**Dark Mafia Holiday Romance, with Kidnapping, Forced Marriage, Secret Baby**
“Okay, I get it now. I finally get the bratva romance obsession. Your brother-in-law is 90% scowl and 10% silent daddy energy and it’s wrecking my brain.” “I want him to ruin me on every surface of this hospital and then brood about it after.”
It was supposed to be a private text to my best friend. A dirty little confession about her brother-in-law—the terrifyingly hot, scarred man with dead eyes and a body built to sin. It went to him instead.
Andrej Ivanov. Second-born son of Ivanov Bratva. He didn’t say a word. He just started watching me. Closely. Possessively. Like I was already his.
I didn’t know my best friend was a mafia princess. I didn’t know Andrej’s family was the same one that destroyed mine. I didn’t know any of it... until the day I became a target.
Now Andrej is the only one who can keep me alive. He takes me to Russia. Moves me into his fortress. And tells me the only way to protect me—under Bratva law—is to marry him.
He says it’s just for safety. But his touch doesn’t feel safe. His mouth doesn’t taste like a lie. And the fire between us doesn’t care that I’m supposed to hate him.
Because I already let him claim my body. And I’m already carrying his child.
Author's Andrej and Cartier's A bookish heroine and A morally gray antihero ~ A scorching Standalone dark romance that will leave you breathless
Looking across the room, she spots this big, hot, sexy man and immediately texts her friend about him. But things take a turn when he looks over her friend’s shoulder and sees exactly what she wrote! That moment sets everything in motion — and completely changes him. Suddenly he’s doing things he’d never normally do, being all protective and over-the-top in the sweetest way.
This story was so good and cute! I loved watching their dynamic unfold. Now I can’t stop wondering what’s going to happen with Ivana
Their Unexpected Connections - Cartier felt like everything around her was frozen in time the moment she laid eyes on Andrej, but having her best friend show him the messages she sent about him, made her blush. Andrej felt a connection with Cartier from the moment he met her, so he found a reason that would allow him to spend time with her and subsequently took her on an unusual date, but an incident occurred that forced his to declare his intensions towards her.
Andrej and Cartier embark on a relationship filled with mind blowing steamy encounters, but a conversation with a third party nearly destroyed what they were building. However, not long after Andrej managed to clear up the misunderstanding with Cartier, she received information that shook her to the core and led to her making a life changing decision. Andrej on the other had made a decision about Cartier’s life, that created further distrust between them, but he manages to coax her into giving him a chance to prove himself to her.
Unfortunately, not long after Andrej and Cartier settled into their new life, their happiness was disrupted by a betrayal from someone close to them, that put all their lives in jeopardy. Luckily, Andrej and Cartier were able to not only get themselves out of their predicament, but she was also able to find out the real truth behind the demise of her parents, which gave her the peace needed to live her life happily with him.
This is a gripping romance story, that allows the complex characters to weave a suspenseful narrative as they navigate the unexpected twists, action-packed encounters and painful moments in their journey to a happily ever after. If you are looking for a captivating book that intrigues your mind and leaves you unable to put it down once you start reading it, then this is the book for you. Grab a copy of this book now and indulge yourself for a few hours.
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Cartier meets Andrej after the birth of her best friend's twin girls. He is the brother of Gianna's husband. He sees the texts she has been sending her friend Mika with her fantasies about him. He volunteers to give her a tour of Chicago and help her with her speech at the opening of the Women's shelter she helps run. Andrej is fascinated by Cartier and makes a point of enjoying her company. The are intimate after the tour he takes her on and surrenders her virginity to him. She has no idea he is an enforcer for the Ivanov Bratva. They are seeing each other every day and night when she encounters someone who says he is her uncle. He tells her he has been searching for her after her parent's death and her subsequent adoption. He tells her the Ivanov's were responsible for her parents' death. She decides to flee to North Carolina when the bus is stopped by Andrej who persuades her to return to Chicago. After getting in the car with Andrej she awakes, in Russian at the Ivanov family estate. She understands Andrej's motives and decides to enjoy her time with him and the winter wonderland. They are surprised by an attack by Cartier's uncle to finally admits that he killed her parents. There is a HEA ending with a great twist at the end. The bad boy has been reformed by Cartier's character.
