Caged Bliss

Bianco Crime Family #4

by B.B. Hamel

A brand new steamy mafia romance from bestselling author B. B. Hamel

I’m dancing in a cage when he finds me.
And he’ll make me beg if I want to escape.

Angelo Bianco is powerful and dangerous, and he’s not shy about watching me work. His eyes undress me, and when he pulls me into a private room to make a proposal—

I should keep my hands to myself, but it’s hard when Angelo looks so good.

He’s fresh out of prison and wants to destroy the men that betrayed him, while I need to save my addict sister from her drug dealer boyfriend.

Turns out, we hate the same guy.

If I help Angelo take down our common enemy, he’ll put my sister through rehab and pay to finish her nursing degree.

All I have to do is risk everything for a man I barely know.

Easy, right? I’ll do anything for my sister, even if that means putting myself through the nightmare that is Angelo.

He’s going to get what he wants, except revenge isn’t enough anymore.

Angelo won’t stop until he gets all of me.

Genres: Mafia Romance, Morally Grey, Dark Romance, Romance, Enemies To Lovers

352 pages, Kindle Edition

Published July 31, 2024

About the author

I'm a long time reader, writer, and lover of Romance! Writing is my dream and my passion, and I want to share my stories with you.

I live in the Philadelphia area with my husband and two dogs.

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Reviews

[CriSsStina · Rating 5 out of 5]

4.5 ⭐️

I loved this one, the best one until now in the Bianco Family series. I kneeeew it! That Angelo's book is going to be 👌🤍.

I just loved these two. How they met, how their relationship evolved. They were perfect for each other 🥹🥵🥰.

She was a strong character, I liked her. I loved how persistent and dedicated she was on keeping her sister safe, even though she was suffering because of her sister's addiction and life choices. Angelo came into her life at the right time.

I also loved him. Completely understood his need for revenge. I was cheering for him 😂🤭.

Now, Simon, his brother, the all mighty Don, pissed me off a few times. I would have held a big grudge if I was in Angelo's place 🤣. But that's just me 😂.

Overall, this was quite a fast-paced, plot wise, and relationship building wise book, and I enjoyed every page of it!

Can't wait for Laura's book. She's such an interesting character. I also hope we will see this couple in her book because I need glimpses of their future 🥹. The book lacked a proper epilogue after a few years, maybe, but that's just me being greedy.

What to expect
- he was in prison for 5 years and met her as soon as he got out of prison
- she's working in his family's club .. but she hates the work. She's there only for keeping an eye on her sister
- dangerous situations that come from the mafia plot; this part was interesting, kept me on my toes 😂
- spicy, no V, they never loved other people, no OP drama
- HEA
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"I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review."

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"She’s a need. She’s a hunger."
-- 🥹💜

"I shake my head and turn away. “I’m showering. And I’m locking the door, so don’t come bother me.”
“Locks can’t stop me from pleasuring you, baby,” he calls as I head into the bathroom.
I grin to myself, turn on the other, and leave the door open a crack. He’s right—the lock would be worthless anyway."
-- love their banter 🤭😂🥵🖤

[nikki · Rating 4 out of 5]

A very fun, easy and drama free read with an ex-con and a sassy heroine. I def have a soft spot for Angelo because of the abovementioned *ahem* ex-con status lolz. Would totally recommend this book if you're looking for a fast paced mafia romance with a decent plot and good spice☺️

safety squad:
- no OW/OM drama
- no cheating/sharing
- no condoms
- no virgins/manwhores
- HEA

[Michele Boice · Rating 5 out of 5]

So love this author B.B. Hamel!! I will stop what I am currently reading just to pull one of her books in! She is fast pace and turns a good tale. Looking forward to perhaps a few more twists and turns in the future. Truly enjoy her writing style.

[Claudia, Cmarie927 · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ahhhh! Angelo’s story - at last!

