Possessive Mafia Bodyguard

by Vivy Skys

He had my throat in one hand and every reason to snap my neck.
He kissed me instead.

The Bratva pulled me out of a shipping container when I was eight years old. They fed me, they kept me, and then they spent years sharpening me into a weapon.

I don't get to want things. I get to follow orders and keep my twin sister breathing.

Then my sister vanished off the Chicago docks, and the only person who believes me when I say she's still alive works for the Irish mob.

Finn Twomey.

The Irish Mafia King's bodyguard. Black hair, green eyes, big enough to fold a man in half without changing his expression.

I put a knife to his throat the second time we met.

He smiled at me like I'd handed him a ring.

Every family I owe my life to says he's the enemy.

Finn doesn't seem to care.

He says he'll help me find my sister, and he never once asks what that will cost him.

My Pakhan took my weapons and put me in a cage he calls a home. But women are still disappearing through the same docks where I was sold.

The family that saved me made me a weapon.

Finn is the first person who ever looked at me and saw something else.

Not an enforcer.

Not a weapon.

Me.

Falling for him could start a war.

Maybe it already has.

And when two pink lines appear at the worst possible moment, the war between our families stops being about territory, power, or revenge.

Because now there is something both sides will kill to protect.

And kill to possess.

Me.

And the child growing inside me.

Possessive Mafia Bodyguard is a dark, steamy standalone Bratva and Irish mafia romance featuring enemies to lovers, forced proximity, touch her and die, a possessive protective bodyguard who falls first, secret pregnancy, and a guaranteed HEA.

Genres: Dark

372 pages, Kindle Edition

Published September 15, 2026

Reviews

[Sue · Rating 5 out of 5]

A captivating read, wonderful characters that have come together in various circumstances, wonderful read
Twin girls Ivana and Tamara had been shipped from the children’s orphanage outside Kazistan illegally in a trailer that had been to only god knows where with hardly any water and no food adults and children had been found dead in the container by Leonid Ivanov. He had taken the twin girls home to his mother and they had been barely eight, terribly malnourished but extremely proud and determined to serve his family.
They had been trained as Enforcers and both of them would had given their life if it meant that Leonid would be kept safe, he is now the Pakhaan and has a great deal of people relying on him but there are a also enemies that would like to see him and his family so that they might take over his territory.
Leonid is still single and is constantly being badgered by hi father to marry and produce an heir, the marriage to another family perhaps Russian or another Bratva family would bring strength and increased wealth and some certainty to them both. He is very determined and knows his own mind and so is determined that he will pick his own bride and this is causing a certain amount of animosity between him and his father.
Now Ivana has been injured in a shooting and this has left her far from recovered and as the eldest and stronger of the twins Tamara has felt this because she has always relied on the seniority and leadership of her twin. Now that she seems to have disappeared and no one has any idea what has happened which simply is not the norm, she can only imagine the worse and believes that possibly she has been taken by someone.
Tamara on an assignment at the docks was surprised when she came face to face with a larger-than-life Irish giant that she had battled with and yet she cannot help but feel attracted to him even though she knows nothing about him not even his name.
I guarantee that readers will be simply captivated by this book and I know that readers will be as totally immersed within this book as I have been simply blown away by this book and know that I am looking forward to future books by this author especially on this series.
I thoroughly enjoyed the book and look forward to reading any future publications; keep up all the wonderful writing.

[Natasha · Rating 4 out of 5]

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶️🌶️

Possessive Mafia Bodyguard by Vivy Skys was a really enjoyable mafia romance with plenty of danger, trauma, and chemistry.

Tamara has been through A LOT, and you can really see how her past has shaped the way she views herself and the people around her. She struggles to believe she can be anything other than the weapon she was trained to become, so I really appreciated Finn’s patience with her. He never tried to force her to be someone she wasn't and gave her the space to work through her own fears.

Finn definitely falls hard and fast, which felt a little like insta-love to me, but I still enjoyed watching his feelings for Tamara develop. He was protective and possessive without completely steamrolling her, and I loved that he saw Tamara, rather than the enforcer everyone else expected her to be.

