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They say, "The Devil may care."
Oh, I do.
I made a deal with the devil, our father, to protect my brothers.
I made a deal with God as a minister. I'll do anything to save others.
Until I met her, my parishoner, my forbidden salvation.
I'm a beast. I'm ex-Bratva. I'm the oldest and most damned.
I'm Sire.
The third book in the Belles & Bratva Beasts series is coming soon. Blurb and cover to be revealed.
Belles & Bratva Beasts
Nash
Axel
Sire
Other beasts are coming...
Oh, I do.
I made a deal with the devil, our father, to protect my brothers.
I made a deal with God as a minister. I'll do anything to save others.
Until I met her, my parishoner, my forbidden salvation.
I'm a beast. I'm ex-Bratva. I'm the oldest and most damned.
I'm Sire.
The third book in the Belles & Bratva Beasts series is coming soon. Blurb and cover to be revealed.
Belles & Bratva Beasts
Nash
Axel
Sire
Other beasts are coming...
436 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 5, 2025
About the author
Kelly Finley
23 books761 followersKelly Finley is an author of contemporary romances featuring bada** women and grown-a** men.
She lives in the Carolinas with her husband and family. A rebel with many causes, she fancies black leather, dirty jokes, and smart mouths.
Thrilled by a flipped script, she gives us steamy, sexy heroines who are often missing, particularly from suspense and military romance. Her books feature heat we almost can't handle & shameless characters we champion and love.
She's most likely at her keyboard right now, putting the next heroine on the page.
She lives in the Carolinas with her husband and family. A rebel with many causes, she fancies black leather, dirty jokes, and smart mouths.
Thrilled by a flipped script, she gives us steamy, sexy heroines who are often missing, particularly from suspense and military romance. Her books feature heat we almost can't handle & shameless characters we champion and love.
She's most likely at her keyboard right now, putting the next heroine on the page.
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November 11, 2025
OMGGG KELLY YOU CONTINUOUSLY OUT DO YOURSELF!
I knew I would fall in love with Sire but omg I am obsessed with Wren. These two truly were made for each other and the way she was so accepting of him was beautiful 🥹. I also love the dolly puns and I seriously can’t wait for both Loch and Jace’s story 🙂↕️.
P.S THE SPICE WAS🥵
I knew I would fall in love with Sire but omg I am obsessed with Wren. These two truly were made for each other and the way she was so accepting of him was beautiful 🥹. I also love the dolly puns and I seriously can’t wait for both Loch and Jace’s story 🙂↕️.
P.S THE SPICE WAS🥵
November 5, 2025
✨ARC Review✨
Sire
By: Kelly Finley
No one, in years, has ever tempted me like Wren Chapel has… In minutes.
“You’ve met your match, gangster, and yes, I’m much younger than you. So, tell me. Are you mature enough to handle it?”
“You made a deal with the Devil, but now, you’ll make a deal with an Angel. All I ask is if you ever have to choose, you choose me.”
Kelly Freaking Finley!! How do you do it?! I am absolutely feral for Wren and Sire! These two are so filthy hot, I wanted to combust reading!
I couldn’t get enough of Sire and Wren, I highlighted almost everything they said because their story is that good! My favorite couple of the series so far and dare I say passes my love for The Six, which is huge!
I love that we get to go into the past and see what happened with Wren and Sire’s relationship from the very beginning and seeing more of the Kings interactions with each other, Wren and the other queens.
Wren is such a tiny, feisty, sex goddess that doesn’t put up with the King’s sh!t. Sire is the oldest of the Kings, and he carries so much weight to protect his family. But Wren helps free him from the burdens and shows Sire the love he truly deserves.
Their story is super hot, but laced with plot also. Furthering the Kings and Queens story, and we get the hottest scene with The Six! I don’t know how Kelly does it but each book gets better and hotter and I’m obsessed!! Well freaking done Kelly!!! The Name Queen of Spice is so well deserved!
Tropes:
Age Gap
Virgin FMC
Breeding K!nk
Mafia Man of God
Secret Society of Brothers
Taboo Initiations
Spice starts at: 26%🔥
Spice: 5/4🌶️
Stars: 5/5⭐️♾️
Available on Kindle Unlimited November 5th, 2025
Sire
By: Kelly Finley
No one, in years, has ever tempted me like Wren Chapel has… In minutes.
“You’ve met your match, gangster, and yes, I’m much younger than you. So, tell me. Are you mature enough to handle it?”
“You made a deal with the Devil, but now, you’ll make a deal with an Angel. All I ask is if you ever have to choose, you choose me.”
Kelly Freaking Finley!! How do you do it?! I am absolutely feral for Wren and Sire! These two are so filthy hot, I wanted to combust reading!
I couldn’t get enough of Sire and Wren, I highlighted almost everything they said because their story is that good! My favorite couple of the series so far and dare I say passes my love for The Six, which is huge!
I love that we get to go into the past and see what happened with Wren and Sire’s relationship from the very beginning and seeing more of the Kings interactions with each other, Wren and the other queens.
Wren is such a tiny, feisty, sex goddess that doesn’t put up with the King’s sh!t. Sire is the oldest of the Kings, and he carries so much weight to protect his family. But Wren helps free him from the burdens and shows Sire the love he truly deserves.
