Devious Roses

Gangsters & Roses #4

by Sienne Vega

Delphine and I have started a new chapter of our lives.
Finally together and married, things have never been better.
Then one incident after another happens and proves otherwise.
Somebody's lurking in the shadows that's out to get me, to get us.
One thing becomes they won't stop 'til I make them. The rich and powerful elite refuse to stop targeting us.
They've devised new and awful ways to keep us apart.
As we try to be blissful newlyweds, they try to rip Salvatore away from me.
But nothing in the world will ever manage to destroy our love.
We will fight 'til our last dying breath if it means we get to be together.

Devious Roses is book 4 in the Gangsters & Roses dark mafia romance series. It is a forbidden romance that is not suitable for readers under the age of 18 due to graphic violent and sexual content. This story also contains themes that some readers may find upsetting. Please read the content warning at the start of the book before proceeding.

240 pages, Kindle Edition

Published July 16, 2023

About the author

Sienne has a thing for dark and brooding alphas and the diverse women who love them.
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She enjoys writing stories where lines are blurred and the romance is dark and delicious.
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In her spare time, she unwinds with a nice glass of wine and Netflix binge.

****ALL of my books have trigger warnings. Please take a sec to either visit siennevega.com for a list OR read the front of the book labeled "Content Warnings".****

Reviews

[June · Rating 5 out of 5]

WTF!!!! Only Ms Vega has the ability to make my jaw drop!! That ending literally had me screaming. There will be NO SPOILERS coming from me. You’re going to have to read and find out. Jon and Phi have been fighting for their love since they were teenagers but it’s like the world doesn’t want them to be together. But that will never stop them from trying. I love the way Salvatore loves Delphine, she is actually everything to him. And he will do anything for her. He will always protect her and she too is very protective of him. This love story has been so beautiful to watch and I’m just hella excited.

Ms Vega had me convinced Savage Roses would be the end of Jon and Phi’s story and I was so emotional because I wasn’t ready to say goodbye to them, now I’m glad I don’t have to and I get to experience them more. When this series actually ends, it will be very very hard to let them go. But I will read anything this author puts out. It’s going to be a good year for us fans. I know she’s working on an MC romance and then Cruel Delights and more Jon and Phi??? We’re eating good

[Bree · Rating 4 out of 5]

Overall a satisfying check in with Salvatore and Delphine. It’s over a year later since the last book and we see how they’re coping and how they’ve moved on (or haven’t) from the things that happened to them. You feel for them because of course they have lasting trauma from what they’ve been through. Phi still drives me crazy sometimes, in the first half I was waiting to see her boss moments. We see a few moments in the second half but I want to see completely in control Salvatore and Delphine. I want them to make fools of their enemies instead of just making it out alive.

That epilogue…..seriously?! Every time you give a character and ounce of respect I mean like 2% they go and do stupid stuff. In the next and I think last installment, I’d like to see them have the upper hand and play this person for once.

[Nene · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow!

I thought the storyline was great I love this couple and someone is always trying to come between them. I knew that man was not dead. I can't wait for the next book, I would recommend. I hope these people will just leave them alone.

[CLorraine · Rating 5 out of 5]

Sienne Vega gives fans of her Roses series an extraordinary and totally unexpected treat! In Devious Roses, Ms. Vega brings Phi and Salvatore back to tell more of their singular story with almost more passion, angst, and thrills than we can handle. We are drawn decidedly back into the world of Roses from the opening prologue where the newest villain hazily appears. Is this a former foe or a brand spanking new face? The newly married couple have both reinvented their professional lives with Salvatore heading his father’s organization while Phi has focused her formidable skills as an attorney on the private sector. Even though they are happy, together, and even more in love, shadows from the past continue to darken their shared dreams. Ms. Vega tells her story with a steely exuberance that captures and holds our attention from start to finish. The book ends with a surprise appearance that sets up the action for the coming installment. In addition, the secondary characters are well defined and hopefully Stitches will continue to shine! This book was a great addition to the series.

