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Whiskey & Revenge

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Deceiving Her, Book 1
Ruby Ring Renegades, Book 1

My name is Layla Grace Romano, heiress to the Romano Syndicate. Six years ago, I had to flee the only life I’d ever known or risk losing it. My father wanted me dead. But now I’ve been dragged back by the men I never thought I’d see again. Colton, Zach, Tyler, Drew, and Sean. And nothing is as it seems.

As I come to terms with the years I’ve lost with my father, I have to face the traitors working with my ex-fiancé to gain control of my kingdom. Can my overprotective men learn to follow my lead? Can I protect my city from the men exploiting it? I don’t have all the answers, but I think we’ll make it through if I stick to one I’m the queen, and you will bow before me, or I will paint the walls with your blood… or feed a hungry shark.

Whiskey and Revenge is book one of an adult dark mafia reverse harem. It is intended for readers over the age of 18. There will be a cliffhanger, but the series will end with a HEA.

398 pages, Kindle Edition

Published February 28, 2024

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Profile Image for Rainey.
113 reviews8 followers
March 1, 2024
She has WOLVES!!

What a page turner! This book has it all - Layla is smart, sassy and brings all the HBIC energy! She’s got her own wolf pack and a harem of the hottest men with a wide range of personalities - broody, protective, almost as smart as Layla…. I’m obsessed. The scenes when she reunites with her besties are everything - clubbing, champagne and pizza!
NA crafted this book with the perfect balance - compelling plot sprinkled with just the right amount of spicy scenes. Character development is phenomenal- I feel like I know them all. Book 2 cannot come soon enough!

751 reviews18 followers
February 29, 2024
Whiskey & Revenge is book one in the Deceiving Her series by N.A. Jameson.

💜 mafia princess
💜 why choose
💜 mysteries
💜 revenge
💜 🌶🌶🌶🌶 spicy spice

Layla Grace Romano. That’s who I am. I am the heiress to the Romano Syndicate. I may be a spoiled mafia princess. Yes, I liked the finer things. The shiny things especially if they are new glittery daggers. You see, I was trained to be the mafia princess. So when my dad decided to make me enter into an arranged marriage, something seemed off. Then after I heard what I did the night before the marriage, I took off. I will not be that easy to take out. Oh no. I’m an heiress to the throne and I will do what I need to do to survive.

This was a fun mafia why choose romance that will keep you on your toes. Layla is not your typical girly girl. Oh no, she can hold her own and stand on her own two feet when she needs to. I love how she’s not afraid to stand up for what she wants and is also willing to take direction when she needs to as well. This does end on a bit of a cliffhanger and I can’t wait until the next installment is available to read.
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605 reviews2 followers
March 7, 2024
The Queen and Her Crew

It is so hard to come up with words to describe N.A. Jameson's newest release, Whiskey and Revenge. This is book 1 of the Ruby Ring Renegades series and is a must-read for anyone who loves their Mafia RH Romance dark and steamy.
N.A. always create such strong and independent FMCs who know how to lean on her men when needed.
I have to admit I was a sobbing pile of goo due to the cliffhanger ending, but I pulled it together because i know there is a book 2.
I highly recommend you make Whiskey and Revenge by N.A. Jameson your next read.
Profile Image for Darcy.
2,151 reviews22 followers
February 28, 2024
We start off at the beginning of this story meeting Layla Grace Romano. Let me say that she is sassy, stubborn, and strong. She has so much attitude but in a good way. We then meet Sean, Colton, Zach, and Drew. These men are fiercely protective and definitely have Layla ‘s back. This story pulled me in from the beginning. It kept me glued to my seat with all the action, drama, and suspense. It is packed full of lies and betrayal. It is so full of the darker side of the mafia world and keeps you unable to put it down. Layla has been through so much in this story that as we journey alongside it with her that you feel her pain and her happiness throughout the entire story. Oh my goodness when we reach the end we are left with a major cliffhanger that has me absolutely excited to see what happens next. This is absolutely a must read and doesn’t not disappoint.
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217 reviews4 followers
March 2, 2024
NA Jameson does an absolutely amazing job when it comes to everything she pours into her story/characters. I love how the female character is a strong and independent but of course needs her guys. She makes rh/why choose stories that always having me loving all of them. They all give her something different that she needs. Ugh I loved it.
Profile Image for Sylvia Pelletier.
457 reviews28 followers
February 28, 2024
Holy crap this is an incredible mafia world story. Layla is an absolute beast of a main character. She's on the run thinking her dad ordered a hit on hee, but little does she know it's not her dad at all who betrayed her. Six years later her men finally show up to bring her home where she belongs. The heat and spice is hot as ever and this is definitely a dark one. Each of her five men are unique and yet they all complement her perfectly. My favorites are Zach, the unhinged man and Tyler, the quiet nerdy protector. Of course there's a cliffhanger and I cant wait to see what happens next.
Profile Image for Jen Smith.
46 reviews1 follower
March 1, 2024
Loved this book. Layla is a kick butt fmc who can hold her own in her family business and with her men. Reverse Harem Mafia where the boss is the female who after being on the run comes home to clean house and claim her men, and her rightful place. Can't wait for book 2.
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197 reviews3 followers
February 29, 2024
This book was awesome. Layla is written so beautifully. She's strong, quick on her feet, and smart. After being on the run for a few years, Layla is brought home by Zach, Colton, Drew, Tyler, and Sean. The book ends on a cliff hanger and I can't wait for the next book.
170 reviews3 followers
March 1, 2024
Wow!!

