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Emerson

Mikhail Dokovic comes from a long lineage of politically influential men. Because of his birth order, he was supposed to be at the top of his family’s dynasty, but when our worlds collided in my family’s pub, it felt far from the truth.

Years of physical and mental abuse weighed heavily on his shoulders. Yet, he still had that irresistible charm that left every woman within a five-mile radius desperate for fresh panties.

Myself included.

I fell under his spell in an instant, and we shared three magical years together.

It was perfect… until it wasn’t.

Despite Mikhail’s vow that it was me or no one, his family branded me as “unworthy,” and soon after, our relationship came crashing down.

He left me at the altar, so I have no idea why the man who shattered our relationship ten years ago is now insisting we marry under the promise of a hefty inheritance.

I would ask questions, but a woman with no money to her name and a gravely ill mother doesn’t have the luxury of time. I must marry the man I’m beginning to hate or bury my mother. Those are my only choices.

Mikhail

I attended my grandfather’s will reading purely out of curiosity. I didn’t anticipate being awarded a majority share of his wealth. He had hated me from the day I was born, and his disdain was evident throughout my life until his passing.

To say I was shocked when awarded five hundred million dollars is an understatement. I was flabbergasted. However, that shock paled compared to the surprise that followed when I learned the conditions of my inheritance.

I was to marry my grandfather’s preferred choice by the end of the week, and she now despises me as much as my grandfather once did.

Emerson Morozov is the only woman I’ve ever loved. She was the ember that brought me back to life and made me believe my life was worth living.

But since she is also the woman who left me at the altar ten years ago, I knew we wouldn't survive my grandfather’s strict terms.

I tried to walk away. I am successful in my own right and, as such, don’t need my grandfather’s dirty money. But when I discovered I wouldn’t be the only one benefiting from his unexpected generosity, I had a change of heart.

Emerson’s mother is sick, and although heaven has no rage like a love turned to hatred, when the woman you promised to love to the end of eternity needs your help, you side with the devil to achieve the seemingly impossible—even one six feet under.

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Shandi Boyes is a USA Today Bestselling Author who was an avid reader for many years before she discovered the love of writing in February 2016. Her first penned novel 'Perception of Life’ is a new adult rockstar romance that will have you sitting on the edge of your seat until the very last word.

In September 2016, her focus shifted to hot alpha men in steamy contemporary reads that sizzle off the pages. Shandi’s novel ‘Enigma of Life’ is an award-winning story on an FBI agent and the subject she was assigned to investigate. Her men are swoon-worthy, devoted, and alpha; and her heroines are strong-willed, determined, and loveable. You should start her stories first thing in the morning, or you may not sleep.

You will laugh and you will cry, but Shandi's characters will stay with you for a lifetime!

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Perception of Life (Noah and Emily #1)
Reality of Life (conclusion of Noah's story #2)
Fight of Life (Jacob's story - standalone #3)
Player of Life (Nick & Jenny - standalone #4)
Beats of Life (Slater's story - standalone #5)

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Enigma of Life (Isaac #1) - ** FREE **
Unraveling an Enigma (Isaac #2)
Enigma: The Mystery Unmasked (Isaac #3)
Enigma: The Final Chapter (conclusion of Isaac's story #4)
Beneath the Secrets (Hugo #1)
Beneath the Sheets (Hugo #2)
Spy Thy Neighbor (Hunter's Story)
The Opposite Effect
I Married a Mob Boss
Second Shot

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Russian Mob Chronicles:

Nikolai: A Mafia Prince Romance
Nikolai: Taking Back What's Mine
Nikolai: What's Left of Me

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Author 99 books2,205 followers
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July 25, 2025
Broken Vows (Mikhail’s and Emerson’s story) is now available!!
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531 reviews18 followers
September 11, 2025
I can't stand the double standards. He is heartbroken but he had countless affairs while the last time she had sex was 3 years ago.
like come on, oh and of course she is the one true love and he never kissed anyone. Yeah I get the difference in dynamics, him being a powerful politician/billionaire but this is just lack of imagination.
I don't want to read books that are close to real life, I want to read books to escape.
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873 reviews16 followers
July 22, 2025
A complicated second chance lovestory. Emerson and Mikhail were childhood friends then lovers until the day they decided to elope that's when both had their hearts broken.
10 years later after the death of Mikhail's grandfather. Both find themselves in the same room for the reading of his will Emerson doesn't understand why she was required to be at the reading of the will.