Angelo, the youngest Bianco, who was serving a five-year sentence, had minimal impact on the daily operations in the Oasis at the start of the this series. Withing minutes of his release, there’s a bit of retribution, and the search is on for answers. Boy, is Simon unhappy about that!

The latest addition to the storyline has all the stuff we adore and expect from this talented author: lies, betrayals, bloodshed, payback, danger, and family loyalty. Oh, and don’t forget the sizzling chemistry and steamy scenes when Claudia and Angelo get together. So freaking hot!

This book had me hooked from start to finish. It’s easy to connect with and enjoy the characters I already love from past parts of the storyline, as well as this new couple. Understanding the details from earlier books made reading this one more enjoyable, which is why I suggest following the series in order. I flew through these pages and was done before I knew it. I am absolutely going to go back and give this series another read! So good!

This book is a must-read and I’m eagerly awaiting the next story! I hope it’s Laura’s story because I’m really curious to find out more about her!

I was fortunate to receive a free copy of this one and happily leave my review.

[Donna reads Romance · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderfully Entertaining!!
The Bianco series just got even better!! I couldn’t put this book down.
Angelo Bianco just got out of prison after being betrayed. Now he’s out and ready for revenge. He however did not think though that he’d be a little sidetracked by beautiful women he met at his club.

Dancing in a cage was not the career that Claudia had envisioned but she needed to focus on helping her sister who had fallen for a man that was keen on keeping her sister on drugs.

One encounter had changed everything for both Angelo and Claudia. The undeniable attraction these two have for each other is flaming hot and when they both give into their desire for one another boy is it STEAMY.

Together Angelo and Claudia agree to help each other all while falling for each other. The sexy time are so GOOD!!

All and all this mafia romance is charged with characters that are highly INVITING and FASCINATING and a storyline that is INTRIGUING, ENTERTAINING and PASSIONATE.

Angelo is just the right kind of bad boy we all love. Possessive, dirty talking and protective. As for Claudia she’s resilient, sassy and endearing.

So escape into this REMARKABLE and INTERESTING book and enjoy the heartwarming delights of these enticing characters.

[Nicole · Rating 5 out of 5]

