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Vicious Sinners #1
Devious Secrets
She thought she could steal from me. Now she belongs to me.
I saw her the moment she walked into my club. She tried to blend in, slipping through the room with a stolen uniform and a tray of champagne. But I don't miss a damn thing in my empire-especially not a little thief with ice-blue eyes and a body made for sin.
When I catch her in my office, fingers on the secrets that keep my empire from burning, I give her a choice- confess who sent her, or learn exactly what it means to cross a Volkov.
She runs. I hunt. And when I take her, it's not just my secrets I'm keeping.
Now she's in my bed, my world, bound by my rules. She should be terrified. She should hate me for breaking her down, for making her crave the punishment as much as the pleasure.
Because I'll burn kingdoms to the ground before I let her go.
I saw her the moment she walked into my club. She tried to blend in, slipping through the room with a stolen uniform and a tray of champagne. But I don't miss a damn thing in my empire-especially not a little thief with ice-blue eyes and a body made for sin.
When I catch her in my office, fingers on the secrets that keep my empire from burning, I give her a choice- confess who sent her, or learn exactly what it means to cross a Volkov.
She runs. I hunt. And when I take her, it's not just my secrets I'm keeping.
Now she's in my bed, my world, bound by my rules. She should be terrified. She should hate me for breaking her down, for making her crave the punishment as much as the pleasure.
Because I'll burn kingdoms to the ground before I let her go.
274 pages, Paperback
Published May 16, 2025
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May 30, 2025
Well, hello, Daddy Alexander
😈
𝐏𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞. 𝐋𝐞𝐭 𝐦𝐞 𝐜💦𝐦𝐞, 𝐝𝐚𝐝𝐝𝐲. 𝐅—𝐤, 𝐛𝐚𝐛𝐲, 𝐜💦𝐦𝐞. 𝐂💦𝐦𝐞 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐦𝐲 🍆.
𝐈 𝐡𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮.
𝐈 𝐬𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐞.
𝐌𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐧, 𝐢𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐰𝐚𝐬 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐡𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐦𝐞,—𝐈 𝐩𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐛𝐞𝐝—𝐈 𝐧𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐰𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐭𝐨 𝐥𝐢𝐤𝐞 𝐦𝐞.
I loved Alexander and Megan's story. Now I need Mira and Rurik’s book! 😍
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𝐏𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞. 𝐋𝐞𝐭 𝐦𝐞 𝐜💦𝐦𝐞, 𝐝𝐚𝐝𝐝𝐲. 𝐅—𝐤, 𝐛𝐚𝐛𝐲, 𝐜💦𝐦𝐞. 𝐂💦𝐦𝐞 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐦𝐲 🍆.
𝐈 𝐡𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮.
𝐈 𝐬𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐞.
𝐌𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐧, 𝐢𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐰𝐚𝐬 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐡𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐦𝐞,—𝐈 𝐩𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐛𝐞𝐝—𝐈 𝐧𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐰𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐭𝐨 𝐥𝐢𝐤𝐞 𝐦𝐞.
I loved Alexander and Megan's story. Now I need Mira and Rurik’s book! 😍
May 10, 2025
What a cracker of a story! Ms. Stone is well-versed in the mafia lifestyle, and if this is the standard we can expect from this new series, then we are in for a treat. I loved this Mafia-themed story because it was so entertaining and fast-paced. I wanted to savor and take my time, but I was so caught up in the mystery, danger, and intrigue that I plowed through the book without a break. This is a contemporary romance with dark elements, but not too dark. I enjoyed the game of cat and mouse, as well as the push and pull between Megan and Alexander.
Megan ended up under Alexander’s control after being caught trying to steal information from a club owned by the Volkov Mafia Family. What a merry dance she led him on. Megan constantly challenged Alexander, was sassy and feisty, and was always quick with a retort. I laughed at her humorous banter and how she went toe to toe with Alexander, but she had met her match in him.
Alexander was the quintessential Mafia Boss—the antihero of my dreams. He was dark, dangerous, brutal, and unafraid to get his hands dirty. I admired his strength, warmth, and love for Megan. Yes, she drove him crazy, which led to delicious punishments, and let's not forget the explosive chemistry between them.
This was storytelling at its finest. It was smooth, flowed well, and was a joy to read, and I was left wanting more from these characters. Bring on the next installment sooner rather than later.
