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The DeLuca Family #3
Bloodline
Blood isn't always thicker than business...
Victoria ‘Vic’ Mendoza was raised to believe that family was everything. That no matter how bad things got, your family would always be there to have your back. She clung to that belief during her darkest times, but when an unknown enemy rears its head and starts targeting her business, all signs point to it being an inside job.
For the first time in her life, Vic doesn’t know who she can trust.
Antonio Moretti learned quickly growing up that trust was to be earned and that your bloodline didn't automatically equate to loyalty. There are two sides to every story, and everyone has two faces. His job as the cleaner for the DeLuca Family allows him to do what he does best, make problems go away.
Dead bodies are bad for business. It's up to Antonio to figure out who's behind the tainted product and eliminate the threat.
Victoria ‘Vic’ Mendoza was raised to believe that family was everything. That no matter how bad things got, your family would always be there to have your back. She clung to that belief during her darkest times, but when an unknown enemy rears its head and starts targeting her business, all signs point to it being an inside job.
For the first time in her life, Vic doesn’t know who she can trust.
Antonio Moretti learned quickly growing up that trust was to be earned and that your bloodline didn't automatically equate to loyalty. There are two sides to every story, and everyone has two faces. His job as the cleaner for the DeLuca Family allows him to do what he does best, make problems go away.
Dead bodies are bad for business. It's up to Antonio to figure out who's behind the tainted product and eliminate the threat.
164 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 15, 2017
About the author
K.A. Ware
25 books291 followersK.A Ware is an indie author living in Ridgefield, Washington. Her days consist of surfing the internet while pretending to write, making soap, and taking care of her young daughter. Writing is not her only passion, K.A. also serves on the Board of Directors for a local non-profit and spends way too much time reading. She believes in the power of words, alpha females, and that special escape you get when you hunker down and dig into a good book.
When she’s not busy mothering, working, writing, or reading she enjoys spending time with family and friends and embracing the weirdness and wonder that is the Pacific Northwest. K.A. loves to cook and is often found tinkering in the kitchen and trying to feed anyone that walks through her door. She is obsessed with music, so if you find yourself at a metal show in Portland —take a look around— she’s the crazy redhead head banging at the front.
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June 19, 2017
OOOhhh What do you get when you put 2 alphas together??? Explosive attitudes and explosive physical connection!!
Vic has learned the hard way, that you have to fight for what you want and you may accumulate many enemies along the way.
Antonio was groomed to be a part of the DeLuca family from a young age and he has no problem being in the background, until someone threatens to bring the entire family down he has to work with Vic to get to the bottom of it. He is in for a huge surprise the 1st time he comes face to face with the famous Vic, and it is explosive from there. This story had a lot of twists and turns that kept me on the edge of my seat!! I am ready for more!
Vic has learned the hard way, that you have to fight for what you want and you may accumulate many enemies along the way.
Antonio was groomed to be a part of the DeLuca family from a young age and he has no problem being in the background, until someone threatens to bring the entire family down he has to work with Vic to get to the bottom of it. He is in for a huge surprise the 1st time he comes face to face with the famous Vic, and it is explosive from there. This story had a lot of twists and turns that kept me on the edge of my seat!! I am ready for more!
June 17, 2017
This was a very good book, well written, hot and emotional. Best of all, a flawless use of Spanish. I've read so many books that use Spanish, whether be just a word or more and let me tell you perhaps 95% of the time, I'm happily reading and then...wham! I'm taken out of the story because of the misused of the language by a character that's suppose to be a native Spanish speaker. So kudos to you and your interpreter for not just translating but using social context and culture references to offer a perfectly coherent dialogue. I enjoyed this book a lot, can't wait for the next installment of this series.
January 7, 2024
Wow..
I love this one as much as I love the others in this series.. This one was Antonio and Vic.. Antonio had to go up to Portland because of drugs being messed with. That's were he meet Vic the leader.. This one had my heart pumping the more I read it.. I so ready to the next one in the series to come out.. Well done K.A. I loved it💙
I love this one as much as I love the others in this series.. This one was Antonio and Vic.. Antonio had to go up to Portland because of drugs being messed with. That's were he meet Vic the leader.. This one had my heart pumping the more I read it.. I so ready to the next one in the series to come out.. Well done K.A. I loved it💙
January 18, 2018
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Bloodline is the third book in the DeLuca Family Series and can be read as a complete stand-alone. This book is a fast paced, read that has two strong willed characters forced together, and sparks definitely fly between them!