The will has the power to financially support her family, as her mother is seriously unwell and may very well die and with the medical trail maybe able to help. Emerson agrees to the conditions of the well. It may break her heart all over again.

Mikhail can't believe his grandfather would be so cruel he had made Mikhail's life difficult when it involved Emerson. Do why would he put himself all the pain again. Then he remembers the money will help Emerson's family.

While Mikhail doesn't need the money Emerson does, and having his grandfathers money will financially help Emerson and her entire family. Mikhail thought the time had healed his broken heart. He was wrong
Both have many emotional issues to work through and the forced time together have them both torn.
Plenty of emotions at play and sacrifices made from both sides.
It doesn't take long before all their past shared experiences have them unable to hold back. Plenty of misunderstandings that continue to hurt and confuse.
I enjoyed reading and liked reading more about the other characters along the way.


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1,694 reviews29 followers
November 20, 2025
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️

Shandi loves breaking our heart and then mending it the most delicious way possible.
Final book in this series and it was Emerson & Mikhail's story. It's second chance and marriage of convenience.
Mikhail was fiercely protective of his loved ones, confident yet so broke.
Emmy is strong, smart and is just living a broken life.
10 yrs ago they both were madly in love and ready to get married. Something happened and both were destroyed and felt betrayed. So I was so intrigued to know what happened.
Now to get inheritance from the very man that destroyed them, they have to be married for a year..
A lot twists, resistance and heated moments finally leaves to the spice. It comes quite late in the story but Shandi never let's you down when it comes to spice.
I could read a book by Shandi without being told it's hers and know that she is the author. She has a unique way of writing. It's like poetry the way she describes a feeling or situations. I also like how her characters call us readers out for judging them. Really makes you connect with them even more..
I won't tell you what happened 10 years ago nor how it ends but is worth the read.
45 reviews1 follower
July 21, 2025
Broken Vows, book 4 of the Marital Privileges series, follows Mikhail Dokovic and Emerson Morozov through their second chance/ marriage of convenience. The marriage is orchestrated in order for Mikhail to be eligible to receive his (and Emerson’s) inheritance from his Grandfather’s estate. The will lists out a set of “milestones” for the couple to complete over their first year of marriage, at which time they plan to separate, with each task verified and checked off the list a “bonus” amount is given to the couple.
They each try to set aside their heartache from the breakup ten years prior and agree to the marriage for their own reasons.
While both Mikhail and Emerson feel they are the one that was wronged all those years ago the marriage is off to a very rough start. Each one has a personal journey to go through to decide if this really is the second chance that their love deserves.
Thank you to Shandi Boyes for letting me have the chance to be part of the ARC team for Broken Vows
58 reviews
July 25, 2025
My oh my how are we ever going to choose our next book boyfriend when Shandi keeps making it hard. I’ve got to say Shandi continues to not disappoint book after book Broken Vows is a must read for any Shandi fan!!! The chemistry and burn between Mikhail and Emerson was intense!!🥵The push and pull throughout was off the charts even though 10 years had passed til they reunited again under certain circumstances a lot wasn’t said but to undertstand what happened you have to read Deceitful Vows first.They went on their lives but couldn’t bury what each had been burning deep inside each other it was so hot 🫠. All the angsty feels these two had for each other was 🤯and the spice well it was enough to make you blush😳. Ms. Shandi keep them coming I love your work hands down one of the best authors and an amazing read you will not be disappointed !!!
Thank you Shandi for giving me the opportunity to be able to ARC read a copy!!!!
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5 reviews
July 28, 2025
True love conquers all even time

Broken vows has definitely taken a top place in my completed list!
I absolutely loved every page, Mikhail and Emerson were dealt a blow in their relationship but with good intentions, that came from the heart.
A decade later it's safe to say their love is still strong even though there's a "battle" of misunderstandings that need to get resolved before they get their HEA.
And it's Hot! 💥
I could feel their emotions in every page, Shandi has hands down hit the ball out of the park with this book.

