The Dark Side

by M.C. Rivera

"I cannot change who I am." He teased her, tracing her jaw, her nose, her lips with his just enough to have her yearning, "Come to the dark side with me."

After being caught in a shootout between two Mafia families, kindergarten teacher Jolie gains the attention of Adrik, the heir to the Morozov throne. In such a deadly spotlight, Jolie is confronted by a desperate FBI Agent more than willing to put her in a dangerous position to finally destroy the Morozov Empire. Now hired as a tutor for Adrik’s five-year-old daughter, Jolie is forced to move into his home while secretly working to bring down his family. But when Adrik begins to pursue her, Jolie’s honorable morals come into question. She never knew how tempting the dark side could be.

Genres: Dark Romance, Mafia Romance, Dark

405 pages, Kindle Edition

Published June 20, 2024

About the author

Trying to become the next bestselling Mafia romance writer!

Reviews

[Michellelovesreading · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this book so much. I’m excited for the next one

[Shanice Richards · Rating 4 out of 5]

Now, can I say this book had me going. Jolie and Adrik there love is so fresh .
Reason I gave it 4 stars cause I find it could have had a little more action between Adrik and his father as well between the FBI .

Now, the Dark side is a mafia romance. it's about Jolie, who is caught between two mafia families. She gains a spotlight from the heir of the Morozov Throne .

The dark side is a slight dark romance that leaves you on a cliffhanger wondering what's going to happen between our two main characters.

I await book two to see how our mafia couple end up.

[KnottyGirl Reviews · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow! Can I just say that this book is fantastic! Jolie and Adrik are my new favorite mafia couple. This book had me hooked from the very first page. I can’t wait to read the next book in this new series! Well done!

[Colbygirl13reads · Rating 4 out of 5]

What a cliffhanger!! I don't want to wait for book #2. The Dark Side is the first book in the Morozov Mafia Series. Jolie and Adrik can't be more different, but does that matter? Jolie, FMC, is a quiet school teacher, while Adrik, MMC, was born to lead the Mafia. The crazy, unpredictable twists and turns kept me turning the pages wanting more. A slow burn romance with a little spice.
I definitely related to Jolie with being cautious and overthinking so much. A definite must read. I can't wait for book #2. Thank you for the ARC MC Rivera.

[Jessica · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is an advanced reader copy review.







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I loved this story. I found the FMC very relatable at the start. I thought the MMC was a tad quirky, and I'm not used to that in a mafia book. I was afraid that this would start off slow and take a bit to get through, but I found myself finishing the book in no time at all. I have already recommended The Dark Side to friends and will continue to do so. I will look out for more from this author. (I am trying really hard not to give any spoilers).

[Kodi B. · Rating 5 out of 5]

An absolute whirlwind from start to finish with drama and tension that will have you flipping the pages to find out what's next!
This mafia romance is filled with danger, betrayal, and twists. A classic wrong place wrong time leaves Jolie taking a tutoring job to teach the next in line of the Morozov family's daughter, Helina, After a shootout and she protected the little girl. The Russian mob definitely takes some getting used to as Jolie tries to adjust her whole life. But with Adrik instantly smitten with her things get interesting, as his brother also has a thing for Jolie. This is crazy due to the fact that Adrik is married but their marriage is just for show to keep the families and treaty together. This creates drama of its own as Katia is seeing someone else causing a rift in the family dynamic. All this time Jolie is being forced to also help the FBI investigating the family, will she betray who she loves and the family she's becoming accustomed to? Or will she accept her new life and relationship over the law? With Yavok, Adriks father not wanting to retire, he's overstayed his welcome and things must change for Jolie to stay with Adrik and for the Morozov Family to survive. This ends with a twist, a lethal betrayal, and an omen of warning!!
I can't wait to read more in book 2!!
What to expect...
Mafia romance, slow burn, a little spice, thriller, forbidden love, grumpy sunshine, betrayal, strangers to lovers, protect her, blackmail, forced proximity, murder, torture, good girl, alpha men, drugs, crime activity, family drama, and more!!

[Shauna Adams · Rating 4 out of 5]

Book 1 of a trilogy 🙈 How did I miss that simple fact? 😭 Roll on 2025 I need to know what happens next.

Jolie gets caught up in a shooting and saves a little girl, who happens to be the daughter of the heir to the Russian Mafia.

Simmering slow burn romance blossoms as Jolie finds herself desired by brothers, but only one has caught her eye despite his marriage and position.

