Vipers Lair

The Dance of Serpents and Men #2

by Abby Moore

In a world where war has ravaged two rival mafia families, the Vipers and the Panthers, Charlotte must learn quickly how to become a mafia princess. What started as a war for territory, now has become a game of leveling the playing field. Blood has been shed, and lives have been lost during this endless brutal war for power.

Charlotte was taken from her parents' crime scene by the leader of the Vipers, Dimitri Angeloff. He has brought her home for his four sons to protect as if she were their own flesh and blood. She might not have been born into the mafia, but her new brothers will make certain she thrives.

Charlotte must figure out the ways of the mafia in order to survive this deadly world she was brought into. This will include learning to live while her protective brothers watch her every move. When Charlotte convinces Dimitri to allow her to follow her brothers to college, he agrees but with one term.

Charlotte will have a new bodyguard assigned to her. An ex-military, broody man that is in every way off limits to her.

374 pages, Kindle Edition

Expected publication April 16, 2026

Reviews

[Kylie · Rating 5 out of 5]

I thought Vipers Den was amazing?! This hit even higher!! I absolutely loved every single page!!! I can not WAIT till the brothers have their own stories!!!

[Kaylee K · Rating 5 out of 5]

Absolutely an amazing second book!!! Ended the duet perfectly and completely satisfying! The emotions that abby is able to throw in here is TOP notch! I was hit back to back with so many powerful emotions! I absolutely loved Char's & Finn's relationship going through this book. If you read Vipers Den, then you know how hard that ending was, so seeing char have to mentally go through all of that and end up healing into an amazing character was so nice to read! Finn did make me want to kick him out at some moments 😑 But he grew on me by the end. 🤣

Im so excited where Abby will take the brothers story!

(Thank you so much Abby for allowing me to beta read this amazing book) Oh also side note to readers, when you get to chapter 22... just keep reading, dont do a completely stop on reading because of the first sentence 🤣 IYKYK...

[Bookmomma2 · Rating 5 out of 5]

Okay so I knew going in that this was going to be a book especially with vipers Den. but my God this author is definitely growing you can see it in her work. the emotions in this book I felt in my soul with every word I read. definitely a five-star read if not more if I could give it more, absolutely go give this after a chance.

[Leona Bucy · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book has everything you could want in a mafia romance. The love between the lead characters is genuinely heartwarming, and the action keeps you glued to the pages, always needing to know what happens next. It’s a powerful and satisfying conclusion to Charlotte’s story, and honestly, it deserves more than five stars. Abby Moore’s growth as an author truly shines here—her writing, pacing, and emotional depth have reached a whole new level. I can’t wait for The Nevalas in this series!

[Melly · Rating 5 out of 5]

🤎ARC REVIEW🤎
This is the second book in the duet and omfg I cried so much. The first book ends on a brutal cliffhanger where Charlotte is raped, and this one follows her healing journey but knowing that parts of the story are based on the author’s real life honestly made it hit even harder. Charlotte goes through a lot in this book there’s panic attacks, self harm, depression, PTSD, and some seriously self destructive choices. It’s messy and painful, but it also feels very real. At the same time, she’s trying to get revenge on Dom which turns out to be way harder than expected because that man is somehow always one step ahead as if he already read the script before everyone else. The war between the families takes out so many people on both sides, but losing Lev and Cora absolutely wrecked me like excuse me while I sit here emotionally damaged for a bit. And the plot twists omfg someone literally betrays the Angeloffs and helps aid the enemy by planting a bomb in their car, and I’m still sitting here like WHO DID IT AND DID THEY DIE?? Because I need answers. Thankfully, Charlotte does get her happy ending with Finn by getting married and you can see she’s starting to heal from everything she’s been through, which was honestly the emotional relief I desperately needed by the end. But ALSOOOOO can we talk about Griffin for a second?? This man is apparently getting married and not to Mara, who literally knew they were in the mafia like when did that happen. Anyways sir I’m sorry but I need to see how that mess plays out because there is no way that’s not going to be dramatic.

[Rachael Engelman · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you want a medium-length mocha mafia romance that will keep you engaged the ENTIRE time, Vipers Den > Vipers Lair are perfect!! This book kept me on my toes the entire story! I knew Charlie was a strong FMC, but I definitely didn't expect the power she brought in this book. She overcame SO much, yet she embodies resilience. Vipers Lair captures SO many themes and truly is SO well executed. Forever rooting for Charlie and Finn, and can't WAIT to see where the brothers' storylines go from here!

[Nicoletta Papalas · Rating 5 out of 5]

Such a great second book to finish Charlottes story. Curious to see where Abby will take the brother’s stories. While this book broke your heart it also healed it at the end. You can see the character growth. You feel for Charlotte , you love Charlotte. You want the best for Charlotte. You can see Abby’s growth with her writing as well. Overall an amazing series from an amazing writer. 10/10 would recommend.

[Amber Stagner · Rating 5 out of 5]

Revenge. This book takes off right where Vipers Den leaves off and thank goodness because the cliffhanger that left us on.. I absolutely loved this book and the ending of this one was great as well. Its a perfect mix of mafia, dark, romantic, and a kick ass FMC. Its fast paced and well put together. I absolutely adore Finn. & the way the family comes together to protect one another so so well. Abby you did it again! cannot wait for what is next.

[Sherae Mize · Rating 5 out of 5]

Vipers Lair was such a roller coaster of a story. The twists and turns as Charlie heals from her trauma had me in tears. What a beautiful way to complete the series and showcase mental health and the process of healing.

[Ashley Baits · Rating 5 out of 5]

I got this book as an arc from the author, and it was beyond gut wrenching in the best way possible. I couldn't put the book down I loved it so much. Thank you Abby Moore for pouring your heart and soul into this book. I loved it so much.

[Bristol · Rating 5 out of 5]

I devoured this book in one sitting. The writing style for this book is so much improved from her other book it's been an amazing journey watching this authors growth.
This story will captivate you, make you laugh, and cry, and leave you wanting to never leave these characters alone.