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No Saint
Saint.
Virtuous. Kind. Patient.
These were words never associated with Gabriel Saint.
He was a monster. The devil that haunted the city of Redhill.
And he had found me.
I’d managed to hide for a while from my past, present and future.
But I should have known they’d come looking, after all I had the heir of the city in my arms, and if there is anything I do know about the ruling crime family of this city, it’s that family comes before all else.
When Gabriel comes for me, I fight but know it’s useless, and when he forces me to be his wife, I vow to make his life as miserable as possible.
But there was something about the man. Something I wanted to unravel, pick apart so I could find all the pieces that made him who he was.
What I found was not what I expected.
He wants my heart.
He wants me to his wife in more ways than just that piece of paper that binds us.
And the more time I spend trapped with the mafia boss in his clifftop house, the more pieces of me he steals.
But with this life comes blood and violence, and there was someone determined to make us pay.
No Saint is a standalone dark mafia romance. It contains kidnap and a forced marriage theme which may make some readers uncomfortable.
This book is not intended for readers under the age of 18.
Virtuous. Kind. Patient.
These were words never associated with Gabriel Saint.
He was a monster. The devil that haunted the city of Redhill.
And he had found me.
I’d managed to hide for a while from my past, present and future.
But I should have known they’d come looking, after all I had the heir of the city in my arms, and if there is anything I do know about the ruling crime family of this city, it’s that family comes before all else.
When Gabriel comes for me, I fight but know it’s useless, and when he forces me to be his wife, I vow to make his life as miserable as possible.
But there was something about the man. Something I wanted to unravel, pick apart so I could find all the pieces that made him who he was.
What I found was not what I expected.
He wants my heart.
He wants me to his wife in more ways than just that piece of paper that binds us.
And the more time I spend trapped with the mafia boss in his clifftop house, the more pieces of me he steals.
But with this life comes blood and violence, and there was someone determined to make us pay.
No Saint is a standalone dark mafia romance. It contains kidnap and a forced marriage theme which may make some readers uncomfortable.
This book is not intended for readers under the age of 18.
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First published October 16, 2022
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Ria Wilde
19 books1,174 followersStories that are dirty, dangerous & deliciously sinful.
Ria Wilde is an international bestselling author of Dark, Steamy & Suspenseful Romance. She currently resides in the UK where getting lost in her books, and plotting the next best way to break some hearts is a daily occurrence.
A lover of all things steamy and sinful, she also has a big soft spot for small town romances & cowboys, but morally gray will forever be her favorite color!
HEA's & Spice, but there's no promise it'll be an easy ride, and be prepared to fall in love with her morally gray men and the sassy queens that steal their hearts.
Instagram: @authorriawilde
Facebook: @riawilderauthor
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Ria Wilde is an international bestselling author of Dark, Steamy & Suspenseful Romance. She currently resides in the UK where getting lost in her books, and plotting the next best way to break some hearts is a daily occurrence.
A lover of all things steamy and sinful, she also has a big soft spot for small town romances & cowboys, but morally gray will forever be her favorite color!
HEA's & Spice, but there's no promise it'll be an easy ride, and be prepared to fall in love with her morally gray men and the sassy queens that steal their hearts.
Instagram: @authorriawilde
Facebook: @riawilderauthor
Tiktok: @.authorriawilde
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October 14, 2022
⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐.5 (ARC Review)
''Words are sharper than knives''
Safety gang:
- Forced marriage
- No cheating
- No OW/OM drama
- Mention of child abuse/neglect
- Physical abuse
- Mention/attempt of r*pe
- Violence/d*ath/kidnapping
- HEA
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This was my first book by this author, but it will not be my last! I was really excited going into this book as a few people were telling me how great it was, and I absolutely agree with them.
We meet Gabriel who is the Don and the definition of a morally grey character. He owns the entire city and has so much blood on his hands. We find out his older brother has died and because of it a few secrets of his brothers is revealed leading to us meeting Amelia who has her own traumatic past to deal with, but she was strong and brave and willing to do anything to protect her own.
This is a slow burn as Amelia wants nothing to do with Gabriel even though he has forced her hand and married her. He falls first and I don't blame him because who would not want her around? She was such a wonderful FMC and I loved her fierceness despite her pain.
The spice was off the charts and I really enjoyed the development of their relationship and how they could no longer stop themselves from the truth of how they felt. I loved when he talked to her in Italian and how he was not scared to admit his feelings.
I was wrong on who the bad guy would be, but I was not off by a lot. There are many twists and turns, and it will leave you on the edge of your seat to find out what is going on and whether or not his older brother is alive?
I'm glad that Ria will be writing about three of the side guy characters we got to meet but honestly I am more interested in Enzo's story than anybody else. The guy is an absolute mystery, and I cannot wait to find out more about why he took that vow of silence!
''Words are sharper than knives''
Safety gang:
- Forced marriage
- No cheating
- No OW/OM drama
- Mention of child abuse/neglect
- Physical abuse
- Mention/attempt of r*pe
- Violence/d*ath/kidnapping
- HEA
SPOILERS BELOW ⬇️
SPOILERS BELOW ⬇️
SPOILERS BELOW ⬇️
SPOILERS BELOW ⬇️
This was my first book by this author, but it will not be my last! I was really excited going into this book as a few people were telling me how great it was, and I absolutely agree with them.
We meet Gabriel who is the Don and the definition of a morally grey character. He owns the entire city and has so much blood on his hands. We find out his older brother has died and because of it a few secrets of his brothers is revealed leading to us meeting Amelia who has her own traumatic past to deal with, but she was strong and brave and willing to do anything to protect her own.
This is a slow burn as Amelia wants nothing to do with Gabriel even though he has forced her hand and married her. He falls first and I don't blame him because who would not want her around? She was such a wonderful FMC and I loved her fierceness despite her pain.
The spice was off the charts and I really enjoyed the development of their relationship and how they could no longer stop themselves from the truth of how they felt. I loved when he talked to her in Italian and how he was not scared to admit his feelings.
I was wrong on who the bad guy would be, but I was not off by a lot. There are many twists and turns, and it will leave you on the edge of your seat to find out what is going on and whether or not his older brother is alive?
I'm glad that Ria will be writing about three of the side guy characters we got to meet but honestly I am more interested in Enzo's story than anybody else. The guy is an absolute mystery, and I cannot wait to find out more about why he took that vow of silence!
October 23, 2022
4 🖤🖤💥🔥🌟s ❗️
“Ria Wilde is an author of dirty, dark and dangerous romance.”
And she delivered!!!!
“Ria Wilde is an author of dirty, dark and dangerous romance.”
And she delivered!!!!
November 20, 2024
The story started with Gabriel finding out his brother's car went into an accident and his body was never found. He hired someone to conduct a background check on his brother's whereabouts, and discovered that his brother had become a father 16 months prior. He went after Amelia and his nephew. The original plan was to take the kid and kill the mother, but he was mesmerized just one look at her. He then changed his mind and brought Amelia and her son back to his house.
He locked her up for a few days in a room because he didn't know what to do with her. But then the sudden urge to protect her came out of nowhere, and he thinks she'll only be untouchable if they know she's with him. also, because he wanted to make her his permanently. thus forcing her to marry him. She doesn't want to marry him, but her only options are to either marry him and be with her son or to die, in which case her son will never know her.
