I never imagined that an alluring thief would turn my carefully constructed world upside down. Or that I would like it.
Nova I’m no thief with a heart of gold. I steal from the rich and give to myself to make ends meet. One day I’ll have enough to get the hell out of New Orleans to start fresh, away from the memories of everything I’ve lost. I should have known the first time I laid eyes on the dark-haired man in a custom suit, he was more than just another mark. But I didn’t. I should have walked away that night and never thought about him again. But I didn’t. When I discovered he has ties to the one person I hate for taking everything from me, maybe I shouldn’t have run. But I did.
Cillian Our enemies are six feet under, and Boston is ours. At least that’s what we thought. A rival organization has decided to pick up where they left off, and I refuse to watch it happen again. They think our rules don’t apply to them. They’re dead wrong. Now, I’m in New Orleans to find them, and cut them off at the knees. Everything is going according to plan. Until I stumble into a stunning pickpocket whose smart mouth and quick wit charms me from the moment she opens her red-painted lips. I should have left that night and never given her a second thought. But I didn’t. I should have put her captivating green eyes out of my mind and focused on taking down another deadly criminal organization. But I didn’t. Then she ran, and I told myself I’d never see her again. But I did. When she crashes back into my life, I should walk away. But I can’t. They found her. They know who she is.
And now they’ll pay for ever thinking they can touch what’s mine.
Kate is a lover of all things books. It doesn’t matter what genre, as long as there’s a HEA, she’s in. She started reading romance in high school and would hide novels in textbooks to read during class. Becoming an author was always a dream she had and finally decided to put pen to paper (or finger to keyboard) and write what she loves. She grew up in the beautiful Upper Peninsula of Michigan then became a West Coast girl where she lives with her amazing husband and hilarious son. She would love to hear from readers so check out all her socials and sign up for her newsletter so she can keep you up to date on her books and whatever other ramblings come to mind.
My first introduction to Kate Randall has been with Cillian and Nova. I’m definitely hopping on at the tail end of this Boston Syndicate.
I understand the Boston association based on Cillian’s affiliation. I was pleased with the elements of New Orleans that were incorporated and not overly exhausted for the purpose of driving home the location.
“‘I’m just a businessman here until tomorrow who didn’t want to sit in my room. The tattoos are from a life lived that’s long since passed.’ If three hours is long.”
Nova, a shifting chameleon in her own way, fits together with Cillian like a piece of the puzzle neither realized they were missing.
“I’ve always believed like recognizes like, and there’s a certain unexplainable camaraderie I’m feeling right now. It’s….weird if I’m being honest with myself.”
Nova and Cillian were a great gateway for me to be pulled into the universe Kate has crafted and intertwined together. I was left intrigued to peel back more of the stories belonging to the supporting characters.
I received a free copy of this book from Kate Randall. I am voluntarily leaving a review. All opinions are my own.
Cillian is book 4 in the Boston Syndicate series. This can be read separately but to truly enjoy the story please start with book 1- Finn. Once again Kate gives a fantastic book with fantastic characters and now i have 4 book boyfriends that are perfect, I absolutely enjoyed this book as well as the entire series. The chemistry and the banter between our leads was top notch. It had me at the edge of my seat the entire ride. I think Nova and Cillian brought out the best in each other. Please check TW as some topics are sensitive. Please give it a read you won't be disappointed with this series!
Cillian and Nova's romance is heart stopping, breath stealing, send your temperature soaring tale that certainly brought this series to the end on a high note. Action, twists, drama, emotion, steam and intensity had me feeling like I was dancing right on the edge and hanging on every single word.
Kate has done it again!!! I love this book!! I swear the battle now is which man of hers I love most!!! I love that although these are standalones, they’re interconnected to both the Black Roses MC club, and the Boston Syndicate series! We see so many characters we’ve met before and I’m obsessed with it! But Cillian and Nova!!!! They are HOTTTTTTT!!! I never wanted this book to end! I want to read about these two forever!! The chemistry these two have is insane and I’m here for it 10000%. Definitely can’t wait to see what Kate comes out with next!
