Untamed Vice

by Lauren Marcie

He’s the rebel girl’s greatest enemy… and her new husband

I was never supposed to be anyone’s bride.
No man ever looks twice at me, the disgraced mafia princess—a tomboy who gambles and drinks to drown out the ghosts of my past.

But then my father announces my perfect sister isn’t allowed to get married until I do first.
And her suitors bribe him to marry me.
Gabriel Lombardo. My greatest enemy since childhood. The arrogant, charming mafia prince with the dark heart of a monster and secrets of his own.

His goal? To break me down until I’m the perfect, obedient wife.
But this isn't a marriage—it's an unholy battleground between hatred and desire.
And I’ll spill every drop of blood in my body to win the war.

Untamed Vice is an ARRANGED MARRIAGE, ENEMIES TO LOVERS, DARK MAFIA ROMANCE.

Genres: Enemies To Lovers

374 pages, Kindle Edition

Published August 6, 2023

About the author

Lauren Marcie is a dark romance author who’s fallen utterly in love with all things morally grey. She’s obsessed with villains, plot twists, badass heroines, and the anti-heroes who can’t resist them. When she isn’t writing, you can usually find her planning her Halloween costume way too early or staging impromptu photoshoots of her cat.

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Reviews

[Serialbookstarter:Marla]

Arranged marriage. He bullied her for years. They both hate each other. The first 50% was good but the then I put it down for a week or so. I just couldn’t get back into it so I trudged through r on the end.

[Paige]

I’m going back and forth between a 4 and a 4.5 on this one. This is my first time reading this author and I really enjoyed this book. Mafia books are definitely my jam and enemies to lovers is one of my favorite tropes so putting those together made for a great read!! I really enjoyed the writing and the plot was kept me interested!

These two are definitely enemies. There’s no secret mutual pining that we sometimes see in enemies to lovers, they really hated each other.

Mia is the unwanted mafia princess who is not quite a princess because she’s a tomboy, one of the guys. This is something Gabriel cannot stand. He doesn’t understand why she can’t be the docile mafia girl she’s supposed to be. This made for a lifelong battle between the two. Mia doesn’t understand why Gabriel can’t just let her be. He has to get her in trouble with her dad every time she does something he doesn’t like and this last time is the last straw with her dad. Gabriel unknowingly creates a shit storm that has Mia’s dad forcing her to marry before her sister, Luna, can marry the man she loves.

The last person Mia wants to marry? Gabriel Lombardo. And he knows this, so what does he do? Makes sure that he’s the one she has to marry so he can break her down. He blames her for the most terrible time in his life.

These two fought tooth and nail against each other. But eventually found out how compatible they were and not just in the bedroom. I loved how much Mia fought. When he told her to change her boyish clothes and embarrassed her in front of his men what did she do? Stripped right down in front of his men giving them an eyeful and causing Gabriel to punch this cousin for looking and pull a trigger on someone else. She was super sassy but when she let her guard down she was sweet. But I didn’t like her betrayal. She definitely lost points with me on that one because I didn’t feel like it was warranted. So that’s probably the reason for the missing star.

Gabriel didn’t want to want Mia but the more they spent time together the more he couldn’t resist. He says he just wants to break her and then let her go but he definitely had touch her and die vibes. Shit, even look at her and die vibes. He definitely grew on me and I loved how possessive he was.

Both of these MCs went through some hard times and I honestly felt for both of them. They helped each other come out of it on the other end though.

NO CHEATING
NO OW/OM DRAMA
FMC WAS SA IN THE PAST BUT ONLY FLASH BACKS ARE ON PAGE
REFORMED MANWHORE BUT HIS PAST WASNT REALLY TALKED ABOUT SO IT WASNT BAD
HER FIRST AND ONLY TIME WAS WHEN SHE WAS SA SO I WOULD SAY VIRGIN FMC
TRIGGER WARNINGS FOR SURE

[Ashley]