Caged Bliss is the fourth book in the Bianco Crime Family Series. A full-length standalone novel with no cheating, no cliffhanger and complete with a happily-ever-after. The books are interconnected with characters from the other books making appearance and contributing to the story. A beautifully written story with world building characters and a storyline driven by revenge that keeps you on the edge of your seat with it's pulse-pounding action and non-stop twists and turns and high-octane adventures. A fast paced, dark, twisted and thrilling read. An unputdownable and addictive read. Hang on to your kindle and brace yourself for a rollercoaster ride. Immerse yourself in a world of dark desires and vengeance. This is Angelo and Claudia story which is told from a dual point of view.
A dark mafia romance, billionaire romance, touch-her-and-die romance, organize crime story, contemporary romance, new adult & college romance, enemies-to-lovers romance, hate-to-love vibes story, fake romance story, he-falls-first story, forced proximity romance, lust-at-first-sight story, insta-love romance, insta-everything story, age gap trope story with lies, deception, pawn, deep dark hidden secrets, drama, threats, emotions, passion, enemies, rivalry, tension, anger, angst, drama, revenge, retaliation, betrayal, revelations, betrayal, pain, hurt, fear, twists and turns, mystery, surprises, danger, darkness, mob war, madness, action packed, alliances, spice, attacks, possessiveness, obsession, jealousy, family backstabbing, double-cross, guilt, attempted murder, human trafficking, drug use, traitor, murder, chaos, bloodshed, family issues, survival, dominance, submission, dirty talking, praises, consensual intense rough sex, rivalry, treachery, spanking, drug use, emotional, mental and psychological abuse, debauchery and love.
Angelo Bianco is the youngest guy sibling in the Bianco Mafia Crime Family. He has spent the last five years of his life in prison for a crime he did not do because of his old crew. Angelo over zealous childhood best friend Tommy convinced the rest of the crew into backstabbing Angelo because he was greedy and ambitious. He no longer want to take orders from Angelo and wanted to run his own empire. Tommy hated Angelo because he was born into wealth and planned his murder with the rest of the crew and the Bianco rivals the Serbian. Angelo spent five years thinking about nothing but his revenge against the people who wronged him. He didn't know which one of his guys were responsible for the betrayal and who benefitted from his fall all he knew that they all had to pay with their life. A hour after his release he wanted to send a message to his old crew. He went to Paulie Conti house and murdered him. He knew that his death would go back to the others and he was counting on it. He realized that everything has changed in years that he has been away Tommy was running his club Cage that he had built from the ground with his two hands everything has changed and everyone has moved on with their lives and his three old guys was Vito, Roc and Paulie was left behind while Tommy rode to the top with the Russians and Serbians and pulling in a lot of money for the Bianco's.
His brother Simon is now the current Don and he doesn't want to give him back his club nor does he want him to seek revenge. He wants him to forget it and move on with his life but Angelo can not do that. When Angelo went to the club he was instantly drawn to Claudia who's a cage dancer. Claudia hates the club and doesn't want any part of the lifestyle. She only works there to be closer to her younger sister Serena who's Tommy's girlfriend and a drug addict. Claudia knows that if she leaves she will never see her sister again and lose her. She wants to save her from Tommy and gets her into rehab. Angelo wants to take down Tommy but before he does that he wants to know what he has going on at the club he knows that he up to no good. They united together over one common goal which is take Tommy down. He makes a deal with her where she would get information on what Tommy is doing around the club and in exchange he would get her sister from under Tommy's clutches and pay for her to go into rehab. In working together the two developed a serious attraction for each other even though they fight the unwanted feelings that is growing between them.
Angelo can not afford the distraction that a relationship would bring. But their chemistry is magnetic and started a relationship. They can't stop thinking about each other to the point of distraction. Claudia is beautiful, sassy, challenging, fierce and a little five foot spitfire of a woman. Angelo keeps fighting his feelings but when his sister Laura tells him that he should go for it because he deserves happiness he went after her aggressively. Angelo couldn't stay away from her. Angelo started picking off his crew one by one leaving Tommy. Claudia risk herself to get Angelo what he needed proving his hunch right about Tommy. He convinced her to go with him to talk to the Don to tell him what she knew because his brother would not believe him. They developed feelings to the point where Claudia wanted to leave her sister alone. Because for the first time she wanted to put herself first because she found someone who cares a lot.
Angelo was so obsessed that it didn't took him long to ask her to move in with him on the Oasis compound. Claudia was so taken by his house and have never seen something so nice she agreed plus it was better than her shitty apartment. Claudia fit good into the Bianco family. Angelo, Davide their guys and Seamus Quinn and his helped to stop and take down Tommy. Angelo was also able to get save Serena and puts her in and rehab thus keeping his promise to Claudia. The two got married and Angelo got back his club and an apology from his Don for not giving it back to him after he came home from prison.

I received an advanced copy of this book via Booksprout and I am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Sandy S · Rating 4 out of 5]

CAGED BLISS is the fourth instalment in BB Hamel’s contemporary, adult BIANCO CRIME FAMILY erotic, Mafia romance series. This is youngest Bianco son Angelo, and dancer Claudia’s story line. CAGED BLISS can be read as a stand alone without any difficulty. Any important information from the previous story lines is revealed where necessary.

NOTE: Due to the nature of the story line premise, there may be triggers for more sensitive readers.

Told from dual first person perspectives (Claudia and Angelo) CAGED BLISS follows the building romance and relationship between our story line couple. Angelo Bianco spent the last five years in prison, and upon his release was seeking revenge against those he blames but his biggest surprise is the family owned Club Cage, once Angelo’s pride and joy. No longer in control, Angelo continues to hunt those who refused to stand by his side, never expecting to meet and fall for dancer Claudia. Claudia works at Club Cage in an effort to protect and keep an eye on her sister, a young woman who has is currently controlled by the man in charge. Falling for Angelo was never on the horizon but Claudia found herself protecting a man who was capable of protecting himself. What ensues is the building romance and relationship between Claudia and Angelo, and the potential fall-out as the men who Angelo are hunting, are determined to take down our story line hero.

