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Mabilia
Mabilia
The impossible is only impossible if you believe it is. It’s a lesson my father taught me from a young age.
If you want something, you can have it. You just have to fight hard enough to get it. And if you don’t, well, you never truly wanted it in the first place.
I’ve grown up taking what I want, when I want it, without consequences. Because no matter what trouble I found myself in, my papa will always bail me out. No questions asked.
Until now. Now he has lots of questions. The kind of questions that have answers I can’t give him. Because if I do, the one person I found worth fighting for… will die. And it’ll be at the hands of my father.
The impossible is only impossible if you believe it is. It’s a lesson my father taught me from a young age.
If you want something, you can have it. You just have to fight hard enough to get it. And if you don’t, well, you never truly wanted it in the first place.
I’ve grown up taking what I want, when I want it, without consequences. Because no matter what trouble I found myself in, my papa will always bail me out. No questions asked.
Until now. Now he has lots of questions. The kind of questions that have answers I can’t give him. Because if I do, the one person I found worth fighting for… will die. And it’ll be at the hands of my father.
122 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 4, 2025
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Kylie Kent
71 books2,680 followersKylie made the leap from kindergarten teacher to romance author, living out her dream to deliver sexy, always and forever romances. She loves a happily ever after story with tons of built in steam.
She currently resides in Perth, Australia and when she is not dreaming up the latest romance she can be found spending time with her three children and her husband of twenty years, her very own real life instant-love.
Come join me in my reading group on Facebook Kylie's Steam Room.
She currently resides in Perth, Australia and when she is not dreaming up the latest romance she can be found spending time with her three children and her husband of twenty years, her very own real life instant-love.
Come join me in my reading group on Facebook Kylie's Steam Room.
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March 17, 2025
What the actual fvck is this? Honestly, the heroine really lacks any dignity, and it feels like her whole personality is just that of a spoiled brat. Right from the start, she was the one who kissed the hero first, offered herself to him first, and even flirted with him first. I mean, come on! Even my cat has more dignity than this character 🥵🥵
It’s just so disappointing!!! It honestly feels like the author is ruining this series 😰 The love story of the heroine’s parents is way more interesting than what we’re seeing from this silly woman here. Like what are you doing author???! Sleeping or drunk while writing this story? This sucks!!!! Sorry but it is true tho, it truly sucks!
I decided to give this author another chance because I was intrigued by the heroine in this new book 😬
However, the way it started just made me feel like there’s no point in continuing with this story 😑😑 Honestly, I’m not even interested in reading further because that beginning completely ruined it for me 🙄
Who wants to follow a female character who seems weak, have no class at all and lacks self respect? 😒😒 Not me! This is just another letdown from the author 🥶
If you’re asking “oh maybe the heroine is drunk or on drugs” NOPE SHE IS NOT! She is sober as the ocean pacific. Sobeerrrrr ~
“Oh maybe the hero say something to her and it triggered her sense” NOPE HE DID NOT SAY ANYTHING CRAZY OR ROMANTIC TO HER FOR HER TO DO THAT! This heroine do it all by herself cause how low she is as a person. Again like i said, my cat has more dignity and self respect than this heroine 🤭
It looks like i will be reading this author’s old books, not new ones. The new ones are so disturbingly annoying and sucks 🥵🥵🥵
⚡️⚡️⚡️THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR READING MY REVIEW. Even if you hate my review i still say thank you so much cause you spend your time reading this one👻 I’m not a professional reviewer or professional reader. I’m just someone who likes to read novels that is safe and no cheating whatsoever. And many more that i like lol😆 I DID NOT GET PAID TO DO THIS. This is just basically me writing my review based on my personal opinion about the book if it’s safe or what I will write it all down just the way i like it 😏 I realize that my review might come across as pretty direct, and I don't claim to be a professional writer since I'm just sharing my own thoughts. If you find any negativity in what I've said about the book, just remember that we all have different perspectives. What I think doesn't have to align with your views. We all have our own preferences when it comes to books, just like we each have our unique perspectives. You can’t dictate what I should say in my review, and I shouldn’t tell you what to think either… I WILL NOT TOLERATE NEGATIVE COMMENT AND I WON’T EVER REPLIED TO IT. If you still don’t like what i write and my disclaimer here, IT’S A YOU PROBLEM. NOT MINE😙 HAVE A GREAT DAY❤️❤️❤️
Types of book that I’m looking for: SAFE, safe all the way from the beginning till the end🥵 No cheating, no unnecessary childish drama. Not too much OW DRAMA cause they are loud and annoying lol. NO to still having feelings about a ex especially wants go get back together tf no. NO to friends with benefits and still seeing other people type of sh*t. NO to hero or heroine who said i love you and have been obsessed but still likes to fvck around yeah big NO to that sh*t. NOOO to still married or still in a relationship with someone else while liking the main character, yeah they have to be single since the beginning. NOOO to a long separation and have someone else they have s3x with during the separation. NOO to too many times of separation and breaking up sh*t. NOO to toxic narcissistic characters.