Torture, murder and mayhem await you in this mafia romance, but be warned, the story doesn't end here. I was gripped from the get-go and can't wait for parts 2 and 3 to find out what awaits our MCs as they battle to survive 🖤🖤

[Mandi · Rating 5 out of 5]

Adrik and Jolie, Yes! These two had me from the moment they met. The banter between these two was icing on the cake. I became so invested in their lives. Feeling their heartache and struggles. Everything was working against them, but.......
Put this on your TBR and find out. You won't be disappointed.
This is one of my first Mafia Romance books I have read and I am so glad I was given the chance to read it.
M.C Rivera this book was the chefs kiss.

[Cali Mafiaa · Rating 5 out of 5]

Oohhhhhh my freak’n gosh this book!!! Wow I have no words!! I absolutely loved it!!! Sooooo freak’n good!! The twists & turns will have you turning the pages just wanting to know more!!! It’s captivating!!! Aahhhhh & that cliffhanger!!! I’m sorry I don’t wanna give anything away & if I start I won’t stop lmao sooooo all I can say is goooooo read this book lol!! Must read!!! I can’t wait till book two comes out so I can find out what happens next!!! 🩵🖤

[Lauren Collier · Rating 5 out of 5]

Oh my gosh oh my gosh, this book was amazing everything I hoped for and more. Russian mafia ✔️
Action packed ✔️
Forbidden love ✔️
This book if the beginning of the series. It is amazing reading all the characters intertwined in this story. I have been waiting for months for this book. If you are into mafia romance thrillers this is the book for you. I am so impressed by the writing of Mrs. M.C. Rivera I couldn’t stop this is a must for your tbr!!

[Jenn · Rating 4 out of 5]

I don’t want to wait for book 2…I want it now!!! Adrik and Jolie are from two completely opposite lifestyles. Mafia born and bred to lead his family….to a meek, naive school teacher. This book was a slow burn but worth all the twists and turns of story and character development. And I think Jolie is relatable to some of us with being cautious and overthinking everything which makes the storyline but then just a FMC becoming a submissive for her partner. Great read and I hope book 2 comes with a little more spice!!

[Vanessa · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutely loved this book and cannot wait for the next one in the series! Rivera’s writing style and getting to know the characters and how they intertwine had me not wanting to stop reading! If you like mafia and forbidden romance, I cannot recommend this book enough.

[Tamara Storckman · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was definitely a slow burn, but the build up was amazing and well worth the wait! The banter, the mystery, watching a sweet innocent school teacher stumble her way into a mafia family and everything that follows - definitely needs to be on you TBR immediately, you won’t regret! The smallest details get you so involved with the characters that I couldn’t put it down. MC Rivera has a way with words that emerge you into her world and I am obsessed for more to come.

[Sammyreadsdarkthings · Rating 4 out of 5]

A dark mafia romance? Yes please!! This is a forbidden romance, Russian mafia, and super action packed. When a mafia members young daughter gets caught in a tricky situation, a teacher helps save the daughter, and now that teacher becomes the tutor. What’s so bad about that right? Well add in FBI, and a strong attraction to the little girls father, what could possibly go wrong?

This is a must read for all my dark mafia romance readers!

[WhatsTammieReading · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Dark Side had me in a chokehold from page one! Absolutely loved reading Adrik and Jolie’s story and I can’t wait for more! This is a slow burn, mafia romance thriller with forbidden love and two brothers falling for the same girl! Adrik and Jolie are the epitome of grumpy/sunshine and I absolutely fell in love with them both. I can’t wait for the next book in the series!

[UnReal_Reads · Rating 2 out of 5]

When you start reading this book, you go in with a hype expecting to see crime, violence, darkness, emotions, and all the likes you would expect from a dark mafia romance. The first few chapters do just that;  builds up the characters in a way that they can become extraordinarily wicked. However, from the middle to the almost end of the book this epic description does not live up to the hype.


You have a MFC who doesn't make up her mind about what she wants, but keeps putting herself into the position of damsel in distress. She gives the idea of being strong [which she has the potential to be] but end up being walked all over by those who surround her. There's a lot of indecisiveness from this character and not enough commendable action. She's the girl who wants to be a good girl but likes the bad guy.


