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Savage Bloodline #18
Brizio DeLuca
I couldn’t leave well enough alone. My obsession with finding out what happened to my brother landed me in the hands of Brizio DeLuca. His offer to help me came with rules that set me on a path lined with torture, death, and destruction.
I was minding my business and working on becoming a better man. And here she comes. Maya waltzed into my club and brought with her a mountain of trouble, the kind of trouble that whispered sweet nothings to my dark side.
This book is a multicultural romance that contains explicit language, graphic violence, and strong sexual content. It is intended for adults.
I was minding my business and working on becoming a better man. And here she comes. Maya waltzed into my club and brought with her a mountain of trouble, the kind of trouble that whispered sweet nothings to my dark side.
This book is a multicultural romance that contains explicit language, graphic violence, and strong sexual content. It is intended for adults.
323 pages, Paperback
Published January 17, 2023
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Keta Kendric
30 books689 followersKeta Kendric is a USA Today Bestselling Author who enjoys writing romances featuring alpha men and strong leading ladies. Her books are edgy, raw, gritty, and some are dark.
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April 27, 2023
4.25 Stars / 4 Steam Fans
All the YESES!! If you loved the first book in the Savage Bloodline series by Keta then you will love this one as well. Can't wait for more.
CW: Violence, Mafia, Death, Torture, BDSM, Revenge
Video review available in Week 16: Apr 16 – Apr 22, 2023, weekly book reviews on Steph's Romance Book Talk (https://www.youtube.com/@stephsromanc...)
All the YESES!! If you loved the first book in the Savage Bloodline series by Keta then you will love this one as well. Can't wait for more.
CW: Violence, Mafia, Death, Torture, BDSM, Revenge
Video review available in Week 16: Apr 16 – Apr 22, 2023, weekly book reviews on Steph's Romance Book Talk (https://www.youtube.com/@stephsromanc...)
January 23, 2023
Brizio and Maya are an awesome twisted and amazing Savages!!!
This book was straight fire! The storyline Keta Kendric created for Brizio DeLuca and Maya was off the chart jaw dropping, shocking, so well fleshed out that I feel it deserves more than 5 stars. The banter between Maya and Brizio was so hysterical and one of the best parts of this book. The chemistry they couldn't deny and the sexual limitations they tested was so deep, dark and hot I had to catch my breath few times! Throughout this amazing read Keta Kendric throws in a few twists and turns to keep you guessing at just how this story is going to go. I will NEVER look at a sex toy the and way ever again! You're going to have to read it to find out what I'm talking about. At one point I thought I had Brizio and Maya's story all figured out, only to be proven wrong. The introduction of Father DeLuca and his church of "secrets" had me speechless. I sure hope he gets his own story one day cause his needs to be told. And Kane and Abel? Like what in the world?! This book was 🔥🔥🔥🔥! And i highly recommend it. You will not be disappointed one bit.
This book was straight fire! The storyline Keta Kendric created for Brizio DeLuca and Maya was off the chart jaw dropping, shocking, so well fleshed out that I feel it deserves more than 5 stars. The banter between Maya and Brizio was so hysterical and one of the best parts of this book. The chemistry they couldn't deny and the sexual limitations they tested was so deep, dark and hot I had to catch my breath few times! Throughout this amazing read Keta Kendric throws in a few twists and turns to keep you guessing at just how this story is going to go. I will NEVER look at a sex toy the and way ever again! You're going to have to read it to find out what I'm talking about. At one point I thought I had Brizio and Maya's story all figured out, only to be proven wrong. The introduction of Father DeLuca and his church of "secrets" had me speechless. I sure hope he gets his own story one day cause his needs to be told. And Kane and Abel? Like what in the world?! This book was 🔥🔥🔥🔥! And i highly recommend it. You will not be disappointed one bit.
January 23, 2023
A hot, kinky, savage couple🔥🥵😈
Brizio and Maya both met their match and I absolutely enjoyed their story.