I preferred the characters are loyal to the core, over the top possessive heroes since the beginning and never stops, main characters have unique jobs or talents, the hero adores and obsessed with the heroine so much, the hero fell harder for the heroine and don’t want let her go and fight for her. And most importantly EPILOGUE AND ESPECIALLY THE DECADES LATER SCENE…. HAPPY ENDING IS A MUST. Chemistry is a must too 🙏🏼
It’s just so disappointing!!! It honestly feels like the author is ruining this series 😰 The love story of the heroine’s parents is way more interesting than what we’re seeing from this silly woman here. Like what are you doing author???! Sleeping or drunk while writing this story? This sucks!!!! Sorry but it is true tho, it truly sucks!
I decided to give this author another chance because I was intrigued by the heroine in this new book 😬
However, the way it started just made me feel like there’s no point in continuing with this story 😑😑 Honestly, I’m not even interested in reading further because that beginning completely ruined it for me 🙄
Who wants to follow a female character who seems weak, have no class at all and lacks self respect? 😒😒 Not me! This is just another letdown from the author 🥶
If you’re asking “oh maybe the heroine is drunk or on drugs” NOPE SHE IS NOT! She is sober as the ocean pacific. Sobeerrrrr ~
“Oh maybe the hero say something to her and it triggered her sense” NOPE HE DID NOT SAY ANYTHING CRAZY OR ROMANTIC TO HER FOR HER TO DO THAT! This heroine do it all by herself cause how low she is as a person. Again like i said, my cat has more dignity and self respect than this heroine 🤭
It looks like i will be reading this author’s old books, not new ones. The new ones are so disturbingly annoying and sucks 🥵🥵🥵
⚡️⚡️⚡️THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR READING MY REVIEW. Even if you hate my review i still say thank you so much cause you spend your time reading this one👻 I’m not a professional reviewer or professional reader. I’m just someone who likes to read novels that is safe and no cheating whatsoever. And many more that i like lol😆 I DID NOT GET PAID TO DO THIS. This is just basically me writing my review based on my personal opinion about the book if it’s safe or what I will write it all down just the way i like it 😏 I realize that my review might come across as pretty direct, and I don't claim to be a professional writer since I'm just sharing my own thoughts. If you find any negativity in what I've said about the book, just remember that we all have different perspectives. What I think doesn't have to align with your views. We all have our own preferences when it comes to books, just like we each have our unique perspectives. You can’t dictate what I should say in my review, and I shouldn’t tell you what to think either… I WILL NOT TOLERATE NEGATIVE COMMENT AND I WON’T EVER REPLIED TO IT. If you still don’t like what i write and my disclaimer here, IT’S A YOU PROBLEM. NOT MINE😙 HAVE A GREAT DAY❤️❤️❤️
Types of book that I’m looking for: SAFE, safe all the way from the beginning till the end🥵 No cheating, no unnecessary childish drama. Not too much OW DRAMA cause they are loud and annoying lol. NO to still having feelings about a ex especially wants go get back together tf no. NO to friends with benefits and still seeing other people type of sh*t. NO to hero or heroine who said i love you and have been obsessed but still likes to fvck around yeah big NO to that sh*t. NOOO to still married or still in a relationship with someone else while liking the main character, yeah they have to be single since the beginning. NOOO to a long separation and have someone else they have s3x with during the separation. NOO to too many times of separation and breaking up sh*t. NOO to toxic narcissistic characters.