5* Cillian meets Nova when she decides he's her target tonight. When Cillian discovers his wallet has gone he's quick to find Nova. The chemistry between them is instant and her need for adventure awaken a part of him. Another great addition to the series.
Thank you Kate Randall and The Next Step PR for giving me the opportunity to read the ARC for Cillian. This book is one of my most anticipated reads of 2025, and I'm excited to jump into this epic conclusion! 💚
Cillian and Finn's bromance what a treat!
I just knew Cillian would be the undercover super freak of this series. And boy he didn't disappoint with all his dirty talk. The spicy scene that took place overlooking New Orleans 😏 oh my!
Not going to lie I thought Cillian going a long with Nova's thieving ways was wild. And the whole time I was waiting for the book to tell me I was being punked and it was all a dream 🤣.
When I figured out the plot twist, I immediately took a minute to have a good scream. An epic OMG moment, and I said to myself Kate Randall is a freaking genius!
I loved Harper, such a voice of reason. I'm glad Nova had a friend like her. Allowing her to see her unfortunate situation from a different prospective. Two therapist's thumbs up! “Thank God because I was not about to cosign that load of garbage.” I mean she was literally iconic!
Cillian was a great conclusion to The Boston Syndicate series. I loved all the cameos and reading Cillian and Nova fall in love. The story was humorous, bittersweet and unique. I read it in a little under 24 hours, I did not want to put it down. And found myself reading in-between my therapy patients.
The ending and epilogue was great way to end an amazing series. And I can't wait to see how these characters continue to play out in other Kate Randall books.
“It is. Figured I’d hold onto it if I was ever in a position to nail down the little thief who stole my heart right after she stole my wallet.” 😭😭😭
Nova will do anything to make ends meet she is a pick pocketer, she wants a better life. Cillian is in a bar than staying in his hotel room it's all work work . he only there as he flew in to find information on the Italians. he starts talking to this sassy woman when she goes, he notices his wallet gone its Nova and he follows her there a lot of chemistry there but its only one night together he leaves. but they do see each over again and this is how their story starts; Nova is a firecracker but with a lot of emotions over the death of her brother she can't forgive say no more it's an amazing read so recommend this series.
I really liked this book - I have not read the first 3 books in this series but I will go back and read those as well. Cillian and Nova have an amazing connection and I loved watching them grow with each other. The cast of characters that are basically family despite not being related by blood are entertaining as well. Great world building! Definitely recommend giving this one a read.
Cillian is the fourth installment in The Boston Syndicate Series of interconnected standalones and can be read on its own, but for a better picture of this universe, I would suggest to start with book #1, Finn.
Let me start by saying that I had a blast with Cillian and Nova, from their inconventional meet cute that was somewhat bizarre and, specially, how entertained Cillian became by the whole shenanigan. It takes one to know one and, by giving chase, Cillian would seal his future and Nova's, because no matter how big the universe is, these two strangers happened to gravitate in the same exact orbit.
Cillian is the silent partner, the gray man, reserved, letal and efficient, part of the Monaghan clan not by blood, but fierce loyalty and respect, a brother from another mother that finds himself in NOLA to secure business info, but ends up finding something else. He was told to relax and live a little and so did he, more than he would've thought.
Nova has a plan, she just needs the big bucks to skip NOLA for something calmer with an ocean view. Living on the edge due to her occupational hazard, she had a feeling the gray eyed man in a suit at a bar might represent a high risk, but she went for the reward and the thrill to con a very attractive men. It couldn't always be hard work, right?
The obvious differences between our protagonists are greatly overcome by their similarities concerning their lawless jobs, unavailability to commit and the plans for the future that places them in completely opposite spheres and, for all they shouldn't have done, they went and did it anyway, because it felt uncharacteristically good and meant to be.