I could not put this down. Layla is a BA and I freaking love her! They guys were great, the plot kept me on the edge of my seat and I can wait to see what happens next
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534 reviews10 followers
March 6, 2024
NA Jameson has done it again and what a story.  This is a dark, dark Mafia story that ends on a cliffhanger and all I can say is bring on book 2. 
 
So what is this book all about:
 
🖤Friends to lovers
🥃Reverse Harem
🖤Unaliving
🥃Spice
🖤Touch her and die MMC
🥃Strong sassy determined FMC
 
❗️Remember check out those TW’s too.❗️
 
Honestly this book will have you pulled in from the first page and it keeps you turning those pages.  Straight away this story starts with betrayal, and we get to meet Layla and straight off you know this woman is not going to be a push over.  She is sassy, determined and ruthless (all I’m saying is shark meat, loved that).  Due to the betrayal that she thought came from her own father she does the only she can and that is run, leaving behind the boys that were her everything, the men that held her heart, her friends.  Layla has learnt how to survive with the help of Sean, but then things change and she needs to go off grid, learning to keep it just her and her two babies (WOLVES!!!!).  Then Sean, Colton, Zach and Drew turn up and it’s time to return home to take over and be the Queen that she was destined to be.  With these men at her side what can go wrong.

This book is full of lies, betrayal, spice, twists and turns and of the suspense that you will struggle to put this book down.  Fantastic read bring on book 2.
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681 reviews9 followers
February 29, 2024
Wolf mama

So I will admit the best thing I love about this author is all the FMCs are seriously HBICs and don’t take anything from anyone!! I will say upfront to beware because there is a serious cliffhanger and made me super upset that I now must play the waiting game. There’s quite a bit more than a few sp!cy scenes and I definitely enjoyed them. Oh and I think I love Zach the best because he made me laugh so hard and when you get to a certain chapter about a shark I probably would have had his same excitement and not sure why LOL. Also how does one get a pet wolf? Asking for a friend…..LOL
Profile Image for Elizabeth.
204 reviews9 followers
February 29, 2024
Love Layla

Layla is due to be married to someone she doesn't want to marry since it's arranged she will do it for the Family Business but in no way is she doing so laying down. However what do you do when you hear the night before the wedding that it's a scheme and the groom is plotting your murder... You run and you fight! In this action packed loved filled book one installment you go through the twists and turns of Layla being on the run to her being brought home and taking over the "Family Business". As well as taking revenge on those who have wronged the family name while having time to fall even more in love with her 5 yes 5 men who are all dream worthy! This book does contain a cliffy and lots of TWs so be mindful of both! Can't wait to see what NA comes up with next!!!! 😍😍😍
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634 reviews12 followers
February 29, 2024
This story grabs you from the beginning. Layla overhears plans and has to go on the run. Her childhood friends Zach, Colton, Tyler, and Drew figure out the truth. Sean helps them find her and brings her home with Dire and Dash, her wolves. The revenge begins, and you are not disappointed.
We learn so much in this first book about what she has been through during her time away and some unique disposal techniques she has used on the run. Can we say sharks? Zach loves her for this.
I love the dynamics between all five men, and the spice was great. I look forward to seeing where this author takes it in the next book.
This author has written several books where the FMC is powerful, and I love that she has continued that in this book, too. It does end on a cliffhanger, but I know it won't be a long wait. I'm looking forward to the next book.
Profile Image for Rachel Stephens.
2,323 reviews41 followers
February 28, 2024
This book caught my attention from the first chapter and it pulled me in!
There was humor, crazy times, action and suspense, and spice.