I preferred the characters are loyal to the core, over the top possessive heroes since the beginning and never stops, main characters have unique jobs or talents, the hero adores and obsessed with the heroine so much, the hero fell harder for the heroine and don’t want let her go and fight for her. And most importantly EPILOGUE AND ESPECIALLY THE DECADES LATER SCENE…. HAPPY ENDING IS A MUST. Chemistry is a must too 🙏🏼
January 10, 2026
“Shouldn’t judge a book by its cover. My Papa says it’s the pretty ones you have to watch out for. They’re the most lethal.”
Wise words. 😔👏
Wise words. 😔👏
February 8, 2025
This was such a good book. I read it in two days. I loved mabilia and Tommy’s story
April 30, 2025
Short and great.
Not a big book to read, love these kind of books where you can follow the story and not get lost with so many different characters coming into it. Another great read by Kylie Kent.
Not a big book to read, love these kind of books where you can follow the story and not get lost with so many different characters coming into it. Another great read by Kylie Kent.
February 11, 2025
4 ⭐️ lei con le super balls sotto, novella top spiega tutto in poco mi è piaciuto molto!
February 8, 2025
Just like every other Valentino book from Kylie Kent this one does not disappoint either. Mabilia is the daughter of Izzy (Valentino) Petrov and Mikhail Petrov. She has their feisty spirits with the added benefit or disbenefit of being the only daughter and eldest child who is 18 and in her senior year of high school but don't let that age fool you she knows what she wants and she bows down to no one including the bartender and the bar she likes to visit. But that Bartender who just happens to inherit the bar from his Grandfather recently knows how to put the feist mafia princess in her place even though Tommy is only 20 he does not fear what this mafia princess dishes out.
The only change to this book was I wish it was longer but knowning Kylie I am sure this couple will pop up in her other books and her Valentino Heirs extra chapters from her website. This generation of Heirs is just as amazing as the OG Valentinos
The only change to this book was I wish it was longer but knowning Kylie I am sure this couple will pop up in her other books and her Valentino Heirs extra chapters from her website. This generation of Heirs is just as amazing as the OG Valentinos
February 6, 2025
To say I feel beyond special to have received this ARC is an understatement. I LOVE @ booke so much so to get the surprise email for this had me on cloud 9!
Mabilia Isabella Valentino-Petrov
Her parents, Russian bratva Pakhan and an Italian mafia princess are an absolute force and should not be taken lightly. And Mabilia is just like her parents. Smart, beautiful and ruthless. No one stands up to her because of who her parents are so when one drool worthy man does, she is baffled and intrigued. I absolutely loved her spit fire personality and how she could turn into a complete daddy's girl princess at a flip of a switch.
Tommy
He is the first person to tell her no while even knowing who she is (I questioned for a second if he knew her parents). His grandfather left him his bar and he had no clue until he got the call. He is a man who dances on the edge of legal and illegal. Never lies but also not acomplete gentlemen. He is a possessive caveman who says all the right things. He doesn't back down and isnt afraid to be with her openly.
They were such a perfect insta love and hot from the start. I absolutely loved the little Easter eggs snuck in from ger other books. This is a very fast paced novella that i absolutelydevoured. The switch of PoV and the surprise ones had me super happy. My only complaint with this story was it was a novella and not a full story because i adore them. But like all the heir books they build off of eachother. It was such a great quick read. Mafia books always make me happy but I love when it's a flip and the girl is the mafia and the boy is a normal guy haha
Mabilia Isabella Valentino-Petrov
Her parents, Russian bratva Pakhan and an Italian mafia princess are an absolute force and should not be taken lightly. And Mabilia is just like her parents. Smart, beautiful and ruthless. No one stands up to her because of who her parents are so when one drool worthy man does, she is baffled and intrigued. I absolutely loved her spit fire personality and how she could turn into a complete daddy's girl princess at a flip of a switch.
