Beautiful Scar

The Brotherhood #2

by B.B. Hamel

I thought I was getting a surprise birthday party.
Instead, it’s a wedding, and I’m the unwilling bride.

Tigran Sarkissian is gorgeous brutality in a designer suit, and I’m shocked at how badly I want him from the moment we share our first kiss at the wedding altar.

I’m expected to move into his house, sleep in his bed, and carry his baby. No complaints.

Except I’m a recluse. I’ve been hiding away for the last twelve years.

Forget about marriage, I can barely go outside.

I don’t care if he’s got beautiful, rough hands and a filthy mouth. I refuse to fall head over heels when he strokes the ugly scar down my cheek.

My new husband might own my womb—but he won’t control me.

Right until a rival gang tries to destroy the alliance we’re creating, and an evil sicko from my past wants to finally kill me after all these years.

As I fight for my safety, I just might have to trust my possessive and psychotic husband to survive.

A brand new steamy arranged marriage mafia romance from best selling author BB Hamel! It's a standalone with no cliffhanger and a happily-ever-after guaranteed. Enjoy!!

Genres: Mafia Romance, Dark Romance, Romance, Dark, Contemporary, Contemporary Romance, Surprise Pregnancy

385 pages, Kindle Edition

Published April 4, 2025

About the author

I'm a long time reader, writer, and lover of Romance! Writing is my dream and my passion, and I want to share my stories with you.

I live in the Philadelphia area with my husband and two dogs.

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Reviews

[Irum · Rating 2 out of 5]

Sasha is genuinely so dull, my shoe has more personality than she does🤨

[Vee · Rating 4 out of 5]

4 stars

Tropes : mafia romance, big H x small h, age gap (7years), touch her and 💀, J/P H, arranged marriage, scarred h, slight agoraphobia h
Ending : HEA (had 1 daughter and trying for another)
Triggers : kidnapping, childhood trauma, violence, gore, mention of child abuse
Spice : 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️/5
Angst : 🔥🔥🔥/5
OM/OW drama : none
Intimacy details: virgin h, rough sex, no condom, spanking, oral, slight breeding kink
Standalone/Series : part of an interconnected series

Hero : Tigran Sarkissian (32)
Heroine: Dasha Zeitsev/Sarkissian (25)

I always loved mafia romance but mist of B.B Hamel’s book didn’t work for me that well. Thankfully I gave this one a chance because I would say this was the best book by B.B Hamel that I’d ever read.

I enjoyed this book although I skimmed a bit when I reached a couple pages before the epilogue. But nonetheless the story was well written. I loved how possessive and overbearing Tigran was. He went from uninterested to obsessed and I was loving it. I got the scenes I liked in books like this which was when they both found out Dasha was pregnant and Tigran was being over protective towards her.

He admitted he never wanted kids before but he liked his nephew and by the time Dasha was pregnant he soooo wanted the baby and even excited about it. Surely it was because of his feelings towards her.

At first he promised to Dasha she could lived her own life after she gave him a child but after falling in love with each other, he decided to play for keeps.

Truly enjoyed it amidst my hectic job tasks.

[Mandy Reads Indie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Quickie Review: This one started out great. And for the most part it was great the whole way through. I just wished for a little more angst in the story. But even with that angst lacking, it was a well told story with amazing romance between both Tigran and Dasha. They truly adored one another. And it was wonderful to see such a hardened mafia man be so patient and caring for a woman who was supposed to only be an arrangement. 5 Stars.

[Yolo_lets_read · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love me some Mafia men who fall hard for their women.

[Sue · Rating 3 out of 5]

Beautiful Scar by B.B. Hamel delivers a steamy, emotionally intense romance set against the violent, high-stakes world of the mafia. With its blend of forced proximity, reluctant attraction, and underworld intrigue, this story offers a gripping and passionate read.

Dasha has lived in near isolation for over a decade, hiding from a traumatic past that left both physical and emotional scars. So when she’s lured to what she thinks is a surprise birthday party—only to find herself in an arranged marriage to mafia boss Tigran Sarkissian—her world turns upside down. The marriage is meant to solidify a powerful alliance between rival families, but Dasha is far from a willing bride.

Tigran is known for his cold ruthlessness and commanding presence, but behind the sharp suits and icy demeanor lies a man who’s more complex than he first appears. From their first kiss at the altar, the chemistry between them crackles. As Dasha fights against the expectations forced upon her, Tigran begins to break down her walls—not with softness, but with a dark, possessive devotion that’s as confusing as it is compelling.

