Texting The CEO's Obsession : A Steamy Age Gap Forbidden Romance

by Flora Ferrari

A masked stranger. A forbidden boss. A dangerous obsession.

Riley Morgan never expected her mystery texter to be Nicholas D’Amico—her cold, commanding billionaire boss. Off-limits. Untouchable. The one man she should run from.

But every message is dominant, addictive, and impossible to resist.

Nick has been watching Riley from the start. Now he’ll claim her with every text, every secret rendezvous… until she belongs to him.

Even if it costs them everything.

*Texting The CEO's Obsession is a scorching, forbidden workplace romance packed with dirty secrets, obsessive texts, and a CEO who will stop at nothing to own the woman he can’t let go.

Genres: Romance

352 pages, Kindle Edition

Published October 7, 2025

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Reviews

[Alison · Rating 5 out of 5]

Took me for a ride.

4.5 rounded up to 5 stars. While I found this book to be one of the better offerings from Flora Ferrari it definitely took me for a ride. I liked the beginning, hated the middle, loved the ending.

The hating the middle was because the sprung a smex club and lifestyle on me and I honestly hate those. It also made Nick come off as a guy that was only interested in Riley to fulfill his kinks because she seemed perfect for that. Having their first time in front of people didn’t exactly endear him to me.

After that part was over, it got better, there was less of that stuff and more concentration on the feelings and the thriller/mystery aspect of the story.

It was an intricate story which is something I’m not used to seeing with miss ferarri. It was worth the read, especially if you don’t have an aversion to smex clubs like I do.

[Ash Juillet · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was... quite different to the usual Flora Ferrari books I love. The plotline was similar to the template the author usually follows, but the characterisation and the intensity of their reactions to each other (usually OTT) wasn't as done well as the previous books. I just couldn't get into the characters' minds like I could with the other wonderful characters Flora Ferrari has come up with in the past.

The whole reason I love the author's books is her penchant for making OTT alpha males in positions of authority. Normal characters are so overrated. Anyway, this was still okay for a one-time read, but to be brutally honest, this isn't something I'd read again.

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[Nicole · Rating 5 out of 5]

Texting The CEO's Obsession is the fourth book in Texting The CEO series. A steamy full-length standalone romance with scorching hot passion, forbidden workplace romance packed with dirty secrets, obsessive texts, and a CEO who will stop at nothing to own the woman he can’t let go. It ends with a HEA. A fast paced, thrilling and tantalizing story with complex individuals and a fascinating storyline that captures the reader attention from the start and keeps you riveted and turning the pages. An unputdownable and absorbing addicting read. OMG is all that I can say. Compelling. Captivating. Decadent. Sinful. Dirty. A beautifully written story with complex individuals.

☑️💀Dangerous Obsession
🍒☑️Aged Gap Trope Story
☑️Forbidden Romance
☑️Workplace Romance
☑️Texting Romance
☑️Employee-Boss Romance
☑️Hidden Identity Story
☠️👀Stalker Romance
☑️Possessive Alpha Hero Story
☑️Contemporary Romance
☑️Lust-at-First-Sight Romance
☑️He-Falls-First Romance
☑️Good Girl Falls for Bad Boy Romance
☑️Secrets, Deception, Revelations
☑️Spice, Dominance, Submission
☑️BDSM, Dirty Talking, Mystery
☑️Danger, Suspense, Surprises
💀☠️Mafia Elements Romance
Nicholas D’Amico is a handsome silver fox, cold, grumpy, commanding billionaire bachelor with a distinct sexual taste. Riley Morgan is the beautiful hazel eye financial analyst who is working for the D’Amico family company at D’Amico Global under CEO Nicholas D’Amico and secretly been crushing on her boss but he's totally off-limits to her or any other employee for that matter. Nick as a crush on Riley and has been checking her out ever since she started working for the company. One year Nicholas held a masquerade Halloween party is his home where he dressed up as a ghost face masked man and he came across Riley at his party and since they were both in mask they could have anonymity without the other knowing who the other was. They engaged in a night filled with mind-blowing passion which changed Nicholas life. The two didn't exchanged names, or number.
Fast forward, a year later the company threw another masked event where she meets another mask man and they ended up in bed again. However, this time he asked her for her number so that he could communicate with her. And as they exchanged sexy, raunchy racy texts she can't help but to fall for the mysterious stranger. Although she always have a crush on her boss she was falling for her text guy, unbeknowing to her that the mysterious text man was her crush and boss. Nicholas became obsessed with her to point where he starts to stalk her and hires a private investigator so that he can learn everything about her. He wants to claim her as his own and is willing to do everything to make that happen.
And when she found out that her mystery man was actually her boss she wasn't upset because she got the man who she had always wanted. The two started a relationship where Nicholas exposed her to different sexual experience through sex club, kinks, BDSM and bondage. However, things weren't as smooth as they would like when a jealous ex-supervisor wasn't happy with the relationship and tried to ruin it with sabotage plus she was kidnapped. Nicholas must work to figure out who's trying to destroy their relationship and put a stop to it. This was a beautiful swoon-worthy romance that demands to be read.

