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Triple Threat #1
Negotiation
Sarah Hastings has watched over her little brother most of her life, so when he gets in trouble with the mob, she approaches Roman Rinaldi about settling his debt. He isn’t interested in her first offer and negotiates with a counteroffer—one that has her in his bed and at his mercy. She may be in over her head, but it’s her heart she has to worry about as she starts to warm up to the seemingly ruthless mobster, who finds her equally compelling. Can there be a happy ending for a Cosa Nostra underboss and a sweet kindergarten teacher, or is their negotiation destined to end in bullets and heartbreak?
Please note this is a novella-length story featuring a mafia man, but it isn’t as dark as some of R.E.’s other mafia stories. This is the start of a new series unconnected to the previous mafia men.
Please note this is a novella-length story featuring a mafia man, but it isn’t as dark as some of R.E.’s other mafia stories. This is the start of a new series unconnected to the previous mafia men.
146 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 19, 2016
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August 7, 2016
Sarah is twenty-three years old and still a virgin, her life has been devoted to taking care of her younger brother Robbie, their mother died when she was six and Robbie was three years old. She's a kindergarten teacher and still looking after Robbie who's now twenty, he's in trouble and she's trying to settle his debt wth Roman Rinaldi.
Terms are agreed and Sarah becomes Roman's mistress but for how long?
This is a short book/novella at only 146 pages and it's a quick easy read, there's no real depth or development but what's here is okay.
August 12, 2016
This h didn't even put up a fight with her being a virgin she gave her virginity to the H really fast and she knows how to give a bj?? LMAO
The jerk ass of Hero made her crawl across the room and told her to beg for his co** because he didn't like that he asked to see her two days later after he fuc*** her for the first time he also called her a slut and a whore. What a amazing hero!!!
Unbelievable!!!
The jerk ass of Hero made her crawl across the room and told her to beg for his co** because he didn't like that he asked to see her two days later after he fuc*** her for the first time he also called her a slut and a whore. What a amazing hero!!!
Unbelievable!!!
May 15, 2016
Free on Amazon Unlimited. A good enough read that I want to read the next book. :)
April 30, 2016
First time read by this author, enjoyable story about virgin kindergarten teacher (is there any other) and mafia underboss who is a triplet.In order to repay her brother's debt,heroine has to be the mistress of the mafia don and do everything he wants,no holds barred.Some hot sex scenes.Actually a really cute story and will definitely read about the other two brothers .There was a side character of a Lithuanian crime boss who looks intriguing.
July 25, 2016
The fingers thing at the end was too much but otherwise the story was entertaining.
March 17, 2016
I was so looking forward to reading this one, a kindergarten teacher and a mob underboss - WOW!!!
Unfortunately this story let me down. I know and understand that this is a novella but within the 146 pages I expected a somewhat believable story instead I got a story that was lacking in background story or even fillers or anything mob related - I needed more that chopping off fingers and a shot to the shoulder.
I just could not relate or like the characters, their "I LOVE YOU'S " in the the end was so forced and unbelievable.
I know I am in the minority here based on the 5* rating this book has received but I expected a short read that would have had a little more substance to it. Characters that are engaging and a story line that would have had equal parts drama and romance, after all this was supposed to be a romance novella, all it had was sex and more sex - not that I am complaining. Skip one part of the sex and add some romance to it.
Overall an okay read.
Unfortunately this story let me down. I know and understand that this is a novella but within the 146 pages I expected a somewhat believable story instead I got a story that was lacking in background story or even fillers or anything mob related - I needed more that chopping off fingers and a shot to the shoulder.
I just could not relate or like the characters, their "I LOVE YOU'S " in the the end was so forced and unbelievable.
I know I am in the minority here based on the 5* rating this book has received but I expected a short read that would have had a little more substance to it. Characters that are engaging and a story line that would have had equal parts drama and romance, after all this was supposed to be a romance novella, all it had was sex and more sex - not that I am complaining. Skip one part of the sex and add some romance to it.
Overall an okay read.
September 4, 2016
My main issue about this story was H's rudeness and h's no self-respect.
May 14, 2016
DNF @ 72%.
I was so disgusted by the abuse the h suffered at the hands of the H. He treated her like utter garbage and was disrespectful to her all the time. Of course, the donkey h has stars in her eyes the whole time hoping the H feels more for her. ABUSE IS NOT ROMANTIC!!!