Megan ended up under Alexander’s control after being caught trying to steal information from a club owned by the Volkov Mafia Family. What a merry dance she led him on. Megan constantly challenged Alexander, was sassy and feisty, and was always quick with a retort. I laughed at her humorous banter and how she went toe to toe with Alexander, but she had met her match in him.
Alexander was the quintessential Mafia Boss—the antihero of my dreams. He was dark, dangerous, brutal, and unafraid to get his hands dirty. I admired his strength, warmth, and love for Megan. Yes, she drove him crazy, which led to delicious punishments, and let's not forget the explosive chemistry between them.
This was storytelling at its finest. It was smooth, flowed well, and was a joy to read, and I was left wanting more from these characters. Bring on the next installment sooner rather than later.
May 20, 2025
Received from The Next Step PR. Voluntarily reviewing and all opinions are objective and my own.
This is a story of Megan and Alexander. She is a very naive girl who attempts to do something very stupid to one of the mafia leaders. Then you have Alexander, who is the leader of one of the mafia families and catches Megan in the act and forces her to come home with him. This is book of the Vicious Sinners series and the Volkov family.
This book was a great read, if you could get over how naïve and stupid the FMC is. She goes and tries to steal something from Alexander who is the head of the Volkou family, and when he catches her, she still thinks she can just walk away. She never really understands how much trouble is in even when he shows her in true mafia form. Alexander is the eldest brother and is a massive jerk in the beginning of the book, however his growth is something to be respected.
I gave this book four stars as it was very well written and the MMC made me fall in love with him. However, if I was judging based solely on the FMC I would have DNF’d it as she became almost to much to handle and she made me yell at the book a few times.
This is a story of Megan and Alexander. She is a very naive girl who attempts to do something very stupid to one of the mafia leaders. Then you have Alexander, who is the leader of one of the mafia families and catches Megan in the act and forces her to come home with him. This is book of the Vicious Sinners series and the Volkov family.
This book was a great read, if you could get over how naïve and stupid the FMC is. She goes and tries to steal something from Alexander who is the head of the Volkou family, and when he catches her, she still thinks she can just walk away. She never really understands how much trouble is in even when he shows her in true mafia form. Alexander is the eldest brother and is a massive jerk in the beginning of the book, however his growth is something to be respected.
I gave this book four stars as it was very well written and the MMC made me fall in love with him. However, if I was judging based solely on the FMC I would have DNF’d it as she became almost to much to handle and she made me yell at the book a few times.
June 30, 2025
4.2 stars.
Not gonna lie, reading this immediately after reading Zoe Blake’s latest book with Pavel kind of fucked with my brain. I mean. Alexander spanked Megan and I was a little taken aback that that was all…
It totally gave me mixed feelings. 😂
Not gonna lie, reading this immediately after reading Zoe Blake’s latest book with Pavel kind of fucked with my brain. I mean. Alexander spanked Megan and I was a little taken aback that that was all…
It totally gave me mixed feelings. 😂
May 19, 2025
Decent but frustrating
First time author for me. Writing was fine, the romance was romancing, the spice was spicing.
But the FMC nearly had me DNFing, she's nearly TSTL (too stupid to live).
I get she's naive about somethings but all she did was lie lie lie to the MMC.
Spoilers?
...............
Girl you snuck into a club owned by the bratva, you snuck into an office & got caught red handed & lied (horribly!) over & over & over..
Went home with a USB & when the MMC showed up you lied again!
All FMC did was lie & demand she be allowed to leave over & over. At one point the MMC laughs & says you truly don't realize how much trouble you're in.
Dude had to bring her down to the dungeon in his house to get it through her thick head..
And still it wasn't until way after page 100 that she FINALLY reveals why she was ordered to steal from him & the MMC is p!ssed because she really should have told him from the beginning!
Frustrating because she's being taken care of but doesn't understand why she can't go home.
Finally, FINALLY, she gets it, she's a loose end that the bad boys want to close up & the MMC says Now she gets it!!
Yeah, I will read more from this author because the plot etc was good & kept me engaged but lord please create a smarter FMC.
3 solid stars
First time author for me. Writing was fine, the romance was romancing, the spice was spicing.
But the FMC nearly had me DNFing, she's nearly TSTL (too stupid to live).
I get she's naive about somethings but all she did was lie lie lie to the MMC.
Spoilers?
...............
