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Lethal Attraction
One lie destroyed their trust. One truth might save their lives.
Dante Montelli thought he could handle being married to a hitman, but he wasn’t prepared for this. Knowing Gabriel—the infamous X—was using their marriage as a front to hunt and kill Dante’s father is the ultimate betrayal. Even though Gabriel returned his father alive, the damage is done. Their marriage of convenience was built on a blood debt, and the foundation is crumbling.
Now, a new mystery has if the Montellis didn't kill Gabriel’s father, who did?
Dante and Gabriel are forced into an uneasy alliance to find the actual killer. But as they hunt for the truth, the lethal attraction between them becomes impossible to ignore. In the explosive finale of The Hitman and The Heir, they must decide if they are still enemies, or if their partnership is the only thing keeping them from a body bag.
The mission is just getting started. The war has just begun.
Dante Montelli thought he could handle being married to a hitman, but he wasn’t prepared for this. Knowing Gabriel—the infamous X—was using their marriage as a front to hunt and kill Dante’s father is the ultimate betrayal. Even though Gabriel returned his father alive, the damage is done. Their marriage of convenience was built on a blood debt, and the foundation is crumbling.
Now, a new mystery has if the Montellis didn't kill Gabriel’s father, who did?
Dante and Gabriel are forced into an uneasy alliance to find the actual killer. But as they hunt for the truth, the lethal attraction between them becomes impossible to ignore. In the explosive finale of The Hitman and The Heir, they must decide if they are still enemies, or if their partnership is the only thing keeping them from a body bag.
The mission is just getting started. The war has just begun.
198 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 31, 2026
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August 25, 2026
I really enjoyed the first two books in this series but this was really disappointing. There were some serious editing issues and the whole book read like some peculiar comedy escapade.
August 6, 2026
Oh. My.
Well, this series got off to an explosive start. It sucked me in with fast-paced action, searing spice, and an over the top sense of humor…but it was pretty downhill from there.
Books 2 and 3 could only be considered novellas. They are riddled with errors: SO many sentences fragments and punctuation problems, missing words, misused words (i.e. compliment instead of complement), and most annoyingly, the constant changes in the spelling of Zach’s name. In the first book he was exclusively Zach. In the second, it was sometimes Zach and sometimes Zack, and in the third one, it’s ALMOST always Zack. 🤦🏻♀️ The editing was SO bad, I started to question whether this was AI. I don’t think it is. I think it was just rushed and maybe had some confusion between the two people who make up this pen name.
Anyway, part 2 had some wonderful parts, but nothing really happened besides the car accident. The revelation that Gabriel was X happened on like, page 2, and Dante acted like he didn’t hear it. 🤷🏻♀️ Representing it as a giant betrayal at the end was a tough pill to swallow. I also had a hard time believing that Gabriel, brilliant secret Ninja extraordinaire, was so easily fooled into believing the lies about the circumstances of his father’s death. And then Domenico was like, “wasn’t me.” And he was just like, “Oh, ok. No worries then.”
Part 3 acted like that car accident never happened and Dante was just fine, and the inconsistencies and obtuse behavior continued from there. Who is G? It’s Gabriel! It’s Gia! He’s after mom. But we still don’t know who G is! 🤔 Matteo said to protect mom, but what about G?! Who could that be??? I’m sorry. You guys are idiots. 🤦🏻♀️ It’s a trap! But let’s run into it anyway. I hate you! Just kidding. I love you, and all is instantly forgiven. He’s dead! Oh wait. He’s not. It all made exactly NO sense whatsoever.
I finished this because it was on Kindle unlimited. I would even go so far as to say I enjoyed it, but it was also an absolutely ridiculous (fun and sexy) hot mess!!!
Well, this series got off to an explosive start. It sucked me in with fast-paced action, searing spice, and an over the top sense of humor…but it was pretty downhill from there.
Books 2 and 3 could only be considered novellas. They are riddled with errors: SO many sentences fragments and punctuation problems, missing words, misused words (i.e. compliment instead of complement), and most annoyingly, the constant changes in the spelling of Zach’s name. In the first book he was exclusively Zach. In the second, it was sometimes Zach and sometimes Zack, and in the third one, it’s ALMOST always Zack. 🤦🏻♀️ The editing was SO bad, I started to question whether this was AI. I don’t think it is. I think it was just rushed and maybe had some confusion between the two people who make up this pen name.
Anyway, part 2 had some wonderful parts, but nothing really happened besides the car accident. The revelation that Gabriel was X happened on like, page 2, and Dante acted like he didn’t hear it. 🤷🏻♀️ Representing it as a giant betrayal at the end was a tough pill to swallow. I also had a hard time believing that Gabriel, brilliant secret Ninja extraordinaire, was so easily fooled into believing the lies about the circumstances of his father’s death. And then Domenico was like, “wasn’t me.” And he was just like, “Oh, ok. No worries then.”
Part 3 acted like that car accident never happened and Dante was just fine, and the inconsistencies and obtuse behavior continued from there. Who is G? It’s Gabriel! It’s Gia! He’s after mom. But we still don’t know who G is! 🤔 Matteo said to protect mom, but what about G?! Who could that be??? I’m sorry. You guys are idiots. 🤦🏻♀️ It’s a trap! But let’s run into it anyway. I hate you! Just kidding. I love you, and all is instantly forgiven. He’s dead! Oh wait. He’s not. It all made exactly NO sense whatsoever.
I finished this because it was on Kindle unlimited. I would even go so far as to say I enjoyed it, but it was also an absolutely ridiculous (fun and sexy) hot mess!!!