Maya had a rough upbringing and was a tough nut to crack but Brizio was up for the job. Helping find her brothers killer was a way to keep her attention. They both have alpha personalities and the verbal banter and quick comebacks were straight up hilarious🤣🤣🤣 and it added to the super hot chemistry. The way she underestimated Brizio’s power, especially when he introduces Maya into his kinky ways was her undoing as she begins to enjoy the dynamic of a D/s relationship🥵😈. They work well together solving the clues to catching the killer and Maya didn’t hesitate in her action to avenge her brother😬👍🏾. It was also great to see Primo and Nevah in the story.
Ms. Keta Kendric this book was fantastic🙌🏾 I loved the personalities of Brizio and Maya. This wasn’t a mushy love romance but one perfect for a DeLuca as they went toe to toe fighting against their desire and growing love for one another❤️.
Brizio and Maya both met their match and I absolutely enjoyed their story.
Maya had a rough upbringing and was a tough nut to crack but Brizio was up for the job. Helping find her brothers killer was a way to keep her attention. They both have alpha personalities and the verbal banter and quick comebacks were straight up hilarious🤣🤣🤣 and it added to the super hot chemistry. The way she underestimated Brizio’s power, especially when he introduces Maya into his kinky ways was her undoing as she begins to enjoy the dynamic of a D/s relationship🥵😈. They work well together solving the clues to catching the killer and Maya didn’t hesitate in her action to avenge her brother😬👍🏾. It was also great to see Primo and Nevah in the story.
Ms. Keta Kendric this book was fantastic🙌🏾 I loved the personalities of Brizio and Maya. This wasn’t a mushy love romance but one perfect for a DeLuca as they went toe to toe fighting against their desire and growing love for one another❤️.
January 22, 2023
B3co & Maya
They are two peas in a pod , the yin to his yang …
the minute Bizio spotted her in his club something inside him was calling to her and as for Maya, the attraction was there but she couldn’t let it out to play because her focus is to find her brother’s killer or killers. When Maya found herself in some deadly trouble… who stepped in to help!? None other than Brizio DeLuca, even though she refused him before.
Love the DeLucas!!!
They are two peas in a pod , the yin to his yang …
the minute Bizio spotted her in his club something inside him was calling to her and as for Maya, the attraction was there but she couldn’t let it out to play because her focus is to find her brother’s killer or killers. When Maya found herself in some deadly trouble… who stepped in to help!? None other than Brizio DeLuca, even though she refused him before.
Love the DeLucas!!!
January 20, 2023
Enjoyed!
Brizio and Maya , I enjoyed the storyline Maya is the friend of Nevah looking for the person who killed her brother. With the help of Brizio DeLuca. I was glad to see Primo again and they crazy a** cousin the priest. Love the cover.
Brizio and Maya , I enjoyed the storyline Maya is the friend of Nevah looking for the person who killed her brother. With the help of Brizio DeLuca. I was glad to see Primo again and they crazy a** cousin the priest. Love the cover.
May 18, 2024
I knew Brizio was bae and his story didn't disappoint
January 19, 2023
Surprisingly Quick Read.
I'm always a fan of sadistic and psychopath reads in the crime world because I find them more "believable". If you're out and about murdering folks all the time you probably are just a tad bit "off". Ditto if you up and decide to date or marry someone involved in messy murdery lifestyles. I like it when the characters "fit" as opposed to Uber damsel's in distress who stumble into worlds of crime and assassins.
Good read for that alone and gotta love exhibitionism. Even if the viewer is only alive-ish.
I'm always a fan of sadistic and psychopath reads in the crime world because I find them more "believable". If you're out and about murdering folks all the time you probably are just a tad bit "off". Ditto if you up and decide to date or marry someone involved in messy murdery lifestyles. I like it when the characters "fit" as opposed to Uber damsel's in distress who stumble into worlds of crime and assassins.
Good read for that alone and gotta love exhibitionism. Even if the viewer is only alive-ish.