Girl you snuck into a club owned by the bratva, you snuck into an office & got caught red handed & lied (horribly!) over & over & over..
Went home with a USB & when the MMC showed up you lied again!
All FMC did was lie & demand she be allowed to leave over & over. At one point the MMC laughs & says you truly don't realize how much trouble you're in.
Dude had to bring her down to the dungeon in his house to get it through her thick head..
And still it wasn't until way after page 100 that she FINALLY reveals why she was ordered to steal from him & the MMC is p!ssed because she really should have told him from the beginning!
Frustrating because she's being taken care of but doesn't understand why she can't go home.
Finally, FINALLY, she gets it, she's a loose end that the bad boys want to close up & the MMC says Now she gets it!!
Yeah, I will read more from this author because the plot etc was good & kept me engaged but lord please create a smarter FMC.
3 solid stars
dnf
July 7, 2025DNF at 20%
I couldn't get myself to give a damn.
I couldn't get myself to give a damn.
May 9, 2025
Copy received from The Next Step PR. Voluntarily reviewing and all opinions are objective and my own.
I liked this one. It was entertaining. There wasn’t anything about it I didn’t really like. The plot was really good and I found myself more interested in it than the romance. Very interesting situation that brought the characters together.
It’s very trope heavy, and although I enjoyed it, it doesn’t have the 5 star sparkle for me. I found it easy to put down. Regardless, that ending really sold me and now I’m curious about book 2
Favourite Quote:
“Megan, if that was you hating me,”—I point to the bed—“ I never want you to like me.”
I liked this one. It was entertaining. There wasn’t anything about it I didn’t really like. The plot was really good and I found myself more interested in it than the romance. Very interesting situation that brought the characters together.
It’s very trope heavy, and although I enjoyed it, it doesn’t have the 5 star sparkle for me. I found it easy to put down. Regardless, that ending really sold me and now I’m curious about book 2
Favourite Quote:
“Megan, if that was you hating me,”—I point to the bed—“ I never want you to like me.”
December 9, 2025
I mean…
I was here for it. Smutty and Zoe Blake level storyline with bulldozing MMC and a completely competent FMC.
Really loved it.
“I would kill every man on this planet to keep you safe. I need you to know that. I need you to understand you’re safe with me. I will love you until the world ends.”
I was here for it. Smutty and Zoe Blake level storyline with bulldozing MMC and a completely competent FMC.
Really loved it.
May 15, 2025
This book had me completely captivated and consumed. Alexander and Megan give off a lot of potent electricity and sparks. Their story is packed with smartly written and impactful combination of action, drama, suspense, twists, spice and emotion.
September 16, 2025
Read in one sitting!! This was just what I needed.
No OWD, doesn’t really mention his past ever. She wasn’t a virgin but she also never really goes into her past either.
No OWD, doesn’t really mention his past ever. She wasn’t a virgin but she also never really goes into her past either.
September 18, 2025
Devious Secrets
This was a pretty good book. It had mystery. It had comedy, and it had romance. I know it had violence but we didn't see it.
This was a pretty good book. It had mystery. It had comedy, and it had romance. I know it had violence but we didn't see it.
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September 24, 2025DNF 60% - It's too tropey and insta-love. I felt like I was rolling my eyes or laughing at half the scenes.
December 2, 2025
Alexander and Megan
Gotta say I have read a lot of mafia books but this was good I enjoyed it I can’t wait to read more
Gotta say I have read a lot of mafia books but this was good I enjoyed it I can’t wait to read more
June 20, 2025
I loved this mafia story about Megan and Alexander. Megan is a defiant spitfire who is caught In Alexander's office trying to steal secrets from him. He stops her and decides that she will be his! Their banter is awesome and their attraction to each other is off the charts. I enjoyed the mystery and suspense of this story and I always love mafia alpha men. I also loved the spicy scenes and thought overall this was a great book and liked this author's writing style very much.
May 22, 2025
I loved this duo, these two mismatched but oh so right for each other characters. Alexander and Megan fit so well together and I really enjoyed reading about their struggles and successes as they navigate this relationship.