I was so disgusted by the abuse the h suffered at the hands of the H. He treated her like utter garbage and was disrespectful to her all the time. Of course, the donkey h has stars in her eyes the whole time hoping the H feels more for her. ABUSE IS NOT ROMANTIC!!!
May 24, 2016
This is a good mafia romance. They're beginning was a little unconventional. But you see how quickly that changes.
January 28, 2016
I was given this book in exchange for an honest review.....
I ABSOLUTELY Love this book. (I am very much so looking foward to the brothers books too.) It is the light vs the dark style starting off.
Enter Sarah, the good girl who is innocent in his world's ways (including being a virgin), she is a kindergarden teacher who is out to protect her brother who has done something very bad and she sacrifices herself so he can escape the payback for what he did. Roman, one of the men that Sarah's brother has betrayed and stolen from, he is a triplet and a bad boy (including being part of a mafia) When Sarah comes to Roman and gives herself in exchange for her brothers life, it starts out strained and to keep himself void of feelings for her, Roman tends to be cruel, however it is not really meant for her. Their agreement is she is to be at his beck and call whenever, wherever and whatever HE decides.
When Sarah is taken against her will by someone else "wronged" by Roman he and his brothers and there and while she is recovering from her ordeal, the "3 words" come from him first. Roman gets a HEA of sorts.
At the end of this book, R.E. Saxton states that each of the brothers will have their own book. I am SUPER excited about that, and I can't help but feel that this is really not the end of Roman and Sarah. I feel there is more to be discovered about them.
I am grateful for this opportunity I was given to read and review this book. Like I mentioned before, looking forward to Dominick's and Luca's books as well.
I ABSOLUTELY Love this book. (I am very much so looking foward to the brothers books too.) It is the light vs the dark style starting off.
Enter Sarah, the good girl who is innocent in his world's ways (including being a virgin), she is a kindergarden teacher who is out to protect her brother who has done something very bad and she sacrifices herself so he can escape the payback for what he did. Roman, one of the men that Sarah's brother has betrayed and stolen from, he is a triplet and a bad boy (including being part of a mafia) When Sarah comes to Roman and gives herself in exchange for her brothers life, it starts out strained and to keep himself void of feelings for her, Roman tends to be cruel, however it is not really meant for her. Their agreement is she is to be at his beck and call whenever, wherever and whatever HE decides.
When Sarah is taken against her will by someone else "wronged" by Roman he and his brothers and there and while she is recovering from her ordeal, the "3 words" come from him first. Roman gets a HEA of sorts.
At the end of this book, R.E. Saxton states that each of the brothers will have their own book. I am SUPER excited about that, and I can't help but feel that this is really not the end of Roman and Sarah. I feel there is more to be discovered about them.
I am grateful for this opportunity I was given to read and review this book. Like I mentioned before, looking forward to Dominick's and Luca's books as well.
January 20, 2016
What an enjoyable sexy read. I was pulled in from the start & didn't put it down until I was finished. This is great start for the series and I can't wait to see where it ends up.
Sarah is a kindergarten teacher who would do anything for her brother. Robbie has gotten himself mixed up with mob and hopes his sister can save him. She offers to go to the mob boss that is after him and offer up herself as well as her 401K and whatever money she can get from selling her grandmothers jewelry.
Roman can't believe that Sarah is offering herself up but isn't willing to pass up the chance. Although she meant only for show, he has other plans as far as her being his mistress. And it sounds even better to him when she tells him she is a virgin.
Can she keep her feelings out of this business deal or will she fall for this mob boss? Can Roman keep this business deal just business? What happens when another group tries to get their revenge? Will Roman be able to keep his head and do the right thing?
Sarah is a kindergarten teacher who would do anything for her brother. Robbie has gotten himself mixed up with mob and hopes his sister can save him. She offers to go to the mob boss that is after him and offer up herself as well as her 401K and whatever money she can get from selling her grandmothers jewelry.
Roman can't believe that Sarah is offering herself up but isn't willing to pass up the chance. Although she meant only for show, he has other plans as far as her being his mistress. And it sounds even better to him when she tells him she is a virgin.
Can she keep her feelings out of this business deal or will she fall for this mob boss? Can Roman keep this business deal just business? What happens when another group tries to get their revenge? Will Roman be able to keep his head and do the right thing?