Tommy
He is the first person to tell her no while even knowing who she is (I questioned for a second if he knew her parents). His grandfather left him his bar and he had no clue until he got the call. He is a man who dances on the edge of legal and illegal. Never lies but also not acomplete gentlemen. He is a possessive caveman who says all the right things. He doesn't back down and isnt afraid to be with her openly.
They were such a perfect insta love and hot from the start. I absolutely loved the little Easter eggs snuck in from ger other books. This is a very fast paced novella that i absolutelydevoured. The switch of PoV and the surprise ones had me super happy. My only complaint with this story was it was a novella and not a full story because i adore them. But like all the heir books they build off of eachother. It was such a great quick read. Mafia books always make me happy but I love when it's a flip and the girl is the mafia and the boy is a normal guy haha
February 13, 2025
A romance that failed to connect
This book presents an intriguing premise – a 20-year-old bar owner/gambler involved in money laundering falling for the 18-year-old daughter of a Pakhan – but unfortunately, the execution falls short. While the author repeatedly states that the two are deeply in love, this connection isn't effectively conveyed to the reader. The supposed romance lacks genuine chemistry, feeling forced rather than organic.
A subplot involving Ukrainian kidnappers attempting to abduct the heroine twice feels underdeveloped and ultimately pointless. The heroine's easy dispatch of these would-be captors strains credulity, and the subsequent disappearance of this plot thread, particularly after the hero takes the blame for a related incident, leaves a significant narrative gap. The abrupt jump eight months into the future further disrupts the story's flow and raises unanswered questions.
The characters themselves also present challenges. The heroine comes across as entitled and unlikeable, while the hero's apparent admiration for her behavior is difficult to understand. The writing style, while aiming for evocative prose, often feels clunky and lacks the emotional depth necessary to make the story resonate. The narrative struggles with authenticity and strains credulity, leaving the reader disconnected from the characters and their supposed romance. Ultimately, the book relies too heavily on telling rather than showing, resulting in a story that lacks the emotional core and believable character development essential for a successful romance.
This book presents an intriguing premise – a 20-year-old bar owner/gambler involved in money laundering falling for the 18-year-old daughter of a Pakhan – but unfortunately, the execution falls short. While the author repeatedly states that the two are deeply in love, this connection isn't effectively conveyed to the reader. The supposed romance lacks genuine chemistry, feeling forced rather than organic.
A subplot involving Ukrainian kidnappers attempting to abduct the heroine twice feels underdeveloped and ultimately pointless. The heroine's easy dispatch of these would-be captors strains credulity, and the subsequent disappearance of this plot thread, particularly after the hero takes the blame for a related incident, leaves a significant narrative gap. The abrupt jump eight months into the future further disrupts the story's flow and raises unanswered questions.
The characters themselves also present challenges. The heroine comes across as entitled and unlikeable, while the hero's apparent admiration for her behavior is difficult to understand. The writing style, while aiming for evocative prose, often feels clunky and lacks the emotional depth necessary to make the story resonate. The narrative struggles with authenticity and strains credulity, leaving the reader disconnected from the characters and their supposed romance. Ultimately, the book relies too heavily on telling rather than showing, resulting in a story that lacks the emotional core and believable character development essential for a successful romance.
