"𝗔𝘀 𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝘀 𝘄𝗲 𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗮𝗺𝗲 𝘀𝗸𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗯𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗮𝗺𝗲 𝗮𝗶𝗿, 𝘄𝗲'𝗿𝗲 𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝘁𝗼𝗴𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿." After being through a lifetime of trauma Milana Alyona Vasiliev finally feels like she can breath as relief envelopes her into its sweet embrace. But like everything, it is short lived as a new piece of information changes everything she thought she knew. All the sweet lies she had been told finally unfold to present a bittersweet truth, one that she could never expect in all the years she has lived. It could be a chance to move on and to finally have something she craved so much, a family. But the longer she stares at those who hold her future in their grasps, she realizes that even though her future wasn't the brightest, it was a known evil. Now she dives into the unknown and can only hope she can survive. And if you throw trauma, secrets, utter chaos, friendship and love into a perfect mix, there's no way of knowing if it'll turn out well. For once Milana has no idea if she'll be able to face what awaits her.

When Angelica Hale arrives in Italy in search of her birth father, she expects answers-maybe even closure. What she doesn't expect is to stumble into a crime scene... or into the sights of the Italian mafia. Now a target, Angelica is thrust into the dangerous world of Sebastian Alfonsi-a ruthless gangster with a gentle side he doesn't show easily, and a family name soaked in blood. He offers her protection and a chance to start a new life. But as their attraction grows so does the danger around them. With the walls closing in and enemies drawing even closer, loyalties blur, Angelica must decide whether to run from the danger-or dive headfirst into it. And falling for Sebastian could be her most dangerous mistake of all. Because in a world built on deception, some secrets are deadly. And the truth might kill her.

On the surface, Aiden had it all. Wealth, good looks, and intelligence. But beneath the veneer of masculine perfection lay a broken man. A man obsessed with revenge. A man who hated me with a passion. Or did he? After all, there's a thin line between love and hate. * * * * * "I had never seen a person hate someone with as much passion as Aiden hated me." Sarah and Aiden come from two separate worlds. He is the billionaire heir to the biggest mafia in town. Sarah is just a university student grieving the death of her loving father and her brother. Yet their lives are linked. Aiden has always held Sarah's family responsible for his sister's death and vows to make her life miserable. Will Sarah stop paying for crimes she has never committed? And what will happen when the two face the shocking realization that hatred is not the only emotion that exists between them? After all, there is a fine line between love and hate. The cover was designed by: DesReadsAndWrites Check out the Beautiful Enmity Pinterest board: https://pin.it/7jQmAfE

Avery's senior year is turned upside down when a kiss with her older brothers' best friend ignites a forbidden relationship tangled in danger, heartbreak, and family secrets that could destroy everything. *** "Aiden..." I shake my head, eyes fixed anywhere but the gorgeous man next to me. His hand grips my chin tightly, just enough to make me avert my eyes to his. "You know you want this as much as I fucking do. I want you to be mine. I want to be the one to hold you and kiss you the one you go to whenever you're happy or fucking sad. But let it be me, let me fucking show you that it should be me." He glares, jaw tensing. ...... ©hessaherophinelove

In the heart of New York's most powerful mafia empire, Emma Carter has always lived in the shadows of her family's legacy. Fiercely independent and unyielding,but she's thrust into a deadly power struggle with Cristian Harper, her father's cold and calculating lieutenant. Cristian, determined to claim control of the empire, has always seen Emma as a threat-and now, she's ready to challenge him like no one ever has before. A battle for dominance begins as Emma takes on Cristian in a high-stakes war of wits, power, and manipulation. Torn between an unrelenting desire to break free and the undeniable chemistry that simmers between them, Emma and Cristian clash in a game where only one can emerge victorious. In a world of betrayal, passion, and ambition, loyalty is a luxury neither can afford-and love could be the ultimate weapon.

