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Arranged Obsession
I married my stalker.
Right after he stole me from his brother.
Cormac Whelan’s a beautiful and godlike mafia devil who rules the streets of New York City.
And he can’t stand the idea of my arrangement with his brother.
I was warned a thousand times to stay away from that psychopath Cormac.
Except instead of the man I was expecting, my worst nightmare is waiting up at the altar on my wedding day.
Cormac looks like sweet sin in his wedding suit, and I hate how fast my heart beats during our first perfect kiss.
Now I’m trapped by a vicious monster, and it gets worse.
Cormac is deeply obsessed with me and it’s terrifying.
But the attraction I feel toward him is equally dark and twisted.
All I want is to open and run a women’s shelter… and maybe I can use Cormac’s infatuation against him.
He’ll give me whatever I ask for, so long as I submit to his possessive and sinful rules.
I’m playing with a savage, and unless I’m careful, he’s going to break me in ways I may never come back from.
Arranged Obsession is a full-length standalone romance with no cliffhanger, lots of steam, and a crazy stalker mafia king. It includes explicit scenes, violence, gore, and other sensitive subjects.
Right after he stole me from his brother.
Cormac Whelan’s a beautiful and godlike mafia devil who rules the streets of New York City.
And he can’t stand the idea of my arrangement with his brother.
I was warned a thousand times to stay away from that psychopath Cormac.
Except instead of the man I was expecting, my worst nightmare is waiting up at the altar on my wedding day.
Cormac looks like sweet sin in his wedding suit, and I hate how fast my heart beats during our first perfect kiss.
Now I’m trapped by a vicious monster, and it gets worse.
Cormac is deeply obsessed with me and it’s terrifying.
But the attraction I feel toward him is equally dark and twisted.
All I want is to open and run a women’s shelter… and maybe I can use Cormac’s infatuation against him.
He’ll give me whatever I ask for, so long as I submit to his possessive and sinful rules.
I’m playing with a savage, and unless I’m careful, he’s going to break me in ways I may never come back from.
Arranged Obsession is a full-length standalone romance with no cliffhanger, lots of steam, and a crazy stalker mafia king. It includes explicit scenes, violence, gore, and other sensitive subjects.
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Published August 17, 2025
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I live in the Philadelphia area with my husband and two dogs.
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August 29, 2025
3.5 ⭐
If readers are into obsessive stalkers, maybe they could give this a shot.
We have Cormac (38), who has been stalking Bianca (26) for the last seven years. He likes to steal her little trinkets here and there. And initially, his existence scared her, but over the years, she eventually accepted his presence in her life. Weird, I know. She never saw his face and only knew how he smelled; apparently, it lingers even after he leaves.
Anyway, in the present, Cormac’s younger brother, Finn, and Bianca were forced into an arranged marriage. He couldn’t let that happen. So there was a switch at the church, and everyone was shocked, but the wedding went on anyway. Mind you, before this wedding, Cormac, his father, and his brother visited Bianca, and right then she figured out he’s her stalker. It frightened her but also gave her the comfort that usually comes when she smells his scent.
There was some pushing away from Bianca because she couldn’t wrap her head around the fact that she’s actually interested in her stalker. She should be mad at him for invading her privacy, but at the same time, she also craves his presence. Hence why she tried so hard to fight the attraction.
Ngl, she was actually annoying in the beginning because she was acting like an entitled brat. She despises her background and everything her family represents. But she’s also aware she’s benefiting from it. So in her own way, she wanted to balance the bad things their organization contributes to the world by opening safe houses for abused women and children. I liked that she wanted a little part in the organization. I just probably didn’t appreciate how ungrateful she is for the opportunity this organization has provided her. It’s not like we can choose our family, but she didn’t have to be mean to her brother and her husband. But thankfully, she realized her privilege and became more understanding and accepting of what and who they really are.
As for the romance, I enjoyed Cormac’s obsession. Tbh, at first, I found it creepy that a 31-year-old man would stalk and steal from a 19-year-old girl. That behavior is just messed up in an entirely different way. But I eventually get past that because at least they’re older now. He’s down bad for Bianca, and he worships the ground she walks on. I wouldn't consider this a medium burn because they did get physical even before the halfway mark.
But yeah, it was very much smooth sailing, imo. Because even though Bianca likes to say she didn't want to care about her husband, her walls are slowly breaking down with his genuine love for her. And eventually she got on the same page with him.
There was a side plot involving some problems related to the mob stuff, but it got dealt with in the end eventually.
Overall, I found it enjoyable for a stalker romance. I loved Cormac and eventually warmed up to Bianca. However, I wish there had been more in the epilogue. I'd love to see them as parents, especially Cormac.
Book info:
- Arranged marriage
- Age gap (12)
- Stalking
- Violence
- No cheating, OM/OW, separation
- No V
- HEA (married)
Note:
- No Vs. There was no info on their past, which for some reason I actually liked. I feel like without the constant mention of their lifestyle before, I got invested in Cormac’s obsession even more. Making me think that all those years he's been stalking her, she has been it for him, and no one could compare.
If readers are into obsessive stalkers, maybe they could give this a shot.
We have Cormac (38), who has been stalking Bianca (26) for the last seven years. He likes to steal her little trinkets here and there. And initially, his existence scared her, but over the years, she eventually accepted his presence in her life. Weird, I know. She never saw his face and only knew how he smelled; apparently, it lingers even after he leaves.
Anyway, in the present, Cormac’s younger brother, Finn, and Bianca were forced into an arranged marriage. He couldn’t let that happen. So there was a switch at the church, and everyone was shocked, but the wedding went on anyway. Mind you, before this wedding, Cormac, his father, and his brother visited Bianca, and right then she figured out he’s her stalker. It frightened her but also gave her the comfort that usually comes when she smells his scent.
There was some pushing away from Bianca because she couldn’t wrap her head around the fact that she’s actually interested in her stalker. She should be mad at him for invading her privacy, but at the same time, she also craves his presence. Hence why she tried so hard to fight the attraction.
Ngl, she was actually annoying in the beginning because she was acting like an entitled brat. She despises her background and everything her family represents. But she’s also aware she’s benefiting from it. So in her own way, she wanted to balance the bad things their organization contributes to the world by opening safe houses for abused women and children. I liked that she wanted a little part in the organization. I just probably didn’t appreciate how ungrateful she is for the opportunity this organization has provided her. It’s not like we can choose our family, but she didn’t have to be mean to her brother and her husband. But thankfully, she realized her privilege and became more understanding and accepting of what and who they really are.
As for the romance, I enjoyed Cormac’s obsession. Tbh, at first, I found it creepy that a 31-year-old man would stalk and steal from a 19-year-old girl. That behavior is just messed up in an entirely different way. But I eventually get past that because at least they’re older now. He’s down bad for Bianca, and he worships the ground she walks on. I wouldn't consider this a medium burn because they did get physical even before the halfway mark.
But yeah, it was very much smooth sailing, imo. Because even though Bianca likes to say she didn't want to care about her husband, her walls are slowly breaking down with his genuine love for her. And eventually she got on the same page with him.
There was a side plot involving some problems related to the mob stuff, but it got dealt with in the end eventually.
Overall, I found it enjoyable for a stalker romance. I loved Cormac and eventually warmed up to Bianca. However, I wish there had been more in the epilogue. I'd love to see them as parents, especially Cormac.
Book info:
- Arranged marriage
- Age gap (12)
- Stalking
- Violence
- No cheating, OM/OW, separation
- No V
- HEA (married)
Note:
- No Vs. There was no info on their past, which for some reason I actually liked. I feel like without the constant mention of their lifestyle before, I got invested in Cormac’s obsession even more. Making me think that all those years he's been stalking her, she has been it for him, and no one could compare.
February 4, 2026
⭐️⭐️.75 / ⭐️⭐️⭐️
November 18, 2025
Part of the Whelan story...
As usual with this author, I could not leave these pages once I began, and loved being back in this world.