Love these characters and their story💕
Love these characters and their story💕
May 16, 2025
What a story! I’m a lover of Mafia stories especially when they are about a Russian family! The darker and dirtier, the better! This new series is about the Volkov family. Alexander is so delicious, so dark, so depraved and oh so perfect! When he comes upon Megan in a place she shouldn’t be, all bets are off! I knew from the beginning that these two would be volatile and they most certainly are! Megan is young, beautiful, sassy and keeps Alexander on his toes! I loved the back and forth witty banter! And their chemistry? Holy hotness! I really enjoyed the storyline and the characters were just perfect. Quite a bit goes on in this story that will make your head spin, but it really held me captive from beginning to end. I need more of Alexander and Megan and more of the Volkov family! Truly a phenomenal story!
May 16, 2025
This is the first in a new series, and this is Alexander and Megan’s story.
Alexander is always in control, and no one dares to defy him, until he catches Megan in the act of trying to steal from him.
This is a well written easy to read, action packed story, with family, friendships, emotions, drama, suspense, twists and turns, enemies / lovers, an age gap, touch her and die vibes, secrets, tension, and love, which leads to an entertaining, and unpredictable, dark mafia romance.
I look forward to reading more from this talented author whose work I highly recommend.
Alexander is always in control, and no one dares to defy him, until he catches Megan in the act of trying to steal from him.
This is a well written easy to read, action packed story, with family, friendships, emotions, drama, suspense, twists and turns, enemies / lovers, an age gap, touch her and die vibes, secrets, tension, and love, which leads to an entertaining, and unpredictable, dark mafia romance.
I look forward to reading more from this talented author whose work I highly recommend.
June 7, 2025
Enjoyment: 4/5
Spice Level: 4/5 -plot plus spice!
POV: Dual - enjoyed that each chapter is labeled with character's name
Cliffhanger- No- we get an HEA
MMC- Alexander- head of the Bratva, he is bossy, controlling protective and will get what he wants
FMC- Megan- Sassy, protective of her friend, willing to do whatever is needed for her friend, enjoys Alexander if she won't admit it!
I always look forward to books by Measha Stone and was excited about a new serious. Her books always have the best characters. I can count on spiciness along with a good plot line. I stay involved in the story until the very end. She writes about stubborn strong-willed women, who meet men just as stubborn who have ways of making their "women" behave! This new series is going to have some great books with characters I can't wait to read about.
Synopsis:
Alexander catches Megan in his office at his club, she was quite sneaky. He takes her back to his place wanting answers as to what she was doing. He does what he needs to get the information from Megan no matter how hard she tries to be strong she always gives into Alexander. The chemistry between the two is instant and throughout the book have to start realizing their feelings are more than just having fun with each other. Alexander isn't willing to lose Megan and will do whatever to keep her safe and by his side.
Along with Alexander he has two brothers and the banter between these brothers was hilarious. I loved the carefree attitude his brothers had. They were serious when needed but they enjoyed having fun with each other. Alexander also has a sister who run circles around her brothers, but they will do anything to keep her safe. His sister becomes immediate friends with Megan. I'm hopeful Megan has a good friend Mira who she is protecting through this whole book. Alexander sends Rurik to find Mira and bring her back home to Megan, and I'm excited to read about Rurik and Mira.
Spice Level: 4/5 -plot plus spice!
POV: Dual - enjoyed that each chapter is labeled with character's name
Cliffhanger- No- we get an HEA
MMC- Alexander- head of the Bratva, he is bossy, controlling protective and will get what he wants
FMC- Megan- Sassy, protective of her friend, willing to do whatever is needed for her friend, enjoys Alexander if she won't admit it!
I always look forward to books by Measha Stone and was excited about a new serious. Her books always have the best characters. I can count on spiciness along with a good plot line. I stay involved in the story until the very end. She writes about stubborn strong-willed women, who meet men just as stubborn who have ways of making their "women" behave! This new series is going to have some great books with characters I can't wait to read about.
Synopsis:
Alexander catches Megan in his office at his club, she was quite sneaky. He takes her back to his place wanting answers as to what she was doing. He does what he needs to get the information from Megan no matter how hard she tries to be strong she always gives into Alexander. The chemistry between the two is instant and throughout the book have to start realizing their feelings are more than just having fun with each other. Alexander isn't willing to lose Megan and will do whatever to keep her safe and by his side.