Their chemistry was good, and there was plenty of steam without the spice taking over the actual story. I also enjoyed the mystery surrounding Tamara’s sister and the tension between the Bratva and Irish mafia.

One character I’m especially hoping gets her own happy ending is Ivana. After everything she’s been through, I’m definitely invested in seeing where her story goes next.

Overall, this was a solid mafia romance with a wounded FMC, a patient and protective MMC, plenty of tension, and a storyline that kept me turning the pages.

Tropes:
🔪 Bratva x Irish Mafia
🖤 Possessive/protective MMC
🔥 Enemies to lovers
⛓️ Forced proximity
🛡️ Mafia bodyguard
💔 Traumatized FMC
👶 Secret pregnancy
🩸 Touch her and die
❤️ He falls first
✨ HEA.

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[Dorrita Winch · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is “Possessive Mafia Bodyguard” by Vivy Skys. Part of; Ruthless Mafia Kings (11 Books).
It is a insta love, standalone read, virgin heroine vs experience hero, spicy, evil orphanage, human trafficking, kidnappings, bad *** heroine, drama, threats from Boris Petrov, surprise pregnancy, adventure filled, drama, murder, Bratva/ Mafia romance, and found family with a happy ending.
WOW! WOW! WOW!
I LOVED this book!
Having devoured it as fast as I could. It literally had everything that I love in a book. And one that I add to my personal library.
The story behind Tamara our MFC and her twin sister Ivana is heartbreaking.
The Ivanovs (prior books) involment in saving them was so sweet and lasting. Leaving both girls somewhat emotionally damaged. But becoming Enforcers for Pelham Leonid Ivanov was fulfilling for them.
Finn Twomey our MMC, is huge muscular man. A handsome green eyed Irish enforcer to Aiden Kavanagh. Who is mob boss to the biggest Irish mob in Chicago.
These two Enforcers meet while on a survalence for each of their bosses. Instant feelings for each that they have never experienced before. What follows is AMAZINGLY EXCITING!
I fell into the story and didn’t come up till I was finished.
The story line tells an amazing story. And all the characters are fleshed out with amazing personalities.
A definite 5+⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.

I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Donna L · Rating 5 out of 5]

🖤 Hauntingly Emotional. 💣 Mafia Romance 🔥

Ever since I read “Savage Bratva King” (Leonid & Gianna’s book) I have been captivated by the kick-ass Russian twins: Tamara and Ivana. They are enforcers for the Ivanov bratva. I am so excited that Vivy Skys has written a book about Tamara and her giant Irish Mafia bodyguard, Finn. If you’ve read Vivy’s other books, then you know she’s a master at creating characters you can’t help but fall in love with and this book is no exception.

The story is captivating and haunting at the same time. The author balances scorching chemistry with deep emotional wounds, giving us a romance that is both intense and unforgettable. The action-packed plot, with lots of twists and turns, keeps the readers turning pages.

🔥 Angsty, addictive romance with Lots of Spicy Scenes
😱 FMC Bratva Enforcer/Age Gap/ Virgin
🍀Irish Mob Enforcer MMC Falls First/ Touch Her and Die Vibe

Prepare yourself for extreme tension, morally gray dynamics, and explicit scenes that carry through to the very last page. Sharp writing, addictive banter, and electric chemistry will keep you addicted until the very end. I’m impatiently waiting for Ivana’s book. I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Catherine Budd · Rating 5 out of 5]

Tamara and Ivana were pulled by Leonid Ivanov from a shipping container after being sold to the Petrov's from an orphanage in Russia. He brought the eight-year-old twins back to his home and nurtured them as though they were his sisters. In turn they turned into enforcers for him as the Pakhan.
Tamara encounters Finn an enforcer for the Kavanagh's while surveilling the harbor, looking for evidence of women being smuggled.
This starts a back-and-forth relationship between Finn and Tamara. I loved the feisty attitude of Tamara who is independent and self-sufficient. Finn for his part is a caring man despite his criminal background. Her twin has gone missing which puts Tamara on the hunt for her. Finn is invested in finding Ivana as well. They finally give into their attraction, but on Tamara's terms.
The plot of this story is very complex with multiple subplots running throughout.
There is a great surprise ending with an HEA ending.
You won't want to put your Kindle down!.

