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Blood and Heat
I've never fired a gun before. Never known what it's like to take a life.
But my brother was murdered. Beaten to death for a crime he never committed.
The man behind it is Enzo Valerio, ruthless Alpha and head of the Valerio crime family.
Every morning I remember exactly why I'm still breathing: to put a bullet in Enzo's skull. To watch him bleed out and bring his whole bloody empire down. Doesn't matter if I die in the process.
Six months of planning. Of watching. Of calculating every outcome, every risk, every possible betrayal.
I'm so close. So close I'm already in the enemy's lair.
Then my heat hits. Catastrophically.
In his bedroom.
With my body betraying every principle I have left.
Blood and Heat is an MM mafia romance(omegaverse) novella with enemies to lovers, forced proximity, and an HEA earned in blood.
But my brother was murdered. Beaten to death for a crime he never committed.
The man behind it is Enzo Valerio, ruthless Alpha and head of the Valerio crime family.
Every morning I remember exactly why I'm still breathing: to put a bullet in Enzo's skull. To watch him bleed out and bring his whole bloody empire down. Doesn't matter if I die in the process.
Six months of planning. Of watching. Of calculating every outcome, every risk, every possible betrayal.
I'm so close. So close I'm already in the enemy's lair.
Then my heat hits. Catastrophically.
In his bedroom.
With my body betraying every principle I have left.
Blood and Heat is an MM mafia romance(omegaverse) novella with enemies to lovers, forced proximity, and an HEA earned in blood.
141 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 8, 2026
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Bea Bellafonte
1 book11 followersBea writes MM romance and omegaverse stories where passion, danger, and impossible choices collide. When she's not crafting morally complex love stories, you'll find her reading everything she can get her hands on. She believes the best romances are the ones that make your heart race and your soul ache.
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February 15, 2026
Luca + Enzo 🖤
Enemies | Omegaverse | Mafia
What happens when your mate is the man you blame for your brothers murder?
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“Earlier tonight, you had a gun pointed at my chest.” His grip tightens suddenly, fingers digging into the meat of my thigh with a bruising strength. “And now you’re here. In my bed. Soaking my sheets.” He leans closer, his breath hot against my ear. “Begging me to fuck you.”
“Has anyone touched you?” His grip suddenly tightens at the base, forcing my hips to a painful, trembling standstill. “In three years, has anyone touched you like this?”
“What?” I manage through the haze. “Nothing.” But his hand comes up, cups my jaw, tilts my face so I can’t look away. “You’re just—” He lands a thrust that makes me whimper. “Fucking beautiful like this.” Another that makes me moan. “You smell like you’re already mine.” “Shut up.” But my voice breaks on it, and I’m arching into him, chasing more. “Make me.”
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Why couldn't we see the mating bite scene? Luca literally begged Enzo to give him a bite multiple times. And once he finally agreed to it, we never got to see it. Boo.
For the record though, Enzo didn't originally agree because he wanted to make sure that Luca was of a clear mind and that his request wasn't fueled by his heat.
⚠️ potential spoilers below in detailed tropes, content and warning lists
Tropes/content:
Novella
Falling for man he blames for his brother's death
Fake identity - Luca goes undercover to get access to Enzo's empire
Omega pretending to be a beta, double dosing on suppressants
Enzo's alpha scent is so strong it throws Luca into his heat despite all the suppressants
Mafia
Luca has been suppressing his heats for 3 years and when Enzo finds out he's the first in 3 years he becomes feral
Hate sex
Talking shit during sex
"Baby"
"Dont call me that"
"Tell me to stop"
Begs him to bite
"I've got you"
Hate sex turned to tear filled love making
Hands free 💦
Make me
Praise
Enzo knew who Luca was all along. He didnt fall for the fake identity. He put it out in the open before they spent Luca's heat together
Showers together. Enzo washes Luca.
Epilogue - 4 months later - they're officially bonded. Wish we got to see it on page. Especially given the fact that Luca was begging for a bite.
Strict roles
No breakup
No sharing
Single POV - Luca's
Warnings:
Dead brother
Dead parents
Death from food poisoning
Violence
Death on page
Big spoiler:
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.