The romance is a slow-burn that thrives on tension. Dasha resists falling for a man she’s supposed to fear, while Tigran becomes increasingly drawn to her strength, scars and all. Their relationship is filled with power struggles, heated glances, and moments of surprising tenderness that slowly shift their connection from reluctant alliance to something deeper. The emotional intimacy develops in step with the physical, making their bond feel earned despite the unconventional beginning.

Woven through this emotional journey is the gritty reality of mafia life. The book paints a vivid picture of this dangerous world—where loyalty is currency, enemies lurk in every shadow, and violence simmers just beneath the surface. Tigran isn’t just a name in the criminal world—he’s a man in constant control, making calculated moves to protect his empire and, unexpectedly, his new wife. When a rival gang threatens the fragile alliance and a figure from Dasha’s past resurfaces with deadly intent, their relationship is tested not only by emotion but survival.

Beautiful Scar is a dark and addictive romance with strong mafia elements and a heroine fighting to reclaim her agency. It’s a story of control, desire, and unlikely trust, perfect for readers who enjoy dominant anti-heroes, arranged marriage tropes, and the thrill of love blooming in dangerous places.

[Sarah · Rating 4 out of 5]

Med burn

[Nicole · Rating 5 out of 5]

Beautiful Scar is the second installment the Brotherhood Series. A full-length standalone novel with no cheating or cliffhanger and a guaranteed happily-ever-after. A beautifully written story with complex individuals and a fascinating storyline that captures the reader from the start and keeps you riveted and turning the pages. The story is interconnected with characters from the previous book making appearance and contributing to the story to enhance it. This is Tigran and Dasha story which is told from a dual point of view. An absorbing addictive and unputdownable read. Hang on to your kindle and brace yourself for this tantalizing rollercoaster ride filled with tension, emotions, angst and action. A twisted, thrilling and spicy story. This story demands to be read and screamed escape from the everyday life and gave that something extra that I didn't know that I needed.
♟️Enemies-to-Lovers Romance
☑️Hate-to-Love Vibes Romance
♟️Forced Proximity Romance
♟️Arranged Marriage Romance
☑️Protective Alpha Hero
🤰Surprise Baby
☠️Dark Mafia Romance
👰‍♂️Forced Marriage
☑️Eight Years Gap
🔥Steamy, intense sex scenes
Dasha as been through a very traumatic experience which has shaped her life for the last couple years of her life. She's a twenty- five year old recluse who have been isolated in her father's home for the last twelve years except for going to school and then after that she stayed hidden away from the world. She was kidnapped held captive, caged and torture at thirteen years old because of something having to do with her father Semaus who's apart of the mafia. She was beaten and scarred on her beautiful face this made her stay inside because of her self consciousness. She suffers from severe panic attacks and anxiety. Dasha is the last blood relative to the pakhan of the Zeitsev Bratva who's unmarried. Dasha was told by her brother that her dad was throwing her a surprise birthday party for her twenty fifth birthday. She thought that she was going to her surprise birthday day when her dad pick them up.
She was surprised and confused when they pull up to a church and a catholic church that given fact that they're Russians. He tricked her to get her outside to marry her off. And tells her that he didn't have a choice and knows that she would be a good Dashenka and that her brother was a paragon and an embarrassment. She wanted to be good for her father and walked into the church but she immediately got a panic attack and fall on her face. Tigran immediately went to her side and talked her through it. She was wondering how she can she marry a complete stranger that she doesn't know anything about, when she even leave her room. Thirty-three year old Tigran Sarkisian is a powerful important member of the Armenian Brotherhood. The Armenian Brotherhood and the Zeitsev Bratva had been fighting and killing each other on and off for a very long time. The two getting married for an alliance. Bringing together the Brotherhood and the Zeitsev Bratva is going to completely change the power dynamics on the East Coast.
All Tigran has to do is stay married to Dasha and get her pregnant and it as to be done by the end of the year unless the alliance means nothing. The two were the bridge bringing both organization together. With their combined alliance they will force all the other families to their knees. The Italian and the Irish mob doesn't want this alliance to work. The Armenian Brotherhood owns Baltimore just like the Zeitsev Bratva owns a large chunk of Philadelphia. The two moved to Baltimore the next day after the wedding. Tigran never asked any question about Dasha before they met he was knew that he had to do it for his patron. But after Dasha had another panic attack the next morning at their hotel he knew that he had to fine out everything about her. He was pissed off with her dad for not explaining the situation before hand instead of thrusting her into it.
Tigran is an enforcer for the Armenian Brotherhood. Whatever is patron wants him to take care of he does it. He's his knife. His killer. His enforcer. Tigran is vicious, ruthless and sociopathic. He have killed at least a dozen of his own family members uncles, cousins, aunts anyone who wouldn't accept his brother's control. They're terrified of him in Baltimore. Dasha is beautiful, strong, and sometimes fiery. Tigran is always rough, heartless and cold-blooded until Dasha came into his life. He fines himself more patient understanding, and supportive. She brings out a softer side in him one he didn't know he possessed. Tigran promise Dasha that he would let her go and even buy her a house in Philadelphia near her after she had the baby. The more time they spent together he finds himself becoming possessive and obsessed with his little pint size wife. Dasha wasn't going to make it easy for Tigran and would often rebel against him.
Their chemistry was electrifying and sex was steamy and sensual. As they work through this uncharted water in working to ensure that the alliance is successful a rival wants to destroy, the alliance that they were creating and the evil sicko from her past wants to finally kill her after these years. The two have gotten close had feels safe with her psychotic husband. Beautiful Scars is filled with violence, danger, attacks, twists and turns, mystery, suspense, pain and hurt, fear, drama, threats, deception, darkness, healing, madness, survival, resilience, revelations, revenge, retaliation, betrayal, humor, trauma, dominance, submission, consensual intense rough sex, bloodshed, love, alliance, lies, dark hidden secrets and so much more. Can Tigran protect and keep Dasha from her past torturer? Can they ever trust her father? Will they get their HEA?