The world building focuses on Angelo’s hunt for the people he suspected were betrayers.Five years in prison, and everything about his previous life was in ruins, and the lack of support from his brothers left Angelo wondering where he belonged.

The relationship between Angelo and Claudia is one of immediate attraction but Angelo needs Claudia’s access to Club Cage, and Claudia is desperate for help in return. As the relationship begins to develop, Claudia wonders if their time together part of Angelo’s game. The $ex scenes are intimate and provocative.

All of the previous couples return as well as Angelo’s mother Freddie, and the introduction of Claudia’s struggling sister Serena.

CAGED BLISS is a story of secrets and lies, betrayal and vengeance, power and control, family and friendships, acceptance and love. The fast paced premise is edgy and tragic; the romance is seductive; the characters are desperate and dynamic.


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[Dee · Rating 5 out of 5]

I will say hang on and you might want to make sure to double check that you are buckled up, dangerous men, alpha’s personified, possessive, oh, gorgeous, brooding all the makings of a story consisting with three D’s (dark, delicious, and dirty) 😊. There will be suspense, betrayal, death, darkness, secrets reveled, violence, hope, forgiveness, and maybe even love along the way! Angelo isn’t a man you want on your radar he is dangerous, ruthless on a good day, deadly every day, extremely angry after spending the last five years in prison once released finds out his club has been taken over by the family getting the run around basically he no longer controls anything and deciding to focus on revenge on those who set him up sending him to prison but along that path he meets one of the dancer. Claudia is sweet with a touch of spice a thick skin to work at the cage, but she is mainly there to protect and keep an eye on her sister who is currently controlled by the man in charge of the club. She meets the previous owner or the man who ran the club instant attraction the magnetic pull can’t be ignored neither of them planned on anything but yet that pull continues to grow stronger but the men who put him in prison aren’t going to let the controls so coming after him is their only option but will things go as planned, will he figure out who set him up, will he be able to keep his girl safe, will they get his sister out of the crosshairs, will he gain control of his club, and where are they headed maybe happiness?

[CM · Rating 4 out of 5]

Angelo & Claudia
This is my first series by BB Hamel. I very much have enjoyed the series however, this last book was not my favorite. The overlapping storyline ended in book 3, and this book had its own storyline. I really enjoyed seeing all the supporting characters throughout the series, but felt that they were mostly absent in this book. I also feel that the family’s response to his revenge was uncharacteristic. After experiencing the family throughout the other three books, I would have felt that they would’ve tried to get revenge five years ago when he was sent to prison. Not only did they keep telling him to drop it, but the person who coordinated his downfall was rewarded and given his club. I understand how he felt abandoned by his family because that’s how I felt reading this book. The relationship between Angelo and Claudia was great except I would’ve liked to have seen more of a building of a emotional relationship instead of just physical relationship. It was an extremely fast-paced relationship, which I don’t mind, but I would’ve liked to seen more of the relationship building. They both did dumb things during the story. He’s supposed to be a big tough mafia guy, but yet he gets the jump on him three times. And she keeps saying she wants to go back and work at the club even though she’s been warned that it’s too dangerous for her. Overall, it was a great read, but it really didn’t fit in this series.