February 11, 2025
🔥 Mabilia by Kylie Kent – A Thrilling, Addictive Start to the Valentino-Petrov Heirs Series! 🔥
OMG, this book was EVERYTHING! 😍 The teaser alone had me hooked, but I swear it was way too short—I NEED MORE! 💀 Just when I thought I was recovering from the wild ride of the Valentino & Petrov series, Kylie Kent throws us right back into the world of power, danger, and sizzling chemistry… but this time, with their heirs. And let me tell you, these kids were raised in crime, and they know how to cause trouble like no other! 🔥💥
Mabilia? Absolute QUEEN. 👑💋 She is fierce, fearless, and totally unapologetic in her “take no prisoners” attitude. She’s been handed the world on a silver platter, but when push comes to shove, she fights for what she wants. And the stakes? Higher than EVER. Because this time, if she gives in, the one person she’s willing to fight for might not make it out alive. 😭💔
And let’s talk about Papa Petrov—because WOW. 🖤 If you thought he was scary before, just wait until you see him in full “touch her and die” mode. The PROTECTIVE DAD ENERGY is off the charts, and honestly, I’m living for it. 🖤🔥
No spoilers, but let’s just say the tension, the intensity, and the HEAT in this book are next level. 😏💥 If this is just the beginning of the Valentino-Petrov heirs’ reign of chaos, I’m not ready—but I want it.
Kylie Kent, I am BEGGING you for the rest of the story. 🙏💀🔥
Final Verdict: SMOKIN’ HOT, edge-of-your-seat suspense, and an explosive start to a new generation of chaos. 5/5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
OMG, this book was EVERYTHING! 😍 The teaser alone had me hooked, but I swear it was way too short—I NEED MORE! 💀 Just when I thought I was recovering from the wild ride of the Valentino & Petrov series, Kylie Kent throws us right back into the world of power, danger, and sizzling chemistry… but this time, with their heirs. And let me tell you, these kids were raised in crime, and they know how to cause trouble like no other! 🔥💥
Mabilia? Absolute QUEEN. 👑💋 She is fierce, fearless, and totally unapologetic in her “take no prisoners” attitude. She’s been handed the world on a silver platter, but when push comes to shove, she fights for what she wants. And the stakes? Higher than EVER. Because this time, if she gives in, the one person she’s willing to fight for might not make it out alive. 😭💔
And let’s talk about Papa Petrov—because WOW. 🖤 If you thought he was scary before, just wait until you see him in full “touch her and die” mode. The PROTECTIVE DAD ENERGY is off the charts, and honestly, I’m living for it. 🖤🔥
No spoilers, but let’s just say the tension, the intensity, and the HEAT in this book are next level. 😏💥 If this is just the beginning of the Valentino-Petrov heirs’ reign of chaos, I’m not ready—but I want it.
Kylie Kent, I am BEGGING you for the rest of the story. 🙏💀🔥
Final Verdict: SMOKIN’ HOT, edge-of-your-seat suspense, and an explosive start to a new generation of chaos. 5/5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
March 31, 2025
Mabilia Isabella Valentino-Petrov. Let that name simmer for a second, because this girl is pure FIRE. 🔥
Just when I thought I’d finally come down from the wild ride that was the Valentino & Petrov series, Kylie Kent drags us back into that dark, dangerous world—this time with the next generation. And these heirs? They’re not just living in their parents’ shadows. They’re carving out their own legacy of chaos, power, and unrelenting passion. 💥
Mabilia is the moment. 👑 The perfect blend of Valentino fire and Petrov ice. She’s got that spoiled princess energy with a deadly edge—ruthless when she needs to be, and soft only for the one person who might just break her. She doesn’t just play the game—she owns the board. 💋 And when things get real? She proves she’s willing to burn the world down to protect what’s hers. 😭💔
And can we talk about Papa Petrov?! Because OMG. 🖤 If you thought he was terrifying in the OG series, buckle up. He’s gone full-blown “touch my daughter and I’ll end you” mode. The overprotective dad energy is chef’s kiss, and I was LIVING for every second of it. 🖤🔥
Kylie Kent, you’ve done it again—and now I’m begging for more.