Anyone who is looking for a book that'll suck you in and hold you captive from page one to the very end NEEDS to add Broken Vows to their collection, there was laughter, tears, even a coffee spattered chin and classic WTH moments through out.

If I could give more than 5stars I really would, I haven't finished a book so quickly in a little while.
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39 reviews2 followers
July 25, 2025
Broken Vows is the fourth installment in the Marital Privileges series by Shandi Boyes. While it can be read as a standalone, readers familiar with the previous books will appreciate the recurring characters and deeper context.

This story follows Emerson and Mikhail—two people who found love young, only to be torn apart by life and misunderstandings. Emerson is a fiery, loyal woman who never backs down from a fight, especially when it comes to protecting those she loves. Mikhail is a kind and caring man, though his life circumstances forced him to become someone he’s not—until Emerson brought him back to life, and he did the same for her.

Their journey is anything but easy. When fate throws them back together, old wounds, anger, and unresolved feelings rise to the surface. Though they claim to have moved on, the undeniable chemistry between them suggests otherwise. Their story is one of passion, angst, resilience, and ultimately, love. It explores themes of trust, forgiveness, and second chances, all wrapped in strong character development and emotional depth.

Broken Vows is a compelling, romantic read that you won’t want to miss.
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237 reviews1 follower
July 27, 2025
A decade of lies

This book will make you wish you were a teenager inlove. The chemistry between Mikhail and Emmy reminds me of young love and experiencing stolen moments away from prying eyes.
When they are torn apart by lies and spend a decade apart, all it takes is seeing her again and a condition in his grandfather's will to make him seek her out. For Emmy, it's a little too late but the man she has loved all the years, is her weakness. Their memories of the past are a constant reminder of the hurt they both endured but it still doesn't dampen the scorching chemistry between them. When Emmy discovers the truth, she knows there is only one way to makes things right. A scorching second chance for these two and let me just say, those make out sessions are 🥵🥵🥵
1,947 reviews
July 21, 2025
Ten years apart but the passion never died. They say the road to hell is paved with good intentions and that was never more true than for Andrik when he told both Emerson’s no Mikhaïl that the other was not going to turn up for the wedding. When Mikhail’s grandfather’s will was read every thing changed and as they rediscovered one another there were so many emotions but through it all there was passion. The dialogue between these two is remarkable and will have you smiling, laughing but at times sad. Andrick and Zoya play a big role in this story but the truth of Andrik’s actions are not discovered until the end but the journey to finding the truth is a wonderful read.
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64 reviews3 followers
July 26, 2025
It was well worth waiting for!

We met Mikhail in book 2 of the Marital Privellege series by Shandi. When it was revealed he would get his own book I was excited. This is one is not like the others, it was a slow burn with a focus on the love that has existed between the two main characters. A second chance at love after a decade of misunderstanding and outside interference. Shandi books are brilliantly executed, her writing style has the ability to keep her readers captivated. I consumed it in just over day and it probably would have been less if there wasn't interruptions. I would highly recommend
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479 reviews11 followers
July 26, 2025
What a brilliant read! I was hooked from the very beginning!

The heat from this pair was scorching! But under that the love was so strong. The story unfolded beautifully and I was desperate for them to get their well deserved HEA.

I loved how Emerson had Mikhail completely wrapped around her finger, he was completely besotted with her! Emerson had such passionate fire it was easy to see how she ensnared him!

They were the perfect match and this made a perfect read, I loved it.
127 reviews1 follower
July 28, 2025
Although Broken Vows is a standalone, I strongly recommend you read the other books in this series, especially “Deceitful Vows.” The chemistry between the main characters is exceptional, but it is their past history that adds a twist to this story. Turns out, the person behind the hurt and betrayal isn’t the villain you expected. As always with this author, the twist is unexpected, the scenes are hot and steamy, and the story kept me hooked.
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885 reviews
July 28, 2025
Emerson and Mikhail have a super complicated history... As friends who became lovers , torn apart until they end up in the same room 10 years later for the reading of his grandfather's will...

the will forces them back together.. she needs the $$ offered for her sick mother's medical bills and support of her family...

they both are torn apart emotionally and have issues surrounding that .. this is another amazing Marital Privileges book and this author is great !!!!
11 reviews
July 22, 2025
Mikhail and Emmy finding their way to a second chance at love, having been torn apart and blaming each other, not knowing neither was to blame. Such incredible chemistry between them and the love they have for each other simmering under the surface. It takes them a while to find their way to forgiveness but it is special when they do. This is such a great read and you will enjoy it!
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52 reviews16 followers
July 28, 2025
Emmy and Mikhail had me hooked!

