Zari Collins is on the run, dodging a past that’s trying to put her in the grave. When she meets Emily Salkov…a woman desperate to escape a forced marriage to the heir of the Andreyev Bratva…they strike a deal that changes everything. Zari walks to the altar in her place, trading her identity for the protection that comes with a kingpin’s name.
But Leardo “Lo” Andreyev isn’t a man easily deceived. The future Pakhan of a dark empire, he sees through her before the ink even dries. Instead of exposing her, he claims her.
Because in Lo’s world, possession doesn’t end with him. Loyalty is shared. Andreyev ownership comes with its own set of rules, and its own bonuses. Through Lo’s best friend Renzo and his brother Dimitri, Zari is pulled into a dynamic of authority, discipline, and dangerous intimacy she never chose, yet can’t escape.
Now she’s Andreyev. Trapped in a world of betrayal and dark desire, she has to play her role perfectly if she wants to survive. Because in this game, the only thing more dangerous than the enemies at the door is the man holding her leash.
Andryev is a Dark Urban Bratva Romance where power is absolute, desire is weaponized, and survival means obeying men who play by their own rules.
3⭐️ - 4🌶 ☆ Mafia romance ☆ Forced marriage ☆ BDSM ☆ Insta lust ☆ Touch her and die
NetGalley ARC review Thanks to Netgalley and Erica Zarrieff for the free copy.
If you're looking for smut, this definitely delivered on that front. It was spicy as hell, which is absolutely a vibe, but I can't rate this higher than 3 stars for a few reasons. What I really loved about this book was the diversity of the characters, which is still pretty rare in dark romance.
As for my issues... first, I feel like the whole plotline with the father was left unfinished. Is he or is he not the Pakhan?? Second, he didn't avenge her nearly enough. His reaction to meeting her abuser was way too mild. What do you mean he won't torture that piece of shit himself?
Finally, and most importantly, pregnant with an IUD? Come on. Everyone knows I hate pregnancies in books, but this felt like a huge reach just to fit the narrative, and I hated that. Check your triggers though, this is still dark romance.
Favorite quotes:
> "So, the kitty cat has claws when she gets cornered," I murmured in a low, seductive voice. "I'll remember that in the future. Wouldn't want to lose my balls to my little wife, now, would I?"
> "This is my house, and if I want to fuck my wife in the foyer, then the rest of them can watch while you tremble for me."
> Your wife looks good with a tiara on. Think she'll wear it next time she sucks my dick? I'll ask nicely.
> "I'm saying," what I was trying to explain, in fact, “is that Theo might've broken promises, and arms." His eyes darkened, but I pressed on regardless. "But I think whatever is going on between us, might have the ability to break my heart if anything happened to you, or us." I dropped my hands, touching my stomach. "I'm also saying that I'll be your wife, Lo. But I won't be your captive."
> "Whipped," Renzo mouthed, smirking at me as we walked past him. The look I shot him in return dared him to say something. Fortunately for his health, he kept quiet.
The author’s writing style is incredibly immersive; she has a way of making the chemistry between the leads practically jump off the page. Beyond the central romance, the world-building is so rich that I found myself completely captivated by the side characters, to the point where I’m already desperate for their individual stories. The plot keeps you hooked from start to finish, and the spicy scenes are bold and intense. The character dynamics are truly what set this book apart. Lo radiates a level of dominance and confidence that is impossible to ignore, while Zari is a fantastic lead with a spunky, bold attitude that makes her easy to root for. I found myself so lost in the story that I was practically wishing I could step into Zari’s shoes, particularly during those unforgettable sharing spicy scenes. This was my first time reading this author’s work, but after experiencing the way she balances raw tension with genuine love, it definitely won’t be my last. I highly recommend picking this up if you're looking for a bold, addictive read!
Property: Andreyev is the kind of dark mafia romance that pulls you in fast and keeps raising the stakes the deeper you go. The bride-swap setup is messy in the best possible way, and the tension between Zari and Lo crackles from the moment they meet. Lo is dangerous, possessive, and completely unhinged at times, while Zari refuses to roll over for him, which makes every scene between them feel explosive. Add in the Bratva politics, the reverse harem dynamic, and the constant sense that everything could spiral out of control at any second, and this turns into a wildly addictive read for dark romance fans.
A seductive descent into the violent world of the Bratva, Property: Andreyev delivers danger, obsession, and betrayal wrapped inside a high-stakes marriage deception. With fierce chemistry, ruthless power struggles, and a heroine forced to survive among men who claim ownership as naturally as they breathe, this dark romance offers an addictive blend of tension and temptation. Fans of mafia romance and morally gray antiheroes will find plenty to devour here.
Zari was just trying to make it out of a bad situation, when she founds herself in another crazy situation. Lo was scary, handsome, crazy, and a possessive man. Who instantly took a liking to Zari when he laid eyes on her. This story was very intense with the spicy sex scenes. But I glad they both got their happy ending. Please read Trigger Warnings!
I loved this book. I loved me some Lo and Zari. He shared her but there were boundaries and she knew who she belonged to. But honeeeeyyyyyy, they tore my girl Zari off the bone. Lo, Dmitri, and Renzo were turning my girl OUT! Can't wait for Emily and Dmitri's story!