I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Maria · Rating 5 out of 5]

Arc review

This is the next instalment in the Bratva read. Personally, I’d read the first read.

This may trigger some readers, sadly we are dealing with human trafficking.
Teins Ivana & Tamara were saved by Ivanov Bratva and became enforcers, a loyalty to the family only now things have changed.
A misleading of a patrol night, new interactions, questionable characters and always “trust’”.
What 2 opposing clans despise will also bind them. A trap becomes tighter, who will Tamara lean onto‘? Who will have her back? Whose trust will she fall upon too‘?

Finn’s, her Irish saviour will do anything for her, even standing in her shadow.

The read is almost a reality check. You will smirk and be saddened. Finn’s & Tamara’s journey will take you on a sadden journey, it’s what lies at the end of the road that will change everything.
Personally I don’t think we have read the last of them. Twin & friend may be having their own story to tell.

Let Vivy take you on an underworld tour.

I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Cathy Moir-Allen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Part of "Ruthless Mafia Kings". Tamara and her twin sister Ivana were raised in a starkly cruel Russian orphanage until the day the men in black suits came and bought them. They tried to escape but the men overpowered the two eight year old's and put them in a shipping container stuffed full of other victims of the Red Trade. When the containers was accidently confiscated on the Chicago docks, Tamara and Ivana were the only survivors. They are taken into the home of Leonid Ivanov, the Pakhan whose men had found them. Seventeen years later, the sisters have found their niche as Leonid's enforcers. Then Ivana disappears and Tamara meets an Irish bodyguard, Finn Twomey, who despite being her "enemy" becomes the only one she can count on and the only ray of sunshine in her life. A really good book !!!

[Diana · Rating 5 out of 5]

The story continues.... I love this family and was happy to see Tamara get her chance. When her twin sister Ivana sends her off to handle Leonid's orders, Tamara is worried that her sister is feeling down about herself. While she is at the docks getting information, she runs into the Irish mafia... more specifically Finn. He is completely gone for her at first sight. For the first time ever she can't stop thinking about him either. When her sister turns up missing, Finn is the only one who seems eager to help her find her. But he is from a rival family and the problems are extreme... where will all this lead and where is Ivana? Such a good read!! steamy and sweet with plenty of danger and action

[Erika Reed · Rating 5 out of 5]

Get ready to fall in love with Finn and Tamara!
He's a green-eyed enforcer for the Irish Mafia with swoon worthy dimpled cheeks. On the other side of town, Tamara is a deadly and feared enforcer for the Russian Bratva. When the meet while on a job, it's guns, knives, and intense heat! Finn is completely smitten with Tamara, but Tamara's past has taught her not to trust men outside her family. Finn missed the memo and refuses to be pushed away....even though their bosses wouldn't be happy about the chemistry between them.

This is an amazing read and you'll love all the moving parts. The story is phenomenal and the characters are great!.

I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Korkoi · Rating 5 out of 5]

An Unbreakable Instant Connection -
This well-written, enemies to lovers, dark Bratva/Mafia romance story that dealt with an emotionally challenging situation, dangerous twists and violence, balancing it out with lots of passionate encounters and fun-filled moments, that was so enthralling I found myself glued to the pages all the way through to the end. This captivating story begun with dramatic moments and soon took me on one heck of a rollercoaster ride, where Finn and Tamara navigated their feelings and the obstacles in their path toward finding their happily ever after. I highly recommend this book.

