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Claimed in Sin
My life was sold long before I was old enough to object.
A strategic marriage. A powerful alliance. A future I never chose.
All I have to do is marry the man my father picked.
Smile. Obey. Forget every foolish dream I've ever had.
Then I meet him.
The wrong man. The enemy.
The tattooed sinner watching me from across a crowded room.
Stepan Kuzin is danger wrapped in a wicked smile.
One look becomes a conversation. One conversation becomes a secret.
And suddenly, I'm risking everything for a man I should fear.
Because Stepan doesn't look at me like a bargaining chip.
He looks at me like I've already been claimed.
Claimed in sin. Claimed by the enemy.
Now I'm trapped between two powerful men.
One who plans to own me.
And one who might burn the world to keep me.
The deeper I fall, the deadlier the game becomes.
Lies unravel. Enemies close in. Every stolen moment pushes us closer to disaster.
I know I should walk away.
I know loving him could get me killed.
But some temptations are impossible to resist.
And some mistakes change everything.
Because in the mafia world, betrayal is paid for in blood.
And I've committed the ultimate sin.
I fell for the wrong man.
And now I'm carrying his baby.
Author's A steamy mafia romance featuring a possessive antihero, forbidden love, age gap romance, arranged marriage, secret pregnancy, family betrayal, touch-her-and-die obsession, and a fiercely protective hero who will burn down empires for the woman he loves. No Cliffhanger. Guaranteed HEA.
A strategic marriage. A powerful alliance. A future I never chose.
All I have to do is marry the man my father picked.
Smile. Obey. Forget every foolish dream I've ever had.
Then I meet him.
The wrong man. The enemy.
The tattooed sinner watching me from across a crowded room.
Stepan Kuzin is danger wrapped in a wicked smile.
One look becomes a conversation. One conversation becomes a secret.
And suddenly, I'm risking everything for a man I should fear.
Because Stepan doesn't look at me like a bargaining chip.
He looks at me like I've already been claimed.
Claimed in sin. Claimed by the enemy.
Now I'm trapped between two powerful men.
One who plans to own me.
And one who might burn the world to keep me.
The deeper I fall, the deadlier the game becomes.
Lies unravel. Enemies close in. Every stolen moment pushes us closer to disaster.
I know I should walk away.
I know loving him could get me killed.
But some temptations are impossible to resist.
And some mistakes change everything.
Because in the mafia world, betrayal is paid for in blood.
And I've committed the ultimate sin.
I fell for the wrong man.
And now I'm carrying his baby.
Author's A steamy mafia romance featuring a possessive antihero, forbidden love, age gap romance, arranged marriage, secret pregnancy, family betrayal, touch-her-and-die obsession, and a fiercely protective hero who will burn down empires for the woman he loves. No Cliffhanger. Guaranteed HEA.
271 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 11, 2026
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July 12, 2026
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Hook, line & sinker. To avoid a war, temptation is presented and all good plans take a downfall. Trades, illegal but usual in the underworld. With a new adversary entering the folds. Only time will decide who wins.
Question though, why is it that females are always collateral? Makeshift for good reading though.
This was a scorcher in the sex department. Let’s be honest, Stepan & Marina went all out. In crime families it usually comes down to territory. Here it was no different. What changed is how Marina was used for commodity and an alliance. What she wanted was Love.
Hot, fun and enjoyable.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Hook, line & sinker. To avoid a war, temptation is presented and all good plans take a downfall. Trades, illegal but usual in the underworld. With a new adversary entering the folds. Only time will decide who wins.
Question though, why is it that females are always collateral? Makeshift for good reading though.
This was a scorcher in the sex department. Let’s be honest, Stepan & Marina went all out. In crime families it usually comes down to territory. Here it was no different. What changed is how Marina was used for commodity and an alliance. What she wanted was Love.
Hot, fun and enjoyable.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
July 11, 2026
This is the 3rd story in the Empire of Blood & Heirs Series where we find Marina going along with the arranged marriage her father made years ago for an alliance. There will be no love or happiness so one night across the room her eyes make contact with a dark and dangerous man, Stephan. Marina knows he’s the enemy but the intrigue towards him becomes a secret that leads them to sin and danger. Stephan knows getting involved with Marina was to break up the alliance that would hurt his family but as time goes on he develops a need to protect and make Marina his! I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Review of advance copy received from Author
If you want a story that will capture your attention from the start then the arranged marriage between Marina and Maksim is the way to go.
She's known all her life that she would be sold like cattle to gain power but she doesn't have to like it and that's where Stepan comes into the equation because if these two ever marry then they would go after his family, also mafia.
Could he split them up by seducing her therefore ruining her for Maksim, sounds good but putting it all together will not be easy.
She's known all her life that she would be sold like cattle to gain power but she doesn't have to like it and that's where Stepan comes into the equation because if these two ever marry then they would go after his family, also mafia.
Could he split them up by seducing her therefore ruining her for Maksim, sounds good but putting it all together will not be easy.
