Hundreds of audiobooks under $8.
Kindle Unlimited
Unlimited reading. Over 4 million titles. Learn more
Read for Free
OR
$4.99 with 74 percent savings
Print List Price: $18.95

Promotions apply when you purchase

These promotions will be applied to this item:

Some promotions may be combined; others are not eligible to be combined with other offers. For details, please see the Terms & Conditions associated with these promotions.

Sold by Amazon.com Services LLC.
Read with our free app
You've subscribed to ! We will preorder your items within 24 hours of when they become available. When new books are released, we'll charge your default payment method for the lowest price available during the pre-order period.
Update your device or payment method, cancel individual pre-orders or your subscription at
Your Memberships & Subscriptions
Kindle app logo image

Download the free Kindle app and start reading Kindle books instantly on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required.

Read instantly on your browser with Kindle for Web.

Using your mobile phone camera - scan the code below and download the Kindle app.

QR code to download the Kindle App

Follow the author

S. M. Stryker
Follow
Something went wrong. Please try your request again later.

The Sins of a Child Kindle Edition

by SM Stryker (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.4 out of 5 stars 21 ratings

An emotionally riveting, standalone, romantic suspense, about first loves, best friends, and soul mates, comes from Amazon bestselling author SM Stryker.


Raw & Gritty. This isn't your ordinary love story. Sam learned early life wasn't fair. Her life was a lie.

༺❃༻One betrayal. Two broken hearts. And a secret that changes everything. ༺❃༻

Samantha’s life has been defined by loss and regret. She thought she’d finally escaped the shadow of her past—until a devastating revelation threatens to unravel everything.

Oliver has been her strength, her safe place, and the man who sees beyond her scars. But even he can’t shield her from the truth that’s about to destroy the delicate bond they’ve built.

As secrets emerge and enemies close in, Samantha is thrust into a whirlwind of danger, passion, and choices that will test her courage—and her love. Can she find the strength to face her fears and fight for the future she thought was out of reach?

With heart-stopping twists and a romance that burns brighter than the darkest nights, The Sins of a Child will captivate fans of emotional, suspenseful love stories.

Sins of a Child is a new adult romance novel, and contains mentions of physical & sexual abuse, explicit language and sexual scenes, and it is intended for persons 18 years of age and older.

Previously published as The Locket and now completely rewritten and renamed for an even more captivating experience!
Previous slide of product details
  1. Print length
    526 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publication date
    May 15, 2019
  4. File size
    3.8 MB
  5. Page Flip
    Enabled
  6. Word Wise
    Enabled
  7. Enhanced typesetting
    Enabled
Next slide of product details
Amazon Book Sale.
Hundreds of audiobooks under $8. Shop now.

Product details

  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07RXTWK5H
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ May 15, 2019
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 3.8 MB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 526 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.4 out of 5 stars 21 ratings

About the author

Follow authors to get new release updates, plus improved recommendations.
S. M. Stryker

S. M. Stryker

Brief content visible, double tap to read full content.
Full content visible, double tap to read brief content.

Introducing SM Stryker, the Amazon international bestselling author who thrives on crafting suspenseful and wildly unpredictable tales. Her characters are a vibrant mix of strength, intensity, and a dash of sass.

An introverted mortgage broker by day, she discovered her passion for storytelling later in life and never looked back. She's your day-to-night wordsmith, aiming to enthrall and inspire readers with narratives that dive into the shadows and leave you yearning for more.

Her stories are built on real events, featuring larger-than-life characters, and are guaranteed to whisk you into heartfelt happily-ever-afters. Hailing from Oregon, she shares her life with a supportive husband, four adult daughters, and a troop of lively grandchildren.

Though naturally reserved, SM Stryker cherishes every word from her readers. Reach out to her. You won't want to miss her bestsellers, including the captivating "Whispers in the Wind" and the unforgettable "Beckett."

Customer reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars
21 global ratings

Review this product

Share your thoughts with other customers
Write a customer review

Top reviews from the United States

  • Mary Brannian
    5.0 out of 5 stars Indigo Blue
    Reviewed in the United States on June 7, 2019
    Samantha - All she ever wanted was to be loved; her father left her mother and Samantha when she was a small child. Samantha never understood why he left, but she was consumed with guilt. Somehow, some way, Samantha just KNEW it was her fault.

    When her mother re-married, Samantha was thrilled to have a new father (Dylan) and a new brother to love named Grady. But Grady was a predator; he took her innocence at 9. At 13 Samantha's pregnant, and her life is forever altered. Grady is sent away, but not before twisting the knife yet again. "We were each other's first, you will ALWAYS be mine." Samantha spends the next five years looking over her shoulder, trying to avoid Grady.

    You're my air; I can't survive without you. - Oliver

    Oliver- Samantha's protector and friend, he's loved Samantha since the day he met her, but there are some things he can't protect her from. However, as much as Oliver loves Samantha, he carries his own dark secrets.