I received a free review copy of this book via Booksprout and I am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Mrs G · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really enjoyed the story of Tamara and Ivana from the first page the writing grabs you and doesn’t let you go. Tamara is scoping a job out for Leonid her boss and meets Finn who is there also on orders from his boss Aidan. Both have been led to believe each other’s organisation is dealing in human trafficking. Ivana has gone missing and Tamara will not stop searching until she finds her and she thinks the Russians have the answers. The story keeps you engaged from beginning to end. I loved Finn he was so patient with Tamara and never stepped on her toe's in her search to find Ivana just let Tamara lead and was there when she needed him.

I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Freedom91724 · Rating 5 out of 5]

Vivy knew what she was doing when she wrote this book. Finn and Tamara find love in the most unexpected way. After being so independent for so many years. Tamara struggles with giving up power to another person. Finn slowly shows her that she can be stronger by allowing others in. From the very first moment, you can feel the intensity between them. Of course they have many challenges to overcome before finally getting their HEA.
Great job of providing such a great story and adding more clarity with the added details between the orphanage to present day!
Cannot wait for the next book in this series. Seriously thinking Ivana and Conner may be next.

Can be read standalone but please start with the first one.

[Merry Jelks-Emmanuel · Rating 5 out of 5]

They were sold from the orphanage and taken to a trafficking ring where they were the only ones that survived. When the Pakhan takes them home he trains them to become his enforcers, but when Tamara's sister goes missing, she starts her search because the ring that took them years ago is still around. There is only one man that believes her and but working closely with Finn who is supposed to be the enemy is a blessing in disguise because the closer she is to him the stronger the feelings become and when two pink lines show up will it upset the families. I was all into this story and loved Finn and Tamara.

I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Tesh · Rating 5 out of 5]

Awesome book. Fast paced work so much tension and a slight mystery.

When Tamara's sister disappears, the only person listening to her is Irish Mafia Enforcer Finn, her enemy.

The combination of enemies to lovers was so well done. An original way and great writing that pulled me in. Tamara and Finn

They had a connection immediately that only grew as the danger nears. I loved the way Finn was all the required brutal persona but soft for her.

Amazing writing and characters that I loved. Highly recommended!.

I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Laura vega · Rating 5 out of 5]

Vivy Skys writes a compelling story of two enforcers from enemy families that find love between each other, regardless of the impeding war. Tamara is a survivor, but it's her twin that needs rescuing. Finn is the Irish enforces, who takes one look at Tamara and understands the rest of his life is with Tamara.
Tamara never knew love but knows Finn is where she needs to be. Together they bring together two powerful families to bring down a human trafficking ring.
This story is fast paced, quirky, and fun. I recommend five stars!.

I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Debbie Brown · Rating 5 out of 5]

A fast-paced story as Tamara and her twin sister Ivana is heartbreakingly saved from being shipped out in a cargo container. Both girls definitely have PTSD. The girls are strong developing into a weapon for them. Tamara our MFC and her twin sister Ivana is heartbreaking. Finn Twomey giant Irish Mafia bodyguard who wants Tamara, but everyone and everything is standing in their way. A captivating story filled with dark mafia drama, sizzling passion with enough twists and turns to keep you up reading all night to finish the story. I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Pamela · Rating 4 out of 5]

Tamara and her sister Ivana are twins and enforcers for the Bratva. They were found at eight years old by the Pakhan and raised as his sisters. Ivana has gone missing and Tamara is looking for her. She meets Finn at the docks while looking for her sister. The two are on opposite sides with Finn being the Irish Mafia king's bodyguard and Tamara in the Russian Bratva. They have undeniable chemistry that will end up changing both their lives. Finn is the only person to ever see Tamara as herself and not a weapon. Two pink lines from a pregnancy test will change everything.

I received a copy of this book via Booksprout.

[Nancy Nardone · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book has every aspect of a well-told tale. The characters ring true; there are no unbelievable personality traits. It is especially noticeable with the fact that the reader sees real reactions and dialogue. These characters are people the common person can understand. This is one of the best love stories mostly due to Finn who is romantic and loving but not in an over the top way. This may be because the reader isn’t bombarded with the wealth and excess that appears in so many stories. Loved, loved, loved this book.