It was a difficult ride between the two of them. Amelia was angry at Gabriel for taking away her freedom. and Gabriel was deadset on making Amelia fall for him. She was so conflicted and confused with the emotions running through her. She wanted to hate Gabriel for the things he did, but she was also falling for him because the guy literally puts her on the pedestal. I mean, how can you be angry with someone when all they have ever done since the beginning has been to care for and protect you? Though I get the kidnapping part. But all throughout their stay in that house, people respected her; Gabriel's mom takes care of Amelia's son, and she was also nice to Amelia. There aren't toxic people who're trying to hurt her aside from the traitor, who only comes up in the second half of the book.
But once Amelia comes to terms with her feelings and finally accepts that she wants Gabriel, the two of them combust. They were freaking hot together and so swoony too. I love seeing them openly admitting they love each other and their inseparable bond.
I loooove Gabriel. He's morally gray and ruthless to other people, but never with Amelia. He was supportive, protective, and loving when it came to her. It was swoony reading him falling for her fast and hard and how he always tries to make her situation better. He can be domineering, but it never comes off as annoying. His patience with Amelia was astounding. The dedication and the way this man worships the ground Amelia walks on were so endearing. His revenge on her abusive stepfather was the chef's kiss; that jerk deserved that.
I loved Amelia too; she was strong and feisty. She never let Gabriel walk all over her, and she always stands her ground when it comes to her and her child's safety. She's no doormat, which I'm really glad because in mafia romances, heroines are usually portrayed as weak characters, most especially when they're attracted to the MC. In this case, Amelia may be attracted to Gabriel, but her annoyance and rational thinking always prevail. She never lets her hormones decide for her, which is what I'm truly happy about.
But what she went through since she was a child up to the present was something that made me so anxious and uneasy. She's been abused for most of her life, and though Gabriel always does his best to make it better for her, the trauma will always be there. It was so heartbreaking reading what happened to her and how she worked so hard to get herself out of that situation.
This was a really good book. I enjoyed reading it, but most especially Gabriel. He was just the perfect Mafia husband, ruthless and protective at the same time. However, I would have preferred to see more scenes between Gabriel and his nephew. I think he only made an effort to get to know the kid around 70% of the book. I wanted a bit more of the background of the villain or where the majority of his hate came from.
Overall, this was a good one. I liked the writing style; the story was easy to follow, and the MCs and side characters were likeable too. and I wanted to see the stories of each character. This book is definitely worth reading and recommending.
safety warnings:
- no cheating
- no ow/om drama
- violence
- torture
- abuse
- attempted sa
- death of loved one
He locked her up for a few days in a room because he didn't know what to do with her. But then the sudden urge to protect her came out of nowhere, and he thinks she'll only be untouchable if they know she's with him. also, because he wanted to make her his permanently. thus forcing her to marry him. She doesn't want to marry him, but her only options are to either marry him and be with her son or to die, in which case her son will never know her.
It was a difficult ride between the two of them. Amelia was angry at Gabriel for taking away her freedom. and Gabriel was deadset on making Amelia fall for him. She was so conflicted and confused with the emotions running through her. She wanted to hate Gabriel for the things he did, but she was also falling for him because the guy literally puts her on the pedestal. I mean, how can you be angry with someone when all they have ever done since the beginning has been to care for and protect you? Though I get the kidnapping part. But all throughout their stay in that house, people respected her; Gabriel's mom takes care of Amelia's son, and she was also nice to Amelia. There aren't toxic people who're trying to hurt her aside from the traitor, who only comes up in the second half of the book.
But once Amelia comes to terms with her feelings and finally accepts that she wants Gabriel, the two of them combust. They were freaking hot together and so swoony too. I love seeing them openly admitting they love each other and their inseparable bond.
I loooove Gabriel. He's morally gray and ruthless to other people, but never with Amelia. He was supportive, protective, and loving when it came to her. It was swoony reading him falling for her fast and hard and how he always tries to make her situation better. He can be domineering, but it never comes off as annoying. His patience with Amelia was astounding. The dedication and the way this man worships the ground Amelia walks on were so endearing. His revenge on her abusive stepfather was the chef's kiss; that jerk deserved that.
I loved Amelia too; she was strong and feisty. She never let Gabriel walk all over her, and she always stands her ground when it comes to her and her child's safety. She's no doormat, which I'm really glad because in mafia romances, heroines are usually portrayed as weak characters, most especially when they're attracted to the MC. In this case, Amelia may be attracted to Gabriel, but her annoyance and rational thinking always prevail. She never lets her hormones decide for her, which is what I'm truly happy about.
But what she went through since she was a child up to the present was something that made me so anxious and uneasy. She's been abused for most of her life, and though Gabriel always does his best to make it better for her, the trauma will always be there. It was so heartbreaking reading what happened to her and how she worked so hard to get herself out of that situation.
This was a really good book. I enjoyed reading it, but most especially Gabriel. He was just the perfect Mafia husband, ruthless and protective at the same time. However, I would have preferred to see more scenes between Gabriel and his nephew. I think he only made an effort to get to know the kid around 70% of the book. I wanted a bit more of the background of the villain or where the majority of his hate came from.
Overall, this was a good one. I liked the writing style; the story was easy to follow, and the MCs and side characters were likeable too. and I wanted to see the stories of each character. This book is definitely worth reading and recommending.
safety warnings:
- no cheating
- no ow/om drama
- violence
- torture
- abuse
- attempted sa
- death of loved one
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
April 4, 2023
Note: Some of my goodreads shelves can be spoilers
Overall: ⭐️⭐️⭐️
Plot/Storyline: 📖📖📖
Feels: 🦋🦋
Emotional Depth: 💔💔💔
Sexual Tension: ⚡⚡⚡⚡
Romance: 💞💞💞💞
Sensuality: 💋💋💋
Sex Scene Length: 🍑🍑🍑🍑
Steam Scale (Number of Sex Scenes): 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥+
Humor: It’s a pretty heavy book so not much
Perspective: First person with chapters in both hero and heroine’s perspective
Cliffhanger: No
Epilogue: Yes, a touch in future (not far into the future)
Should I read in order?
This is a stand alone (or at least the first story in the series)
Basic plot:
With his brother dead, Gabriel takes his nephew into the folds of the Saint family – he doesn’t plan on taking the mother but once he sets eyes on her, he knows she’s his as well
Give this a try if you want:
- contemporary mafia romance
- Redhill, California setting
- you’re okay with a darker, mafia story line including abduction and forced marriage and plenty of violence and death on page
- artist/fashion designing heroine
- instalove (on behalf of the hero)
- enemies to lovers
- light praise kink
- highter steam – at least 6 full scenes and some light kink
Ages:
- didn’t catch either...would guess late 20s? Possibly early 30s?
First line:
My fingers curl at my side, the only emotion that’ll show on my body.
My thoughts:
I did like a few things about this book. I like darkish romance with kidnapped themes and the hero kidnaps the heroine pretty early in. I liked how in the hero was from the beginning. I enjoyed how dominating and possessive the hero was from the beginning – but also tried to be respectful of her. I appreciated that there was a build up of their relationship over the course of the book and they didn’t dive into everything sexually right away. I think that helped build some tension for me.