January 10, 2023
A great addition to the Savage DeLuca blood line. This book had me close my eyes and shiver as if I was seeing the scenes for real. Brizio is a savage. With Maya Daniels looking into the murder of her brother and upsetting his clientele in his club, Brizio decides to put an end to it. Brizio does this by taking Maya under his wing. Is this a good thing for Maya or a move for her to become a a minion for the devil? Believe me Brizio is the DeLuca's own Devil. A great read
February 11, 2023
So the wonderful Ms. Kendric has done it again! I loved this book! B3co and Maya were a perfect couple! ❤️ I adored how he went about his psychotic ways to show how much he loved her, and Maya was a bad b**** all on her own! She owned her revenge, and the chemistry, the blood, the murdering, the killing, and the torturing? Not to mention those sex scenes? Wild! Lol. I freaking loved it!!! 4.5 stars🌟🌟🌟🌟 I enjoyed it immensely!
P.S. I must have a book with Aurelio and Father Romigi!!! Lol...
P.S. I must have a book with Aurelio and Father Romigi!!! Lol...
January 19, 2023
Brizio
Great addition to the Savage bloodline series. The dynamic between Primo and Maya was off the charts. Love the way the writer incorporated Primo and Nevaeh into this book as well and how they all came together to help Maya uncover who murdered her brother.. The BDSM added that 🔥🔥that Maya truly needed
Great addition to the Savage bloodline series. The dynamic between Primo and Maya was off the charts. Love the way the writer incorporated Primo and Nevaeh into this book as well and how they all came together to help Maya uncover who murdered her brother.. The BDSM added that 🔥🔥that Maya truly needed
February 6, 2023
Hold No Punches!!
Brizio is one of the wildest Delucas I have read about so far, and I’m sure there’s more in this series but he takes no 💩 from anyone. That included Maya, who was trash talking him in his Own nightclub. The name-calling back-and-forth between them had me cracking up. I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book.
Brizio is one of the wildest Delucas I have read about so far, and I’m sure there’s more in this series but he takes no 💩 from anyone. That included Maya, who was trash talking him in his Own nightclub. The name-calling back-and-forth between them had me cracking up. I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book.
January 22, 2023
A great story!!!
I absolutely loved everything about this story, the back and forth between Maya and Brizio DeLuca definitely kept me entertained!!! I can't wait for the next book in the series!!!
I absolutely loved everything about this story, the back and forth between Maya and Brizio DeLuca definitely kept me entertained!!! I can't wait for the next book in the series!!!
July 20, 2025
Marvelous
What a phenomenal series! This is another SPECTACULAR DeLucas mafia romance! The storyline is a totally absorbing and a exciting page turner that you can't help but to keep reading until you finish the book. The characters are exciting, captivating, engaging and without a doubt well written.This is a powerful combination of vengeance and excitement that gives you so much action along the way romance with Brazio and Mara . Their relationship is loads of drama and wild exotic feelings that all works so well together.All of the stories in this series is probably one that you will undoubtedly enjoy."This is one of the stories will easily engage you from the beginning to the end.I really enjoyed the loyalty and togetherness of these characters even the supporting characters are fantastic. But I must remind myself this is not your usual Mafia vibe but I Highly Recommend It. If I could I give this one a ten also. Happy Reading I know you will be engrossed until the end. I highly recommend this entire series!!" We need more like this series!
What a phenomenal series! This is another SPECTACULAR DeLucas mafia romance! The storyline is a totally absorbing and a exciting page turner that you can't help but to keep reading until you finish the book. The characters are exciting, captivating, engaging and without a doubt well written.This is a powerful combination of vengeance and excitement that gives you so much action along the way romance with Brazio and Mara . Their relationship is loads of drama and wild exotic feelings that all works so well together.All of the stories in this series is probably one that you will undoubtedly enjoy."This is one of the stories will easily engage you from the beginning to the end.I really enjoyed the loyalty and togetherness of these characters even the supporting characters are fantastic. But I must remind myself this is not your usual Mafia vibe but I Highly Recommend It. If I could I give this one a ten also. Happy Reading I know you will be engrossed until the end. I highly recommend this entire series!!" We need more like this series!
