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Kings of Vegas #4
Vicious King
This is the fourth title in the Kings of Vegas series. A dark mafia romance.
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Published October 22, 2026
About the author
Natalie Kane
5 books453 followersNatalie Kane is the dark romance pseudonym for Kristen Proby. After publishing more than 85 titles, the majority of which are contemporary romance, Kristen wanted to dive deeper into the morally gray side of things and is enjoying her foray into mafia romance. This is where the swoon of Kristen Proby meets the obsession of dark romance. Kristen Proby after dark, if you will.
Kristen Proby is the New York Times, USA Today, WSJ, and Amazon top 3 bestselling author of more than 85 titles. When not under deadline, Kristen enjoys spending time with her husband and their fur babies, riding her bike, reading in her library, trying her hand at painting, and, of course, enjoying her beautiful home in the mountains of Montana.
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Kristen Proby is the New York Times, USA Today, WSJ, and Amazon top 3 bestselling author of more than 85 titles. When not under deadline, Kristen enjoys spending time with her husband and their fur babies, riding her bike, reading in her library, trying her hand at painting, and, of course, enjoying her beautiful home in the mountains of Montana.
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Review of advance copy received from Author
“You’re the only one I need. You’re not a want, you’re a fucking crave.”
I have been waiting for Carson’s book for SO LONG, and I’m so happy he and Rina finally got their happy ending 🥹
It was really unexpected when it was revealed that the FMC would be his wife, because we’ve known for so long that she was dead
“Whether I’m eating lunch or cutting off a man’s hand, you’re never far from my mind.”
“That’s so . . .” Fucked up. “Romantic?”
Until we find out all the secrets and lies they’ve both been caught up in, and how everything led them to where they are now
The story was fabulous, and I really enjoyed it!!
Highly recommend for anyone looking for:
Fast paced romance
Second chance
Fierce FMC
Possessive MMC
Found family
Assassin MMC
Mafia romance
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pre read
I need this book like.. yesterday 🧎🏻♀️🧎🏻♀️
I have been waiting for Carson’s book for SO LONG, and I’m so happy he and Rina finally got their happy ending 🥹
It was really unexpected when it was revealed that the FMC would be his wife, because we’ve known for so long that she was dead
“Whether I’m eating lunch or cutting off a man’s hand, you’re never far from my mind.”
“That’s so . . .” Fucked up. “Romantic?”
Until we find out all the secrets and lies they’ve both been caught up in, and how everything led them to where they are now
The story was fabulous, and I really enjoyed it!!
Highly recommend for anyone looking for:
Fast paced romance
Second chance
Fierce FMC
Possessive MMC
Found family
Assassin MMC
Mafia romance
_________
pre read
I need this book like.. yesterday 🧎🏻♀️🧎🏻♀️
October 26, 2026
"always loved you but can't keep his dick in his pants" book
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October 23, 2026mmc was not celibate and obviously fmc was
Review of advance copy received from Author
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Review of advance copy received from Author
"I’d change the tides of the ocean if she needed it."
Carson St. James. Vicious? Yes. Morally black? Yep. Obsessed with his wife? You bet. Even more obsessed with her after he just got her back? Hell. To. The. Yes.
Natalie Kane… Saying you knocked it out of the park feels like a serious understatement.
"Rina is the ghost that I can’t shake, and I don’t want to forget her. Because she was the last thing in this world that made me human."
Carson lost his wife seven years ago and became a shadow of himself. He’s more than morally gray—he’s full-on darkness since he lost Rina, the only woman who brought sunshine into his life.
But fate wasn’t done with them because it just so turns out his wife… is alive. More than that? She’s not alone. And everything is about to change.
"Make no mistake, you're mine. My wife, my woman, my person, my best friend. You're everything."
How do you go up to the woman you love and thought you lost and reintroduce yourself? By crashing her first date in seven years and threatening the man she went out with. And I don’t think I should have been smiling the way I was, but I don’t care.
Regardless of how many years it’s been, they never forgot each other, and they never stopped loving each other.
"Still a fucking brat, I see."
"Still into edging, I see."
"I fucking missed the shit out of you."
Something else that hasn’t changed? Their connection. We don’t know how it was before between them, but watching their love now was everything. They’re open. They communicate. They don’t avoid the hard subjects, even if they hurt.
"She smiles, and it lights up the whole world, the way it always has. She’s the one thing in this life that breaks through my darkness. She’s my sunshine."
Watching this broken man come back to life moment by moment, seeing how soft he is for the people he truly cares about, witnessing his beautiful words and acts of service… it broke me and made me happy. And seeing Rina take back what she lost and become the queen alongside her King of Vegas? That was magnificent.
"Fuck, you’re big."
"You’re welcome, sweetheart."
Every moment they share feels special. We know they’ve lost seven years together, but they choose not to dwell on that. They know what they have and they don’t want to miss out on anything anymore.
The way they still know each other’s bodies and what makes each other tick… Rina and Carson are goals. Just saying.
"It’s fucking adorable that you think that any woman in the universe could even think about catching my attention when I finally have you back."
As with every other book in this series, the found family element is everywhere. I had tears in my eyes as the other kings welcomed Rina back like she was never gone. She never stopped being part of their family, and now, with the other girls, it’s even better.
"You’re the only one I need. You’re not a want, you’re a fucking crave."
Don’t get me wrong—this is still a Mafia book. There are still other things going on, and Carson still wants to get back at the one who kept his wife away from him. And before you ask, yes, he’ll have that chance.
When people say they’d burn down the world for you? That’s child’s play. Carson would do it and bring it back so he could do it again, a smile on his face the whole time.
I’m in love with this man. Is that weird? I’m okay with that.
"I’m so fucking grateful. Thank you for finding me and bringing me home."
"I wouldn’t have it any other way."
I’ll miss this series—this family—so much, but I’m glad it’s going out with Rina and Carson’s story. Because we all need to be reminded that, regardless of hurt, pain, lost time, and wherever life takes us, some love stories really are forever. Some people are always home.
Carson St. James. Vicious? Yes. Morally black? Yep. Obsessed with his wife? You bet. Even more obsessed with her after he just got her back? Hell. To. The. Yes.
Natalie Kane… Saying you knocked it out of the park feels like a serious understatement.
"Rina is the ghost that I can’t shake, and I don’t want to forget her. Because she was the last thing in this world that made me human."
Carson lost his wife seven years ago and became a shadow of himself. He’s more than morally gray—he’s full-on darkness since he lost Rina, the only woman who brought sunshine into his life.
But fate wasn’t done with them because it just so turns out his wife… is alive. More than that? She’s not alone. And everything is about to change.
"Make no mistake, you're mine. My wife, my woman, my person, my best friend. You're everything."
How do you go up to the woman you love and thought you lost and reintroduce yourself? By crashing her first date in seven years and threatening the man she went out with. And I don’t think I should have been smiling the way I was, but I don’t care.
Regardless of how many years it’s been, they never forgot each other, and they never stopped loving each other.
