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My Ghost: A Billionaire Mafia Dark Romance
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Expected publication June 16, 2026
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Review of advance copy received from Author
This book is exactly why Dark Romance is my favorite genre 😭 The obsession, the tension, the possessiveness, the emotional chaos… it had everything. Matteo Di Rossi is the type of MMC who is calm, cold, composed, ruthless, and completely indifferent to everyone around him… until the FMC enters his world and suddenly he turns into an absolute beast. He only sees her. Only wants her. Only thinks about protecting and possessing her, even while pretending he feels nothing at all.
And Erin? I loved her so much 😭 She’s smart, beautiful, determined, emotional, insecure in such a real way, and despite constantly feeling like she isn’t worthy of love, she still knows what she wants. She’s a veterinarian by day and secretly a hacker dismantling trafficking organizations by night, which already made her such an interesting heroine. She’s also Lily’s best friend from Your Monster (book 1), and her dynamic with Matteo was EVERYTHING.
They hooked up once before, and when she comes back into his world, she tries so hard to get a reaction out of him 😭 teasing him, kissing him, provoking him… and he keeps rejecting her. He calls her a spoiled brat playing with fire and acts like he wants nothing to do with her because he refuses to drag her into his dangerous life. Meanwhile, Erin is sitting there feeling humiliated, rejected, and heartbroken, believing he truly doesn’t want her back. And yes, she gets jealous too 😭 which honestly made everything even messier and better. This almost felt like a slow-burn second chance romance at first… until everything exploded and burned the world, and us with it 😭
But the truth is Matteo is completely gone for her. Underneath all that cold control is a dangerously obsessive, deranged man barely holding himself together. The second he discovers who Erin really is and forces her to work with him, everything spirals out of control. Suddenly they’re fighting on the same side while constantly clashing with each other, and the tension between them becomes absolutely insane. And OH MY GOD 😭 I was genuinely shocked at some parts. Sitting there with my mouth open in disbelief. Matteo completely lost his mind for a second, blinded by obsession, rage, possessiveness, and fear. Some of his actions genuinely upset me, and I kept waiting for him to redeem himself… but once Erin was in danger, that man would burn the entire world for her.
For less than 300 pages, this book was PACKED with events, tension, danger, chaos, banter, emotional intensity, and chemistry without ever feeling too overwhelming. Something was always happening, and the story never slowed down. The banter between them was so funny too 😭 and every time his cologne was mentioned, I swear I could smell it myself. The chemistry and steamy scenes were next level. I thought I was used to dark romance spice by now, but apparently not because Elena Woods shocked me 😭 …and he has a kink club???
I honestly cannot believe this is only Elena Woods’ second book because she writes like someone who has been doing this forever. She’s talented, unhinged (crazy!!), and clearly understands exactly what dark romance readers want. And honestly? We all need a little craziness in our lives.
Highly recommended if you want a dark romance full of obsession, high tension, emotional damage, possessive energy, shocking moments, fun, witty banter, and an MMC who completely loses his mind over his woman and makes you sit there thinking: "What the fuck did I just read?" 😭
I just can't wait for book 3!!
I received this book as an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
⚠️ This is a DARK romance with NC/DC elements, violence, psychological tension, torture, trafficking, morally grey characters, and Mafia-related themes. Please check trigger warnings before reading.
And Erin? I loved her so much 😭 She’s smart, beautiful, determined, emotional, insecure in such a real way, and despite constantly feeling like she isn’t worthy of love, she still knows what she wants. She’s a veterinarian by day and secretly a hacker dismantling trafficking organizations by night, which already made her such an interesting heroine. She’s also Lily’s best friend from Your Monster (book 1), and her dynamic with Matteo was EVERYTHING.
They hooked up once before, and when she comes back into his world, she tries so hard to get a reaction out of him 😭 teasing him, kissing him, provoking him… and he keeps rejecting her. He calls her a spoiled brat playing with fire and acts like he wants nothing to do with her because he refuses to drag her into his dangerous life. Meanwhile, Erin is sitting there feeling humiliated, rejected, and heartbroken, believing he truly doesn’t want her back. And yes, she gets jealous too 😭 which honestly made everything even messier and better. This almost felt like a slow-burn second chance romance at first… until everything exploded and burned the world, and us with it 😭
But the truth is Matteo is completely gone for her. Underneath all that cold control is a dangerously obsessive, deranged man barely holding himself together. The second he discovers who Erin really is and forces her to work with him, everything spirals out of control. Suddenly they’re fighting on the same side while constantly clashing with each other, and the tension between them becomes absolutely insane. And OH MY GOD 😭 I was genuinely shocked at some parts. Sitting there with my mouth open in disbelief. Matteo completely lost his mind for a second, blinded by obsession, rage, possessiveness, and fear. Some of his actions genuinely upset me, and I kept waiting for him to redeem himself… but once Erin was in danger, that man would burn the entire world for her.