Along with Alexander he has two brothers and the banter between these brothers was hilarious. I loved the carefree attitude his brothers had. They were serious when needed but they enjoyed having fun with each other. Alexander also has a sister who run circles around her brothers, but they will do anything to keep her safe. His sister becomes immediate friends with Megan. I'm hopeful Megan has a good friend Mira who she is protecting through this whole book. Alexander sends Rurik to find Mira and bring her back home to Megan, and I'm excited to read about Rurik and Mira.
May 31, 2025
In order to save her friend Mira, Megan must do the unthinkable, acquire evidence that will wipe their debt, only she’s caught by none other than Alexander, one way or the other he will get the answers he needs.
Because what Alexander gets is fire and defiance wrapped in silk, she pushes Alexander, but he pushes back just as harder, breaking down her walls and her defences, and when she finally tells him the truth, the enemies she’s made, they’re closing in, but to get to her, they’ll have to go through him.
To keep her safe and protected he binds her to him through marriage, Megan is now his and he will not let go. Thus far as hard as it has been to resist her, he doesn’t, because she undoes him, his obsession sinks him deeper into her heart, possessive and overprotective by nature, as dangerous as he is, Alexander is a man you don’t want to cross.
And now that Megan is in his bed, bound by his rules, because when it comes to her, his word is law, and when people within his inner circle, that he trusted betrays him, hurting Megan in the process are truths revealed, retribution swift.
Hello, Daddy Alexander, he was definitely packing the daddy vibes, because Megan was a goner for him, the way he played her body, she sung for him so beautifully. The spice was spicing. Those smexy scenes were primal and carnal but oh so hot, steamy, dirty, sinfully wicked and deliciously depraved. Because the way Alexander loved his wife, the sexual banter and foreplay lit the pages on fire, as Megan has met her match in a man who loves to give it to her hard, rough and dirty. Because fulfilling not only his needs, but her basest needs will make for a long and happy marriage.
Highly recommend both the author and the book. Looking forward to reading Mira and Rurik’s book.
I received an ARC. Therefore, I am submitting a voluntary review.
Because what Alexander gets is fire and defiance wrapped in silk, she pushes Alexander, but he pushes back just as harder, breaking down her walls and her defences, and when she finally tells him the truth, the enemies she’s made, they’re closing in, but to get to her, they’ll have to go through him.
To keep her safe and protected he binds her to him through marriage, Megan is now his and he will not let go. Thus far as hard as it has been to resist her, he doesn’t, because she undoes him, his obsession sinks him deeper into her heart, possessive and overprotective by nature, as dangerous as he is, Alexander is a man you don’t want to cross.
And now that Megan is in his bed, bound by his rules, because when it comes to her, his word is law, and when people within his inner circle, that he trusted betrays him, hurting Megan in the process are truths revealed, retribution swift.
Hello, Daddy Alexander, he was definitely packing the daddy vibes, because Megan was a goner for him, the way he played her body, she sung for him so beautifully. The spice was spicing. Those smexy scenes were primal and carnal but oh so hot, steamy, dirty, sinfully wicked and deliciously depraved. Because the way Alexander loved his wife, the sexual banter and foreplay lit the pages on fire, as Megan has met her match in a man who loves to give it to her hard, rough and dirty. Because fulfilling not only his needs, but her basest needs will make for a long and happy marriage.
Highly recommend both the author and the book. Looking forward to reading Mira and Rurik’s book.
I received an ARC. Therefore, I am submitting a voluntary review.
September 18, 2025
Mmc forces mfc into a relationship, & whips her with a belt. Not sure I believed they would fall in love. Ridiculous plot as well.
I always find this author a bit hit or miss, and this fell into the miss for me. Alexander whips Meghan, forces himself sexually into her, threatens to put her in a dungeon and they fall in love??? 😂😂😂 Then there’s Meghan who is so stupid that she’s incredibly annoying! She breaks into the leader of the Bratva’s nightclubs office, steals a drive, and lies constantly to Alexander who apart from the above ☝️ behaviour treats her really well. This is all because her ridiculous friend got involved with some really bad people and thinks that they can get away with it! The plot is just so stupid!!
Meghan constantly asks to go home, yet she knows she’s in danger from the mafia, yet she still demands to be let go. 🙄🙄🙄 She’s an idiot! Then there’s her ‘best friend who just leaves her to deal with the mafia, and stops sending her money to pay them. Some friend she is! At times Meghan doesn’t even know if she’s still alive! I certainly won’t be reading her book.
Nope!
