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Broken Duet #2
Broken Promises
North, South… and no Star.
Chicago falls into Dante’s hands.
His six-year dream becomes a reality.
But it means nothing without Layla by his side.
The war has ended… peace failed to follow.
Tormented by recent events, Dante struggles to choose a path. Betrayal cuts deep, no matter the circumstances, hatred keeps his mind busy but it’s no match for the heart. Going up against love is futile.
Stuck in limbo, ruled by fear and memories, Layla hides from the wrath she knows is coming. Regret is the last thing on her mind. If she could, she’d do it all over again. Hope is all she has left. Hope, that Dante will leave her alone… or find it in him to forgive her.
But hope is the mother of all fools.
Ghosts of the past come back to haunt them both. Reality shatters their dreams when a new threat emerges. A race against time, death, and vengeance.
There’s only one rule… there are no rules.
Chicago falls into Dante’s hands.
His six-year dream becomes a reality.
But it means nothing without Layla by his side.
The war has ended… peace failed to follow.
Tormented by recent events, Dante struggles to choose a path. Betrayal cuts deep, no matter the circumstances, hatred keeps his mind busy but it’s no match for the heart. Going up against love is futile.
Stuck in limbo, ruled by fear and memories, Layla hides from the wrath she knows is coming. Regret is the last thing on her mind. If she could, she’d do it all over again. Hope is all she has left. Hope, that Dante will leave her alone… or find it in him to forgive her.
But hope is the mother of all fools.
Ghosts of the past come back to haunt them both. Reality shatters their dreams when a new threat emerges. A race against time, death, and vengeance.
There’s only one rule… there are no rules.
10 pages, Audible Audio
Published August 6, 2024
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I.A. Dice
18 books1,985 followersI. A. Dice writes emotionally intense romance—both dark and light—but always equally spicy. When she’s not dreaming up love stories, she’s probably drinking too much coffee and swooning over fictional men.
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January 8, 2023
finished it a couple days ago altoughhh dante???? who doesn’t love a man that would set the world on fire for you
January 17, 2023
missing finger
Spoilers:
I had a really hard time with this book because it starts off with zero mention of the missing finger from book 1(literally never mentioned again, what was the point in losing it?).
Like her cousin would let her go two weeks without mentioning why she showed up with an open wound that wasn’t properly treated literally missing a dinner.
I saw no point to Grace and the storyline with Jess was unforgivable and I felt like it was rushed over.
Spoilers:
I had a really hard time with this book because it starts off with zero mention of the missing finger from book 1(literally never mentioned again, what was the point in losing it?).
Like her cousin would let her go two weeks without mentioning why she showed up with an open wound that wasn’t properly treated literally missing a dinner.
I saw no point to Grace and the storyline with Jess was unforgivable and I felt like it was rushed over.
July 3, 2022
Arc review: I love a morally gray man who would stop at nothing to get a woman back.
August 11, 2019
Read Broken Rules before reading this as its a continuation of the story and believe me you won’t wanna miss out of anything.
So I went to bed last night to read a few chapters, planning on reading the rest today. Well these characters had a different idea as I sat up until 3am totally engrossed in the story. I just couldn’t put it down.
As I read so much I sometimes need to read the end of a previous book to jog my memory. As soon as I read the characters name it all came flooding back.
Dante and Layla got under my skin. I was on the rollercoaster with them. I ached when they ached.
Sometimes I wanna slap a character when they go a certain way but I couldn’t with these two. The to-ing and fro-ing had me dizzy but I wouldn’t have it any other way.
I’m sad to see this story end as I loved the characters. I’m looking forward to reading more from this author soon.
So I went to bed last night to read a few chapters, planning on reading the rest today. Well these characters had a different idea as I sat up until 3am totally engrossed in the story. I just couldn’t put it down.
As I read so much I sometimes need to read the end of a previous book to jog my memory. As soon as I read the characters name it all came flooding back.
Dante and Layla got under my skin. I was on the rollercoaster with them. I ached when they ached.
Sometimes I wanna slap a character when they go a certain way but I couldn’t with these two. The to-ing and fro-ing had me dizzy but I wouldn’t have it any other way.
I’m sad to see this story end as I loved the characters. I’m looking forward to reading more from this author soon.
August 27, 2024
I only read this duo because I thought it would show how Dante and Carter met, seeing as Carter mentioned he took 3 bullets for Dante’s wife I thought there would be an explanation. Nope.
Also I hate an age-gap only 9 years so that part I could handle but the fact that he knew her when she was a kid grossed me out and made it very difficult for me to push through till the end only for a complete lack of pay off.
Also I hate an age-gap only 9 years so that part I could handle but the fact that he knew her when she was a kid grossed me out and made it very difficult for me to push through till the end only for a complete lack of pay off.
July 9, 2022
Perfect follow up to book 1. Dante and Layla face an unknown future. Scores to settle, skeletons come out of the closet and relationships never to be the same again. Kept me hooked from the start. 5 fabulous stars.