For less than 300 pages, this book was PACKED with events, tension, danger, chaos, banter, emotional intensity, and chemistry without ever feeling too overwhelming. Something was always happening, and the story never slowed down. The banter between them was so funny too 😭 and every time his cologne was mentioned, I swear I could smell it myself. The chemistry and steamy scenes were next level. I thought I was used to dark romance spice by now, but apparently not because Elena Woods shocked me 😭 …and he has a kink club???
I honestly cannot believe this is only Elena Woods’ second book because she writes like someone who has been doing this forever. She’s talented, unhinged (crazy!!), and clearly understands exactly what dark romance readers want. And honestly? We all need a little craziness in our lives.
Highly recommended if you want a dark romance full of obsession, high tension, emotional damage, possessive energy, shocking moments, fun, witty banter, and an MMC who completely loses his mind over his woman and makes you sit there thinking: "What the fuck did I just read?" 😭
I just can't wait for book 3!!
I received this book as an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
⚠️ This is a DARK romance with NC/DC elements, violence, psychological tension, torture, trafficking, morally grey characters, and Mafia-related themes. Please check trigger warnings before reading.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Wow. I don't even know how to start. This was my first mafia romance, and I think I found a new favorite. I would recommend this book and probably give it a 4.25 or 4.5. If you enjoyed Haunting Adeline or Lights Out, I think you would enjoy this as well.
We love a strong female main character and an obsessed male main character. Erin and Matteo's dynamic kept me on my toes. I never knew if they were going to fight or kiss. So many things happened in less than 300 pages. The story was fast paced, but I never felt lost. I read this in literally three days.
Elena blends dark, obsessive elements with hilarity. I genuinely laughed out loud numerous times, but I also wanted to cry. It takes good writing to accomplish both. The book was so easy to follow but had insane plot twists that I never saw coming. I found myself constantly reaching for my Kindle to keep seeing where the story would take me.
Erin's character development was beautiful. I love how minor characters stood out and made a big impact on the story. I also felt like I was in the world. The scenes were descriptive and easy to imagine.
"For all the girls who think vulnerability means weakness. It doesn't. In the right hands, it becomes your strength." ~ Elena Woods
TRIGGER WARNINGS: Dark Romance, Non-Consent/Dubious Consent, Violence, Threats, Psychological Tension, Crime, Torture, Human Trafficking, Morally Grey Characters, Mention of Orphanhood and Foster Care, Animal Abuse.
DISCLAIMER: I received this book as an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
We love a strong female main character and an obsessed male main character. Erin and Matteo's dynamic kept me on my toes. I never knew if they were going to fight or kiss. So many things happened in less than 300 pages. The story was fast paced, but I never felt lost. I read this in literally three days.
Elena blends dark, obsessive elements with hilarity. I genuinely laughed out loud numerous times, but I also wanted to cry. It takes good writing to accomplish both. The book was so easy to follow but had insane plot twists that I never saw coming. I found myself constantly reaching for my Kindle to keep seeing where the story would take me.
Erin's character development was beautiful. I love how minor characters stood out and made a big impact on the story. I also felt like I was in the world. The scenes were descriptive and easy to imagine.
"For all the girls who think vulnerability means weakness. It doesn't. In the right hands, it becomes your strength." ~ Elena Woods
TRIGGER WARNINGS: Dark Romance, Non-Consent/Dubious Consent, Violence, Threats, Psychological Tension, Crime, Torture, Human Trafficking, Morally Grey Characters, Mention of Orphanhood and Foster Care, Animal Abuse.
DISCLAIMER: I received this book as an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
May 17, 2026
First off, before I even started this book, the dedication to Kayla, the street and content team, and the ARCs made me feel the love ❤️
I’ve been anticipating this book ever since Your Monster, which was actually my very first ARC read.
Now for My Ghost…
Erin and Matteo… the tension 🔥
The flashback to the wedding? Yes please, Teo 🤤
Matteo is on a mission to find the “ghost” getting in the way of his work, not realising it’s her… yet!
