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The Syndicate: Crime and Passion #2
His Prize
HIM:
Marrying the enemy’s daughter proves my loyalty, and that’s what I need to do to move up.
I didn’t count on her getting under my skin, tempting me to feel things, do things, that I never have before.
If this agreement doesn’t hold, it’ll mean war. I need her … and now I want her.
But can I trust her?
HER:
Our marriage is all about keeping the peace ... at least on the surface.
What my husband doesn’t know will definitely hurt him when I turn the tables and win control of the family.
But he isn’t the man I thought he was—and neither is my father. Now my loyalties are divided, tearing me in two.
Should I help the family of my blood…or my heart?
Marrying the enemy’s daughter proves my loyalty, and that’s what I need to do to move up.
I didn’t count on her getting under my skin, tempting me to feel things, do things, that I never have before.
If this agreement doesn’t hold, it’ll mean war. I need her … and now I want her.
But can I trust her?
HER:
Our marriage is all about keeping the peace ... at least on the surface.
What my husband doesn’t know will definitely hurt him when I turn the tables and win control of the family.
But he isn’t the man I thought he was—and neither is my father. Now my loyalties are divided, tearing me in two.
Should I help the family of my blood…or my heart?
205 pages, Kindle Edition
First published August 31, 2016
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85 books513 followersHello, I'm Kaye, and I write hot, gritty, suspenseful romance that features alpha males and the curvy women they love.
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August 27, 2016
Reign by Kaye Blue was a great page turner and kept my full attention!
Kaye Blue had done it again! She weaved yet another smexy mafia story that made me say "hot dang" with a devilish grin!
Note: If you haven't read Possess-do because Sergei was first introduced in Maxim and Senna's story--- the first book of the Syndicate series.
According to Merriam-Webster's online dictionary, Reign means "the period of time during which someone or something is the best or the most important, powerful, etc." Well the most important mafia in the area now is the Syndicate lead by the brooding but reverant, Maxim... duh, duh, duh dun...
Reign's H/h, Sergei and Daniela's marriage was a duty-bound union due to Maxim's Syndicate taking over the area and crazed Santos living to tale another tale after Senna chose not to allow Maxim to gut him. In the end Santos is stripped of his mob boss title and left broken and his daughter was used to bring the two groups together. There might have not been any love on their wedding day but there was a strong connection and the story moves swiftly with both characters being lost in each other yet surrounded by their obligations to separate mafia connections - h to a ruthless father, Santos and H, Maxim's Syndicate Boss (Sergei wants more responsibilities and ready to prove himself). The antagonist, Santos makes Sergei look like an angel-- well let's be exact... an avenging angel because he wants his title back one way or the other!
As their relationship grew, lust turned to love while loyalty changed the dynamics of relationships and Daniela had to chose sides--- new husband or former crime boss and ruthless father Santos.
There are twists, turns and revelations to both dutiful and good girl Daniela and alpha to the 3rd degree, Sergei.
Read it! You won't be sorry because I assure you that all will be shocked to the lengths of some of the characters in Reign!
Looking forward to the mysterious Adrian's story... say with the doctor (hint-hint).
This ARC was gifted to me for a honest review.
Kaye Blue had done it again! She weaved yet another smexy mafia story that made me say "hot dang" with a devilish grin!
Note: If you haven't read Possess-do because Sergei was first introduced in Maxim and Senna's story--- the first book of the Syndicate series.
According to Merriam-Webster's online dictionary, Reign means "the period of time during which someone or something is the best or the most important, powerful, etc." Well the most important mafia in the area now is the Syndicate lead by the brooding but reverant, Maxim... duh, duh, duh dun...
Reign's H/h, Sergei and Daniela's marriage was a duty-bound union due to Maxim's Syndicate taking over the area and crazed Santos living to tale another tale after Senna chose not to allow Maxim to gut him. In the end Santos is stripped of his mob boss title and left broken and his daughter was used to bring the two groups together. There might have not been any love on their wedding day but there was a strong connection and the story moves swiftly with both characters being lost in each other yet surrounded by their obligations to separate mafia connections - h to a ruthless father, Santos and H, Maxim's Syndicate Boss (Sergei wants more responsibilities and ready to prove himself). The antagonist, Santos makes Sergei look like an angel-- well let's be exact... an avenging angel because he wants his title back one way or the other!