I loved Layla. She truly was a queen and she proved it in her actions.
Drew, Zach, Tyler, Colton, and Sean were her men.
Their devotion and love for her was perfect. The steam was off the charts hot!!

Honestly, there are so many positive things I could write about this book, but it would be a really long review.

I think this book was the perfect set up for this series. The author gives us the perfect balance of plot and spice.
We are introduced and given some background to each of the main characters.
The storyline will capture your attention and keep you on the edge of your seat at times, and leave you wanting more!!
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420 reviews
March 8, 2024
Whiskey & Revenge is an awesomely written story that you can’t help but fall for the characters. Layla is such a strong FMC that you just want to say ‘you go girl!' Layla is back, cleaning house and finding not everything is as it seems. Want to meet Layla and her men and find out how sharks fit in? I’m still laughing over how Layla is cleaning house!
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862 reviews18 followers
April 23, 2024
Whiskey and Revenge by N.A. Jameson is book 1 in the series Ruby Ring Renegades and is a dark mafia reverse harem romance. This book has very interesting character development. I adored all of the characters she created for this book and I am thrilled it is a series. I absolutely love Layla the female main character. The author always writes strong females and Layla is no different.
Layla is heiress to her mafia family but has to go on the run after overhearing some plans. Zach, Tyler, Colton and Drew are her lifelong friends who go looking for her and they bring her home along with her wolves. This is where the fun of getting pay back AND the steam of the reverse harem begins.
Being betrayed by family has to be horrible but thankfully she is surrounded by love. I thought this was written so well and really liked it. NA Jameson great job and I can not wait to read what else you have in store!
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609 reviews9 followers
March 15, 2024
Mafia Queen

I absolutely love Layla. She is just such a bad a** B! Her men are so in love with her but also respect her power and authority. On top of all of that, the plot grabs your attention from page one and never lets go. Don’t worry though there is plenty of steamy spiciness to balance out all that plot. It ends in a major cliffhanger but it will be worth it to see how the story progresses in the next book.
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1,690 reviews46 followers
March 8, 2024
Layla Grace Romano returns home to take over her family's syndicate when her father dies. She also picks up a relationship with 4 (4!!) sexy, overprotective men who have worked within the organization as well as another that she picked up when she made her escape initially (that's 5!). Of course, her ex and the other former capos of the organization are less than thrilled that Layla has declared herself the head of the family and disrupted their plans. Layla spends most of this book trying not to get herself killed and there is a doozy of a cliffhanger.
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896 reviews22 followers
March 23, 2024
And just like that, Whiskey and Revenge has reminded me why I love N.A. Jameson. It's not like I forgot about her I just hadn't read anything of hers for a while and then her new release came out and I just had to find time to read it. To say I enjoyed it was an understatement.

Does it get a little heavy on the smut and light on the story? No, not really. Are some of those smutty moments a little ill-timed? Well of course they are. If you've got five men and a badass I imagine it's not easy to keep yourself together. Just kidding. Some of the scenes might be a little off in timing but it wasn't something I got caught up on. I knew what I was getting into with N.A.'s books and she did not let me down.

Don't just jump in and read this seeing it's mafia and dark if that's your thing. There are triggers that not everyone will be on board with so take this as your chance to double-check.

The story starts by jumping straight into it. I kind of loved that the main characters (except one) all know each other well and are obviously in love. It makes sense to the storyline perfectly and really gives the story room to rush ahead. It also gives guy number five his chance to get to know the leading lady on a deeper level than he did. So, in a way when they all come together, they're on an even playing field.

We don't have to wait for half a book for them to make their way back to each other because there are plenty of other things going on to keep the book action packed.

The Ruby Ring Renegades relates to a group of friends and it's about them coming back together after years apart. It has a few cheesy moments but they weren't off-putting, just cheesy.

Layla the leading lady has been raised by her father to take over the family business despite that she's a woman. Because of that, she is as lethal as any man and a total badass b!tch. Betrayal sends her running before she can take over but eventually, her men bring her home to set everything right.

Each of her men has their own unique skill set and completes each other and Layla (as usually is the way with RH).

If mafia and reverse harem are your thing then you're going to love Whiskey and Revenge. I think this one is extra good having the woman as the leader and putting everyone in their place.