I received an advanced copy of this book via Booksprout and I am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Sandy S · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.25stars-BEAUTIFUL SCAR is the second instalment in BB Hamel’s contemporary, adult, Mafia romance series of stand alone story lines. This is thirty-three year old, Armenian Brotherhood enforcer and second in command Tigran Sarkissian, and twenty-four year old Dasha Zeitsev’s story line. BEAUTIFUL SCAR can be read as a stand alone without any difficulty. Any important information from the previous story lines is revealed where necessary. Tigran is the brother of the new head of the Armenian Brotherhood Patron Arsen Sarkissian.

NOTE: Due to the nature of the story lie premise, there may be triggers for more sensitive readers.

Told from dual first person perspectives (Tigran and Dasha) BEAUTIFUL SCAR follows in the wake of the arranged marriage between thirty-three year old, Armenian Brotherhood enforcer and second in command Tigran Sarkissian, and twenty-four year old Dasha Zeitsev. Serge Zeitsev has sold his daughter to the Armenian Brotherhood in the hopes of securing more power for the Zeitsev Russian Bratva but Serge never told his twenty-four year old daughter Dasha that her future was no longer her own, and our heroine is about to discover that married to the Armenian assassin comes with its’ own trial and errors. The marriage between Dasha and Tigran was to help secure a tentative treaty between the powers that control Philadelphia and Baltimore but an attack on our heroine pushes the Armenian’s into a war of deathly vengeance.

The world building follows Dasha and Tigran’s developing romance and relationship as the previously shy and reclusive Dasha slowly comes into her own. Determined again never to be a victim, Dasha is determined to prove she is a worthy wife of our story line hero but as Tigran prepares for war, vengeance and the past refuse to back down.

The relationship between Dasha and Tigran begins as an arrangement, an arrangement Dasha knows nothing about. Having remained a virtual prisoner for close to twelve years, Dasha struggles with the new pathways opened, and the man with whom she will fall in love. The $ex scenes are intimate, provocative and intense.

The secondary and supporting characters are colorful and determined. We are introduced to Dasha’s brother Evan Zeitsev, and their father Serge; as well as the return of Tigran’s brother Arsen and his wife Lena, their aunt Sona; Tigran’s chef/security Vito; driver Damian. The requisite evil has many faces.

BEAUTIFUL SCAR is a story of betrayal and vengeance, obsession and madness, secrets and lies, power and control, family and relationships, acceptance and love. The premise is dramatic, edgy and dark; the romance is passionate and heated; the characters are desperate, charismatic and strong.