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Enzo isnt actually the man responsible for Luca's brothers death. The man who was, was killed by Luca himself in the last part of the book
Enemies | Omegaverse | Mafia
What happens when your mate is the man you blame for your brothers murder?
.
“Earlier tonight, you had a gun pointed at my chest.” His grip tightens suddenly, fingers digging into the meat of my thigh with a bruising strength. “And now you’re here. In my bed. Soaking my sheets.” He leans closer, his breath hot against my ear. “Begging me to fuck you.”
“Has anyone touched you?” His grip suddenly tightens at the base, forcing my hips to a painful, trembling standstill. “In three years, has anyone touched you like this?”
“What?” I manage through the haze. “Nothing.” But his hand comes up, cups my jaw, tilts my face so I can’t look away. “You’re just—” He lands a thrust that makes me whimper. “Fucking beautiful like this.” Another that makes me moan. “You smell like you’re already mine.” “Shut up.” But my voice breaks on it, and I’m arching into him, chasing more. “Make me.”
.
Why couldn't we see the mating bite scene? Luca literally begged Enzo to give him a bite multiple times. And once he finally agreed to it, we never got to see it. Boo.
For the record though, Enzo didn't originally agree because he wanted to make sure that Luca was of a clear mind and that his request wasn't fueled by his heat.
⚠️ potential spoilers below in detailed tropes, content and warning lists
Tropes/content:
Novella
Falling for man he blames for his brother's death
Fake identity - Luca goes undercover to get access to Enzo's empire
Omega pretending to be a beta, double dosing on suppressants
Enzo's alpha scent is so strong it throws Luca into his heat despite all the suppressants
Mafia
Luca has been suppressing his heats for 3 years and when Enzo finds out he's the first in 3 years he becomes feral
Hate sex
Talking shit during sex
"Baby"
"Dont call me that"
"Tell me to stop"
Begs him to bite
"I've got you"
Hate sex turned to tear filled love making
Hands free 💦
Make me
Praise
Enzo knew who Luca was all along. He didnt fall for the fake identity. He put it out in the open before they spent Luca's heat together
Showers together. Enzo washes Luca.
Epilogue - 4 months later - they're officially bonded. Wish we got to see it on page. Especially given the fact that Luca was begging for a bite.
Strict roles
No breakup
No sharing
Single POV - Luca's
Warnings:
Dead brother
Dead parents
Death from food poisoning
Violence
Death on page
Big spoiler:
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
Enzo isnt actually the man responsible for Luca's brothers death. The man who was, was killed by Luca himself in the last part of the book
January 13, 2026
Loved, loved, loved this! Omega Luca goes undercover infiltrating Alpha Mafia Boss Enzo's organization to obtain proof that Enzo murdered Luca's brother. Only he didn't and Luca was caught, going into a three year suppressed heat that only Enzo can satisfy. It's a suspenseful novella with loss, grief, heat, violence and love - my favorite kind of story. Luca is brave, intelligent and loyal. Enzo is ruthless but understanding and caring, all the while being possessive. I look forward to reading more of Bea having not read her before. I received a copy of this through BookSirens and this is my voluntary opinion.
January 10, 2026
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Blood and Heat – Bea Bellafonte
I originally found this on TikTok and was SO excited to read it—and it absolutely delivered.
This is a short, spicy, enemies-to-lovers novella, and I loved every single page. Luca is on a mission fueled entirely by grief and rage. His brother was murdered for something he didn’t do, and Luca is willing to burn everything down—including himself—to get justice. He has a plan. He’s patient. He’s determined. And then, of course, everything goes wrong in the most catastrophic way possible.
Including his heat.
In the enemy’s bedroom.
Of all places.
Honestly? Incredible.
Luca is such a compelling Omega—defiant, stubborn, and absolutely unwilling to back down even when his body betrays him. I loved his refusal to be cowed, even when trapped in the lion’s den with Enzo Valerio, ruthless Alpha and mafia boss. The power imbalance, the forced proximity, and the constant tension between vengeance and desire made this impossible to put down.
For such a short story, this packs a surprising emotional punch. The hurt/comfort hits, the enemies-to-lovers arc works, and the HEA feels earned—through blood, pain, and very bad decisions. Exactly how I like it.