Their story is super hot, but laced with plot also. Furthering the Kings and Queens story, and we get the hottest scene with The Six! I don’t know how Kelly does it but each book gets better and hotter and I’m obsessed!! Well freaking done Kelly!!! The Name Queen of Spice is so well deserved!
Tropes:
Age Gap
Virgin FMC
Breeding K!nk
Mafia Man of God
Secret Society of Brothers
Taboo Initiations
Spice starts at: 26%🔥
Spice: 5/4🌶️
Stars: 5/5⭐️♾️
Available on Kindle Unlimited November 5th, 2025
November 14, 2025
BETA/ARC REVIEW: Sire + Wren just slid into first place for my Belles and Bratva Beasts rankings. These two are everything. Pure perfection. The definition of soulmates + being a team. I love them so freaking much.
This book also contains the spiciest scene I’ve ever read before in my life + I’ve read some smut, y’all. Literally sweating at my kitchen table during the beta read + repeated the process during my arc read 😮💨
This entire series is fucking delicious!
This book also contains the spiciest scene I’ve ever read before in my life + I’ve read some smut, y’all. Literally sweating at my kitchen table during the beta read + repeated the process during my arc read 😮💨
This entire series is fucking delicious!
November 8, 2025
4.75 🌟
"It’s like he’s two men—a pastor and a predator. It’s so hot and haunting" (Ch 5)
Though each book can be read stand-alone, it's really best to read them all. The more you read about these kings and their queens, the deeper the connection and hook. And love how the recaps are subtle and woven intricately around each book's main story. Kelly does it so masterfully!
"All six of them enter the diner like a mountain mafia invasion. Heads turn, eyes freeze, jaws drop, panties melt, and the other dicks in the room shrivel into shrimp." (Ch 18)
From previous books, I somehow got a meek and timid impression of Wren 🤷♀️ Apparently, I pegged her wrong or my memory is faulty (probably more likely, lol)! She's definitely not meek or timid! I like this side of her, she's strong with a no-nonsense — in a playful forthwith, no-filter kind of way — vibe. She shoulders her way through to position herself front and center before the things she wants — namely Sire. And she's that way because she learned to be, had to be, growing up the way she did and under the circumstances she was forced to endure and survive.
“Because it’s your truth. It’s who you are and what you desire, and the world is shitty and lonely enough. We all deserve the love we need to survive.” (Ch 15)
And Sire... he's something else! I got a kick out of him having internal dialogue with his Dick. And Dick would respond. And it's like he refers to it as a third person. 🤣 I mean, third person, third leg, same dif, right? Hehe.
"For a second, I’m not a pastor who’ll protect her. I’m an animal, and she’s my mate; the instincts are overwhelming." (Ch 4)
Sire definitely met his match with Wren! The more I read, the more I liked Wren. She was like a baby bird seemingly needing protection, but at the same time a mother hen who nutures, could hold her own, and would as soon peck your eyes out should you hurt her own. And her and her songs....😂 I'd kind of want to be her friend 🤣, if she were real.
"I knew I could be evil, but with her, I feel possessed." (Ch 6)
Sire has taken to preach and breach. Taboo. Fantasties. No holds barred. This book is so spicy it burns like the fires of Hell. So hot and steamy that I feel dehydrated after reading it. It is a consuming conflagration of the senses. Oh.My.Lord.
"Vows made with flesh. Penetrating promises. A covenant of carnal bonds. Sacred sin." (Ch 34)
eARC voluntary review
"It’s like he’s two men—a pastor and a predator. It’s so hot and haunting" (Ch 5)
Though each book can be read stand-alone, it's really best to read them all. The more you read about these kings and their queens, the deeper the connection and hook. And love how the recaps are subtle and woven intricately around each book's main story. Kelly does it so masterfully!
"All six of them enter the diner like a mountain mafia invasion. Heads turn, eyes freeze, jaws drop, panties melt, and the other dicks in the room shrivel into shrimp." (Ch 18)
From previous books, I somehow got a meek and timid impression of Wren 🤷♀️ Apparently, I pegged her wrong or my memory is faulty (probably more likely, lol)! She's definitely not meek or timid! I like this side of her, she's strong with a no-nonsense — in a playful forthwith, no-filter kind of way — vibe. She shoulders her way through to position herself front and center before the things she wants — namely Sire. And she's that way because she learned to be, had to be, growing up the way she did and under the circumstances she was forced to endure and survive.
“Because it’s your truth. It’s who you are and what you desire, and the world is shitty and lonely enough. We all deserve the love we need to survive.” (Ch 15)
And Sire... he's something else! I got a kick out of him having internal dialogue with his Dick. And Dick would respond. And it's like he refers to it as a third person. 🤣 I mean, third person, third leg, same dif, right? Hehe.
"For a second, I’m not a pastor who’ll protect her. I’m an animal, and she’s my mate; the instincts are overwhelming." (Ch 4)
Sire definitely met his match with Wren! The more I read, the more I liked Wren. She was like a baby bird seemingly needing protection, but at the same time a mother hen who nutures, could hold her own, and would as soon peck your eyes out should you hurt her own. And her and her songs....😂 I'd kind of want to be her friend 🤣, if she were real.