"Still a fucking brat, I see."
"Still into edging, I see."
"I fucking missed the shit out of you."
Something else that hasn’t changed? Their connection. We don’t know how it was before between them, but watching their love now was everything. They’re open. They communicate. They don’t avoid the hard subjects, even if they hurt.
"She smiles, and it lights up the whole world, the way it always has. She’s the one thing in this life that breaks through my darkness. She’s my sunshine."
Watching this broken man come back to life moment by moment, seeing how soft he is for the people he truly cares about, witnessing his beautiful words and acts of service… it broke me and made me happy. And seeing Rina take back what she lost and become the queen alongside her King of Vegas? That was magnificent.
"Fuck, you’re big."
"You’re welcome, sweetheart."
Every moment they share feels special. We know they’ve lost seven years together, but they choose not to dwell on that. They know what they have and they don’t want to miss out on anything anymore.
The way they still know each other’s bodies and what makes each other tick… Rina and Carson are goals. Just saying.
"It’s fucking adorable that you think that any woman in the universe could even think about catching my attention when I finally have you back."
As with every other book in this series, the found family element is everywhere. I had tears in my eyes as the other kings welcomed Rina back like she was never gone. She never stopped being part of their family, and now, with the other girls, it’s even better.
"You’re the only one I need. You’re not a want, you’re a fucking crave."
Don’t get me wrong—this is still a Mafia book. There are still other things going on, and Carson still wants to get back at the one who kept his wife away from him. And before you ask, yes, he’ll have that chance.
When people say they’d burn down the world for you? That’s child’s play. Carson would do it and bring it back so he could do it again, a smile on his face the whole time.
I’m in love with this man. Is that weird? I’m okay with that.
"I’m so fucking grateful. Thank you for finding me and bringing me home."
"I wouldn’t have it any other way."
I’ll miss this series—this family—so much, but I’m glad it’s going out with Rina and Carson’s story. Because we all need to be reminded that, regardless of hurt, pain, lost time, and wherever life takes us, some love stories really are forever. Some people are always home.
Review of advance copy received from Author
I have been foaming at the mouth for Carson St. James's story and my god was it so freaking good 😩!!! Now put him and Rina together? Yup, my brain melted because they were so perfect together 😭.
I have loved Carson since we met him in Sinful King and each time we saw him I was like, "I need his story!" Especially after he was described as looking like Jax Teller 🤭. And then to finally read this beauty? It was just great. I loved Rina. Talk about a strong woman 👏! The tension and history between these two was just *chefs kiss*. And Charlie 😭. He was the sweetest baby boy ever! I loved reading about their reconnection. And how the girls just welcomed Rina right into their group 🥹.
Now Connor Crais and Stella Hunter? They did a fabulous job bringing Carson and Rina to life. This was my first Connor audio and I love Stella Hunter so much. It was pure music to my ears listening to them narrate 🤭.
Natalie has become my go to author for spicy, fast paced mafia romances. She nails it every time! These men are OBSESSED with their women and will do anything and everything for them. It's great, it's amazing, I just absolutely love it. Annndd I am so excited for her next book. The little teases we got here have me stoked!
Thank you to Natalie Kane and Must Love Audio for the e-ARC & ALC!
I have loved Carson since we met him in Sinful King and each time we saw him I was like, "I need his story!" Especially after he was described as looking like Jax Teller 🤭. And then to finally read this beauty? It was just great. I loved Rina. Talk about a strong woman 👏! The tension and history between these two was just *chefs kiss*. And Charlie 😭. He was the sweetest baby boy ever! I loved reading about their reconnection. And how the girls just welcomed Rina right into their group 🥹.
Now Connor Crais and Stella Hunter? They did a fabulous job bringing Carson and Rina to life. This was my first Connor audio and I love Stella Hunter so much. It was pure music to my ears listening to them narrate 🤭.
Natalie has become my go to author for spicy, fast paced mafia romances. She nails it every time! These men are OBSESSED with their women and will do anything and everything for them. It's great, it's amazing, I just absolutely love it. Annndd I am so excited for her next book. The little teases we got here have me stoked!
Thank you to Natalie Kane and Must Love Audio for the e-ARC & ALC!
November 3, 2026
I was so happy to see that Carson and Rina finally got their HEA that they deserved! Although they thought the other had been unalived, they never stopped loving them! I really loved how their son was also so excited and accepting of having a dad, it was so cute! If you love a mafia romance where there’s an assassin MMC, a single mom that’s on the run and some touch them and die vibes you need to check this one out!
Duet narration by Connor Crais (@connorcrais ) and Stella Hunter (@stellahunternarrator ). Produced by Lyric Audiobooks(@lyricaudiobooks ).
Tropes:
🧡 Assassin MMC
🧡 Touch them and 💀
🧡 Found Family
🧡 Mafia Romance
🧡 Woman on the Run
🧡 Secret Baby
Duet narration by Connor Crais (@connorcrais ) and Stella Hunter (@stellahunternarrator ). Produced by Lyric Audiobooks(@lyricaudiobooks ).
Tropes:
🧡 Assassin MMC
🧡 Touch them and 💀
🧡 Found Family
🧡 Mafia Romance
🧡 Woman on the Run
🧡 Secret Baby
October 24, 2026
I really hoped this would be a 5-star read, but it fell flat for me. I mean, Carson, the MMC, and Rina, the FMC, both thought the other was dead for 7 years ... their reunion wasn't emotional at all, and that disappointed me. There's also discrepancies in how old their son is - one page he's 7, then he's 12 and then he's 8?
Aside from that, the story is similar to all of the other books in this series. I liked Carson and Rina (she's hilarious), but unfortunately, not much of this was original.
You meet other characters in this book who will be getting their own series. I'll keep reading, but for me, the first book in this series was the best of all of them.
Aside from that, the story is similar to all of the other books in this series. I liked Carson and Rina (she's hilarious), but unfortunately, not much of this was original.
You meet other characters in this book who will be getting their own series. I'll keep reading, but for me, the first book in this series was the best of all of them.
October 9, 2026
Since the day I picked up Sinful King and was introduced to Carson St. James I couldn’t wait to have his story in my hands and Natalie Kane absolutely saved the best for last.
From Carson’s introduction he was a hardened man with the exception of his brothers Julian, Rome and Mateo and of course their wives but outside of his circle well that was a different story and this man has a good reason. Seven years ago Carson lost the love of his life Rina and this changed him. Everyday he carried the grief of her loss that was until when Violet’s (Savage King) sister Rose changed it all. If you have read Savage King you will know that Violet came to Vegas to search for her missing sister and with the help of Mateo and the others they rescued her from the man who Carson believe unalived his wife. But Rose actually disclosed that she met Rina and she in fact is alive and she escaped the same place where she was.