But I also struggled with this book. I think it was just a personal thing and maybe I watched 365 Days too recently because that movie just kept playing through my head while reading this. Like any scene that was similar I was seeing the movie and it drove me bonkers (which is obviously a personal problem – sorry everyone! 😆 )
I had a couple issues with the writing – a few things sounded a bit conflicting like about the hero’s mother’s character. I also thought the villain was quite predictable (though I don’t really care about that – I don’t read romance to be shocked and surprised). I wanted their character depths developed a bit more. I loved that the heroine was an artist and fashion lover and wanted a bit more of that. I also could have used more character depth for the hero. I felt by the end I didn’t really know him that well other than he led a cliché mafia life. Some of the scenes just seemed to get a little crazy/gory just for the sake of it. I can’t believe how many people repeatedly broke into this house!
I tried to read the synopsis of Wilde’s books and find one that wasn’t second chance and didn’t have kids and I took a chance on this one and there is a child here 😆 so that lessened by love a bit (again, just personal).
The sex in this one was great though. It was hot and steamy and while I could have used a touch more of the emotional side (especially after the heroine just kind of broke down and capitulated to him), overall I loved it.
So, while this wasn’t a favorite for me, I would try Wilde again!
Quotes/thoughts:
Content warnings:
Author given content warnings:
Locations of kisses/intimate scenes:
Overall: ⭐️⭐️⭐️
Plot/Storyline: 📖📖📖
Feels: 🦋🦋
Emotional Depth: 💔💔💔
Sexual Tension: ⚡⚡⚡⚡
Romance: 💞💞💞💞
Sensuality: 💋💋💋
Sex Scene Length: 🍑🍑🍑🍑
Steam Scale (Number of Sex Scenes): 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥+
Humor: It’s a pretty heavy book so not much
Perspective: First person with chapters in both hero and heroine’s perspective
Cliffhanger: No
Epilogue: Yes, a touch in future (not far into the future)
Should I read in order?
This is a stand alone (or at least the first story in the series)
Basic plot:
With his brother dead, Gabriel takes his nephew into the folds of the Saint family – he doesn’t plan on taking the mother but once he sets eyes on her, he knows she’s his as well
Give this a try if you want:
- contemporary mafia romance
- Redhill, California setting
- you’re okay with a darker, mafia story line including abduction and forced marriage and plenty of violence and death on page
- artist/fashion designing heroine
- instalove (on behalf of the hero)
- enemies to lovers
- light praise kink
- highter steam – at least 6 full scenes and some light kink
Ages:
- didn’t catch either...would guess late 20s? Possibly early 30s?
First line:
My fingers curl at my side, the only emotion that’ll show on my body.
My thoughts:
I did like a few things about this book. I like darkish romance with kidnapped themes and the hero kidnaps the heroine pretty early in. I liked how in the hero was from the beginning. I enjoyed how dominating and possessive the hero was from the beginning – but also tried to be respectful of her. I appreciated that there was a build up of their relationship over the course of the book and they didn’t dive into everything sexually right away. I think that helped build some tension for me.
But I also struggled with this book. I think it was just a personal thing and maybe I watched 365 Days too recently because that movie just kept playing through my head while reading this. Like any scene that was similar I was seeing the movie and it drove me bonkers (which is obviously a personal problem – sorry everyone! 😆 )
I had a couple issues with the writing – a few things sounded a bit conflicting like about the hero’s mother’s character. I also thought the villain was quite predictable (though I don’t really care about that – I don’t read romance to be shocked and surprised). I wanted their character depths developed a bit more. I loved that the heroine was an artist and fashion lover and wanted a bit more of that. I also could have used more character depth for the hero. I felt by the end I didn’t really know him that well other than he led a cliché mafia life. Some of the scenes just seemed to get a little crazy/gory just for the sake of it. I can’t believe how many people repeatedly broke into this house!
I tried to read the synopsis of Wilde’s books and find one that wasn’t second chance and didn’t have kids and I took a chance on this one and there is a child here 😆 so that lessened by love a bit (again, just personal).
The sex in this one was great though. It was hot and steamy and while I could have used a touch more of the emotional side (especially after the heroine just kind of broke down and capitulated to him), overall I loved it.
So, while this wasn’t a favorite for me, I would try Wilde again!
Quotes/thoughts:
Content warnings:
Author given content warnings:
Locations of kisses/intimate scenes:
October 10, 2022
"As intoxicating as any drug, but twice as addictive. There isn't a single part of you I do not crave."
This was another addition to all the mafia romances out there and it was a good read. I liked the plot and the mystery about finding the person who betrayed Gabriel. Amelia's past came as a whiplash to me because I did not see it coming. The writing was good, you'll definitely be pulled into the story since the first page itself since this is not a typical biy meets girl kind of romance but it's enjoyable nonetheless. Overall if you're looking for a quick, dark and thrilling mafia romance with a single mom and a mob boss hero who is determined to drag them into his world, this is the book for you.
I received an ARC in exchange of an honest review
This was another addition to all the mafia romances out there and it was a good read. I liked the plot and the mystery about finding the person who betrayed Gabriel. Amelia's past came as a whiplash to me because I did not see it coming. The writing was good, you'll definitely be pulled into the story since the first page itself since this is not a typical biy meets girl kind of romance but it's enjoyable nonetheless. Overall if you're looking for a quick, dark and thrilling mafia romance with a single mom and a mob boss hero who is determined to drag them into his world, this is the book for you.
I received an ARC in exchange of an honest review
October 22, 2022
Pretty cover.
IG made me click 🤦♀️ Mention mafia, and it’s dark, of course I’ll try an author I skimmed as a debut, hoping for improvement.
This is not dark. Adding violence does not make it mafia.
Repetitive, told, in desperate need of editing.
The waterfront terminology used regarding commercial shipping began a slew of issues.
Requires considerable research. The Marina mentioned in California is no more than 25 feet deep. Commercial container shipping comes into ports, deep water, with wharves, not marina’s. It’s not a yacht club. I’ve worked in commercial shipping 🙃
Cement shoes as disposal you go straight down. It’s not a slow process, think dropping a brick into water. The whole plot makes little sense, sorry.
Reads like a first draft. Overly familiar theme. Second I’ve skimmed by this author.
IG made me click 🤦♀️ Mention mafia, and it’s dark, of course I’ll try an author I skimmed as a debut, hoping for improvement.
This is not dark. Adding violence does not make it mafia.
Repetitive, told, in desperate need of editing.
The waterfront terminology used regarding commercial shipping began a slew of issues.
Requires considerable research. The Marina mentioned in California is no more than 25 feet deep. Commercial container shipping comes into ports, deep water, with wharves, not marina’s. It’s not a yacht club. I’ve worked in commercial shipping 🙃
Cement shoes as disposal you go straight down. It’s not a slow process, think dropping a brick into water. The whole plot makes little sense, sorry.
Reads like a first draft. Overly familiar theme. Second I’ve skimmed by this author.
