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Dante: A Dark Cartel Romance
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I didn’t fall in love.
I walked into a trap—eyes open, wrists bare, heart unguarded.
Dante promised escape.
Control. Power. Protection.
What he gave me was bruises I learned to crave, obedience that felt like choice, and a hunger I didn’t recognize until it owned me.
He taught me how to kneel.
How to break.
How to bloom in the dark.
I thought I was special.
I thought I mattered.
Then he left me in an abandoned warehouse with nothing but pain, lies, and a backpack full of stolen money—proof that I was never more than a pawn in his war for power.
Used.
Played.
Discarded.
But Dante made one mistake.
He forgot that monsters don’t just create weapons…
They create survivors.
And if he thinks I’ll disappear quietly, he’s about to learn what happens when a woman stops begging—and starts hunting.
A brutal, obsessive dark romance featuring a morally gray anti-hero, power imbalance and BDSM dynamics, cartel crime and betrayal, touch-her-and-die intensity, psychological obsession, and high-stakes passion with consequences.
This is a dark, unconventional romance with mature themes. Please check the author’s note for content warnings before reading.
Perfect for readers of Rina Kent, Luna Mason, and Shantel Tessier.
I walked into a trap—eyes open, wrists bare, heart unguarded.
Dante promised escape.
Control. Power. Protection.
What he gave me was bruises I learned to crave, obedience that felt like choice, and a hunger I didn’t recognize until it owned me.
He taught me how to kneel.
How to break.
How to bloom in the dark.
I thought I was special.
I thought I mattered.
Then he left me in an abandoned warehouse with nothing but pain, lies, and a backpack full of stolen money—proof that I was never more than a pawn in his war for power.
Used.
Played.
Discarded.
But Dante made one mistake.
He forgot that monsters don’t just create weapons…
They create survivors.
And if he thinks I’ll disappear quietly, he’s about to learn what happens when a woman stops begging—and starts hunting.
A brutal, obsessive dark romance featuring a morally gray anti-hero, power imbalance and BDSM dynamics, cartel crime and betrayal, touch-her-and-die intensity, psychological obsession, and high-stakes passion with consequences.
This is a dark, unconventional romance with mature themes. Please check the author’s note for content warnings before reading.
Perfect for readers of Rina Kent, Luna Mason, and Shantel Tessier.
272 pages, Kindle Edition
Expected publication March 3, 2026
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About the author
A. Unda-Tames
7 books176 followersA. Unda-Tames is a romance author who writes across dark romance, psychological thrillers, contemporary romance. Her stories blend emotional depth, dangerous chemistry, and high-stakes tension—following heroines who fight for their power and heroes who blur the line between devotion and danger.
Her dark romance novels are known for their obsession, psychological twists, and addictive villains.
A former theatre actor, director, producer, and playwright, she brings dramatic intensity and cinematic storytelling to every page. She is also the author of the middle-grade adventure series Risho & Kaia, inspired by her son’s journey on the autism spectrum. The Seed of Imagination was selected as a PepsiCo EnAble × Adelante Book Club Pick.
When she’s not writing, A. enjoys reading, watching movies, dancing, and spending time with her husband and their two children.
🖤 She is the creator of Dark Bloom Society, a storytelling brand and upcoming podcast exploring the stories we crave, the power we hide, and the desire that shapes us.
middle grade fantasy to promote autism awareness under Aggie Unda.
Her dark romance novels are known for their obsession, psychological twists, and addictive villains.
A former theatre actor, director, producer, and playwright, she brings dramatic intensity and cinematic storytelling to every page. She is also the author of the middle-grade adventure series Risho & Kaia, inspired by her son’s journey on the autism spectrum. The Seed of Imagination was selected as a PepsiCo EnAble × Adelante Book Club Pick.
When she’s not writing, A. enjoys reading, watching movies, dancing, and spending time with her husband and their two children.
🖤 She is the creator of Dark Bloom Society, a storytelling brand and upcoming podcast exploring the stories we crave, the power we hide, and the desire that shapes us.
middle grade fantasy to promote autism awareness under Aggie Unda.
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February 18, 2026
ARC REVIEW
My, my, my, this dude is like a bad boy cookie - bad for my soul, but I just can't get enough. This book is ridiculously good. The ending had me all riled up. Mariana was feeling meh about life and wanted some excitement. Then she met Dante and got a whole lot more than she bargained for. Dante didn't know he was missing love until Mariana came along. Will this bad boy with a cold heart let himself fall for Mariana, or will he stick to his bad boy ways? I devoured this book. I have a thing for bad boys, which, let's be real, is not the best taste. This book will put you through all the feels. Give it a read.
Thanks to Book Sirens for sending me an advanced copy to read and review
My, my, my, this dude is like a bad boy cookie - bad for my soul, but I just can't get enough. This book is ridiculously good. The ending had me all riled up. Mariana was feeling meh about life and wanted some excitement. Then she met Dante and got a whole lot more than she bargained for. Dante didn't know he was missing love until Mariana came along. Will this bad boy with a cold heart let himself fall for Mariana, or will he stick to his bad boy ways? I devoured this book. I have a thing for bad boys, which, let's be real, is not the best taste. This book will put you through all the feels. Give it a read.
Thanks to Book Sirens for sending me an advanced copy to read and review
Review of advance copy received from Author
Fans of dark romance novels will love this. I have enjoyed other books by the author and Dante was no different. From the very first page I was hooked and I kept reading until the end as I wanted to know what happened. I love the author's writing style, she knows how to draw you in from the very first page. I loved the great mix of characters and the place settings in the story were beautiful. There were also some spicy scenes. Even though there were some sensitive subjects they were handled with care. I highly recommend it and I look forward to reading more by the author.
💜 Thank you to the author, A. Unda-Tames for my arc ebook copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.
💜 Thank you to the author, A. Unda-Tames for my arc ebook copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Dante by A. Unda-Tames absolutely wrecked me in the best way.
Dark, dominant, and dangerously addictive — Dante is EVERYTHING I want in a mafia anti-hero. The tension? Insane. The chemistry? Off the charts. The possessiveness? Chef’s kiss. 🔥
I devoured this book. Every scene had me hooked, and I could not get enough of the power plays, the obsession, and the intense emotional moments woven through all that darkness.
If you love ruthless mafia kings who fall hard and love even harder… RUN, don’t walk. I’m still thinking about him. 💀🔥
Dark, dominant, and dangerously addictive — Dante is EVERYTHING I want in a mafia anti-hero. The tension? Insane. The chemistry? Off the charts. The possessiveness? Chef’s kiss. 🔥
I devoured this book. Every scene had me hooked, and I could not get enough of the power plays, the obsession, and the intense emotional moments woven through all that darkness.
If you love ruthless mafia kings who fall hard and love even harder… RUN, don’t walk. I’m still thinking about him. 💀🔥
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