Bianca is Adriano Marino’s sister [read his story in Vicious Heir], and as the head of his family in Philly, he begrudgingly has to align with the Whelan organization, in NYC. We all know that strategic marriages are a way to ensure peace in their world, or at least hope to maintain it by uniting families. Uniting the Marino and Whelan families is important not only for their trade routes, but also to fend off the challenges from the Morozov family, run by Ruslan.
Even though this is not what Bianca wishes, her brother’s assurances make the arranged marriage to a stranger slightly more bearable. She has no idea that her life is about to be turned upside down as she comes face to face with her “Ghost”, who cannot and will not allow his brother to marry his obsession.
Cormac serves his family as a merciless weapon, undertaking missions to eliminate their problems. His darkness seeks equilibrium, and that is Bianca, even if she’s unaware of the significance she holds for him. His intensity towards her is a deep, depraved, and unhinged obsession, consuming his thoughts, something that should terrify her (and for a time, it does).
I enjoyed the energy and intensity that these two have individually and together. This has all the danger, drama, bloodshed and dark passions we enjoy from this author, and I recommend this read.
Fortunate to have received an ARC (thank you) my thoughts are my own.
As usual with this author, I could not leave these pages once I began, and loved being back in this world.
Bianca is Adriano Marino’s sister [read his story in Vicious Heir], and as the head of his family in Philly, he begrudgingly has to align with the Whelan organization, in NYC. We all know that strategic marriages are a way to ensure peace in their world, or at least hope to maintain it by uniting families. Uniting the Marino and Whelan families is important not only for their trade routes, but also to fend off the challenges from the Morozov family, run by Ruslan.
Even though this is not what Bianca wishes, her brother’s assurances make the arranged marriage to a stranger slightly more bearable. She has no idea that her life is about to be turned upside down as she comes face to face with her “Ghost”, who cannot and will not allow his brother to marry his obsession.
Cormac serves his family as a merciless weapon, undertaking missions to eliminate their problems. His darkness seeks equilibrium, and that is Bianca, even if she’s unaware of the significance she holds for him. His intensity towards her is a deep, depraved, and unhinged obsession, consuming his thoughts, something that should terrify her (and for a time, it does).
I enjoyed the energy and intensity that these two have individually and together. This has all the danger, drama, bloodshed and dark passions we enjoy from this author, and I recommend this read.
Fortunate to have received an ARC (thank you) my thoughts are my own.
August 23, 2025
Good, But Was Expecting Better.
BB is an epic writer in the Mafia Romance genre. However, I found this book really frustrating and the FMC a bit tedious. However, it's was entertaining, and brought in other characters from previous books, which was fun, but I wanted a bit more from the book.
BB is an epic writer in the Mafia Romance genre. However, I found this book really frustrating and the FMC a bit tedious. However, it's was entertaining, and brought in other characters from previous books, which was fun, but I wanted a bit more from the book.
January 8, 2026
Dark and violent. Made me cringe a lot. Oddly, I didn’t hate it.
October 11, 2025
DNF
It’s the teen bopper version of a mafia romance. Like “it’s a mafia book because I said they were in the mafia” that’s what it felt like.
The dialogue was just kind of silly. They didn’t act like mafia men. I’m a little confused by the age difference when he first started following her, it seemed inappropriate.
It dragged, not a lot happened , at 80% I just couldn’t read anymore
It’s the teen bopper version of a mafia romance. Like “it’s a mafia book because I said they were in the mafia” that’s what it felt like.
The dialogue was just kind of silly. They didn’t act like mafia men. I’m a little confused by the age difference when he first started following her, it seemed inappropriate.
It dragged, not a lot happened , at 80% I just couldn’t read anymore
December 9, 2025
5 Feather stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
3🌶
A man so obsessed...🤯
3🌶
A man so obsessed...🤯
August 27, 2025
Arranged Obsession is a full-length standalone romance with no cliffhanger, lots of steam, and a crazy stalker mafia king. It includes explicit scenes, violence, gore, and other sensitive subjects. This is Cormac and Bianca story which is told from a dual point of view. Captivating. Dangerous. Decadent. Sinful. Twisted. A definite page turner with enticing erotic scenes that will have you sweating like a sinner on Sunday. Hang on to your seat and brace yourself for this tantalizing mind-blowing rollercoaster ride filled with obsession, possessiveness, lies, tension, danger, longing, darkness, madness, deep dark hidden secrets, consensual intense rough sex, dominance, submission, dirty talking, revelations passion, stalking, family issues, drama, deception, angst, betrayal, longing, acceptance, forgiveness, love, action packed, passion, enemies, rivalry, twists and turns, mystery, suspense, surprises, forced proximity, arranged marriage, spice, banter, forbidden, lust-at-first-sight, insta-everything, insta-love, addiction and so much more.
Cormac Whelan is a Irish mafia and part of the Whelan Clan. He's also the family's deadly, ruthless, psychotic, and sociopathic assassin. He's shrouded in darkness, moves in the shadows and his feared by everyone in the underworld because of his reputation. He has an unhealthy obsession for Italian mafia princess Bianca Marino and as been stalking her for the last seven years. She calms the monster inside of him. Bianca Marino is the Italian mafia princess from the Marino Crime Family, her brother Adriano Marino is the head of the family. Although she comes from a criminal family she doesn't share the same views or tastes for violence so instead she spends her time volunteering at the Grace House, which is a safe haven for abused women. Bianca as a stalker who continually into her apartment and steals little small things, she calls him the Ghost since she as never seen him before and can only recognize him by his scent. Don Marino tells Bianca that the time as come for her to do her duty for the family and he as arranged a marriage with another family Irish mafia prince Finn Whelan. Bianca was livid and didn't want any part of the arrangement because it would mean that she would be uprooted from her hometown of Philadelphia to New York as well as leaving a job that she truly loves at the Grace House.
Adriano need this alliance between the Whelan Clan because it will help him with his trade routes as well strengthen them against the Morozovs. To pacify her Adriano decided to make a deal with her where he would give her seed money to start and set up a home for abused women like the Grace House in New York. She then begrudgingly agreed Bianca to the marriage but she wanted to be her groom ahead of the wedding which Adriano agreed to and set up a meet. Finn is the younger brother of Cormac Bianca's intended fiance and when they came face-to-face he didn't give her the butterflies in her stomach like Cormac did when they meet the same time as Finn. Bianca knows that her mystery Ghost man is out there and she's intrigued and as been crushing on him for years and doesn't feel anything for Finn like his brother. She was shocked to find out that Cormac was her ghost, she knew that it was him from the smell of his cologne. Cormac is a man who lives and operates from the shadows and cloaks in madness and danger and when he learns that his brother was going to marry his Feather he could not allow that union to take place because he was in love with her and she was the light to his darkness. His mom about his disfunction and that he had been stalking Bianca. She believes that he's too damage and broken for love. Cormac worked something out with his brother to take his place at the alter.
Cormac rules the street of New York City and Bianca wasn't supposed to get anywhere near him except that he was waiting for her at the alter on her wedding day which was a total shock to her and everyone. Adriano wasn't having the change in groom even after Cormac explained to and Bianca was even more pissed and had to be convinced. She agrees to be his wife but she had conditions of him funding her new shelter for abused women and whatever else she may need. He agrees but he also as conditions as well. He wants total access to her body whenever her desire. He will give her whatever she asks for as long as she submit to his possessive and sinful rules. The two got married but it wasn't without it's ups and downs as her life was in danger with a hit being put on her life. There was a car bomb which was supposed to take her but since her assistant was driving it claim her life instead. Cormac believes that he as some ideas who put the hit out on her life. But he will not let anything happen to wife and will burn the earth down to keep her safe as well as murder anyone who tries to take her away from him. At first Bianca had a time reconciling that her husband is her Ghost and his obsession for her but after while she got it the more time that they spent together. Their marriage was filled with spice, attempted murder and barn burning passion. These two fought for their HEA.
I received an advanced copy of this book via Booksprout and I am voluntarily leaving a review.