April 15, 2023
The book started out strong !!!! Then It took a turn and became awkward and stupid. You know when you watch a horror movie and the actor Is running towards the dark alley where the killer can get to them quicker .. that’s exactly how this book turned out. I was screaming at the characters during some of the scenes. How does this big bag mob boss get finessed by a man who is right under his NOSE! How is this mob boss soooo “bad ass” yet has the worst security in his home and places of business ! Come on!!! It really did start strong and I was hooked but once the stupidity of it happened.. I lost all interest.
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February 23, 2023DNF’ing at 7%. I don’t plan to rate the book. Ria seems like a very kind person and I don’t want to bring her ratings down at all. Ultimately, the writing style and lack of editing really distracted me from being able to appreciate this story. Things moved from present to past tense in the same paragraph. Many sentences were too long and ran-on needlessly, and overall, these are things that really distract me from enjoying a book. For those that can see past these things, the book might be really great! I didn’t get far enough to be able to review that aspect of it.
October 13, 2022
This is my first book by this Author, although her books have been sitting on my TBR for far too long. And I am a fool for not getting to her books sooner.
With that being said, I am so glad I jumped on the chance for this ARC. Because wow...I am obssessed! I enjoyed Ria's writing style immensely. She hit all the marks: fantastic/hilarious banter, strong FMC, Strong MMC (I mean he deserves his very own page of me just praising him), the most delicious and erotic spicy scenes I've read in a Mafia book. I honestly will be purchasing this book in any edition she produces and every single edition.
I have read a lot of Mafia books and Gabriel (MMC) whew...
This man was Morally Grey, I really loved how the author did not water him down at all. He was ruthless, sexy as sin, unapologetic, everything you want while reading about a Don. Also, he speaks Italian *swoon*. I find it so sexy when characters speak more than just endearing terms in their native tongue.
"La morte non viene per te oggi, Amelia," I murmur the words...
Now, not only were we blessed with an amazing Mafioso, but Amelia (FMC) stole my heart, broke it and returned it battered yet intact. This woman, my god this woman went through Hell. I loved her from the beginning until the very end. Gabriel gives her a nickname that is truly so fitting. Amelia was one of the biggest badasses I have ever had the pleasure of reading about.
The flow of the story was so smooth; I was captivated by the mystery in the plot. Every single thing in this book held a purpose. Nothing was mentioned to just throw in there and I LOVE when Authors do that. Also, big shoutout to Daddy Enzo....I can not tell you how much I am dying to get more of this man
Ria does an amazing job of listing her TW in the very beginning, but also there is an instance of child endangerment. Just remember, this book is a Dark Romance/Dark Mafia Romance. Read responsibly please, I felt Ria did an amazing job with this book. The only slight, very small thing I have to say was she did overuse the word "saw" a bit too much. Example: "My breath saws chaotically...". But, like I said this is nothing that is a major deal to me. Her writing was completely enjoyable, that yes I noticed this word being favored but it in no way impacted my reading experience! I love this book, I love this Author, and I hope that everyone who picks this up, get's their pre-order in, adds to cart, adds to tbr...just enjoys it as much as I did💀
With that being said, I am so glad I jumped on the chance for this ARC. Because wow...I am obssessed! I enjoyed Ria's writing style immensely. She hit all the marks: fantastic/hilarious banter, strong FMC, Strong MMC (I mean he deserves his very own page of me just praising him), the most delicious and erotic spicy scenes I've read in a Mafia book. I honestly will be purchasing this book in any edition she produces and every single edition.
I have read a lot of Mafia books and Gabriel (MMC) whew...
This man was Morally Grey, I really loved how the author did not water him down at all. He was ruthless, sexy as sin, unapologetic, everything you want while reading about a Don. Also, he speaks Italian *swoon*. I find it so sexy when characters speak more than just endearing terms in their native tongue.
"La morte non viene per te oggi, Amelia," I murmur the words...
Now, not only were we blessed with an amazing Mafioso, but Amelia (FMC) stole my heart, broke it and returned it battered yet intact. This woman, my god this woman went through Hell. I loved her from the beginning until the very end. Gabriel gives her a nickname that is truly so fitting. Amelia was one of the biggest badasses I have ever had the pleasure of reading about.
The flow of the story was so smooth; I was captivated by the mystery in the plot. Every single thing in this book held a purpose. Nothing was mentioned to just throw in there and I LOVE when Authors do that. Also, big shoutout to Daddy Enzo....I can not tell you how much I am dying to get more of this man
Ria does an amazing job of listing her TW in the very beginning, but also there is an instance of child endangerment. Just remember, this book is a Dark Romance/Dark Mafia Romance. Read responsibly please, I felt Ria did an amazing job with this book. The only slight, very small thing I have to say was she did overuse the word "saw" a bit too much. Example: "My breath saws chaotically...". But, like I said this is nothing that is a major deal to me. Her writing was completely enjoyable, that yes I noticed this word being favored but it in no way impacted my reading experience! I love this book, I love this Author, and I hope that everyone who picks this up, get's their pre-order in, adds to cart, adds to tbr...just enjoys it as much as I did💀
May 12, 2024
Я люблю читати книги де присутня мафія🖤🔥 таку атмосферу не передась більше жоден жанр книги🙃
Але таких книг де гарно описана мафія і любовна лінія є небагато🫣
Чи то мені поки що так траплялось😅
Обожнюю книги про мафію Ріни Кент, Кори Рейлі, Неви Алтадж і Рунікс🤭🖤
Щодо цієї книги і її сюжету, все починалось доволі цікаво та інтригуюче.
Амелія Дойл - самотня молода матуся, яка з всіх сил старається дати все своєму сину. Та втікає від свого темного і болісного минулого.
Габріель Сейнт - жорстокий голова мафії у місті Редхілл.
Те як вони зустрілись і як розвивались події, було логічно. До того моменту поки якимись магічним чином вони закохались так сильно за короткий термін. Далі було багато драми, місцями вона була зайва. Краще на цьому місці описали б ієрархію самої мафії: хто яку посаду займає, хто має більше влади, ворогів їх сім‘ї та союзників. Мені не вистачило саме мафії.
Впринципі книга, як на мене на вечір. Хоч і піднімаються важкі теми, над якими можна подумати. І багато де чіпляє емоційно, мені був перебор з драмою. Тому на 3/5⭐️ не скажу що я буду перечитувати цю книгу.
Але таких книг де гарно описана мафія і любовна лінія є небагато🫣
Чи то мені поки що так траплялось😅
Обожнюю книги про мафію Ріни Кент, Кори Рейлі, Неви Алтадж і Рунікс🤭🖤
Щодо цієї книги і її сюжету, все починалось доволі цікаво та інтригуюче.
Амелія Дойл - самотня молода матуся, яка з всіх сил старається дати все своєму сину. Та втікає від свого темного і болісного минулого.
Габріель Сейнт - жорстокий голова мафії у місті Редхілл.
Те як вони зустрілись і як розвивались події, було логічно. До того моменту поки якимись магічним чином вони закохались так сильно за короткий термін. Далі було багато драми, місцями вона була зайва. Краще на цьому місці описали б ієрархію самої мафії: хто яку посаду займає, хто має більше влади, ворогів їх сім‘ї та союзників. Мені не вистачило саме мафії.
