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The Pakhan’s Unwanted Bride
I didn't choose him.
My father did.
A signature. A bloodline. A bride handed over like a debt paid in full.
They call him Pakhan.
I call him the end of my old life.
Broad shoulders. Gray temples. A silence that owns every room he enters.
The Bratva obeys him.
His enemies fear him.
No one dares tell him "no."
Until me.
I should have walked away.
Instead...
I challenged the only man powerful enough to ruin me.
I hated him.
Then I kissed him.
Now I'm wearing his ring.
He says it's duty.
I know better.
Because the moment he claimed me...
...he dared the world to touch what was his.
I should be terrified.
Instead...
I'm falling.
For the man beneath the monster.
For the protector beneath the Pakhan.
For the husband I never chose.
But falling in love was never the greatest danger.
The real danger was already closing in.
And the Pakhan who never wanted a wife...
...will kill anyone who threatens his unwanted bride.
Especially now that I'm carrying his child.
Author’s A standalone Bratva romance featuring a ruthless Pakhan, arranged marriage, age-gap romance, reluctant bride, secret pregnancy, a fiercely protective hero, family secrets, deadly enemies, suspense, and an unforgettable love story.
No cheating. No cliffhanger. Guaranteed HEA.
My father did.
A signature. A bloodline. A bride handed over like a debt paid in full.
They call him Pakhan.
I call him the end of my old life.
Broad shoulders. Gray temples. A silence that owns every room he enters.
The Bratva obeys him.
His enemies fear him.
No one dares tell him "no."
Until me.
I should have walked away.
Instead...
I challenged the only man powerful enough to ruin me.
I hated him.
Then I kissed him.
Now I'm wearing his ring.
He says it's duty.
I know better.
Because the moment he claimed me...
...he dared the world to touch what was his.
I should be terrified.
Instead...
I'm falling.
For the man beneath the monster.
For the protector beneath the Pakhan.
For the husband I never chose.
But falling in love was never the greatest danger.
The real danger was already closing in.
And the Pakhan who never wanted a wife...
...will kill anyone who threatens his unwanted bride.
Especially now that I'm carrying his child.
Author’s A standalone Bratva romance featuring a ruthless Pakhan, arranged marriage, age-gap romance, reluctant bride, secret pregnancy, a fiercely protective hero, family secrets, deadly enemies, suspense, and an unforgettable love story.
No cheating. No cliffhanger. Guaranteed HEA.
454 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 10, 2026
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Review of advance copy received from Author
This is an interesting book. Samuil never thought he would have a wife because he didn't want it that is until a debt is paid with a woman Ana. She wasn't too happy about her situation either, but their union became more than either expected. As their relationship began to turn into one leading to a happy ending his enemies get involved. will Ana find her happiness in the end with Samuil.
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I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Review of advance copy received from Author
A simply riveting read, great characters and plot that is beautifully written
Samuil had never wanted a wife it was a commitment and responsibility he was not ready for and had not contemplated seriously. However, when he was then in a situation where he was actually given Ana in exchange for a debt, he finds himself feeling drawn to her.
Ana knows that in her world the value of women is very little and her example only proves this when she finds her entire life being unrooted as she is simply passed on to Samuil in repayment for a debt that she had no knowledge of and when the decision was being considered had not even been advised what was going to happen.
From the moment that they first met she had thought that she would be terrified of the man that had become her husband, yet with her he has shown a very different side of himself and she feels seen and cared for by her husband that opens himself up to her.
Then when it comes to a head and threats are openly being made towards Ana by his enemies and they are threatening that they will come and take her from him he makes sure that they all know that it will be a threat that would have to come directly through him first and he will kill any one that even looks at Ana wrong.
I thoroughly enjoyed the book and look forward to reading any future publications; keep up all the wonderful writing.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Samuil had never wanted a wife it was a commitment and responsibility he was not ready for and had not contemplated seriously. However, when he was then in a situation where he was actually given Ana in exchange for a debt, he finds himself feeling drawn to her.
Ana knows that in her world the value of women is very little and her example only proves this when she finds her entire life being unrooted as she is simply passed on to Samuil in repayment for a debt that she had no knowledge of and when the decision was being considered had not even been advised what was going to happen.
From the moment that they first met she had thought that she would be terrified of the man that had become her husband, yet with her he has shown a very different side of himself and she feels seen and cared for by her husband that opens himself up to her.
Then when it comes to a head and threats are openly being made towards Ana by his enemies and they are threatening that they will come and take her from him he makes sure that they all know that it will be a threat that would have to come directly through him first and he will kill any one that even looks at Ana wrong.