Read "Queen of the Empire" first!!!! This is the second book of the Rossi mafia series. ~~~~~ Liam One month has passed since the night. One month has gone by filled with tears and grief. His heart was shattered to the point of no return. All of the "I love you"'s meant nothing anymore. Her empire fell. Both families disappeared from the underworld and after a month began to slowly move on. Apart from him. Celeste's body was never found after the incident. She was taken but there shouldn't be any problems since she died, right? As new secrets come up, Liam finds himself in the middle of it all. The family he once knew, was built on nothing but lies. The people he trusted were liars. He comes upon a choice: either forever disappear from the Rossis's life or help them and go against his father's wishes. --------- Many twists make it harder for her to escape. She was trapped. No way out. Only one person could help her, but could they be trusted? Blood doesn't define family and after many years people change. Maybe she did too? But maybe she'll escape and become The biggest shocker of them all... ~~~~~~ Warning!!! Includes explicit sexual scenes, strong language and mature content.

Tesla Vitale is twenty-three and tired of surviving. Her life has been shaped by poverty, sacrifice, and the crushing weight of her parents' mistakes. Desperate for a way out, she listens to her friend's reckless advice: go to a club, find a rich man, and sell the only thing she has left-her virginity. She expects regret. She doesn't expect hundred thousand dollars. But fate isn't done with her. Tesla soon discovers her mother owes five million dollars to one of the most dangerous Mafia bosses in the country. When the money disappears-stolen by her mother's runaway boyfriend-her mother offers up the only thing she has left to give. Her daughter. And the man who accepts her? Rafaele Esposito. The stranger from that one unforgettable night. He remembers her. He wants her. But this time, not just for a night. Now, Tesla belongs to him-until the five million is repaid. As his servant. His property. Trapped in a world of luxury, violence, and power, Tesla swears she'll escape. But Rafaele always gets what he owns. And she's starting to wonder if escape is what she really wants.

A brutal heir. A queen born from shadows. A love that could bring down an empire. Sofia Ricci knows one thing-power is never given, it's taken. When she's forced into the world of Leo Romano, Italy's most feared mafia boss, desire becomes a weapon, and survival becomes seduction. But Leo isn't just dangerous-he's obsessed. In a world where betrayal is currency and blood seals deals, their passion burns hot enough to ignite a war. Dark romance. Mafia royalty. Enemies to lovers. Obsession disguised as love.

ℙ𝕒𝕚𝕘𝕖'𝕤 𝕗𝕣𝕒𝕘𝕚𝕝𝕖 𝕨𝕠𝕣𝕝𝕕 𝕚𝕤 𝕒𝕓𝕠𝕦𝕥 𝕥𝕠 𝕓𝕖 𝕤𝕙𝕒𝕥𝕥𝕖𝕣𝕖𝕕. ... In a world where survival means navigating a twisted family dynamic, Paige has always lived in her sister's shadow, trapped under the oppressive thumb of an abusive stepfather. When he is finally sent to jail, the police arrive at her door, leading to shocking revelations: a DNA test reveals she has eight older brothers and a father she never knew existed. As Paige is thrust into the chaos of her new family, she quickly discovers they're not just ordinary men-they are members of a powerful mafia, with secrets as dark as the life she's escaping. Meanwhile, her twin sister, Payton, sees an opportunity to exploit their new family's connections, threatening to turn them against Paige. Amidst loyalty, betrayal, and the fight for identity, Paige must navigate this dangerous new world. Will her brothers see through Payton's manipulative ways, or will the ties of blood lead to a deadly clash? In a gripping tale of resilience and survival, Paige must confront her past to protect her future-and uncover the truth about the family she never knew she needed.

Twenty years have passed, and Alejandro has risen to claim his place as the ruthless Mafia Boss his father once was. Living in the shadows of crime and power, his life changes the moment he crosses paths with Esther - a fiery red-haired woman who accidentally witnesses a deadly act in a dark alley. Drawn to her strength and spirit, Alejandro tells her to forget what she saw, but his heart won't let go. As danger looms and loyalties are tested, Alejandro sends his men to find Esther - not just to protect his empire, but to unravel the secrets she unknowingly holds. In a world where trust is scarce and betrayal deadly, will Alejandro's past define his future, or can Esther be the key to a new path?