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The Unbinding : Club Jade Series, Book 1. LGBTQIA, Sapphic, Mafia, Stalker, Serial Killer, BDSM
Vanessa
Eliminating monsters is my calling.
Tracking them is my gift.
But watching her?
That’s my obsession
Allesandra
Something is wrong.
The air feels heavier. My skin chills.
The silence feels louder and every step I take feels followed.
I don’t know who is watching me. Yet I know when they finally step out of the shadows, there will be no escape.
Vanessa doesn't want territory, she doesn’t want power. She wants Allesandra.
To take her.
To ruin her.
To peel her layers apart and see what lies beneath the crown of control. And maybe if she breaks her just right, she can put her back together as someone fearless of opinions…something hers.
Eliminating monsters is my calling.
Tracking them is my gift.
But watching her?
That’s my obsession
Allesandra
Something is wrong.
The air feels heavier. My skin chills.
The silence feels louder and every step I take feels followed.
I don’t know who is watching me. Yet I know when they finally step out of the shadows, there will be no escape.
Vanessa doesn't want territory, she doesn’t want power. She wants Allesandra.
To take her.
To ruin her.
To peel her layers apart and see what lies beneath the crown of control. And maybe if she breaks her just right, she can put her back together as someone fearless of opinions…something hers.
216 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 8, 2026
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May 8, 2026
~Arc Review~
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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~The Unbinding~Victoria Mabry~
♡This was my first read by Victoria Mabry & I think she did a great job for a debut! This was a quick mafia romance read with some dark themes, heavy banter, & twists! I can't wait to see what book 2 has in store for us!♡
~As Always Happy Reading~
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶🌶
~The Unbinding~Victoria Mabry~
♡This was my first read by Victoria Mabry & I think she did a great job for a debut! This was a quick mafia romance read with some dark themes, heavy banter, & twists! I can't wait to see what book 2 has in store for us!♡
~As Always Happy Reading~
May 8, 2026
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I love the concept of this story. Traditional values mixed in with the reality. I love how
Rocco and Alessandra have such a good understanding of each other and what each other need. They are open to be there for everything that happens like they are truly bound together for good reason and I love Vanessa's crazy. Because who wouldn't love a good stalker. In fiction only. Let's be honest.
I love the suspense of the book. Everything unraveling and truths were revealed, always the best part.
I feel like towards the end. It was a bit rushed. I still loved the concept of what happened but I felt like towards the end some of the resolutions had me wanting for more. I still enjoyed the how Vanessa and Alessandra ended up together in the whole idea of a 100 dates before you could move forward. It made it fun. But I wish that 100th date would have given us a little bit more of a picture of the ending. Lastly, I cannot wait to see who the second book follows. And you know, if it ends up in a little bit of a why choose I will be there for it. I will always be here for a good why choose moment
I love the concept of this story. Traditional values mixed in with the reality. I love how
Rocco and Alessandra have such a good understanding of each other and what each other need. They are open to be there for everything that happens like they are truly bound together for good reason and I love Vanessa's crazy. Because who wouldn't love a good stalker. In fiction only. Let's be honest.
I love the suspense of the book. Everything unraveling and truths were revealed, always the best part.
I feel like towards the end. It was a bit rushed. I still loved the concept of what happened but I felt like towards the end some of the resolutions had me wanting for more. I still enjoyed the how Vanessa and Alessandra ended up together in the whole idea of a 100 dates before you could move forward. It made it fun. But I wish that 100th date would have given us a little bit more of a picture of the ending. Lastly, I cannot wait to see who the second book follows. And you know, if it ends up in a little bit of a why choose I will be there for it. I will always be here for a good why choose moment
Review of advance copy received from Author
She’s his heart.
He’s her soul mate.
They married for loyalty.
They stayed together for revenge.
Rocco and Alessandra met as children and became instant best friends. Over the years, their friendship developed into a deep and meaningful bond. They each endured more tragedy than any person should ever have experienced and through it all have done their best to protect one another. Now, someone is stalking Alessandra and Rocco will stop at nothing to protect what’s his.
What an incredible story! Every page I turned felt like I was on an adventure. As the reader, I had no idea what to expect and had trouble putting this book down. I was shocked to learn this novel is the author’s debut. I am very much looking forward to the next book in the series as well as anything else she writes.
On a scale of 1 to 5, I would rate this story as 5 and the spice a 5 as well. I recommend this novel for mature audiences only due to sexual content and violence. There are some heavy topics discussed in the novel and I recommend the reader to pay close attention to the trigger warnings.
I received this ARC from the author in exchange for a fair and honest review.
He’s her soul mate.
They married for loyalty.
They stayed together for revenge.
Rocco and Alessandra met as children and became instant best friends. Over the years, their friendship developed into a deep and meaningful bond. They each endured more tragedy than any person should ever have experienced and through it all have done their best to protect one another. Now, someone is stalking Alessandra and Rocco will stop at nothing to protect what’s his.