Just like that the hole that has been a constant in Carson’s heart is starting to fill once again. His emotions went absolutely haywire from joy that she is still alive but also a sadness that he lost seven years with her and while you can’t repeat the past he will make up for the time lost. Carson had no time to waste and he instantly took off to find his wife but he also had a little surprise when he found out that Rina had a seven year old son. Yes the day Rina was taken seven years ago she only found out she was pregnant and was on her way to tell Carson the happy news. Carson adapted to being a father so quickly, like Rina there was nothing he wouldn’t do for his son and he would ensure he was loved, cherished and protected. I loved the father/son moments😭.
Even though years have passed it was quite clear there was no one else in existence for Carson and Rina. The spark never faded and I loved that the pair took some time to reconnect, because yes despite them still being in love, they needed to catch up on the years they missed and I loved that the author explored this.
Rina is hesitant to return to Vegas as she doesn’t want to uproot their son Charlie’s life in Portland and leave the one woman who has supported them and acted as a mother figure for Rina through the years, Mildred. But we do return to Vegas because the threat that Rina and Carson both faced previously is still present. Mildred does come along with them also and I was sobbing over this because we all need a Mildred🥺
The reunion between Rina, Julian, Rome and Mateo was so sweet. She classified these men as brothers and she believed all this time like Carson that they were gone. She loved that each and every one of them found happiness and she fit right in which each of the wives. Honestly the found family aspect in this series has to be my favourite part of it.
Overall I absolutely loved this series from start to finish and I am so sad to be saying goodbye, but the author ended the series in the most perfect way. Saying this there is definitely a new series on the horizon and we may possibly get some overlap.
Thank you so much to the author who provided this e-arc for my honest thoughts 💭
From Carson’s introduction he was a hardened man with the exception of his brothers Julian, Rome and Mateo and of course their wives but outside of his circle well that was a different story and this man has a good reason. Seven years ago Carson lost the love of his life Rina and this changed him. Everyday he carried the grief of her loss that was until when Violet’s (Savage King) sister Rose changed it all. If you have read Savage King you will know that Violet came to Vegas to search for her missing sister and with the help of Mateo and the others they rescued her from the man who Carson believe unalived his wife. But Rose actually disclosed that she met Rina and she in fact is alive and she escaped the same place where she was.
Just like that the hole that has been a constant in Carson’s heart is starting to fill once again. His emotions went absolutely haywire from joy that she is still alive but also a sadness that he lost seven years with her and while you can’t repeat the past he will make up for the time lost. Carson had no time to waste and he instantly took off to find his wife but he also had a little surprise when he found out that Rina had a seven year old son. Yes the day Rina was taken seven years ago she only found out she was pregnant and was on her way to tell Carson the happy news. Carson adapted to being a father so quickly, like Rina there was nothing he wouldn’t do for his son and he would ensure he was loved, cherished and protected. I loved the father/son moments😭.
Even though years have passed it was quite clear there was no one else in existence for Carson and Rina. The spark never faded and I loved that the pair took some time to reconnect, because yes despite them still being in love, they needed to catch up on the years they missed and I loved that the author explored this.
Rina is hesitant to return to Vegas as she doesn’t want to uproot their son Charlie’s life in Portland and leave the one woman who has supported them and acted as a mother figure for Rina through the years, Mildred. But we do return to Vegas because the threat that Rina and Carson both faced previously is still present. Mildred does come along with them also and I was sobbing over this because we all need a Mildred🥺
The reunion between Rina, Julian, Rome and Mateo was so sweet. She classified these men as brothers and she believed all this time like Carson that they were gone. She loved that each and every one of them found happiness and she fit right in which each of the wives. Honestly the found family aspect in this series has to be my favourite part of it.
Overall I absolutely loved this series from start to finish and I am so sad to be saying goodbye, but the author ended the series in the most perfect way. Saying this there is definitely a new series on the horizon and we may possibly get some overlap.
Thank you so much to the author who provided this e-arc for my honest thoughts 💭
October 9, 2026
Title: Vicious King
Author: Natalie Kane
Series: Kings of Vegas, 4
Format: BookFunnel audiobook
Genre: Contemporary, romance
Overall score:⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spice level:🌶️🌶️🌶️
POV’s: Rina (FMC) & Carson (FMC)
What to expect:
*Mafia romance
*FMC on the run
*Secret baby
Safety:
No OW drama, a lot of OM drama in the form of the antagonist. Several on page, graphic scenes of torture and abuse. No third act breakup.
Review:
Carson is everything that we have been waiting on since the beginning of book one!!
No spoilers but this book is my favorite of the four. Rina and Carson were ripped apart when they were just beginning their relationship, years later they find their way back to each other. Neither one had moved on from their one true love, and now that they are reunited there is nothing, or no one, that can keep them from each other.
This book does have a lot of on page graphic violence and abuse, read the trigger warnings if this type of action upsets you. If you are new to this author and series, start with book one, you won’t be disappointed!!
Thank you to the author for the opportunity to read and review this title!
Author: Natalie Kane
Series: Kings of Vegas, 4
Format: BookFunnel audiobook
Genre: Contemporary, romance
Overall score:⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spice level:🌶️🌶️🌶️
POV’s: Rina (FMC) & Carson (FMC)
What to expect:
*Mafia romance
*FMC on the run
*Secret baby
Safety:
No OW drama, a lot of OM drama in the form of the antagonist. Several on page, graphic scenes of torture and abuse. No third act breakup.
Review:
Carson is everything that we have been waiting on since the beginning of book one!!
No spoilers but this book is my favorite of the four. Rina and Carson were ripped apart when they were just beginning their relationship, years later they find their way back to each other. Neither one had moved on from their one true love, and now that they are reunited there is nothing, or no one, that can keep them from each other.
This book does have a lot of on page graphic violence and abuse, read the trigger warnings if this type of action upsets you. If you are new to this author and series, start with book one, you won’t be disappointed!!
Thank you to the author for the opportunity to read and review this title!
Review of advance copy received from Author
𝘼𝙍𝘾 𝙍𝙚𝙫𝙞𝙚𝙬
𝙑𝙞𝙘𝙞𝙤𝙪𝙨 𝙆𝙞𝙣𝙜 👑
22 𝙊𝙘𝙩𝙤𝙗𝙚𝙧
Natalie Kane ended this series the same way it started: EPICALLY! And it has officially become one of my all-time favourite mafia series!
Carson is deadly, dangerous, and has had nothing left to live for since the death of his wife, Rina. But seven years later, he discovers that Rina is alive, and NOTHING is going to keep him from getting her back! And that's not all… they have a son!
Family-man Carson? PURE MAGIC! And Carson and Rina together? ABSOLUTE PERFECTION! 😍
This book has all the spice, danger, and intensity we've come to know and love from the Kings of Vegas, delivering the perfect ending to a series I've loved every minute of!
I'm sad to say goodbye to these Kings, but SO excited that we have a whole new series coming our way soon! 🔥
𝙑𝙞𝙘𝙞𝙤𝙪𝙨 𝙆𝙞𝙣𝙜 👑
22 𝙊𝙘𝙩𝙤𝙗𝙚𝙧
Natalie Kane ended this series the same way it started: EPICALLY! And it has officially become one of my all-time favourite mafia series!