This book was like playing Russian Roulette but never winning, or typing an address on Google maps but getting a "recalculating" notice every 30 seconds. The best part of this book was Adrik, and even he got some things to work on! Definitely not mafia boss material till the end of the book.  I have faith that the second book will do justice to the first one. I am now vested in waiting for the second book since that was the mother of cliffhangers.

[Ali Alley EscapeThroughABook · Rating 5 out of 5]

How am I supposed to wait that long for book 2?! This book is great. I love the way the author writes. Just fantastic mafia romance!!!

This Contemporary Dark Mafia romance is an addictive read, one you wont want to put down. There are some darker themes so make sure to check triggers warnings before reading.
The Romance is a slow burn, with an instant attraction that the MCs are fighting.
The book has adult themes, and language. Once the relationship catches fire the book does have some delicious, and descriptive spice.
The book moves at steady pace following the MCs as they navigate a forbidden romance surrounded by mafia. There is lots of excitement, and angst to keep you wanting more.
The world building is done in contemporary times with the crime lifestyle woven in. The author makes sure to project the life style, and complications this life brings with ease.

[Kathleen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Adrik and Jolie are the hottest new couple. This book was awesome. I needed to know what was going to happen from page one.

This book will have you flipping pages like mad. I can't wait for book two. This author is on 🔥.

[Maxine · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is a 3.5 for me. When I think of a dark romance Mafia book I expect to read a lot of darkness, violence, crimes and power struggles within and outside the organization. And I feel like I got that in the start and I really really enjoyed it and made me excited to read what was going to happen next. I also got that feeling towards the end of the book as well but for me the middle is where it kinda started to dip and I lost those elements I was enjoying.

Now I will say that the trope married MMC is not my favorite trope but with the way this book was played off as they are married but emotionally separated but not legally or separate houses because of their situation and BOTH have affairs outside the marriage I thought I would be okay with that trope within the book. BUT in the middle a lot of the story veered away from the Mafia aspect of plot and the love triangle between the brothers (which was only a small part of the story line) and it just felt like a lot of mention and emphasis was put on the fact they have to keep their attraction a secret because he is married not because his family would not approve of him having an affair with an American. And I mean I get it this is not an affair relationship between him and the fmc but the progression of a possible relationship so that has different implications, but it just seemed like a lot of emphasis was put on hiding things because he is married.

I really did enjoy the plot and storyline when it was focused on the Mafia aspect as that left me on the edge of my seat wondering about all the people out to hurt the MCs and the internal power struggles going on and who was going to come out on top. Like I mentioned there is a brief bleep of a love triangle trope with the brother but all it really did at times was make my heart break and wish the FMC had chosen the other brother which I guess is the point of the trope.
Now this is also a slow slow slow burn where the spice really doesn't come into play until end of the book, but I did enjoy the tension between the two MCs and I did enjoy their chemistry.

Overall, this was a solid read for me that does make me interested in the next book as this does leave on a cliff hanger and I feel like with the next book there would be more of a focus on the mafia power struggles which I am very interested in.

No good deed goes unpunished. Little did know Kindergarten teacher Jolie know that when she was making a quick store run in per panda PJs that she would end up in the middle of a sh00t0ut and would have to protect a little girl from the bu||ets. But this wasn't just any little girl this was the daughter of the son of the Morozov family Adrik who will someday soon be taking over as head of the family. By protecting this girl, she caught not just his eye but the eyes of the feds who want to use her to get close to Adrik or other gangs who think hurting her will hurt Adrik as he seems to have a growing interest in her. It gets so bad that she takes a job as an onsite tutor to help his daughter learn English. Throwing her in the deep end of learning all about the Mafia which is exactly what the Feds wanted when they sent her in there to spy for them and gather intel on the family. But her growing attraction is fighting with her morals to do the right thing as well as the sense of guilt of spying on the family. Will she be able to safely navigate these treacherous waters of the Russian mafia as well as fight her attraction to this very dangerous and very married man.

I received an ARC copy in exchange for an honest review.

[Brittany Moss · Rating 4 out of 5]

Awww.. a good Mafia romance! The first in a series, this tangled web of forbidden love, opposites attract and mafia family drama is a wonderful first installment into the Morozov Mafia world.

Jolie is the epitome of sunshine. She is a naive, young, inexperienced elementary school teacher who came from near poverty and is just trying to survive in the big city. A shooting in her local grocery center finds Jolie caught up in a Mafia world she has no idea how to manage. She is stuck between the Morozovs, the FBI and her own ideals/morals.