Впринципі книга, як на мене на вечір. Хоч і піднімаються важкі теми, над якими можна подумати. І багато де чіпляє емоційно, мені був перебор з драмою. Тому на 3/5⭐️ не скажу що я буду перечитувати цю книгу.
February 12, 2024
Не дуже люблю читати про мафію, але ця книга зацікавила своїм сюжетом, тому я вирішила прочитати її. Габріель і Амелія в моєму серці, вони дуже милі. Часто в подібних книжках я не бачу справжнього кохання, завжди здається що кохають тільки за зовнішність. Але тут я побачила справжнє кохання, хоча і без зовнішності не обійтись (це як обовʼязковий пункт). Якщо не знаєте що прочитати - можна взяти цю книгу 💋
November 29, 2024
This was a fun read full of spice and a swoonworthy hero. I loved Gabriel and Amelia as a couple and really enjoyed reading their story - esp since she's a single mom🥰 My only complaint is with the plot. You seriously expect me to believe that a mafia man would do nothing when his city is being destroyed bit by bit? And then suddenly we get the overly dramatic ending which felt extremely exaggerated and frankly, didn't make sense because it's a mafia romance. There were some spelling errors too but other than that, this was a very easy read with no drama. Totally enjoyed it!
safety squad:
- no OW/OM drama
- no cheating/sharing
- single mom (h had an accidental pregnancy after a ONS with the H's older brother)
- mafia romance
- forced marriage
- HEA
safety squad:
- no OW/OM drama
- no cheating/sharing
- single mom (h had an accidental pregnancy after a ONS with the H's older brother)
- mafia romance
- forced marriage
- HEA
January 30, 2024
This book was literally everything; it became one of my all-time favorites. But please keep in mind that this book is a dark romance with very intense themes.
I don't know how I discovered this book; all I know is that I purchased it last year with the hope of reading it this year. So, I don't know who to thank for it, but thank you anyway!
This is the story of Gabriel (H) and Amelia (h), and their journey. Believe me when I say it was a rollercoaster full of ups and downs.
Writing Style:
This was better than the "Twisted City Duet"; it was enjoyable and simple. I discovered that "Little Bird" was the first book the author published, so I guess it made sense. I loved the progress and the difference between her first book and this one.
Main Characters:
Let's start with our hero Gabriel: one word, 'Perfection.' I loved this man. He was ruthless, dangerous, and the kind you have to stay away from. But with Amelia, he was kind and patient, putting her above everything. Imagine that he went from asking her why she is crying - because he genuinely doesn't understand why people cry - to actually crying over her. He was supportive and wanted to make all her dreams come true.
Amelia: my girl, my beautiful girl. She's been through a lot, and I sobbed like crazy for her. But even after everything, she remained strong and brave for her son; she was willing to do everything for him, and I admired her!
Plot:
I loved everything about it - the development of the characters and the plot twist at the end. I couldn't put the book down; I was always on edge because I knew something would happen any second. There was enough romance but also a story to keep you reading, and the smut, it was fire, to say the least. However, I was a wreck by the end of the book because of how much I cried.
This story was a combination of everything; even the side characters were amazing, and I can't wait to read their stories. I am so curious about what is hidden behind their facade.
If you are in the mood for an emotional dark romance, with a valiant heroine and an obsessed hero who falls first, then this book is for you.
I don't know how I discovered this book; all I know is that I purchased it last year with the hope of reading it this year. So, I don't know who to thank for it, but thank you anyway!
This is the story of Gabriel (H) and Amelia (h), and their journey. Believe me when I say it was a rollercoaster full of ups and downs.
“You could love me, Amelia.” He finally says. Wait…what? Was that what he had said before?
“If you let go of this hate,” he says, keeping eye contact, “You could love me. I could provide for you.”
“I don’t need you.”
“No.” He agrees.
Writing Style:
This was better than the "Twisted City Duet"; it was enjoyable and simple. I discovered that "Little Bird" was the first book the author published, so I guess it made sense. I loved the progress and the difference between her first book and this one.
Main Characters:
Let's start with our hero Gabriel: one word, 'Perfection.' I loved this man. He was ruthless, dangerous, and the kind you have to stay away from. But with Amelia, he was kind and patient, putting her above everything. Imagine that he went from asking her why she is crying - because he genuinely doesn't understand why people cry - to actually crying over her. He was supportive and wanted to make all her dreams come true.
I stare up at him, “Are you hurt?” I whisper.
He shakes his head as a tear drips off the end of his nose and lands on my lip. My tongue peeks out to taste it. “Then why are you crying?”
Amelia: my girl, my beautiful girl. She's been through a lot, and I sobbed like crazy for her. But even after everything, she remained strong and brave for her son; she was willing to do everything for him, and I admired her!
Plot:
I loved everything about it - the development of the characters and the plot twist at the end. I couldn't put the book down; I was always on edge because I knew something would happen any second. There was enough romance but also a story to keep you reading, and the smut, it was fire, to say the least. However, I was a wreck by the end of the book because of how much I cried.
This story was a combination of everything; even the side characters were amazing, and I can't wait to read their stories. I am so curious about what is hidden behind their facade.
If you are in the mood for an emotional dark romance, with a valiant heroine and an obsessed hero who falls first, then this book is for you.
July 4, 2023
MY GOODNESS! This book was so fucking good, I knew I was gonna fall in love with Gabriel the moment he became uncontrollably obsessed with Amelia, the love that man had for her is out of this world & don’t even get me started on chapter 43 it did things to my yk what haha. I loved Amelia the sas she had with Gabriel & everyone even with knowing who they were was amazing. I’ll be patiently waiting for Enzo’s story that man stole my heart & he didn’t even say a single word.
“As much as I prefer my hand as your necklace, Amelia, I knew it couldn’t be there forever so this was the next best accessory for the woman who held my whole heart.”
“As much as I prefer my hand as your necklace, Amelia, I knew it couldn’t be there forever so this was the next best accessory for the woman who held my whole heart.”
October 20, 2022
(Thank you Peachy Keen and the author Ria Wilde for the eARC in exchange for a spoiler free review)
Please check trigger warnings before reading.
Tropes: kidnapping, mafia, forced marriage, forced proximity, single parent, slow burn
I’ve always been on the lookout for captor-captive books and once I read that this would be I immediately signed up for the ARC. Throw in mafia and that is just the perfect recipe.
This was my first book by Ria and I liked the writing style of her - straight to the point. The short chapters really made it easier to concentrate on the book without putting it down.
The plot was developed well enough to continue reading the book. I personally don’t find Gabriel the “morally grey man” almost every dark romance book claims to have but he was mush for Amelia. I like a FMC that’s headstrong and Amelia was that, she didn’t give in just because she should.
The reason why I’m giving it 4 stars is because the plot was predictable. Even though there were plot twists I thought it was clear on who might it be.
Overall a good mafia book in a while, I will check out Ria’s other books!
Please check trigger warnings before reading.
Tropes: kidnapping, mafia, forced marriage, forced proximity, single parent, slow burn
I’ve always been on the lookout for captor-captive books and once I read that this would be I immediately signed up for the ARC. Throw in mafia and that is just the perfect recipe.