I liked the plot and how different this enemies to lovers story was. There were definitely some character flaws with both main characters. They both had habits of jumping to conclusions, especially Mia. It kind of annoyed me how far she was willing to go with no real evidence because of assumptions and previous bias. Especially when it went against not just Gabriel but the whole mafia lifestyle, it was like she really didn't think things through for how bad that could have really ended. So when things finally came to light, which for a second it seemed like it wouldn't, I think she got off super easy. She should have atleast had some groveling to do. They both did each other wrong but in the end she came out to be more the nuisance, I also didn't understand how she wanted to be involved and one of the guys so much, but was frozen in the heat of things and constantly having to end up being helped or rescued. I expected her to be a bit more capable, more of a bada**. She wasn't completely a damsel but I think the events showed she was lacking in many areas. Gabriel was a jerk, and blamed her for something kind of crazy and made her suffer for it but he turned out to be very protective and understanding. He was a good guy although he made some crazy and sometimes reckless decisions. I was a bit disappointed the father got away with his actions especially without understanding and talking full accountability and showing the proper remorse. The sister was nice and sweet but definitely a bit selfish with no real regard for how her sister had to suffer all just to make sure she got what she wanted and was happy. Overall it was a good real that good or bad, provoked emotions from the characters to the storyline. I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily

[Alyx Reese]

This is my first book by Lauren Marcie, but it won’t be my last. I was hooked from the first page and Could Not Put It Down!

Gabriel and Mia are two halves of a broken whole and they just don’t know it yet. Forced into marriage to Gabriel so that her sister may marry the man she loves, Mia is immediately plotting ways she can force Gabriel to divorce her, or at least make him miserable. All of which backfires, on both of them.

A lot of dark mafia books explore the relationships between women and men, as well as the roles women are expected to play. But most of them don’t look at what happens when a woman refuses to play the role assigned to her. Lauren has done a masterful job creating characters and building a world for them to grow, (and rebel in), as they explore the boundaries of their relationship and the roles their world and society has demanded of them. It’s a great book. I loved Mia’s character, she’s strong, she isn’t fearless, neither does she necessarily always hide her fear. She knows that Gabriel can see it, instead she refuses to let it control her or rule her decisions. It’s this piece of her that Gabriel comes to respect first I think, he has to come to grips with his ideas of traditional versus what will make his marriage work. All of this against the back drop of the mafia world.

Both of them have dark traumas in their pasts, (without giving anything away), it’s when Gabriel is willing to let go of his, and try and heal Mia’s that there is a real turning point. They still need to learn to trust. The ‘plot twist’ is the best part of the book, I love Mia, disobeying Gabriel again! It made me laugh, but even better, it made him laugh. You’ll love this book.

[Tenisha]

The story and plot were well written. It was the perfect blend of heat and heart. What I loved most about it was the natural progression and transition from hate to love between the main characters. Gabriel is the feared, and well respected underboss who believes and upholds its traditions and customs. Mia is a Costa Nostra princess that lives outside the rules and wants to defy those same traditions. Mia, despite being broken from the past, exudes a strength and independence lacking in majority of her peers. The two could not be any more opposite, but an arranged marriage brings them together and they learn just how well they fit together. It was easy to relate to each characters inner struggle as they came to grasp and accept their new found feelings. There was no unnecessary drama or miscommunication. Every aspect flowed and made sense. I was drawn in from start to finish. This author has a new fan!

I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

[Maz]

This was an Arranged Marriage, Enemies To Lovers, Dark Mafia Romance and Close Proximity Tropes.
I always get a bit excited with a new Mafia Romance and I have a quiet high standards regarding it. I'm glad to say Lauren has managed to pull it off and it was a fantastic read..
Mia and Gabriel are childhood Enemies.
Mia has a lot of trauma from her past so her character is a destructive one as expected.
She was hoping it would be enough to put off any relationship. Until she has to accept an Arranged marriage to appease her horrid family. Only gets worse when it's her enemy.
I loved the fight between these two. Definitely a fight of hatred and desire but you know desire will always win. Gabriel was sure he was going to break her until her past comes and clashes with her present. The all bets are off and no one harms what's his..
Action, drama, twists, mystery, witty banter, angsty, emotional, love and spice.