Fast, spicy, dramatic, and satisfying. If you love mafia romance, omegaverse, revenge plots, and forced proximity, this one is absolutely worth the read.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Blood and Heat – Bea Bellafonte
I originally found this on TikTok and was SO excited to read it—and it absolutely delivered.
This is a short, spicy, enemies-to-lovers novella, and I loved every single page. Luca is on a mission fueled entirely by grief and rage. His brother was murdered for something he didn’t do, and Luca is willing to burn everything down—including himself—to get justice. He has a plan. He’s patient. He’s determined. And then, of course, everything goes wrong in the most catastrophic way possible.
Including his heat.
In the enemy’s bedroom.
Of all places.
Honestly? Incredible.
Luca is such a compelling Omega—defiant, stubborn, and absolutely unwilling to back down even when his body betrays him. I loved his refusal to be cowed, even when trapped in the lion’s den with Enzo Valerio, ruthless Alpha and mafia boss. The power imbalance, the forced proximity, and the constant tension between vengeance and desire made this impossible to put down.
For such a short story, this packs a surprising emotional punch. The hurt/comfort hits, the enemies-to-lovers arc works, and the HEA feels earned—through blood, pain, and very bad decisions. Exactly how I like it.
Fast, spicy, dramatic, and satisfying. If you love mafia romance, omegaverse, revenge plots, and forced proximity, this one is absolutely worth the read.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
January 14, 2026
This was my first ever Omegaverse book.
dark, dirty, and unexpectedly emotional.
This book caught me off guard.
Yes, there’s heat.
Yes, it’s intense and messy and unapologetic. But underneath all of that is a story that actually feels grief, rage, longing, and the slow, terrifying act of choosing someone when everything in you is wired for survival.
The mafia element adds real weight to the story. It’s not just aesthetic violence or pretty danger. The first interaction the boys had, I was hooked. These characters are, and what they’re capable of loving. If you’re an enemies-to-lovers reader, this will absolutely ruin you in the best way. And if you already love mafia romance, you’ll fall hard for both Luca and Enzo, not because they’re perfect, but because they’re earned.
dark, dirty, and unexpectedly emotional.
This book caught me off guard.
Yes, there’s heat.
Yes, it’s intense and messy and unapologetic. But underneath all of that is a story that actually feels grief, rage, longing, and the slow, terrifying act of choosing someone when everything in you is wired for survival.
The mafia element adds real weight to the story. It’s not just aesthetic violence or pretty danger. The first interaction the boys had, I was hooked. These characters are, and what they’re capable of loving. If you’re an enemies-to-lovers reader, this will absolutely ruin you in the best way. And if you already love mafia romance, you’ll fall hard for both Luca and Enzo, not because they’re perfect, but because they’re earned.
Review of advance copy received from Author
4.5 rounded up!
This was a spicy, short piece, and I loved every page of it! Luca is out for revenge against the people who were responsible for the death of his brother. Everything that you can imagine could go wrong for this omega on a mission, went wrong, lol. But I love his determination and defiance, which eventually led to him getting justice for his brother, and the happily ever after with the mafia boss he was up against.
-enemies to lovers
-forced proximity
-mafia romance
-omegaverse
-hurt/comfort
This was a spicy, short piece, and I loved every page of it! Luca is out for revenge against the people who were responsible for the death of his brother. Everything that you can imagine could go wrong for this omega on a mission, went wrong, lol. But I love his determination and defiance, which eventually led to him getting justice for his brother, and the happily ever after with the mafia boss he was up against.
-enemies to lovers
-forced proximity
-mafia romance
-omegaverse
-hurt/comfort
January 15, 2026
This gave me so much more than I was expecting from a 100 something page omegaverse novella!
There was tension, so much emotion, some seriously hot spice and even a sprinkling of drama.
The push and pull between the main characters was perfect and seeing it build throughout was thrilling
There were so many more emotions than I was expecting to find crammed into just over 100 pages. I did cry a few tears towards the end.
Absolutely thrilled I have this a try.
I hope to read more from this author in the future
There was tension, so much emotion, some seriously hot spice and even a sprinkling of drama.