[Leslie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fast Paced Mafia Romance
Angelo Bianco has lost five years of his life while he was in prison. Now he is out for revenge against those that put him there. He does not expect to meet Claudia his first night back to the Club Cage. He is intrigued and ready to make a deal with her. Claudia just wants to save her sister from the current boss of Club Cage, however, she is instantly shocked by how attractive she finds Angelo. She sees hundreds of men every night and they mostly slide past her like water, but this guy has something else about him, something that draws her in and holds her tight. Something strange begins to form between them. Not a relationship, but not friends either and not really business associates. Something else, a category without a definition yet and it scares Claudia while Angelo is determined to hold on tight.
B.B. Hamel has written another fast paced dark steamy mafia romance that is captivating with its elements of danger and suspense. Angelo is not at all what I expected him to be and Claudia is a perfect match for him. Their story can be read as a stand alone, but the Bianco Crime Family is so intriguing I could not imagine not reading about each of the siblings although Angelo may now be one of my favorites. Looking forward to the illusive Laura Bianco’s story next.
I voluntarily read an early copy of this book.

[Dora · Rating 5 out of 5]

Behind bars, Angelo Bianco had had plenty of time to plan his revenge and take back what he considered his. But his time away had taken its toll and things weren't as easy as they once were. A lot had changed and even a woman was affecting his judgment. Claudia had been practically sacrificing her life for her sister and now she was in a risky situation that made her fearful and at the same time stimulated her senses. The attraction to Angelo Blanco made her doubtful and it seemed like he was taking control of her life, but would she allow it or fight her desires? How intense and dangerous this Bianco turned out to be. His desire for revenge and the attraction to Claudia didn't let him see the bigger picture. He kept me on tenterhooks expecting the worst at every moment. I didn't have time to get bored. These mobster stories are full of internal conflicts with intense scenes of action, violence, passion and suspense, just the way I like them, and they entertain me with the interesting and sometimes enigmatic characters. I'm looking forward to Laura's story because this girl has really intrigued me since the first Bianco’s story.

[Ms. Shawn · Rating 5 out of 5]

Angelo Bianco just spent five years in prison. He needs to know who set him up. His main crew members were Tommy Fiore, who has been running Cage, the club that Angelo built in Chicago, Paulie, Rox and Vito. Angelo wants revenge on whoever set him up. His brother, Simon, who is the Don of the Bianco Famiglia, wants Angelo to calm down and wait on revenge.

Claudia has been working as a dancer at Cage for the last year. Her younger sister, Selena, is Tommy’s girl and is always high. When their parents both died, they ended up at their uncle’s house. He fed them, clothed them and made sure they went to school, but he was not much of an actual parent to the girls. Claudia needs this job to stay close to Selena. Claudia wants to be available when her sister wants to leave Tommy. Tommy is constantly putting Claudia into the big cage to dance for the men at the club. Today, he summons Claudia to come to his private room to serve drinks to a special guest. That special guest is Angelo Bianco.

I was waiting for Angelo’s story and I was not disappointed.

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

[Rosemary · Rating 5 out of 5]

Throughout the stories involving the Bianco Family, we have been briefly introduced to Angelo as the youngest of the family and the one who is incarcerated. Well, this story shows it's time for Angelo's release from prison and this is his story as we see if he can find a place back within his family both personally and as part of the Bianco Mafia. Angelo seems set on revenging those who were responsible for him landing in prison but when he meets the dancer, Claudia at Club Cage which he created from the ground up, he finds himself caught between his revenge and his need to keep her safe. I was surprised at the conflict between Simon in his position as Don and Angelo since they are still brothers. It's almost as if Angelo feels he is being put to a test to see if he still has a place within the two families. We are privileged to see more glimpses of his sister Laura who seems to be the closest to Angelo and I cannot wait to read her story next which might be a spinoff series. Whatever man (or woman?) who capture's Laura's heart will definitely have their work cut out for them and I personally can't wait!

[Whitney · Rating 4 out of 5]

I’m bought into the Bianco family

This was the first book I’ve read in this series. It seemed to do a great job of summarizing what was imperative from the priors.

The point of view as Angelo reemerged into society from Prison really made you feel like you were going through the motions with him. He hits the pavement with the agenda for revenge strong.

Claudia is a devoted sister in throws of watching her family struggle with their addictions and the dilemmas are painted to perfection as you feel her conflicts.