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[Korkoi · Rating 5 out of 5]

Their Happiness was Worth Fighting For -
Riley had been fantasising about her boss ever since she started working for him and actually wrote about her fantasies in her diaries, which she never planned for anyone to see. Nick on the other hand was intensely attracted to Riley from the moment he laid eyes on her, but he took his time manipulating situations to ensure he would have a chance to explore his desires with her. Whilst Nick was rejecting the interests of an employee in the company, his longing looks towards Riley made her a target for bullying by the woman he rejected, so he took action to resolve the situation.

Nick and Riley embarked on a romance after a texting session, where they engaged in steamy encounters in the office and at his home. Unfortunately, just as Nick and Rile settled into their relationship, chaos ensued where their relationship was disrupted by a number of different problems and a major scandal that caused her walk away. Although Nick agreed to give Riley time to cool down whilst he resolved the scandal, he still kept checking up on her, which is why he realised she was in danger and had time to rescue her.

Luckily, Riley finally acknowledged her true feelings after she recovered from her encounter and told Nick, so they could get back on track towards the future they both wanted. This was an gripping office forbidden romance story with an intense obsessive and mafia twist, that started with slow and easy, but soon picked up speed to a point where I was on the edge of my seat and unable to take a break until I finished reading it. I really enjoyed reading this book and I highly recommend it to everyone.

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[Michelle Frater · Rating 4 out of 5]

Riley Morgan seems to have an uncanny talent for drawing mysterious strangers into her orbit. After two steamy, masked encounters, she finds herself texting with an anonymous man. At least… we assume it’s a man (honestly, how can you ever be sure over text?) But it doesn’t take long before the big reveal and I don’t think I’m letting the cat out of the bag by disclosing that her secret texter turns out to be none other than Nicholas D’Amico, her boss and long-standing, larger-than-life crush. Nick has been captivated by Riley from the moment she joined his company as an intern. He’s not exactly known for his patience, yet he’s waited two years to make his move. And make no mistake, he wants her…badly. Sure, his approach might toe the line of manipulation, but their texting chemistry felt more like digital blind dating than deceit. Riley’s candidness was downright refreshing, and when the conversation turned from flirty to downright filthy, the tension practically crackled off the page. Once the masks, both literal and metaphorical, come off, sparks fly. What follows is a slow, sensual seduction that’s as emotional as it is erotic. The spicy scenes were absolutely scorching. Riley’s willingness to explore a touch of BDSM added an extra thrill without overshadowing their connection. But, of course, not everyone is thrilled about this office romance. As family secrets, betrayals, and unexpected twists surface, the stakes get higher. The pacing is perfect, escalating from forbidden romance to a pulse-pounding, high-stakes climax that will have you glued to the pages. But be warned, once you dive in, you won’t be able to stop until the very last word.
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[Susan · Rating 5 out of 5]

A masked stranger. A forbidden boss. A dangerous obsession.

Riley Morgan never expected her mystery texter to be Nicholas D’Amico—her cold, commanding billionaire boss. Off-limits. Untouchable. The one man she should run from.

But every message is dominant, addictive, and impossible to resist.

Nick has been watching Riley from the start. Now he’ll claim her with every text, every secret rendezvous… until she belongs to him.

Even if it costs them everything.

This contemporary forbidden workplace romance is page-turning with exceptional world-building and characters, Their journey is enthralling with Nick and Riley's story, mature, 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, heartpounding suspense that will have readers on the edge of their seatsm scorching forbidden workplace romance that is packed with dirty secrets, obsessive texts, a CEo who will stop at nothing to own the woman he can't let go, an alpha MMC, boss/employee romance, hidden identity, good girl falls for bad boy, he falls first, chaos/drama, heartfelt emotions/emotional depth, action, adventure, and more. I recommend reading this book by an extraordinary author who knows how to captivate her readers' hearts and attention with texting the CEO's obsession and an explicit forbidden workplace romance that is sure to transport readers into a world that is wildly dangerous, pure obsession, lust, and unforgettable.