Praise to the author for bringing new characters and essential cameos to the plot, making a great twist the big twist of fate and placing Nova and Cillian in the same convoluted atmosphere, one already brewing since their second encounter back in NOLA.
The word of command is total anihilation to secure total protection, care and peace. I loved to see Nova understanding the past and finding a family she had been resolute to avoid and resent, one always on her side and her internal turmoil while grabbed to a dream she felt no longer her own. The one was in a city with harsh winters and gray skyes just like men itself. Would they be able to neet halfway? They certainly would and it was beautiful to see and experience the reconnection of their minds, bodies and souls! A terrific couple in a captivating tale of peril, mystery, love and kismet!
The twists and turns that this story took were so freaking good that I couldn't stop reading. If there is one thing that Kate Randall is going to give us is a tough as shit FMC that is not going to take anything the MMC does with out a fight.
Cillian and Nova were made for each other! The way they pushed each other in such a way that made them grow even if they didn't want to was done so well. I can't believe she convinced him to do that game that they did. The fact that so much of the book was really centered around the 2 of them with not that much coming from the others of the series was really good to see because it really let them shine they way that they needed so we got to learn about them. Cillian has been such an integral part of the series but he was always such a background character so we never had much of a chance of learning who he is or what his backstory was. Getting to learn all of that really helped with developing his character
Nova is such a spitfire but such a multifaceted character at the same time. She was definitely that person that you want to shake but hug so hard at the same time. The development of her character was done in such meticulous that it made you sympathetic towards her instead of rolling your eyes maybe and giving up on her. It was understandable why she protected herself and Harper they way she did.
Also the spice...A1. *chefs kiss* I am a sucker for a moment in front of a window over looking a big city.
I can't believe this series is coming to end but it is going out in such a good way. I hope that this is not the last we are going to see of these characters especially since there is a Knox book being written but with the way the end of the book sounded...is there more? If so I can't wait because I am absolutely attached to this world and characters and want more.
Thank you to Kate Randall and TheNextStepPR for allowing my to read an ARC for my honest review.
Cillian is the fourth and last (I believe) installment in The Boston Syndicate series by Kate Randall. It is most definitely recommended to read the series in order before meeting Cillian, there are too many characters in previous books that play a big part to walk in without having read. Check the trigger warnings as well; this is a mafia style romance and we all know what that can bring.
First and foremost; the dirty talk in the book is top shelf, chefs 💋, mawa! We have met Cillian in previous books, and the little we did get, I’m not surprised at the man. Walking sexy time on two legs that is for sure. 😏
Nova is a wild child, and a thief to boot, she doesn’t let anything stop her from getting what she wants. The rich have too much, and she doesn’t so what does a little pickpocketing hurt? When one wallet changes everything and brings Cillian to her door, little does she know that her life is never going to be the same.
To say this book was wild and spicy would not do it justice! Cillian going along with the wild ride that is Nova was pure genius. They complement each other so well and the spicy bits *fans myself a little* Whew! They were fantastic! Cillian is top notch at his little kinky thing. Now don’t get it wrong, all this is true, but there are still plenty of hardcore moments that had me stopping for a moment. Mafia is mafia, and mafia is intense.
Kudos to Ms. Kate, Cillian was a great way to kick off 2025 and I really look forward to seeing what comes next.
This is the 4th story in Boston Syndicate Series where we find Cillian on a business trip in New Orleans going out in town instead staying in his hotel room. When he comes across a beautiful woman they have a drink only for her to pick his wallet and once Cillian realizes he takes off after her uncovering her scheme. Nova is shocked to see Cillian after she’s removed her disguise and end up having a nice evening with Cillian dropping her off with a kiss. Months later Nova sends Cillian a text full of banter only to have him reply that he’s in town and boy when these two spend the evening together do they get up to one steamy night! Cillian finds himself enjoying the unknown with Nova and when things get complicated over a heist Nova wants to pursue Cillian jumps in to plan out the details and help with the heist. Once Nova discovers Cillian knows the Black Roses MC she runs and disappears. Cillian can’t believe it and sulks home to Boston never wanting to return to New Orleans again. When an enemy of the family has plans to ship woman through the docks Cillian and friends do what is necessary to stop it. When Nova shares what happened to her brother Cillian realizes more about Nova and does what is necessary to port her at all cost! These two head strong individuals fight their attraction after being hurt to the point of being miserable what will it take to open their hearts? This is an amazing Series with characters you feel a part of throughout and wish their story never ended!