The sparks fly with Angelo and Claudia and you can’t not cheer them on as a couple. He’s the protector she deserves and offers some reprieve of having someone in her corner. Their mutual goal units them early on.

I personally believe down to the grilled cheese moment these two are calculated and prepared for anything. I truly laughed out loud when the grilled cheese gets brought up.

Caged was a great read you can pick up without having to read the prior books and it keeps you engaged throughout.

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

[Korkoi · Rating 5 out of 5]

Two Heads Are Better Than One -
Angelo had a plan in mind when he was released from prison, but Claudia inadvertently became part of the plan from the moment he laid eyes on her and realised her disdain for one of his traitors. Even though their relationship was meant to be only business, working closely together heightened the sexual tension between them, which led to many steamy encounters. Unfortunately, their lives were in constant turmoil, as Angelo continued to execute his plan, which put their lives in constant danger.

Fortunately, Angelo was able to not only get his life back on track with the help of his family, but he was also able to get the happily ever after with Claudia he didn’t know he wanted. OMG! This story took me on one heck of a ride with unpredictable emotional moments, but left me feeling like I wanted more. B. B. Hamel stories are always fantastic and addictive, and this one definitely didn’t disappoint. I am now looking forward to reading Laura’s story.

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

[Judy · Rating 4 out of 5]

What a great addition to the Bianco Saga where we finally meet and discover who Angelo is after his 5 years in prison and the revenge he seeks. Unexpectedly he runs right into a waitress, Claudia at his nightclub, Club Cage as he has a meeting with his former 2nd hand man, Tommy who now runs the club HIS way! Claudia is only working there to keep her sister safe and hopefully to remover her from the drugs and controlling boyfriend, Tommy who holds all the power with the backing of the Bianco family. Angelo deals with those who wronged him one by one as the old crew becomes aware to the danger it intensifies and Claudia becomes entangled in the revenge. Both Claudia and Angelo become partners to having intimate time at the club to full on relationship where Claudia has helped or saves Angelo when danger comes his way. Claudia holds true to getting her sister out that once the stakes become too high for the Bianco family will Angelo do right by his brother the Don or Claudia? I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Debbie Lyon · Rating 5 out of 5]

Hot-Dark!

Great mafia story! Angelo gets out of prison after five years and out to get his life back before he got thrown in prison. While he was in prison he thought who put him there because he knows he was double cross and,loss five years of his life and now its time to take it back. First he goes after the five guys and let's them find the after life but when he goes back in the club he owns he comes across Claudia,she is a dancer,waitress. She doesn't realizes that he is the boss and is very rude at him and now she is afraid she will lose her job,the job she hates but she is only there to protect her sister who is on drugs,mix-up with person who is running the club! Angelo knows there is something shady going on in the club and he tryst to get Claudia to help him but she afraid that something might happen to her sister if she does,but finally she decides she has had enough and helps Angelo, he almost losses his life twice but his plan does succeed. This story is hot,dense,and juicy or spicy and I really enjoyed it and hope there is more to come!

[Michele · Rating 5 out of 5]

It was a sleepless night as I read this book in to the wee hours!
I was eager to read Angelo’s story as he was seemingly forgotten for the five years he did in prison. I loved his first encounter with his sister and how he starts on his road to revenge. Claudia is the perfect female protagonist who works at a job to be close to her sister who is dating the sleaze manager of the club. Yet when Angelo and Claudia meet, the attraction is undeniable and it may just be the spark to bring Angelo back to life. The deal made between the two is for the benefit of them both, but the consequences will be life changing. I wanted to “Gibb-slap” Angelo’s brother, the don for his treatment of his brother. When push comes to shove, will Angelo have the support of his family to right the wrong done to him? You have to read to find out and don’t expect to put the book down until you turn the last page!