The push and pull between the main characters was perfect and seeing it build throughout was thrilling
There were so many more emotions than I was expecting to find crammed into just over 100 pages. I did cry a few tears towards the end.
Absolutely thrilled I have this a try.
I hope to read more from this author in the future
February 15, 2026
This was so good!
I know it was a novella, but I would have loved a longer book about Luca and Enzo. The ending is satisfying enough, but I wanted more of them, of their future together. I really liked their relationship and how naturally it evolved from one-sided hatred/enemies to lovers.
For such a short book, the author did a good job creating the characters. They have their own vulnerabilities, issues, and personalities. They feel whole, and the chemistry between them was off the charts.
I know it was a novella, but I would have loved a longer book about Luca and Enzo. The ending is satisfying enough, but I wanted more of them, of their future together. I really liked their relationship and how naturally it evolved from one-sided hatred/enemies to lovers.
For such a short book, the author did a good job creating the characters. They have their own vulnerabilities, issues, and personalities. They feel whole, and the chemistry between them was off the charts.
Review of advance copy
Loved this! It pulled you in from the first chapter and didn’t let go, I could’ve read a full length novel with these guys. Luca on a mission to avenge his dead brother, goes into the frying pan of the mafia boss whom his brother worked for and my what a frying pan! I loved Luca and Enzo, freaking Enzo man, he’s so freaking perfect for Luca. This was short and simple but definitely worth every star, I can’t wait to see more from this author!
Review of advance copy
I loved this story so much!
The strength of Luca needing revenge for his brother
The obvious desire the Enzo has for Luca from the beginning
The spicy once they finally come together, and you see the tenderness the Enzo has toward Luca
I finished the story and all I could think about was that I wanted more Luca and Enzo! Everything about this was chef's kiss.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
The strength of Luca needing revenge for his brother
The obvious desire the Enzo has for Luca from the beginning
The spicy once they finally come together, and you see the tenderness the Enzo has toward Luca
I finished the story and all I could think about was that I wanted more Luca and Enzo! Everything about this was chef's kiss.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Review of advance copy
A short omega-verse story. Not too complicated, but not everything was easy either. I liked that time actually passed.
A lot of things happened, but it didn't feel rushed. The pacing felt smooth.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
I liked how their relationship progressed (emotionally, I mean), that Luca didn't just accept it and thought things through.
Enzo was surprisingly gentle.
A lot of things happened, but it didn't feel rushed. The pacing felt smooth.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
I liked how their relationship progressed (emotionally, I mean), that Luca didn't just accept it and thought things through.
Enzo was surprisingly gentle.
January 14, 2026
This was such a quick and good book.
Luca is out for revenge for his brother Marco. He’s been planning his entry into the mafia boss’s offices to find out why and who ordered his death.
Enzo is a mafia boss who has hired Luca under the name David DaCosta to try and find leaks in his security.
The night Enzo invites Luca to his home to share a meal with the “family” things go wrong when Luca goes into heat.
Can the mission be saved for Luca so he can get his revenge?
5 star must read
Luca is out for revenge for his brother Marco. He’s been planning his entry into the mafia boss’s offices to find out why and who ordered his death.
Enzo is a mafia boss who has hired Luca under the name David DaCosta to try and find leaks in his security.
The night Enzo invites Luca to his home to share a meal with the “family” things go wrong when Luca goes into heat.
Can the mission be saved for Luca so he can get his revenge?
5 star must read
January 15, 2026
'Blood and Heat is an MM mafia romance (omegaverse) novella with enemies to lovers, forced proximity, and an HEA earned in blood.'
The characters were very complex and complicated and perfectly steamy together. Plot was intriguing and intense and well paced. World building was excellent and solidly drawn. Thoroughly enjoyed and highly recommend.
Grab a copy, kick back and enjoy!.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
The characters were very complex and complicated and perfectly steamy together. Plot was intriguing and intense and well paced. World building was excellent and solidly drawn. Thoroughly enjoyed and highly recommend.
Grab a copy, kick back and enjoy!.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Review of advance copy
An excellent exploration of mafia romance but make it wholesome. The character work and writing style were especially qualitative.
The mid-length made the best of pacing and plot, and each page was earned.