This was my first book by Ria and I liked the writing style of her - straight to the point. The short chapters really made it easier to concentrate on the book without putting it down.
The plot was developed well enough to continue reading the book. I personally don’t find Gabriel the “morally grey man” almost every dark romance book claims to have but he was mush for Amelia. I like a FMC that’s headstrong and Amelia was that, she didn’t give in just because she should.
The reason why I’m giving it 4 stars is because the plot was predictable. Even though there were plot twists I thought it was clear on who might it be.
Overall a good mafia book in a while, I will check out Ria’s other books!
October 23, 2022
2.75 * I really enjoyed the plot of this book ,but there are so many useless fillers, inconsistencies. Ie.. why would there be hitmen to take them ( Amelia and Lincoln )out ? The boy, Talon was paid to find the cctv footage and info about people, the entire chapter was his back story , how much of a genius he was, then nada, until the very end (which was useless). What was the point of that ? Amelia recognizes the voices but does not say anything? The guy they captured looked at Alex and he sees that , but does nothing? All these signs and Gabrielle was so pathetic he never fighters anything out. Both characters are so dumb , it really dulled the story. How many times do we need to hear him say he failed? Do something about it . There were clues and you were so dumb to acknowledge. Amelia was worst. It got to the point where I was like end this already. This stupidity is grating .,,
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
July 13, 2024
Babes I devoured this book. I came across a scene on TikTok and went to kindle instantly. it was so good. I’ve been reading since 7am and I’ve just finished and it’s 10am. I could not stop.
I’m not going to put Rtc on this one yet because I still have many books I need to write reviews for, THEYRE COMING I PROMISE. But yeah I loved it so much.
I’m not going to put Rtc on this one yet because I still have many books I need to write reviews for, THEYRE COMING I PROMISE. But yeah I loved it so much.
May 21, 2024
Ну тут точно тверда 3 щось не можу поставити більше, книга то не погана але чогось не вистачило
Мені дуже сподобалась Амелія по характеру вона і справді схожа на тигрицю і прекрасна мама 😻
До речі я так і не зрозуміла як вона з тим Лукасом чи як його там звʼязалась це або я пропустила цей момент або вона не говорила про це
А ще сиджу і думаю як маленький хлопчик має на це все дивитись- виходить що його мама одружена з його дядьком ну а потім коли в них діти будуть то як це? Ну я ше про таке не читала 😳
Габріель хороший чоловік але саме чоловік а не мафіозний дон щось після того як він одружився з Амелією за мафію він думав в останню чергу
Мафія взагалі в цій книзі була дуже слабо описана просто ніби добавили її для галочки ну і нічого такого темного в книзі не було
Навіть той самий кінець можна було зробити епічнішим🤷🏿♀️
Замітила що ще є книга про Атласа і Енцо і ще здається має бути про того хлопчика лікаря, ще хочу про них почитати
Не знаю коли я це все маю читати😫 вже напевно завтра за одну з них візьмусь, вони не великі за розміром до 300 сторінок
До речі писало що ця книга мала 570 з чимось сторінок але я щось взагалі не відчувала, до прикладу взяти книги Вероніки Ланцет (але вони здається ще більші були) там справді відчувалась кількість сторінок, не знаю чи це плюс чи мінус🤔
Мені дуже сподобалась Амелія по характеру вона і справді схожа на тигрицю і прекрасна мама 😻
До речі я так і не зрозуміла як вона з тим Лукасом чи як його там звʼязалась це або я пропустила цей момент або вона не говорила про це
А ще сиджу і думаю як маленький хлопчик має на це все дивитись- виходить що його мама одружена з його дядьком ну а потім коли в них діти будуть то як це? Ну я ше про таке не читала 😳
Габріель хороший чоловік але саме чоловік а не мафіозний дон щось після того як він одружився з Амелією за мафію він думав в останню чергу
Мафія взагалі в цій книзі була дуже слабо описана просто ніби добавили її для галочки ну і нічого такого темного в книзі не було
Навіть той самий кінець можна було зробити епічнішим🤷🏿♀️
Замітила що ще є книга про Атласа і Енцо і ще здається має бути про того хлопчика лікаря, ще хочу про них почитати
Не знаю коли я це все маю читати😫 вже напевно завтра за одну з них візьмусь, вони не великі за розміром до 300 сторінок
До речі писало що ця книга мала 570 з чимось сторінок але я щось взагалі не відчувала, до прикладу взяти книги Вероніки Ланцет (але вони здається ще більші були) там справді відчувалась кількість сторінок, не знаю чи це плюс чи мінус🤔
March 11, 2024
this was a wild intense ride. amelia is an insanely strong character. this book is definitely more of a slower burn but it grew on me. in the end, gabriel was such a softie and thats exactly how I like my men. this also has the "who did this to you" type of scene and i ate it up. i'll definitely check out more of ria's books.
April 22, 2023
Best Suspense Mystery Book!
No Saint was my first time read of the author and I.LOVED.IT.SOO.MUCH!! Especially since it has all of my favourite tropes in just one story. Amelia's past was hard and heartbreaking. Gabriel's morally grey MMC who Don and owns a city and has blood on his hands. The story has quite surprising turns of events out of nowhere and oh, the mystery. I was intrigued from the first page till the last page. The story has me guessing and kept on the edge of seat the whole time. The actions, secrets, plot twists and turns, spice are amazing and perfect. The ending I never saw coming!! I'll definitely be reading Ria's upcoming books especially Atlas and Enzo.
No Saint was my first time read of the author and I.LOVED.IT.SOO.MUCH!! Especially since it has all of my favourite tropes in just one story. Amelia's past was hard and heartbreaking. Gabriel's morally grey MMC who Don and owns a city and has blood on his hands. The story has quite surprising turns of events out of nowhere and oh, the mystery. I was intrigued from the first page till the last page. The story has me guessing and kept on the edge of seat the whole time. The actions, secrets, plot twists and turns, spice are amazing and perfect. The ending I never saw coming!! I'll definitely be reading Ria's upcoming books especially Atlas and Enzo.
January 13, 2025
DNF at 45%. The first one of the year!
I guess either I'm not in the mood, or it's just that bad.
I mean, in terms of safety, it's everything I should love, and the idea of this book could have been great: a single mom and an obssessed mafia don, but unfortunately, the execution wasn't there.
I didn't like the writing. I didn't like the characters (except for the kid). Amelia was childish, and cringe. Some of her actions were so weird, I swear, I thought she was a teenager instead of grown up woman. I won't even talk about Gabriel because there's nothing to say. He was bland; nothing special or exciting about him.
So yeah, thank you next.
Safety warnings (until the 45%):
NO OW DRAMA ;
NO OM DRAMA ;
The FMC had a one night stand with the MMC's brother (off page), and had a kid with him, though she raised him alone. The brother and the FMC didn't have a romantic relationship.
The MMC seems to be completely devoted to the FMC.
I guess either I'm not in the mood, or it's just that bad.
I mean, in terms of safety, it's everything I should love, and the idea of this book could have been great: a single mom and an obssessed mafia don, but unfortunately, the execution wasn't there.