I always find this author a bit hit or miss, and this fell into the miss for me. Alexander whips Meghan, forces himself sexually into her, threatens to put her in a dungeon and they fall in love??? 😂😂😂 Then there’s Meghan who is so stupid that she’s incredibly annoying! She breaks into the leader of the Bratva’s nightclubs office, steals a drive, and lies constantly to Alexander who apart from the above ☝️ behaviour treats her really well. This is all because her ridiculous friend got involved with some really bad people and thinks that they can get away with it! The plot is just so stupid!!
Meghan constantly asks to go home, yet she knows she’s in danger from the mafia, yet she still demands to be let go. 🙄🙄🙄 She’s an idiot! Then there’s her ‘best friend who just leaves her to deal with the mafia, and stops sending her money to pay them. Some friend she is! At times Meghan doesn’t even know if she’s still alive! I certainly won’t be reading her book.
Nope!
May 12, 2025
Measha captures your heart from the first chapter!
I fell in love with Megan who struggles through doing something she would never ordinarily do, but needs to to save her friend, Mira and herself. She almost has her endeavor in the bag, when she is caught. Alexander recognized Megan as an out of place staff member, so when he confronts her about why she was in this room with hidden boxes, he knows she is lying with the tall tale she is telling. I’m surprised by his next actions and continually surprised by treating Megan different than anyone else who would attempt to steal from him. Megan is a very resourceful person, when faced with adversity but she met a brick wall with Alexander who won’t take “No” for an answer. As Alexander works on the mystery of why Megan was asked to steal this particular thumb drive, Megan actually provides a clue from one of the photos. Yet, the puzzle of who provided the insider information to Megan isn’t nailed down until the end and you’ll be turning the pages to see whodunit and wishing for a happily ever after for Alexander and Megan!
I fell in love with Megan who struggles through doing something she would never ordinarily do, but needs to to save her friend, Mira and herself. She almost has her endeavor in the bag, when she is caught. Alexander recognized Megan as an out of place staff member, so when he confronts her about why she was in this room with hidden boxes, he knows she is lying with the tall tale she is telling. I’m surprised by his next actions and continually surprised by treating Megan different than anyone else who would attempt to steal from him. Megan is a very resourceful person, when faced with adversity but she met a brick wall with Alexander who won’t take “No” for an answer. As Alexander works on the mystery of why Megan was asked to steal this particular thumb drive, Megan actually provides a clue from one of the photos. Yet, the puzzle of who provided the insider information to Megan isn’t nailed down until the end and you’ll be turning the pages to see whodunit and wishing for a happily ever after for Alexander and Megan!
May 16, 2025
I received a copy of this book from the publisher/author to review for Stephanie's Book Reports.
This is the story of Megan and Alexander's. She is a girl who finds herself in his clutches. She got caught stealing from her and no one steals from him. EVER!! She was trying to steal information from the club that as owned by the Volkov Mafia Family. I loved her and they had the most amazing push and pull. She kept him on his toes constantly. She is sassy and feisty and no weak character here. She certainly was never afraid to go toe to toe with him when she had to. However, that didn't mean that she hadn't met her match. Because, she had. He is after all a Mafia Boss that is dark and dangerous with a brutal side to him. He was never one to let others do his dirty work because he wasn't afraid to get his hands dirty. This book is full of twists and turns. So much so that it will keep you reading well past your bedtime. I don't think that I laid this book down. It is one that you do not want to miss.
This is the story of Megan and Alexander's. She is a girl who finds herself in his clutches. She got caught stealing from her and no one steals from him. EVER!! She was trying to steal information from the club that as owned by the Volkov Mafia Family. I loved her and they had the most amazing push and pull. She kept him on his toes constantly. She is sassy and feisty and no weak character here. She certainly was never afraid to go toe to toe with him when she had to. However, that didn't mean that she hadn't met her match. Because, she had. He is after all a Mafia Boss that is dark and dangerous with a brutal side to him. He was never one to let others do his dirty work because he wasn't afraid to get his hands dirty. This book is full of twists and turns. So much so that it will keep you reading well past your bedtime. I don't think that I laid this book down. It is one that you do not want to miss.