The relationship between Erin and Matteo is packed with banter, chemistry, and so much fire 🔥 The spice definitely delivers 🌶️
As the story unfolds, Erin starts to see a completely different side to Matteo, and honestly, it’s melting. Their relationship really starts to grow, and Matteo’s obsession with her becomes impossible to ignore. He doesn’t want anyone near her — not even her work friends — so Erin finds a way to take her lunch breaks where he can’t interfere… which ends badly 👀
I don’t want to give too much away, but the ending was perfect. And that sneak peek at the next Boston Blood instalment, My Sunfall? I already need it immediately.
I’ve been anticipating this book ever since Your Monster, which was actually my very first ARC read.
Now for My Ghost…
Erin and Matteo… the tension 🔥
The flashback to the wedding? Yes please, Teo 🤤
Matteo is on a mission to find the “ghost” getting in the way of his work, not realising it’s her… yet!
The relationship between Erin and Matteo is packed with banter, chemistry, and so much fire 🔥 The spice definitely delivers 🌶️
As the story unfolds, Erin starts to see a completely different side to Matteo, and honestly, it’s melting. Their relationship really starts to grow, and Matteo’s obsession with her becomes impossible to ignore. He doesn’t want anyone near her — not even her work friends — so Erin finds a way to take her lunch breaks where he can’t interfere… which ends badly 👀
I don’t want to give too much away, but the ending was perfect. And that sneak peek at the next Boston Blood instalment, My Sunfall? I already need it immediately.
Review of advance copy received from Author
I originally fell in love with this series because of Lily and Damiano in Your Monster. However, seeing everyone together in this book might have given me a new favorite of the series. The dynamic between all of them and getting to see the future of Lily and Damiano, as well as hints at the future of another couple was absolute perfection.
Erin absolutely broke my heart. Watching her feel like she had no one was devastating. At first, I didn’t understand why Matteo was so mean or why Erin seemed to like it, but by the end I completely understood why he’s the perfect man for her.
The twists in this book had my jaw on the floor, but the love between Erin and Matteo was my favorite part overall. I didn’t think anything could top Lily and Damiano in Your Monster, but this book proved me wrong.
Elena truly knows how to write the perfect men and the damaged women they’re determined to protect and help heal.
Now I just need a novella with Erin and Matteo ASAP because I’m not ready to let them go yet.
Erin absolutely broke my heart. Watching her feel like she had no one was devastating. At first, I didn’t understand why Matteo was so mean or why Erin seemed to like it, but by the end I completely understood why he’s the perfect man for her.
The twists in this book had my jaw on the floor, but the love between Erin and Matteo was my favorite part overall. I didn’t think anything could top Lily and Damiano in Your Monster, but this book proved me wrong.
Elena truly knows how to write the perfect men and the damaged women they’re determined to protect and help heal.
Now I just need a novella with Erin and Matteo ASAP because I’m not ready to let them go yet.
Review of advance copy received from Author
This story follows Erin and Matteo. After meeting at her best friend's wedding and having a night to remember. Things don't go to well and Matteo pulls away. Erin is a part-time vet tech and ... a hacker?! Well... after Lily got kidnapped last year.
She's been chasing a trafficking ring. However she may or may not have gotten the attention of Matteo.
If you're looking for a strong ray of sunshine FMC. Look no further. Our MMC is just as strong without the sunshine. Two bullheaded loners who don't know how to let go and I loved every second of this book! Matteo is everything you could wish for and more.
Elena did such an amazing job writing him! Make sure you read Your Monster first! The Boston Blood series is one you don't want to miss out on!
Found family
Secret identity
Sunshine hacker FMC × Grumpy enforcer MMC
Enemies to allies to lovers
Obsessed, possessive MMC
Age gap (7 years)
Non-Con / Dub-Con
Mention of animal abuse
She's been chasing a trafficking ring. However she may or may not have gotten the attention of Matteo.
If you're looking for a strong ray of sunshine FMC. Look no further. Our MMC is just as strong without the sunshine. Two bullheaded loners who don't know how to let go and I loved every second of this book! Matteo is everything you could wish for and more.
Elena did such an amazing job writing him! Make sure you read Your Monster first! The Boston Blood series is one you don't want to miss out on!
Found family
Secret identity
Sunshine hacker FMC × Grumpy enforcer MMC
Enemies to allies to lovers
Obsessed, possessive MMC
Age gap (7 years)
Non-Con / Dub-Con
Mention of animal abuse
Review of advance copy received from Author
This is a review of an ARC from the author.
This book follows Erin and Matteo. Erin is a part-time vet tech by day and a hacker by night who is working to uncover a human trafficking ring following the abduction of her friend Lily. Matteo is an enforcer for the Boston Mafia and a skilled hacker attempting to uncover the same human trafficking ring.