As their relationship grew, lust turned to love while loyalty changed the dynamics of relationships and Daniela had to chose sides--- new husband or former crime boss and ruthless father Santos.
There are twists, turns and revelations to both dutiful and good girl Daniela and alpha to the 3rd degree, Sergei.
Read it! You won't be sorry because I assure you that all will be shocked to the lengths of some of the characters in Reign!
Looking forward to the mysterious Adrian's story... say with the doctor (hint-hint).
This ARC was gifted to me for a honest review.
September 6, 2016
I received this ARC for an honest review. Um..... I like it until the end. I felt like the ending of Sergei and Daniela story could have been done better because their story started out hot from the very beginning and I'm not just talking about sex. But other then that I enjoyed it very much. Daniela is the sweet daughter of the creep Santos if you read Posses with the awesome couple Maxim and Senna then you'll know all about that cruel and evil man Santos. And you'll also know who Sergei is too, don't get me wrong he made an impression in the first book but now he really got to shine in the sequel. I did love how the both weren't really feeling this whole arrange marriage but that quickly melted away and a whole new outlet was formed it became about loyalty and love. Like I said I did love this book and Sergei defended his woman and Daniela choose to stick by her man. Even though Daniela choice almost cost her her life. But in the end everything work out and now those two lovebirds are happy and a united pair. I can't wait for book 3 to come out because I'm really excited!!!!
September 1, 2016
I love this author and I have yet to read a book I did not thoroughly enjoy by her.
This is Seregi and Daniela's story. I loved that the story was mainly about them and their relationship and how they responded to the outside forces trying to make an impact on their union. The marriage was arranged but how they found love through that difficult situation was beautiful to me. I love the honesty they had in the relationship even when Daniela first tried to hide her attraction to her husband. I loved how in tune they were to each other. Seregi could tell just by looking at her when she was off even when she tried to hide it. However, at all times he was tender and loving towards her. I truly loved this story. Daniela was truly good woman.
I would highly recommend this story.
This is Seregi and Daniela's story. I loved that the story was mainly about them and their relationship and how they responded to the outside forces trying to make an impact on their union. The marriage was arranged but how they found love through that difficult situation was beautiful to me. I love the honesty they had in the relationship even when Daniela first tried to hide her attraction to her husband. I loved how in tune they were to each other. Seregi could tell just by looking at her when she was off even when she tried to hide it. However, at all times he was tender and loving towards her. I truly loved this story. Daniela was truly good woman.
I would highly recommend this story.
August 29, 2016
I received an ARC in exchange for a honest review. Daniela and Sergei had a powerful instant chemistry that I enjoyed watch grow into so much more. I would have loved to hear more about both of their backgrounds but it didn't take away from the story. I was glad to get a follow up on Senna and Maxim! All in all it was a quick page turner that had me constantly waiting for the other shoe to drop.
May 2, 2020
These books are these best. They capture you from begging to end. And I always want more. I can't wait for the next one.
June 14, 2019
A Challenging Situation...
Daniela and Sergei, an unlikely couple that were brought together for the purposes of keeping peace, found forever with each other. Although I enjoyed reading this book, it was not as good as the first one. I did like that it provided an update on the characters from the first book and that someone finally got their comeuppance, hell, a new traitor that was introduced in this book also met his end, and another poor soul that was trapped in a life that had lost its meaning was set free.
Daniela and Sergei, an unlikely couple that were brought together for the purposes of keeping peace, found forever with each other. Although I enjoyed reading this book, it was not as good as the first one. I did like that it provided an update on the characters from the first book and that someone finally got their comeuppance, hell, a new traitor that was introduced in this book also met his end, and another poor soul that was trapped in a life that had lost its meaning was set free.
March 24, 2021
Opposites did Attract!
Marrying for duty is a concept that still boggles my mind. I realize that there was a time when it was the norm for royals , and organized crime families , “I read “. Blind loyalty is something else that is foreign to me. Do you follow when you know that something or someone is not right? Now, where did the drugs
that Daniela’s parents were addicted to come from if not from Santo since it was him that controlled things before Maxim?