Cormac Whelan is a Irish mafia and part of the Whelan Clan. He's also the family's deadly, ruthless, psychotic, and sociopathic assassin. He's shrouded in darkness, moves in the shadows and his feared by everyone in the underworld because of his reputation. He has an unhealthy obsession for Italian mafia princess Bianca Marino and as been stalking her for the last seven years. She calms the monster inside of him. Bianca Marino is the Italian mafia princess from the Marino Crime Family, her brother Adriano Marino is the head of the family. Although she comes from a criminal family she doesn't share the same views or tastes for violence so instead she spends her time volunteering at the Grace House, which is a safe haven for abused women. Bianca as a stalker who continually into her apartment and steals little small things, she calls him the Ghost since she as never seen him before and can only recognize him by his scent. Don Marino tells Bianca that the time as come for her to do her duty for the family and he as arranged a marriage with another family Irish mafia prince Finn Whelan. Bianca was livid and didn't want any part of the arrangement because it would mean that she would be uprooted from her hometown of Philadelphia to New York as well as leaving a job that she truly loves at the Grace House.
Adriano need this alliance between the Whelan Clan because it will help him with his trade routes as well strengthen them against the Morozovs. To pacify her Adriano decided to make a deal with her where he would give her seed money to start and set up a home for abused women like the Grace House in New York. She then begrudgingly agreed Bianca to the marriage but she wanted to be her groom ahead of the wedding which Adriano agreed to and set up a meet. Finn is the younger brother of Cormac Bianca's intended fiance and when they came face-to-face he didn't give her the butterflies in her stomach like Cormac did when they meet the same time as Finn. Bianca knows that her mystery Ghost man is out there and she's intrigued and as been crushing on him for years and doesn't feel anything for Finn like his brother. She was shocked to find out that Cormac was her ghost, she knew that it was him from the smell of his cologne. Cormac is a man who lives and operates from the shadows and cloaks in madness and danger and when he learns that his brother was going to marry his Feather he could not allow that union to take place because he was in love with her and she was the light to his darkness. His mom about his disfunction and that he had been stalking Bianca. She believes that he's too damage and broken for love. Cormac worked something out with his brother to take his place at the alter.
Cormac rules the street of New York City and Bianca wasn't supposed to get anywhere near him except that he was waiting for her at the alter on her wedding day which was a total shock to her and everyone. Adriano wasn't having the change in groom even after Cormac explained to and Bianca was even more pissed and had to be convinced. She agrees to be his wife but she had conditions of him funding her new shelter for abused women and whatever else she may need. He agrees but he also as conditions as well. He wants total access to her body whenever her desire. He will give her whatever she asks for as long as she submit to his possessive and sinful rules. The two got married but it wasn't without it's ups and downs as her life was in danger with a hit being put on her life. There was a car bomb which was supposed to take her but since her assistant was driving it claim her life instead. Cormac believes that he as some ideas who put the hit out on her life. But he will not let anything happen to wife and will burn the earth down to keep her safe as well as murder anyone who tries to take her away from him. At first Bianca had a time reconciling that her husband is her Ghost and his obsession for her but after while she got it the more time that they spent together. Their marriage was filled with spice, attempted murder and barn burning passion. These two fought for their HEA.
I received an advanced copy of this book via Booksprout and I am voluntarily leaving a review.
August 18, 2025
ARRANGED OBSESSION is the third instalment in BB Hamel’s contemporary, adult MARINO CRIME FAMILY dark, erotic, Mafia romance series, set in the author’s Rossi Crime Family worlds. This is thirty-eight year old, Irish mobster and assassin Cormac Whelan, and Mafia princess Bianca Marino’s story line. ARRANGED OBSESSION can be read as a stand alone without any difficulty. Any important information from the previous story lines and series is revealed where necessary.
NOTE: Due to the nature of the story line premise, there may be triggers for more sensitive readers
Told from dual first person perspectives (Cormac and Bianca) ARRANGED OBSESSION follows the ‘arranged’ marriage between our story line couple. In an effort to shore up power, Bianca’s brother Don Adriano Marino has arranged a marriage between his only sister to the youngest son of the Irish mob but when all is said and done, Bianca discovers that man at the altar is not the man she was contracted to marry. Cormac Whelan is known as the Ghost; the Irish Clan’s assassin, and a man who has been stalking our heroine for close to seven years. Refusing to watch the woman he loves marry his younger brother, Cormac becomes groom, guardian and protector of the woman who will become a target in an impending war with the Russian Bratva.
The world building focuses on a series of secrets and lies, Bianca’s need to keep her freedom in the face of threats against her family and life. Cormac Whelan struggles with his wife’s need for her independence but Bianca has a target on her back due to a mistake made by our story line hero, and at every opportunity our heroine, often TSTL, is determined to defy the man with whom she is falling in love.
The relationship between Cormac and Bianca is one of arranged marriage, a brokered marriage for power but a relationship between a man whose obsession goes above and beyond. Bianca is the only things that keeps Cormac human, and in this, his need, preoccupation and infatuation with Bianca threatens his position as the ultimate assassin. The $ex scenes are intimate and provocative without the use of over the top, sexually graphic language and text
There is a large ensemble cast of colorful, powerful and determined secondary and supporting character including the return of Don Adriano Marino and his wife Lucy (Cruel Tyrant 1). We are introduced to Cormac’s parents Padraig and Siobhan Whelan, and brothers Finn, Declan, and Seamus. The requisite evil has many faces.
ARRANGED OBSESSION is a story of secrets and lies, betrayal and vengeance, obsession and compulsion, family and relationships, acceptance and love. The character driven premise is dramatic, edgy and dark; the romance is seductive and impassioned; the characters are desperate, determined, and charismatic.
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NOTE: Due to the nature of the story line premise, there may be triggers for more sensitive readers
Told from dual first person perspectives (Cormac and Bianca) ARRANGED OBSESSION follows the ‘arranged’ marriage between our story line couple. In an effort to shore up power, Bianca’s brother Don Adriano Marino has arranged a marriage between his only sister to the youngest son of the Irish mob but when all is said and done, Bianca discovers that man at the altar is not the man she was contracted to marry. Cormac Whelan is known as the Ghost; the Irish Clan’s assassin, and a man who has been stalking our heroine for close to seven years. Refusing to watch the woman he loves marry his younger brother, Cormac becomes groom, guardian and protector of the woman who will become a target in an impending war with the Russian Bratva.
The world building focuses on a series of secrets and lies, Bianca’s need to keep her freedom in the face of threats against her family and life. Cormac Whelan struggles with his wife’s need for her independence but Bianca has a target on her back due to a mistake made by our story line hero, and at every opportunity our heroine, often TSTL, is determined to defy the man with whom she is falling in love.
The relationship between Cormac and Bianca is one of arranged marriage, a brokered marriage for power but a relationship between a man whose obsession goes above and beyond. Bianca is the only things that keeps Cormac human, and in this, his need, preoccupation and infatuation with Bianca threatens his position as the ultimate assassin. The $ex scenes are intimate and provocative without the use of over the top, sexually graphic language and text
There is a large ensemble cast of colorful, powerful and determined secondary and supporting character including the return of Don Adriano Marino and his wife Lucy (Cruel Tyrant 1). We are introduced to Cormac’s parents Padraig and Siobhan Whelan, and brothers Finn, Declan, and Seamus. The requisite evil has many faces.
ARRANGED OBSESSION is a story of secrets and lies, betrayal and vengeance, obsession and compulsion, family and relationships, acceptance and love. The character driven premise is dramatic, edgy and dark; the romance is seductive and impassioned; the characters are desperate, determined, and charismatic.
copy supplied for review
September 22, 2025
Arranged Obsession by B.B. Hamel is a fast-paced, high-heat standalone romance that expertly weaves together mafia danger, possessive love, and intense emotional stakes. For readers drawn to alpha anti-heroes, forbidden connections, and an obsession that balances on the edge of terrifying and intoxicating, this story is a definite must-read.
At the heart of the novel is Bianca Marino, a strong-willed woman with a noble dream—to open a women’s shelter and make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. However, the arranged marriage takes an unexpected and shocking turn on the wedding day when Bianca is forced to marry someone entirely unforeseen. Instead of her intended fiancé, she finds herself standing at the altar with Cormac Whelan—his brother, a godlike and dangerously captivating mafia devil who rules the streets of New York City.