September 22, 2016
This is the first book in the Triple Threat series by the very talented R.E. Saxton. Sarah Hastings has always taken care of her little brother, she's a kindergarten teacher and still a virgin. When her brother gets caught trying to steal a cargo shipment from the Rinaldi brothers he comes to her for help. Sarah goes to see Roman Rinaldi at his office to offer him her 401k so that he won't kill her brother. Roman is one of identical triplets, he is the underboss, his brother, Dominic is the boss and his brother, Luka is the consigliere and they are all feared and dangerous men. Roman has an offer of his own, he would like Sarah to become his mistress and be available for sex whenever he calls her. I loved Roman and I can't wait to get a taste of his sexy brothers.
May 5, 2016
This was an excellent read! I received an ARC for and honest review and unlike most Mafia books, this one was lighthearted, kind of funny...until people started loosing fingers! R.E. Saxton is moving to the front of the line as my go-to Mafia author!
May 22, 2016
A quick read that was good I felt like everything just unfolded. It happens in novellas so much ground to cover in a small amount of time
March 31, 2016
The author did an exceptional job with this novel and I love it. I connected very easily with the main character Sarah and Roman. The chemistry between these two was amazingly hot although, I thought Sarah went over the limitation of rescuing her brother Robbie because in life, people should be responsible for their own actions. I wanted to shake Sarah at times and ask her WHAT GOING ON IN HER MIND. Roman is a triplet and a bad boy (including being part of a mafia) and due to Sarah's brother betrayal, she makes an agreement with Roman to be at his beckoned and call whenever he calls. The story is full of revenge, betrayal and detailed dark theme but OH SO GOOD!! This book is definitely an amazing read but my only complaint is the punishment for Robbie? I will be looking forward to reading about Dominick and Luka (the brothers).
May 10, 2016
Negotiation is the first book in the trilogy by RE Saxton. It was a good, quick read. Sarah is a kindergarten teacher who is sweet and innocent. Roman is the underboss in his family's mafia. From the start there was great chemistry between the two. Roman decides to accept what Sarah negotiates because he can't help himself with his attraction to her. Sarah is really an innocent but soon learns that she likes the darker side of things. She agrees to be at Roman's beck and call whenever he wants and to do whatever he wants. The are some really steamy scenes. The story has some intrigue and revenge though at the end it appeared the author just wanted to wrap it up quickly. I still enjoyed the story and look forward to reading the others in the series.
I received an advanced copy for an honest review.
I received an advanced copy for an honest review.
January 28, 2016
Here we have a young Sarah Hastings has watched over her little brother most of her life, so when he gets in trouble with the mob, she approaches Roman Rinaldi about settling his debt. She thinks if she gives her innocence and hopefully not her heart to the mob boss, her brother will turn to the right path. But you will find that her brother is not so innocent that she thought he was. With some twist in turns will Sarah make it out alive and still have her heart intacted? Will Roman be the person she hopes he is down under the mob boss mask?
I was given this story for a honest review. Which I would have to say it will be worth ever penny spent reading it.
I was given this story for a honest review. Which I would have to say it will be worth ever penny spent reading it.
January 31, 2016
I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
I'm not a big fan of Mafia themed books, however I did enjoy this one and was pulled in from the beginning. I really liked Sarah from the beginning, and while Roman took some time for me to warm up to, I did like him by the end of he book, and was glad to see him and Sarah get their HEA.
The book was well written and I did enjoy it. However the reason for the three stars is due to a twist that I didn't like, involving a betrayal that really bothered me. No spoilers, but I really hope that a future book in the series is based on this character and somehow redeems them
I'm not a big fan of Mafia themed books, however I did enjoy this one and was pulled in from the beginning. I really liked Sarah from the beginning, and while Roman took some time for me to warm up to, I did like him by the end of he book, and was glad to see him and Sarah get their HEA.
The book was well written and I did enjoy it. However the reason for the three stars is due to a twist that I didn't like, involving a betrayal that really bothered me. No spoilers, but I really hope that a future book in the series is based on this character and somehow redeems them
April 8, 2016
Not a fan...
This was my first time reading from this author, as I enjoy mafia romance novels. I found some parts of it too far fetched such as the level of seduction from Sara considering she was a virgin and Roman being a stranger. I did not feel that the relationship evolved sufficiently between the characters to convince me of how natural Sara accepted his adventurous nature in the bedroom to not be more resistant. I couldn't help but skip through parts of the ending to see if it might improve, but sadly_ it did not.
I plan to read the next in the series to see if that one redeems the author for me.
This was my first time reading from this author, as I enjoy mafia romance novels. I found some parts of it too far fetched such as the level of seduction from Sara considering she was a virgin and Roman being a stranger. I did not feel that the relationship evolved sufficiently between the characters to convince me of how natural Sara accepted his adventurous nature in the bedroom to not be more resistant. I couldn't help but skip through parts of the ending to see if it might improve, but sadly_ it did not.