When Antonio is sent to find out why dead bodies are showing up in one of the areas the family does business, he thought it was going to be a quick in and out job. He never expected Vic to a. be a woman, and b. for her to be a force to be reckoned with! Vic has lived a hard life and made the best of it, she’s worked hard for what she has and made the best of it. She isn’t about to let Antonio come in and take what she has and ruin it, so when the two of them meet, it is definitely a power struggle to say the least.
I loved watching the two of them try to deny their attraction at first, especially since they were so weary of one another. But since they both had a common goal of trying to figure out who was behind sabotaging Vic’s business and the dead bodies, they had to work together. Since both of them are alphas in their own right and strong willed, as well as hot headed, it was definitely hilarious to watch how they reacted towards one another. They seemed to press each others buttons it was always hilarious to see how things would play out between them.
Watching the chemistry and the relationship between these two was amazing, but also seeing how things played out in the search for who was behind what was going on was interesting. Loyalties were tested, and tensions ran high. I hated seeing Vic torn as to who she could trust, especially after everything she had been through in her life, and I didn’t want to see her get hurt. I prayed it wasn’t someone close to her, and you’ll have to read this book to find out who was responsible for everything that happens!
This book was a great addition to an amazing series and I was so happy to see Antonio get a HEA! We didn’t get to see a lot of Carlo, Mia, Enzo, or Frankie in this book, but I’m hoping when Angelo’s book comes out we’ll get to see them again, especially with how this one ended! If you’re looking for a great stand-alone, or an amazing series, Bloodline, and The DeLuca Family Series are definitely ones to add to your TBR list today!
Bloodline is the third book in the DeLuca Family Series and can be read as a complete stand-alone. This book is a fast paced, read that has two strong willed characters forced together, and sparks definitely fly between them!
When Antonio is sent to find out why dead bodies are showing up in one of the areas the family does business, he thought it was going to be a quick in and out job. He never expected Vic to a. be a woman, and b. for her to be a force to be reckoned with! Vic has lived a hard life and made the best of it, she’s worked hard for what she has and made the best of it. She isn’t about to let Antonio come in and take what she has and ruin it, so when the two of them meet, it is definitely a power struggle to say the least.
I loved watching the two of them try to deny their attraction at first, especially since they were so weary of one another. But since they both had a common goal of trying to figure out who was behind sabotaging Vic’s business and the dead bodies, they had to work together. Since both of them are alphas in their own right and strong willed, as well as hot headed, it was definitely hilarious to watch how they reacted towards one another. They seemed to press each others buttons it was always hilarious to see how things would play out between them.
Watching the chemistry and the relationship between these two was amazing, but also seeing how things played out in the search for who was behind what was going on was interesting. Loyalties were tested, and tensions ran high. I hated seeing Vic torn as to who she could trust, especially after everything she had been through in her life, and I didn’t want to see her get hurt. I prayed it wasn’t someone close to her, and you’ll have to read this book to find out who was responsible for everything that happens!
This book was a great addition to an amazing series and I was so happy to see Antonio get a HEA! We didn’t get to see a lot of Carlo, Mia, Enzo, or Frankie in this book, but I’m hoping when Angelo’s book comes out we’ll get to see them again, especially with how this one ended! If you’re looking for a great stand-alone, or an amazing series, Bloodline, and The DeLuca Family Series are definitely ones to add to your TBR list today!
June 14, 2017
This is the 4th book in DeLuca Family and it's about Carlo's cousin Antonio and Vic (Victoria). Boy did Vic throw Antonio for a loop!
I have to say that I loved Vic. She's intelligent, sassy, a bad a**, and the leader of the best drug ring in the Portland area. She took over the business when her twin brother died and turned it into an empire using street smarts. Her only problem, someone is trying to sabotage her business.