From the very first chapter, the mafia world is vivid and unflinching—gritty, violent, and steeped in ruthless power struggles. Cormac is far more than just a dangerous man; he embodies dominance and control in a brutal underworld. His obsession with Bianca adds a perilous edge to his already fearsome reputation. The dynamic between Cormac and Bianca forms the beating heart of the novel.
What starts as forced proximity quickly evolves into a dangerously addictive push-and-pull of desire, submission, and unexpected emotional vulnerability. Bianca is no helpless captive; she’s sharp, determined, and always strategizing how to turn Cormac’s obsession to her advantage. Yet as their chemistry intensifies, so does the emotional complexity—leaving readers to wonder whether she’s simply surviving or beginning to fall.
For all his savagery, Cormac reveals moments of fierce devotion that match the strength of his threats. He’s possessive, yes—but also unwavering in his twisted loyalty. His love is brutal and demanding, yet undeniably all-consuming.
The romance is dark, provocative, and charged with scorching tension. The intimacy between Cormac and Bianca is raw and passionate, perfectly capturing themes of dominance, surrender, and emotional vulnerability. Their connection is a perfect storm—equal parts terrifying and magnetic.
Set against a backdrop of mafia violence and dangerous alliances, Arranged Obsession delivers a story where passion and peril collide. B.B. Hamel crafts a dark, addictive romance filled with raw emotion, intense chemistry, and a love that defies conventional morality. For those who relish stories where danger amplifies desire and obsession becomes an overwhelming force, this book offers a gripping escape into the darker side of romance.
At the heart of the novel is Bianca Marino, a strong-willed woman with a noble dream—to open a women’s shelter and make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. However, the arranged marriage takes an unexpected and shocking turn on the wedding day when Bianca is forced to marry someone entirely unforeseen. Instead of her intended fiancé, she finds herself standing at the altar with Cormac Whelan—his brother, a godlike and dangerously captivating mafia devil who rules the streets of New York City.
From the very first chapter, the mafia world is vivid and unflinching—gritty, violent, and steeped in ruthless power struggles. Cormac is far more than just a dangerous man; he embodies dominance and control in a brutal underworld. His obsession with Bianca adds a perilous edge to his already fearsome reputation. The dynamic between Cormac and Bianca forms the beating heart of the novel.
What starts as forced proximity quickly evolves into a dangerously addictive push-and-pull of desire, submission, and unexpected emotional vulnerability. Bianca is no helpless captive; she’s sharp, determined, and always strategizing how to turn Cormac’s obsession to her advantage. Yet as their chemistry intensifies, so does the emotional complexity—leaving readers to wonder whether she’s simply surviving or beginning to fall.
For all his savagery, Cormac reveals moments of fierce devotion that match the strength of his threats. He’s possessive, yes—but also unwavering in his twisted loyalty. His love is brutal and demanding, yet undeniably all-consuming.
The romance is dark, provocative, and charged with scorching tension. The intimacy between Cormac and Bianca is raw and passionate, perfectly capturing themes of dominance, surrender, and emotional vulnerability. Their connection is a perfect storm—equal parts terrifying and magnetic.
Set against a backdrop of mafia violence and dangerous alliances, Arranged Obsession delivers a story where passion and peril collide. B.B. Hamel crafts a dark, addictive romance filled with raw emotion, intense chemistry, and a love that defies conventional morality. For those who relish stories where danger amplifies desire and obsession becomes an overwhelming force, this book offers a gripping escape into the darker side of romance.
August 19, 2025
In Arranged Obsession, we meet Cormac Whelan. He is the clan’s enforcer. Their killer. His mind is so twisted, many people fear him. He is close to his parents and brothers but he only lives for one person, Bianca Marino. Cormac has been stalking Bianca for a long time. There is just something about her. He knows he has always been different but he also feels lonely. When he finds out she is arranged to be married to his brother, he is devastated. This is necessary in order to build an alliance between The Marinos Famiglia and The Whelan Clan. When he comes face to face with her, he becomes spellbound. She is more beautiful than he ever imagined. He will do anything to make sure his brother does not marry her. What will happen?
All Bianca wants to do is starts a woman’s shelter. It has always been her dream to give back. When her brother, Don Marino, tells her of an arranged marriage she is heartbroken. However she will do what needs to be done. When she meets her fiancé, she also meet his brother Cormac and she is scared. She’s heard the stories about him but she is scared because he is her stalker. She knows she has a stalker but had never imagined it would be this psychopath. However meeting him in person, she just knows it’s him. Although she’s terrified of him, she’s also drawn to him. They both feel the magnetic pull but she is marrying his brother. She’s in the shock of her life when she sees Cormac standing at the altar on her wedding day. What will she do? Will she try to make it work or refuse to marry him?
B.B Hamel made me feel for Bianca. She just wants to achieve her dream and she is willing to do anything to make it a reality. I also felt for Cormac. I love that whatever connection he feels with Bianca makes him feel alive. Furthermore when he is with her, he actually feels emotions like happy and hopeful. Although it might seem scary how completely obsessed he is, the lengths he goes through for her is quite beautiful. Their chemistry is so intense. She knows it’s wrong to want to be with him but that is what makes it so hot. You just feel yourself rooting for them. This story made me laugh and cry. It was filled with humor, action, heat, and a lot of suspense. I was on the edge of my seat the whole time. I am so excited for the next book. I want to hear more about these brothers.
All Bianca wants to do is starts a woman’s shelter. It has always been her dream to give back. When her brother, Don Marino, tells her of an arranged marriage she is heartbroken. However she will do what needs to be done. When she meets her fiancé, she also meet his brother Cormac and she is scared. She’s heard the stories about him but she is scared because he is her stalker. She knows she has a stalker but had never imagined it would be this psychopath. However meeting him in person, she just knows it’s him. Although she’s terrified of him, she’s also drawn to him. They both feel the magnetic pull but she is marrying his brother. She’s in the shock of her life when she sees Cormac standing at the altar on her wedding day. What will she do? Will she try to make it work or refuse to marry him?
B.B Hamel made me feel for Bianca. She just wants to achieve her dream and she is willing to do anything to make it a reality. I also felt for Cormac. I love that whatever connection he feels with Bianca makes him feel alive. Furthermore when he is with her, he actually feels emotions like happy and hopeful. Although it might seem scary how completely obsessed he is, the lengths he goes through for her is quite beautiful. Their chemistry is so intense. She knows it’s wrong to want to be with him but that is what makes it so hot. You just feel yourself rooting for them. This story made me laugh and cry. It was filled with humor, action, heat, and a lot of suspense. I was on the edge of my seat the whole time. I am so excited for the next book. I want to hear more about these brothers.
August 19, 2025
I married my stalker.
Right after he stole me from his brother.
Cormac Whelan’s a beautiful and godlike mafia devil who rules the streets of New York City.
And he can’t stand the idea of my arrangement with his brother.
I wasn’t supposed to get anywhere near that psychopath Cormac.
Except he’s waiting up at the altar on my wedding day.
Now I’m trapped by a vicious monster, and it gets worse.
Cormac is deeply obsessed with me, and it’s terrifying.
But the attraction I feel toward him is equally dark and twisted.
All I want is to open and run a women’s shelter… and maybe I can use Cormac’s infatuation against him.
He’ll give me whatever I ask for, so long as I submit to his possessive and sinful rules.
I’m playing with a savage, and unless I’m careful, he’s going to break me in ways I may never come back from.
This contemporary dark mafia romance enemies-to-lovers stalkere romance is page-turning with exceptional world-building in New York City that is engulfed by darkness, danger, violence, and grit, and characters that are a psychopath Cormac Whelan, a beautiful and godlike mafia devil who rules the streets of New York City. He is ruthless, dangerous, obsessive/possessive, violent, brooding, a vicious monster, and more. The female heroine married her stalker after he stole her from his brother, who are both captivating and realistic. Their journey is enthralling with an arranged obsession/arranged marriage, explicit romance that is consumed by steamy, sizzling passion, lust, desire, and spice with all the feelings to leave readers breathless and begging for more, deception, drama, heartfelt emotions, action, adventure, and more. I recommend reading this book by an extraordinary author who knows how to captivate their readers' hearts and attention with an arranged obsession and an explicit dark mafia romance that is sure to transport readers into a world that is wildly dark, dangerous, lustful, and unforgettable.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Right after he stole me from his brother.