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[Mafia Wife · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a stand alone story, but I recommend that you read Midnight Wedding first as you will meet the MMC and his family/bratva and get their backstory much of which is not deeply covered in this one. She is a Russian bratva princess. When she was a teenager, she was kidnapped and hurt leaving her physically and emotionally scarred. Since then she has been almost a recluse not wanting to leave her home. The night of her birthday, her father has planned what she thinks is a surprise birthday party, but turns out to be an arranged marriage to the Armenian bratva. She has no choice but to go through with it. He is a fierce fighter, known for brutality, but something about her tames the beast within him. His fierce protectiveness comfort her and make her feel safe in a way she hasn't in years. This was a really good story, and I am a pretty tough critic. There was an arc of mafia/bratva danger, but the story stayed true to the romance being the focus and you never got distracted from that. You also watched him fall and fall hard for her, while allowing it to unfold, the author did not throw in petty drama between them or overly exaggerated protestations. Instead their relationship built as you would expect it to, and this was a refreshing change from stories where they try to throw in the 3rd act breakup/drama. Instead the author let the mafia drama be the drama and let the couple build at a natural flow which just really endeared you to him especially. You feel invested in these two as they bring out the best in each other and find a bond together. Their spice is hot, and builds from the very beginning. He has a filthy mouth and brings out every secret desire she has had unapologetically. It will melt the panties right off you. He will absolutely burn everything to the ground to protect his girl. I enjoyed Midnight Wedding, but I loved this one even more. I am a big fan of mafia romance but have been disappointed lately by some half hearted attempts. This one was not one of those. This is good from start to finish, and I read it that way...all in one sitting....couldn't put it down.

I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Vic · Rating 5 out of 5]

In Beautiful Scar, Dasha has been hiding away for years in her bedroom. She went through something traumatic as a kid and now can’t even leave her house. For the first time in 12 years, she’s finally brave enough to leave the house to celebrate her birthday. However, when she goes to meet her dad, she arrives at a church and she is walking into her own wedding. She is told she has to get married to Tigran Sarkissian. She is expected to move into his house and carry his child. She doesn’t know how she’s gonna do this. She’s basically a hermit but she has no choice.

Tigran Sarkissian is the second to the head of the Brotherhood,a crime syndicate. He is known as the knife because he kills for his patron. He is also known as an unhinged psychopath. However, the minute they meet, Dasha is instantly attracted to her new husband and Tigran’s is intrigued by Dasha. Everyone sees her as someone who keeps to herself, but when she’s around him, she shows her fire and that makes Tigran respect her and wanna get to know her.

B.B Hamel took us back into brotherhood’s bloody wars. Only this time, it’s with people who want to kill Dasha. I feel bad for her right away, but we get to know a softer side to Tigran when he is around her. Who knew someone as ruthless as him could be gentle? I love how protective he becomes of her even though he’s also extremely obsessive. I like that we also see Dasha open up and come out of her shell with his help. This book took me by surprise because I fell for the characters and cried so much during certain scenes. It was such an emotional roller coaster. I’m so excited to continue this series and I cannot wait for the next book.

[Debbie Lyon · Rating 5 out of 5]

Beautiful Story!

First of all I want to say I have always love B.B.Hamel story's but this one is my favorite by far,it's has heart,feelings and love and don't forget kindness!Dasha is a woman who hides behind her face,she won't come out of room,her house,she has been like that for years.Until the day her father tricks her out of the house and ends up in front of church,she finds out that she has to get married, she fights it tooth and nail and she faints and wakes up in the lap of her new husband.Trigran couches her threw the wedding.He makes a deal with her,she has her own set of rooms in his house and she gladly tears it apart,he has to tell her the secret that her father couldn't tell her but when he does he makes a deal ,after he gets her pregnant and she has the baby he will buy her a house back home and she can go there,she accepts. She is still in a shell but he treats he like a goddess.He evens gets her to dress and go to a meeting for the brotherhood but right in front of them the car explodes so she goes back in her shell but Trigan doest give up on her and they slowly learning about each other.This story doesn't end here,they do lose more men who met something to Trigan and now Dasha and they maybe war but Trigan isn't going let anymore harm come to his little kitten!This story does have a happy ending for both Trigan and Dasha,no more hidden secrets between the both,she feels more comfortable and the walls start falling down and Trigan doesn't have to buy her a house back home!