[Shifty Bugger]

I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

OMG! I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book, this story was mesmerising and the characters were absolutely captivating. This story was about Gabriel Lombardo and Mia Amante, Gabriel is ex-milatary and now he is running the family business and is also with the Cosa Nostra. Gabriel is also trying to avoid a war with the Bratva. Mia, when she was seventeen her father organised three males to rough her up a bit, now she wears clothes that are too big for her she gambles and drinks like a male she has a bad attitude. Mia's sister wants to marry the male she is in love with, the father has stipulated Mia has to be married first. Gabriel and Mia hate each other alot, he told her things that make her cringe. Her father has signed the contract so now she has know idea who she will marry now she wants to run.

[Ida]

Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (4/5)
Genre: Mafia Romance
Series: Y
FMC: Mia
MMC: Gabriel
POV: First Person, Dual POV
Heat: 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
HEA: Yes
Tropes: Mafia Romance, Arranged Marriage, Enemies to Lovers

"Untamed Vice" impressed me with its well-crafted plot, seamlessly blending passion and emotion. The natural progression from hate to love between Gabriel, the traditional underboss, and Mia, the rebellious mafia princess, felt genuine. Despite Mia's past traumas, her strength and independence added depth to her character. The arranged marriage plot was skilfully executed, and the absence of unnecessary drama and miscommunication made for a smooth and logical narrative. I was drawn in from start to finish, and this author has gained a new fan with their compelling storytelling.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

[Loco Reads]

Wow! This was everything a good mafia romance should be! I genuinely liked both characters. Mia wasn't some wilting violet, but she also wasn't just angry and obnoxious. I could really feel the layers of her character. Gabriel was commanding and dominate without being completely unreasonable. Their chemistry was perfect, you could really feel the passion and how it went from hate to love. The sex scenes were hot and passionate, but not gratuitous. The pacing was great, no parts dragged or felt tedious and I had no problem finishing in record time.

I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily

[JEAN DALHOVER]

Secrets and a lack of communication nearly doom this mafioso and mafia princess. Mia is a mafia princess who doesn’t want to be one – she wants to be a mafia capo. Gabriel is the son of a mafia don and is not looking for love or marriage. They’ve known and detested each other most of their lives. But if they only knew the other’s secret and how long and deeply their own actions affected the other, their road when thrown together would have been easier and happier. This is a story that will make you cry and laugh, sometimes at the same time. Lauren Marcie has penned a compelling, emotional and hot story.

[Shelley]

Wow, this novel was so good! This is a new author for me and I really enjoyed this novel. I love mafia novels, arranged marriage and enemies to lovers and this novel had it all. From the very first chapter this novel reached out and grabbed me and would not let go until the very last page. Even then I did not want this novel to end. I loved Mia and Gabriel's story. I loved the chemistry between these two. I loved the dialogue and the banter. I love when a novel can make me laugh, almost bring me to tears and finally leaves me with a happy heart. This novel checked all of my boxes. I look forward to what this author has coming next.

[Cara]

This was a really good story. Plenty of action. Gabriel was your typical broody Mafia Don. I liked the fact that Mia wanted something different for herself and that she wanted to change the way things were done. I didnt, however like the way she went about things sometimes. She really did annoy me at times and I did find her immature.

Having said that, I think the times where she stood strong and really held her own outweighed these moments.

I enjoyed the writing and it flowed easily. Really good storyline

[Cara]

This was a really good story. Plenty of action. Gabriel was your typical broody Mafia Don. I liked the fact that Mia wanted something different for herself and that she wanted to change the way things were done. I didnt, however like the way she went about things sometimes. She really did annoy me at times and I did find her immature.

Having said that, I think the times where she stood strong and really held her own outweighed these moments.

I enjoyed the writing and it flowed easily. Really good storyline

[Abby Price]

This was an easy 4.5 star read for me!

I loved it so much, I enjoyed the charecter growth from the heroine but wish we had a bit more of a dual POV, would of loved to hear more from his side and would of loved an epilogue from his POV as well!