Cormac Whelan’s a beautiful and godlike mafia devil who rules the streets of New York City.
And he can’t stand the idea of my arrangement with his brother.
I wasn’t supposed to get anywhere near that psychopath Cormac.
Except he’s waiting up at the altar on my wedding day.
Now I’m trapped by a vicious monster, and it gets worse.
Cormac is deeply obsessed with me, and it’s terrifying.
But the attraction I feel toward him is equally dark and twisted.
All I want is to open and run a women’s shelter… and maybe I can use Cormac’s infatuation against him.
He’ll give me whatever I ask for, so long as I submit to his possessive and sinful rules.
I’m playing with a savage, and unless I’m careful, he’s going to break me in ways I may never come back from.
This contemporary dark mafia romance enemies-to-lovers stalkere romance is page-turning with exceptional world-building in New York City that is engulfed by darkness, danger, violence, and grit, and characters that are a psychopath Cormac Whelan, a beautiful and godlike mafia devil who rules the streets of New York City. He is ruthless, dangerous, obsessive/possessive, violent, brooding, a vicious monster, and more. The female heroine married her stalker after he stole her from his brother, who are both captivating and realistic. Their journey is enthralling with an arranged obsession/arranged marriage, explicit romance that is consumed by steamy, sizzling passion, lust, desire, and spice with all the feelings to leave readers breathless and begging for more, deception, drama, heartfelt emotions, action, adventure, and more. I recommend reading this book by an extraordinary author who knows how to captivate their readers' hearts and attention with an arranged obsession and an explicit dark mafia romance that is sure to transport readers into a world that is wildly dark, dangerous, lustful, and unforgettable.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
August 24, 2025
His feather,her ghost!
Brinca is a pampered mafia princess, she knows what her family is and she excepts it and her way that is she volunteers at house that takes in women who are on their last hope,battered women and children and she feels that she doesn't do enough and more could be done.But now she has to leave the job that she is comfortable at ,he brother tells her it's time to help the family and means to marry.She is totally against it and doesn't want to because it means she will leave Philadelphia and move to New York.Her brother Adriano who is also the Don of family makes a deal,money,what ever she needs to set up a home like she volunteer at in Philadelphia. She agrees but she wants to meet the future bridegroom Finn.They have a meet but nothing feels right,between them.She does meet his brother Comac and she is hit with smells and familiar things.She thinks he is the person who is in her apartment stealing diffent items from her,like hair ties,her grandmother 's ring,chapstick.The day gets closer for the wedding but there will be a change in bridegrooms which sets off both families. But Comac has his reasons why his brother couldn't married his feather.For the last seven years he has been stalking her and stealing menoes from her and he does this when he has to kill,it calms him down,he has always been a loner of the family.Brinica makes a deal with her new husband, help fund her new charity and any thing else she may need and because she means so much to him he says yes.Things are changing out on the streets of Philadelphia, threats and also against Brinca. Nothing can harm his feather,his lightness.This story has alot of action, heart and I feel for Brinca and Comac, they are the glue and nothing takes them apart!
Brinca is a pampered mafia princess, she knows what her family is and she excepts it and her way that is she volunteers at house that takes in women who are on their last hope,battered women and children and she feels that she doesn't do enough and more could be done.But now she has to leave the job that she is comfortable at ,he brother tells her it's time to help the family and means to marry.She is totally against it and doesn't want to because it means she will leave Philadelphia and move to New York.Her brother Adriano who is also the Don of family makes a deal,money,what ever she needs to set up a home like she volunteer at in Philadelphia. She agrees but she wants to meet the future bridegroom Finn.They have a meet but nothing feels right,between them.She does meet his brother Comac and she is hit with smells and familiar things.She thinks he is the person who is in her apartment stealing diffent items from her,like hair ties,her grandmother 's ring,chapstick.The day gets closer for the wedding but there will be a change in bridegrooms which sets off both families. But Comac has his reasons why his brother couldn't married his feather.For the last seven years he has been stalking her and stealing menoes from her and he does this when he has to kill,it calms him down,he has always been a loner of the family.Brinica makes a deal with her new husband, help fund her new charity and any thing else she may need and because she means so much to him he says yes.Things are changing out on the streets of Philadelphia, threats and also against Brinca. Nothing can harm his feather,his lightness.This story has alot of action, heart and I feel for Brinca and Comac, they are the glue and nothing takes them apart!
September 11, 2025
Bianca Marino lives in Philadelphia with her brother Adriano in the Marino Famiglia’s most guarded and important mansion. Adriano took over as the Don of the Famiglia two years ago. Most people look at Bianca and think she is just a spoiled mafia princess. She volunteers at Grace House, a sanctuary for women and their children. She has had a ghost in her suite for seven years that steals small items from her. This time it is a Chapstick. She always knows when her ghost has been there because he leaves behind a scent that is woodsy, spicy and masculine.
Adriano tells Bianca that she is to marry Finn Whelan, the youngest son of Padraig Whelan and move to New York. She will be the face of the Marino Family as they expand into New York. She is furious but agrees as long as she can start a non-profit for women and children.
Padraig and Siobhan Whelan have four sons. Declan is the oldest and will take over as the head of the family when Padraig dies. Cormac is the Whelan Family ghost. He is the main enforcer especially in difficult situations. Seamus heads the crews that are on the street. Finn is the youngest who is eager and ready to prove himself. Cormac is summoned to a family dinner and his mother entices him by making his favorite meal. His father announces that Finn will be marrying Bianca Marino to solidify an alliance between the two families. Cormac is floored because he has been obsessed with Bianca for many years but no one in the family knows that. Cormac is Bianca’s ghost.
I knew things would get interesting when Cormac gets Finn to agree to let him marry Bianca at the last minute. I was rooting for Cormac and Bianca to end up as a real couple in this marriage. Another exciting story featuring the Marino Family.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Adriano tells Bianca that she is to marry Finn Whelan, the youngest son of Padraig Whelan and move to New York. She will be the face of the Marino Family as they expand into New York. She is furious but agrees as long as she can start a non-profit for women and children.
Padraig and Siobhan Whelan have four sons. Declan is the oldest and will take over as the head of the family when Padraig dies. Cormac is the Whelan Family ghost. He is the main enforcer especially in difficult situations. Seamus heads the crews that are on the street. Finn is the youngest who is eager and ready to prove himself. Cormac is summoned to a family dinner and his mother entices him by making his favorite meal. His father announces that Finn will be marrying Bianca Marino to solidify an alliance between the two families. Cormac is floored because he has been obsessed with Bianca for many years but no one in the family knows that. Cormac is Bianca’s ghost.
I knew things would get interesting when Cormac gets Finn to agree to let him marry Bianca at the last minute. I was rooting for Cormac and Bianca to end up as a real couple in this marriage. Another exciting story featuring the Marino Family.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
August 17, 2025
His Angel and Her Demon -
Cormac’s attraction was fiery and bordering on mania, but when every time Bianca was in danger, his most protective instinct takes over to ensure her safety. Bianca wasn’t pleased about being forced into an arranged marriage, but she felt an inexplicable pull towards her soon to be brother in law, so finding him at the alter instead of his brother sent her heart beating out of sync. Not everyone was happy with Cormac taking the marriage over from his brother, but he did everything to convince them to accept it.
However, convincing Bianca to accept the situation was a lot more difficult, as she suspected Cormac was connected to some events that had been haunted for years, but she had no evidence and also hated that she was attracted to him. However, everything changed after Bianca discovered Cormac’s secret and it caused her to have a panic attack, but she calmed down after he opened up to her about everything, including his reasons. Luckily, Cormac and Bianca’s relationship got back on track towards the fulfilling future they wanted.