I didn't like the writing. I didn't like the characters (except for the kid). Amelia was childish, and cringe. Some of her actions were so weird, I swear, I thought she was a teenager instead of grown up woman. I won't even talk about Gabriel because there's nothing to say. He was bland; nothing special or exciting about him.
So yeah, thank you next.
Safety warnings (until the 45%):
NO OW DRAMA ;
NO OM DRAMA ;
The FMC had a one night stand with the MMC's brother (off page), and had a kid with him, though she raised him alone. The brother and the FMC didn't have a romantic relationship.
The MMC seems to be completely devoted to the FMC.
January 5, 2023
rating: 2 || spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️ (2.75, maybe inching to 3)
gabriel and amelia's love story was meh. the spice was also meh.
if anyone is looking start reading mafia stories, i'd recommend this one. compared to other mafia stories i've read, this was one mild (this is speaking from personal opinion and experience. everyone's threshold is different). but please, check ur TWs before diving into this book.
i was hoping for more with this story. the storyline was interesting, and i wished the author expanded more on the dead brother's baby mama situation.
i didn't really feel their connection. however i felt the connection with gabriel. he was sweet and ruthless at the same time. my type of guy. honestly, gabriel is the saving grace of this story (and perhaps enzo too).
in conclusion, if you've read heavier mafia story, you might find this one boring. the MMC was the only reason i continued on with the story.
gabriel and amelia's love story was meh. the spice was also meh.
if anyone is looking start reading mafia stories, i'd recommend this one. compared to other mafia stories i've read, this was one mild (this is speaking from personal opinion and experience. everyone's threshold is different). but please, check ur TWs before diving into this book.
i was hoping for more with this story. the storyline was interesting, and i wished the author expanded more on the dead brother's baby mama situation.
i didn't really feel their connection. however i felt the connection with gabriel. he was sweet and ruthless at the same time. my type of guy. honestly, gabriel is the saving grace of this story (and perhaps enzo too).
in conclusion, if you've read heavier mafia story, you might find this one boring. the MMC was the only reason i continued on with the story.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
November 5, 2022
This book….
I don’t even know what to say other than it was bad.
By like 20% in I’ve already deduced who the “bad guy” is. Wasn’t even a good villain. Absolutely nothing was shocking about this book, there was no twists, or amazing moments. There were definitely some gross moments, and cringey moments.
Nothing about the writing style pulls you in and envelops you into the story.
The MMC was a fucking idiot- what man in a gang feels what’s supposed to be these horrible gruesome scars on the FMC’s back, and not even her lower back, and says “oh they must be stretch marks from her pregnancy”… I…. Pardon..?
Nothing about this was good.
I don’t even know what to say other than it was bad.
By like 20% in I’ve already deduced who the “bad guy” is. Wasn’t even a good villain. Absolutely nothing was shocking about this book, there was no twists, or amazing moments. There were definitely some gross moments, and cringey moments.
Nothing about the writing style pulls you in and envelops you into the story.
The MMC was a fucking idiot- what man in a gang feels what’s supposed to be these horrible gruesome scars on the FMC’s back, and not even her lower back, and says “oh they must be stretch marks from her pregnancy”… I…. Pardon..?
Nothing about this was good.
January 8, 2023
Don't you all hate when you figure out the killer early on and then you're forced to spend the rest of the book rolling your eyes at the main characters for not solving it even when they have the clues right in front of their darned eyes and EVEN when they specify again and again how they get the ick feeling about that said killer and they don't even investigate that???? Yeah, me too.
February 15, 2024
I love this book. Finally I get to read a book that has all that I want in a mafia book. I always say that wattpad some good torture scenes with proper love. A mafia book should have all and this book is exactly that. Its been long since I rated a book 5 star, so guys what are you waiting for? Go read it now.
Book Review:
What happens when you are barely making a living and one day a loud bang comes to your door? What happens when you think the fear you always have, your past has finally found you and now you have no where to go? What happens when the person is not from your past but a mafia who is feared by the whole town? Why do you think he came looking for you when you did nothing? What happen when he says, he needs your son? Why do you think he needs your little son? What would happen now since you won't be handing over your son and he is there for him and would do anything to have him? Would he kill you? What do you think?
Tropes:
>> Single mom
>> Mafia romance
>> Forced marriage
>> Sp!tting / Tied-up
>> Torture / Physical Abuse
>> Traumatic past / Kidnapping
>> Enemies to lovers
>> Dual POV / HEA
>> Hand necklace / Safe word
>> Edg!ng / Bond@ge
>> Captor x Captive
>> Touch her & Die
>> Murder
>> Brother's ex
>> Self - conscious FMC
>> Protective FMC
Read this super amazing Captor x captive single badass mom mafia romance.
Book Review:
What happens when you are barely making a living and one day a loud bang comes to your door? What happens when you think the fear you always have, your past has finally found you and now you have no where to go? What happens when the person is not from your past but a mafia who is feared by the whole town? Why do you think he came looking for you when you did nothing? What happen when he says, he needs your son? Why do you think he needs your little son? What would happen now since you won't be handing over your son and he is there for him and would do anything to have him? Would he kill you? What do you think?
Tropes:
>> Single mom
>> Mafia romance
>> Forced marriage
>> Sp!tting / Tied-up
>> Torture / Physical Abuse
>> Traumatic past / Kidnapping
>> Enemies to lovers
>> Dual POV / HEA
>> Hand necklace / Safe word
>> Edg!ng / Bond@ge
>> Captor x Captive
>> Touch her & Die
>> Murder
>> Brother's ex
>> Self - conscious FMC
>> Protective FMC
Read this super amazing Captor x captive single badass mom mafia romance.
January 22, 2025
I really enjoyed this mafia read. It is the stereotypical forced proximity/ marriage mafia trope however the author does a great job of developing the characters. It is dual POV and we are able to see and feel their personalities and some of
Their backgrounds and relationships with family and each other. I loved how vulnerable yet strong willed the FMC was and how obsessed and protective the MMC was.
I will be reading more from this world and author.
There was some mafia violence and off page past abuse so check your triggers.
Contemporary Mafia romance. Dual POV
Their backgrounds and relationships with family and each other. I loved how vulnerable yet strong willed the FMC was and how obsessed and protective the MMC was.
I will be reading more from this world and author.
There was some mafia violence and off page past abuse so check your triggers.
Contemporary Mafia romance. Dual POV
June 21, 2024
Spoilers ahead
Amelia is on the run from her abusive stepfather, she's managed to make a life if her own. A ONS leads to her being a single parent but she's coping as best she can....until her son's uncle comes to claim his heir.
The Saints have ruled the city for years, with the sudden death of his brother Gabriel now holds the reins of the Saints empire. An investigation into his brother's death turns up evidence of a nephew he didn't know existed. As the last full blooded Saint Gabriel is determined to secure the child of his brother.... meeting Amelia forced him to adjust his plans.