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Vivy Sky’s latest addition to the Ruthless Billionaire Mafia Kings series is so good, you’ll want to read it more than once. Andrej Ivanov is the Bratva underboss to his older brother (Leonid Ivanov in “Savage Bratva King”). He meets sweet and innocent Cartier and is immediately besotted with her. He doesn’t think he has a chance with her until he reads a suggestive and sexual text she sent to her friend when she sees Andrej. Their connection is instant and their chemistry is HOT.
What you will love about this book: 💘Overprotective Hero Obsessed with Heroine from Day One 🌺 Dirty Texting Virgin Heroine 💥 Off-the-Charts Chemistry 🎁He Spoils Her (In & Out of the Bedroom) 😱 Deadly Family Secrets Revealed 🌶️Spicy Romance from Start to Finish
This book captured my interest from the beginning and kept me captivated throughout. This novel is more than just a love story—it’s an intense battle of hearts and minds, filled with danger and suspense. Prepare yourself for some seriously romantic spoiling, family secrets uncovered, and explicit scenes that carry through to the very last page. I absolutely loved this book! I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Captivating and intense, this book had my attention from the first page. Anderj and Cartier were quite the couple, seemingly coming from two different sides completely. His reputation of meeting out violence and her healing abd caring nature. Beneath the showmanship, however, lay a loyalty to friend and family that tied them together, and Andrej's heart wasn't nearly as cold as rumored. Their chemistry was crazy intense and left off the page. Andrej was a posessive and dominant man, especially when it came to Car. As their relationship developed, information was revealed both endangering her and linking them closer than either thought possible. Would theor fragile bond be broken in the process of detangling truth from fiction, or in seeking retribution? In the world of the Bratva, where love is both strength and weakness, will what Andrej and Cartier share survive? If you enjoy passionate, steamy dark mafia romance you'll surely enjoy this latest by Skys.
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Captivating reading, wonderful characters and a plot that will hold you transfixed throughout Cartier initially meets Andrej after the birth of her friend’s twin girls and he is also the brother of Gianna’s husband. He somehow sees texts that have been sent to her friend saying what she thought of him and also what her fantasies she had about him, he initially agrees to help her with a speech for a Woman’s shelter she will help run. Ndrej is fascinated by Cartier and enjoys her company, she is unaware that he is the Enforcer for the Ivanov Bratva. They continue to meet each other sometimes on a daily basis and a man claiming to be her uncle states he is the niece he’s been searching for since the death of her parents and her subsequent adoption. Andrej takes her to his family estate in Russia and she is able to understand his motive and decides that she will stay with him and will see where they went. I thoroughly enjoyed the book and look forward to reading any future publications; keep up all the wonderful writing.
Cartier and her two friends are opening a women's refuge in Chicago to help women who have been abused but before it opens one of her friends goes into labor and has twins. While at the hospital she meets her friends brother in law and is instantly intrigued. But she doesn't know how intense he can be or the nature of their family until her long lost uncle appears. She was adopted as a very young child after her parents are killed but that was a long time ago so her uncle showing up and telling her that her new boyfriends family killed her parents she runs. But Andrej won't let her go until she knows the truth but he also knows she is in danger so he drugs her and takes her to his family home in Russia. But things aren't all quiet there either. There is intrigue, fighting, snow, Christmas decorations and proposals. Great characters that are so different.
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This is a crowd pleaser. If you have read the prior instalment Savage Bratva King, you will be aware of the characters and the bond between 3 females.
This is a follow up on the read. Ok, enough. The storyline does actually start with the “sexting”. From here onwards it became an obsession for Andrej. Seeing Cartier and her private text to her friend Mika was all it took. And the story continues - a new entry to the siblings of the new generation of Bratva.
Known as predators, Andrej will protect Cartier from the beasts and monsters out there. But there is also a bombshell out there. Is there any truth to what has been revealed to Cartier? Are the Ivanov Bratva involved?
A delish read, vey sexual, actually scorching would be a better term. Entertaining, emotional, doubts, feelings, innocence and yes a HEA. But it is whats written within the pages that is captivating.
No cliffhanger, but there is still Mika’s story to tell.
