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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 book21 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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.
.
.
.
.
.
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
February 23, 2026
Lectura rápida, me ha gustado😊
March 1, 2026
*3 stars*
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.
March 2, 2026
Blood and Heat by Bea Bellafonte is exactly my kind of story: mafia + omegaverse + MM — and the combination works surprisingly well.
The integration between the criminal underworld and the alpha/omega dynamics feels natural and well-developed. Nothing feels forced. It’s a short, fast-paced, addictive read. I honestly didn’t even realize when I reached the end.
The omega was slightly ridiculous for thinking the alpha wouldn’t figure out his plan almost immediately, but that actually made some moments unintentionally funny. His strategic naivety in a mafia setting added an interesting contrast.
The heat cycle scenes are detailed, but not in a vulgar way. They’re written in a way that aligns with typical omegaverse world-building, adding emotional intensity rather than unnecessary explicitness.
What I loved most is that despite all his doubts and inner conflicts, the omega ultimately chose to follow his heart. That emotional struggle gave the story depth beyond just the trope elements.
********
Blood and Heat de Bea Bellafonte es exactamente el tipo de historia que amo: mafia + omegaverse + MM… y la combinación funciona increíblemente bien.
La mezcla entre el mundo criminal y la dinámica alfa/omega está muy bien integrada. No se siente forzada ni exagerada; todo fluye de forma natural dentro del universo que construye la autora. Es un libro corto, rápido y adictivo. Literalmente ni sentí cuándo lo terminé.
El omega… honestamente fue un poco ridículo al creer que el alfa no iba a intuir su plan desde el inicio, pero eso mismo lo hizo hasta gracioso en ciertos momentos. Esa ingenuidad estratégica contrastando con el entorno mafioso fue parte del encanto.
La parte del celo está desarrollada con mucho detalle, pero no desde lo vulgar, sino desde la lógica y construcción típica del omegaverse. Se siente coherente con el género y aporta intensidad emocional sin caer en lo explícito innecesario.
Lo que más me gustó fue que, pese a todas sus dudas, convicciones y miedos, el omega terminó eligiendo seguir su corazón. Ese conflicto interno le dio peso real a la historia.
The integration between the criminal underworld and the alpha/omega dynamics feels natural and well-developed. Nothing feels forced. It’s a short, fast-paced, addictive read. I honestly didn’t even realize when I reached the end.
The omega was slightly ridiculous for thinking the alpha wouldn’t figure out his plan almost immediately, but that actually made some moments unintentionally funny. His strategic naivety in a mafia setting added an interesting contrast.
The heat cycle scenes are detailed, but not in a vulgar way. They’re written in a way that aligns with typical omegaverse world-building, adding emotional intensity rather than unnecessary explicitness.
What I loved most is that despite all his doubts and inner conflicts, the omega ultimately chose to follow his heart. That emotional struggle gave the story depth beyond just the trope elements.
********
Blood and Heat de Bea Bellafonte es exactamente el tipo de historia que amo: mafia + omegaverse + MM… y la combinación funciona increíblemente bien.
La mezcla entre el mundo criminal y la dinámica alfa/omega está muy bien integrada. No se siente forzada ni exagerada; todo fluye de forma natural dentro del universo que construye la autora. Es un libro corto, rápido y adictivo. Literalmente ni sentí cuándo lo terminé.
El omega… honestamente fue un poco ridículo al creer que el alfa no iba a intuir su plan desde el inicio, pero eso mismo lo hizo hasta gracioso en ciertos momentos. Esa ingenuidad estratégica contrastando con el entorno mafioso fue parte del encanto.
La parte del celo está desarrollada con mucho detalle, pero no desde lo vulgar, sino desde la lógica y construcción típica del omegaverse. Se siente coherente con el género y aporta intensidad emocional sin caer en lo explícito innecesario.
Lo que más me gustó fue que, pese a todas sus dudas, convicciones y miedos, el omega terminó eligiendo seguir su corazón. Ese conflicto interno le dio peso real a la historia.
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.
February 28, 2026
4.25 stars
Omega Luca blames Alpha Enzo for his brother’s death so he goes undercover in Enzo’s organization as a security analyst to get close to him as well as his top underboss so he can execute them both.
While working for Enzo, Luca finds an abundance of security risks that other analysts have missed while he simultaneously gathers evidence against Viktor and Enzo.