Nova was a wonderful character that has a chip on her shoulder when it comes to Cillian's world and friends. However, he has no idea what is going on with her and finds her to be an unexpected surprise to his life, until things take a turn.
Nova is a strong, independent, sassy young woman that has built a life for herself in New Orleans, she may not have typical job, but it keeps a roof over her head and food and clothing for her. When she takes from someone that could end her, her life takes a turn and then when danger knocks on her best-friends door, it really hits a wall.
Cillian is not a man to deceive, or steal from. He's the second in command of the Irish mafia in Boston. When his work takes him to New Orleans he deviates from his normal routine and finds something very unexpected and refreshing, but then his world is turned upside down.
I loved this story and as has been the case with the other books in this series, I loved the characters. This story intertwined with the Black Roses MC and the Boston Syndicate and it was a great read. I loved the page turning action, suspense, and the wonderful characters in the story. I look forward to more from Kate Randall in the future.
Cillian is book four of The Boston Syndicate mafia series and I’ve had the pleasure of reading this whole series and have absolutely loved them. This one I think was the most fun of the series because we have Cillian, lieutenant of the Monaghan crime family and Nova, the New Orleans petty crime wallet thief who picked the pocket of the wrong man. I love when she ran off and he was able to find her how they made a competition of stealing tourists wallets by having a little race. Two criminals found a soulmate in each other unexpectedly. The chemistry between the two of them is off the charts and it lead to some very steamy scenes. They team up to pull off a major jewelry heist and it was a very Bonnie and Clyde moment. Unfortunately misunderstanding and not communicating hurts this partnership and Nova does what she does best and run. She finds herself in a very dangerous situation and she never thought her savior would be Cillian but there he was to save her life. Not sure if this is the last book for this series I believe it is so I’m glad Cillian was the one to end it because he is just perfect and I love the two of them together.
This is the fourth book in this phenomenal series, and this is Cillian and Nova’s story. Cillian is in New Orleans to find a rival organization, when he crosses paths with Nova, when she pickpockets his wallet. Nova steals from the rich to make ends meet for herself, and it does not take long before Cillian catches up with her. This is a well written easy to read, action packed, emotional roller coaster, with found family, friendships, secrets, trust issues, miscommunication, mystery, intrigue, humor, witty banter, touch her and die vibes, undeniable chemistry, twists, and love, which leads to an entertaining, spicy, tragic, and unpredictable page turner. I look forward to reading more from this talented author whose work I highly recommend.
I'm so sad this is the last book in the series! I really have enjoyed the trip! Being an hour outside of Boston, it's fun to read about places you know!
Cillian, and each of the others in the series are high intensity! Full of "right on the money" dialogue! Characters that are so well fleshed, you feel you know them!
This was an action-packed, emotional journey for this reader!
If you're ready for the end, and to see if Cillian and Nova will reach an HEA, don't wait!
I loved each and every minute!
This series was my introduction to Ms. Randall, and I can tell you she's on my Follow List!
Cillian is the fourth book in The Boston Syndicate mafia romance series and tells the story of Cillian and Nova. Cillian's story is as fun as all the other books. There is romance, entertaining banter, and plenty of action. All the familiar characters make an appearance as the Boston Syndicate world is expanded more to include adventures in New Orleans, and it turns out Nova has a connection to other books in the same universe. I love the way that all the books are interconnected with another series. This makes the world more realistic and interesting. This book is a 5-star adventure with plenty of spice!
This was one of the most memorable meet-cutes ever! Cillian falls victim to Nova during one of her pickpocket attempts. Instead of getting angry, he becomes intrigued.