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[Char · Rating 5 out of 5]

What’s your number I’ll text you.
Riley is a financial analyst who works at D’Amica Global. She was an intern who then was hired. Riley usually is content to stay home - work, read, watch movies. Her friend has an extra ticket to a masked gala and she goes along to the event. She meets a man and they have a short enjoyable conversation. She feels they have chemistry and he is interested in her as well. She introduces herself but doesn’t get his name. They exchange numbers. She only knows him by Mystery Man, but he says he’ll text her. He on the other hand knows her name. He also knows where she works. He knows what she does every day, all day. He knows what books she reads. What her favorite food is. Her Mystery Man is keeping some vital information from her. He is obsessed with her and knows everything about her before they start texting. Can you trust a man who meets you under false pretenses? Is Mystery Man going to come clean? Does he have ulterior motives? Riley doesn’t like chaos what is she going to do? There are some twists and turns - things you won’t expect. This story is filled with secrets, manipulation, addicted behavior, obsessed passion. It’s intense, sexy, sizzling and spicy, spicy, 🌶️ hot!.

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[Dimitra A. · Rating 5 out of 5]

Quite captivating!

An interesting story that has everything in spades. A sweet, shy and devastatingly honest, innocent girl and an obsessed, seemingly untouchable, CEO with interesting and unexpected family connections. Riley works as a junior financial analyst for D’Amico Global corporation, and she is underappreciated and secretly envied by her supervisor. She has a crush on her boss, the alluring Nick D’Amico. And he is not immune. In fact, he is even more obsessed with her from the moment he laid eyes on her two years prior. One masquerade party is enough to set everything in motion. A meeting under anonymity (for her – he knows) leads to constant texting, a…special kind of club and lots and lots of hotness, leading to revelations and the beginning of a deep connection. I loved how determined Nick is to keep Riley safe and, well, his. Riley is open-minded, forgiving and wears her feelings on her sleeves. HEA guaranteed, even if it comes after a rollercoaster full of danger. 5 stars.

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[Dee · Rating 5 out of 5]

Get comfortable, you won’t put it down until the last page has been turned. Riley works at D’Amico Global corporation as a junior financial analyst but her shyness keeps her from saying no to others, honest to a fault, overworked and crushes on her boss but keeps that last part to herself 😊. Nick sexy as all get out CEO noticed the captivating intern the moment, she stepped into his company he kept his distance there is an age difference, there is that little thing called boss/employee relationship, two years later everything he felt the first day he met her has gotten worse, and he was intending on making her his. The problem is he can’t control his eyes so they always seem to find her which resulted in her being bullied by the other women at the company but that stop him or her the magnetic pull can’t be ignored so the text messages start something that leads to so much more but will it last after danger heads her way, when scandal hits the company, will she walk away, will he be there to protect her, and will they get the happiness?

[Nathalie DeSousa · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is just an intense ride from start to finish. Riley is young innocent girl who fantasizes about her older boss and confides her secrets in her diary. NIck is her boss, older by many years and silently obsessed with her since the first day she came to work for him 2 years ago. A masquerade brings them together as Riley feels the attraction (she doesn't know is him) and after exchanging phone numbers starts to send him texts that leads them to intense encounters once they find out who is receiving them. THeir love is intense and steamy but there are others who are not happy to see them together and will work to separate them. The rollercoaster that follows is what makes this book just yummy, The tension, the interactions, the MCS, the conversations, it is fast paced, with twists, forbidden attractions, and a HEA.

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[Samina Rajiwate · Rating 5 out of 5]

An amazing story. Riley has had a crush on her boss since she started working at D'Amico Global. She meets a masked man at a party she gives him her number when asked and they start messaging each other. Its not long before talk turns to flirting, but whenever she tried to imagine how her stranger would look, she always saw Nick, her boss. Then at a club auction for charity she is on stage and her masked stranger buys her. Thats when she finds out that her stranger is none other than her boss, Nick. Nick has wanted Riley since he saw her on her first day of internship. But he wanted her for the longterm. So he bidded his time and made her fall for him. Now that the mask is off, will Riley and Nick get their HEA? Loved reading this story. Thanx.