While at a ‘mandatory’ gathering at Enzo’s house, Luca goes into heat. Because he’s been abusing suppressants, his heat is unexpectedly strong. Luca is torn between hating Enzo and needing him to help him through his heat.
*****
POV… first person (Luca)
Standalone or series… standalone
Hangover… slight
Recommend… yes
Reread… sure
Omega Luca blames Alpha Enzo for his brother’s death so he goes undercover in Enzo’s organization as a security analyst to get close to him as well as his top underboss so he can execute them both.
While working for Enzo, Luca finds an abundance of security risks that other analysts have missed while he simultaneously gathers evidence against Viktor and Enzo.
While at a ‘mandatory’ gathering at Enzo’s house, Luca goes into heat. Because he’s been abusing suppressants, his heat is unexpectedly strong. Luca is torn between hating Enzo and needing him to help him through his heat.
*****
POV… first person (Luca)
Standalone or series… standalone
Hangover… slight
Recommend… yes
Reread… sure
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
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.
May 21, 2026
Miss Bea Bellafonte, I'm going to humbly request you rewrite this as a full-length novel because this has e v e r y t h i n g I love in an a/b/o novel: slow(er) burn, a clever omega that isn't a limp flower once he's in heat, and (Not really my thing and it's sooo hard to find stories without them.)
I loved the tension leading up to the inevitable collision between Luca and Enzo, and the way a certain character was, *ahem*, handled. Scenes like that are rarely as satisfying as their lead-up and end too soon for my taste, but I was very pleased this time! I happily devoured this and would love a sequel or expanded universe.
I see that another MM mafia omegaverse is in the works and I am 👁️ waiting!
I loved the tension leading up to the inevitable collision between Luca and Enzo, and the way a certain character was, *ahem*, handled. Scenes like that are rarely as satisfying as their lead-up and end too soon for my taste, but I was very pleased this time! I happily devoured this and would love a sequel or expanded universe.
I see that another MM mafia omegaverse is in the works and I am 👁️ waiting!
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.
March 22, 2026
Blood and Heat by @authorbeabellafonte
4⭐️ 3🌶️
High Heat, high drama Omegaverse!
What more can I ask for?!
This short story is a great read.
I love Enzo and Luca 🖤
Their chemistry is fantastic and really appreciated that Lucas isn’t a little Omega waiting at home waiting for someone else to take care of his problems.
If Mafia and Omegaverse are your thing you are going to love this!
#mmromance
#omega
#booktok
#lgbt
#omegaverse
4⭐️ 3🌶️
High Heat, high drama Omegaverse!
What more can I ask for?!
This short story is a great read.
I love Enzo and Luca 🖤
Their chemistry is fantastic and really appreciated that Lucas isn’t a little Omega waiting at home waiting for someone else to take care of his problems.
If Mafia and Omegaverse are your thing you are going to love this!
#mmromance
#omega
#booktok
#lgbt
#omegaverse
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.
March 29, 2026
Absolute masterpiece. I wish we had 200 more pages
The only thing I’m mad about is the mating scene we got robbed of. WHAT DO YOU MEAN 4 MONTHS LATER!?!? This scene is what I was waiting for 🥲
Also.. No knot. ?!
Anyway, great quick read, loved the mcs and the spice was so good even without
Characters 5/5
Story 4/5
Spice 3/5
The only thing I’m mad about is the mating scene we got robbed of. WHAT DO YOU MEAN 4 MONTHS LATER!?!? This scene is what I was waiting for 🥲
Also.. No knot. ?!
Anyway, great quick read, loved the mcs and the spice was so good even without
Characters 5/5
Story 4/5
Spice 3/5
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
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 🥵 🔥
March 10, 2026
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This was just exactly what it was short and spicy but it was a little spicy. I really wish there was more spicy and more plot but over all it was a good book. And I love finding new authors man’s this is a good one
This was just exactly what it was short and spicy but it was a little spicy. I really wish there was more spicy and more plot but over all it was a good book. And I love finding new authors man’s this is a good one
March 21, 2026
Short, fast paced Mafia omegaverse? Sign me up. This was a hot, quick read and contained all the delicious elements I absolutely love about mafia romances. This author did it so well for such a short book.
Definitely interested in more of their work!
Definitely interested in more of their work!
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