"I knew I could be evil, but with her, I feel possessed." (Ch 6)
Sire has taken to preach and breach. Taboo. Fantasties. No holds barred. This book is so spicy it burns like the fires of Hell. So hot and steamy that I feel dehydrated after reading it. It is a consuming conflagration of the senses. Oh.My.Lord.
"Vows made with flesh. Penetrating promises. A covenant of carnal bonds. Sacred sin." (Ch 34)
eARC voluntary review
April 24, 2026
10/5 stars
Spice: 4/5
Sire Rutledge - age 43
Wren Chapel - age 19
Sire prayed for a wife and his prayers were answered with Wren.
Their road to “happily ever after” was hard fought but worth every battle and every risk taken.
Wren’s new found family does not disappoint.
I was confused at first as to why Sire’s book was in the middle vs first in the series. I get it now.
Thus far, Wren is the scrappiest of the all the Queens (minus the mother queen of course). She had a rough life before being saved by Sire and his family. She was forced to learn to fight for survival.
The spice in this book is off the charts and not for the faint of heart. That said, it does not deter from the depth of the story that is Sire and Wren.
Kelly Finley is a talented and gifted storyteller. She’s the real queen. I’m more than happy to bow.
Spice: 4/5
Sire Rutledge - age 43
Wren Chapel - age 19
Sire prayed for a wife and his prayers were answered with Wren.
Their road to “happily ever after” was hard fought but worth every battle and every risk taken.
Wren’s new found family does not disappoint.
I was confused at first as to why Sire’s book was in the middle vs first in the series. I get it now.
Thus far, Wren is the scrappiest of the all the Queens (minus the mother queen of course). She had a rough life before being saved by Sire and his family. She was forced to learn to fight for survival.
The spice in this book is off the charts and not for the faint of heart. That said, it does not deter from the depth of the story that is Sire and Wren.
Kelly Finley is a talented and gifted storyteller. She’s the real queen. I’m more than happy to bow.
October 21, 2025
Sire, Sir. You can breed my kink anytime you want... oh sorry, my inside voice escaped me. But also, soooo not sorry.
Oh Kelly, Kelly, Kelly. What are we going to do with you? Sire is just... girl! This delicious man is above and beyond whatever I could have fathomed he might be from books 1 and 2 in this series. Like, how do you just manage to outdo yourself and the story with every book? The criss-crossing of storylines, of the overarching story, the details of each relationship... hook-line-and-sinker me, girl! I mean, you know how to talk dirty to me!
I never get into a book's specifics when I write reviews. I just won't do it. But let me just share this: whilst reading "Sire", I commented to Kelly that she unlocked a new kink for me - and let's just leave it at that. Something I've never read before and I was just like, "Hellooooo!!!!" So that said, y'all need some Sire in your lives. You can thank Kelly after reading.
Oh Kelly, Kelly, Kelly. What are we going to do with you? Sire is just... girl! This delicious man is above and beyond whatever I could have fathomed he might be from books 1 and 2 in this series. Like, how do you just manage to outdo yourself and the story with every book? The criss-crossing of storylines, of the overarching story, the details of each relationship... hook-line-and-sinker me, girl! I mean, you know how to talk dirty to me!
I never get into a book's specifics when I write reviews. I just won't do it. But let me just share this: whilst reading "Sire", I commented to Kelly that she unlocked a new kink for me - and let's just leave it at that. Something I've never read before and I was just like, "Hellooooo!!!!" So that said, y'all need some Sire in your lives. You can thank Kelly after reading.
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October 8, 2025Beta read! Full RTC 😍
psst… by far my favorite (and the spiciest) of the series 🤭
psst… by far my favorite (and the spiciest) of the series 🤭
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November 19, 2025📕Book Review📕
In the world that Kelly Finley creates, the characters are multi-layered. And as it turns out in this story, so is the spice (🤭). This is absolutely the spiciest book I’ve ever read. If you’ve been around my block for a bit you know that this book (it’s spicy elements that is) is not my usual read, and part of my journey is trying new things and reading about new (to me) things, and being uncomfortable sometimes is important. Well, I have now read an MMMMMF scene. Do I suggest you do that in the waiting room of the Toyota dealership while they work on a battery recall? The jury is still out. I was sweaty and maybe my battery got a few shocks too.
This story was an important part of the series, Sire and Wren both found themselves when they needed to and I’m sure excited to see what’s in store for Loch and Jace.
Therapist 👋 Take: alright. Trauma does wild things to people and survival is what it is. The bond this family has is one that isn’t like mine, but true to the nature of my job I do my best to observe without judgement. I wanted Sire’s story and he definitely made me look at things and choices we make to survive in different ways. I can understand some of his choices and his loyalty and how it impacted his life of service. Wren was a survivor who reclaimed her body (as many do) and did so in ways that made her feel empowered and safe. She’s the one living her life, and from what I read she had no complaints. I am hopeful to see bits of their journey where they are able to find meaning in what they’ve been through as they build a life together.