K. Blue walks us through her life from beginning up until her love for Sergei .
Marrying for duty is a concept that still boggles my mind. I realize that there was a time when it was the norm for royals , and organized crime families , “I read “. Blind loyalty is something else that is foreign to me. Do you follow when you know that something or someone is not right? Now, where did the drugs
that Daniela’s parents were addicted to come from if not from Santo since it was him that controlled things before Maxim?
K. Blue walks us through her life from beginning up until her love for Sergei .
March 28, 2018
Love them all
Can't stop reading them . They make me feel like part of book. Have followed her for a while. Great book's.
Can't stop reading them . They make me feel like part of book. Have followed her for a while. Great book's.
July 12, 2018
I really liked it but I wanted an epilogue or at least more it just ended.
December 31, 2018
Not bad, a little slow in parts. Daniela and Sergei were likable characters and it was good to catch up with Maxim and Senna.
June 6, 2019
Not as good as the first book in the series. 2.5 stars
April 3, 2021
Love conquers all
"In the life," finding love is rare. Sergei and Daniela did the bidding of others and in the end they were the winners in this game.
"In the life," finding love is rare. Sergei and Daniela did the bidding of others and in the end they were the winners in this game.
September 1, 2016
******ARC provided by author in exchange for an honest review*****
I was eagerly anticipating this story next as I thought Sergei was beyond sexy and adorable in I'll murder you if I have to, kind of way. Lol. In this story we have Sergei attempting to solidify his place in the Syndicate to take over former mob boss Santos's area. Under Maxim's order Sergei is to marry Santos's daughter as a way to control Santos and watch his next move. As I stated in my last review on Maxim and Senna's story, Santos should not have been allowed to live. Oh well, I guess Maxim had a plan in place. As Sergei and Daniela engage in a marriage that is duty bound due to their situation, they realize that there is an instant attraction, which turns to love for each other, as there relationship progresses. There is the scorching hot sex as per usual with Kaye Blue stories. I do want to mention that what attracts me the most to these stories is that Kaye Blue is very light on the H/h physical descriptions. We have just the minimum to know that they are attractive. The focus of the story is not on their beauty but on the meat and bones of the story. I was slightly disappointed there wasn't more murder and death but oh well a girl can't get everything she wants all the time right? Lol. Loved it and enjoyed it immensely. I really do hope Adrian's tale is next. There is such an air of mystery shrouded around him that I'm dying to know his story.
I was eagerly anticipating this story next as I thought Sergei was beyond sexy and adorable in I'll murder you if I have to, kind of way. Lol. In this story we have Sergei attempting to solidify his place in the Syndicate to take over former mob boss Santos's area. Under Maxim's order Sergei is to marry Santos's daughter as a way to control Santos and watch his next move. As I stated in my last review on Maxim and Senna's story, Santos should not have been allowed to live. Oh well, I guess Maxim had a plan in place. As Sergei and Daniela engage in a marriage that is duty bound due to their situation, they realize that there is an instant attraction, which turns to love for each other, as there relationship progresses. There is the scorching hot sex as per usual with Kaye Blue stories. I do want to mention that what attracts me the most to these stories is that Kaye Blue is very light on the H/h physical descriptions. We have just the minimum to know that they are attractive. The focus of the story is not on their beauty but on the meat and bones of the story. I was slightly disappointed there wasn't more murder and death but oh well a girl can't get everything she wants all the time right? Lol. Loved it and enjoyed it immensely. I really do hope Adrian's tale is next. There is such an air of mystery shrouded around him that I'm dying to know his story.
August 31, 2016
*** Received a copy from the author in exchange for an honest review ***
If you haven’t read Possess which is the beginning and ending to Santo's psychotic flippancy and the introduction of Sergei, it is alright because this is a standalone series and it isn’t essential to this story but I recommended it. Because they are both( Possess and Reign) fantastic action packed gripping stories that it limpid your first insight into the syndicate fight and the world they reside in. The story describes Daniela Carmelli( Santos's daughter) arranged marriage to Sergei Vetrov to keep war from festering within the organization after an abhorred act. The arranged marriage was for that purpose,but is it enough? Will Santo keep the agreement he made with Maxim or become deranged or unhinged? The plot story of this book was very well written and fast paced, I literally could not put it down. The author is able to weave stories together that instantly transport me into worlds of greed, crime, and betrayal. I've always loved books by Kaye Blue because she never disappoint her readers and this series is truly evidence!!