[dee · Rating 4 out of 5]

The next chapter of Delphine & Salvatore continues. We continue to see the life whoas of this couple unfold. They hit another roadblock that they have to overcome together. I continue to enjoy that the author doesnt sugarcoat the realities of mafia life, trauma and how it really impacts people. We see how it affects both Delphine and Salvatore. I continue to be irritated with the heroine/Delphine because she continues to always to be the reckless one in the couple. We do see Salvatore evolve and mature in ways that we don't see with Delphine/Phi. There were some good surprise turns and foes in the story. Could have wrapped up better at the end, but overall good read. Book does keep you pretty engaged with the story due to the mystery and suspense shrouding the couple. Good plot twist at the end to set up for the next book. However, Im hoping they can wrap that up with Salvatore/Phi so we can move on to love for Stitches 😊.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Judy · Rating 5 out of 5]

If ever a couple deserves peace and a HEA it is these two. Yet, seems someone (not spoiling who) has returned from the dead to spoil things again. Haven’t these people figured out these two will always be together.
These two are a magnet that will find each other no matter what you put them through.
This story has a twist around every corner. The passion of these two is insane.
I love how descriptive the author is, it just sucks you in and you want more while also just praying these two can just be happy and safe for a while.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Adalle · Rating 5 out of 5]

OOOOHHHHMMMMMMGGGGGGGGG!

4th installment of Gangsters and Roses is TOTALLY AWESOME. There’s so much intrigue and excitement. It’s so hard to truly put into just one review.

I won’t give nothing away. But I will say this. Things are never what they appear to be. And you will definitely need a drink, a snack, a pair of depends and quiet place. This will definitely be one for the books…lol.


Any opinions expressed in this review are solely and uniquely made by me and I am happily leaving this review. I originally voluntarily received an advanced copy of THIS book via bsprout.

[Lena · Rating 5 out of 5]

Just when I think Salvatore and Delphine will get their happily ever after, more craziness blows it all to pieces. This time, it's blasts from the past that comes back to rock their worls. The twists and turns keep you guessing about what's going on and who's connected. It that mysterious elements as well as the blazing chemistry between Salvatore and Delphine that keeps you sucked in my beginning to end. Speaking of the ending, the teaser for the final book was awesome. I knew he'd be back for the final showdown. Can't wait to see how this all ends. Excellent read!!!

[Donna Lawson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Damn, is what I repeated throughout this storyline, steadily turning pages, read it overnight. This is deep, twisted, pure hell, yet both survive 😳. It's amazing their mental faculties are not completely haywired, and their love for each other not weakened 😮. It's the fight for survival, only to prepare them for the return of her father, ghatt damn 🤨. Good read, it's well-written, with amazing and complex supporting characters 😉.

I received a ARC of this book via Booksprout, and I'm voluntarily leaving a review.

[evette w · Rating 4 out of 5]

Still The.Bomb!!

This couple has been through more than the average one who's been married 30 years. They say love makes a way and conquers all,if we have not seen it in these two ,then we are missing the big picture. This has been a love fest of us against the world,and we have a few bumps and bruises but still on top.The chemistry is always on point and dialogue is so so very good. I would love to give away a few juicy pieces but no! You have to pull up yourselves and get a taste.

[Willie-mai · Rating 5 out of 5]

I’m loving this series by Sienne Vega! It’s entertaining, intense and captivating! Delphine and Salvatore’s story may have full circle! Devious Roses was action packed and filled with intrigue! It was sexy, had great storytelling and has always great character development! I really enjoy it, and hope all their drama’s finally coming to an end in this final book!.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Alyssa · Rating 5 out of 5]

Delphine and Salvatore are back. They are living their happily every after, but things don't stay that way. 

I loved this book. I loved reading about Delphine and Salvatore. The way their relationship has grown but also stayed the same. 

We do get an answer as to whether or not Delphine's father is still alive. 

If you enjoyed the previous books in this series, you will want to read this one. 