Review of advance copy received from Author
For Stepan pursuing Marina was strategy for the bratva until feelings crossed over. Marina was promised to another since she was a small child, and she attended to comply with her father's wishes until she came across Stepan. Love is what she wanted and that is what She got with Stepan but also danger because to be with him meant she had to go against the family. Will her path with Stepan lead her to the happiness she wants. This action-packed story kept me glued to the pages.
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.
July 11, 2026
Marina was raised to be nothing more than a pawn. An arranged marriage that she had no say in, and she was fine with that. Her marriage to Maksim would bring an alliance between two mafia families. But Stephan, their enemy, was going to try and intervene. He set good sights on her so he could bring down her family. Stop the alliance. She fell for him, but he fell for her too. This was so intense and chaotic. I loved seeing the way Stephan put a wedge in things so he could claim victory but ended up falling in love with her. This was an amazing story.
July 12, 2026
'Because in the mafia world, betrayal is paid for in blood.
And I've committed the ultimate sin.
I fell for the wrong man.
And now I'm carrying his baby.'
The characters were very complex and complicated and absolutely perfect together. Plot was intriguing and intense and well paced. World building was excellent and impressive. Thoroughly enjoyed and highly recommend!
Grab a copy, kick back and enjoy the read!.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
And I've committed the ultimate sin.
I fell for the wrong man.
And now I'm carrying his baby.'
The characters were very complex and complicated and absolutely perfect together. Plot was intriguing and intense and well paced. World building was excellent and impressive. Thoroughly enjoyed and highly recommend!
Grab a copy, kick back and enjoy the read!.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
August 16, 2026
Stepan and Marina's Story
The third book in the series rebounds from the awful second book. Stepan Kuzin initially sees Marina Belova as a job but then both fall completely in love with each other.
Marina is a very young twenty three year old woman, probably due to her sheltered life. She is treated like a possession by her father.
Stepan Kuzin was not very likable in prior books in the series but he shines in this one. Every woman would love a man like Stephan in her life.
This is an entertaining book.
The third book in the series rebounds from the awful second book. Stepan Kuzin initially sees Marina Belova as a job but then both fall completely in love with each other.
Marina is a very young twenty three year old woman, probably due to her sheltered life. She is treated like a possession by her father.
Stepan Kuzin was not very likable in prior books in the series but he shines in this one. Every woman would love a man like Stephan in her life.
This is an entertaining book.
July 19, 2026
Juicy drama and raw emotions are combined into a seductive and totally delicious mix that I simply couldn't gobble up fast enough. Marina and Stepan's romance was completely breathtaking. Holding tight to your attention with a fierce grip, while passionately wringing every and all feelings from your heart.
July 28, 2026
Alliance vs. Love
Marina is betrothed to secure a family alliance when Stepan shows up. The instant attraction towards each other sets off a chain of events that lead to suspense and danger for these characters. It was definitely a heart pounding read!.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Marina is betrothed to secure a family alliance when Stepan shows up. The instant attraction towards each other sets off a chain of events that lead to suspense and danger for these characters. It was definitely a heart pounding read!.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
August 12, 2026
Stepan Kuzin falls hard and fast for the forbidden fruit, Marina. She's arranged to wed another but Stepan has other ideas. A steamy bratva read with family, age gap, claiming/mine!, secrets, enemies, burn the world energy, and plenty of steamy moments too. Loving this series.
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
Marina knew she was a pawn for her family and desitned to marry for an alliance only she falls for the dark gaze of another, Stephan the enemy. He was sent to break the alliance, and he succeeds only he falls for Marina! Well written engaging steamy desires drama action and more
July 11, 2026
Man, oh man I am enjoying this series. I was sucked completely in from the beginning and spat out in the end! This one is about Marina and Stephan. Talk about drama and spice! Loved, loved, loved it.
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.
July 14, 2026
Claimed in Sin ( Part of: Empire of Blood & Heirs 4 books By: Leona White). Stepan Kuzin since the moment he met Marina Belova , he knew it was not an easy task. Marina sees Stepan as a fling before a forced marriage. It is a story I enjoyed so much. Beautifully written by Leona White.
July 28, 2026
fast read eventful
Fast read, full of action non stop drama
Steamy but in a tasteful way.
Good quick read.
Very enjoyable .
Fast read, full of action non stop drama
Steamy but in a tasteful way.
Good quick read.
Very enjoyable .
Review of advance copy received from Author
Mirana is the only child of Sergei Belova; he’s arranged her marriage since childhood. She’s not in love with him, but she’s determined to be loyal to her father. Still, she wants love, and meets Stepan, and then begins a relationship with him.
Stepan’s pursuit of Mirana was at first for the Bratva; they don’t want the union of the two families to go forward. But of course, Stepan starts to fall for Mirana.
We get to see characters of the first two books, and this does end with a happy ending. Good story overall.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Stepan’s pursuit of Mirana was at first for the Bratva; they don’t want the union of the two families to go forward. But of course, Stepan starts to fall for Mirana.
We get to see characters of the first two books, and this does end with a happy ending. Good story overall.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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