If you haven’t read Possess which is the beginning and ending to Santo's psychotic flippancy and the introduction of Sergei, it is alright because this is a standalone series and it isn’t essential to this story but I recommended it. Because they are both( Possess and Reign) fantastic action packed gripping stories that it limpid your first insight into the syndicate fight and the world they reside in. The story describes Daniela Carmelli( Santos's daughter) arranged marriage to Sergei Vetrov to keep war from festering within the organization after an abhorred act. The arranged marriage was for that purpose,but is it enough? Will Santo keep the agreement he made with Maxim or become deranged or unhinged? The plot story of this book was very well written and fast paced, I literally could not put it down. The author is able to weave stories together that instantly transport me into worlds of greed, crime, and betrayal. I've always loved books by Kaye Blue because she never disappoint her readers and this series is truly evidence!!
December 7, 2016
I read all the books in Romanian Mob Chromicles series so I had to read all in this series. So, I love this author and I love all her books. However in some books it doesn't have the epilogue which is okay but I just love those books when you read that the characters have baby or something like that. So I hope in all the other books in this series there will be an epilogue because without it I feel that the book is not finished. Maybe author did that so it would look like the series will continue but I think that is not necessary because all books can be read as standalone. Although there are no epilogues I like books from this writer because the books are easy to read in a one day and they are amazing to read with all that alpha man, passion, crime and everything just fit perfectly together.
August 30, 2016
(ACR) Let me start off saying that absolutely love this book my only problem is the ending seems to be rushed that is what accounts for my 3 star rating. Reign is the second book in the Syndicate series. It tells the story of Sergei and Daniela. Sergei marries Daniela as a way to prove his loyalty to Maxim and The Syndicate. Where as Daniela marries out of a misguided attempt to keep a promise to her mother to save Santo from himself. I love how they both ffought the attraction for one another and slowly understanding what the meaning of Love Is. You are allowed to see Sergei grow and find a meaning to his life and Daniela eyes are open to the man Santo is and not whom she wants him to become.
September 2, 2016
Once again Ms Blue has blown me away! Her books just keep getting better. Very strong characters and intense world. And the relationship between Sergei and Daniela will melt your heart. I got so caught up, I felt like I was in the same world as the characters. Oh how I loathe Daniela's father! I won't say what I want to say because it would spoil it. But this heroine was such a strong person. And I can't wait to see what book is next. I hope we get more of this couple. I think they are now my favorite. We did get to see more of Maxim and Senna. Read it, you won't be disappointed and you won't be able to put it down.
September 6, 2016
I enjoyed Sergei and Daniela's story. I liked Sergei in the previous story, so I'm glad that he was the next soldier to fall in love. Daniela growing up in the lifestyle put a bit of a different spin on the story, which was nice, because while not knowing specifics, she knew what was up and wasn't as green as some of the heroines in the other stories. She will definitely be an asset to Sergei as he moves up the ranks. So nice to see Senna and Maxim in this one!
So, who's next? Adrian? Vincent? Looking forward to whoever you're cooking up something for next.
Keep up the good work, Ms. Blue!
So, who's next? Adrian? Vincent? Looking forward to whoever you're cooking up something for next.
Keep up the good work, Ms. Blue!
September 2, 2016
I received this copy free for a honest review. Can I saw Kaye Blue, is getting better as she continues as an author. Hands down this my favorite book so far.
This is a story of Daniela and Sergei who've met in the previous story. The story opens up with them getting married. From there the story slowly escalates. I love that Daniela does things out of loyalty, so does Sergei. They are equally matched.
I don't want to give to much away, it's a quick read. Kaye Blue is becoming a better author as she is progressing. Go out & purchase.
This is a story of Daniela and Sergei who've met in the previous story. The story opens up with them getting married. From there the story slowly escalates. I love that Daniela does things out of loyalty, so does Sergei. They are equally matched.
I don't want to give to much away, it's a quick read. Kaye Blue is becoming a better author as she is progressing. Go out & purchase.