    “I can't come back to something or someone that can't trust me with the truth.... the truth of my life “- Samantha

    But the secrets that Oliver has been hiding bubble to the surface, and Samantha is kidnapped. Traumatized and beaten, Samantha holds tightly to the thought of Oliver; Oliver: her friend, her love, her life.

    As Samantha struggles to recover from the traumatic events she had just undergone, evil again surges in the shadows. Tendrils of malevolence and a miasma of deeply buried but not forgotten guilt surrounds her, as danger slithers ever closer.

    Hauntingly, achingly, painfully beautiful. A riveting tale that grabs your attention from the first sentence and keeps building and building until the shattering conclusion. A dark tale, not for the faint of heart. Contains triggers.
    One person found this helpful
    Helpful
     Report
  • Ichigo MaCleod
    3.0 out of 5 stars Excellent concept.
    Reviewed in the United States on June 8, 2019
    This book is a good read if you enjoy vigilante style stories mixed with romance. The detail provided makes law and order look tame.

    I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
    Helpful
     Report
  • Donna Jean
    4.0 out of 5 stars Great read!
    Reviewed in the United States on October 30, 2019
    Verified Purchase
    This is the first book I've read by SM Stryker and I really enjoyed it. There were a few things that were a bit unrealistic that kept me from giving the book 5 stars but overall it was a good story.
    One person found this helpful
    Helpful
     Report
  • Stacie
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great Read
    Reviewed in the United States on June 9, 2019
    Raw & Gritty. This isn't your ordinary love story. Sam learned early life wasn't fair. Her life was a lie.

    Sam was off limits, Oliver knew he couldn't have her, but he can't live without her either.

    When Samantha's mother re-marries, and she acquires an older brother that takes advantage of her innocence. She learns that there is more to family than words and actions.

    Oliver used to be a carefree boy until a horrifying incident takes his family away. He has learned one important lesson at his young age, 'Protect those you care about'.

    When he sees a scared little Samantha, Oliver’s heart was drawn to her, to help and protect her. Even though he’s several years older, he made that promise to himself to watch over her, and she never knew he was always there. He was her Protector.

    But he was keeping a secret from her.

    When Oliver’s identity is revealed, Samantha, feeling betrayed, and deceived goes into hiding, running away from the man she has loved most of her life.

    Oliver has to find Samantha before her past catches up with her.

    Will she be able to survive or will her past take her away forever, leaving Oliver, a shell of a man?

    Wow! What a read. Be prepared as there are many twists and turns in this book! Oliver & Sam's story was beautifully written. Although their relationship wasn't an easy journey is was well worth all they went through! Highly recommend!
    One person found this helpful
    Helpful
     Report
  • N. Medina
    5.0 out of 5 stars A Bittersweet And Heart-Wrenching Story
    Reviewed in the United States on June 9, 2019
    Sam has had a difficult life. She's had to contend with her overbearing stepbrother and the secrets he forced on her ever since she was nine years old. Deep inside, she's hated the life she's lived, yet she's learned to make do. Her shining star has always come in the form of the beautiful Oliver, a man who's been there for her through thick and thin. Little does she know, he's the one who'll do anything to make sure she's always safe and sound.

    The Sins Of A Child is the first book I've read penned by the lovely S. M. I am hooked on her wonderful style of storytelling. Once you dive into the story, it's hard to put the book down. Trust me when I say so!

    This book is full of difficult topics, many of which people can relate to. S. M. has created such complex characters that are determined to survive, no matter the cost. Characters that get under your skin and stay there.

    The lives of these characters are steeped in secrets. Some they've tried to keep buried. As we all know, however, secrets never remain in the dark for long. This book might not be for everyone, but it's definitely one that's worth reading if you've the time to devote to such a bittersweet and heart-wrenching story.
    One person found this helpful
    Helpful
     Report
  • Michelle V.
    5.0 out of 5 stars Definite page turner!
    Reviewed in the United States on June 16, 2019
    This is my first book by S.M. Stryker and it's a definite page turner. I felt for Sam because she goes through so much growing up but she's also a very strong character. I loved Oliver and how protective he was of Sam. This is a well written book full of suspense, intrigue, heartbreak and so much more. I am so glad I took a chance on this new to me author and I will be reading more of her books in the future. I voluntarily reviewed a copy of this book.
    Helpful
     Report
  • Kimberly
    4.0 out of 5 stars Good Read
    Reviewed in the United States on June 9, 2019
    The book is a good romantic suspense read. The story has a good story line The characters are good, and they have good chemistry.

    I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
    Helpful
     Report
  • Vic
    5.0 out of 5 stars Intriguing and gripping story
    Reviewed in the United States on July 21, 2022
    An great romantic suspense read. It will suck you in from beginning to end with its twists and turns. I loved the characters, the connection and chemistry. It’s entertaining, intriguing and full of emotions. It’s a story not to be missed.
    Helpful
     Report

Report an issue


Does this item contain inappropriate content?
Report
Do you believe that this item violates a copyright?
Report
Does this item contain quality or formatting issues?
Report