[Korkoi · Rating 5 out of 5]

A Love Worth Fighting For -
Dasha had become a recluse ever since her attack, so she was shocked to find out what her father had done, but she knew she had no choice that to accept her father’s plan for her. Tigran felt a connection a connection with Dasha from the moment he laid eyes on her, but he knew he had to tread carefully after seeing how skittish she was around people. Unfortunately, Dasha’s life was put in danger not long after they got married, which sent Tigran on a quest to destroy the perpetrators.

However, just when Tigran and Dasha thought their problems had been resolved, another one pop up in the form of the person who put her through hell and caused her to become a recluse. The return of Dasha’s captor led to the discovery of long held secrets, which gave her the confidence to stand up for herself and work with Tigran to remove the threat from her life permanently. As luck would have it, Dasha was able to not only heal from the trauma of her past, but also get the happily ever after and family she truly deserved.

This was a gripping story with enough twists and action-packed moments to keep me glued to the pages and unable to stop reading once I started. The drama and suspense had me eagerly turning the pages and waiting to see how the story was going to end. I just need to say congratulations B. B. Hamel, you have added another captivating book to your portfolio and I hope to enjoy more of your amazing books in the future.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and I am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Ms. Shawn · Rating 5 out of 5]

Dashenka Zeitsev is turning 25. She has spent the last 12 years basically being a recluse. She helps around her father’s house but does not normally leave the house. She has a scar that runs from her cheek to her chin. Her father, Serge, is one of the Pakhan’s most trusted advisors. Her brother Evan gets in the car with Dasha and their father. The siblings think their father has a birthday surprise for Dasha. Boy are they surprised.

They arrive outside of a Catholic Church and Dasha is confused. They are met by the Pakhan himself, Valentin Zeitsev. As a group of men approach, Valentin tells Serge that they will be starting in 5 minutes. Valentin intercepts the strangers but one of them stares straight at Dasha. He is tall and handsome.

Tigran Sarkissian is a powerful, important member of the Armenian Brotherhood. His brother Arsen is the Patron of the family and Tigran is the second in command. They are making Dasha marry Tigran to form an alliance between the Russians in Pennsylvania and the Armenians in Baltimore. He is the man that Dasha thought was tall, dark and handsome. Tigran is upset that no one told Dasha abut the arranged marriage. He is also upset that Dasha was not told about the stipulation of their marriage.

I loved that Tigran felt protective of Dasha from the very beginning. He saw an inner strength in her that no one else did. I liked that Dasha had feelings for Tigran even if she did not know what they meant. Another strong story.

I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[lf · Rating 5 out of 5]

What she thinks makes her ugly only makes her more beautiful to him

Beautiful Scar is another fantastic reading experience from author B.B. Hamel. This story takes you on an emotional roller-coaster ride that definitely flips you upside down and then turns you inside out. It is about Dasha and Tigran. She is a Russian Bratva Princess who has not left the family house for twelve years. She had been kidnapped when she was a teenager and it left her with both emotional and physical scars, which she is not able to forget. Tigran's family is an Armenian Mafia family and he is about to do his duty when he is arranged to marry Dasha, thus linking the two families. But as Dasha does not leave the house her family tricks her and she ends up at the alter getting married before she can even process what is happening. These two do not know each other and the story dives head first into them navigating a new relationship, and all that goes with it. But there are also others that are determined to do them harm, and that includes the maniac who wants to finish what was started when she was a teenager. Dasha will discover her own strength and Tigran will fight to protect what is his from anyone or thing that wants to do her harm.

[Simply Adventures · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5 stars.
Average.

so I actually enjoyed this one. it is a little long-winded and they probably could have reduced it by like 40 or 50 pages but it's not bad and I'm assuming it might be setting up for other books eventually because they didn't answer a backstory information in this book. for instance we know that the mmc's brother is actually her cousin I think and so is the MMC brother is actually his cousin. we do get the answer about the mmc's brother and who his mom is and she does play a pretty big role in the story as a side character.

the FMC is okay although her internal dialogue about how she is supposed to act is kind of odd like how she thinks she's supposed to be meek and submissive but I'm not sure if that's because she's part of the mafia or if that's because she thinks that by doing that she's not seen and won't get kidnapped again I'm not 100% sure but it's never really discussed. but it probably could have been solved easily by adding a line saying something like I need to remember my etiquette training... or something.