[barbie hartman · Rating 5 out of 5]

"Listen to your heart."
Finn is an enforcer for the Irish mafia, Tamara an enforcer for the Russian Bratva. They are both dangerous, strong, beautiful, protective and sexy; and every time they're together passion ignites then blazes hot! Their world is colliding with violence, shifting alliances and retribution. But there's also the intensity of family, friendship, sweet moments, humor, miracles and love. This is a compelling, addictive story and a must read! I received this ARC from the very talented author, Vivy Sky's. I would definitely give this book more than 5 stars if I could!

[Din67176 · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book will live in my heart rent free!! Tamara is looking for her missing twin sister and will stop at nothing to find her but fate decides to throw a love wrench in her already chaotic search!! And that love wrench has a name, Finn, and boy oh boy is he the finest wrench in the tool box!!! There’s action, banter, heart stopping moments and of course some spice, you won’t be disappointed!! Vivy Skys, you just locked in another fan!!.

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[Jenni · Rating 5 out of 5]

Tamara and her twin Ivana were saved by Leonid from neing trafficked in a storage contain at the age of 8, and brought up like his sisters and turned in enforcers. When Ivana goes missing Tamara is on the war path but so is Irish enforcer Finn, as these two war with one another can they work together and ignite something more whilst hunting for Ivana? Well written engaging steamy desires drama action and more

[Donna Nalbandian Woerner Homschek · Rating 5 out of 5]

An angsty well written page turner with wonderful characters. Tamara and Ivana have a heartbreaking start to their young lives believing all men are evil. Finn the MMC who absolutely falls for Tamara at first sight and will protect her with his last breath. Vivy Skys always writes her characters to come alive on the pages and this story is no different. Make sure to read the Bonus Episode!.

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[Linda Fairburn · Rating 5 out of 5]

Savage King gave us Leonid and Gianna and thus carries in with twin eight year olds he rescued from traffickers, Tamara and Ivana.
Years later they are trained enforcers for Leonid and trying to stop the traffickers, its a compelling read that's for sure.
Reading this you will find these two sisters would give there lives for each other if it was ever required and that's where this amazing story takes you.
This I found was one of the best stories I have read.

[Kim H · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a possessive mafia bodyguard is a dark, steamy standalone Bratva and Irish mafia romance featuring enemies to lovers, forced proximity, touch her and die, a possessive protective bodyguard who falls first, secret pregnancy, and a guaranteed HEA. I love the writing style of this author and her characters are always for strong, interesting, and full of depth. Dive into this delicious read!!!.

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[Loreli Jessee · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book will instantly pull you in and not let you go. Tamara is full of so much courage and determination. I loved how protective and single minded Finn is, you’ll want everything to go his way. I loved all the unexpected twists, surprises, gripping scenes, riveting moments and so much more that won’t let you forget this book anytime soon.

I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Danee · Rating 5 out of 5]

Review of an advance copy received from the author.



A great story by the author with characters who draw you into their lives from the very beginning. Their story read smoothly and had you with both tears and laughter.


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[Nicky · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a story about Tamara and Ivana twins who were taken at eight years old and put on a ship to the States. Leonid rescues them both and raises them in his home and trains them to be enforcers. This is their journey. This was well written, the characters well developed and keeps your interest right go the end!

[Amy Hutchins · Rating 5 out of 5]

I'm always so drawn in right from the very beginning and hooked till the end by anything that Vivy Skys, and this was no different. I had to know what was going to happen next with all the twists and turns. Tamara and Finn are so great and I loved reading every moment of their journey.

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[Margarida · Rating 5 out of 5]

As always,Vivy Skys writes a great story, a great plot, and intense relationship that moves along beautifully - with a touch of smut for those that like a bit of spice in their story. Tamara and Finn story is full of angst and emotional trauma from both sides; if you like your stories filled with morally grey characters and spice this is the story for you.
The other supporting characters are engaging and leave you wanting more, can’t wait to read their stories.

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[Janet Fishman · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this story. Finn and Tamara were a great couple. Their chemistry was off the charts. The twists in this book were amazing.

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