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The Devil's Springtime Bride
One look at her pristine life, and I knew I'd ruin it all.
Jessica's perfect control calls to the darkness in me.
She may play at being untouchable…
But she's mine and we both know it.
She's been fighting me for months.
But our winter romance won’t be leaving with the holidays.
Not when the changing seasons bring something worse than flowers.
When threats start circling my fierce little lawyer,
I do what any good soldier would do.
I take action.
And she’s my next move.
She can pretend she doesn't crave the danger I bring.
But we both know better.
Now that I’ve got her all alone, I have one month to get her to admit it.
And by the time summer starts to heat up...
She’ll be mine in every way.
Read on A dark mafia romance featuring a possessive enforcer who'll burn down Chicago to protect what's his, and the high-powered lawyer who finally will fall. Get ready for forbidden attraction, high-stakes danger, and a happy ending in this Harley Quinn and Joker style romance.
Jessica's perfect control calls to the darkness in me.
She may play at being untouchable…
But she's mine and we both know it.
She's been fighting me for months.
But our winter romance won’t be leaving with the holidays.
Not when the changing seasons bring something worse than flowers.
When threats start circling my fierce little lawyer,
I do what any good soldier would do.
I take action.
And she’s my next move.
She can pretend she doesn't crave the danger I bring.
But we both know better.
Now that I’ve got her all alone, I have one month to get her to admit it.
And by the time summer starts to heat up...
She’ll be mine in every way.
Read on A dark mafia romance featuring a possessive enforcer who'll burn down Chicago to protect what's his, and the high-powered lawyer who finally will fall. Get ready for forbidden attraction, high-stakes danger, and a happy ending in this Harley Quinn and Joker style romance.
204 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 27, 2025
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April 4, 2025
"The Devil's Springtime Bride" presents a twisted and engaging tale of desire and control. Jessica, a lawyer who maintains a tight grip on her life, meets her match in Benito, a mafia enforcer who is drawn to her hidden darkness. The story follows their intense connection as Benito sets out to break down Jessica's walls and claim her. When threats emerge, Benito's possessiveness intensifies, setting the stage for a high-stakes and dramatic conflict.
The book explores themes of power, obsession, and the allure of the forbidden. It's a dark mafia romance that leans into the morally gray aspects of its characters. If you enjoy stories with complex characters, steamy encounters, and a plot that keeps you on the edge of your seat, this book delivers.
Rating: 3.75/5 stars
My Rating System:
1⭐️: The book didn’t hold my interest and/or had significant issues that overshadowed any redeeming qualities for me, but generally not my cup of tea. Most likely did not finish the book.
2⭐️: The book didn’t quite resonate with me, and while my experience wasn’t remarkable, I did finish it. It had some redeeming qualities and potential but fell short in execution. Recommendable, though with some reservations.
3⭐️: Good read, but didn’t quite stand out. Still worth recommending to others.
4⭐️: Really enjoyed it and stayed engaged throughout. Would read the book again. Definitely recommendable.
5⭐️: Incredible writing that made me deeply connect with the characters. I was completely absorbed in the world and didn’t want it to end. This book stayed with me even when I wasn’t reading it. I'd gladly reread it and highly recommend it to everyone!.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
The book explores themes of power, obsession, and the allure of the forbidden. It's a dark mafia romance that leans into the morally gray aspects of its characters. If you enjoy stories with complex characters, steamy encounters, and a plot that keeps you on the edge of your seat, this book delivers.
Rating: 3.75/5 stars
My Rating System:
1⭐️: The book didn’t hold my interest and/or had significant issues that overshadowed any redeeming qualities for me, but generally not my cup of tea. Most likely did not finish the book.
2⭐️: The book didn’t quite resonate with me, and while my experience wasn’t remarkable, I did finish it. It had some redeeming qualities and potential but fell short in execution. Recommendable, though with some reservations.
3⭐️: Good read, but didn’t quite stand out. Still worth recommending to others.
4⭐️: Really enjoyed it and stayed engaged throughout. Would read the book again. Definitely recommendable.
5⭐️: Incredible writing that made me deeply connect with the characters. I was completely absorbed in the world and didn’t want it to end. This book stayed with me even when I wasn’t reading it. I'd gladly reread it and highly recommend it to everyone!.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
March 25, 2025
A great, twisted story!
