I didn't realise that the characters are based on a very successful series from a while back. The writing was very engaging and there was a lot of history between the charcters, of which I have no clue on.

I have stopped reading this as I am keen to go back to the start by reading the siren then continue reading this book.

Thank you to NetGalley & publisher for the advanced ready copy one exchange for an honest review.

They break each other apart, only to put themselves back together, stronger than before.
Kingsley, Soren and Nora have a bond so unique and special that no matter what life throws at them they will always find a way to bounce back into each others arms. Never before did I believe that I could fall so passionately in love with such characters... yet here I am worshiping the ground they walk on with every new book or short story Tiffany Reisz comes up with. It seems I can never get enough of them... "Winter Tales"takes us back and forth into time, warming our hearts in a sadistic/masochistic/kinky kind of way, as always... it's Tiffany Reisz's M.O. after all! 5 Painfully Heart-Warming Stars for a bit more of our favorite Original Sinners.

I absolutely loved these stories. December wine (the first story in this anthology) is my favorite and will stay with me for a long time. And the final story—Blood & Wine—made me gasp out loud (in a good way!). As with all of Tiffany's Christmas compilations, you'll want to be familiar with the Original Sinners crew. While people who have no knowledge of them would appreciate the plot and characters, they'd lack the insight and depth they could have. Honestly, this time of year is my favorite in part because I know Tiffany will let us into the lives of three of the most original and outstanding characters I've ever read. This added depth is the best kind of Christmas treat!

I don't know what it is about the Original Sinners that always, always gets to me. Well, I do know, of course, Reisz is such an amazing writer that starting one of her books feels like catching up with really good friends. Friends I might be a tad afraid of, but still friends.

The stories in Winter Tales are little, private glimpses into the lives of Nora, Søren and King, and those glimpses are <i>everything</i>!

If you're a fan of the Original Sinners, this is a must read, that's for sure. And it also explains some things that were left secret in the full novels.

The writing is, as always, beautiful and haunting. The characters are just as compelling as they were when I first started reading The Siren. And I am a very happy reader.

Could not even follow this book and jumped around a lot. I understood going in it was part of a series, however good stories should work independently of each other and move the series along.

December wine

You know those authors that when you read thier words you just smile

No....well let me introduce you to Tiffany Reisz.

December Wine was like coming home and what a homecoming. I love hearing about the past again while they went on the hunt for Nicholas. Zach and Nora are fabulous together. It's so crazy but every man Tiffany writes for Nora just fits. Every man you can see her with. But the banter and jokes between these two I love it.

This is story of friendship, loyalty, human nature but above all a story of love.

These characters break my heart, they make me cry, they make laugh but above all they make me feel.

Nico and Nora instant connection. You feel it between them. It was destined to be. Nora had to find Nico. She really was meant to give Kingsley a son.

I know it's a prequel and I know we know how it goes with Nora and Nico, but I was sad when December Wine ended. I want more of thier story. More of thier letters.

Christmas Truce

This one is a favourite of mine. There is so much love in this story between Nora, King and Sóren. So much live as well as a beautiful Christmas sentiment.

Poinsetta

Bambi, Madga, and Father Ballard what a great story. Loved it
🎅 🦌🐈🎄

The Scent of Winter
Now this one is a favourite of mine. I mean how could it not. The only review it needs is Sòren and Kingsley. That says it all.

Blood and Wine

What a perfect short story to end this book. Everything comes full circle.

I look forward always to more Tiffany and these amazing characters I like to call my friends.

Perfection!!!

If I could step into one book, let it be one of Tiffany Reisz. I can't emphasize how much I love her books, her characters, writing, dialogues, humor... everything. The only downside is, there are not enough of them :) They make me giggle, laugh, gasp, cry, horny and more...
Winter Tales is a series of Original Sinners novellas, all happening in winter - which is quite fitting for Soren.

There is one brand new novella, starring Nora, Zach and the first glimpse of Nico. This was one magnificent treat. There are rare moments for Nora to let herself be vulnerable and unsure, but those are precious and I cherish them. Zach and Nora have their last wild moments together and they are hot and emotional. The whole package is closed with Nora holding Fionn. It is amazing how easily I can connect with the characters, their persona, and experience.