Carson is deadly, dangerous, and has had nothing left to live for since the death of his wife, Rina. But seven years later, he discovers that Rina is alive, and NOTHING is going to keep him from getting her back! And that's not all… they have a son!
Family-man Carson? PURE MAGIC! And Carson and Rina together? ABSOLUTE PERFECTION! 😍
This book has all the spice, danger, and intensity we've come to know and love from the Kings of Vegas, delivering the perfect ending to a series I've loved every minute of!
I'm sad to say goodbye to these Kings, but SO excited that we have a whole new series coming our way soon! 🔥
October 12, 2026
PHENOMENAL! Natalie does it again with another amazing dark mafia romance set in the Kings of Vegas world!
I'll keep this review semi brief because I don't want to spoil who Carson's FMC is for those who are going in blind - just know you're in for an absolute TREAT and one heck of story that you'll devour. Fast paced, steamy, and with a hot as heck mafia boss with his bad@ss FMC, this book was un-put-downable. I finished this in less than 24 hrs!
What made this book even more amazing? Hearing the very talented Connor Crais and Stella Hunter narrate this audiobook🎧😮💨 Truly the perfect pair to make Carson and his FMC come to life in this story👏🏼
I've loved every book in the Kings of Vegas series and it's truly one of my top favorite mafia dark romances that I'll never stop recommending. 🖤
Thank you so much to Natalie for my eARC and ALC!
I'll keep this review semi brief because I don't want to spoil who Carson's FMC is for those who are going in blind - just know you're in for an absolute TREAT and one heck of story that you'll devour. Fast paced, steamy, and with a hot as heck mafia boss with his bad@ss FMC, this book was un-put-downable. I finished this in less than 24 hrs!
What made this book even more amazing? Hearing the very talented Connor Crais and Stella Hunter narrate this audiobook🎧😮💨 Truly the perfect pair to make Carson and his FMC come to life in this story👏🏼
I've loved every book in the Kings of Vegas series and it's truly one of my top favorite mafia dark romances that I'll never stop recommending. 🖤
Thank you so much to Natalie for my eARC and ALC!
Review of advance copy received from Author
I knew from book 1 that Carson would have been my favorite of the 4 Kings. He’s the hot unhinged assassin who reunites with his family after seven years and he will make you swoon!
The spice is superbly written and so hot!!!
I loved the found family both with the guys and the girls!
I absolutely devoured this one!!!
It was an immersive reading and the narration by Connor Crais and Stella Hunter is elite!!!!
Can’t wait for the next series!!!!
The spice is superbly written and so hot!!!
I loved the found family both with the guys and the girls!
I absolutely devoured this one!!!
It was an immersive reading and the narration by Connor Crais and Stella Hunter is elite!!!!
Can’t wait for the next series!!!!
October 24, 2026
This was cute enough. I definitely fucked up by not reading any of the previous books in the series before this one- it’s not necessary to but you’ll definitely understand the dynamics of the side characters more.. the chemistry b/t the FMC and MMC was there but I just feel like the 🌶️ scenes were a little “lack luster” so to speak
October 24, 2026
The way I devoured this book. Everything I was hoping for.
Just so damn good. I don't have much more than that ATM.
Just so damn good. I don't have much more than that ATM.
Review of advance copy received from Author
ꍏꋪꏳ & ꍏ꒒ꏳ ꋪꏂ꒦ꀤꏂꅐ
𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐨 - 𝖢𝖺𝗋𝗌𝗈𝗇
𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐞 - 𝖱𝗂𝗇𝖺
5 𝘝𝘪𝘤𝘪𝘰𝘶𝘴 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐬
𝐎𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐎𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐨𝐧
The last book in this series, and Natalie (aka Kristen) brought all the emotions into it.
Rina, seven years prior she received news, one that was so exciting she couldn't wait to share it with her husband. But, everything came to a screeching halt when she was kidnapped. She was told lies and with a broken heart she did the only thing she could. Run. Hide. And keep her and her unborn child safe.
Now, years later, she works as a nurse in a medical centre in Portland, raising her son and living with the memories of her late husband.
A man she still loves deeply to this day. A man who she can't forget. And said man who is standing in front of her, breathing, tattooed and ready to ruin anyone who thinks of taking his family from him ever again.
Carson...I have waited patiently for this man's book, and oh Natalie delivered!
Carson, is one of four Kings of Vegas. He has built and empire, and he alongside his brothers rule their city and businesses with an iron fist. He doesn't trust those who aren't in his circle.
And love. He had it. He lost it. And he has spent seven years in darkness, with Rina's memories. Nothing can calm his rage. Until one day and one statement changes everything. There is a spark of hope, something he hasn't felt in years, and when everything becomes reality, he will fight for his second chance.
Holy heck, this book was amazing. I devoured it in less than 8 hours. The love between Rina & Carson was beautiful, their reunion was emotional. Their chemistry was sooo hot, the spice was 🤌🏻🥵 and the suspense! Gah it had me on edge throughout the book waiting to see when everything hits, and when it did. I was in tears!
Las Vegas had good memories, but it was also overshadowed by the bad ones and Rina's hesitancy to return was so understandable.
...the love between father & son 🫶🏻
Mildred 🩷
And Rome, Julian & Mateo...the reunion between these guys and Rina was absolutely beautiful ♥️
And these guys better halves 🩷
ꍏ꒒ꏳ ꋪꏂ꒦ꀤꏂꅐ - ♾️⭐
𝑇ℎ𝑖𝑠 𝑎𝑢𝑑𝑖𝑜 𝑤𝑎𝑠 𝑛𝑎𝑟𝑟𝑎𝑡𝑒𝑑 𝑏𝑦 𝑺𝒕𝒆𝒍𝒍𝒂 𝑯𝒖𝒏𝒕𝒆𝒓 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑪𝒐𝒏𝒏𝒐𝒓 𝑪𝒓𝒂𝒊𝒔.
𝑺𝒕𝒆𝒍𝒍𝒂 𝑯𝒖𝒏𝒕𝒆𝒓 𝑎𝑠 𝑅𝑖𝑛𝑎, this narrator...holy heck you guys! Rina's fears, her strength and love was narrated beautiful. Stella, really brought this character to life. Her voice was smooth, with a softness in it.
𝑪𝒐𝒏𝒏𝒐𝒓 𝑪𝒓𝒂𝒊𝒔 𝑎𝑠 𝐶𝑎𝑟𝑠𝑜𝑛...damn! He embodied Carson's character to utter perfection. From his possessive & protect nature to his utter rage, and then his love...amazing! His voice was commanding, deep a little rough with some harshness in it when needed.