[lf · Rating 5 out of 5]

She may find herself in a cage but she is determined to unlock it

Caged Bliss is the fourth book in the Bianco Crime Family series. This story is about Claudia and Angelo. She is a dancer at one of the family clubs. She does not want to do this but she will do anything for her sister. Claudia is a fierce protector of her sister and family, she is strong, determined, smart, brave, can hold her own and give it back when she needs to stand up for herself. He is the brother who we have not met yet, as he has been in prison for the last five years. But now that he is released he has a plan that does not include a beautiful young woman who he cannot stop thinking about. When these two meet it is a chemical reaction. It may not be rainbows and unicorns, but they have their own journey that finds them on the same path.
I loved this story. It is compelling, engaging, dramatic, filthy dirty passionate, and a lot more.

[Kathi · Rating 5 out of 5]

Bianco Brother Angelo is Out of Jail!!!!

All the other sibling stories refer to Angelo in jail. We know very little about him. That’s all about to change!

Five years. Life and family has passed him by. Simon was the heir and Davide was the warrior, so his place was always one he had to find his own way on. This was fabulous!

Our heroine is in a similar yet different struggle. Claudia is staying close to her sister Serena, who has fallen under the spell of drugs and partying. Claudia works a crap job to be close by in case she can get her sister away. Enter Angelo.

Having a mission, retribution, survival, and now romance. These two are amazing together, and bring a new purpose to each other. Fascinating, gritty and not-to-be-missed!

***** I am voluntarily leaving my honest review of this book *****

[CherylB · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the fourth book in the Bianco Crime family series. It features Angelo Bianco, the youngest son. He has been in prison for the last 5 years. When he gets out he is on a revenge mission. He wants to know who in his crew set him up. In the process he meets Claudia. She is dancing and waitressing in his former club. She is there to keep an eye on and help her sister, Serena. Serena has become the manager’s girlfriend. He keeps her addicted and dependent. Claudia hopes that one day she can get her free and clean. At first Angelo plans to use Claudia to get information on Tommy. But soon the electricity between them changes his plans. Oh, he still wants his revenge but he also wants Caludia. This book is full of passion and suspense. It is a fast paced and compelling read. I can hardly wait to see what happens to the last Bianco.

[Tiffany Hannick · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is part of the Bianco crime family series. Angelo is finally out of prison after five years and is ready to find out who in his crew set him up. Is there a snake in the Bianco family? Claudia has been working at club Cage since her sister started dating the boss and got into some bad stuff. Claudia is intent on watching over her sister and trying to help her get out of the messed up life she has found herself in. Angelo used to be in charge of Cage and wants to take it back. He meets Claudia on his first night there. Cage is the place where their story starts. What happens is intense and emotional as Angelo fights to find his place in the family after so long away and Claudia fights for her sister.

[J.p · Rating 5 out of 5]

We finally get to know Angelo after seeing little snippets of him in his siblings stories. On behalf of the Bianco family name Angelo has served 5 yrs in prison but feeling he had been set up he’s out for revenge. In the middle of all this he meets Claudia in a club as a cage dancer. Claudia never expected that dancing in a club would be her life but helping her sister is her priority so needs must. When these two meet it’s instant attraction and their journey to a hea is full of drama, danger and steam. Angelo is dangerous, mysterious and a dirty talker so obvs I liked him. Claudia is a great FMC, so likeable, endearing and strong and together they are fire. A great addition to the Bianco mafia series.

[Kerry Boulanger · Rating 5 out of 5]

Since the introduction to the Bianco family I have been waiting for Angelo’s story and I was not disappointed! Angelo is pure muscle thanks to being in prison for 5 years. Now that he’s out, he’s out to get revenge on the men in his crew that betrayed him. During his plan for vengeance he meets Claudia. Claudia is only working at Cage (a risqué club) to stay close to her sister who got involved with the wrong guy, who happens to be the main subject for Angelo's revenge. Angelo enlists Claudia’s help and together they discover a passion and love like no other. Angelo is trying to find his place in the family and he finds his place with Claudia by his side. Action, steam, drama, bloody betrayals and a happily ever after. Loved it!