A really excellent read in its genre.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
The mid-length made the best of pacing and plot, and each page was earned.
A really excellent read in its genre.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
January 14, 2026
Love love love. Can’t wait to see more from this author! Definitely going on my “read again” pile.
Just the right amount of spice, with slight dub-com on both ends, with Luca going into heat and mentally not wanting it but physically has to give in, and Enzo’s calm and HOT understanding and just can’t help himself… yeah, nice little combo for readers.
4.25 stars
Will read again
Just the right amount of spice, with slight dub-com on both ends, with Luca going into heat and mentally not wanting it but physically has to give in, and Enzo’s calm and HOT understanding and just can’t help himself… yeah, nice little combo for readers.
4.25 stars
Will read again
January 24, 2026
I don't read many books from Omegaverse usually. I really did enjoy this one, though. This was one of the truer definitions of enemies to lovers that I've read lately. Luca literally told Enzo, in the midst of getting it on, "I'm still going to kill you." I had to laugh. I'm new to this author, but I appreciate their writing style so I'm hoping to read more from them soon.
January 12, 2026
Shory & spicy. Luca goes under an assumed name to the Valerio crime family he believes had his brother murdered. Enzo the head of the family is the one he believes put the hit out. While there he goes into heat & Enzo is there to help him through the heat & cover the truth behind his brother's murder. I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
January 12, 2026
Enzo and Luca were so good in this fast paced spicy novella. I loved that Luca wanted revenge for his brother. And went out to get just that. The enemies to lovers was such a great way to guy with this one. It was hot and sweet all at the same time. I’m so team Enzo and Luca.
January 20, 2026
This was very cute and short and exactly what I needed. Simple, spicy, and even though it was only a little over 100 pages the author actually made me believe they loved and cared about each other 3/5⭐️
January 23, 2026
Blood and Heat by Bea Bellafonte is a great spicy mafia. The story is entertaining, interesting, engaging, enjoyable, exciting, spicy, hot, erotic, and more.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
January 31, 2026
Sweet, entertaining, quite engaging. to start. This mafia short didn't skimp on the eroticism, spice, and heat from Luca and Enzo.
This new-to-me author left me gagging for more and pleasantly surprised.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
This new-to-me author left me gagging for more and pleasantly surprised.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
February 16, 2026
So this is one of those that I wish was longer! I love a good enemies to lovers and I wish this one was dragged out a bit more to get more of that animosity out! As it was it was still good! i enjoyed the push and pull! and the spice 🥵 🔥
January 11, 2026
I adored this book
This was perfect for me, I absolutely enjoyed reading this. Omega verse and MM was for me I've been waiting for this to come out and it didn't disappoint at all, i enjoyed every part down to the characters and the scene , I want more hoping bea Bellafonte writes more. Every time it got me when it says (he put his forehead on mine)
This was perfect for me, I absolutely enjoyed reading this. Omega verse and MM was for me I've been waiting for this to come out and it didn't disappoint at all, i enjoyed every part down to the characters and the scene , I want more hoping bea Bellafonte writes more. Every time it got me when it says (he put his forehead on mine)
January 26, 2026
Short and spicy, and surprisingly sweet even with the revenge plot. I really felt Luca's grief and need for justice and Enzo was just the perfect person to help him through it.
February 1, 2026
This one surprised me, as in I liked it. I kinda wish it was a tad longer but that's just me.
January 28, 2026
So deliciously spicy and left me wanting more. High heat mafia omegaverse with some forced proximity, enemies to lovers and a surprise heat leaving our mmc stuck between choices.
Loved this book so much and anxious for more from Bea
Loved this book so much and anxious for more from Bea
January 11, 2026
This was a short and spicy enemies to lovers omega/alpha romance that was throughly enjoyable. It is fast paced but has the perfect balance of plot and spice. This one has everything you are looking for in a short story that leaves you wanted more from the author. This one is worth the read.
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February 4, 20263.5 only cause I wanted more plot. The story was good.. maybe another 50-60 pages and the spice was just great. Not a horrible short read its an omegaverse MM like i really enjoyed it. I ate it up in an hr or so, i think i just wanted more cause i liked it so much 🤣
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