𝐑𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬
𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐨 👑♠️🔫♠️👑
𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐞 🩺🔫🥊🩺🔫
𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
𝐒𝐩𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐋𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥 🥵
𝐏𝐥𝐨𝐭 📚📚📚📚📚
𝐍𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 ♾️🎧
𝐄𝐦𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐋𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥 💧💧💧
𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐨 - 𝖢𝖺𝗋𝗌𝗈𝗇
𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐞 - 𝖱𝗂𝗇𝖺
5 𝘝𝘪𝘤𝘪𝘰𝘶𝘴 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐬
𝐎𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐎𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐨𝐧
The last book in this series, and Natalie (aka Kristen) brought all the emotions into it.
Rina, seven years prior she received news, one that was so exciting she couldn't wait to share it with her husband. But, everything came to a screeching halt when she was kidnapped. She was told lies and with a broken heart she did the only thing she could. Run. Hide. And keep her and her unborn child safe.
Now, years later, she works as a nurse in a medical centre in Portland, raising her son and living with the memories of her late husband.
A man she still loves deeply to this day. A man who she can't forget. And said man who is standing in front of her, breathing, tattooed and ready to ruin anyone who thinks of taking his family from him ever again.
Carson...I have waited patiently for this man's book, and oh Natalie delivered!
Carson, is one of four Kings of Vegas. He has built and empire, and he alongside his brothers rule their city and businesses with an iron fist. He doesn't trust those who aren't in his circle.
And love. He had it. He lost it. And he has spent seven years in darkness, with Rina's memories. Nothing can calm his rage. Until one day and one statement changes everything. There is a spark of hope, something he hasn't felt in years, and when everything becomes reality, he will fight for his second chance.
Holy heck, this book was amazing. I devoured it in less than 8 hours. The love between Rina & Carson was beautiful, their reunion was emotional. Their chemistry was sooo hot, the spice was 🤌🏻🥵 and the suspense! Gah it had me on edge throughout the book waiting to see when everything hits, and when it did. I was in tears!
Las Vegas had good memories, but it was also overshadowed by the bad ones and Rina's hesitancy to return was so understandable.
...the love between father & son 🫶🏻
Mildred 🩷
And Rome, Julian & Mateo...the reunion between these guys and Rina was absolutely beautiful ♥️
And these guys better halves 🩷
ꍏ꒒ꏳ ꋪꏂ꒦ꀤꏂꅐ - ♾️⭐
𝑇ℎ𝑖𝑠 𝑎𝑢𝑑𝑖𝑜 𝑤𝑎𝑠 𝑛𝑎𝑟𝑟𝑎𝑡𝑒𝑑 𝑏𝑦 𝑺𝒕𝒆𝒍𝒍𝒂 𝑯𝒖𝒏𝒕𝒆𝒓 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑪𝒐𝒏𝒏𝒐𝒓 𝑪𝒓𝒂𝒊𝒔.
𝑺𝒕𝒆𝒍𝒍𝒂 𝑯𝒖𝒏𝒕𝒆𝒓 𝑎𝑠 𝑅𝑖𝑛𝑎, this narrator...holy heck you guys! Rina's fears, her strength and love was narrated beautiful. Stella, really brought this character to life. Her voice was smooth, with a softness in it.
𝑪𝒐𝒏𝒏𝒐𝒓 𝑪𝒓𝒂𝒊𝒔 𝑎𝑠 𝐶𝑎𝑟𝑠𝑜𝑛...damn! He embodied Carson's character to utter perfection. From his possessive & protect nature to his utter rage, and then his love...amazing! His voice was commanding, deep a little rough with some harshness in it when needed.
𝐑𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬
𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐨 👑♠️🔫♠️👑
𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐞 🩺🔫🥊🩺🔫
𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
𝐒𝐩𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐋𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥 🥵
𝐏𝐥𝐨𝐭 📚📚📚📚📚
𝐍𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 ♾️🎧
𝐄𝐦𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐋𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥 💧💧💧
October 22, 2026
I knew this was going to be a 5⭐️ read before I even read it just based off of all the teasers and how feral I have been for Carson since book 1.
“This is a new kink.”
Carson laughs and shakes his head. “Baby, you’ve always been my kink. That’s not new.”
After reading it I can confirm. Carson and Rina? Absolute perfection! These two have spent a majority of their marriage separated but the moment they were back together, their love was undeniable.
Stella Hunter & Connor Crais perfectly captured the LONGING and LOVE that Carson and Rina felt. This is my all time favorite narrator duo and I am THRILLED that they got to do the last book in the Kings of Vegas series. The audiobook was amazing!
Both of them were different due to who they had to become to survive, yet still so perfectly matched!
“You’re the beginning and the end. There is no one else for me, Rina.”
The mutual yearning in their story was PHENOMENAL. Carson is a man with so many jagged edges but they smoothed right on out for his wife and son. Daddy Carson was everything.
The found family in this last book was stronger than ever before. It was so special getting to see the bound Rina had with each of the kings! She was always apart of them!
“Carson. Stop torturing me.”
“I’m not,” he whispers as he dusts his lips over my jawline to my ear. “I’m savoring you.
Now it’s time to talk about the spice. It’s rated at a level LAVA! I still consider it a bit of a slow burn but it was well worth the wait! 🥵❤️🔥🫠
I’m honestly in my feels over the ending of the Kings of Vegas series! The end of this book set up her new series, The O’Connor Legacy! Book 1 will be Ruthless Devil, and I am so excited!
So buckle up readers, it’s time for Carson St. James to finally get the love of his life (and dole out some well deserved punishment to those who hurt her!)
Tropes:
❤️🔥Equally Obsessed Leads
🥹 It’s Always Been You
💍 My Wife
🖤 Dark Mafia Romance
🫶🏼 Found Family
💖 Band of Brothers
🍷 Age Gap (10yrs)
“This is a new kink.”
Carson laughs and shakes his head. “Baby, you’ve always been my kink. That’s not new.”
After reading it I can confirm. Carson and Rina? Absolute perfection! These two have spent a majority of their marriage separated but the moment they were back together, their love was undeniable.
Stella Hunter & Connor Crais perfectly captured the LONGING and LOVE that Carson and Rina felt. This is my all time favorite narrator duo and I am THRILLED that they got to do the last book in the Kings of Vegas series. The audiobook was amazing!
Both of them were different due to who they had to become to survive, yet still so perfectly matched!
“You’re the beginning and the end. There is no one else for me, Rina.”
The mutual yearning in their story was PHENOMENAL. Carson is a man with so many jagged edges but they smoothed right on out for his wife and son. Daddy Carson was everything.
The found family in this last book was stronger than ever before. It was so special getting to see the bound Rina had with each of the kings! She was always apart of them!
“Carson. Stop torturing me.”
“I’m not,” he whispers as he dusts his lips over my jawline to my ear. “I’m savoring you.
Now it’s time to talk about the spice. It’s rated at a level LAVA! I still consider it a bit of a slow burn but it was well worth the wait! 🥵❤️🔥🫠
I’m honestly in my feels over the ending of the Kings of Vegas series! The end of this book set up her new series, The O’Connor Legacy! Book 1 will be Ruthless Devil, and I am so excited!