Thank you to Kelly for the beautiful gifted copy of this book and the page 18 shout out. Thank you for always being open to my feedback, your grace and willingness to talk through things we may not agree on, and for referring to me as your sweet counselor when you make me blush and clutch my non-judgy but still kind of there pearls. I admire your integrity, your grit, and your dedication to these characters telling the stories that they need to tell 😘💕
In the world that Kelly Finley creates, the characters are multi-layered. And as it turns out in this story, so is the spice (🤭). This is absolutely the spiciest book I’ve ever read. If you’ve been around my block for a bit you know that this book (it’s spicy elements that is) is not my usual read, and part of my journey is trying new things and reading about new (to me) things, and being uncomfortable sometimes is important. Well, I have now read an MMMMMF scene. Do I suggest you do that in the waiting room of the Toyota dealership while they work on a battery recall? The jury is still out. I was sweaty and maybe my battery got a few shocks too.
This story was an important part of the series, Sire and Wren both found themselves when they needed to and I’m sure excited to see what’s in store for Loch and Jace.
Therapist 👋 Take: alright. Trauma does wild things to people and survival is what it is. The bond this family has is one that isn’t like mine, but true to the nature of my job I do my best to observe without judgement. I wanted Sire’s story and he definitely made me look at things and choices we make to survive in different ways. I can understand some of his choices and his loyalty and how it impacted his life of service. Wren was a survivor who reclaimed her body (as many do) and did so in ways that made her feel empowered and safe. She’s the one living her life, and from what I read she had no complaints. I am hopeful to see bits of their journey where they are able to find meaning in what they’ve been through as they build a life together.
Thank you to Kelly for the beautiful gifted copy of this book and the page 18 shout out. Thank you for always being open to my feedback, your grace and willingness to talk through things we may not agree on, and for referring to me as your sweet counselor when you make me blush and clutch my non-judgy but still kind of there pearls. I admire your integrity, your grit, and your dedication to these characters telling the stories that they need to tell 😘💕
November 18, 2025
Holy Hell of Hotness this one’s a scorcher!!As always the Goddess of spice Kelly delivered with this bad boy of Sire & Wren’s story. Wren might come off as quirky and sweet, but she’s far from innocent. She’s got these dark, hungry desires, and every single one of them leads straight to Sire. From the moment she meets him, she knows they’re meant to be, and she’s not taking no for an answer. Sire fights it—hard—but that chemistry between them is impossible to ignore. When he finally gives in, it’s explosive, he’s called Sire for a reason and this man owns his breeding kink! He makes Wren his in every sense of the word, and the spice? Absolutely scorching. Kelly Finley does not hold back. The taboo themes are woven right into the heart of the story, but it’s not just heat and darkness. The soft moments hit just as hard—the karaoke scene, the tenderness, the quiet love between all the chaos. And beneath it all, Sire’s carrying secrets that could destroy everything, willing to sacrifice himself to protect the people he loves.
It’s dangerous, emotional, and insanely hot—a perfect mix of sin and soul. If you’re into taboo, morally gray love stories with heart and heat, Sire is one you won’t forget.
It’s dangerous, emotional, and insanely hot—a perfect mix of sin and soul. If you’re into taboo, morally gray love stories with heart and heat, Sire is one you won’t forget.
November 8, 2025
Phenomenal 🤌🏻
November 7, 2025
ARC Review
4/5 ⭐️
4/5 🌶️
This series is soooo good! I love how diverse but taboo it is with each book. I love how interwoven the books are - it’s not just one couple in a single file timeline. They are interwoven with hints/clues are Easter egged throughout but also to the point, they can be read as standalone. I think it’s brilliant.
Obviously, from book one, I was curious about Sire and Wren. I think their story was much more complex than I was expecting when actually reading it. It wasn’t cut and dry. They faced a lot individually, but it led them to one another and was instant connection. But they still had to overcome obstacles to find their way to each other in to end and I think that’s why overall, it was a well written story!
TYSM to @lunaliterary.management for the ARC!
⚜️Dark Romance
⚜️Pastor MMC
⚜️Virgin Heroine
⚜️Age Gap
⚜️Mafia Prince
⚜️MMMF Night...
⚜️Br££ding K!n€
⚜️Secret Society
⚜️Soulmates
⚜️Morally Grey
⚜️Forbidden Romance
*I truly believe it would be higher than 4 ⭐️ read. I just had a lot of personal things going on at the time and I wasn’t completely in it at the time of reading.
4/5 ⭐️
4/5 🌶️
This series is soooo good! I love how diverse but taboo it is with each book. I love how interwoven the books are - it’s not just one couple in a single file timeline. They are interwoven with hints/clues are Easter egged throughout but also to the point, they can be read as standalone. I think it’s brilliant.
Obviously, from book one, I was curious about Sire and Wren. I think their story was much more complex than I was expecting when actually reading it. It wasn’t cut and dry. They faced a lot individually, but it led them to one another and was instant connection. But they still had to overcome obstacles to find their way to each other in to end and I think that’s why overall, it was a well written story!
TYSM to @lunaliterary.management for the ARC!
⚜️Dark Romance
⚜️Pastor MMC
⚜️Virgin Heroine
⚜️Age Gap
⚜️Mafia Prince
⚜️MMMF Night...
⚜️Br££ding K!n€
⚜️Secret Society
⚜️Soulmates
⚜️Morally Grey
⚜️Forbidden Romance
*I truly believe it would be higher than 4 ⭐️ read. I just had a lot of personal things going on at the time and I wasn’t completely in it at the time of reading.