OMG! B.B. Hamel just took me on a thrill ride filled with action, anxiety, violence and steamy encounters with a few twists that will keep you on the edge of your seat. This mesmerising story was explosive from the start, no wonder I couldn't put it down once I started reading. I urge you to clear you day to read this action-packed, messy and hotter than a heatwave romance story and you won’t be disappointed.
I received a free review copy of this book via Booksprout and I am voluntarily leaving a review.
Cormac’s attraction was fiery and bordering on mania, but when every time Bianca was in danger, his most protective instinct takes over to ensure her safety. Bianca wasn’t pleased about being forced into an arranged marriage, but she felt an inexplicable pull towards her soon to be brother in law, so finding him at the alter instead of his brother sent her heart beating out of sync. Not everyone was happy with Cormac taking the marriage over from his brother, but he did everything to convince them to accept it.
However, convincing Bianca to accept the situation was a lot more difficult, as she suspected Cormac was connected to some events that had been haunted for years, but she had no evidence and also hated that she was attracted to him. However, everything changed after Bianca discovered Cormac’s secret and it caused her to have a panic attack, but she calmed down after he opened up to her about everything, including his reasons. Luckily, Cormac and Bianca’s relationship got back on track towards the fulfilling future they wanted.
OMG! B.B. Hamel just took me on a thrill ride filled with action, anxiety, violence and steamy encounters with a few twists that will keep you on the edge of your seat. This mesmerising story was explosive from the start, no wonder I couldn't put it down once I started reading. I urge you to clear you day to read this action-packed, messy and hotter than a heatwave romance story and you won’t be disappointed.
I received a free review copy of this book via Booksprout and I am voluntarily leaving a review.
August 19, 2025
This is an enjoyable Dark Mafia Romance where we find Bianca who’s always tried to even the scales of evil and goodness by volunteering at a Women’s Shelter. When you have a stalker who’s able to get past her family’s security for years Bianca has come to terms with items missing from her room and can always smell his scent. When the Don, her brother arranges a marriage for connections and power she’s beside herself. Finn the youngest and still learning the ropes becomes her groom does Cormac take steps to do what he needs over their families. Cormac has a troubled life with being the Ghost of the family but unknown to many Bianca is his feather and lightness. Last minute on her wedding day Cormac becomes the groom and there are anger and frustration until Cormac makes peace with all those involved promising to protect Briana against those out to stop this union and power play. These two are very aware of the other and navigate at times with caution and others full steam ahead. Creating her own Women’s Shelter with growing pains and enemies out to end her life secrets are revealed and Cormac makes decisions to hold them together only if Bianca can see his truth in his explanation. Claiming the one who belongs to you is a reward one never stops fighting and holding onto! I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
February 4, 2026
currently reading at 33%, but I'm unsure if I will finish. so I'm not exactly sure why I do this to myself but I keep seeing advertisements for this book on social media so I decided to read it.
I know I have read other books by this author but I don't remember them exactly and I don't care enough to go check. this story is pretty boring and the characters don't really have any depth to them. also I'm not sure if it's the author or just this book but it might be both but I find that the characters will say one thing but then have internal dialogue that says something completely different and that's annoying when it happens multiple times. also the story seems very glossed over and they don't really go into depth and draw you into the situation. like we know that the MMC breaks into her brothers place and goes into her rooms and steals things and he's been doing it for 7 years but we also know from text that she doesn't have any known interactions with the MMC and doesn't understand why he was doing it after she found out. but I'm 33% in and they haven't even addressed that scenario even during his povs like where you met her why he's doing it other than him saying that she's a feather and a saint and he likes to go there after he analyze people due to his job with his Mafia lite family or whatever.
I know I have read other books by this author but I don't remember them exactly and I don't care enough to go check. this story is pretty boring and the characters don't really have any depth to them. also I'm not sure if it's the author or just this book but it might be both but I find that the characters will say one thing but then have internal dialogue that says something completely different and that's annoying when it happens multiple times. also the story seems very glossed over and they don't really go into depth and draw you into the situation. like we know that the MMC breaks into her brothers place and goes into her rooms and steals things and he's been doing it for 7 years but we also know from text that she doesn't have any known interactions with the MMC and doesn't understand why he was doing it after she found out. but I'm 33% in and they haven't even addressed that scenario even during his povs like where you met her why he's doing it other than him saying that she's a feather and a saint and he likes to go there after he analyze people due to his job with his Mafia lite family or whatever.
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August 31, 2025
Affinity Star read!!!!!! 💫
Loved this book!!!!
It is one of my favorites for the year
I could not put this book down and I read it in one day.
This is a well written action packed story, with family dynamics, friendships, emotions, challenges, danger, secrets, suspense, secrets, alliances, enemies / lovers, engaging characters, revenge, revelations, undeniable chemistry, and love which leads to an entertaining, twisted, and unpredictable, mafia romance.
I loved how kind and amazing and giving Bianca was in this book and that she voluteered at an women's shelter called Grace House and she helped take care of other people in this book too.
I also loved the friendship between Bianca and Kate who was the director at Grace House.
This book had twists and turns. And this was also an spicy read.
Some parts of this book I didn't like Bianca's brother Adriano and how he arranged her to get married to someone she didn't know because both families needed to help each other in the Mafia world. But getting into the book I liked her brother and also that he protected her too and I also liked his wife Lucy and their child Alessia and I loved how Bianca was with them.
Bianca was supposed to marry Finn but she ended up marrying Cormac Finn's older brother and also Bianca found out Cormac was her stalker and the ghost who comes in her room.
Loved the romance between Cormac and Bianca!!!
loved how they both had nicknames for each other
Cormac's nickname for Bianca was "My Feather" and Bianca's nickname for Cormac was "My Ghost". I loved how overprotective and Jealous Cormac was of Bianca. I liked Cormac's family and I also liked how he was with his brothers in this book.
I also loved how strong Bianca was in this book and how she stood up to Cormac.
I am so glad they got an happy ending together in this book.
I loved this book so much I bought the book. I also recommed this book. And I can't wait to read other books from this author.
Loved this book!!!!
It is one of my favorites for the year
I could not put this book down and I read it in one day.
This is a well written action packed story, with family dynamics, friendships, emotions, challenges, danger, secrets, suspense, secrets, alliances, enemies / lovers, engaging characters, revenge, revelations, undeniable chemistry, and love which leads to an entertaining, twisted, and unpredictable, mafia romance.
I loved how kind and amazing and giving Bianca was in this book and that she voluteered at an women's shelter called Grace House and she helped take care of other people in this book too.
I also loved the friendship between Bianca and Kate who was the director at Grace House.
This book had twists and turns. And this was also an spicy read.
Some parts of this book I didn't like Bianca's brother Adriano and how he arranged her to get married to someone she didn't know because both families needed to help each other in the Mafia world. But getting into the book I liked her brother and also that he protected her too and I also liked his wife Lucy and their child Alessia and I loved how Bianca was with them.
Bianca was supposed to marry Finn but she ended up marrying Cormac Finn's older brother and also Bianca found out Cormac was her stalker and the ghost who comes in her room.
Loved the romance between Cormac and Bianca!!!
loved how they both had nicknames for each other
Cormac's nickname for Bianca was "My Feather" and Bianca's nickname for Cormac was "My Ghost". I loved how overprotective and Jealous Cormac was of Bianca. I liked Cormac's family and I also liked how he was with his brothers in this book.
I also loved how strong Bianca was in this book and how she stood up to Cormac.
I am so glad they got an happy ending together in this book.
I loved this book so much I bought the book. I also recommed this book. And I can't wait to read other books from this author.
October 31, 2025
I'm into the stalker trope but this wasn't really a useful stalker. He was more just a thief.
Why the big surprise - it felt really silly when she was freaked out to find his shrine to her. She knew he was her stalker and was already having sex with him so why was she surprised he kept it. If anything, I'd be like - oh, I was totally looking for that tube of chapstick - it's my favorite flavor. Thanks for keeping it safe.