November 8, 2025
What a good read.
After Maya’s brother’s passing, she set out in search of answers—never realizing that her quest would put her own life in danger. Along the way, she meets Brizio, the owner of an exclusive club and a key figure within the Deluca family hierarchy.
Brizio and Maya’s back-and-forth banter is full of sharp wit and laugh-out-loud insults that make their connection all the more entertaining. What Maya doesn’t expect is how meeting Brizio will open her eyes to the world of BDSM and force her to confront her own desires and boundaries. Relinquishing control isn’t easy for her, but it’s a journey that challenges both her strength and vulnerability. What Brizio doesn't expect is relinquishing some of his own power and liking it.
This book offers a compelling mix of strong family loyalty, an introduction to the BDSM lifestyle, and vividly written moments of gory revenge.
After Maya’s brother’s passing, she set out in search of answers—never realizing that her quest would put her own life in danger. Along the way, she meets Brizio, the owner of an exclusive club and a key figure within the Deluca family hierarchy.
Brizio and Maya’s back-and-forth banter is full of sharp wit and laugh-out-loud insults that make their connection all the more entertaining. What Maya doesn’t expect is how meeting Brizio will open her eyes to the world of BDSM and force her to confront her own desires and boundaries. Relinquishing control isn’t easy for her, but it’s a journey that challenges both her strength and vulnerability. What Brizio doesn't expect is relinquishing some of his own power and liking it.
This book offers a compelling mix of strong family loyalty, an introduction to the BDSM lifestyle, and vividly written moments of gory revenge.
June 16, 2025
Maya and Brizio
Maya is on a mission to solve the death of her younger brother. She goes to a club with her friends, but while there, she questions some of the patrons.
Brizio is the owner of the club that Maya visits. While watchinf the monitors he notices Maya interactions with some of the men in the club.
He intervenes and finds himself attracted to the feisty woman. He volunteers to help her find the information she is looking for.
I enjoyed reading this book. I really enjoted their interactions. Their interactions had me laughing out loud with all the name calling they were doing towards each other.
Maya is on a mission to solve the death of her younger brother. She goes to a club with her friends, but while there, she questions some of the patrons.
Brizio is the owner of the club that Maya visits. While watchinf the monitors he notices Maya interactions with some of the men in the club.
He intervenes and finds himself attracted to the feisty woman. He volunteers to help her find the information she is looking for.
I enjoyed reading this book. I really enjoted their interactions. Their interactions had me laughing out loud with all the name calling they were doing towards each other.
April 16, 2024
Good read
I really didn’t know what to expect but it was good. I didn’t really think I would be into BDSM but this version or type of BDSM I could get with! Brizio was definitely all Alpha but a gentleman like the Deluca men we love! I like the cat and mouse game between Brizio and Maya! I loved how she gave in little by little. They are a little more crazy but I loved that for them. The author way of thinking with details was superb!! Had me a little moist 🥵😮💨
I really didn’t know what to expect but it was good. I didn’t really think I would be into BDSM but this version or type of BDSM I could get with! Brizio was definitely all Alpha but a gentleman like the Deluca men we love! I like the cat and mouse game between Brizio and Maya! I loved how she gave in little by little. They are a little more crazy but I loved that for them. The author way of thinking with details was superb!! Had me a little moist 🥵😮💨
February 18, 2025
two depraved souls
they met at a time while other things were going on in the family, but they were drawn together. Brizio went into protection mode. He wanted to help her, keep her safe, and find out what happened to her brother. which meant bringing in reinforcements and that helped them to solve the mystery of what happened and who played a part in her brother's death. which also led to Father Romigi offering them a special blessing.
loved it.
they met at a time while other things were going on in the family, but they were drawn together. Brizio went into protection mode. He wanted to help her, keep her safe, and find out what happened to her brother. which meant bringing in reinforcements and that helped them to solve the mystery of what happened and who played a part in her brother's death. which also led to Father Romigi offering them a special blessing.
loved it.