Just when I thought I’d finally come down from the wild ride that was the Valentino & Petrov series, Kylie Kent drags us back into that dark, dangerous world—this time with the next generation. And these heirs? They’re not just living in their parents’ shadows. They’re carving out their own legacy of chaos, power, and unrelenting passion. 💥
Mabilia is the moment. 👑 The perfect blend of Valentino fire and Petrov ice. She’s got that spoiled princess energy with a deadly edge—ruthless when she needs to be, and soft only for the one person who might just break her. She doesn’t just play the game—she owns the board. 💋 And when things get real? She proves she’s willing to burn the world down to protect what’s hers. 😭💔
And can we talk about Papa Petrov?! Because OMG. 🖤 If you thought he was terrifying in the OG series, buckle up. He’s gone full-blown “touch my daughter and I’ll end you” mode. The overprotective dad energy is chef’s kiss, and I was LIVING for every second of it. 🖤🔥
Kylie Kent, you’ve done it again—and now I’m begging for more.
February 10, 2025
Another super quick easy novella read in this crazy world I love. The novellas are a fun treat, and you definitely should have read at least some of the main series to really appreciate them since they’re so quick. The fact that they are high school age is a little ick for me, but being novellas makes it palatable somehow. In true Kylie Kent fashion, it’s insta-head over heels “you’re mine”, but maybe on steroids due to the novellas length. Although most of her men are pretty sunk at first glance 😉 I love the next gen books because it’s always a treat to see previous generation react to their babies growing up. And never saying goodbye to this crazy fun world is always a good thing imo.
February 15, 2025
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
I absolutely love and adored this book, it's been alittle while since reading a Kylie Kent mafia book and it just felt like coming home. I was smiling a cheesy grin all the way through this book which to my dismay didn't take me long to read. Being back reading with Mikhail and Izzy in the story as-well as Matteo and Neo was a special read. My fav mafia families and I'm just grateful there are so many to read about. Please can we have some more to read Kylie Kent. Loved it Tommy and Mabilia ❤️
I absolutely love and adored this book, it's been alittle while since reading a Kylie Kent mafia book and it just felt like coming home. I was smiling a cheesy grin all the way through this book which to my dismay didn't take me long to read. Being back reading with Mikhail and Izzy in the story as-well as Matteo and Neo was a special read. My fav mafia families and I'm just grateful there are so many to read about. Please can we have some more to read Kylie Kent. Loved it Tommy and Mabilia ❤️
February 18, 2025
Don’t mess with Mabilia Valentino/Petrov!
This is the latest novella in the Valentino world (and first in the Valentino/Petrov family). It’s good to see Mikhail and Isabella again, still hardcore but facing the same battles as us mere mortals…..struggling to let their daughter grow up!
Still full of alpha males, hot heads, a sprinkling of sexy times, plenty of entitlement and attitude but they’re so lovable with their strong family bonds that we love them so.
Another great novella.
This is the latest novella in the Valentino world (and first in the Valentino/Petrov family). It’s good to see Mikhail and Isabella again, still hardcore but facing the same battles as us mere mortals…..struggling to let their daughter grow up!
Still full of alpha males, hot heads, a sprinkling of sexy times, plenty of entitlement and attitude but they’re so lovable with their strong family bonds that we love them so.
Another great novella.
March 19, 2025
Kylie can do no wrong. My only complaint is that Mabilia deserved her own full-length novel. As the only daughter of Izzy and Mikhail I just wanted more of her.
“Mabilia, you beat a woman unconscious in my bar last night. Trust me, your personality isn’t sparkling. It’s fire, and I like it.” Kylie’s women are always so spunky and that’s one of my favorite things about her writing. You’re not going to find any whiny, defenseless FMC’s here.
This was cute and quick and I’m excited to see more of everyone in Neo’s book!
“Mabilia, you beat a woman unconscious in my bar last night. Trust me, your personality isn’t sparkling. It’s fire, and I like it.” Kylie’s women are always so spunky and that’s one of my favorite things about her writing. You’re not going to find any whiny, defenseless FMC’s here.
This was cute and quick and I’m excited to see more of everyone in Neo’s book!