And then why does she insist on her own bedroom - I'm fine with it being a plot point but she had zero reason or justification for wanting it.
Why is she a cheapass hobo!!! What is up with all the used second hand furniture and mattress. It's NYC idiot - do you want bed bugs!!! GROSS
And then her only mission in life is to be a social worker. I just didn't get it. That felt like such a weird ploy to get us to like her and thinkg she's a good person but she mostly just came off as an idiot. She has zero training in social work, she's not licensed and doesnt work with the city to coordinate any police and community resources to help people. She's just like - look at me and what a good person I am!
Don't waste your time - this really wasn't a good story.
Why the big surprise - it felt really silly when she was freaked out to find his shrine to her. She knew he was her stalker and was already having sex with him so why was she surprised he kept it. If anything, I'd be like - oh, I was totally looking for that tube of chapstick - it's my favorite flavor. Thanks for keeping it safe.
And then why does she insist on her own bedroom - I'm fine with it being a plot point but she had zero reason or justification for wanting it.
Why is she a cheapass hobo!!! What is up with all the used second hand furniture and mattress. It's NYC idiot - do you want bed bugs!!! GROSS
And then her only mission in life is to be a social worker. I just didn't get it. That felt like such a weird ploy to get us to like her and thinkg she's a good person but she mostly just came off as an idiot. She has zero training in social work, she's not licensed and doesnt work with the city to coordinate any police and community resources to help people. She's just like - look at me and what a good person I am!
Don't waste your time - this really wasn't a good story.
August 19, 2025
This is a really great book about an arranged marriage between two members of different crime families: Bianca and Cormac.
He is a very dark person, a murderer for his Irish crime clan, but as soon as he sees Bianca, his world lights up, he’s obsessed with her and uses her as a kind of therapy.
She does charity work as a way of making up for her Italian Famiglia’s practices.
The attraction between them is there from the beginning, and she finds herself increasingly drawn to him. And he will do anything to protect her, resulting in a high body count. In turn she makes him appreciate his family again.
I loved this story of the Ghost and his Feather!
A few of my favourite Cormac quotes (there were so many!):
- “We can balance each other. You make me better. I make you so much worse.”
- “You make me feel, Bianca. Your goodness. Your lightness. You try to do right even surrounded by everything that’s fucking wrong, and I worship you for it. I’m the darkness. You’re the light.”
- I don’t need anything else but her. Never have before, never will again.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
He is a very dark person, a murderer for his Irish crime clan, but as soon as he sees Bianca, his world lights up, he’s obsessed with her and uses her as a kind of therapy.
She does charity work as a way of making up for her Italian Famiglia’s practices.
The attraction between them is there from the beginning, and she finds herself increasingly drawn to him. And he will do anything to protect her, resulting in a high body count. In turn she makes him appreciate his family again.
I loved this story of the Ghost and his Feather!
A few of my favourite Cormac quotes (there were so many!):
- “We can balance each other. You make me better. I make you so much worse.”
- “You make me feel, Bianca. Your goodness. Your lightness. You try to do right even surrounded by everything that’s fucking wrong, and I worship you for it. I’m the darkness. You’re the light.”
- I don’t need anything else but her. Never have before, never will again.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 26, 2025
3.5 stars.
Some of the writing in here was awkward, and I had to go back and reread a few sentences to see if I'd missed things. But this was overall an interesting story about an arranged marriage between a mafia leader's sister who's trying to even out the bad her family does by helping at a women's shelter, and the man who had been breaking into her apartment and stealing little things for seven years. Cormac was the son of a crime family leader in New York City. He was pretty emotionally detached, and his love for Bianca was totally over the top as he pretty much worshipped the ground she walked on. I liked Bianca, as she was a genuinely kind person, and I felt awful for some of what she went through in here. I thought she sometimes made pretty reckless decisions, and I admit that I didn't quite feel her love for Cormac until closer to the end. Their relationship was super physical, Cormac was crazily devoted, and Bianca slowly came to love him despite all his flaws. I recommend this to those who like mafia romance with compassionate heroines, and heroes who will do literally anything to get the woman they want.
Some of the writing in here was awkward, and I had to go back and reread a few sentences to see if I'd missed things. But this was overall an interesting story about an arranged marriage between a mafia leader's sister who's trying to even out the bad her family does by helping at a women's shelter, and the man who had been breaking into her apartment and stealing little things for seven years. Cormac was the son of a crime family leader in New York City. He was pretty emotionally detached, and his love for Bianca was totally over the top as he pretty much worshipped the ground she walked on. I liked Bianca, as she was a genuinely kind person, and I felt awful for some of what she went through in here. I thought she sometimes made pretty reckless decisions, and I admit that I didn't quite feel her love for Cormac until closer to the end. Their relationship was super physical, Cormac was crazily devoted, and Bianca slowly came to love him despite all his flaws. I recommend this to those who like mafia romance with compassionate heroines, and heroes who will do literally anything to get the woman they want.
August 19, 2025
I don’t know what it is about the twisted ones who are also broken, but it’s like catnip. And so is this book. Cormac has always been different, darker, protective. A little twisted and broken, although in part that’s because he lost his way until he met Bianca, his Feather. His obsession. He is wholeheartedly, singlemindedly in love with her and worships her to the point just past madness. I know I’m not alone in thinking “Yes, please”, and we all need lots and lots of therapy.
Cat’s Stats
MMC/FMC- Cormac and Bianca
Genre- Mafia Romance
Heat- Holy carp. Just… holy carp.
Series? ?
Safety? Y
Triggers- hope you packed a lunch because this is gonna take awhile…. Including but not limited to substance abuse, Substance trafficking, violence, graphic violence, extreme violence, and mayhem.
Tropes- safe stalking, Hitman Baby One More Time, Do Si Do with the Mafioso, Guest Starring the Bratva, Simply Mad About the Mob, When Irish Eyes Are Smiling, Arranged Marriage, Opposites Attract, Touch Her and Unalive, J/P Hero, Bechdel Test.
Cat’s Stats
MMC/FMC- Cormac and Bianca
Genre- Mafia Romance
Heat- Holy carp. Just… holy carp.
Series? ?
Safety? Y
Triggers- hope you packed a lunch because this is gonna take awhile…. Including but not limited to substance abuse, Substance trafficking, violence, graphic violence, extreme violence, and mayhem.
Tropes- safe stalking, Hitman Baby One More Time, Do Si Do with the Mafioso, Guest Starring the Bratva, Simply Mad About the Mob, When Irish Eyes Are Smiling, Arranged Marriage, Opposites Attract, Touch Her and Unalive, J/P Hero, Bechdel Test.
August 19, 2025
Hooked on a Ghost with all the tingles of passion!
I fell in love with Bianca as she comes to terms with a ghost in her rooms and always a missing item for 7 years and volunteers at a shelter to offset what her family does. Then there is Cormac, aka The Ghost whose job for his family is to make issues go away for good. When Bianca’s brother demands her to marry for the good of the family, she refuses but after her brother’s bribe she accepts. When Cormac joins his family for dinner, he discovers his father has arranged a marriage to his younger brother to his “feather”. The plot is set, the vibes are ramped between Cormac and Bianca as the wedding day arrives and the surprise is epic! When Cormac’s mind is otherwise diverted by thoughts of his feather, he royally screws up a job which has the bratva out for revenge. Add in Bianca breaking in the locked door and discovering a whole world of hurt. 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!
I fell in love with Bianca as she comes to terms with a ghost in her rooms and always a missing item for 7 years and volunteers at a shelter to offset what her family does. Then there is Cormac, aka The Ghost whose job for his family is to make issues go away for good. When Bianca’s brother demands her to marry for the good of the family, she refuses but after her brother’s bribe she accepts. When Cormac joins his family for dinner, he discovers his father has arranged a marriage to his younger brother to his “feather”. The plot is set, the vibes are ramped between Cormac and Bianca as the wedding day arrives and the surprise is epic! When Cormac’s mind is otherwise diverted by thoughts of his feather, he royally screws up a job which has the bratva out for revenge. Add in Bianca breaking in the locked door and discovering a whole world of hurt. 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!