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[Charmaine Nouwen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Texting The CEO's Obsession : A Steamy Age Gap Forbidden Romance story of Nick and Riley..A masked stranger. A forbidden boss. A dangerous obsession.. A commanding billionaire boss.cold,Off-limits. Untouchable. and the one man she should run from..A smart,cury,shy woman whos crushing on her gorgeous boss..He's been watching her from the start. Now he’ll claim her with every text, every secret rendezvous… until she belongs to him..Even if it costs them everything...A pety and vindictive co worker and a dangerous brother who will do anything to bring him back to the family organization that he left behind to pursue his dream and kidnapped the woman he love to make him surrender but he will do anything to save her even to kill his brother..An intense,captivating,with family drama,work drama,steam,angst and romance.

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[Jessica Powell · Rating 5 out of 5]

Nick meets Riley at an Halloween party he has at his house. She doesn’t know his identity because he was wearing a ghost face mask and they had an intimate encounter . He falls for her instantly and makes decision that she is his . A year later they meet again at a masked charity venue. He asks for her number and they begin an texting relationship. Riley ends up finding out that her mysterious texting partner is her hot ceo boss she has a big crush on. They begin a relationship and it gets complicated because of a jealousy from Riley’s ex supervisor because Solane is jealous . Riley also finds out that nicks family has mafia connections. This has mystery and romance with a bunch of spice . I really enjoyed.

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[Kari Hansen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Nick has been attracted to Rile ever since she was hired at his company a few years earlier. Not wanting to cross any lines unless he knows she feels the same he resorts to extraordinary measures to confirm it. Finally acknowledging their feelings for each other is only the beginning as multiple forces try to tear them apart.

Riley can’t deny her attraction to her boss but she has also been texting a man that she met at a social gathering a year earlier. She is conflicted by her feelings for both men but that is only the beginning as the challenges she and Nick face are only beginning.

Suspense, romance, secrets and betrayal all combine into an entertaining story as every obstacle Nick and Riley face only makes their love stronger.

[RxReads · Rating 5 out of 5]

Texting The CEO’s Obsession is a steamy, fast-paced ride that’s equal parts forbidden temptation and addictive romance. 💬🔥 Flora Ferrari delivers another scorching boss-employee story filled with tension, power, and raw emotion. Riley is smart, vulnerable, and easy to root for, while Nicholas is the kind of dangerously controlled alpha who unravels the moment he decides she’s his. Their chemistry practically crackles through every text, and when the truth comes out, the payoff is deliciously satisfying. If you love possessive CEOs, secret identities, and love stories that blur the line between danger and desire, this one’s impossible to put down. 💋.

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[Unrulyreadr Reviews · Rating 4 out of 5]

As soon as I got this I started reading and I didn't stop. This one was a great read, with a good set of characters, the villain(s) were simple to figure out, but that wasn't the point. It was seeing how far they will go to get what they wanted. The finale scene in the shed had me in tears. It was a shocker. I know I am not making sense but if I tell you what happens then you won't want to read. Overall a great book. I wish the spice was a tad spicier since the MMC kept talking about breaking her, and his lifestyle, etc... I was ready for real kinkiness, freaky stuff.

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[De Anna Henley · Rating 5 out of 5]

Soured Revenge.
Astounding. Nick has wanted her since she started at his company as an intern but, didn’t want to risk her getting a job there. So, he bided his time and watched. Sometimes from behind a mask. Riley meets a masked man and when he asks for her phone number she gives it to him. Mr. Mystery. They have some pretty interesting text conversations and she is falling for him without even knowing who he really is. When he finally reveals himself to Riley she is stunned by who he is. When a coworker plots to get rid of her the danger is very real.

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[Jenny Harris · Rating 4 out of 5]

I received this book with the understanding that I could leave a voluntary and honest review.

In this book we meet Riley Morgan & Nicholas D’Amico. When this book opens we find Riley at a party where when a man kisses her she is willing to take it just to forget about her handsome boss. The problem is the next time she sees him she knows that was a futile move. Nicholas doesn't get close to women his job won't really let him. There is something about Riley though that has him braking all his rules. Can these two find a HEA or will others make sure that never happens?

Another amazing story by this author. I would highly recommend it to anyone.