What an incredible story! Every page I turned felt like I was on an adventure. As the reader, I had no idea what to expect and had trouble putting this book down. I was shocked to learn this novel is the author’s debut. I am very much looking forward to the next book in the series as well as anything else she writes.
On a scale of 1 to 5, I would rate this story as 5 and the spice a 5 as well. I recommend this novel for mature audiences only due to sexual content and violence. There are some heavy topics discussed in the novel and I recommend the reader to pay close attention to the trigger warnings.
I received this ARC from the author in exchange for a fair and honest review.
Review of advance copy received from Author
This was a fairly quick read that had touches of banter, suspense, and darkness. It was a great touch reading about a morally grey FMC who goes to bat for the woman she desires. The plot had me very well intrigued and engaged the entire time and wanting to know where things were going to go. The protective and possessive side of Vanessa was so strong for Alessandra, which held great tension throughout the story. The overall characters were fun to read about, which I can tell sets the tone for characters for the next book by the author. This was a great debut novel that showed a great plot, character growth as well as spice.
May 9, 2026
What a Great Debut!!
I had the pleasure of being able to ARC read The Unbinding and couldn’t be happier!!
This is my 1st Sapphic Dark Romance and will not be my last! The story and twists in this book had me devouring this book quickly!! And OMG this is just her Debut, I can’t wait to continue to read this series and more!
This Book has so many great characters that you meet and I hope to see more in the future! I loved Alessandra and Rocco’s true friendship and devotion to each other. The way they grew up protective of one another and continues throughout. Also Club Jade!! 😉 And Vanessa is unhinged in the best way!!
The vibes, the story, the HEA, the Bonus chapter having me excited for book 2!!!
Please run don’t walk to grab Victoria Mabry’s Debut Dark Romance!
I had the pleasure of being able to ARC read The Unbinding and couldn’t be happier!!
This is my 1st Sapphic Dark Romance and will not be my last! The story and twists in this book had me devouring this book quickly!! And OMG this is just her Debut, I can’t wait to continue to read this series and more!
This Book has so many great characters that you meet and I hope to see more in the future! I loved Alessandra and Rocco’s true friendship and devotion to each other. The way they grew up protective of one another and continues throughout. Also Club Jade!! 😉 And Vanessa is unhinged in the best way!!
The vibes, the story, the HEA, the Bonus chapter having me excited for book 2!!!
Please run don’t walk to grab Victoria Mabry’s Debut Dark Romance!
May 12, 2026
Im REALLY impressed for this being a Debut. First thing, check your triggers. Not like oh ya im fine with dark...check them. This is only my 2nd sapphic Ive read but I really enjoyed this one.
I absolutely loved Vanessa. Is she crazy? Yes. Is she obsessed? Sooo what. She had me laughing so much with her internal monologue and I loved her friendship with Cole.
I loved the relationship between Rocco and alessandra. To be that strength and home and safe space for someone, that doesnt happen often.
I loved how protective Vanessa was of Alessandra and how she helped her heal from past trauma. The spice hit.
Waaas not seeing the thing with the stalker coming.
I absolutely loved Vanessa. Is she crazy? Yes. Is she obsessed? Sooo what. She had me laughing so much with her internal monologue and I loved her friendship with Cole.
I loved the relationship between Rocco and alessandra. To be that strength and home and safe space for someone, that doesnt happen often.
I loved how protective Vanessa was of Alessandra and how she helped her heal from past trauma. The spice hit.
Waaas not seeing the thing with the stalker coming.
Review of advance copy received from Author
I give this a solid 4.5. Rounding up to 5⭐️
The premise of the book is solid, the character arc is very well done. The spice… well, let just say I’ve never read an FF book before and this won’t be my last! 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️ sorry no spoilers here! I read for pleasure and this book was definitely a pleasure!
This story moves quickly, the author does a great job of telling you when things may trigger you, even throughout the book. I’ve never seen that before.
I was lucky enough to be a part of the first group to receive the book from the author and I’m sharing my personal thoughts.
The premise of the book is solid, the character arc is very well done. The spice… well, let just say I’ve never read an FF book before and this won’t be my last! 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️ sorry no spoilers here! I read for pleasure and this book was definitely a pleasure!
This story moves quickly, the author does a great job of telling you when things may trigger you, even throughout the book. I’ve never seen that before.
I was lucky enough to be a part of the first group to receive the book from the author and I’m sharing my personal thoughts.
May 13, 2026
This book is off the charts hot! The spice in this book is outstanding! I've never read a F and F book before I will be reading more. Its also an excellent twist of dark romance that make me want to read more. VICTORIA writing is absolutely fantastic!
Review of advance copy received from Author
I reading it in less than a day. It had a touch of suspense and I enjoyed the humor, which made me laugh. It truly tugged at my heartstrings. I love Allesandra; she’s a fantastic character. Vanessa is little morally grey, and I lovethe book is quite spicy. Victoria's writing is excellent—I love her style. I love rocco he is amazing very protected of ally and caring and passionate. She is a very talented author, and I eagerly await her next book.
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