August 20, 2025
I was deeply impressed by the intensity of Cormac's character and his obsession, which didn't consume him but rather gave him balance. I found his relationship with his family interesting, the role he played in it, and their vision of him. Bianca had made it her mission to be a resource in the life she had been given. There were times when I worried that she was struggling with conflicting emotions and self-doubt, but she turned out to be stronger than I expected. During the reading, I reached the point of putting down the e-reader and taking a break. The darkness surrounding Cormac was palpable, and at one point, I felt like it was going to engulf Bianca. I'm very drawn to conflicting situations and the way the characters deal with them, and Bianca had her hands full with Cormac. The story gripped me from the beginning and kept me eagerly awaiting the author's next trick, as her ingenuity never fails to deliver satisfying endings. I found this story very exciting, with plenty of action, suspense, violence, and passion.
August 20, 2025
Imagine things go missing in your room and there is no explanation for it. You have had camera put in and extra guards and yet still things go missing. Would make you a bit paranoid. You think there must be a ghost or something. This is what was happening to Bianca. Her brother had no explanation. She had a very sheltered life. Her volunteering at a women's shelter was her way of giving back a bit for what her family did. Then her family asks more of her. Her brother has arranged a marriage with the Whelan family. This will be a good alliance for the familigia. She is so taken aback she doesn't know what to do. Then on her wedding, there is a different brother up at the altar. Cormac Whelan is the family ghost. He is the enforcer/assassin and people know to stay out of his way. There is something about him though that makes him familiar to her and she knows he will never hurt her. This is the beginning of a really good mafia romance that you will want to read.
I voluntarily wrote this review from reading an advanced copy of this book.
I voluntarily wrote this review from reading an advanced copy of this book.
August 25, 2025
Bianca Marino, dedicated to helping others, is forced into an arranged marriage to benefit her family and the Whelan family in NYC. She feels no connection to her intended, Finn, but is drawn to his brother, Cormac, unaware he’s the mysterious “ghost” who’s been taking small items from her room for years, leaving his scent behind. At the wedding, Cormac unexpectedly takes Finn’s place as the groom, angering Bianca and her brother. Though reluctant, Bianca agrees to the marriage, and their relationship becomes a battle over space, activities, and safety. When a car bomb meant for Bianca destroys her new shelter, Cormac suspects Russian involvement. As threats persist, Bianca and Cormac grow closer, and she discovers his shrine of her mementos, stirring her emotions. A clever negotiation resolves the conflicts, benefiting all parties, and their marriage finds a happy ending. B.B. Hamel delivers a gripping plot with strong, complementary characters.1.4s.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
August 18, 2025
Arranged Obsession is another great story from this talented author. I could not put it down. It is filled with suspense and secrets.
Bianca's brother wants more power so he arranges that she be married to the youngest son of a family. When she shows up at the wedding the man is not who she thought it would be. Instead it is his older brother Cormac. Cormac is an assassin for his family and he very dangerous. He has been secretly stalking Bianca and cannot stand by and let his brother marry her.
I loved how focused Cormac was on Bianca. He was so obsessed with her. All she wanted was to run a women's shelter and he fully supported her. Cormac was a very unique character who found his only comfort with Bianca. She was so good for him. Their story was very enjoyable. Highly recommended. I look forward to more from this talented author.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Bianca's brother wants more power so he arranges that she be married to the youngest son of a family. When she shows up at the wedding the man is not who she thought it would be. Instead it is his older brother Cormac. Cormac is an assassin for his family and he very dangerous. He has been secretly stalking Bianca and cannot stand by and let his brother marry her.
I loved how focused Cormac was on Bianca. He was so obsessed with her. All she wanted was to run a women's shelter and he fully supported her. Cormac was a very unique character who found his only comfort with Bianca. She was so good for him. Their story was very enjoyable. Highly recommended. I look forward to more from this talented author.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
August 25, 2025
𝑰 𝒘𝒐𝒓𝒔𝒉𝒊𝒑 𝒚𝒐𝒖, 𝑩𝒊𝒂𝒏𝒄𝒂. 𝑰 𝒂𝒍𝒘𝒂𝒚𝒔 𝒉𝒂𝒗𝒆.
Wow! I really missed these kinds of BB books—I couldn’t put this one down. Talk about a wild ride!
Cormac, known to his family as the Ghostman, has been obsessed with Bianca for seven years. He’s been sneaking into her place and taking little trinkets each time he visits. He even has a room at his house filled to the brim with all the trinkets he’s ever taken from her—his own personal shrine to Bianca.
𝑰'𝒎 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒅𝒂𝒓𝒌𝒏𝒆𝒔𝒔. 𝒀𝒐𝒖'𝒓𝒆 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒍𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒕.
Bianca’s brother needs an alliance with the Whelans, so she’s arranged to marry Finn, Cormac’s younger brother. Cormac finally makes his presence known. Bianca has no idea how her life is about to change when she meets her “Ghost”—a man who will stop at nothing to prevent his brother from marrying the woman he loves.
𝒀𝒐𝒖'𝒅 𝒃𝒆𝒕𝒕𝒆𝒓 𝒕𝒂𝒌𝒆 𝒆𝒗𝒆𝒓𝒚 𝒊𝒏𝒄𝒉 𝒐𝒇 𝒎𝒆.
Bianca is about to meet her kleptomaniac, psycho “ghost” husband—and she’s about to learn just how much she means to him.
Wow! I really missed these kinds of BB books—I couldn’t put this one down. Talk about a wild ride!
Cormac, known to his family as the Ghostman, has been obsessed with Bianca for seven years. He’s been sneaking into her place and taking little trinkets each time he visits. He even has a room at his house filled to the brim with all the trinkets he’s ever taken from her—his own personal shrine to Bianca.
𝑰'𝒎 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒅𝒂𝒓𝒌𝒏𝒆𝒔𝒔. 𝒀𝒐𝒖'𝒓𝒆 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒍𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒕.
Bianca’s brother needs an alliance with the Whelans, so she’s arranged to marry Finn, Cormac’s younger brother. Cormac finally makes his presence known. Bianca has no idea how her life is about to change when she meets her “Ghost”—a man who will stop at nothing to prevent his brother from marrying the woman he loves.
𝒀𝒐𝒖'𝒅 𝒃𝒆𝒕𝒕𝒆𝒓 𝒕𝒂𝒌𝒆 𝒆𝒗𝒆𝒓𝒚 𝒊𝒏𝒄𝒉 𝒐𝒇 𝒎𝒆.
Bianca is about to meet her kleptomaniac, psycho “ghost” husband—and she’s about to learn just how much she means to him.
August 18, 2025
For years Bianca had a stalker, a ghost who would come into her space and take something of hers, but never left a trace or sighting, that is until her brother arranges for her to be married to Finn the youngest Whelan son. Cormac is a man with a psychos reputation and when he learns of his brothers engagment to his saint Bianca he finally comes out of the shadows to claim her as his own. All Bianca wanted was to run a womens shelter, knowing her familys buisness holds blame for why so many people ended up at the one she volunteered at, it became her purpose to do good, but now shes married to a man obsessed with her, could she use his obsession to get a shelter of her own, but at what cost to herself? Well written engaging, steamy desires dark themes, obsession beyond limit, worship, action and more.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
August 20, 2025
This is an arranged mafia marriage with a twist. Cormac has been stalking Bianca for years. But no one knows about that except his mother. When his father arranges his younger brother to marry her he can hardly stand it. So he convinces him to switch places at the altar. Needless to say no one is happy about that. But his mother steps in and supports him. Bianca is not happy about the marriage at all. She has no spark with Finn. But gets a tingle whenever she sees Cormac. When the dust settles and Bianca is faced with a like tied to this strange man things get interesting. The local Bratva tries to kill her several times. Can Bianca survive this marriage? Can Cormac convince her she is safest with him? Will this end up as a love match? Well…..there is a Happily Ever After. But it is so fun to read about all their troubles along the way. This is a steamy, obsessed, dangerous tale. I can hardly wait to see who falls next.
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