Caesar DeLuca

Savage Bloodline #39

by Sienne Vega

A steamy interracial mafia romance about a deadly capo and the beautiful stranger he can't resist.

Betrayed and left to die, I’m bleeding out in the snow the first time I see Ariana Rowe. She takes me in at my darkest hour and nurses me back to health. No questions asked.

I should be plotting my revenge against my enemies and those who turned on me. Instead, I’m increasingly preoccupied with the shy and beautiful recluse who showed a dangerous capo like me kindness.

Once I’m healed, I return to my dirty and violent world, but the beautiful stranger stays on my mind.
Before I know it, I’m obsessed, and unable to stay away. I must have Ariana for myself.

But then I learn there’s a reason Ariana’s so withdrawn… and getting involved with a woman like her will have deadly consequences.

Genres: Dark Romance

226 pages, Kindle Edition

Published June 18, 2024

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]

ahhhhhh 🫢🫢

This was just what I needed to satiate my appetite. I’ve been in a reading slump and this book got me out of it. I binged it all in one day. I just wish it was longer. I’m used to long juicy reads from Ms Vega but I knew this was a special one so it might be shorter. Nobody tells a mafia tale like this author. Cesar and Ari join Gio and Honey, Jon and Phi, and Nevi and Cael in the hall of Mafia fame.

Caesar and Ari fit so well because Ari needed someone who would be gentle with her and understanding. Caesar was able to do that and still be a dominant mafia capo. Plus I love that this author continues to give us unambiguous black women to fawn over. Did not see the twist coming. Loved this book and can’t wait for the rest of her books this year.

[Antoinette Jones · Rating 5 out of 5]

Caesar and Ariana, both a savage and a recluse for life!!

Caesar DeLuca found himself in a precarious predicament due to the betrayal of a close friend and confidant. But unbeknownst to him, his life would not only be spared, but it would be irrevocably changed in more ways than one.

Ariana lives a life of a recluse for reasons she never speaks about. To herself or anyone. But on this one monthly trip coming home from town, she would discover a man whose lies at deaths door in the freezing cold snow. Her decision to help this man will change not only his life but her own as well once she discovers the man is none other than Caesar DeLuca.

Caesar and Ariana are forced to stay together due to mothers nature's snowstorm from Hell. It's during this time when the book starts to draw you in, and you see different sides to Caesar. He's drawn to Ariana like a moth to a flame. He senses there's more to her. But he's a DeLuca! Family and business must come first! Or does it? You'll have to read it to find out.

This book was not the typical DeLuca Savages book like those I've read in the past. But you know what, I loved it just as much. It was refreshing to see a different side of a DeLuca while still maintaining his edge, power, character, and ruthless persona. Sienne Vega always takes you on a journey with twists and turns. And she delivered with Caesar DeLuca. Great addition to the DeLuca Savages Series! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[DFS · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutely love reading Sienne Vega's books. She creates badass FMCs and MMCs you don't want to mess with. Caesar DeLuca is a man you don't want mess with, let alone betray, but his right-man decided to play his hand and attempts to take out Caesar. Ariana finds Caesar laying on the ground while driving home. "Caesar DeLuca" is somewhat of a "slow-burn" romance. I love Ariana and Caesar's dynamic. Ariana is so secretive, where Caesar is pretty open to her about what he does. Ariana is insecure, while Caesar is so prideful, but they relate in their stubbornness and when their walls come down when they're together, they have a great conversations. Caesar DeLuca is a must read.

[Valerie Hairston Mayes · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loner

Caesar and Ariana story is different than the other DeLuca stories. This book focused more on developing the relationship between the two main characters.
Caesar and Ariana were leary of each other. Caesar initially didn't trust Ariana, but he needed her. Ariana was fearful of Caesar, but she knew he needed her help to recover.
When they finally give in to their feelings for each other, poof, Caesar is gone, but he can't stay away.
Another great book in the DeLuca saga.

[B.J. Porter · Rating 4 out of 5]

Slow moving!

The story was slow moving. The first sixty percent was spent setting the plot, introducing the characters, and allowing the reader to know and understand them on a personal level. Once the action started again, it was worth the wait.

[Kim · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great read

I like Ariana but you know something bad happened in her past relationship…That her last boyfriend was a douche bag and he did some unforgivable damage to her self esteem…She goes out on a limb to rescue a man(Caesar DeLuca) that’s been hurt and left for dead she gets him to her home and stitches him up..He is very intense and he can’t for the life of him wonder why this beautiful woman lives alone in the sticks far from anywhere…There’s a big reason why Caesar will understand soon…They may have the same problem…

[Sonya · Rating 5 out of 5]

I received an ARC copy of this book, and it came today, and I already finished it! I enjoyed the chemistry between the characters and the story was good with some surprises that Ari had from her past not to mention Caesar was right she did have people trying to take advantage of her good heart. He scolded her for having such a big heart, but I loved how he protected and cared for her.