I like that her brother really had her back.

[Liz · Rating 4 out of 5]

Not bad. The story dragged in the middle, But other than that, there was some action, mostly violent stuff, and some spice. The chemistry between the MCs was good. The MMC did his thing... he started out a-holey but he seemed to like the FMC right away. He took care of his wife, protected her, made sure she was comfortable in his house, got revenge for his wife, etc. My only thing with the FMC was the fact that she had not left her house in 12 years, yet she almost instantly felt okay at the MMC's house. There were some instances where she had a panic attack. It's just... I expected more freaking out on her end since she was a recluse and stayed inside for so many years.

Also the MCs were trying to get pregnant so they had sex a bunch of times. The FMC started experiencing morning sickness soon after but had absolutely no idea why she was vomiting for days. She knew how to touch herself and mentioned that she watched 🌽, so I know she couldn't be that dense. Maybe if her character was fleshed out a bit more, I could understand her more but some of her actions didn't make sense to me.

Overall, the book was entertaining enough to finish.

[JL Roberts · Rating 3 out of 5]

After a traumatic past event that left both physical and emotional scars, Dasha, has been in seclusion, never leaving her home, but on her 25th birthday her father sends her brother to bring her somewhere, she's thinking a surprise birthday party, but turns out it's a wedding. Her wedding. She is to wed Tigran Sarkissian and together their union will make their families stronger than ever, but there's a condition. They must produce an heir. Now Dasha is in a new city, in a new house and trying to adjust to her new surroundings and to her new husband. It's definitely a rough adjustment, but Tigran is sweet and caring and makes her feel safe. Safe enough to start exploring her new home, brave enough to slowly start to do things that she wouldn't even think she could ever do. He also makes her start to feel things she never knew she could feel. Only there's a new danger and it seems to be targeted towards her.
Absolutely loved Tigran and his love, understanding and patience he had towards Dasha and her condition. How protective and fierce he became for her. How brutal he became towards his enemies who even thought about his wife.

[Dora · Rating 5 out of 5]

Tigran Sarkissian, a relentless cold-blooded killer from the Armenian clan, did his duty, and to none other than a scarred, young Russian woman filled with anxieties. Dasha had become a recluse, living an empty life, unable to overcome the nightmare that had destroyed her life. But in the blink of an eye, everything she knew was about to change, and she suspected it was for the worse. The narratives captivated me with Dasha's emotions, which were present at every moment, and the way she struggled to keep them under control made me think. I was struck by how Tigran's past had affected him, his feelings of guilt, and how he overwhelmed Dasha with his need to protect her. I think the strong attraction between them was also influenced by the painful emotions they kept bottled up. I was saddened by their losses, I enjoyed the family bonding, I was entertained by the bartering, and above all, by the changes in Dasha's personality. Lots of action, suspense, strong emotions, violence, romance, and passion.

[GKP2460 · Rating 5 out of 5]

Beautiful Scar is a fantastic, dark, surprise, arranged marriage read and is Dasha and Tigran's story. The marriage between Dasha, a relative of the Pakhan of the Zietsev Bratva and Tigran, the Enforcer and brother of the Patron of Armenian Brotherhood is meant to unite families. But when the bride suffers from anxiety, is a recluse and her father fails to tell her about the impending marriage, well it could very easily all fall apart. Beautiful Scar is amazing as always with this author. It's an intense journey of danger, chaos, action and obsession that keeps you on the edge of your seat from start to finish. I absolutely LOVE Tigran! He's so completely understanding, supporting and gentle with Dasha. It's hard to imagine the man he is with her vs the man he is within the Brotherhood. And he's everything Dasha needed to bring her out into the real world. Their journey is definitely not without trouble (remember obsession) but as a family, there's nothing they can't achieve. Sit back, buckle up and enjoy this fantastic ride!

[Claudia, Cmarie927 · Rating 5 out of 5]

What I really like about this author is how she makes those scary Mafia and Bratva men fall for the heroines. This series is so addictive that I was eager to continue the storyline. (if you are familiar with the previous ones, you understand my point). Loyal, powerful, protective, vicious, and irresistibly sexy—these men are the epitome of what’s expected of men in their world.