October 31, 2025
Holy effin spice! This one was downright filthy…and I’m not just talking about Sire’s mouth! Wren’s mouth is just as filthy and they are so perfect for each other in every way. I absolutely devoured this book, which was no surprise! I loved finally getting to see their story play out and I couldn’t stop squealing while reading this! Wren is a whole VIBE and she is most definitely fit to be a QUEEN! I literally died every time her karaoke came up or she said something out of pocket. I love this whole series, but I think this might be tied for my favorite!
What to expect:
🩶age gap
🩶secret society
🩶virgin fmc
🩶pastor mmc
🩶breeding kink
🩶touch her and die
🩶taboo initiations
Thank you to Kelly Finley & Luna Literary for letting me read/review an ARC in exchange for my honest opinion!
What to expect:
🩶age gap
🩶secret society
🩶virgin fmc
🩶pastor mmc
🩶breeding kink
🩶touch her and die
🩶taboo initiations
Thank you to Kelly Finley & Luna Literary for letting me read/review an ARC in exchange for my honest opinion!
October 29, 2025
4 ⭐️/ 3🌶️
I have mixed feelings on this. The plot and spice was good. Sire and Wren have intrigued me since book 1 so it was nice to read their story, especially when it is filled with pretty much all the tropes that I like.
All in all, it was. Good book, if you are looking for some forbidden, bratva romance.
I have mixed feelings on this. The plot and spice was good. Sire and Wren have intrigued me since book 1 so it was nice to read their story, especially when it is filled with pretty much all the tropes that I like.
All in all, it was. Good book, if you are looking for some forbidden, bratva romance.
April 8, 2026
4.5 ⭐️
When Sire rescues Wren he tries to avoid believing the signs pointing to their meeting being fate but Wren won’t take no for an answer. As these two establish their feelings for one another and face off on the hunt for answers with Sire’s father, both of them will stop at nothing to protect each other and the family they hold so dearly.
Kelly outdid herself with the spice in this one because OMG how you could top (lol get it) this one! I loved Wren’s strength and resilience and Sire’s devotion not only to her but to the family he would die to protect.
4.5⭐️
When Sire rescues Wren he tries to avoid believing the signs pointing to their meeting being fate but Wren won’t take no for an answer. As these two establish their feelings for one another and face off on the hunt for answers with Sire’s father, both of them will stop at nothing to protect each other and the family they hold so dearly.
Kelly outdid herself with the spice in this one because OMG how you could top (lol get it) this one! I loved Wren’s strength and resilience and Sire’s devotion not only to her but to the family he would die to protect.
4.5⭐️
November 1, 2025
Arc read 🖤
6 stars ⭐️
Spice 5/5 🌶️
The spice was spicing so hard, the breeding was making me question a lot, sire & wren’s mouths are SOOO DIRTY. I was shooketh throughout the entire journey. The banter, at times had me dying laughing & the emotions had me in near tears. Kelly you absolutely SMASHED this book and probably my favorite in the series. Loved every single second and CANT WAIT FOR LOCH & JACE’s stories!
6 stars ⭐️
Spice 5/5 🌶️
The spice was spicing so hard, the breeding was making me question a lot, sire & wren’s mouths are SOOO DIRTY. I was shooketh throughout the entire journey. The banter, at times had me dying laughing & the emotions had me in near tears. Kelly you absolutely SMASHED this book and probably my favorite in the series. Loved every single second and CANT WAIT FOR LOCH & JACE’s stories!
November 5, 2025
Sire + Wren
-mafia romance
-pastor x trafficking survivor
-vcard heroine
-age gap
-lots of sharing…kinda
kelly is dubbed "the queen of spice"...for a reason folks!! this was fucking FILTHYYYY!!! but in the absolute BEST WAY!! & the plot was still plotting HARDDDD!! while our sweet little innocent virgin wren...was just as dirty minded as any guy!! haha i loved it!!
-mafia romance
-pastor x trafficking survivor
-vcard heroine
-age gap
-lots of sharing…kinda
kelly is dubbed "the queen of spice"...for a reason folks!! this was fucking FILTHYYYY!!! but in the absolute BEST WAY!! & the plot was still plotting HARDDDD!! while our sweet little innocent virgin wren...was just as dirty minded as any guy!! haha i loved it!!
November 17, 2025
THIS WAS SPICY.
You’d think that given Wren’s past she’d be a quiet one…NOPE. She is feisty and has ZERO filter. Sire’s like ‘yep she’s it, that’s my future wife’ lol.
No time was wasted for that to happen. The family suspense hit the mark. The family/bratva/queen vibes hit.
No crumbs were left. I ate it all up!
You’d think that given Wren’s past she’d be a quiet one…NOPE. She is feisty and has ZERO filter. Sire’s like ‘yep she’s it, that’s my future wife’ lol.
No time was wasted for that to happen. The family suspense hit the mark. The family/bratva/queen vibes hit.
No crumbs were left. I ate it all up!
November 30, 2025
Oh my good God, this book.... Holy desires 🥵🥵🥵
This book is DIRTY but I LOVE it.
I love that Wren can totally hold her own. She's the next true real Queen.
This book is DIRTY but I LOVE it.
I love that Wren can totally hold her own. She's the next true real Queen.
November 9, 2025
Whew. I was not prepared for this one. This was my first book by Kelly Finley and holy holy moly… I don’t say this lightly: it may be one of the hottest books I’ve ever read. But it’s not just spice for the sake of spice — this story has depth, danger, devotion, and a romance that hits like a lightning bolt straight to the soul.