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Review of advance copy received from Author
This is the conclusion of the series and the books have to be read in order as it is an ongoing storyline and the same couple.
It starts directly where book 2 ends. Dante and Gabriel have to deal with the fallout of Gabriel's actions and the book starts less humerous and funny due to this.
We still have the mafia heir who is happy to kill, even his husband, and the hitman who has to re-evaluate his beliefs.
I like how Dante and Gabriel both are coming to learn about themselves and also to realise the hurt the other one is suffering from. I love how both fit together and make it work.
We also have Vinnie and Zack thrown into the mix now.
The more the story evolves, the more the humor returns. Gabriel just can't help himself.
I am sad to see the series ending, these are characters I came to love and enjoyed reading about. Maybe the authors will let them out again.
It starts directly where book 2 ends. Dante and Gabriel have to deal with the fallout of Gabriel's actions and the book starts less humerous and funny due to this.
We still have the mafia heir who is happy to kill, even his husband, and the hitman who has to re-evaluate his beliefs.
I like how Dante and Gabriel both are coming to learn about themselves and also to realise the hurt the other one is suffering from. I love how both fit together and make it work.
We also have Vinnie and Zack thrown into the mix now.
The more the story evolves, the more the humor returns. Gabriel just can't help himself.
I am sad to see the series ending, these are characters I came to love and enjoyed reading about. Maybe the authors will let them out again.
May 31, 2026
What a perfect way to stick the landing.
Closing out a trilogy is so tough, but this wraps up everything beautifully.
I loved that it takes a more grounded turn at the start. Dante is still holding a grudge against Gabriel, so their vibe is less chaotic and unhinged than usual. It gives their relationship some real weight and shows how much is at stake.
And honestly, Dante’s family completely embracing Gabriel is the sweetest thing. It’s such a touching contrast to all the tension.
The big bad guy reveal was a wonderful plot twist. I didn’t see it coming, but it was woven into the storyline so masterfully that everything just clicks.
It’s the perfect finale. It satisfies every single plot point but still leaves you desperately wishing we could get just a little more time with these characters.
Closing out a trilogy is so tough, but this wraps up everything beautifully.
I loved that it takes a more grounded turn at the start. Dante is still holding a grudge against Gabriel, so their vibe is less chaotic and unhinged than usual. It gives their relationship some real weight and shows how much is at stake.
And honestly, Dante’s family completely embracing Gabriel is the sweetest thing. It’s such a touching contrast to all the tension.
The big bad guy reveal was a wonderful plot twist. I didn’t see it coming, but it was woven into the storyline so masterfully that everything just clicks.
It’s the perfect finale. It satisfies every single plot point but still leaves you desperately wishing we could get just a little more time with these characters.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Just as murderous and manic as the first two
This trilogy has been highly entertaining. Gabriel is just such fun, even while he's in hitman mode. Dante is downright dangerous now, or he would be if he could just stop thinking about his bloody husband. Gabriel consumes his every thought and he can't decide if he wants to kiss him or kill him or both.
Obviously, the murder plot plays a large part of the action and is resolved in a very dramatic and satisfactory ending.
I love Gabriel. He's a marvellous character and I'm going to miss him. His best friend Zach is fun too. Dante was great, and his bodyguard Vinnie made me laugh a lot. I just hope that the authors write Zack and Vinnie's story because they're a bit wonderful and deserve their own HEA.
This trilogy has been highly entertaining. Gabriel is just such fun, even while he's in hitman mode. Dante is downright dangerous now, or he would be if he could just stop thinking about his bloody husband. Gabriel consumes his every thought and he can't decide if he wants to kiss him or kill him or both.
Obviously, the murder plot plays a large part of the action and is resolved in a very dramatic and satisfactory ending.
I love Gabriel. He's a marvellous character and I'm going to miss him. His best friend Zach is fun too. Dante was great, and his bodyguard Vinnie made me laugh a lot. I just hope that the authors write Zack and Vinnie's story because they're a bit wonderful and deserve their own HEA.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Lethal Attraction is the third and last book in The Hitman and the Heir series.
I had a blast reading this series, it’s got action, a bit of intrigue, humor, and some spice.
It picks up right where the second book left off. After Gabriel kidnapped Dante’s father, things between them aren’t exactly smooth sailing. But there’s nothing that the action and the feelings they already have for each other can’t fix.
Will we get a spinoff with Zack and Vinnie? Only time and the authors will tell. But I’d love to.
I had a blast reading this series, it’s got action, a bit of intrigue, humor, and some spice.
It picks up right where the second book left off. After Gabriel kidnapped Dante’s father, things between them aren’t exactly smooth sailing. But there’s nothing that the action and the feelings they already have for each other can’t fix.
Will we get a spinoff with Zack and Vinnie? Only time and the authors will tell. But I’d love to.
Review of advance copy received from Author
The final book of this trilogy, it wraps everything up perfectly. This episode starts with Dante still rejecting Gabriel for his role in their current situation, and therefore less humorous and unhinged than their previous interactions. Dante's family being so enamoured of Gabriel is quite touching. The overall plot and the "bad guy" is revealed, which was somewhat unexpected and very well woven into the whole plot. I'd love more of these characters.
Thanks for the advance copy, I am happy to leave a voluntary review.
Thanks for the advance copy, I am happy to leave a voluntary review.
Review of advance copy received from Author
What a ride this series has been!!!
I loved the roller coaster of emotions we went through with Dante and Gabriel.
I loved the roller coaster of emotions we went through with Dante and Gabriel.
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