to say she is a little too self sacrifing but I also get it. But her poor mates are going to age before their time. I also need Kent to become an official mate some way, some how cause he deserves it. Guess we'll see what crazy idea Kari is going to come up with...
August 24, 2023
Whew
My glasses are foggy and having to touch grass is an UNDERSTATEMENT. I am really loving the series. The progression is excellent, but I am afraid of alllll the building and lead up and something unthinkable happening. I also cannot wait to see Odette and Emma back and how their friendship will/has changed. On to the next book!
My glasses are foggy and having to touch grass is an UNDERSTATEMENT. I am really loving the series. The progression is excellent, but I am afraid of alllll the building and lead up and something unthinkable happening. I also cannot wait to see Odette and Emma back and how their friendship will/has changed. On to the next book!
November 17, 2023
4⭐️ Enjoyable read but it feels like a “middle” book. I want more back story and motive from our bad guy Ariana.
I was a little disappointed with the bonding process. Aeric and Brae seemed to get more attention and a “bonding night” to solidify the bond. Poor Verys and Urien had to share and got little fanfare. I want Kent to get a bond and her poor lost mate Kairan is just trapped.
I was a little disappointed with the bonding process. Aeric and Brae seemed to get more attention and a “bonding night” to solidify the bond. Poor Verys and Urien had to share and got little fanfare. I want Kent to get a bond and her poor lost mate Kairan is just trapped.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
February 19, 2025
Loved it! 💕
I’m reading this series in record time. I can’t put it down. This book, like the others in the series, is beautifully written and the characters are all really well done.
I have always loved reading about the fae and this book definitely doesn’t disappoint. I can’t wait to start book 4!
I’m reading this series in record time. I can’t put it down. This book, like the others in the series, is beautifully written and the characters are all really well done.
I have always loved reading about the fae and this book definitely doesn’t disappoint. I can’t wait to start book 4!
March 16, 2020
Wow, seriously!!!
This book is amazing.
The characters have depth, the world building is fantastic and the story line grips you so you don't want to put it down.
This is an author to definitely watch and follow.
I can't wait to see what's next.
This book is amazing.
The characters have depth, the world building is fantastic and the story line grips you so you don't want to put it down.
This is an author to definitely watch and follow.
I can't wait to see what's next.
March 10, 2023
Loving this series and how it's developing! All the main characters are likable, with a good mix of plot and character interactions. Hopefully, Kari has better luck in the next book, with minimal fallout! Again, fantastic writing!
February 23, 2024
Doing a joint review for the whole series. First off never had a book with my name in it so obviously going to love the FMC just for repping my name lol. Seriously though Kari and her men gave me all the feels. Smiles, laughs and actually cried with Lari when she was in the closet. I felt that scene in my bones. Devyn does a great job with painting a picture. I have never wanted to be in a fictional realm as much as I did this. The crystal court sounded STUNNING! Great quick reads!
June 12, 2024
Shameless indeed and it’s hot! Really enjoying this series. Good pace, character development but to get 5 stars it just needs a final edit to get rid of those little annoying mistakes that stop you in mid sentence whilst you think what is wrong about it.
March 7, 2025
It keeps getting better with each book!
The characters are well written and complex. They evoke feelings of what a “typical” relationship would have & it’s refreshing to see it come alive in the book. The spice level has turned up in this one! Off to read the next one….
The characters are well written and complex. They evoke feelings of what a “typical” relationship would have & it’s refreshing to see it come alive in the book. The spice level has turned up in this one! Off to read the next one….
May 29, 2022
🖤
Oh my gosh what a wild ride and BTW I absolutely love mate #7. I really hope it all works out because he seems so sweet.
Oh my gosh what a wild ride and BTW I absolutely love mate #7. I really hope it all works out because he seems so sweet.
September 23, 2022
3.5 stars
January 5, 2025
3.25 stars
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