We follow Sire Rutledge, the eldest of seven brothers born into the nightmare of a Russian Bratva family. After escaping their violent father and rebuilding their lives in the US, the Rutledge family dedicates themselves to saving others from the horrors they once faced — including rescuing women from trafficking. That mission leads Pastor Sire Rutledge (yes, pastor… and yes, he’s still the filthiest man alive) straight to Wren Chapel.
Wren is an absolute revelation — soft but unbreakable, deeply faithful, fiercely intuitive, and carrying her own painful scars. From the moment their paths cross, she knows they are meant. Sire fights it, not because he doesn’t feel the same, but because he’s terrified his darkness, his needs, and his kink-heavy desires will consume her. Add in a secret he fears will shatter the bond with his family, and you have a man battling demons on every front.
The chemistry? Electric. The devotion? Fierce. The trauma and healing arcs? Powerfully crafted. This book balances faith, trauma, found family, and toe-curling passion in a way that feels bold, raw, and beautifully unique. And these Rutledge brothers? Mark my words — they will live rent-free in your mind.
Highly, highly recommend. Just be warned: this spice level? Inferno-tier. Do not read in public. Do not read without ice water. And absolutely do not blame me when you need a moment to recover. 🔥
We follow Sire Rutledge, the eldest of seven brothers born into the nightmare of a Russian Bratva family. After escaping their violent father and rebuilding their lives in the US, the Rutledge family dedicates themselves to saving others from the horrors they once faced — including rescuing women from trafficking. That mission leads Pastor Sire Rutledge (yes, pastor… and yes, he’s still the filthiest man alive) straight to Wren Chapel.
Wren is an absolute revelation — soft but unbreakable, deeply faithful, fiercely intuitive, and carrying her own painful scars. From the moment their paths cross, she knows they are meant. Sire fights it, not because he doesn’t feel the same, but because he’s terrified his darkness, his needs, and his kink-heavy desires will consume her. Add in a secret he fears will shatter the bond with his family, and you have a man battling demons on every front.
The chemistry? Electric. The devotion? Fierce. The trauma and healing arcs? Powerfully crafted. This book balances faith, trauma, found family, and toe-curling passion in a way that feels bold, raw, and beautifully unique. And these Rutledge brothers? Mark my words — they will live rent-free in your mind.
Highly, highly recommend. Just be warned: this spice level? Inferno-tier. Do not read in public. Do not read without ice water. And absolutely do not blame me when you need a moment to recover. 🔥
November 4, 2025
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
A haunting, holy, and hell-hot ride I could NOT put down
WOW. SIRE is the kind of dark romance that crawls under your skin, whispers blasphemy in your ear, and makes you thank it.
This book is twisted devotion wrapped in sinful heat. Sire is a lethal blend of pastor, predator, protector, and fallen prince, and every scene with him pulses with danger and desire. The heroine? Younger, yes—but fierce, determined, and absolutely relentless in her love. She doesn’t just want him; she claims him, and watching her break through his iron control was addictive.
The worldbuilding is rich with taboo traditions, brotherhood loyalty, morally gray vengeance, and secret rituals that feel both terrifying and mesmerizing. And the spice?
Let’s just say the author didn’t come to play.
The initiation scenes alone are enough to make your heart race and your Kindle combust.
Despite the darkness, the romance hits deep. Their bond feels fated and forbidden in the best way—holy and hellish all at once.
If you love:
🔥 sacred-sinner heroes
🔥 obsessive, conflicted protectors
🔥 intense, ritualistic spice
🔥 vigilante brotherhoods
🔥 heroines who choose their fate with fire
…then SIRE will absolutely swallow you whole.
Dark, decadent, and wholly devourable. I’m still thinking about it.
A haunting, holy, and hell-hot ride I could NOT put down
WOW. SIRE is the kind of dark romance that crawls under your skin, whispers blasphemy in your ear, and makes you thank it.
This book is twisted devotion wrapped in sinful heat. Sire is a lethal blend of pastor, predator, protector, and fallen prince, and every scene with him pulses with danger and desire. The heroine? Younger, yes—but fierce, determined, and absolutely relentless in her love. She doesn’t just want him; she claims him, and watching her break through his iron control was addictive.
The worldbuilding is rich with taboo traditions, brotherhood loyalty, morally gray vengeance, and secret rituals that feel both terrifying and mesmerizing. And the spice?
Let’s just say the author didn’t come to play.
The initiation scenes alone are enough to make your heart race and your Kindle combust.
Despite the darkness, the romance hits deep. Their bond feels fated and forbidden in the best way—holy and hellish all at once.
If you love:
🔥 sacred-sinner heroes
🔥 obsessive, conflicted protectors
🔥 intense, ritualistic spice
🔥 vigilante brotherhoods
🔥 heroines who choose their fate with fire
…then SIRE will absolutely swallow you whole.
Dark, decadent, and wholly devourable. I’m still thinking about it.
November 6, 2025
Holy moly!! I don’t know how you do it Kelly but shewww! This series is one of my favorites - I thought I loved Axel but Sire…sir you may have just taken the cake.
All the Kings are ex-Bratva but they have their own secret society - each get a Queen. All Queens are worthy and worshiped - each put their Kings in their place.