I can't wait for book two. Bring on April.
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Layla has always been raised to take over the Romano Syndicate from her father. He arranged for her to marry someone though and she had never thought that would be part of the plan. Thinking it's what's right for her family she agrees. The night before the wedding though she learns just how deep the betrayal goes. She doesn't have many options but to run. Running means leaving everything behind including the boys she grew up with, and disappearing
'My boys. Colton. Zach. Tyler. Drew. We spent our entire lives together. They were my best friends turned unofficial bodyguards as we got older.'

Choices limited and time short she runs to an old friend for a chance to get further gone. Sean sets her up with a new identity and a place to start. She hadn't expected their goodbye to go quite as it did and after the fact, he would keep tabs and pop into her life when he could. But every time Layla felt a little too comfortable they all got to close and she would run again.

The last time was far too close for comfort and she disappeared further into the wind. Her life was solitary minus her pets but she was at least alive. She hadn't left a single crumb for anyone to follow even Sean couldn't find her this time. At least she thought.

Layla had been gone long enough and it was time she came home. Colton, Zach, Tyler, and Drew never stopped looking for her, they knew Sean had an idea where she was but he never gave any intention of sharing until now. They're all in agreement the time for running is done. Layla needs to take her rightful place and return the Romano Syndicate to its glory. And finally, they'll have the woman they love back in their arms.
'Oh yes, the princess has returned to claim her kingdom, and God help anyone who stands gainst me or my wolves. And perhaps tigers, I still hadn't decided on that front.'

Happy Reading.
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657 reviews27 followers
March 11, 2024
WOW that ending is making me wanna have words with the author bc WHY WOULD YOU DO THIS TO ME

I don't know if I wanna BE Layla or be WITH her. I loved her sm. She's such a bad
b!t(h it was incredible to read about her. I loved how she was even more dangerous and lethal than her 5 guys. The majority of the book is her trying to stop people from unaliving her while getting revenge on the ones that did her and her father wrong. I absolutely loved her bloodthirsty, creative revenge scenes. I don't think I can look at a shark anymore and not think about Layla.

ALSO SHE HAS TWO WOLVES AS PETS!!! Like they were so well behaved and trained 😭🙌

All of her men were completely in love with her. Like they was so many $3x scenes in this book bc they couldn't keep their hands away from her. They were all very protective and possessive over her. They are all completely different from one another but each and every one of them are perfect for her. There was so much tension and chemistry between Layla and them it was crazy. Now out of all of them Sean didn't grow up with Layla so he's the "new" one and for the next book i need him to bond with the rest of the guys pls.

Overall the book was really good. They was an equal amount of smexy scenes and bloody ones. If you love a strong lethal female character this is the book for you.


I have a love- hate relationship with these authors writing. Love it like every book of hers I've enjoyed but hate bc why does she have me crying over a man that was barely in the book????? She made his character so good I was sad the entire book thinking about him 😭😭😭😭

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I need a very unhinged smexy scene between Layla and Zach. Also I absolutely loved Laylas friends, they are as Fierce as her, and I need more!!
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57 reviews1 follower
March 28, 2024
I want to start by saying that N.A. Jameson has done it again with her latest release. This is a dark Mafia story that ends with a cliffhanger.

Please be mindful of the Trigger Warnings at the start of this book.

Whiskey & Revenge by N.A. Jameson will have you immediately hooked from the very beginning. Right off the bat, you are hit with betrayal, and you meet our kick butt FMC, Layla. She's very Sassy, determined, and takes no crap from anyone.

Due to the deception she thought came from her father, Layla runs. Leaving behind the men who meant everything to her. Layla learned to survive on her own, But when everything changed and she had to go off grid, she had to learn to keep to just her and her babies. Did I mention her babies are WOLVES?! (What could be better than that right)

When Drew, Zach, Sean & Colton turn up, it's time for her to return home and take her rightful role, and be the queen she was always meant to be.

Whiskey & Revenge is such a fantastic and quick read that will have you on the edge of your seat with all the betrayal, lies, suspense, and you can't forget about all the spice! Can't wait for Book Two.
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1,158 reviews16 followers
February 28, 2024
Okay, warning for triggers and content. Please make sure you read them, they are on the author's website. There is some dark things in this one. Mental health always comes first. Take care of you.

Okay, I couldn't stop reading this one!!! The characters are everything, their relationships are goals (for some), and the way they take care of business! My heros for sure, and Layla is who we all want to be in one life, if we are ever gifted with more than one.