[Sara Munoz · Rating 5 out of 5]

This Book 4 in The Texting the CEO Book Series has an intriguing, forbidden romance story, a well-crafted world and intense characters. These characters have unique personalities, good histories, and believable interactions. This story has an insta-love romance, an age-gap, a woman receiving mysterious text messages, her obsessed Boss & masked stranger, mafia romance, stalking, kidnapping, dirty texting, twists, turns, action, chemistry and love. This is a fast-paced, action-packed, romance.

[lf · Rating 5 out of 5]

Sizzling HOT

Texting The CEO's Obsession is the fourth book in the Texting The CEO's series. This is another great read with an age-gap, forbidden, obsession, workplace, and claiming romance. This story packs a lethal smouldering hot punch as it weaves together the story of Riley Morgan and Nicholas D'Amico. She may be his assistant but he has been plotting to have her in his bed and then in his life forever. Now the time has come and nothing is going to deter this obsessed older man from claiming what he knows is meant to be his future.

[Curvy Girl Book Nerd (Jen S) · Rating 4 out of 5]

TEXTING THE CEO'S OBSESSION is a steamy, instalove, OTT, age-gap, somewhat forbidden, mutual-pining, curvy girl gets her CEO office romance. Riley has been pining for the hunky CEO of her company. Nick, the CEO feels the same way and has been Sexting her, as he is completely obsessed with her. Throw in a jaded employee who wants him, and tortures Riley because of it, a sex club, some drama, and lots of twists and you have quite the story. This couple had hot chemistry and we got a great HEA after the drama. I loved it.

[Mindy Lopez · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is Book 4 in the Texting The CEO Series by this author, and can be read as a standalone. It is an age gap, off limits, workplace romance between Riley and her CEO, Nick. These likeable souls and the unique plot make for an enjoyable read. What starts out as an intimate encounter with a masked stranger turns into something more. It is a love story with drama and steam, humor and charm, sexual tension and chemistry, and twists and turns, plus appealing secondary characters. Entertaining.

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[Tatenisha · Rating 4 out of 5]

Riley gives her number to a masked, they start texting not knowing who he is. She is attracted to her boss but that will forever remain a secret. She falls for her secret texter and when she finds out he is her boss she is shocked but all in. But the secrets and drama can be a lot for anyone. Can Riley become adjusted to her quiet life becoming more for her to handle and the danger that comes with crazy family members.

[Ann Brown · Rating 5 out of 5]

Riley has two encounters with a mysterious masked man which leads to texting between them. Unknown to her, this is her boss, Nick, who is obsessed with her. A spicy read with a sizzling chemistry between the main characters and plenty of drama involving a jealousy colleague and revelations about Nick's family. I really liked the characters and the suspense.

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[Danee · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another delightful story, and this time we're taken into the lives of Nick and Riley. They meet a few times, but he was wearing a mask, and she didn't know who it was. When she finds out he's her boss, they can't stop. Their feelings and steamy text messages are now a constant, and neither of them wants to stop. A wonderfully steamy age-gap story.




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[Jurae · Rating 5 out of 5]

Riley is happy with her life although she is crushing hard on her boss Nick D'Amico. Nick wants Riley but he wants to be sure she will return his affection. Through a series of interactions at various costumed events they strike up a informal relationship that could either end in love or destruction.

This is a great book. Very entertaining.

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[Amy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Texting The CEO's Obsession was a super steamy forbidden romance by Flora Ferrari. I couldn't get enough of Riley and Nick's book. Nick has been obsessed with Riley, his employee and she definitely has a crush on him too. Then she meets her mystery man unaware they are the same man. Their chemistry was off the charts hot and Nick knows without a doubt she belongs to him. Definitely recommend this page turner!

[Becky · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow! This is a fantastic book! Riley is working her dream job, and it’s great—except for her witch of a boss. Riley works hard, and it's not long before her exceptional work gets noticed. Nick, the CEO, has plans for Riley, and I love how he finally makes his move. This book has a really intense plot with twists I didn’t see coming. Excellent book —lots of steam and a perfect happy ending.

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[Lucy Chesna · Rating 5 out of 5]

A passion that has been ignited and it will not be dimmed. Riley and Nick are playing a game of cat and mouse, and Nick will not let her get away from him. A great story and definitely you will not be able to put the book till the end. A must read!.

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[Barbara · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read this book cover to cover without putting it down except to make dinner which required me to call for delivery. :) Nick and Riley have such great chemistry that captured my attention. I really loved this book by Flora and have to say that it gets a 5/5 stars. The only problem you will have is trying to get anything else accomplished once you begin reading this book.