The mmc is just a cinnamon roll disguised as Bratva. He's the underboss, the second son so his brother becomes the Boss, he gets to enjoy life,a playboy but as soon as he meets our mmc, the bestie to his brother's wife everything changes. He is All in and it's nice to read a Bratva guy who isn't into control or head games. He falls head over heels and she never has reason to doubt his devotion, however when she learns what he does for a living and understands his past she second guesses things. A long lost uncle who tells her how her parents died, feuding families, betrayal and then he drugs her love drugs her and flies her to Russia to keep her safe from her uncle only the uncle told her she's in danger from the Bratva...who can she trust? Well there is an HEA no spoilers, read to find out. Spice is actually more sweet than spice 2/5 chili peppers, but the swoon is 5/5 love him.
5/5. Five stars for that cover alone... my lord, I love it!
TROPES: -dark mafia -forced marriage -pregnancy -touch her and DIE.
This book was captivating from beginning to end. Andrej was an enigma to read about. Tall, dark, dangerous, and thinking he's undeserving of love. But one look at his woman? And he was a goner.
Their meet-cute was absolutely cute, lol. They meet in a hospital room when her bestie and his sister-in-law has her twins. She's attracted to him at first glance, and surreptitiously texts her bestie about how hot he was. The bestie in question allowed him to read the text... and man, it was ON. Muahaha.
A lot of things happen from then on, but I couldn't stop reading. It got a little dark but I was HERE for it. Their chemistry? Absolute fire. I really enjoyed reading this and I can't wait to see what Vivy Skys writes next! <3
Sexting The Bratva Beast is a fast-paced story and so very interesting. I enjoyed the characters and the story.
Cartier meets Andrej when she goes to the hospital to see her best friend. Her friend had just had her baby. Andrej is her friend's brother-in-law. Cartier thought he was so hot that she sent her friend a text about him. Andrej sees the text and then he decides to go after her. Andrej's brother warns him to be careful because that is his wife's friend but Andrej doesn't really listen.
When Andrej invites Cartier back to his place, things get steamy. He really likes Cartier. She is so different and only cares about staying home. He has always been a playboy and not really caring about having a relationship.
Andrej and Cartier's story is filled with emotions and suspense. Highly recommended.
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I enjoyed reading this new book from Vivy Skys. I am a fan of how she write and how the overall flow of the story goes. This story did not have too big of a conflict in comparison to other stories, but it was a faster paced romance with Cartier and Andrew’s relationship progressing quickly. I will say the MFC did get a bit annoying with her views on her bio-parent’s killer, but it was understandable to a degree. Overall a solid book with a standard amount of violence (for a Bratva book- though honestly not too bad) and a faster paced romance with a happy ending. I would recommend this to anyone that wants a lower conflict (still has conflict of course) Bratva instant romance with a good level of spice.
Cartier saw a really gorgeous man when visiting her friend who had just given birth to twins. sexting her friend Mila exactly what she thought about him git really embarrassing as he read it too. Luckily for her Andrej is thinking the same about her and wants her for keeps, that's not like him at all. After one night together these two were never apart, one sexy love affair you know something had to spoil it and that's her uncle. Falling asleep and finding she's in Russia is a shock for her but knowing it's the safest place for her with him. Then her uncle turns up yet again and not a friendly face this time when the bullets begin to fly. A really great story with plenty of action and one well worth reading.
Andrej Ivanov was danger in a custom suit. Gorgeous, calculating, intense. A morally gray Bratva underboss He set his sights on Cartier Black and didn’t plan to let her go. Cartier the sweet and innocent bookworm. Adopted. Hidden family secrets. Cartier didn’t know that Andrej was Bratva, and when she found out that he was and that his family killed hers, he kidnapped her to Russia.
This explicit romantic suspense book covered multiple tropes: mafia, surprise pregnancy, love at first sight, forced proximity, human trafficking, death in the family, the double cross, unlikely allies, and family drama. Overall, I enjoyed the book and would recommend it to others that like these tropes.
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I love all things that have to do with this type of writing and genre! Hot Bratva men who are morally gray, possessive, and protective are everything I enjoy! The story line is great, the characters are interesting and intriguing and the steam is delicious! If you also love Dark mafia romance, Innocent bookish heroine, forced proximity, suspense, spicy, surprise pregnancy, and so much more then dive into this one! Accidental sexting has never been hotter!!!.
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Through a text not meant for his eyes, Andreji learns that Cartier likes him and that sparks his protective instincts.
These two have the chemistry from the start. Andreji really is the ultra protective possessive alpha who want to marry Cartier for her protection. She is naive somewhat but trusts him as he draws her in.