I love all the boys, but Zach, oh he's my 'Cyrus' (iykyk) and he can do no wrong, in my eyes. His level of crazy is darling and he's like that golden retriever puppy from afar, but don't tell him he can't have more treats, because you'll get bit!

Revenge is best cooked up, but raw works too. This one will keep you on the edge of your seat! The ending.... be ready! Be prepared! Oh... and don't forget to show some love to Layla's babies. Okie.. bye!!
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230 reviews2 followers
February 28, 2024
Layla Grace Romano, is the heir to the Romano Syndicate. After finally returning her home after the death of her father and being gone for 6 years, its time to take her rightful place as the head of the family and weed out the traitors amongst her midst. Can she and her men, Colton, Zach, Tyler, Drew, and Sean find out the truth, or are they doomed to end up swimming with the fishes?

LOVE LOVE LOVE this book. Cannot sing its praises enough. Did I stay up till 2am reading it all in sitting? Did I fall madly in love with all the main characters and Dash and Dire? Did I wail in despair when I realised I had finished the book and wanted more? YES TO ALL.

Cannot wait for the next part and more of Layla's strong, fierce, and slightly blood hungry ways and of course much more of scenes with her men.
450 reviews3 followers
October 6, 2025
Absolutely glorious!

This was such a fun read even when it made me cry. This one will keep your mind in overdrive helping her plot revenge and rolling from the snarcastic comments. I loved all the characters and especially their surprises and personalities. I need to get a D & D (no not the game!). The world building was epic and exciting with love, betrayal and loyalty with a full helping of RH.
Most definitely collection worthy but no where near family friendly as this is an 18+ readers. Be mindful of trigger warnings this author is amazing but she also doesn't pull back from the hard parts of life either.
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1,107 reviews36 followers
July 16, 2024
When all seems lost it's time to take ack what's yours.

Layla Grace Romano the sole heir to the Romano syndicate is forced into hiding when she overhears something that makes her question everything. She is forced to leave behind the men she grew up with that she loves so much. She refuses to risk them so she leaves alone. She has one contact whom she gets help from.

Over the years she is found a few different times. Whenever she is found she loses something and grows more cautious. Suddenly her men are all brought together to bring her back as they now have some answers that prove her father was never against her but that she needs to get home.

Follow as Layla takes her position as the head of the family. Now it's time for her men to be claimed and revenge to be had.

This is a rollercoaster of passion, death, and revenge. I will be picking up book two as soo as I can.
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454 reviews18 followers
August 30, 2024
Rating ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spice 🌶️🌶️🌶️.5

This BOOK 📖!! I was excited reading this book, I had trouble putting this book down! There is action, spice and there is depth to the story.

Reverse haram 5 lovers and one bada&& fmc. Not gonna lie this is book 1 in a trilogy so we are left with a cliffhanger but only until you pick up the second book because SUPRISE the full trilogy is available ❤️.

Honestly this book has this author in my top 5 list of must read writers ✍️… go read the blurb, never mind just go get the book and then you’ll want to follow N.A. Jameson too 😉
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590 reviews5 followers
February 28, 2024
I could hardly put this book down. It is one of the better Mafia stories I have read with great characters, locations and plot twists. Our author pulls her reader into the story with the humor, danger, betrayal, loyalty, the wolves and fan your face steam. When I wasn't reading, I was remembering parts of the story or trying to figure out what is coming next. But that cliffhanger really surprised me.
2,600 reviews15 followers
March 6, 2024
This is a strong, sassy and stubborn FMC and I am all here for it. Love a girl who isn't a pushover. Quickly we meet her guys and they are a girls dream come true. Sean, Colton, Zach, and Drew are very protective of Layla and have her back in everything. This is a mafia book like you want it, dark and the story keeps you reading on and is just a feast really. I loved reading this book and highly recommend it.
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1,352 reviews25 followers
March 16, 2024
Layla goes on the run for her life until her father sents her besties and the loves of her live to bring her home. She is not the same person who left years ago but now she is out for revenge and won’t let anyone stand in her way. She isn’t afraid to show the world who in charge plus she has wolves at her control. But this book will leave you with a cliffhanger that will have you on the edge of your seat.
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5 reviews1 follower
March 22, 2024
Absolutely Amazing!!

I love books with a kickass main female lead 🥰 I haven’t read books by N.A Jameson before so I wasn’t sure how the book was going to pan out but I absolutely fell in love with Layla and her boys.
I love the dynamic and the relationship she has with the boys as well as all the issues that occur.
It was just such an amazing book and read and I can’t wait for book two 😍😍
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