All the brothers would burn the world down for each other and their Queens - Sire is the oldest brother and a Pastor. Making deals with both the Devil and God can be a dangerous game - he feels the weight of the world on his shoulders.
Wren is young but that doesn’t mean she doesn’t put him in his place. She tests him in all the right ways - together they’re filthy but there’s so much love between them. I love the other characters being woven into each story…just the plot itself is so good. It’s definitely a book that will make you blush for sure…just fair warning.
One of my favorite quotes from this book is - “You made a deal with the Devil, but now, you’ll make a deal with an Angel. All I ask is if you ever have to choose, you choose me.”
Thank you @theauthor.agency and @kellyfinleybooks for the early read! Cannot wait for the next installment of the series 🔥🤍 all opinions are my own.
All the Kings are ex-Bratva but they have their own secret society - each get a Queen. All Queens are worthy and worshiped - each put their Kings in their place.
All the brothers would burn the world down for each other and their Queens - Sire is the oldest brother and a Pastor. Making deals with both the Devil and God can be a dangerous game - he feels the weight of the world on his shoulders.
Wren is young but that doesn’t mean she doesn’t put him in his place. She tests him in all the right ways - together they’re filthy but there’s so much love between them. I love the other characters being woven into each story…just the plot itself is so good. It’s definitely a book that will make you blush for sure…just fair warning.
One of my favorite quotes from this book is - “You made a deal with the Devil, but now, you’ll make a deal with an Angel. All I ask is if you ever have to choose, you choose me.”
Thank you @theauthor.agency and @kellyfinleybooks for the early read! Cannot wait for the next installment of the series 🔥🤍 all opinions are my own.
November 5, 2025
~ Age Gap
~ Mafia Man of God
~ Soulmate Angst
4.5/5 ⭐
✨ My Thoughts ✨
I swear Kelly never disappoints. I swear I could be in the biggest slump or need some spice then I pick up a Kelly Finley book everything is all better. I have been waiting for Sire's book and it was everything I wanted. I loved the FMC Wren. She is funny and true badass. She has been through a lot in her life and to see her come out of everything was my favorite part to read. Sire was a dream. He is a protector and I loved reading it. I giggled and got emotional throughout this book. The spice was everything. I mean Kelly is the Queen of spice for a reason. I loved how the story flowed. I was so shocked by few things. I am so excited to get the next book in the series. I can't recommend this book enough to all of those who love spicy Mafia romance books.
Sire is book 3 in the Belles & Bratva Beasts series. This can be read as a standalone but I recommend reading books 1 and 2 beforehand. I feel like you will understand the world more. This is recommended for 18+. As always please check TW before reading.
✨ I want to thank Kelly and her team for e-arc of this book. These are my own true thoughts. ✨
~ Mafia Man of God
~ Soulmate Angst
4.5/5 ⭐
✨ My Thoughts ✨
I swear Kelly never disappoints. I swear I could be in the biggest slump or need some spice then I pick up a Kelly Finley book everything is all better. I have been waiting for Sire's book and it was everything I wanted. I loved the FMC Wren. She is funny and true badass. She has been through a lot in her life and to see her come out of everything was my favorite part to read. Sire was a dream. He is a protector and I loved reading it. I giggled and got emotional throughout this book. The spice was everything. I mean Kelly is the Queen of spice for a reason. I loved how the story flowed. I was so shocked by few things. I am so excited to get the next book in the series. I can't recommend this book enough to all of those who love spicy Mafia romance books.
Sire is book 3 in the Belles & Bratva Beasts series. This can be read as a standalone but I recommend reading books 1 and 2 beforehand. I feel like you will understand the world more. This is recommended for 18+. As always please check TW before reading.
✨ I want to thank Kelly and her team for e-arc of this book. These are my own true thoughts. ✨
November 6, 2025
This story takes the concept of confessing your sins for a sweet release to a whole new level! I was utterly speechless and left with a craving that will never disappear. Have mercy is a definite understatement!!! Sire, the MMC, is the ultimate sin eater and will have you on your knees praying for more! This man is holy dangerous and exquisitely seductive. With every touch and whisper Sire will have you dripping wet, needy, and feral. Then there’s Wren, our FMC, Miss total wildcat with a mouth that would have even a Nun swear! This woman is beautiful, full of wit, and a trouble you can’t seem to look away from. Sire and Wren together are a powerful and sensual duo. Their chemistry and love for each other is fierce, intense, and electric. Every time I think I have a favorite in this series I’m proven wrong, because Wren and Sire have sinfully took their place at the top! Loved this story so much!!! Thank you Kelly Finley for this fantastic ARC opportunity!
February 23, 2026
O M G!!! From the dedication to the very last dang page, I was completely hooked. I could not get enough of Sire and Wren.
This book is filthy, delicious, and unapologetically bold. The spice is next level… like fan yourself, do not disturb me kind of hot. A total scorcher. And honestly? I savored every single second of it.
Sire is that perfectly crafted morally gray man who will have you questioning your life choices, and Wren holds her own in a way that makes their dynamic even better. The tension, the heat, the chaos? Pure perfection.