May 5, 2025
The author is back with a great new series. This is the first in the Vicious Sinners series. Alexander is the eldest Volkov brother and for the first part of the book a total jerk. The good thing is he grows on you quickly and on Megan. Megan is the one who slips under his skin, and he intends to keep her there. She's stubborn and sassy and keeps Alexander on his toes. The spice is fast but the relationship if a slow burn - the best of both worlds. The main characters are fleshed out & the reader feels for them and what they are going through. The secondary characters are interesting, so the reader looks forward to their books. Alexander truthfully states how his brothers will react when they find their ladies & the author alludes to two who might be them. The ending sets the next book up beautifully. This is a great beginning to a new series. I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
May 17, 2025
The start of a gripping new mafia series from Measha Stone and Devious Secrets was a fabulous introduction to the Volkov brothers. Fast paced with all the customary drama and intrigue I’ve come to expect from this author as Megan dared to try and steal from head of the Volkov mafia family, Alex Volkov.
The overall story for was well written with a fantastic flow to it and you’ve got to love a dominant hero like Alex. I loved the dynamics between him and Megan. Alex, the dark and brutal mafia boss, and the Megan the feisty girl who stood up to him at every turn. Their dialogue was wickedly delicious and suggestive as she went head-to-head with him but then again, given his preferred idea of punishment who could blame her for pushing his buttons when the end result was so satisfying for them both. With a great story with all the twists and turns I could want and strong secondary characters, I’m looking forward to reading more from this series.
The overall story for was well written with a fantastic flow to it and you’ve got to love a dominant hero like Alex. I loved the dynamics between him and Megan. Alex, the dark and brutal mafia boss, and the Megan the feisty girl who stood up to him at every turn. Their dialogue was wickedly delicious and suggestive as she went head-to-head with him but then again, given his preferred idea of punishment who could blame her for pushing his buttons when the end result was so satisfying for them both. With a great story with all the twists and turns I could want and strong secondary characters, I’m looking forward to reading more from this series.
September 14, 2025
What an outstanding story! Ms. Stone has a deep understanding of the mafia lifestyle, and if this is the level of quality we can expect from her new series, readers are in for an incredible experience. This mafia-themed tale was not just entertaining; it was a thrilling ride from start to finish. I found myself so engrossed in the mystery, danger, and intrigue that I couldn’t put the book down. The contemporary romance includes dark elements, but they strike the perfect balance without becoming overwhelming.
The interactions between Megan and Alexander were particularly captivating. Megan finds herself under Alexander’s control after attempting to steal information from a club owned by the Volkov Mafia Family. She led him on quite a chase! Megan consistently defies Alexander; her sassy and feisty nature shines through, and her quick retorts add a layer of humor to the story. As she engages in a battle of wits with Alexander, it’s clear she has finally met her match.
The interactions between Megan and Alexander were particularly captivating. Megan finds herself under Alexander’s control after attempting to steal information from a club owned by the Volkov Mafia Family. She led him on quite a chase! Megan consistently defies Alexander; her sassy and feisty nature shines through, and her quick retorts add a layer of humor to the story. As she engages in a battle of wits with Alexander, it’s clear she has finally met her match.
May 16, 2025
I always enjoy Ms. Stone’s mafia books.
Her men are possessive and obsessed with the women they fall for.
And Alexander was all that and more.
He is used to being in control. His word is law. No one defies him.
That is until Megan comes stealing into his life.
Megan is way over her head. A mysterious man demanding she steal from Alexander.
Her best friend is no where to be found. And a mafia boss wanting his stolen money back.
As if her list of problems isn’t long enough. She now has Alexander to contend with.
Their story is entertaining and sexy.
The spice is spicy hot and wickedly delicious. Even the punishments are hot. 😉
Blend in some mafia mischief going on and drama that kept me guessing as to the who, what and why. And you have a good story to get lost in.
Oh and those last few chapters at the end has me wanting to read Devious Madness asap!
Her men are possessive and obsessed with the women they fall for.
And Alexander was all that and more.
He is used to being in control. His word is law. No one defies him.
That is until Megan comes stealing into his life.
Megan is way over her head. A mysterious man demanding she steal from Alexander.
Her best friend is no where to be found. And a mafia boss wanting his stolen money back.
As if her list of problems isn’t long enough. She now has Alexander to contend with.
Their story is entertaining and sexy.
The spice is spicy hot and wickedly delicious. Even the punishments are hot. 😉
Blend in some mafia mischief going on and drama that kept me guessing as to the who, what and why. And you have a good story to get lost in.