Adrik Morozov is next in line to the Russian Mafia family line. He is working hard to prove his readiness to his father and improve their standings. When his daughter is caught up in a shooting, he finds himself bringing her rescuer into the house - which is not a smart move. His domineering father makes no effort to hide his disapproval of an American girl being in their house. His spiteful and traitorous wife plans to use her for her own gain. His brother has his sites on her as well. Adrik is fighting to keep Jolie safe from everyone around but has no idea how to bring this innocent woman into his life without destroying her in the process.

The storyline is filled with action, banter, sexual tension, plot twists and betrayals. The FMC is a bit eccentric, as much as I liked her - I did find myself a bit frustrated by her naivety at times. The MMC is dark, grumpy, cold-hearted - as one would expect the heir to the Russian Mafia to be. His insta-attraction to Jolie doesn't seem odd as she is the exact opposite from the types of women he is surrounded by. Deep down, he is looking for someone to help bring sunshine to his life, loyalty to him as a person vs his title/name and someone capable of trusting with his innermost thoughts. Jolie, for all her innocence, is a bit of a danger junky! I hope as their story progresses, we can see her embrace that side of herself a bit more.

The beginning of the book was a bit slow but it steadily progressed and by the end, I was panting to continue! The slow burn romance was worth it in the end and I enjoyed how their relationship had grew by that point. I believe this book did an excellent job of setting up the storyline and the worldbuilding for the series and I can not wait to get my hands on book 2 in 2025!

[Emylee Gussler · Rating 4 out of 5]

The Dark Side is an emotional rollercoaster, but in that beautiful gut-wrenching way love and life can flay you open.

Jolie is not what she seems, but then again, neither is Adrik. Molded into what was necessary to survive the lives they were handed, this unlikely pair are thrown together in the midst of chaos. The pull undeniable, Jolie is submerged into a world she has worked hard to avoid. Her heart and her mind at war, she has to decide if love is worth the darkness.

Jolie is sweet and kind, with a quiet confidence that often boils up and out into a determined defiance. She seems weak, when surrounded by Adrik’s world of violence and secrecy, but in truth she is strong and resilient. She has mastered the art of grit and grace, much to Adrik’s annoyance, frustration, and awe. While at times she is naive, this only further endears her to the reader.

Adrik is stone-cold. Because he’s had to be. A lifetime in a world of violence and lies, where every move is a strategic play in a violent chess game, he has built walls around himself and his heart. This ray of sunshine chips away at that protective shell, seeing through to the tender parts of him. He is brutal in everything and every way, but not with her.

Heartbreak, turmoil, and violence meet them at every turn. Enemies become friends and family betrays each other, everyone hides a part of them that makes them vulnerable and weak. Nothing is what it seems.

Faced with odds stacked against them, Adrik and Jolie can’t ignore the building love between them. While not a slow-burn, it isn’t an instant-love story, either. The pace is natural and authentic. A pull towards each other, knowing that they are from different worlds, deepens. An attraction turns into a desire they refuse to ignore.

The Dark Side is wrought with sexual tension, hints, teases, and implications. However, the spice level is neither non-existent nor constant. The slow-burn exists in the spice and not the building relationship, which ensures that the reader is invested, intrigued, and captivated.

[Brittany Sue · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book has held me captive since page one. I am deeply invested and I’ve only made it to page 9!

The suspense, the unknown, the lustful tension has me on the edge of my seat, absolutely binge worthy!

I have read a few mafia novels and none of them were half a good as this one. Jolie’s personality up to this point, about a quarter of the way in, is a tad contradictory and doesn’t fully add up. For someone who is so nice, innocent, and a law-abiding, good girl, she is fairly brave, bold and, defiant. Further into the book and her prudish, goody-two-shoes, personality is becoming a turn off for me. She’s too good and naive, which kinda puts a damper on the mafia vibes.

Unfortunately, I’m not a fan of the relationship, I much prefer her with someone else. Truthfully the further I get into the book, the more I dislike the FMC, maybe I’d like her with the other character, but I also don’t think I’m a huge fan of the MMC either. 🫣

GASP! Oh the tea is pipping hot now! & all is forgiven with the FMCs personality, I’m heavily reinvested! 😂

Side note; I feel as though chapter titles are a thing of the past and that just makes me so sad. I love chapters titles! So bonus points to the authors for having actual chapters titles instead of just saying “Chapter One” or the characters names.