I plan to read the next in the series to see if that one redeems the author for me.
January 20, 2016
Holy cow, what a great book! When Sarah offers herself to Roman Rinaldi, she thinks she is saving her brother from his girlfriends machinations. Turns out Sarah doesn't know the brother she raised at all, and it puts her life in great danger. Definitely a somewhat dark romance, but I thought this was a fantastic book. I look forward to the next book in this series!
I received this ARC from the author in exchange for an honest review.
I received this ARC from the author in exchange for an honest review.
May 8, 2016
This is fine
Really is a fine , it really felt a little incomplete. Could have done without a few standard cliches but hey it's a book about Alpha males in the mafia. I did spend quite a lot rolling my eyes at the plot and characters, however you can tell this author has a talent for story telling. Her description is not bad but the dialogue between characters is not done very well at times.
Really is a fine , it really felt a little incomplete. Could have done without a few standard cliches but hey it's a book about Alpha males in the mafia. I did spend quite a lot rolling my eyes at the plot and characters, however you can tell this author has a talent for story telling. Her description is not bad but the dialogue between characters is not done very well at times.
February 4, 2016
3.75 stars
This book had promise. I just wanted and needed further background information--on the characters and the Mafia because it progressed way to fast. I just wanted the interaction and feelings to grow. What did life end up meaning to a kindergarten teacher and her mob lover? How did the fall into balance? Great start just left me wishing for more.
This book had promise. I just wanted and needed further background information--on the characters and the Mafia because it progressed way to fast. I just wanted the interaction and feelings to grow. What did life end up meaning to a kindergarten teacher and her mob lover? How did the fall into balance? Great start just left me wishing for more.
February 23, 2016
A good short, fast paced book. Even though their relationship started off as a negotiation they seemed to fit each other well, and the author made their uncoventional relationship believable. I just wish we would have gotten to see more of them falling in love. Looking forward to the other brothers books.
January 21, 2016
Negotiation:A Mafia Love Story by RE Saxton,Kit Tunstall
I loved the book good story one of the best mafia stories lately he took her for the price of her brothers debt but he never changed they ended up getting married best book I hope you enjoy it to I really did Margie
I loved the book good story one of the best mafia stories lately he took her for the price of her brothers debt but he never changed they ended up getting married best book I hope you enjoy it to I really did Margie
January 21, 2016
So hot
This was exquisite. Panty melting hot. Yes it's a little far fetched to think a bad bad mafia guy will forego thief for a mistress, but hey it's a story and it works. It so works. I loved this book !
This was exquisite. Panty melting hot. Yes it's a little far fetched to think a bad bad mafia guy will forego thief for a mistress, but hey it's a story and it works. It so works. I loved this book !
January 29, 2016
Not bad
I had no idea I'd enjoy this as much as did. But surprise surprise. Love when that happens, because it's so rare. Loved both characters. If you overlook that fanciful storyline of a kindergarten teacher and a mobster, hey, you got yourself a good read.
I had no idea I'd enjoy this as much as did. But surprise surprise. Love when that happens, because it's so rare. Loved both characters. If you overlook that fanciful storyline of a kindergarten teacher and a mobster, hey, you got yourself a good read.
February 2, 2016
I really like Sarah and Roman. They have great chemistry. She is a kindergarten teacher and he is in the Mafia. Opposites do attract and love wins out. This story has lots of action,steamy sex and a wonderful ending. I received this as an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
February 11, 2016
Different kind
This was a different kind of story, but was good. She offers herself in exchange for her brothers mistake and comes out on top by falling in love with the mobster. It was a good read.
This was a different kind of story, but was good. She offers herself in exchange for her brothers mistake and comes out on top by falling in love with the mobster. It was a good read.
February 17, 2016
Great story
I'm not a big fan of novellas. But this one was done real well it didn't seem rushed and that was a nice change. This book had humor and link it even made me cry I really loved Roman he was a awsome character can't wait to read about the other brothers next
I'm not a big fan of novellas. But this one was done real well it didn't seem rushed and that was a nice change. This book had humor and link it even made me cry I really loved Roman he was a awsome character can't wait to read about the other brothers next
March 8, 2016
Arc review for honest review. This also a new author for me and I enjoyed her book here.the characters in this book were a mob boss and a school teacher. I found I like the strength the the school teacher held she why I feel this way.
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