Oh and those last few chapters at the end has me wanting to read Devious Madness asap!
May 17, 2025
Whew!!! Devious Secrets by Measha Stone is the story of Alexander and Megan. She certainly isn’t the best sleuth…as is realized when Alexander discovers her in his office….she TRIES desperately to talk herself out of this mess….to no avail. She’s not here for herself…but, for another….Nevertheless, Alexander is livid…and has his own ideas about rectifying the situation.
Really LOVED this story!!!! Alex is certainly suspicious of her…considering she is in an off-limits area…and her ‘why’ story is junk. Things progress from here…and she is defiant, adamant, and unrelenting in her belief that he is nothing to her…and should let her go. Alex is adamant that she produce the proof that she has no ulterior motive for being there…and there…the dichotomy is born….
Loved this story so much!!! Not your typical…but, certainly an engrossing read!!!!! Ends in a cliffhanger!!
Really LOVED this story!!!! Alex is certainly suspicious of her…considering she is in an off-limits area…and her ‘why’ story is junk. Things progress from here…and she is defiant, adamant, and unrelenting in her belief that he is nothing to her…and should let her go. Alex is adamant that she produce the proof that she has no ulterior motive for being there…and there…the dichotomy is born….
Loved this story so much!!! Not your typical…but, certainly an engrossing read!!!!! Ends in a cliffhanger!!
May 19, 2025
Gritty Mafia Romance!
Megan is sneaking into a Volkov building; Obsidian. She has been given instructions on how to access some important information, but she gets caught by Alexander Volkiv himself. Pressure is applied, but there is greater danger than from the Volkovs, and suddenly he finds himself protecting her himself.
Megan hates his controlling nature. She wants to go back to her life (even though it is not safe). emotions run high, and the chemistry is off the charts.
“You shouldn’t be holding me like this,” I say, losing myself in the warm spice of his cologne. “No? Why is that” He tucks the blanket tighter around me. “It makes it harder to hate you.”
Entertaining, fast-paced, and romantic story.
***** I am voluntarily leaving my honest review of this book *****
Megan is sneaking into a Volkov building; Obsidian. She has been given instructions on how to access some important information, but she gets caught by Alexander Volkiv himself. Pressure is applied, but there is greater danger than from the Volkovs, and suddenly he finds himself protecting her himself.
Megan hates his controlling nature. She wants to go back to her life (even though it is not safe). emotions run high, and the chemistry is off the charts.
“You shouldn’t be holding me like this,” I say, losing myself in the warm spice of his cologne. “No? Why is that” He tucks the blanket tighter around me. “It makes it harder to hate you.”
Entertaining, fast-paced, and romantic story.
***** I am voluntarily leaving my honest review of this book *****
May 7, 2025
In order to save her friends life, Megan is being tasked to enter the Volkov club, Obsidian, to find Alexanders hidden office and escape with information on Dexter Thompson. Megan believes she has been successful when she is able to leave with a flash drive. Unfortunately, she is wrong. Alexander recovers the drive and is determined to discover who is behind her theft.
Alexander is overprotective and possessive of Megan. He is constantly on alert for any danger that might accost her. He eventually insists on marriage as the only way to keep her safe and always “his”. Will Megan agree to this marriage idea? Will Alexander be able to override her objections? Will he truly be able to keep her safe?
This is an excellent story, and I loved it.
Alexander is overprotective and possessive of Megan. He is constantly on alert for any danger that might accost her. He eventually insists on marriage as the only way to keep her safe and always “his”. Will Megan agree to this marriage idea? Will Alexander be able to override her objections? Will he truly be able to keep her safe?
This is an excellent story, and I loved it.
May 17, 2025
This is the start of a new series Vicious Sinners that gives us one dark Mafia love where we find Megan doing what is necessary to protect her and her best friend from a dangerous loan shark. Just when she thinks she’s pulled off the unthinkable only to be caught by no other than Alexander Volkov, the Russian Mafia. To see how Alexander thinks he has the upper hand with Megan she gives it right back to him and their interactions are just precious full of sin and danger. When this feisty woman gets under his skin does he claim her as his and their situation becomes one dangerous situation where they find themselves fighting the Italian Mafia. This ruthless man makes decisions to protect Megan and those in his way need to watch out! When will we have the next story in this Series!
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