February 6, 2025
4.5 ⭐️
Mabilia first meets Tommy when she walks into his bar and sparks immediately fly. I like Tommy. He wasn’t afraid of her family or at least appeared unaffected. I like how he isn’t a “made man” but he was just as swoon worthy.
I love how Kylie has alpha, protective MMC’s. However this FMC is anything but weak. I enjoyed their story and love anytime I can escape into the Valentino World. I am looking forward to more of the heirs.
Mabilia first meets Tommy when she walks into his bar and sparks immediately fly. I like Tommy. He wasn’t afraid of her family or at least appeared unaffected. I like how he isn’t a “made man” but he was just as swoon worthy.
I love how Kylie has alpha, protective MMC’s. However this FMC is anything but weak. I enjoyed their story and love anytime I can escape into the Valentino World. I am looking forward to more of the heirs.
February 7, 2025
• Overall rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
• Spice rating: 🌶️🌶️🌶️
• Tropes:
~Alpha/protective MMC
~Mafia daughter
~Insta love
• Favorite quotes:
“I don’t bet anything I’m not willing to lose. And
Mabilia…I’m not losing her.”
I literally read this book in a 2 hour sitting. It was soooo good and such a quick and easy read. Mabilia is a bada** who knows what she wants and goes after it. Tommy is an obsessed and protective MMC that will do anything for his woman.
• Spice rating: 🌶️🌶️🌶️
• Tropes:
~Alpha/protective MMC
~Mafia daughter
~Insta love
• Favorite quotes:
“I don’t bet anything I’m not willing to lose. And
Mabilia…I’m not losing her.”
I literally read this book in a 2 hour sitting. It was soooo good and such a quick and easy read. Mabilia is a bada** who knows what she wants and goes after it. Tommy is an obsessed and protective MMC that will do anything for his woman.
February 17, 2025
Oh, Kylie Kent. Please don't ever stop writing the Valentino family.
I can't get enough of these characters in all their stages of life. I was won over by Theo and Holly's story that started it all and then their sons came along, and now we have the heirs.
Mabilia isn't just a Valentino though, she's also a Petrov. Both the Italians and the Russians have her best interest at heart and Mabilia definitely has her mother's fire. When a man enters the picture he's going to have to prove that he's worth her time and the threat to his own life.
Mabilia is one of the younger of the heirs (still in high school) and she meets Tommy (the new owner of the bar she frequents).
Sparks fly from the beginning and despite that he denies her and she threatens him there is no fighting the chemistry. It's more than a one-night stand though as the pair become crazily obsessed about the other.
As is usual with the Valentinos/Petrovs danger isn't far away and both Mabilia and Tommy are in the firing line.
Happy Reading
I can't get enough of these characters in all their stages of life. I was won over by Theo and Holly's story that started it all and then their sons came along, and now we have the heirs.
Mabilia isn't just a Valentino though, she's also a Petrov. Both the Italians and the Russians have her best interest at heart and Mabilia definitely has her mother's fire. When a man enters the picture he's going to have to prove that he's worth her time and the threat to his own life.
Mabilia is one of the younger of the heirs (still in high school) and she meets Tommy (the new owner of the bar she frequents).
Sparks fly from the beginning and despite that he denies her and she threatens him there is no fighting the chemistry. It's more than a one-night stand though as the pair become crazily obsessed about the other.
As is usual with the Valentinos/Petrovs danger isn't far away and both Mabilia and Tommy are in the firing line.
Happy Reading
February 11, 2025
The queen has done it again! Some people might think that a novella can’t possibly be that good. But those people would be terribly mistaken. This book packed quite the punch. It has everything in it. The suspense, the laughter, the love, the spice and our beloved Valentinos. Plus the bratva added in too. I had so many highlighted quotes that it was hard to choose a favorite. I wish it was a full book because it was that good!
February 13, 2025
Just Like Her Mother!!