It was very very well written and I am excited to look at Lauren Marcies other work!

I did receive an advance review copy for free however this review is entirely my opinion and am leaving it voluntarily :)

[Esmee]

Deze was wel echt goed! Ze was zo sterk en leuk:) ze bleef rennen en vechten! Ondanks dat ze niet heel goed kon vechten.


Jammer dat ze niet navroeg of hij vrienden was met haar verkrachter. Echt erg dat haar vader het wist en niks zei.

Waarom noemde hij haar slet en namen terwijl hij juist de player was?

Haar zusje was echt zwak.. en ik hoopte dat haar moeder nog een mooi einde kon krijgen.

Had ze graag op dates zien gaan ofzo

[Kellie Waldron]

First up there are some triggers, but if you get past them get ready for a read.

This isn't your typical arranged mafia marriage book. Mia is very spirited and Gabriel is wanting to tame her. They have known each other a long time and have a very hate relationship. But when opportunities present, Gabriel pounces to wed. They both have secrets and they take awhile to come to the surface, but it makes them stronger in the end.

[Happyscribe]

Oh my bruised heart! I literally read this over 6 hrs -finished at 2am it was that good. Gosh these two characters are so broken and just need to be loved and healed instead of punished more.

The ebb and flow of sensual moments, smouldering looks, growing understanding and forgiveness - what a weepy but happy read!

[Jenni]

Mia isn't your typical mafia princess she's headstrong and determined not to be apart of the criminal world until her father tells her sister can not marry till she does and she ends up in an arranged marriage to her childhood enemy Gabriel. These two ignite sparks there hate to love, desires pull you in woth steamy chemestry and more!

[Sammye]

I really enjoyed Gabriel’s and Mia’s story. It’s a enemies to lovers, hate to love plot with drama, violence, secrets and passion. It’s so emotional and heartfelt. Both characters were very likable. It was a book that I couldn’t quit reading! Loved it! **this was a complimentary copy and this is my honest review**

[Nicole Deanne Veracruz]

Classic enemy to lover. Some areas drag on. I do like Mia and eventually like Gabriel. But I feel like there was a bit to much filler in this book.

I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

[Sheila]

4 Stars for Untamed Vice by new for me author Lauren Marcie

Great storytelling my favorite genre mafia setting! I really liked Mia and Gabriel - they are very much opposites mafia princess and the underboss !

I would recommend as I enjoyed this read !

[Kimberly Sparks]

Enemies to lovers - oommgg, so many great scenes in this book!!! Absolutely loved it!! Cannot wait for the next book to come out!

I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily

[TINA WILLIAMS]

a great read

Wow! This was a unique arranged marriage mafia romance. I enjoyed the banter between the couple and how they grew and changed together. There were a few surprises and betrayals. The chemistry between these two is definitely life altering. I really enjoyed this book.

[Denise Briscoe]

"She's a trophy forged in the heat of the warfare between us." That line sums up this story perfectly. It was a great read. Strong characters and great storyline. I loved the fighting that went on between the two of them. I'm happy that everyone got their happy endings.

[Rachel Jones]

This was such an awesome book! Gabriel and Mia have such a unique mafia story. This series is turning out to be great! I can’t wait to see what happens in the next book!!

I received this book from BookSirens for my honest opinion as an ARC.

[marlie]

My first read of the author. When I read the blurb and found out the fmc was a tomboy I immediately knew I had to read this book. I loved her so much honestly.
Enemies to lovers and mafia??? What more could you want????
Will definitely be picking up more of this authors books.

[Nate]

I enjoyed Gabriel and Mia’s book. It was an engaging read. And am voluntarily leaving my review for this new author.

[Chloe Butler]

I loved and devoured this book, i love arranged marriage tropes and it had a good development. Wont be my last lauren marcie book!

[it’s Döne bitches]

Love the enemies to lovers part in this dark romance. Omg the tension was great and it was as good as brutal prince I read previous to this 😩

[Sondie]

So good

First time I've read this authors work. It won't be the last. I loved the whole taming of the shrew vibe.