The situation between the Armenian and Russian families has been slowly, but noticeably, improving. The union of Tigran and Dasha in arranged marriage will create a lasting bond between their families. A forced marriage is a serious problem for Dasha, given the considerable trauma she’s already endured. Arsen’s dangerous enforcer, Tigran, performs his duty to the family with reluctance. Everything changes when Dasha faints while walking down the aisle, and quite literally falls for him.

Despite their difficulties, the characters’ sizzling chemistry ignited the pages, making the steamy scenes a captivating read. The author’s depiction of danger, challenge, conflict, and bloodshed held my attention from beginning to end. I found Dasha’s transition from introversion to confidence inspiring, particularly given Tigran’s strong support of her. Just soo good!!

I highly recommend this series, and this author. This suspenseful read was engaging, addictive, and exactly what I look for. It was a wild ride, and I flew through it! While each story can be enjoyed individually, I found reading them in sequence more rewarding. When you’ve completed this, I recommend another story by this talented author. Absolutely worth your time.

I received an ARC of this book (thank you) and am voluntarily leaving my review.

[Paige · Rating 4 out of 5]

Tropes: Mafia-Romance, touch her and d*e, traumatised FMC, surprise arranged marriage, HEA.

This mafia romance follows FMC Dasha and MMC Tigran who are pushed into an arranged marriage. FMC Dasha is dealing with trauma following a kidnapping when she was a child and struggles with leaving her bedroom so the arranged marriage is a pretty frightening and unexpected turn for her- to say the least.

What starts as an arrangement quickly turns into a real relationship and significant personal growth for FMC Dasha.

We first meet MMC Tigran in 'Midnight Wedding' and I would highly recommend reading this book before 'Beautiful Scar' as it's important to understand Tigrans back story.

I was incredibly excited to see Tigrans story come to life and this book was worth the wait. His inner monologue is surprising considering his reputation and actions in Midnight Wedding.

P.s, hoping we get a book for Dashas brother, Evan.

I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Rozebudzz · Rating 4 out of 5]

Dasha and Tigran

Dasha was kidnapped and scarred when she was 11. She’s been a recluse ever since. But on her birthday, she’s summoned by her father to attend a party and unrealistically, she thinks it’s a surprise party for her. Why would she think that when she has never left her house, she has no friends, and she’s afraid of her own shadow? Anyway that’s the day she meets and marries Tigran and moves to Baltimore.
I do like that Dasha turns out to have some fire and a bit of rebellion in her. It took awhile for her to show her spine but Tigran was patient and believed in her. Their love story progressed at a steady pace. Tigran was obsessed and possessive but everything he did was to bring Dasha out of her shell.
The scar mentioned in the title was really only referred to a couple times and was not a significant part of the plot. It never mattered to Tigran. There’s so much more to Dasha than her scar and Tigran always knew it.

Dual POV, no cheating, no OW/OM drama, some family drama, and a beautiful HEA.

[Adri · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read and read and blearly eyed red till I finished it. Glued to the pages!
Beautiful Scar was worth the staying up for.
I loved how it started. From the the very beginning I am drawn into their world. Love the interconectedess with Midnight Wedding.
I am totallly in Book love with Tigran, Whats Not to love…
Dasha is pretty amazing herself.

Spice pressent so if you adverse to spicy food this one is not for you ;)
If you like spice mixed into your story you are in for a treat.

BB’s Humor also lightens some darker moments and I was giggeling a few times.
“Not so bad, huh? Does that mean you’re falling for our resident brooding gargoyle?” I snort and cover my mouth. “Gargoyle?” “Yeah, you know, all made of stone and a little scary.”
BB Hamel. Beautiful-Scar-BBs-Book-Addic (p. 234). Kindle Edition.

I cant wait for the next book BB… Im guessing we will see more of our newest badboy hacker?

[Michele · Rating 5 out of 5]

Is this an arranged marriage gone wrong or right?
I fell in love with Dasha despite her past trauma to work up the courage to go to what she believes is her birthday party given by her father with the help of her brother. To say the complete opposite is planned wouldn’t be an understatement. When Dasha passes out, it’s her future husband, Tigran to the rescue and the spark between the two comes to life! I am beyond impressed with Tigran’s patience and protectiveness with Dasha as he never saw himself in a relationship except for the brotherhood. When their marriage has the added caveat of needing an heir within the year to cement the alliance, it leads to all sorts of mayhem with the enemy. When Dasha’s past is woven with her present, you’ll learn to to hate her father and trust in Tigran more. How will it all end? You have to read to find out and don’t expect to put the book down until you turn the last page!