So buckle up readers, it’s time for Carson St. James to finally get the love of his life (and dole out some well deserved punishment to those who hurt her!)
Tropes:
❤️🔥Equally Obsessed Leads
🥹 It’s Always Been You
💍 My Wife
🖤 Dark Mafia Romance
🫶🏼 Found Family
💖 Band of Brothers
🍷 Age Gap (10yrs)
Review of advance copy received from Author
ONE DEADLY ASSASSIN. SEVEN YEARS HE THOUGHT SHE WAS DEAD. HIS WIFE IS ALIVE. AND HE HAS A SON?! And now he’s found them. CARSON ST. JAMES, YOU OWN ME. I have been feral for this man's book since day one, and Natalie Kane DELIVERED. This one felt different than the rest of the series in the best way- the most unique, emotional, and feral second chance romance. I’m in love.
Carson St. James is DEADLY, dangerous, possessive, and completely unhinged when it comes to protecting his family. But watching this man come back to life as he finds his way back to Rina? Watching those jagged edges soften for his wife and son? THE EMOTIONAL DAMAGE. THE SWOONING. THE FEELS!!
And RINA?! This woman has survived so much, and seeing her reclaim her place beside her King had me so emotional. These two may have lost seven years, but their love never went anywhere. The yearning. The devotion. BOTH CONSUMING. And the chemistry and the SPICE?! Somebody call the fire department !!.
But my favorite part might just be seeing Carson as a father. THIS DEADLY ASSASSIN WITH HIS LITTLE FAMILY. I can not. Add in the Kings reuniting with Rina, the sisterhood, the found family, the danger, the revenge, and all the secrets that unravel along the way? Natalie absolutely SAVED THE BEST FOR LAST.
🎧 THE DUET AUDIOBOOK! STELLA HUNTER AND CONNOR CRAIS, MY BELOVEDS. These two brought SO MUCH emotion to Carson and Rina's story. The longing, the tenderness, the rage, the possessiveness... Connor's voice as Carson?! GOOD LORD. Their performances made this immersive listening experience feel like a whole movie playing in my head. AUDIO PERFECTION.
I'm genuinely emotional about saying goodbye to the Kings of Vegas. This series has become an all time fav, and Carson and Rina's story was such a beautiful way to close this chapter. And that little glimpse of The O'Connor Legacy?! NATALIE, I'M ALREADY READY FOR RUTHLESS DEVIL. Give me ALL the new mafia men. 🖤
What to expect in Vicious King:
❤️🔥 Second Chance Romance
❤️🔥 Married Couple / Reunited Spouses (they thought each was dead)
❤️🔥 It's Always Been You
❤️🔥 Mutual Obsession
❤️🔥 Dark Mafia Romance
❤️🔥 Assassin Hero
❤️🔥 Morally Black, Possessive Hero
❤️🔥 Secret Baby / Surprise Son
❤️🔥 Age Gap (10 Years)
❤️🔥 Forced Separation
❤️🔥 Protective Hero / Touch Her and..
❤️🔥 Found Family
❤️🔥 Band of Brothers
❤️🔥 Revenge and Suspense
❤️🔥Spicy
❤️🔥 Series Finale
Carson St. James is DEADLY, dangerous, possessive, and completely unhinged when it comes to protecting his family. But watching this man come back to life as he finds his way back to Rina? Watching those jagged edges soften for his wife and son? THE EMOTIONAL DAMAGE. THE SWOONING. THE FEELS!!
And RINA?! This woman has survived so much, and seeing her reclaim her place beside her King had me so emotional. These two may have lost seven years, but their love never went anywhere. The yearning. The devotion. BOTH CONSUMING. And the chemistry and the SPICE?! Somebody call the fire department !!.
But my favorite part might just be seeing Carson as a father. THIS DEADLY ASSASSIN WITH HIS LITTLE FAMILY. I can not. Add in the Kings reuniting with Rina, the sisterhood, the found family, the danger, the revenge, and all the secrets that unravel along the way? Natalie absolutely SAVED THE BEST FOR LAST.
🎧 THE DUET AUDIOBOOK! STELLA HUNTER AND CONNOR CRAIS, MY BELOVEDS. These two brought SO MUCH emotion to Carson and Rina's story. The longing, the tenderness, the rage, the possessiveness... Connor's voice as Carson?! GOOD LORD. Their performances made this immersive listening experience feel like a whole movie playing in my head. AUDIO PERFECTION.
I'm genuinely emotional about saying goodbye to the Kings of Vegas. This series has become an all time fav, and Carson and Rina's story was such a beautiful way to close this chapter. And that little glimpse of The O'Connor Legacy?! NATALIE, I'M ALREADY READY FOR RUTHLESS DEVIL. Give me ALL the new mafia men. 🖤
What to expect in Vicious King:
❤️🔥 Second Chance Romance
❤️🔥 Married Couple / Reunited Spouses (they thought each was dead)
❤️🔥 It's Always Been You
❤️🔥 Mutual Obsession
❤️🔥 Dark Mafia Romance
❤️🔥 Assassin Hero
❤️🔥 Morally Black, Possessive Hero
❤️🔥 Secret Baby / Surprise Son
❤️🔥 Age Gap (10 Years)
❤️🔥 Forced Separation
❤️🔥 Protective Hero / Touch Her and..
❤️🔥 Found Family
❤️🔥 Band of Brothers
❤️🔥 Revenge and Suspense
❤️🔥Spicy
❤️🔥 Series Finale
October 22, 2026
What a way to end this series, and it was a series I didn’t want to end either!! I love love love the Vegas Kings series so much, I had high hopes going into this book, and I was NOT disappointed. We have found family, we have dark vibes, we have men all in obsessed with their women, we have so many swoony moments and so many super hot scenes too. There were a few times reading this I wanted to cover my eyes cause I was scared of what was going to happen thats how immersed I got in it. I am really sad this series is now over, but I can’t wait to see where NK takes us next!
Carson, our MMC, omg he was so hot like smoking and omg when he found out certain information it was just *Chefs Kiss* possessive and willing to burn down the world for her he was everything we want in a MMC, I loved his interactions with the other Vegas Kings they really had such a beautiful bond. I loved so many of his interactions with Rina, their love was really so beautiful and everlasting, I loved them together.
Rina, our FMC, has had such a hard life and was made harder by certain players, but oh my, when they got back together, it was everything!! The emotions her scenes made me feel were so intense, you couldn’t help but root for them to get their HEA, I loved how she just slotted right back in with the group and there were a few scenes that got me teary eyed.
This really was a beautiful end to the series, and I am so looking forward to reading everything NK writes,
3.5 🔥
Carson, our MMC, omg he was so hot like smoking and omg when he found out certain information it was just *Chefs Kiss* possessive and willing to burn down the world for her he was everything we want in a MMC, I loved his interactions with the other Vegas Kings they really had such a beautiful bond. I loved so many of his interactions with Rina, their love was really so beautiful and everlasting, I loved them together.