The other novellas are also perfect for rereading, starring Soren through different stages. His complete openness is scarce and I appreciated every moment of it. His honesty, devotion, pain, loneliness, fear, love, longing...everything is out in those selected novellas. He is a sadist and sometimes a mystery despite knowing his past, but knowing his heart is a blessing. It always amazes me how the characters grow, change and develop through the books.

Reading this book was a wonderful experience and I hope Ms. Reisz will gift us all with another book in the future. I would like to read more about the Sinners, now that all is out in the open. So thank you Ms. can I please have another? :)

Winter Tales is a collection of short stories about my fave kinksters all set in (you guessed it) the winter months!

First up we have a new story about Nico, Nora and Zach (December Wine), all about Nora’s first meeting with Nico! We all know the basics of how it happened but to see it all play out was perfect and it really made me want to read Mischief (Nico and Nora’s short set in Salem at Halloween). Every time I know a story is coming up with Nico I always think “meh” because let’s face it, he’s no Søren, and I am 100% dedicated to my priest! And yet Tiffany Reisz makes me fall in love with the young Frenchman every time!!! I have such a fickle heart. Anyway, it was brilliant, and add in Søren and Kingsley at the end? Perfection!!

Then we have A Christmas Truce, which is one of my favourite Original Sinner shorts! After years apart, the Unholy Trinity (Søren, Nora and Kingsley) call a Christmas truce and spend a very wonderful, very sexy night together. What could be better? I love this story every time I read it!

Next up is Poinsettia, a story about Magdalena (Remember the madam who Søren went to for help as a young Jesuit in training?) and Søren aged 20. I absolutely loved this story, Magda was hilarious! In true Dominatrix style she talks down to Søren, treating him like a child, and there’s a part where she makes him stand against a doorframe...well I won’t go anymore into it but I laughed so very hard!! This short had me highlighting so many random little comments that just helped to absolutely make the story! Combined with the happy/emotional/wonderful ending...it was truly perfect!

Now...The Scent Of Winter. Another fantastic short, this one all about the King and the priest. You know that emoji with the love hearts in the eyes? That’s me. Kingsley and Søren find their own special piece of heaven in a cold little cottage, much like they did all those years ago in school. I’m sure you can imagine where the story goes from here. I love them both so much!

And finally, Blood And Snow. Oh I was so excited for Søren to be back visiting with Magda, 30 years later! She’s still giving him a hard time and making him work for everything she gives! She’s such a great character and livens up every page she graces. Her parting shot to Søren had me cackling knowing what was in store for his life from that moment on.

The Original Sinners truly are my happy place, and no winter is complete without a new story to snuggle under a blanket with. I could happily read about them forever.

This Anthology brings us right back into the Original Sinners world.
And if you haven't yet read this series - please do it right the eff now - start with book 1 The Siren and keep going ... it's so worth it!

We already know some of the stories - but this first one is brand new!

We follow Nora and editor hottie Zach to France. Nora wants to find King's son!
We all know how that story ends - but we never knew how they found him, how they first meet!
And also - Zach and Nora might spend some sexy times together...☺

Then we get to hear a few other little scenes from our favorite people. Like this one about a Christmas a few years before the first book. Our three darlings are not really on speaking/loving terms, but that year we might get a very sexy threesome holiday. ☺

I just adore this series. I could read a new story/novella/novel/3000-pager every month for the rest of forever!
Which is kind of weird. I hate religion and I'm not into BDSM. But these people are some of the best book characters ever written. I love them. I love their lives and their stories and adventures.

This was a beautiful holiday anthology! Something really pretty to sit on your Original Sinner shelf.

Tiffany Reisz is one the rare authors that can pull off short stories and novellas with the same brilliance that she writes her full length novels. With her characteristic wittiness, on point humor, smart and utterly original references, her books are just fun to read. These short stories about beloved characters will be a treat for any fan. I loved the Winter theme, from Soren and Kingsley on the ice to a Christmas truce referencing the WWI Christmas Truce, I loved it all!

I adore these short tales - a must-read for fans of the Original Sinners series. Reading this makes me want to start with book 1 and read them all again (for the upteenth time). Reading these stories provides a more in-depth look at the main characters and their backstories, which are both fascinating and bewitching.

I received a free ARC via NetGalley in exchange for a honest review.

Reading an Original Sinners book makes me as giddy as a kipper. I do those wicked little giggles. Those throaty dirty laughs. Full on belly wobble chuckles. And I don’t move unless I need a wee. Then I move and move quickly usually with my kindle in hand so I don’t miss a beat.