[Sandra · Rating 5 out of 5]

"He's about to pay the price that comes with messing with my woman."

Ohhh girl. Caeser DeLuca has arrived and he will not be taken lightly or out of the game. From turf war territories, casinos, or having the respect from others in the shady underworld of Atlantic City. He's a man who is always plotting, thinking, dealing; but when betrayal comes knocking, and then being left with a severe knife wound in an almost isolated place during winter, time isn't exactly on his side. That is until a very sweet lady, a former nurse, with secrets of her own, drives by and sees him. She's conflicted. A little scared. He's bleeding out. What if who did this, is watching her? But she does the right thing and helps this stranger and takes him home.

Let me write, this is quite a ride.🎢🎢🎢 I was caught up in the slow buildup of curvy Ariana Rowe and Caeser. It definitely captured my attention. They don't trust each other yet, but they're drawn to one another. I really liked Ari. She's got insecurities, past hurts, the girl is sassy and a sweetheart. She deals with the very attractive Caeser her way. And what a way she has with him.😝 In a cabin. During a blizzard. Uh-huh. You get the picture.🤣🤣😈 And sure, Caeser is a powerful stubborn man with some shady gray areas, but deep down, he's likable. I certainly liked him!! Who wouldn't. The movie talk about popular mob movies was funny! These two had chemistry child!! Chemistry.🥵🔥🔥

There's action, drama, a plot twist that comes full circle, and finding love that came suddenly and unexpectedly. It's a great fast paced story. I enjoyed it. Highly recommend. Come meet Ari and Caeser. Get your book ASAP. Happy reading.❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

🎰🎲Thank you to Ms Vega and Bookfunnel for an early book. These are my honest thoughts that I'm happily sharing.🎲🎰

[Roslyn · Rating 5 out of 5]

Caesar DeLuca feared no man, but his so-called best friend sold him out. Broken and bleeding and left for dead he is found by an angel. Ariana is driving home minding her business when she sees a body on the side of the road. She stops to help him and that is when her life of loneliness begins to change. Neither one of them was looking for love, but in fell in their laps. There were some twists and turns in this story that I didn't see coming. Ms. Vega is an excellent storyteller. I enjoyed reading this story.

[Henrietta Hudson · Rating 3 out of 5]

I felt like something was missing.

I grew to liking mfc and mmc as the story went along but the question that kept coming is where was the deluca family? I couldn't understand why the family wasn't doing anything to find a missing family member and who was running the casino? Cesaer was missing for a week and the writer never mention about what was being done to find him. Another thing I didn't understand was why didn't he use Aria's phone to call his people and his don? These questions kept me from fully enjoying the story. I did love the shocking part about Aria's ex.

[Keya · Rating 5 out of 5]

Caesar DeLuca: Savage Bloodline is an excellent contribution to the DeLuca Series. This story starts off with Caesar, barely surviving an attempt on his life. And the action just continues from there. He ended up being rescued by the reclusive Ari. As she nurses him back to health, they form a bond all while he’s planning revenge and she’s holding a dangerous secret. This book has lots of tension and the spice is amazing and the action is top-tier. Once again Sienne Vega shows her readers that she is the queen of mafia romance.

[Christina · Rating 5 out of 5]

I always enjoy reading anything from Sienne Vega. And this book doesn't disappoint. Caesar was a force to be reckoned with. The man cheated death so easily it seems.

Ari did not know what hit her when the two collided paths. I was surprised when the true identity of Freddie the ex was revealed. Caesar and Ari balanced each other out. Great plot line and is a thrilling read!

I read this as an ARC in exchange for my honest opinion.

[Mrs. Taylor-Lewis · Rating 3 out of 5]

A nice read...

This DeLuga was okay. It's just that as I read the story I kept looking back at the cover. The face on the cover did not fit the description. He's described as muscular but the guy on the cover looks like the head of a skinny guy, not muscular. Not trying to fat shame the female, but she had issues of her self image but then her ex was fat too. Story plot was good but Idk.