[The Bou · Rating 3 out of 5]

I know BB Hamel is a proficient mafia author but I have never tried her before, mainly because most of the books have the pregnancy trope and I am not a huge fan of it. However, when I read the blurb of this on I was interested.
It’s a basic mafia story with all you need in it.
If I found the FMC interesting and rather strong, I found Angelo to be quite weak… basically his former crew of losers stabbed him in the back, and he went to jail because of it, his own brother won’t give him back his club… he got ambushed multiple times… He basically has zero power or charisma.
It’s a insta lust quickly turn love btw the two.
Luckily they don’t make silly decisions
There are some actions and some steam but for some reason I was not invested in the whole story.
Angelo was not OTT
Claudia was no virgin
It’s a rather safe read

[Anni Barkla · Rating 4 out of 5]

Angelo Bianco, after 5 years, he’s out of jail & ready to seek out those who put him there.

I love the Bianco famiglia, their “oasis” and their better halves: in this case it’s Claudia that catches Angelo’s interest and together they are 🔥. This book had a lot of sex ( well Angelo had 5 years to catch up on!) and quite a lot hunting down to do. I enjoyed how the family made cameo visits in this story, however it was predominantly about Angelo and his thirst for revenge. This was a sweet, slightly dark read with all the feels, & a HEA. I’m hanging by a thread for Laura’s story, she’s the youngest Bianco, & the darkest horse of the siblings. I can’t wait! Thanks for another great read B.B Hamel! 🤩.

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

[Coastie Mom · Rating 5 out of 5]

Claudia will do anything to stay close to her sister – even work in a club dancing in a cage to protect her. Angelo is fresh out of prison and out for revenge against those who set him up. This is his main goal and has no plans on letting anyone in his family stop him. When he sees Claudia, something in him changes and he is really taken by her, but can he let his feelings get in the way?

Working together to take down Tommy, Claudia and Angelo grow closer, but hit a few bumps in the road. Can Claudia really trust Angelo to help her and will Claudia be able to save her sister?

Betrayal, secrets, and truths come out. Revenge is sweet and chemistry wins out. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Grinning Cat · Rating 5 out of 5]

Cat’s Stats
MMC/FMC- Angelo and Claudia
Genre- Mafia Romance
Length- novel
Heat- 🌋🌋🌋☄️ (1🌋=2☄️)
Series? Y
Safety? Y
Triggers- language, violence, explicit erotic content, betrayal, substance abuse.
Tropes- Dysfunctional Family FTW, Do-Si-Do with the Mafioso, Ex-Convict, Vengeance Is Mine, You Scratch My Back I’ll Scratch Yours, Workplace Romance.
Mewsings
What I liked- I liked both Claudia and Angelo, and thought that them teaming up to bring down Tommy was a clever plot premise. And the world building is great.
What I didn’t- I thought that Simon was a bit shortsighted.

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

[M · Rating 5 out of 5]

Revenge 4 ½ stars - After his prison release, Angelo is hell bent on revenge. He set out to discover who betrayed him. The book is also about his struggle to find his place in his family. The club that he created is being managed by one of his former crew but that is where he met Claudia who he enlisted to his cause. Claudia has her own reason for being in the club and he found an ally in Angelo. But that's not the only thing they found in each other. The story has a lot of violence. Angelo’s emotions feel raw and you can feel his anger. Claudia showed a lot of frustration and fear but you can also see her determination to get her sister out. Story has a lot of steamy encounters too. I received an advanced copy and voluntarily chose to review it.

[Jeanne · Rating 4 out of 5]

On Angelo’s release from prison, his first order of business is revenge on the “friends” that put him there. Claudia starts as a convenient person in his club to have gather information for him, but that only lasts about a minute. I was really disappointed in Simon leaving Tommy in charge once Angelo was home. Claudia spent a long time doing what a lot of people who love addicts do—try to fix them. It takes quite a while for her to figure out she can’t. I really liked how it ended. And I look forward to Laura being brought out more.

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