July 8, 2022
Who doesn't love a man that will turn the world up side down for you? Great ending!
October 6, 2024
loving this author!
Loved this duet. Dante and Layla did not have it easy, but they came out the other end together. No surprises really, Dante was NEVER letting her go! I loved the pace, the romance, the mafia involvement, just loved everything about this and will definately be reading more from this author.
Loved this duet. Dante and Layla did not have it easy, but they came out the other end together. No surprises really, Dante was NEVER letting her go! I loved the pace, the romance, the mafia involvement, just loved everything about this and will definately be reading more from this author.
March 22, 2026
Damn, my girls been thru a lot. But the best line in the book was “she’s my cousin.” Hahah J sucks to suck. Happy ending, lots of spice and a man who would literally burn everything down for her.
August 15, 2024
Great series. Well written, think have have found a new love in mafia romance
January 6, 2026
Hände så mycket random grejer i boken som hade inget med storyn o göra, gick o vänta på att de skulle hända något med det lol
Men charmig o sköna karaktärer ändå
Men charmig o sköna karaktärer ändå
July 7, 2022
I feel I’m on a roller coaster
The story continues and the twists and turns are still unfolding. The secrets and betrayals are slowly coming out. Will Layla and Dante make it ? Great characters and storyline Highly recommended Amazing Book. Perfect ending. I love this world and the characters in it. The character development is top notch. I couldn’t put these books down
The story continues and the twists and turns are still unfolding. The secrets and betrayals are slowly coming out. Will Layla and Dante make it ? Great characters and storyline Highly recommended Amazing Book. Perfect ending. I love this world and the characters in it. The character development is top notch. I couldn’t put these books down
May 9, 2023
boring
January 4, 2024
What a roller coaster without going too much into it.
God i held my breath multiple chapters!
I almost cried
Dante & Layla are a goddamn whirlwind of a couple!
Holy shit
Sad to see it end
God i held my breath multiple chapters!
I almost cried
Dante & Layla are a goddamn whirlwind of a couple!
Holy shit
Sad to see it end
January 6, 2025
The way me heart stopped 2 times in 30 min I cant omg but even after the Dante is me man the way he’s obsessed with the girl is to good I love that
May 18, 2024
Broken promises by @ia.dice
Sometimes, you have to keep things from your loved ones; You lie, or you don't really tell the truth. ⭐️
But when the truth is finally out....it's hard to choose;
Staying or leaving for the sake of your life.
The story of Laylah and Dante resumes in this book as we experience some stress and emotional roller coasters. 🎢
The truth will always save you from the bad or...will it? What if the one person who's supposed to love you forever betrayed you?💀⚰️
I had a great time reading this book, and I recommend you to read it too!
10/10 ⭐️ and 🌶🌶🌶/5
📎Genres:
• Contemporary Romance
• Mafia Romance
• Families are enemies
• If you touch her and he'll send you to the underworld.
Part two of a Duet
Check out @ttreviwesbooks on ig for more 💕
Sometimes, you have to keep things from your loved ones; You lie, or you don't really tell the truth. ⭐️
But when the truth is finally out....it's hard to choose;
Staying or leaving for the sake of your life.
The story of Laylah and Dante resumes in this book as we experience some stress and emotional roller coasters. 🎢
The truth will always save you from the bad or...will it? What if the one person who's supposed to love you forever betrayed you?💀⚰️
I had a great time reading this book, and I recommend you to read it too!
10/10 ⭐️ and 🌶🌶🌶/5
📎Genres:
• Contemporary Romance
• Mafia Romance
• Families are enemies
• If you touch her and he'll send you to the underworld.
Part two of a Duet
Check out @ttreviwesbooks on ig for more 💕
February 15, 2025
I really don’t know why but even though there were some interesting plotlines the whole story just felt really flat? Some elements were really unnecessary, and never really resolved, like what was that with Grace? And why was it never mentioned again? Also, idk if it’s my lack of biology, but how can someone leave the hospital after two days when they literally WENT INTO CARDIAC ARREST? This don’t make no sense? The characters were flat, the story had some major issues when it came to consistency and pace…. It just wasn’t for me. I really hoped the second book might do better but tbh it didn’t 😭💀🫥🤯😥
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
November 27, 2022
I received a free copy from the author in exchange for an honest review.
Second book of a duet.
After the amazing final we got in the first book, we continue with Dante and Layla's story.
There isn't a moment when something major isn't happening. Although the pace of the story slows down in some moments.
As the previous book, this one is full of action, surprises and of course passion.
This duet is pretty good, actually.
Second book of a duet.
After the amazing final we got in the first book, we continue with Dante and Layla's story.
There isn't a moment when something major isn't happening. Although the pace of the story slows down in some moments.
As the previous book, this one is full of action, surprises and of course passion.
This duet is pretty good, actually.