Wow, I think it’s safe to say this book took me on an emotional rollercoaster. I’m not sure how I got here but I am devastated that it’s over. The book ends on a cliffhanger and there are so many plot twists and unknowns, along with, a few open ended subplots.

I would recommend this book for anyone who enjoys Mafia Romance, is looking to try it, or just hasn’t found a good book in this genre yet. Though I initially had issues with the main characters, my view has changed and I’m looking forward to the next book!

Thank you, M. C. Rivera, for the complimentary e-book. I am voluntarily leaving a review.

[alishasbooknook · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is absolutely incredible! From the moment I read the first page, I was transported to a mesmerizing world filled with mystery, adventure and the life of mafia. The world-building is so rich and immersive, with every aspect carefully crafted to create a sense of wonder and awe.

The characters are so well-developed, with their own unique personalities, strengths, and flaws. I found myself deeply invested in their journeys, rooting for them, and feeling every emotion they experienced. The relationships between the characters are complex and layered, adding depth and authenticity to the story. I love Jolie, she’s my favourite, her strength and openness in the book was amazing.

The plot is a rollercoaster of excitement and surprises. The pacing is perfect, with a perfect balance of action, suspense, and quieter moments that allow for character development and reflection. The action scenes are incredible, leaves you holding your breath waiting to see the what happens!

But what truly sets The Dark Side apart is the way it explores deeper themes and emotions. It delves into the complexities of love, sacrifice, and the blurred lines between good and evil. It left me contemplating the choices we make and the consequences they can have. I NEED more, like yesterday😂 I’m far too impatient for this, I need to know what happens next!!

Overall, The Dark Side is an absolute gem of a book. It's a thrilling and suspenseful read that will sweep you away into a world you won't want to leave. I highly recommend it to anyone who craves a captivating thrillers with a touch of romance, a lot of violence and so much more! Definitely preorder or get on release day, you won’t regret it, I promise.

[Ally · Rating 3 out of 5]

*This is an advanced readers copy review*





This is my first mafia romance book and I think this was a great book to start my journey into the genre. This follows our FMC, Jolie, who protects a little girl when a shootout happens at the store she is in. This girl happens to be the daughter of the next Russian mafia king, Adrik! Adrik has since become infatuated with Jolie and asks her to become his daughter’s tutor and to live with him. This starts Jolie’s journey into the mafia world and his family, and if she is willing to take the next step into The Dark Side. I really enjoyed the characters of this book and how you got to see Adrik with his father along with the developing relationship between Adrik and Jolie and the journey it takes to get there.
One of the things that bothered me about this book was even though it is dual POV and the FMC and MMC get their own chapters, that within the chapters the POVs switch paragraph to paragraph and that’s hard to follow so I did get confused from time to time. Another thing was that I thought it had a slow beginning whereas once I got to the last 75 pages I was hooked, and I finished the book in one setting. To me it ended on a cliffhanger, though it was a soft cliffhanger and I’m very excited to see where this story goes in book 2.
Overall, I think the book was a solid three stars, and I would definitely recommend it to people who are looking to get into the genre as I think that this is a very good book to start with.

[Nicole Riggins · Rating 5 out of 5]

5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶️🌶️ Slow Burn Spice 🥵

The Dark Side is Book 1 of a trilogy 🙈, not sure if I will make it to wait for Book 2 lol! I need to know what happens next!!!

Jolie gets caught up in a shooting and saves a little girl who just happens to be the daughter of the heir to the Russian Mafia. The Dark Side is an emotional rollercoaster ride.

Jolie is not what she seems but then again, neither is Adrik. They were molded into what was necessary to survive the lives that they were handed to them, they are thrown together in the midst of chaos. The pull is undeniable, Jolie is then submerged into a world she has worked so hard to avoid.

Torture, murder, and mayhem await you in this Mafia romance, but be warned, the story doesn't end here. Adrik is stone-cold, but because he has to be. A lifetime in this world of violence and lies, where your every move has to be a strategic play in a violent chess game, he has built walls around himself and his heart.

Heartbreak, turmoil, and violence meet them at every turn. Enemies become friends, and Family then betray each other, everyone is hiding parts of themselves that make them vulnerable and weak. I love love Jolie and Adrik and I cannot wait for books 2 and 3 to see where the rest of this story is going to take us!

Tropes:
🖤 Spicy Mafia Romance Thriller
🖤Slow Burn
🖤 Forbidden
🖤 Strangers to Lovers
🖤 Grumpy/Sunshine
🖤 Alpha Men

[Elizabeth · Rating 4 out of 5]

Dark Mafia Romance / Slow Burn / Grumpy Sunshine - Need I say more?