******
Nope nope nope, here's why
1) Amelia has been desperately struggling to survive with her son. She knew his father was a Saint but she didn't want him to grown up in that dangerous world. Gabriel kidnaps her and her son. The thing for me is that I hold single parents to a higher standard that typical MCs....as a parent there should be no limits tk what you'd do for your child. Amelia is thrust into this world and fights it every step of the way. She refuses clothes and assistance to.further her education. For half this book she fought Gabriel and I was so pissed off at her. I've never been able to eat my pride and someone who was struggling to make ends meet all along but refuses help just doesn't sit right with me
2) Gabriel treated his men as disposable, he goes around roaring that the Saints rule the city while his men are dropping like flies. If you're telling me that the Saints are the baddest of the big bads I need to SEE that in action!! Nobody should've been able to fuck with him especially when Amelia started getting hurt. Someone is stealing his shipments, killing his men and burning his businessess but he makes some weak ass attempts to find the perpetrator 🙄
3) Amelia slept with Gabriel's now deceased brother and had a child, we're told this and that's it. I needed some explanation of what happened. I'd have preferred she was just drunk but I got nothing
4) Did I mention I couldn't stand Amelia!!! She fought for so much of the book then suddenly flips the script half way through and decides she actually wants Gabriel, shit gave me whiplash
5) A mafia boss badass as effective as a monkey on speed
*****
The positives
The baby.... though I'd have liked more interaction between him and the H
I liked how Gabriel was with her, he was deliciously j/p Alpha male. I just wish he'd paused panting after her to see about his business
********
No cheating
h had a baby from a ONS with the H's brother who's now deceased
Mentions of childhood physical and sexual abuse to the h by her stepdad
Lots of violence
h is kidnapped, beaten and sexually assaulted (not rape)
No details to know if Gabriel was a manwhore
Amelia is on the run from her abusive stepfather, she's managed to make a life if her own. A ONS leads to her being a single parent but she's coping as best she can....until her son's uncle comes to claim his heir.
The Saints have ruled the city for years, with the sudden death of his brother Gabriel now holds the reins of the Saints empire. An investigation into his brother's death turns up evidence of a nephew he didn't know existed. As the last full blooded Saint Gabriel is determined to secure the child of his brother.... meeting Amelia forced him to adjust his plans.
******
Nope nope nope, here's why
1) Amelia has been desperately struggling to survive with her son. She knew his father was a Saint but she didn't want him to grown up in that dangerous world. Gabriel kidnaps her and her son. The thing for me is that I hold single parents to a higher standard that typical MCs....as a parent there should be no limits tk what you'd do for your child. Amelia is thrust into this world and fights it every step of the way. She refuses clothes and assistance to.further her education. For half this book she fought Gabriel and I was so pissed off at her. I've never been able to eat my pride and someone who was struggling to make ends meet all along but refuses help just doesn't sit right with me
2) Gabriel treated his men as disposable, he goes around roaring that the Saints rule the city while his men are dropping like flies. If you're telling me that the Saints are the baddest of the big bads I need to SEE that in action!! Nobody should've been able to fuck with him especially when Amelia started getting hurt. Someone is stealing his shipments, killing his men and burning his businessess but he makes some weak ass attempts to find the perpetrator 🙄
3) Amelia slept with Gabriel's now deceased brother and had a child, we're told this and that's it. I needed some explanation of what happened. I'd have preferred she was just drunk but I got nothing
4) Did I mention I couldn't stand Amelia!!! She fought for so much of the book then suddenly flips the script half way through and decides she actually wants Gabriel, shit gave me whiplash
5) A mafia boss badass as effective as a monkey on speed
*****
The positives
The baby.... though I'd have liked more interaction between him and the H
I liked how Gabriel was with her, he was deliciously j/p Alpha male. I just wish he'd paused panting after her to see about his business
********
No cheating
h had a baby from a ONS with the H's brother who's now deceased
Mentions of childhood physical and sexual abuse to the h by her stepdad
Lots of violence
h is kidnapped, beaten and sexually assaulted (not rape)
No details to know if Gabriel was a manwhore
December 7, 2022
3.75 ⭐
so, it was good?
I really started this book with zero expectations since the recent ones I've read of this niche were quite disappointing but— this one elevated the bar.
I was intrigued since the beginning for how it started, loved the ambiance and the mystery.
I'm not spending so much words of the things I liked but I have like two or three things that didn't sit well on me.
- good lord the translations 😩 istg why authors don't check if it's correct or not before publishing a book. it costs ZERO time, literally. Google Traslate works pretty well in my humble opinion. You're not translating an entire essay about quantum physics, you're translating 2 literal words that they teach in preschool.
I get that we, in Italy, we have a different grammar but ffs
I WILL. TRANSLATE THAT. FOR YOU. FOR. FREE.
literally, DM me.
Care for an example?
"My world" = (il) mio mondo / mondo mio both are correct (with GoogleT)
why the actual f did you wrote "mondo mia"
"world" (mondo) in IT is a masculine noun, where the f did you end up with this term? you can't just invent your own grammar.
And goes on for basically the whole book and let me tell you, it was nerve-racking.
I cannot give it 5 stars let alone 4.
-the other thing, I was a bit disappointed with who was behind everything, "the villain" it was pretty obvious in this situation, I would have loved a little more mystery and their relationship a bit more developed and the reasons that drove him to act like that a bit more explained. For the way they were portrayed they seemed a little childish.
overall.. I'm looking forward for the other books the author have planned to write in future,
Atlas is getting his own book (All the Broken Pieces in early 2023) so will Enzo and Davon.
I'm VERY interested in Enzo's 👀
so, it was good?
I really started this book with zero expectations since the recent ones I've read of this niche were quite disappointing but— this one elevated the bar.
I was intrigued since the beginning for how it started, loved the ambiance and the mystery.
I'm not spending so much words of the things I liked but I have like two or three things that didn't sit well on me.
- good lord the translations 😩 istg why authors don't check if it's correct or not before publishing a book. it costs ZERO time, literally. Google Traslate works pretty well in my humble opinion. You're not translating an entire essay about quantum physics, you're translating 2 literal words that they teach in preschool.
I get that we, in Italy, we have a different grammar but ffs
I WILL. TRANSLATE THAT. FOR YOU. FOR. FREE.
literally, DM me.
Care for an example?
"My world" = (il) mio mondo / mondo mio both are correct (with GoogleT)
why the actual f did you wrote "mondo mia"
"world" (mondo) in IT is a masculine noun, where the f did you end up with this term? you can't just invent your own grammar.
And goes on for basically the whole book and let me tell you, it was nerve-racking.
I cannot give it 5 stars let alone 4.
-the other thing, I was a bit disappointed with who was behind everything, "the villain" it was pretty obvious in this situation, I would have loved a little more mystery and their relationship a bit more developed and the reasons that drove him to act like that a bit more explained. For the way they were portrayed they seemed a little childish.
overall.. I'm looking forward for the other books the author have planned to write in future,
Atlas is getting his own book (All the Broken Pieces in early 2023) so will Enzo and Davon.
I'm VERY interested in Enzo's 👀
October 30, 2022
Was this written by a man who has zero insight on women? I officially hate Ria Wilde's books, never again. Complete bullshit.
November 12, 2022
this was solid! had some things i didn’t love but overall for a mafia romance with a antihero, it was great. love the spicy scenes towards the end!
4/5⭐️
3.75/5🔥
4/5⭐️
3.75/5🔥
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