March 17, 2024
1.5☆ que decepción... por como termina el libro anterior esperaba que éste pudiera darme mucho más, pero no, ya veo que son iguales, libros aburridos que tienen 1 o 2 capítulos que te hacen caer de la silla y ya. Me decepciona porque siento que son buenas ideas que se quedan cortas, que se pueden explotar mucho pero no se desarrollan bien. Una lástima, tenían mucho potencial y mucho material para que fueran un GRAN DRAMA.
August 14, 2022
Review
I was desperate to know more after book 1 so I jumped straight into book 2. Everything is so much more than book 1 and you are deep inside Dante's mind.
Layla is feisty and stands up for herself, she is tough, vulnerable and emotional and between them they go on an amazing journey.
I've loved being a part of the gangs' story and can't wait to read another book from I A Dice.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
I was desperate to know more after book 1 so I jumped straight into book 2. Everything is so much more than book 1 and you are deep inside Dante's mind.
Layla is feisty and stands up for herself, she is tough, vulnerable and emotional and between them they go on an amazing journey.
I've loved being a part of the gangs' story and can't wait to read another book from I A Dice.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
January 13, 2024
This book had me on edge the entire time I swear. So many twists and turns throughout. I loved every bit and soaked it all up. I aspire to have a relationship like Dante and Layla to be fair. He looks at her like no other woman in the world exists. The pain he feels throughout had me almost sobbing. I thoroughly enjoyed the series!
October 7, 2023
4.5 stars. this book had me crying at work and i loved every second. i definitely prefer the first book over this one but they’re both so good
January 9, 2024
4.5 stars. I wasn’t a fan of the ending. Kind of wish it would have ended different but I still loved the story. Can’t wait to see what the author writes next.
September 16, 2024
Second book in the series was good! A bit more compelling than the first, a little frustrating that the FMC was a bit stubborn throughout the book but that made things more suspenseful. Overall great, quick read and great series!!
September 25, 2024
Loved this was too good!! Honestly never expected all the twists
November 2, 2024
3.75⭐️
December 12, 2025
Exactly as uninteresting and underwhelming as the first book. I could have done well with not reading this honestly.
October 31, 2025
Started off really goodddd I love lovee danteee!! But it was kinda stretching at the end
September 21, 2022
- book 2 of 2 (must read book 1 first)
- Mafia
- Age gap
- Enemies to lovers
- Touch her you die vibes
So here I am back in the world of Dante and Layla and I couldn’t be happier.
One of the things I loved most is we are back nearly exactly where book 1 finished, we don’t miss a single tortured moment. In book one we undiscovered that Layla was sent to Dante by her father to take him down one way or the other. However she can’t do it, she plays it through right till the bitter end but when it comes to pulling that trigger she just can’t. She never intended to fall so deeply in love with him.
Dante of course is destroyed that she betrayed him, but he never doubts her love for him. That can’t be faked, she isn’t that good of a liar. He tried to hate her, forget about her but we all knew that was never going to happen.. a love and obsession that they have doesn’t just disappear. He is nothing without her, frank got what he wanted to take something he loves most but will Dante really sit back and let him win? Ha not a chance.
Only there is more trouble than just the fact he can’t find her.. not that he has started looking, yet!
They is an open hit on her, one last present from daddy dearest.
More secrets, more drama, more enemies and so much more.
This one was so much more emotional than book one, we truly see how much they love each other even when they are apart.
Will Dante really be able to stop everyone?
Will Layla ever forgive herself?
Can they have a second chance?
Or will it all be ripped away, before the end?
I wasn’t ready for this book to be finished. I would have enjoyed a wee be more of the after everything at the end but I’m greedy🥴
- Mafia
- Age gap
- Enemies to lovers
- Touch her you die vibes
So here I am back in the world of Dante and Layla and I couldn’t be happier.
One of the things I loved most is we are back nearly exactly where book 1 finished, we don’t miss a single tortured moment. In book one we undiscovered that Layla was sent to Dante by her father to take him down one way or the other. However she can’t do it, she plays it through right till the bitter end but when it comes to pulling that trigger she just can’t. She never intended to fall so deeply in love with him.
Dante of course is destroyed that she betrayed him, but he never doubts her love for him. That can’t be faked, she isn’t that good of a liar. He tried to hate her, forget about her but we all knew that was never going to happen.. a love and obsession that they have doesn’t just disappear. He is nothing without her, frank got what he wanted to take something he loves most but will Dante really sit back and let him win? Ha not a chance.
Only there is more trouble than just the fact he can’t find her.. not that he has started looking, yet!
They is an open hit on her, one last present from daddy dearest.
More secrets, more drama, more enemies and so much more.
This one was so much more emotional than book one, we truly see how much they love each other even when they are apart.
Will Dante really be able to stop everyone?
Will Layla ever forgive herself?
Can they have a second chance?
Or will it all be ripped away, before the end?
I wasn’t ready for this book to be finished. I would have enjoyed a wee be more of the after everything at the end but I’m greedy🥴
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