[Judy · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a great addition to the An Arranged Marriage Romance which is one steamy dark love story. When the Russian’s and Armenian’s come to a truce through marriage we find Tigran the Enforcer who steps up to marry Dasha a recluse due to a horrific past is blindsided on her 25th birthday. Tigran sees something special in Dasha becoming a husband no one ever saw coming, protective once she faints before their wedding. These two have chemistry and trust building between them which allows Dasha the chance to start living. As they discover what marriage means for them Tigran brutally eliminates the Irish who are trying to end Dasha and the alliance. Dasha’s past becomes a reality forcing her father’s secrets out giving Tigran the opportunity to shows his force of power as nothing will get in his way to protect Dasha and their chance at Family and Love! I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[MrsL · Rating 4 out of 5]

Ever since Dasha was kidnapped when she was 13, she has become something of a recluse. The experience left her emotionally and physically scarred. When her father springs a surprise birthday party on her she, very reluctantly, agrees to go out with him and her brother, Evan. However, when they pull up at a church alarm bells start ringing. This can't be right, can it? It seems she's the guest of honour at her wedding, except she's the only one that didn't know. Her groom, Tigran Sarkissian, is not a gentle man; however, even he can she that she's on the verge of panicking and strangely she brings out his protective side, as well as righteous anger aimed at her father.

The building trust and relationship between Dasha and Tigran grows as do his feelings for her. He's determined to find out who caused her trauma and make them pay.

Another great story from this author.

I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Gwen Smith-leak · Rating 5 out of 5]

Dasha has been in her room for a lot years she has long scar on her face . Then one day she was told to get dress for a party.. It was her birthday so she guess maybe it for her. . Later that day she finds out she’s getting married to somebody she doesn’t know.. She notices this cute guy, but doesn’t think anything much about it.. She has big anxieties about things so she has to think about it before she can do anything.. because she’ll talk herself out of it. Tigran and Dasha get married. . He a perfect, perfect gentlemen..Tells her he won’t force her.. It a beautiful story on how she grows out her insecurities. He finds out . It not just a Mafia wedding. he tinks of his little Doll all the time. . There’re some danger in this story but you love the chemistry between them and how she matures.

[CherylB · Rating 5 out of 5]

This story is about Dasha a young woman who has been a recluse for ten years. On her twenty fifth birthday she thinks she’s going to a surprise birthday party. But it turns out to be her wedding. Surprise! She has been given to Tigran Sarkissian to cement and alliance with her Bratva family to his Armenian Brotherhood. She is scared and in a constant anxiety attack. How is she going to move to another city with a stranger when she has hardly left her room? But Tigran turns out to have a softer side. He is supportive and understanding for an enforcer. But not everyone is on board with this alliance. The Irish mob is trying to kill Dasha. Can Tigran protect her? Can they make this marriage work? This is a fast paced story with lots of steamy scenes full of humor and romance. There are enough plot twists to keep me reading way past my bedtime.

[Cindy Jones · Rating 4 out of 5]

This story was amazingly written and very hard to put down. It was a great mafia read with suspense and romance.

Tigran is cold-blooded and very hard. Dasha has been a recluse for many years due to a troubling childhood. Her father and brother take her to a church. It comes as a surprise that she has been arranged to be married to Tigran. She is understandably upset because they don't know each other but Tigran comforts her.

Dasha is an amazing character. She is shy but then her personality comes out and shows that she is very strong. She expects Tigran to be hard with her but he is very caring and sweet. This is a must read. Another amazingly written book by this great author. I look forward to reading more.

I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Kathi · Rating 5 out of 5]

Stunning Arranged Mafia Marriage Romance!

Dasha has been a recluse in her room for a decade after an event the reader does not know about, yet. Pulled out on her 25th birthday, it is not a birthday celebration, but an arranged surprise marriage.

Tigran is enamored with his bride, he disapproves of how this is sprung on her, and is protective as Dasha faints mid church. Her scarred face is a sign of survival for him. Pulled into an impossible situation, we are treated to Tigran pulling the fire out of Dasha and she blossoms under his challenge and approval.

Mafia dangers, politics, and so much more. Family is not always a good thing. It is spicy, challenging, dangerous, and an amazing journey for this previously quiet woman. This story is really special.

***** I am voluntarily leaving my honest review of this book *****