This story was amazing. The love these two had for each other was intense. They love each other so fiercely and so unapologetically. Then everything fell apart.
10 years later they come face to face once again. Old feeling resurface. Old wounds are picked open. Old heartbreak hurts all over again. Oh and then they have to get married…what’s the worst that could happen?

The sexual chemistry between these two was so hot! And when that tension boiled over my god it was worth the wait!

When old secrets are revealed my jaw was on the floor and my heart broke for them so much. Literally everything was against these two from the start and they were made for each other so that battle for each other (my god do these two fight for each other) had me gripped to their story.

These two are up there high on my list of top tier couples that Shandi has written!
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59 reviews
July 25, 2025
Soo much pain and heartache with these two. You really feel it. But what you feel the most? Is the chemistry. Emerson and Mikhail are fire! But they definitely both had to earn it.
I absolutely love how interwoven the characters are from the other books in the series. It is definitely a well crafted world/universe.
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Author 15 books84 followers
August 9, 2025
Second Chance romance

I knew Mikhail's story was going to be fire, and it did not disappoint. His longing for Emerson was heartbreaking. Her strength for herself and her family was inspiring. The chemistry between them both was hot! They had a wild and bumpy ride to get to their happily-ever-after, but it was worth it all.
29 reviews
July 26, 2025
Such a great book! Mikhail is such a gorgeous character despite his terrible upbringing. He reminds me a lot of Nikolai - his books are some of my all time favourites!
Well done for such a beautiful story of love and redemption.
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79 reviews1 follower
July 27, 2025
Loved the storyline

I loved seeing the storyline continue! The spice felt like the right amount. Seeing how Mikhail’s life finally has an HEA. Definitely shipping Zhakar and Wynne for a legacy series (fairly sure by my calculations they are not related)!
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388 reviews
July 29, 2025
Omg I love this story it took me a day to finish it, I could not put the kindle down until I finished it. I'm in love with these characters they have me hooked. Please tell me you are doing a book on Rafael Arkadiy mate aswell as his sister.
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2,491 reviews23 followers
September 5, 2025
The Best For Last

Mikhail's story was the best in this series in my opinion! Kind of knew his would be and it definitely did not disappoint. The best was saved for last. So happy for the will to turn things around for him.
897 reviews
December 1, 2025
Emerson & Mikhail

How do these books just keep getting better. I honestly couldn’t stop reading. Mikhail was nothing like I thought he would be, he was so much more. And Emerson what a strong woman. Theirs is a love story for the ages. Enjoy
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549 reviews16 followers
December 30, 2025
Sexy and sweet

Mikhail and Emerson are the definition of sexy and sweet. This was a second chance romance done right. I was screaming "just talk to each other" for several chapters, but in the end it all worked out. These two were definitely meant for each other, both were stubborn and hard headed. All in all I really enjoyed this book.
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63 reviews
December 31, 2025
2nd chance at a HEA. He's a walking ted flag with a chip on his shoulder. She's a woman scorned who does what she needs to in a desperate situation. Will they be HEA or will they get in each other ways? enjoyable read. my fav or this series.
11 reviews
July 27, 2025
HoT 🔥

All 4 books are as Hot and sexy as you can get without vulgarity. Great story lines and quite a few switches and turns. Very well written.
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July 28, 2025
2.5
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2,106 reviews12 followers
August 2, 2025
love, betrayal and heart break.

He hasn’t seen her in ten years. She didn’t show for their wedding. Now. She shows at the reading of his grandfather’s will. What is this?
1,125 reviews3 followers
August 13, 2025
Mikel and wife

A great wrap up of a 4 book series. Two brothers break the Federation and live and love with their true loves.
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1,137 reviews5 followers
August 15, 2025
DNF @25%
How could this possibly have a 4 star average???!!!!
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