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Checking It Twice: A BWWM Dark Mafia Christmas Romance
He’s making a list. He’s checking it twice. And I just put myself at the very top of the Naughty column.
I am a forensic accountant. I live by rules, logic, and ledgers. But when a faceless corporation steals my dying sister’s pension, I decide to break every rule in the book. I hack their system, steal the money back, and cover my tracks with an elegant ghost script.
I thought I was Robin Hood. I was wrong.
I didn’t rob a bank. I robbed Nikolai "Saint" Santoro.
Saint isn’t a CEO. He’s the scarred, ruthless head of a global weapons syndicate operating out of a hidden fortress in the frozen Yukon. He doesn't call the police; he sends men in black vans. Now, I’m not just a thief; I’m a witness, a liability, and a prisoner in his high-tech castle at the top of the world.
He should have killed me. Instead, he offers me a Fix his books and find the traitor bleeding his empire dry, and he’ll let me live.
I should be terrified. I’m trapped in the middle of a blizzard with a monster. But as the fire roars and the enemies close in, I realize Saint doesn’t just want my mind. He wants my submission. He protects me with his body, stitches my wounds with his own hands, and looks at me with a dark hunger that melts the ice in my veins.
I stole his money. He stole my freedom. But if we want to survive the holidays, I might have to let him steal my heart, too.
CHECKING IT TWICE is a standalone BWWM Dark Mafia Holiday Romance. Expect a scarred anti-hero, a brilliant heroine, high-stakes hacking, forced proximity in a snowy cabin, and a "Touch Her and Die" vibe that will melt your kindle. No cheating, no cliffhanger, and a Happily Ever After that’s darker than a lump of coal.
Tropes &
Dark Mafia Romance Holiday / Christmas SettingBWWM (Black Woman / White Man)Captive / KidnappingCompetence Kink (He loves her brain)Forced Proximity (Snowed In)"Touch Her And Die"Scarred Hero
I am a forensic accountant. I live by rules, logic, and ledgers. But when a faceless corporation steals my dying sister’s pension, I decide to break every rule in the book. I hack their system, steal the money back, and cover my tracks with an elegant ghost script.
I thought I was Robin Hood. I was wrong.
I didn’t rob a bank. I robbed Nikolai "Saint" Santoro.
Saint isn’t a CEO. He’s the scarred, ruthless head of a global weapons syndicate operating out of a hidden fortress in the frozen Yukon. He doesn't call the police; he sends men in black vans. Now, I’m not just a thief; I’m a witness, a liability, and a prisoner in his high-tech castle at the top of the world.
He should have killed me. Instead, he offers me a Fix his books and find the traitor bleeding his empire dry, and he’ll let me live.
I should be terrified. I’m trapped in the middle of a blizzard with a monster. But as the fire roars and the enemies close in, I realize Saint doesn’t just want my mind. He wants my submission. He protects me with his body, stitches my wounds with his own hands, and looks at me with a dark hunger that melts the ice in my veins.
I stole his money. He stole my freedom. But if we want to survive the holidays, I might have to let him steal my heart, too.
CHECKING IT TWICE is a standalone BWWM Dark Mafia Holiday Romance. Expect a scarred anti-hero, a brilliant heroine, high-stakes hacking, forced proximity in a snowy cabin, and a "Touch Her and Die" vibe that will melt your kindle. No cheating, no cliffhanger, and a Happily Ever After that’s darker than a lump of coal.
Tropes &
Dark Mafia Romance Holiday / Christmas SettingBWWM (Black Woman / White Man)Captive / KidnappingCompetence Kink (He loves her brain)Forced Proximity (Snowed In)"Touch Her And Die"Scarred Hero
222 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 27, 2025
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December 16, 2025
3.5/5 ⭐️ rounded up to 4.
At first glance it has all the cozy Christmas vibes - festive setting, seasonal tension, and the mafia element comes in and really cranks things up. I loved how the darker, criminal side of the story contrasted with the holiday backdrop. It gave the story an edge that made it stand out from your typical Christmas romance.
What really hooked me was Sophia robbing Nikola right out of the gate, which is exactly how she lands herself at the very top of his naughty list. That moment sets the tone for their dynamic. It’s tense, dangerous, and full of chemistry. Nikola’s mafia presence adds real stakes, while Sophia holds her own in a way that made her fun to root for.
The characters were easy to connect with, the chemistry built naturally, and the danger kept things moving without overwhelming the romance. Overall, this was a fast, entertaining holiday read with just the right mix of festive vibes and mafia drama. If you like Christmas romances with a darker edge add this short one to your list.
At first glance it has all the cozy Christmas vibes - festive setting, seasonal tension, and the mafia element comes in and really cranks things up. I loved how the darker, criminal side of the story contrasted with the holiday backdrop. It gave the story an edge that made it stand out from your typical Christmas romance.
What really hooked me was Sophia robbing Nikola right out of the gate, which is exactly how she lands herself at the very top of his naughty list. That moment sets the tone for their dynamic. It’s tense, dangerous, and full of chemistry. Nikola’s mafia presence adds real stakes, while Sophia holds her own in a way that made her fun to root for.
The characters were easy to connect with, the chemistry built naturally, and the danger kept things moving without overwhelming the romance. Overall, this was a fast, entertaining holiday read with just the right mix of festive vibes and mafia drama. If you like Christmas romances with a darker edge add this short one to your list.
December 7, 2025
Suspenseful, intriguing and romantic. Despite being kidnapped and isolated I enjoyed how Nia kept her dignity through her intelligence, wit and survival instincts.
It was interesting exploring Saint’s struggle to maintain his sense of self and purpose especially when Nia challenged him emotionally, intellectually and relationally .
Well written and kept my interest.
It was interesting exploring Saint’s struggle to maintain his sense of self and purpose especially when Nia challenged him emotionally, intellectually and relationally .
Well written and kept my interest.
December 21, 2025
Different kinda Christmas
Different but engaging! Almost put it down but was drawn back to finish it with wonder of what would happen next!
Different but engaging! Almost put it down but was drawn back to finish it with wonder of what would happen next!
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