TAKEN

by Lena Little

LENA LITTLE's new series isDARKER STEAMY SHORTS
These men don't ask. They stake a claim on what's theirs.
They'll raze the world to the ground before they let their women go.
Their obsession knows no bounds. Book 1

TAKEN


From Strangers to Lovers and a Forced Discover a darker, short story in TAKEN

In a world where passion collides with obligation, Maria De Luca finds herself at a crossroads.
With her family's business on the brink of collapse, her father has made a decision that will change her life forever.
Maria is torn between her instincts to flee and an undeniable attraction that pulls her closer.
Will she succumb to the heat of a new connection, or will she escape?

Maria
My family’s business is in tatters, and the only thing that can save it is if I marry a perfect stranger.
The answer is no, obviously … except my dad already promised me to him.
I know I should run, but something about him makes me curious enough to stay.
Will having him once sate my curiosity, or am I about to fall hard?

Xavier
Time is running out, and I need a wife.
A business associate defaults on his loan to me, and I accept an unusual payment offer—marry his daughter.
Maria De Luca is a blond, blue-eyed spitfire, and I like her a hell of a lot more than I anticipated.
This marriage is supposed to be temporary and all for show, but I can’t seem to keep my hands off her.
Will I be able to let Maria go once all is said and done, or will I keep her at my side, no matter what it takes?

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TAKEN
From Strangers to From Forced Marriage to .....where, exactly?
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74 pages, Kindle Edition

Published July 18, 2025

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Reviews

[Sam&Dean]

Short & Sweet & Drama-Free….my favorite kind of book❤️

My only complaint is I wish it was a tad bit longer, but isn’t that really a compliment?

But seriously, it was too fast. I needed a bit more everything:
Character development, relationship development, maybe a bit more drama/ conflict?

FMC is told she has to marry to waive a debt. No questions, no complaints, no fight whatsoever…. She just follows along. Does she have a job? Friends? A life? We don’t know. She gets married right away, they fall in love and HEA, within a few days. Eh, I can’t believe I’m saying I want more drama, but something? A little spine from our FMC, maybe? Why they even like each other (uh, besides sex…)? 🤷‍♀️

[Erin]

Love it

For this author's first darker romance it was good. I can't wait to see this author explore the darker side of romance. I have many of Lenna Little's books. I am a huge fan of dark romance and hope to read more of this genre from this author. lena is always great for a short read. Whether it is a pallet cleaner or just something for a short afternoon she has a book you will love. I particularly love her breeding, stalker, and taboo romance books.

[Oriana Reads]

Xavier needs a wife to give his father his last wish, to see him settled. Marias father has a lot of debt and Xavier wants payment, but not money he wants Maria as his fake wife. What started as fake Instantly tuned into the real thing. Insta love, fake marriage, arranged marriage, sweet,short ,OTT, steamy and safe with a sweet HEA and no drama😍😍

[PW]

What You Didn't Realize You Needed

This quick love story brought together Xavier and Maria out of love for one parent and obligation for the other. Love is an instant attraction that quickly burns hot, steamy and into forever😍😍. This us definitely a Lena Little signature book, enjoy!!

[CJ]

The author has given us a quick read that pulls us into the lives of Xavier and Maria. The heartwarming story keeps us turning the pages with an arranged marriage, connection, misunderstandings and steam.

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

[Trixie]

The story is brief, but it definitely makes an impact. I loved it and found myself rooting for the characters.

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

[Julie]

A fast paced enemy to lovers romance with relateable characters and compelling storyline. Xavier and Maria were brought together by questionable circumstances, but that did not need to dictate the future they chose.

I voluntarily reviewed a gift copy of this book. Happy Reading Y'all 📚

[JaneH]

super short insta story

Xavier and Maria marry (arranged by her father), have a heated two day honeymoon, return home, have a misunderstanding that is resolved quickly then they get their HEA.
Absolutely over the top way to escape for 30 minutes

[Chris]

3.5 🌟
This was fast paced...but also very rushed.... better pacing would have made this much better.

This is still an okay read overall 👍

[Jovette Bossé]

Maria and Xavier are perfect for each other! Such a wonderful and beautiful love story! Soo good and soo H.O.T I absolutly loved it! 😍❤️‍🔥❤️🥰

[booking _with_romancegirl]

This was so good

Fast pace romance love undeniable and a first fmc this was really good and not long but the spice is cute and the couple can handle each other

[Janet]

I loved it! So good!

[sheryl blaszczyk]

Another delicious read. Loved this story. On to the next