If you love:
🔥 Mafia vibes
🔥 A pastor with a breeding kink
🔥 V-card heroine
🔥 Morally gray MMC
🔥 A few MMF moments
You need this on your TBR immediately. Trust me. 🥵
This book is filthy, delicious, and unapologetically bold. The spice is next level… like fan yourself, do not disturb me kind of hot. A total scorcher. And honestly? I savored every single second of it.
Sire is that perfectly crafted morally gray man who will have you questioning your life choices, and Wren holds her own in a way that makes their dynamic even better. The tension, the heat, the chaos? Pure perfection.
If you love:
🔥 Mafia vibes
🔥 A pastor with a breeding kink
🔥 V-card heroine
🔥 Morally gray MMC
🔥 A few MMF moments
You need this on your TBR immediately. Trust me. 🥵
November 7, 2025
HOLY HOTNESS 🥵🔥
Kelly came out swinging with this book and I could not be more happy. We got a little sneak peek of Sire and Wren in the ending of Axel and I was waiting on pins and needles to see what their story was all about. I straight up devoured them. I was sweating🥵 AND my jaw was in the freaking floor so many times I couldn’t keep up. I love how all of her books intertwine and we got to see some characters from the past join this book and *fireworks* 10/10 recommend.
I *HIGHLY* recommend starting at party and jumping into this series after so you know the background.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ | 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
-Secret Society
-Mafia
-Priest
-Virgin
-Age Gap
-Soulmates
Kelly came out swinging with this book and I could not be more happy. We got a little sneak peek of Sire and Wren in the ending of Axel and I was waiting on pins and needles to see what their story was all about. I straight up devoured them. I was sweating🥵 AND my jaw was in the freaking floor so many times I couldn’t keep up. I love how all of her books intertwine and we got to see some characters from the past join this book and *fireworks* 10/10 recommend.
I *HIGHLY* recommend starting at party and jumping into this series after so you know the background.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ | 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
-Secret Society
-Mafia
-Priest
-Virgin
-Age Gap
-Soulmates
November 11, 2025
well alrighty then 🥵🥵🥵 that was 🔥🔥🔥🔥
the spice was spicen. and spicen pretty hard. 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
I absolutely loved LOVED Wren! girl knows what she wants and doesn't hold back. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Wren + Sire together are just perfection. as much as he takes care of her, protects her and fights for her, she is equally fighting and protecting him. love!
the banter is this book was so good, and well balanced with the spice and seriousness.
ummmmm the parts with Jace and Loch 👀👀👀 I am hands down so ready for their stories and can't fucking wait. I've wanted Jace since Nash, but now I'm so beside myself. but also Loch.
also, if you're wondering.... Sire = S M A S H
the spice was spicen. and spicen pretty hard. 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
I absolutely loved LOVED Wren! girl knows what she wants and doesn't hold back. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Wren + Sire together are just perfection. as much as he takes care of her, protects her and fights for her, she is equally fighting and protecting him. love!
the banter is this book was so good, and well balanced with the spice and seriousness.
ummmmm the parts with Jace and Loch 👀👀👀 I am hands down so ready for their stories and can't fucking wait. I've wanted Jace since Nash, but now I'm so beside myself. but also Loch.
also, if you're wondering.... Sire = S M A S H
November 9, 2025
kelly finley, aka the literal queen of spice, came to play with this one and yalllllll, I absolutely loved it. I needed an ice cold shower after finishing because it is hot hot hot. Sire + Wren are so dang good together and I loved getting more of their backstory after seeing glimpses of them in the first two books. the world building and secrets and drama is so addicting, and I can’t WAIT to see where this storyline goes.
thank you Luna Literary and Kelly Finley for the arc in exchange for an honest review!!!💖
thank you Luna Literary and Kelly Finley for the arc in exchange for an honest review!!!💖
November 24, 2025
Sire was knocked it out the park hot and I could not put this book down! Kelly Finley has seriously outdone herself with this book and I loved every minute of it! I am obsessed with Sire and Wren and I loved how perfect they were for each other!
TROPES:
🖤Mafia & Man of God
🔥Pastor with a breeding k*nk
🖤Age gap spice
🔥V-card heroine
🖤She poisons. He preaches
🔥Soulmate angst
🖤Secret society of brothers
🔥Touch her & I'll take your hea
🖤Taboo initiations
🔥Pure marriage
🖤Forbidden MMF moments
🔥HEA with rom com vibes
Rating: 5/5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
TROPES:
🖤Mafia & Man of God
🔥Pastor with a breeding k*nk
🖤Age gap spice
🔥V-card heroine
🖤She poisons. He preaches
🔥Soulmate angst
🖤Secret society of brothers
🔥Touch her & I'll take your hea
🖤Taboo initiations
🔥Pure marriage
🖤Forbidden MMF moments
🔥HEA with rom com vibes
Rating: 5/5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
January 18, 2026
I don't think I have enough words for how terrible this was. The dirty talk actually made my skin crawl and the characters were awful. It was insta lust at its worst and the relationship and storylines were so badly written. Honestly Wren seemed more interested in riding the crew than Sire himself and the "kink" felt so fucking forced!
I can't think of a single highlight.....the initiation was kinda sexy if taken completely out of context because as it stands that entire plot point was ridiculous 🙄
I can't think of a single highlight.....the initiation was kinda sexy if taken completely out of context because as it stands that entire plot point was ridiculous 🙄
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