July 1, 2025
Two crazies that belong together!
Maya and Brizio were two people who you didn't want to make an enemy. Their banter was so funny when they first met had me smiling. Their sex life was something I did not like reading about (not into s/m) and the torture scenes could have been less detailed in my opinion. Too gruesome for these books to be about romance. Still, I like this series and will continue reading them.
Maya and Brizio were two people who you didn't want to make an enemy. Their banter was so funny when they first met had me smiling. Their sex life was something I did not like reading about (not into s/m) and the torture scenes could have been less detailed in my opinion. Too gruesome for these books to be about romance. Still, I like this series and will continue reading them.
July 7, 2024
Maya and Brizio
Loved it!!!! Maya and Brizio are a perfect match to me. They compliment each other amazingly. I love their back and forth banter. Maya is just as bad azz and demented as Brizio. I'm glad they found the one responsible and assistants in her brother's murder. I really hope the DeLuca Priest gets a story. ❣️❣️
Loved it!!!! Maya and Brizio are a perfect match to me. They compliment each other amazingly. I love their back and forth banter. Maya is just as bad azz and demented as Brizio. I'm glad they found the one responsible and assistants in her brother's murder. I really hope the DeLuca Priest gets a story. ❣️❣️
December 19, 2024
another one
This book really kept the suspense going while also providing a glimpse into Brizio and Maya‘s relationship. Brizio was a sadist for sure but Maya wasn’t far behind him. I love how they grew and she started to trust him. Her brother’s death is definitely art, imitating life, knowing that people really do get away with these things.
This book really kept the suspense going while also providing a glimpse into Brizio and Maya‘s relationship. Brizio was a sadist for sure but Maya wasn’t far behind him. I love how they grew and she started to trust him. Her brother’s death is definitely art, imitating life, knowing that people really do get away with these things.
April 24, 2024
Brizio
Honestly this was my least favorite of the series. It’s just not something I was interested in - BDSM. The story was good but with all of that in it, I didn’t care for it overall.
Honestly this was my least favorite of the series. It’s just not something I was interested in - BDSM. The story was good but with all of that in it, I didn’t care for it overall.
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September 24, 2024Wow, great read
Brizio and Maya's story was well written. Filled with excitement, craziness, violence, sexy, laughter, trials and justice! They were perfect for each other!. Loved the storyline it touched a lot of emotions!
Darlene W
Brizio and Maya's story was well written. Filled with excitement, craziness, violence, sexy, laughter, trials and justice! They were perfect for each other!. Loved the storyline it touched a lot of emotions!
Darlene W
March 26, 2024
Wow!
Ms. Keta's ability to make you fall in love with the villain is a crime.LOL! Brizio and Maya were everything. Thank you for another tale of a treasured DeLuca. You will not be disappointed.
Ms. Keta's ability to make you fall in love with the villain is a crime.LOL! Brizio and Maya were everything. Thank you for another tale of a treasured DeLuca. You will not be disappointed.
May 5, 2024
BDSM, OMG
This Deluca Book is not for me. However,
If you like BDSM, revenge, plenty of violence ie bloody stabbings and lot of brutal killings, this is the book for you.
This Deluca Book is not for me. However,
If you like BDSM, revenge, plenty of violence ie bloody stabbings and lot of brutal killings, this is the book for you.
May 7, 2024
It's was so amazing! I loved it Just as much as the primo I couldn't put it down!
November 15, 2024
Delightfully sinful and wicked, leaving you craving for MORE
December 17, 2024
Good book
March 16, 2023
She met her match!
“Brizio DeLuca,” Part of the Savage Bloodline Series but can be read as a standalone. Multicultural romance. Dual POV. MMC/FMC. First Person. Warnings are at the beginning of the book. Keta Kendric writes a steamy, action-packed, enemies-to-lovers romance.