This was a wonderful short novella. I have read all of the Valentino series, so Mabilia and Tommy's story was good. I could not rate it hire even though I really enjoyed it, is because I felt I was left hanging in reference to the Ukrainians. Second attempt on taking her, 6 dead and nothing more is resolved in reference to that. I loved her father and Nonno!!!!
This was a wonderful short novella. I have read all of the Valentino series, so Mabilia and Tommy's story was good. I could not rate it hire even though I really enjoyed it, is because I felt I was left hanging in reference to the Ukrainians. Second attempt on taking her, 6 dead and nothing more is resolved in reference to that. I loved her father and Nonno!!!!
April 24, 2025
I don't know how I missed the release of this story. I saw Tommy mentioned in the Days of Valentino book and then dug in and found this. I loved how unimpressed Tommy was with Mabilia's name and lineage. He stood on his own against the men in her family, which is obviously no joke. Loved seeing Neo and Mikail is full on grandpa and papa bear mode. I adored when Mabilia called Mikail after her three kills and he rushed towards her.
February 6, 2025
I flew through this book at lightning speed, but every page was an absolute delight! The family was a whirlwind of energy—both incredible and delightfully chaotic. Mabilia and Tommy are nothing short of perfect; their chemistry jumps off the page. I’m left craving the complete book! @author_kylie_kent_
February 7, 2025
I loved this novella so much that I finished it in one sitting. Seriously, I didn't put it down or stop from beginning to end. Tommy and Mabilia had an insta lust quickly turned into an insta love story, that was a quick but perfect read. It still has plot, spice, and plenty of our favorite characters!
February 10, 2025
Mabllia has been my favorite among the kids. She always cracked me up in the other books. So, I was excited to see her get her own story. Love her energy. Her feistiness did not disappoint. Loved the family finally let her have a gun. Great energy. As always it is good getting to visit the Valentinos.
February 12, 2025
Another banger by Kylie Kent. She is one of very few authors that I automatically read whatever she writes the day it comes out. I don't even need to know what its about. if she wrote it, I'm reading it.
This is part of her little novella series and, even though they doesn't have as much meat as her full length books, I still love them.
This is part of her little novella series and, even though they doesn't have as much meat as her full length books, I still love them.
February 15, 2025
another amazing installment of the Valentino heirs
Mabilia is both worlds … the daughter of the Petrov pahkan and the daughter Italian don of dons … smart , intelligent and strong willed … the meet in a bar where he refuses to serve her… they get caught up , wrong place wrong time and their connection is tested… they fortunately make it to the other side ..
Mabilia is both worlds … the daughter of the Petrov pahkan and the daughter Italian don of dons … smart , intelligent and strong willed … the meet in a bar where he refuses to serve her… they get caught up , wrong place wrong time and their connection is tested… they fortunately make it to the other side ..
November 21, 2025
eh it was okay, probably more of a 3.5. i have a hard time with novellas because they don’t really feel complete to me - there was a lot happening here really quickly
18 and 20 age difference it’s bad but it was weird that a guy that owns a bar was picking his girlfriend up from high school (also weird that a 20 year old somehow owned a bar?)
18 and 20 age difference it’s bad but it was weird that a guy that owns a bar was picking his girlfriend up from high school (also weird that a 20 year old somehow owned a bar?)
February 7, 2025
Thank you to the author for this arc! Super grateful to be a part of your team 🫶🏼
If Kylie writes it I’m gonna read it. I love her stories and her characters and her writing style.
Looking forward to the next one!!
If Kylie writes it I’m gonna read it. I love her stories and her characters and her writing style.
Looking forward to the next one!!
February 8, 2025
I love this author and I especially anything that has to do with the Valentino airs. When they had children, I wasn’t sure we were gonna get their stories but now we’re getting their stories and it is so much fun. Cannot wait to reveal story that will be great.
February 21, 2025
Tommy and Mabilia- Izzy and Mikhail’s daughter. Always love a good Kylie Kent short but I totally wish it was longer!! I love how he played the protective hero and you saw glimpses of other family members. Cannot wait for Auroras drama!
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