If Søren was a season he would be winter. Cold, hard, ice, sharp, unforgiving, unyielding, cruel. And yet TR reveals little by little that within the ice beats a heart so pure and full of love that I forget to be scared of him anymore.

Winter Tales is a joyful anthology of 5 Sinners tales:

December Wine tells of Nora and Zach’s expedition to France to find the illegitimate son of Kingsley. Zach and Nora have the green light to misbehave and misbehave they do. It is a story as delicious as the wine made by Nico.

The Christmas Truce, when the snow began to melt and the giving and receiving of Christmas gifts is heart warming. I want to put my lovely threesome in a snow globe and keep them always. I reviewed this one when I first read it. Second read was still worthy of 5 stars.

Poinsettia is the young Søren in Rome enjoying the gifts of Christmas with his favourite Domme instructress Magdalena. Their gifts for each other brought tears of joy to my eyes. Full review posted separately (always thinking of my goodreads target).

The Scent Of Winter, oh the winter and that smell of snow, smoke and pine cones that is so Søren. This beautiful tale is THE one that made me realise how human Søren is. That his heart beats with love, with fear, with jealousy, with pain and longing. My heart melted just like his did. I already reviewed this one separately but updated it.

And finally Blood and Wine where Søren aka Bambi visits Magdalena again. It’s timing is just after the birth of Fionn and Søren is looking for reassurance and comfort from his former teacher. And why not flog a young European royal just for funsies?

My adoration of all things Sinners continues. Five very worthy stars for five very fine short stories.

The book features a brand new novella in the Original Sinners world and a collection of previously released stories. Reading them isn’t a punishment because I love to revisit this amazing world again and again.

If you are familiar with the world then you know that Nora found Nico, but what exactly happened between them we never knew, until now.

It is bittersweet book, because you know that this is a turning point for certain characters and relationships. It is sad, but also funny, very sexy and emotional and the writing is almost poetic.

Tiffany Reisz makes those first moments between Nora and Nico count and with a few lines everything chances forever. and I was so happy to get more Zach and Nora. I missed them together.

A very good book full of many tails. One to read over a weekend. Add this one to your list. I enjoyed every moment of it.

How do I love Tiffany Reisz, let me count the ways ... If you're not an Original Sinners fan, we can't be friends, just kidding (maybe not). In all seriousness, please read from the beginning, this novella is may be lost on you if you haven't read the other books. Not to say you can't read it because you can and if you do, after you have, I say start from the very beginning with The Siren.

Ok enough of my tangent let me get this review going. I've missed Zach. He's come a long way from being the overly stuffy editor in The Siren, to now loving husband to Grace and father to Fionn. He's still a bit stuffy when need be. When Nora comes to England and ask for his help in finding someone near and dear to Kingsley, he was there for her.

This Christmas novella was more emotional than Ms. Reisz's previous ones, for those of you who have read the Original Sinners series, you will all understand.

I cannot sing enough praises or psalms for that matter for this author. She always brings laughter, joy and tears to my reading enjoyment. Ms. Reisz is on my bucket list of authors I would love to meet. Besides this novella, several other short stories that you may or may not have read which makes the read extra delicious. November 19, 2019 cannot get here soon enough for all of you to experience the magic of her writing.



*An ARC was provided via Net Galley for an honest review.*

I’ve been going through Tiffany Reisz withdrawals but I’m happy to say I’ve gotten my fix with this delightful little anthology. There are a few stories that I’ve read before but the first one is new. It’s the story of how Nora and Nico met and honestly? It’s about time! We were basically thrown into their relationship in medias res but now we know how they met!

This is a great little book to tide us Reisz fans over until the next full novel in the sinners series. Also winter/holidays are always a great time for tales of sexy time especially with Nora.

It was a beautifully written novel by an extremely talented writer. Excellent character depiction, plus an exciting storyline make for a roaring success. Highly recommended.

Nora Sutherlin's first meeting with Nico can finally be told. Nora enlists her editor ,Zach Easton on a mission to track down Kingsley's long-lost son. When I started reading I couldn't put it down.Tiffany Reisz is magnifysent and amazing writer.I cannot wait to read more of there books.Keep up the great work.You should definitely read this book.Can't wait for the next book.