Maya Daniels (FMC) doesn’t intimidate easily. She exudes confidence and strength. Maya finds herself at Brizio DeLuca’s (MMC) BDSM club to investigate her brother’s death since the police are not doing much. Brizio finds he is strongly attracted to her. Maya reluctantly accepts his offer to help her find her brother’s killer.
Maya is aware that Brizio and his family are powerful and dangerous. I found many well-written fight scenes throughout their quests.
I loved Maya’s personality and the fact she is not a weak woman. She and Brizio’s dynamic was well-developed. They even had comedic banter during some intense situations. Immediate love connection they did not have but hot build-up they did!
“Brizio DeLuca,” Part of the Savage Bloodline Series but can be read as a standalone. Multicultural romance. Dual POV. MMC/FMC. First Person. Warnings are at the beginning of the book. Keta Kendric writes a steamy, action-packed, enemies-to-lovers romance.
Maya Daniels (FMC) doesn’t intimidate easily. She exudes confidence and strength. Maya finds herself at Brizio DeLuca’s (MMC) BDSM club to investigate her brother’s death since the police are not doing much. Brizio finds he is strongly attracted to her. Maya reluctantly accepts his offer to help her find her brother’s killer.
Maya is aware that Brizio and his family are powerful and dangerous. I found many well-written fight scenes throughout their quests.
I loved Maya’s personality and the fact she is not a weak woman. She and Brizio’s dynamic was well-developed. They even had comedic banter during some intense situations. Immediate love connection they did not have but hot build-up they did!
July 23, 2024
Rated
5 Stars: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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I must have some twisted sick brain waves working today.... For some reason I absolutely loved the Hades out of 2 points in the story line..... First, the D/S relationship (I'm not even speaking of the interracial aspect either). I'm speaking of the Sir/Master with a newbie. A newbie that can handle both roles but truly based on past needs one more than the other. Next, it's the way they completely understand each other on the need for revenge and old fashioned killing.
However, I was a wee bit thrown for a loop that the author took this direction with the black female lead and white male lead. But I liked the way the author addressed the situations that did arise, like the St. Andrews Cross and Bidding off the top of of my head. I especially loved the way the D/S roles were exchanged for understanding and future clarification.
5 Stars: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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I must have some twisted sick brain waves working today.... For some reason I absolutely loved the Hades out of 2 points in the story line..... First, the D/S relationship (I'm not even speaking of the interracial aspect either). I'm speaking of the Sir/Master with a newbie. A newbie that can handle both roles but truly based on past needs one more than the other. Next, it's the way they completely understand each other on the need for revenge and old fashioned killing.
However, I was a wee bit thrown for a loop that the author took this direction with the black female lead and white male lead. But I liked the way the author addressed the situations that did arise, like the St. Andrews Cross and Bidding off the top of of my head. I especially loved the way the D/S roles were exchanged for understanding and future clarification.
January 17, 2023
I like Brizio
When Brizio catches Maya asking questions in his club he decides to help her get answers instead of kicking her out.
This was a 3.5 stars read for me. I really liked Primo’s story so I was excited for this one but it left something to be desired. I think the main reason for that is Maya. I just couldn’t get onboard with her. I didn’t understand her logic for questioning people, it seemed like she just chose random people to question that probably had no knowledge of her brother. Also, I know the insults and what not was supposed to be their form of flirting but it just didn’t do it for me. Maya seemed overly difficult in the beginning.
Just my opinion, overall still an entertaining story. Give it a read!
When Brizio catches Maya asking questions in his club he decides to help her get answers instead of kicking her out.
This was a 3.5 stars read for me. I really liked Primo’s story so I was excited for this one but it left something to be desired. I think the main reason for that is Maya. I just couldn’t get onboard with her. I didn’t understand her logic for questioning people, it seemed like she just chose random people to question that probably had no knowledge of her brother. Also, I know the insults and what not was supposed to be their form of flirting but it just didn’t do it for me. Maya seemed overly difficult in the beginning.
Just my opinion, overall still an entertaining story. Give it a read!
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