Rina, our FMC, has had such a hard life and was made harder by certain players, but oh my, when they got back together, it was everything!! The emotions her scenes made me feel were so intense, you couldn’t help but root for them to get their HEA, I loved how she just slotted right back in with the group and there were a few scenes that got me teary eyed.
This really was a beautiful end to the series, and I am so looking forward to reading everything NK writes,
3.5 🔥
Review of advance copy received from Author
Carson St. James has entered the building
Finally he's here! Natalie Kane's VICIOUS KING has entered the building and he doesn't hold back. This is the one I've been waiting for and the wait was worth it. Having the accompanying audio for a full immersive read ensured every moment and emotion were thoroughly captivating.
Carson St. James' life changed seven years ago when his wife died. He became a darker version of imself, an assassin for hire. When hope is given, he chases it. Will his devastation turn into a joy he hasn't felt for years? It only took one moent for Rina St. James' life to change. She's a survivor though, she's rebuilt her life even though she remains on constant alert. When a date finishes with the words, "I really would prefer my wife didn't date other men." , two lives are once again dramatically altered.
Carson and Rina's second chance was filled with heartache tension, jealousy, possessiveness, danger, and the rekindling of love. Carson! OMG, tht man was delicious. His facade may be dark and brutal, yet buried beneath is a tender, caring, loving man. Rina was my hero! A woman who had survived the ugliness of life and become stronger, independent, and protective of the most precious person in her life. I swooned at their reunion and then even more at Carson's new role.
Stella Hunter and Connor Crais provided the duet narration and they were superb. Stella was divine as Rina. She beautifully brought out every one of Rina's emotions, her fears, yet showed her strength and protectiveness. From the moment Connor uttered his first word he was Carson, the rage, heartache, brutality, possessiveness, softness and love. They were the perfect narrators.
While I am sad the Kings Of Vegas series is now over, Natalie ensured she saved the best for last. Her found family was now complete. I can't wait to read more from Natalie, especially after that sneak peek into her next book.
Read and Reviewed for Reading Is Our Satisfaction
✨✨✨✨✨5 STARS
Finally he's here! Natalie Kane's VICIOUS KING has entered the building and he doesn't hold back. This is the one I've been waiting for and the wait was worth it. Having the accompanying audio for a full immersive read ensured every moment and emotion were thoroughly captivating.
Carson St. James' life changed seven years ago when his wife died. He became a darker version of imself, an assassin for hire. When hope is given, he chases it. Will his devastation turn into a joy he hasn't felt for years? It only took one moent for Rina St. James' life to change. She's a survivor though, she's rebuilt her life even though she remains on constant alert. When a date finishes with the words, "I really would prefer my wife didn't date other men." , two lives are once again dramatically altered.
Carson and Rina's second chance was filled with heartache tension, jealousy, possessiveness, danger, and the rekindling of love. Carson! OMG, tht man was delicious. His facade may be dark and brutal, yet buried beneath is a tender, caring, loving man. Rina was my hero! A woman who had survived the ugliness of life and become stronger, independent, and protective of the most precious person in her life. I swooned at their reunion and then even more at Carson's new role.
Stella Hunter and Connor Crais provided the duet narration and they were superb. Stella was divine as Rina. She beautifully brought out every one of Rina's emotions, her fears, yet showed her strength and protectiveness. From the moment Connor uttered his first word he was Carson, the rage, heartache, brutality, possessiveness, softness and love. They were the perfect narrators.
While I am sad the Kings Of Vegas series is now over, Natalie ensured she saved the best for last. Her found family was now complete. I can't wait to read more from Natalie, especially after that sneak peek into her next book.
Read and Reviewed for Reading Is Our Satisfaction
✨✨✨✨✨5 STARS
October 27, 2026
4.25⭐️ 3🌶️ i think that book#3 Savage King is still my favorite of the series, but this is a close 2nd! this can technically be read as a standalone, but i think (especially with this specific book) that reading the other books in this series first would give you the most enjoyment because of the context they provide surrounding Carson and how the 'death' of his wife has affected him and his brothers.
i absolutely loved getting to see more of the softer side of Carson, since we really only got glimpses of it when he made himself appear less intimidating for his brothers' wives in previous books. i also loved seeing his wife Rina reunite with all the other Kings of Vegas and form a little girl gang with their women. this was a very satisfying conclusion to the series, but i'm still sooo intrigued by the head of the Irish mafia, so i'm eager to get his book in 2027!
the audios for this whole series were amazing, but i am a sucker for Connor Crais... so i obviously highly recommend listening to this if you too are an audiobook girly!
i absolutely loved getting to see more of the softer side of Carson, since we really only got glimpses of it when he made himself appear less intimidating for his brothers' wives in previous books. i also loved seeing his wife Rina reunite with all the other Kings of Vegas and form a little girl gang with their women. this was a very satisfying conclusion to the series, but i'm still sooo intrigued by the head of the Irish mafia, so i'm eager to get his book in 2027!
the audios for this whole series were amazing, but i am a sucker for Connor Crais... so i obviously highly recommend listening to this if you too are an audiobook girly!
October 18, 2026
I devoured this story on audio in less than 24 hours, which is unheard of for me. I couldn’t put it down — what an exceptionally captivating story full of “my wife” energy, morally gray goodness and a soul-deep love story I was absolutely waiting for!
Rina and Carson were everything I wanted in our leads. Their son Charlie was an amazing kid and all the leads from previous books made appearances here that made me so freaking happy. Ultimate girl gang, true band of brothers, family that knows no bounds of blood ties and is stronger than anything that they face. Perfect.
Connor Crais and Stella Hunter ate and left no crumbs with this book’s narration. Every moment was so vivid with their performances and I honestly have no notes.
What an ending to this series I’ve loved so much — and I am ready and sat for the Irish! ☘️
Rina and Carson were everything I wanted in our leads. Their son Charlie was an amazing kid and all the leads from previous books made appearances here that made me so freaking happy. Ultimate girl gang, true band of brothers, family that knows no bounds of blood ties and is stronger than anything that they face. Perfect.
Connor Crais and Stella Hunter ate and left no crumbs with this book’s narration. Every moment was so vivid with their performances and I honestly have no notes.
What an ending to this series I’ve loved so much — and I am ready and sat for the Irish! ☘️
Review of advance copy
I have wanted Carson's story since Sinful King!! Seven years ago Carson's world came crumbling down when he lost his wife Rina. That moment changes him and he becomes a ruthless assassin bringing down the vile monsters of the world.
After the gang rescues Rose, Violet's sister in Savage King. Rose flips Carson's world upside down. Rose met Rina years ago and SHE'S ALIVE!! She managed to rescue and is in hiding.
When Carson finds where his wife has been all along he'll stop at nothing to get her back. Their reunion was so emotional 😭. The tension and chemistry was still going strong. What was even more beautiful was Carson learning he had a son and their bond is so special 🥹.