So well done I loved the plot about the texts and how they got together. There were elements of danger, suspense and a terrific romance i didn't want to end. Fantastic book!.
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Love this book! At the first meeting between Cartier and Andrej sparks enough tension to light the page on fire. What starts as an ordinary introduction becomes unforgettable the moment at the hospital following his brother’s twin girls. Andrej accidentally gets a glimpse of the text thread Cartier sent her friend—a thread that reveals far more than Cartier ever intended a handsome stranger to see. This single moment becomes the catalyst for a story that blends humor, heat, vulnerability, and emotional depth.
You will laugh and cry but won’t regret reading about this love story.
This was so well-written its so exciting to see the author expand and continue this family's stories. I enjoyed every moment of this story the chemistry between the two main character is so much fun to read, the action is non-stop. I loved reading the journey that this author takes these two on makes their relationship all that better to read. I will be watching for more from this author continuing this family's story. You will not be disappointed with this book.
A text takes an exciting turn when the man she was texting about actually reads it and jumpstarts their path. This is one of my favorites by Vivy. I loved Andrej and how Cartier had him off of his game and into her wanting to get to know Cartier and make her his. It is romantic, filled with drama and had e connecting with these two as I laughed and cheered them on to getting their chance for happiness.
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Lyubov’, (love) is the entirety of this story. A love so strong it compares with Anna Karenina and Dr. Zhivago. Andrej, a well written strong character you will fall in love with. Cartier naive to the world and danger around her. The descriptive writing of scenery and locations is so real you will feel as if are there. Great book!!.
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Meeting across your best friends brand new babies to soul stealing lust - Andrej and Cartier have a fast start with their intense engagement with each other. This whirlwind changes how Andrej thinks and Cartier while scared at the speed is equally infatuated. An uncle from out of nowhere sends their story sideways. Will they have a future?
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Sexting The Bratva Beast is a dark holiday Bratva romance between Andrej, her BFF's relative and underboss of the Bratva, and Cartier, who sends a sexy text to her BFF which is read by Andrej and becomes obsessed with her. When her safety is placed in danger, he insists she enter into a marriage of convenience for her protection. Their story is one of suspense, danger, mob action, secrets, and plenty of sizzle.
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It's not a long story but it has You eager to finish the book
This author leads you through different family in the past and their deeds And also describes some very good characters. I enjoyed this book Some parts more than others. When you take a good kind person and throw them in the middle of a brava you're gonna have issues that they don't understand and that's exactly what this other let's you see.
I am dying to scream from the rooftops about how FREAKING AWESOME this mafia romance book by Vivy really is. If you don't have this book about Cartier and Andrej then you're not reading the best of the best 5-star book. All it takes is a simple click of the read now button and your heart and mind will take over until the very end.
Omg this book was amazing!! This is the first I’ve read from this author and it did not disappoint! I thought it was going to be actually texting with someone but nope lol but oh my it was a great surprise!! And the spice 🥵 it starts out strong and very early on no beating around it!!!! Will be reading the next book! Oh and I read this book in 24 hours!
Cartier's text to her friend is read by Andrei when he was looking over her should. This was an interesting story that I could not get enough of. The chemistry between them was electrifying. It was definitely worth the read as it was exciting, suspenseful and absolutely entertaining.
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No clue how it was accomplished but Vivy Skys made the Bratva sweet. Even with some traitors and unaliving in the mix, it was sweet. I thought the inner monologue was better than the dialogue between the characters, but this was a sexy fast read with a perfect HEA.
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I love this book. Andrej and Cartier’s story is well written and I was pulled in immediately. The characters were described so well it felt like I could actually see them as I read. This is the first book that I have read by Victoria Skys and I am thankful I found a new exciting author!
Okay, so I admit it sounds petty but I was expecting the MCs to banter via text or rather sext but it didn’t happen. The storyline was good although I found it unreasonable that the MMC would fall so hard and fast. The chemistry between them was great and I would have loved to read more of their HEA I the end.
If you want to read spicy scenes without much plot this is for you. Honestly the description of the story was so much better than the actual book. Not sure why i pushed through but there was little to redeem this insta-lust, pseudo-mafia style, good girl/bad boy, obvious and transparent story. Ivana was probably the most interesting character and she was supporting cast.