[TACORA MCCLUNEY · Rating 4 out of 5]

Caesar and Ari

This was a good read and had a good DeLuca vibe to it. Ari is such a good hearted person. She had to be to help a total stranger in a blizzard. I liked Caesar and was glad he at least tried to keep his promise to Ari once he left. I would have never guessed who her ex Freddie really was tho. I'm glad Caesar handled business tho because you don't fk with a DeLuca or the ones they love.❣️❣️

[Martha Ruff · Rating 5 out of 5]

Caesar DeLuca didn't come to play with anyone in this story. From the very beginning Sienne Vega weaves a story that grabs your attention and doesn't let go until the final word on the final page.
I absolutely loved Caesar, he is about his business but don't take him for anything weak because you would be sadly mistaken.
Ariana Rowe is a woman with a past that wants it to stay there. Although she's quiet, don't fool you into thinking she's some damsel in distress because once again you would be wrong.
What happens when these two finally come together... FIREWORKS!!!

[Mo Jackson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Don’t mess with Caesar DeLuca. Caesar was betrayed and wants revenge. First he has to heal. He is lucky that Ariana is in the right place at the right time. Ariana and Caesar have explosive chemistry, but she has secrets and he is a DELUCA. Lots of twists and turns, but I enjoyed reading this book. I definitely recommend reading this book. Awesome story.

[Chantel M · Rating 5 out of 5]

Real Good

Sienne did a real good job with writing this story. Caesar was such a brute but exactly what Ari needed. They were both overthinkers in their own ways. The plot twist from the old man really through me for a surprise. They definitely had a slow burn chemistry but super cute

[Lena · Rating 5 out of 5]

I've read several of Sienne Vega books, and they never disappoint! And of course this one didn't either. The chemistry between Ariana and Caesar is fire! The love th way the story was delivered with great characters, twists, steam, betrayal, love and so much more. I read this in one sitting as I couldn't put it down. Such a great addition to the Savage Bloodline series!

[T G · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love this series ♥️😍

This was such an enjoyable read. I adore the Deluca family. I'm always curious about the women. They'll fall in love with it. Ariana is such a kind, beautiful soul. Reading about these two coming together was beautiful. Sienne Vega It was my pleasure reading this book 🥰.

[Just Reading · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoyed this couple.

I loved how open and honest she was about her insecurities. Caesar was there to support and uplift Arianna through blunt words and tender actions.

The relationship progressed naturally and never felt forced or rushed like a lot the new DeLuca books. I'm not surprised because Sienna Vega is very good at creating a new world for readers.

[Andrielle Marques · Rating 5 out of 5]

Nossa, que começo foi esse??? É emoção do início ao fim, a construção do casal, a química, a amizade, eu não vou dizer que ela escondeu um grande segredo dele ou que mentiu pra ele, nenhuma dessas coisas, eles não se conheciam, então sim, não contamos tudo pra quem acabamos de conhecer. Ela é a calmaria da tempestade dele, ela é tudo que ele não sabia que queria outro precisava

[La'Jacinth · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ping!!!!!!

That is all I am gonna say....it takes a moment to get to that point, but anyone who knows sports knows what that means!!!! It is sooooooo worth the read.

Sienna, you did the dang thang with Caesar...#Savage4Life

[Victoria Wyatt · Rating 4 out of 5]

Ariana and Caesar all I can say is he is one heck of a MMC. Sienne Vega does well delivering a great mafia story with twists and great characters that mold well together. These two characters are no different they were just right for each other. 4.5 stars.

[Deborah · Rating 4 out of 5]

Secrets!

Secrets have a way of being exposed and not always in a good way, as Ariana and Caesar found out. I gonna admit, I didn’t see that one coming, duh!
However, in the end it was just Caesar, Ariana and nobody else.

[shelly shells · Rating 4 out of 5]

Caesar for the Win

DeLuca's love hard and fight harder.. Caesar showed that to Ariana till she had to give in. He showed her she was worthy and to put aside the self doubt from a previous relationship.. The plot twist was everything, I didn't see that coming lol

[Victoria Ziglor-smith · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great Series

Now I was not expecting that tibet, Caesar is really a lucky SOB. That was also creepy with Craig spying on her and if she had not of met Caesar who knew what Craig would have eventually done the peeping Tom. But glad the figured it out.

[Shana · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really enjoyed this! There were some points of the story that didn't hold me as tightly, but overall I loved it and would read it again! From the humor, to how much I loved the FMC, and how the story ended... So good!

[B.J. · Rating 4 out of 5]

I thought this was pretty good.
Ari was very adorable and Freddie was a piece of shit for breaking her down.
I wish the Freddie think was more of a plot twist but Ari brought up the Carisis when she was helping Casesar.

[Yolanda · Rating 5 out of 5]

Deluca

Another hit by this author she never fails to give you a 5 star read.A curvy bwwm mafia representation!! Can't wait to see what's next

[Irene Johnson · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was so good and I could not put it down. The ending was such a surprise, this is a must read.