Aftermath

by Natalie Arthur

Giovanna What would you do if you found out that your entire life was a lie? How do you start to trust what you feel? I never expected to meet anyone, especially not now. But when he came into my life, he refused to leave. Declan I knew I loved her from the moment we met. She’s the perfect woman for me. I need her to see that she can trust again. Trust me. I know something happened to her and I’ll do anything to help her through it. Forever.



Aftermath now includes the Legacy Prequel!

Unknown Binding

First published August 1, 2021

About the author

My name is Natalie. I published my first book, Aftermath in August 2021. I've been lucky enough to find my own insta-love-at-first-sight person. We have a daughter who drives us crazy and a corgi who adds to the chaos. I love hockey (Chicago Blackhawks), MotoGP (Motorcycle Racing), and baseball (Chicago Cubs). When I'm not writing, you can find me studying or crafting. Or crafting when I should be studying.

Reviews

[Carissa Riggs · Rating 5 out of 5]

Natalie was a new author for me, but I'm so happy that I discovered her. This book was fantastic! Many times mafia books get really dark, it's just the nature of the genre. This book, however, remained relatively light. Giovanna has a bomb dropped on her life and she doesn't know where that leaves her. Does she continue the direction she's always gone, or should she go a different direction? Declan finds her in this time of uncertainty and helps her to realize that the decision is all hers and she can do whatever she wants. He also helps her realize that he is going to be there for her every step of the way. She has to learn to trust and he has to learn that her insecurities will be hard to overcome. They have their fair share of obstacles, but ultimately love wins! Excited to see who Book 2 will be about!

[Amanda M · Rating 5 out of 5]

Absolutely amazing book. A mix of hockey with a hint of Mafia and romance makes for a great storyline. It's a page turner that'll have you hooked. Giovanna and Declan are sure to captivate you with their story. Plus there's a surprise or two that is revealed. I can't wait to see what's next for this series.

[Iwalani · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fantastic Read!

This is a brand new to me author and I'm glad I picked it up. I'm the first one to admit, I'm not usually one for the mob romances but I took a chance. And it is OTT and instant love friendly! It is so good~ give it a chance~

[Amanda M · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a quick, short, fast paced page turner. It introduces you to a new series and it's very well written. I love the brief glimpse into what is going on as well as the direction that the storyline is going to take. I cannot wait to read the first book.

[Amanda McEwan · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good short read!

Wonderful story with an ending fit for a love story! After hers and her twins life is flipped upside-down it's filled with lots of emotion and questioning. Leaving Enzo and Gia wondering what next in the roller-coaster they've found themselves on!

[La Taye · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is a so adorably done with the comedy and sports, the family sticking together through it all is beautiful too!

[R.J. House · Rating 4 out of 5]

New author

Natalie Author is a new author I look forward to reading more from. The Legacy Series prequel is a brief glimpse in to what the future holds.

[Angie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Awesome book

Awesome book i hope this is the start of a series i loved this book it was fast paced had tons of sexy men hot ladies and true loving

[Kristen · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was a fun read! I’m generally not a reader of mafia books, but I liked that this one was on the lighter side.

[LizJ. · Rating 5 out of 5]

Aftermath Book 1 in the Mancini Legacy Series by Natalie Arthur is an heartbreakingly emotional, angsty, drama filled romantic story about family betrayal and trust issues to overcome. Diana Diaz does an amazing job in voicing the different characters and portraying the emotions that I truly felt them in my heart. This is such a good book and I can't wait to read/listen to the next book. Highly recommend!

[Havok · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book!!!! OMG

This book was perfection!! It flowed beautifully, the story line was amazing! The different POVs and then theres Atlas! Seriously so good im ready to listen to it in audio!!

[Antoinette Jones · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved it!! ❤️❤️❤️

I loved everything about this book! Declan and Gia's love journey wasn't an easy one. Their journey had some rough patches at times. Their story was heart-wrenching, heartwarming, sad, drama filled, sexy, passionate, beautiful with one of the BEST epilogues I've read this year. This book will have you angry at the drama that unfolds and happy and cheerful when true love wins in the end. I haven't read many books by this author. But I know I will in the future. 💯💯

[The Bookworm Hermit · Rating 5 out of 5]

Mafia and Hockey

This is a slow burn instalove. Declan falls first and fast while it takes Gia longer to admit it. They have some issues to get through with puck bunnies, her kidnapping, and schedules. Its a fun and tension filled love story.

[Melissa Mejia · Rating 5 out of 5]

First off this was a new Author to me but I absolutely loved this book and can’t wait to continue this series!! This was a great read mixed with Hockey, mafia and motorcycle racing romance with just the right amount of spice🌶️🌶️. Absolutely love the chemistry between Gia and Declan!! Definitely will be reading the rest of this series!! Chefs kiss Natalie Arthur🥰

“Giovanna
Everything I thought I knew about my life was a lie. Twenty-Three years of not knowing who I truly am. Can you say trust issues? I’m just starting to figure out who I am. I’m not ready to add anyone else to the mix. Then I meet Declan. He pushes his way into my life, determined to prove to me that not everyone is a liar. But he’s a hockey player and they all have a certain reputation. And his seems like a constant presence in our lives. I want to learn to trust again, I’m just not sure it’s worth the risk.

Declan
Hockey has been my focus for as long as I can remember. The day I met Giovanna, my life changed. Hockey would always be my first love, but I just knew that she would be my last. I can see the walls she has built around her heart. She’s scared, and my past is haunting us (literally), but I’m determined to show her that I’m real. That we’re real. And that no matter how long I have to wait, I’m not going anywhere.”

[Cynthia Khan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Book 1 of Mancini Legacy Series story of Declan and Giovanna. That was a great first story of what happened and how the twins come to find themselves in the middle of a lie between families. I have to say the ex girlfriend of Declan was wild and totally crazy, I have to say the way Declan and Giovanna meet and the attraction they share is page turning wild and passion filled.

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

[Shelly · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was my first time reading this author and what a fun quick read!! I read a lot of dark, heavy themed books and this was such a great palate cleanser for me. For having a Mafia theme, it wasn’t too heavy and the plot flowed nicely. This was definitely an insta love, he falls first, trauma bonding relationship and both the FMC/MMC were heavy on the jealousy trope.. but it all worked and I enjoyed it! The spice was short and tasteful. Would definitely read more from this author!

[Siobhan D · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved the narration of Diana Diaz

This book is the a great start to a new series. Who can you trust, when your life turns out to beside. Loved both Giovanna and Declan. He falls hard and fast and is there to help her see who she can trust and his is the man for her.
Action, drama and romance.

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

[Mary Rose · Rating 4 out of 5]

*audiobook*

Declan was a growly, protective alpha male, and Giovanna was a sweetie but with a bite of independence and a mind of her own. There are a lot of characters to try to keep straight, but I love how they're all one big family. Plenty of other woman drama, but with an honorable man who stays true to his woman all the way.