I thoroughly enjoyed the book and look forward to reading any future publications; keep up all the wonderful writing.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Review of advance copy
The Pakhan’s Unwanted Bride is part of the Sins of the Bratva series, with this seventh standalone following FMC Bratva Princess Anastasia Rostova who notices Pakhan Samuil Galkin at a gala and when he dismisses her attempts at drawing his attention she decides he has now become a challenge.
When she puts herself in a compromising position with Samuil she doesn’t realize her father pays him a visit shortly thereafter insisting they be married.
Oh woe is me as Ana has just discovered Samuil may have a son and decided to break off her pursuit of him.
With this change in the dynamic things really heat up!
Enjoyed the story and how it played out with drama, angst, family dynamics, passion surprises, emotion, and a Pakhan who never wanted a relationship but slowly built one with the bride he didn’t want.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
When she puts herself in a compromising position with Samuil she doesn’t realize her father pays him a visit shortly thereafter insisting they be married.
Oh woe is me as Ana has just discovered Samuil may have a son and decided to break off her pursuit of him.
With this change in the dynamic things really heat up!
Enjoyed the story and how it played out with drama, angst, family dynamics, passion surprises, emotion, and a Pakhan who never wanted a relationship but slowly built one with the bride he didn’t want.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
October 10, 2026
Author’s Note: A standalone 'Bratva romance featuring a ruthless Pakhan, arranged marriage, age-gap romance, reluctant bride, secret pregnancy, a fiercely protective hero, family secrets, deadly enemies, suspense, and an unforgettable love story.'
The characters were very complex and complicated and absolutely perfect together. Plot was intriguing and intense and well paced. World building was solidly drawn and impressive. Enjoyed immensely 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.
The characters were very complex and complicated and absolutely perfect together. Plot was intriguing and intense and well paced. World building was solidly drawn and impressive. Enjoyed immensely 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.
October 16, 2026
This is good!
Well at first I didn't like the story,I just couldn't get in too it,Princess Ana couldn't over her self at first,she seemed spoiled, only of her self. But she changed after the arranged marriage to the Pahkan Samiul. Maybe it was just arrangement but after awhile it seems that the feelings changed between Ava and Samiul but it also change other members of Ava's family and Samiul's family too.This story was very good after the feelings between the two family's changed.This story was filled with jealousy, death,greed and love! I also shed a few tears too!
Well at first I didn't like the story,I just couldn't get in too it,Princess Ana couldn't over her self at first,she seemed spoiled, only of her self. But she changed after the arranged marriage to the Pahkan Samiul. Maybe it was just arrangement but after awhile it seems that the feelings changed between Ava and Samiul but it also change other members of Ava's family and Samiul's family too.This story was very good after the feelings between the two family's changed.This story was filled with jealousy, death,greed and love! I also shed a few tears too!
October 16, 2026
Samuil and Anastasia's Story
The seventh book in the series is a return to a strong story after two disappointing books.
Pakhan Samuil Galkin, 47, is a stronger controlling leader. He doesn't want a wife or family, satisfied with his adopted son Gregory as his heir.
Princess Anastasia Rostova, 25, is the personification of a spoiled, entitled, immature woman. She pursues Samuil as a challenge and then is angry and childish when her father forces their engagement. She matures as the story unfolds.
The story gets very complicated, with betrayal, murders, and a secret society. The love story is slow but solid. This is a good read.
The seventh book in the series is a return to a strong story after two disappointing books.
Pakhan Samuil Galkin, 47, is a stronger controlling leader. He doesn't want a wife or family, satisfied with his adopted son Gregory as his heir.
Princess Anastasia Rostova, 25, is the personification of a spoiled, entitled, immature woman. She pursues Samuil as a challenge and then is angry and childish when her father forces their engagement. She matures as the story unfolds.
The story gets very complicated, with betrayal, murders, and a secret society. The love story is slow but solid. This is a good read.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Princess Ana Rostovais used adorations by others but was ignored by Pakhan Samuil Galkin she was horrified its never happened before.
He's doesn't want love or children and is happy with his lot, well that's too bad.
She's a persistent woman and she will get her revenge, well that didn't work out too well for either of them when her father forced there marriage.
This story caught my attention from the start, she's a smart, sassy woman with attitude and its his way or no way.
Danger, traitors, kidnappings, a baby and a secret society just to add to this fast paced story and I loved it.
He's doesn't want love or children and is happy with his lot, well that's too bad.
She's a persistent woman and she will get her revenge, well that didn't work out too well for either of them when her father forced there marriage.
This story caught my attention from the start, she's a smart, sassy woman with attitude and its his way or no way.