Matteo and Erin had a night to remember following the wedding of their friends Lily and Damiano. But, Matteo practically ignores Erin when she returns to Boston to assist with running the vet clinic Lily directs.
Erin and Matteo's relationship was complicated with Erin believing she was alone and that her feelings weren't reciprocated. Matteo was very broody and became possessive as the book went on.
I typically have a love hate relationship with dark romance. However, I really enjoyed this book. Every scene was handled with care. I am looking forward to the next installment in the series!
This book follows Erin and Matteo. Erin is a part-time vet tech by day and a hacker by night who is working to uncover a human trafficking ring following the abduction of her friend Lily. Matteo is an enforcer for the Boston Mafia and a skilled hacker attempting to uncover the same human trafficking ring.
Matteo and Erin had a night to remember following the wedding of their friends Lily and Damiano. But, Matteo practically ignores Erin when she returns to Boston to assist with running the vet clinic Lily directs.
Erin and Matteo's relationship was complicated with Erin believing she was alone and that her feelings weren't reciprocated. Matteo was very broody and became possessive as the book went on.
I typically have a love hate relationship with dark romance. However, I really enjoyed this book. Every scene was handled with care. I am looking forward to the next installment in the series!
May 17, 2026
I don't even know where to begin. The dynamic between the characters is absolute perfection. My heart hurt for Erin throughout the story since she believed she had no one in her corner for her to rely on. Matteo the cold, possessive mafia enforcer who tried to stay away and couldn't. Matteo is definitely the perfect guy for Erin. This book definitely had me kicking, screaming and giggling. I love that throughout the book you get to see the relationships with the other couples in the series and glimpses of the future. I can't wait to read more by Elena Woods she has quickly become one of my favorite authors.
Review of advance copy received from Author
I was so happy to get an ARC of this! After reading My Monster, I needed Erin and Matteo's story. Erin is such a badass, being a secret hacker dismantling human trafficking rings, she's got spunk and fire and fiestiness. Matteo is the mafia enforcer, not looking for complications or distractions from his job, he is completely and utterly obessed with Erin, in more ways than just one. There is a slow burn, cat and mouse aspect to this which was super fun to read, plus forced proximity and a sex club. Another great mafia book, with fun characters, drama, spice and found family.
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May 19, 2026I absolutely loved the first book of this series. Ever since I was excited to see what happened with Erin and Matteo. A little ways into the book Matteo is described sitting at his desk and wear black rimmed glasses. I lost it I was a puddle from that point on. The banter and angst was perfect. The want, need and obsession. Definitely a 5 star read! If you havent started this series run right now to it. Can't wait to see what comes next!!!
Review of advance copy received from Author
I received this book as an advanced reader copy from the author
After reading Your Monster, I was expecting fire 🔥 and I got it!
Yet again Elena Woods captures the darkness and then lets in some light.
This book is spicy, fast-paced, with unexpected plot twists and intrigue. MMC Matteo, so dark, so morally grey, so ... lovable.
I'm so looking forward to Chiara's story next.
After reading Your Monster, I was expecting fire 🔥 and I got it!
Yet again Elena Woods captures the darkness and then lets in some light.
This book is spicy, fast-paced, with unexpected plot twists and intrigue. MMC Matteo, so dark, so morally grey, so ... lovable.
I'm so looking forward to Chiara's story next.
Review of advance copy
Lots of push and pull in this book. Less mafia drama, kind of just acknowledging it’s there but it’s not a major trope in the story. Great characters, some very steamy scenes and some humor made it a fun read.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Elena Woods has an amazing writing style that flows and flows. Erin and Matteo Story is one of danger, one night of sparks, and lots of guessing.
Sometimes the most explosive, high risk offers , are the ones that are JUST FOR YOU.!
Who doesnt love a thriller bad boy mafia story !
Sometimes the most explosive, high risk offers , are the ones that are JUST FOR YOU.!
Who doesnt love a thriller bad boy mafia story !
May 14, 2026
Wow! Amazing book! You got to read it. I went through every emotion and the book had a choke hold on me read it in a day. There is so much excitement, passion, heat, fear, everything you want all wrapped up nicely for you in this book. Can’t wait for more.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Great bsook, very dark romance, read trigger warnings, strong fmc, dark dangerous mmc, touch her you die trope, billionaire mafia romance. Loved Teo he was sooooo good longing angst stalker obsession all rolled in to a cinnamon mmc
Review of advance copy received from Author
You know a book is good when you read it in a day! I’m so incredibly sad it’s over, Matteo and Erin were EVERYTHING!!!
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