I listened to the audiobook and it was delicious!! Conor Crais and Stella Hunter did such a phenomenal job of narrating this book. I DEVOURED IT!! It was so good and I cannot recommend it enough.
I love this world and these characters! Truly a band of brothers. The spice was spicing and the suspense will keep you on the edge of your seat. One thing I would have wanted was more of a back story to Damien but it was the perfect ending for these brooding men! Can't wait for what Natalie has in store next!! 👏🏼
Thank you Natalie and team for the ALC and ARC copies ✨.
After the gang rescues Rose, Violet's sister in Savage King. Rose flips Carson's world upside down. Rose met Rina years ago and SHE'S ALIVE!! She managed to rescue and is in hiding.
When Carson finds where his wife has been all along he'll stop at nothing to get her back. Their reunion was so emotional 😭. The tension and chemistry was still going strong. What was even more beautiful was Carson learning he had a son and their bond is so special 🥹.
I listened to the audiobook and it was delicious!! Conor Crais and Stella Hunter did such a phenomenal job of narrating this book. I DEVOURED IT!! It was so good and I cannot recommend it enough.
I love this world and these characters! Truly a band of brothers. The spice was spicing and the suspense will keep you on the edge of your seat. One thing I would have wanted was more of a back story to Damien but it was the perfect ending for these brooding men! Can't wait for what Natalie has in store next!! 👏🏼
Thank you Natalie and team for the ALC and ARC copies ✨.
November 1, 2026
Immersion read. I fucking LOVED Carson + Rina. Connor Crais + Stella Hunter did a phenomenal job narrating this audiobook (duet). As most of you know, I hate the secret baby trope, but this one was done well! It joins a list of 3 others that I love + accept. I enjoyed the pacing + the conclusion to the overarching plot that started back in Sinful King.
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avoid
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He sleeps around while she’s celibate
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He sleeps around while she’s celibate
October 24, 2026
This was a little bit of a letdown. It wasn’t necessarily a bad story, it was.. fine. That’s all it was though. Fine. I expected more from the crazy psychopath Carson was teased to be through the rest of the series. And it didn’t help that most of the action was packed right at the tail end. Moreover, I was hoping for something more to wrap up the whole series. That didn’t happen 😔
Review of advance copy received from Author
5 ⭐️ | 3 🌶️ | 5 🎧
What to Expect:
- Dark Mafia Romance
- She's a Nurse
- He's an Assassin
- Woman on the Run
- Secret Child
- Second Chance
- Touch Her & ☠️
- It's Always Been You
- "My Wife"
- Band of Brothers
- Found Family
- Dual 1st Person POVs
- Duet Narration
My Thoughts:
This is a great series, and the best was definitely saved for last. I loved Rina and Carson together, and their second chance romance was just what I needed. Rina went through so much and was a true survivor. I really admired her strength. Carson was ruthless, possessive, and fiercely protective, but the way he loved Rina and Charlie completely melted my heart. These two balanced each other so perfectly. Their sizzling chemistry and all of the "my wife" energy had me completely invested.
The love Rina and Carson had for each other was palpable, and I loved watching them finally get their happily ever after. Beyond the romance, the found family element in this series has been amazing. Seeing everyone together again made my heart so happy, and the epilogue gave me all the feels. This book was packed with love, suspense, danger, heartbreak, and so many twists and turns. The ending of a series is always bittersweet, but I'm excited to see what's coming next.
Narration:
Stella Hunter and Connor Crais performed this audiobook in duet. They did a wonderful job bringing Rina and Carson to life. Stella and Connor perfectly captured the tension, longing, and all the love between two people who were always each other's end game. Their performances made this an amazing immersive reading experience.
Thanks to Natalie Kane and Lyric Audiobooks for the gifted copy + audiobook. Opinions expressed are my own.
What to Expect:
- Dark Mafia Romance
- She's a Nurse
- He's an Assassin
- Woman on the Run
- Secret Child
- Second Chance
- Touch Her & ☠️
- It's Always Been You
- "My Wife"
- Band of Brothers
- Found Family
- Dual 1st Person POVs
- Duet Narration
My Thoughts:
This is a great series, and the best was definitely saved for last. I loved Rina and Carson together, and their second chance romance was just what I needed. Rina went through so much and was a true survivor. I really admired her strength. Carson was ruthless, possessive, and fiercely protective, but the way he loved Rina and Charlie completely melted my heart. These two balanced each other so perfectly. Their sizzling chemistry and all of the "my wife" energy had me completely invested.
The love Rina and Carson had for each other was palpable, and I loved watching them finally get their happily ever after. Beyond the romance, the found family element in this series has been amazing. Seeing everyone together again made my heart so happy, and the epilogue gave me all the feels. This book was packed with love, suspense, danger, heartbreak, and so many twists and turns. The ending of a series is always bittersweet, but I'm excited to see what's coming next.
Narration:
Stella Hunter and Connor Crais performed this audiobook in duet. They did a wonderful job bringing Rina and Carson to life. Stella and Connor perfectly captured the tension, longing, and all the love between two people who were always each other's end game. Their performances made this an amazing immersive reading experience.
Thanks to Natalie Kane and Lyric Audiobooks for the gifted copy + audiobook. Opinions expressed are my own.
Review of advance copy received from Author
SOOOO freaking good. Finished it in less than 24 hours. We got sneak peaks of Carson in past books, but seeing him in this book is so different and amazing. 10/10 would recommend the entire series 😍
Review of advance copy received from Author
Vicious King by Natalie Kane eARC and ALC Review 🖤
This entire series has me in a chokehold and I have been anxiously waiting for Carson’s book. It was everything and more. This possessive, hot, alpha King of Vegas will do whatever it takes to keep his family safe.
Carson and Rina’s story is absolutely wild and this one takes you on a rollercoaster ride. This entire audio had me so enthralled that I devoured it in one sitting. I was so into the story and the narration that I couldn’t stop.
This entire series and these possessive men that love so deeply has become my new obsession. All the stars for this one and the entire series.
What to expect:
Assassin MMC
Touch them and • Found Family
Mafia Romance
Woman on the Run
Secret Baby
Narrators:
🎙️Connor Crais as Carson
🎙️Stella Hunter as Rina
Thank you so much Natalie for the arc and alc!
This entire series has me in a chokehold and I have been anxiously waiting for Carson’s book. It was everything and more. This possessive, hot, alpha King of Vegas will do whatever it takes to keep his family safe.
Carson and Rina’s story is absolutely wild and this one takes you on a rollercoaster ride. This entire audio had me so enthralled that I devoured it in one sitting. I was so into the story and the narration that I couldn’t stop.
This entire series and these possessive men that love so deeply has become my new obsession. All the stars for this one and the entire series.
What to expect:
Assassin MMC
Touch them and • Found Family
Mafia Romance
Woman on the Run
Secret Baby
Narrators:
🎙️Connor Crais as Carson
🎙️Stella Hunter as Rina
Thank you so much Natalie for the arc and alc!
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