Danger, traitors, kidnappings, a baby and a secret society just to add to this fast paced story and I loved it.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Part of the "Sins of the Bratva" series. Princess Anastasia Rostova was the last of her royal line. Given everything by her Bratva father, she was unused to being ignored by men. When Pakhan Samuil Galkin looked through her as if she had no substance that night at the gala, her pride was stung and she was determined to make him notice. But the plan backfired and now Ana and Samuil are locked in an engagement that neither wants. But as the wedding approaches, feelings ignite between the two, but outside and closer forces conspire to end the marriage. A good book !!!
October 10, 2026
🔥 Anastasia and Samuil were SO good together! These two start out as enemies, and Anastasia definitely isn’t happy about getting married, especially when her father is the one forcing her into it! 😮 But sometimes the things we fight the hardest turn out to be exactly what we need. ❤️🔥 I loved watching them get past the enemy stage and start developing real feelings for each other. The chemistry and the way their relationship changed made this such a good read! **An arranged marriage, enemies-to-lovers, and love finding a way? YES, PLEASE!** 😍 So dang good!
October 11, 2026
Another great addition to Cooper's Sins of the Bratva series. Can be read as a standalone but I love this series thus far. Our main characters are Bratva Princess Anastasia Rostova and Pakhan Samuil Galkin. Samuil is not looking for love or marriage, but when Ana is given as payment for a debit the draw is undeniable. I love how Ana is drawn to him and pursues him even after his rebuttal. The steamy chemistry is great, and overall storyline is smooth flowing and captivating. A great 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.
October 14, 2026
It started a bit slow but it picked up steam! I thought it was going to be a run of the mill "boy hates girl, never mind boy wants girl" plotline. It wasn't. Then I thought that the girls father would turn out to have an ulterior motive for the arranged marriage. He didn't. I didn't see the plot twist coming and was pleasantly surprised by the surprise at the end. Another winner from Arizona Cooper.
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.
November 2, 2026
The Pakhan's Unwanted Bride is the arranged marriage between Russian Pakhan, Samuil, and Bratva princess, Anastasia/Ana, who are wed in an arranged marriage as she had been presented to him as a payment for a debt. This book is well written, has intriguing characters, misconceptions, suspense, and a difficult road to love.
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
Samuil didnt want a wife but when hes given Ana in exchange for a debt hes drawn to her, protective. She should fear him but instead he shows a side no one else gets and when threats come for her they have to get through him first! Well written engaging steamy desires drama action and more
October 13, 2026
Great book
Loved the way Samuel at first didn't care for Ana but as time goes by he begins to be attracted to her. She was already falling for him but someone kidnaps her dad,then is trying to kill them Great story.
Loved the way Samuel at first didn't care for Ana but as time goes by he begins to be attracted to her. She was already falling for him but someone kidnaps her dad,then is trying to kill them Great story.
October 13, 2026
Their chemistry is 🔥, and the storyline flows smoothly and keeps you hooked. Another captivating read in a series I’m loving!.
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.
October 16, 2026
A little too long
With a rushed ending. You knew Benedict was going to do something stupid, and that Gregory was jealous of Ana, especially her place in the Pakhan's life. Both deaths were sad.
With a rushed ending. You knew Benedict was going to do something stupid, and that Gregory was jealous of Ana, especially her place in the Pakhan's life. Both deaths were sad.
October 27, 2026
An arranged marriage that turns into a lifetime passion. The ruthless Pakhan met the woman who brought him down and anyonewho try to hurt her... will pay the ultimate price. Good characters and story. Recommended
October 15, 2026
4.5 ⭐️
October 18, 2026
YES this is a great read
Entitled princess, crusty Pakhan, intrigue, great characters, spice - loved it. different from some of the regular ‘my exs brother’ books :)
Entitled princess, crusty Pakhan, intrigue, great characters, spice - loved it. different from some of the regular ‘my exs brother’ books :)
October 24, 2026
Fantastic story
Wow I absolutely loved this story. I had a feeling who it was in the secret society. They were great together and I loved the ending. Must read
Wow I absolutely loved this story. I had a feeling who it was in the secret society. They were great together and I loved the ending. Must read
October 27, 2026
I absolutely loved this book 4.75⭐️
October 28, 2026
I liked most of the main characters, but the secret society thing was too much for a Bratva book.
November 2, 2026
Beautiful
I loved this story. It had just enough mix of action, intrigue and romance giving a perfect ending without leaving you wanting to know of their future.
I loved this story. It had just enough mix of action, intrigue and romance giving a perfect ending without leaving you wanting to know of their future.
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