September 13, 2016
It's a keeper
I have Monday that I enjoyed reading Reign. I've read other books by this author and with each story I can see she is growing into her craft. The stories have more depth and character development. Reign has been the best so far I enjoyed the premise, although I felt her heroine was a little cold and the love story developed kind of slowly it worked for this couple. I'm hoping they get a sequel, one because the ending was very abrupt, I'm interested in finding out what happens to them and two, I know there Vincent and Daniela's sister have a story to tell.
I have Monday that I enjoyed reading Reign. I've read other books by this author and with each story I can see she is growing into her craft. The stories have more depth and character development. Reign has been the best so far I enjoyed the premise, although I felt her heroine was a little cold and the love story developed kind of slowly it worked for this couple. I'm hoping they get a sequel, one because the ending was very abrupt, I'm interested in finding out what happens to them and two, I know there Vincent and Daniela's sister have a story to tell.
August 28, 2016
This is Daniela and Sergei's story. Senna and Maxim are in this story as well. Though I preferred Maxim and Senna's relationship, I LOVED THIS STORY. It was sexy and suspenseful. Kaye Blue definitely knows her bad boys. First Maxim, now Sergei. These men are rough, sexy, and in charge. My kind of men! It kept my attention and I was so sad to see I was on the last page! Keep them coming Ms.Blue! My book boyfriend list is getting long!
September 21, 2016
I enjoyed this one almost too much, because I enjoyed Sergei's character from the first book. His relationship with Daniela started out as unconventional, but seeing them develop was the best part. So different from Maxim and Senna but I loved it still. And I hope Adrien gets his own story because his disposition is like Maxim but there's more to it.
January 20, 2019
Good Read, BUT-
Love the characters that this author creates. Although I enjoyed Sergei's story, it was too similar to the previous book/s in this series and the ending felt a bit rushed. The couple had good chemistry but the outcome was easily predictable. Nice way to spend some time.
Love the characters that this author creates. Although I enjoyed Sergei's story, it was too similar to the previous book/s in this series and the ending felt a bit rushed. The couple had good chemistry but the outcome was easily predictable. Nice way to spend some time.
September 6, 2016
Ok
I normally love Kaye Blue books; but this one wasn't as dark as the others and I missed that aspect. I'm a sucker for bad boys; but even though Sergei was in the Syndicate, I didn't feel the darkness that normally comes with her stories and I missed it.
I normally love Kaye Blue books; but this one wasn't as dark as the others and I missed that aspect. I'm a sucker for bad boys; but even though Sergei was in the Syndicate, I didn't feel the darkness that normally comes with her stories and I missed it.
September 7, 2016
More action
I enjoyed reading this book, just as I did the first one. I felt Daniela could have had a bit for feistiness to her . Sergei was wonderful but he could have been a bit more bada$$ in my opinion. All in all a good read and I look forward to more books from Kaye Blue.
I enjoyed reading this book, just as I did the first one. I felt Daniela could have had a bit for feistiness to her . Sergei was wonderful but he could have been a bit more bada$$ in my opinion. All in all a good read and I look forward to more books from Kaye Blue.
September 22, 2016
Linda Christiani
All I can say is that I really hope you're sincere when you say that more books will be coming soon because I'm so looking forward to the next story I recommend anything you write just keep them coming!!!
All I can say is that I really hope you're sincere when you say that more books will be coming soon because I'm so looking forward to the next story I recommend anything you write just keep them coming!!!
September 4, 2016
Quick little read! Wondering if Adrian will get a book. Plus maybe Giovanna will return for a second chance with Vincent.
September 8, 2016
Loved it
This book was a very good read and I definitely enjoyed it, I appreciated the characters and their chemistry..I wanted more action but I would recommend this book.
This book was a very good read and I definitely enjoyed it, I appreciated the characters and their chemistry..I wanted more action but I would recommend this book.
September 15, 2016
Didn't Like The Ending
This was another great episode but I'm not happy about the ending. I think it should have had a better ending. But I guess that's why I'm not the author
This was another great episode but I'm not happy about the ending. I think it should have had a better ending. But I guess that's why I'm not the author
September 30, 2016
Not Bad...
This one was not as entertaining as the ones before it, but it does continue to tell the story. This one was a little predictable .
This one was not as entertaining as the ones before it, but it does continue to tell the story. This one was a little predictable .
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