I really like stories with disturbed, twisted heroes and heroines and this one was a great one at that! A pristine yet cutthroat in court lawyer with a dark side, carefully concealed within her and a dark, bloodthirsty Mafia enforcer who sees behind the façade to the woman she really is. His. His soulmate. Jessica and Bennito are not your conventional heroes. They are twisted inside. They thrive in chaos. This whole book is Jessica’s journey to find her true, chaotic, bloodthirsty self. She is capable of dismantling everyone in and out of court. Bennito is the one to set her free. Twisted? Yes. Unredeemable? Maybe. But it was an unquestionably a great story that shows that even the most twisted souls have a match. What I find different to other Mafia stories is that both MCs are dark. There is no innocent damsel in distress in this one that the main hero is obsessed with. Bennito IS obsessed with Jessica because of her darkness, not her innocence. So, if you’re into this kind of stories, you’ll definitely enjoy this one. 4 stars.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I really like stories with disturbed, twisted heroes and heroines and this one was a great one at that! A pristine yet cutthroat in court lawyer with a dark side, carefully concealed within her and a dark, bloodthirsty Mafia enforcer who sees behind the façade to the woman she really is. His. His soulmate. Jessica and Bennito are not your conventional heroes. They are twisted inside. They thrive in chaos. This whole book is Jessica’s journey to find her true, chaotic, bloodthirsty self. She is capable of dismantling everyone in and out of court. Bennito is the one to set her free. Twisted? Yes. Unredeemable? Maybe. But it was an unquestionably a great story that shows that even the most twisted souls have a match. What I find different to other Mafia stories is that both MCs are dark. There is no innocent damsel in distress in this one that the main hero is obsessed with. Bennito IS obsessed with Jessica because of her darkness, not her innocence. So, if you’re into this kind of stories, you’ll definitely enjoy this one. 4 stars.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
March 21, 2025
Man this series just keeps getting better and better. When I think I have picked my favourite couple Kelani writes a new one and then I have a new favourite. I loved every single moment with this couple between Benito pushing Jessica past all her walls and letting her true self come out and be free from all of her control that she keeps on a tight leash. Jessica is all fire and control and keeps Benito on his toes as he protects his woman and keeps up the chase of breaking down all her walls. I laughed with a lot of the silliness and the whole development of their relationship. Nothing better than having a touch woman who doesn't back down from threats and faces things head on. I cannot wait to see what more Kelani has in store for us. This is a must read!!
March 28, 2025
This is the story of Benito and Jessica, they had a steamy and hot time together for a few months and she thought it was just temporary and left after that. What she didn't know is that they would meet again sooner than she thought when she is in danger and Benito protects her and keeps her safe because whether she knows it or not she is his and he will do anything to protect what is his. A delightful story that keeps your attention with enough steam and heat.
I received an Advance Reader copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received an Advance Reader copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
April 4, 2025
****Possible Triggers****
Jessica is a lawyer that is always in control of her environment. Benito is the man that notices this control and believes it is his duty to break it. Benito has decided that he will create and play a game of cat and mouse until Jessica relenquishes control. His breaking may involve passion and a lot of pain.
Jessica meets Benito because of a case that she is working on. This case also puts her in the crosshairs of another family that are the subjects of the case.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Jessica is a lawyer that is always in control of her environment. Benito is the man that notices this control and believes it is his duty to break it. Benito has decided that he will create and play a game of cat and mouse until Jessica relenquishes control. His breaking may involve passion and a lot of pain.
Jessica meets Benito because of a case that she is working on. This case also puts her in the crosshairs of another family that are the subjects of the case.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
March 18, 2025
Benito knew Jessica was his, but she belwoved it was just a winter r9mance living on thw wild sode. Now shes back to her job of lawyer but threats againat her bring Benito back and hes wanting more. Well written engaging steamy, desires action and more.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
March 26, 2025
She believes that the relationship between them is just a fling until danger arrives on her doorstep and Benito takes charge. This captivating story had me all caught up in Benito and Jessica.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
April 2, 2025
Different
I really liked this book because it wasn't predictable. The story line, the strong characters almost perfect. I only gave it four stars because I did find it several chapters a little slow. Saying that ,read this book! Shirley
I really liked this book because it wasn't predictable. The story line, the strong characters almost perfect. I only gave it four stars because I did find it several chapters a little slow. Saying that ,read this book! Shirley
May 10, 2025
The Devil’s Springtime Bride
Disappointed that it did not get past brooding until page 115. I kept thinking 🤔 it would get better but it didn’t! No bride vibes for the title? Surprised by KK.
Disappointed that it did not get past brooding until page 115. I kept thinking 🤔 it would get better but it didn’t! No bride vibes for the title? Surprised by KK.
August 29, 2025
Wicked spice. But plot? Barely there.
April 10, 2025
I liked the devil’s springtime bride which was Benito and Jessica’s story. I thought it was an intriguing read. I got a copy of the book and voluntarily leaving this review.
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