[J · Rating 5 out of 5]

A little confused by the timeline as when the book begins she is not pregnant and at the end of book 3 she was.

Salvatore's evil dad pulls his last card and gets him thrown in jail. Delphine works to get him out & uncovers the corruption of the current DA. Love wins in the end like Stitches declared from the beginning. He has become a great friend to them both !

[Merry Jelks-Emmanuel · Rating 5 out of 5]

Salvatore and Phi kept me glued to the pages once again with the newest addition to their story. It is a well written story filled with exciting twists and turns that makes you want to cheer this couple over their hurdles and on to having happiness.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Kandiemarie · Rating 5 out of 5]

This series is amazing!! I love Sienne Vega!!! Each time I read a book from the series it got better and better. Never disappointed. Highly recommend reading this book and the series. I'm definitely looking forward to reading more from Vega.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Marcia Worbey · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very Good

Another page turner by Vega, I think the other three books had were darker, more of a thriller than this book. I still enjoyed the read, great twist at the end as I thought the person pulling the strings with Polk was who I thought it was.
I thought this would be the last book in the series - but I’m thrilled there is going to be another 🤩

[Mo Jackson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Mrs Vega did it again. Devious Roses still has a lot spice and sexual fire between Delphine and Salvatore. Action packed with murder and mayhem. I enjoyed reading this book. I definitely recommend this book.

[Manisha Robinson · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is book four in the Gangsters & Roses series. The story is a forbidden dark interracial steamy hot romance. This book is a great read and a page turner.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Rebecca Cheehy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another one. Wow I absolutely love this series. I never know what to expect in their world but this was so good. I don't know what else to say about this book. It was a good read and it did touch on some dark things. This book had me from the time I picked it up.

[Tash. Tash. · Rating 5 out of 5]

wooooo

The saga continues hahah naw but seriously! The love story of Salvatore and Delphine always gives me all the love feeling! Every book just continues their love story by the mile and I’m in awe of how it’s progressing. Cannot wait for the next one ! 🤎

[Sandra Lee · Rating 5 out of 5]

Guns And Roses

Salvatore and Delphine have been put through the wringer this go round in "Devious Roses" part 4. What's it like to have an unseen enemy sabotaging your life and attempting to eliminate your very existence? Our dangerous couple in love are finding out!

[Nancy L Thompson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great Action!!!

This story is jammed packed with action. I really enjoy it. And I'd agree, its time for them to end all their drama (hopefully) in the final book

[Mrs S Hepburn · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another page turner!

I love this couple! Nothing can seemingly tear them apart. Twisted tense plot with more to come! Hope Sienne eventually gives them a peaceful happy ever after!

[Victoria Wyatt · Rating 5 out of 5]

Phi and Salvatore we get to see how they are progressing. As well as other updates and as with the previous books unable to put them down once you start. They are well written and captivating.

[shelly shells · Rating 4 out of 5]

Devious

This was a great read, a cliffhanger but I'm in for the ride, just wished Phi and Jon could catch a break lol..The passion is 🔥🔥

[Meluvbooks2 · Rating 5 out of 5]

I am voluntarily leaving review of the ARC. Jon and Phi is back and their drama continues. Absolutely love this couple. Great series.

[Neecee · Rating 4 out of 5]

Seriously?

I’ve invested in this couple for four books. I’m just wanting it to end already. I didn’t expect to have to read five books to get to the HEA.

[SndyNYC · Rating 5 out of 5]

Devious Roses

I love how every scenario plays out in the book!!!! Does Ernest Adam’s not know that Chadwick partook in the Mill! Cannot wait for the end!!!!

[Fern · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was really good! Onward to read the final book to this couple's story! Whew!

[Roslyn · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ms. Vega continues to bring Gangsters & Roses back to life. People never seem to leave Delphine and Salvatore alone. I could not stop reading until I could find out what was going to happen next. I am always pulling for Phi and Jon to win. You will not be disappointed when you read this book.