I received this book as my first ARC, and I couldn’t put the book down. From the start of this book, you are hooked. Not only do you start to fall for the characters, but you will also hunger to know what happens next. This book is the first in the series, and by the end, you will be hooked and want more! I am looking forward to what comes next for these amazing characters. I will definitely be recommending this book!

This book follows our main character, Jolie, who is a kindergarten teacher, on a wild ride of adventure and danger that hooks you from the first chapter! I kid you not, within the first two pages of this book, our FMC Jolie falls into an unknown and dangerous situation where you see character development occur to truly give you an understanding of who your FMC is. From this point forward, our FMC Jolie starts an adventure of a lifetime, starting with making friends with the daughter of Mafia leader Adrik to interacting with the FBI, who are hoping to use Jolie's connections. Not only do we get to experience Jolie step outside her comfort zone, but the slow burn that occurs through this book is fantastic and makes you root and push for the FMC and MMC to get together.

[Kimberly · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Dark Side by MC Rivera is book one in the Morozov Mafia Series. This is also the first book I’m reading by this author but once I read the book blurb, I knew I had to have it in my life. What an incredible read, I devoured it. Every page, every chapter just kept me hooked… I was so invested in everything. I must say one of my favorite things about this book was the depth it had, the focus on establishing the characters, their backstories. I loved how everything felt so real; even characters being indecisive. I really enjoyed how this book blended a mafia premise with a slow burn romance, great banter and a dash of humor. I’m already a fan of the mafia trope but this book was special and just took it to another level. I thought this was written very well with a steady and consistent plot that just draws you into its pages. I loved how everything was described, I could imagine pretty much everything. I will mention this does end with a cliffhanger so be prepared. I’m eagerly awaiting book two, I can’t wait for more. Just with this one book I’m already a fan of MC Rivera. This book was definitely a two thumbs up read, you should check it out.

Final review:
5 out of 5 stars

[Catherine Chapman · Rating 3 out of 5]

I enjoyed this story and the entire concept behind it. I felt like it started strong and caught my attention quickly. The characters were well developed and I was interested in everyone, even the antagonists. Then there was a confusing central chunk where the beginnings of what seemed to be a love triangle began, but then that died pretty instantly. I absolutely loved the brother though and hope to see more of his character. The romance between Adrik and Jolie was slow burn with lots of tension and very easy to fall for. Great chemistry there. There was a massive cliffhanger that has me knowing I will definitely be reading book 2 the moment I can get my hands on it. There’s a strong set up for a great second book. I did struggle with the political mentions to real situations. I didn’t want to hear that the MMC has opinions on abortion or that his brother hates Democrats. I see enough of that discourse in real life, so I don’t wanna read about it in a dark romance book.

[Dalia · Rating 5 out of 5]

This if one of the best mafia romance books I have read so far. This book captures your attention from the start. It is well written and easy to follow. I love the buildup, character development and the back story on the characters that we get along the way. I do have a love have feelings for Jolie. I mean come on women make up your mind. I hope that in book two she starts being what a good partner to a mafia king should be. I love Adrik his whole vibe is a chef’s kiss. Then Alexei I really hope he gets a proper love interest.

I also enjoyed how the author keeps the story alive and moving without repeating the lot, it is a lot better than some of the best tv shows out there. The cliffhanger had me screaming, I need more, and I am excited for book 2. In the spice department it is a slow burn. This is a mafia romance mixed with some rom com therefore, it is not strictly violence, darkness, and crime.

[bookishescape · Rating 5 out of 5]

What the fuck was this book??

Listen, I have read books that have kept me on my toes the whole time, but this one... this one is something entirely else. This one takes the cake.

The amount of twists and turns, secrets and drama... only for the author to leave us on cliffhanger like that?! And next book is coming next year? I have no words. I'm speechless. I'm gonna cry.

I really don't know what to say and how yo explain this book. If you like forbidden mafia romance with darkish themes, filled with steam (not much spice — it's SLOW BURN— however spice hits at the end along with cliff), secrets, drama, surprises and plot twists. Trust me this is the one.

However I will warn you because I know some of you won't like what I have to add. This book is written in THIRD PERSON POV. But trust me it's so good you will regret not reading it.❤️

⭐️ 4,75/5
🌶 2/5