Despite Cillian being based in Boston while Nova is in New Orleans, he keeps returning again and again; not just for his “work” but soon he realises, it is for her as well. Unknown to them, dark forces are at play though and their new relationship is challenged in so many ways.
I loved it when protective Cillian takes over. But Nova is no damsel in distress either. The pace was overall fast and exciting and I loved the found family vibes that came to play towards the end.
The best way to end this series! Loved this book and all the rest of them! This one is different than the other ones but still loved so much. It's about Cillian and his little thief Nova. You learn more about how Nova is and why she like she is. Interesting enough I found it funny that it leads back to the MC crew and how she does not like him. Honestly I love how all of her books just intertwine with that series but in a different way. There's a lot of betrayal, a lot of running away, thief, and so much more if you know what I mean. It's such a good book If you guys haven't read this series I would read it. I know she's making more books for MC series too!
Cillian is book 4 in the Boston Syndicate series and is Cillian and Nova's story. Nova is something else! She has no idea who she's messed with and she really doesn't care. Cillian finds her funny and entertaining, nothing goes as he planned and he seems to be ok with that. These two are absolutely fantastic together. They bring out the best in each other and challenge each other in the best ways. Their story touches on topics that may be sensitive to some so be sure to check the trigger warnings before you start reading. Then sit back and enjoy the ride!
Cillian by Kate Randall was the wonderful story of Cillian and Nova. He’s a lieutenant with he mafia, in NOLA for a job. He meets Nova and the attraction is instant!! But, she does him dirty…he doesn’t know, he’s her mark. The story catapults into oblivion after that!!! Could NOT STOP READING this story!!!! So freaking good!!!!
Nova has some issues she needs to deal with…but, then, Cillian has issues of his own. Never mind the dangers they are both facing from outside influences!! Fabulous, enjoyable story!!!!
For me this book was good but not great however it may be because I've never read the other books in the series so there were a few times characters were mentioned and I was completely clueless to who they were 😬. I finished it but it was a stay up until 3am cause I can't put it down story for me personally.
I enjoyed how it was set up with multiple mini stories within the whole story of Cillian and Nova. It was well edited.
Wow. I am kinda speechless, I hate that this series doesn’t have anymore books to dive into. I am invested in all of the characters I really got to know through this amazing author and really don’t want it to end! Cillian and Nova are really special and I am so very happy I found this series and its author for I will always read anything she writes. In fact I am going to check out her books on the Black Roses MC next.
I loved Cillian and Nova’s all of the feels journey filled with doubts, trust issues, miscommunications, evil men who will do anything for money. But when Nova finds herself caught in the crosshairs of evilness will Cillian get to her before she is lost? Will he win her heart or lose it all? What a journey!!!
This is a standalone read but would be helpful to read the other books of the series to get a better understanding of the series. Sooo, that being said holy moly is Cillian and Nova’s dynamics explosive. Great banter and the mustery of finding out who wants to hurt Kova. Well not on Collian watch you wont. A great read to get your mind off of everything.
I have read this whole series, and loved every single story! The books pull you in and don’t let go. Kate is such a great writer, and I waited a long time for her to release Cillian’s story, and she did NOT disappoint!! Highly recommend the entire Boston Syndicate series!
I’m conflicted…..I think I was expecting more?? Idk. It’s not that they didn’t have chemistry…I genuinely think it was the fact that these two couldn’t communicate for SHIT. And I don’t think she ever apologized for what she did? But their chemistry, and the ending made this a three star read instead of a two star for sure !!
Oolala! What a spicy read! I would recommend reading the first 3 books in the series first, as I was a bit lost at times. However, it was a great read! I loved the banter and dirty talk between Nova and Cillian. I was on the edge of my seat with action and mystery. Great read!
Read all four and really couldn't put them down ,they wrap you up in the stories until you feel your part of the story , I want to read them all again in case I missed anything would while heartedly recommend .