Antonio steps up to the plate to head to Portland to fix the issue before the cops begin to start sniffing around the DeLuca name, since they are the supplier to Vic. Little did he know that Vic is actually Victoria, a woman whom at first sight takes him to his knees with list.
Antonio sees Vic as a kindred spirit, they both have a monster that they feed with bloodshed. Vic first discovered hers when she went after those responsible for her brother's death. Antonio's is the reason he doesn't take an admin role within the DeLuca empire, he prefers hands on.
I can't wait to see more of this series. I loved reading this, especially since I finished it within 3 days.
I have to say that I loved Vic. She's intelligent, sassy, a bad a**, and the leader of the best drug ring in the Portland area. She took over the business when her twin brother died and turned it into an empire using street smarts. Her only problem, someone is trying to sabotage her business.
Antonio steps up to the plate to head to Portland to fix the issue before the cops begin to start sniffing around the DeLuca name, since they are the supplier to Vic. Little did he know that Vic is actually Victoria, a woman whom at first sight takes him to his knees with list.
Antonio sees Vic as a kindred spirit, they both have a monster that they feed with bloodshed. Vic first discovered hers when she went after those responsible for her brother's death. Antonio's is the reason he doesn't take an admin role within the DeLuca empire, he prefers hands on.
I can't wait to see more of this series. I loved reading this, especially since I finished it within 3 days.
July 29, 2017
Bloodline is the 4th book in the DeLuca Family Series and it is absolutely amazing. With each and every novel in this series you grow to love all of these anti heroes more and more. This one is about Victoria 'Vic' Mendoza and Antonio Moretti .
Vic is the head of her own cartel after the death of her twin and when someone starts cutting into her business she is on a mission to find out what and who is behind it all. Because all that is going on is bringing attention to the drug business and possibly the DeLuca Empire, Antonio is sent to figure out what is going on and take care of the problem.
Vic and Antonio are both strong alpha figures but there is no doubt of the attraction that these two hold for each other. This book is hot and steamy and you just won't be able to put it down. I know I couldn't. The murder, mystery, mayhem, and melting sex scenes will have you turning pages non stop.
I give this book 5 stars but would give it more if I was allowed to. Love this series and can't wait to see where it goes next.
Vic is the head of her own cartel after the death of her twin and when someone starts cutting into her business she is on a mission to find out what and who is behind it all. Because all that is going on is bringing attention to the drug business and possibly the DeLuca Empire, Antonio is sent to figure out what is going on and take care of the problem.
Vic and Antonio are both strong alpha figures but there is no doubt of the attraction that these two hold for each other. This book is hot and steamy and you just won't be able to put it down. I know I couldn't. The murder, mystery, mayhem, and melting sex scenes will have you turning pages non stop.
I give this book 5 stars but would give it more if I was allowed to. Love this series and can't wait to see where it goes next.
June 8, 2017
"He had the devil in his eyes, and it made me want to sin."
Wow, just Wow! Vic is a sassy, bad a** who is La Patrona. After her twin brother was shot in cold blood, Vic stepped up to the plate in their business. She made an empire with her skills and street smarts. She has her cousin Luis as her enforcer, but will take on anyone who wants to cross her.
Antonio is the lucky one who is sent to Portland to find out why people are over dosing on their product that Vic is selling.
Little did they know they both have a habit of feeding their monster with bloodshed.
Will their monsters take over and both of them go up in flames or will they be able to calm the beast inside and find out who is trying to take Vic out?
KA keeps getting better and better with each book. If Angelo gets shot one more time without us hearing his story, I'm going to scream. He is my favorite. I can't wait for the next book!
Wow, just Wow! Vic is a sassy, bad a** who is La Patrona. After her twin brother was shot in cold blood, Vic stepped up to the plate in their business. She made an empire with her skills and street smarts. She has her cousin Luis as her enforcer, but will take on anyone who wants to cross her.
Antonio is the lucky one who is sent to Portland to find out why people are over dosing on their product that Vic is selling.
Little did they know they both have a habit of feeding their monster with bloodshed.
Will their monsters take over and both of them go up in flames or will they be able to calm the beast inside and find out who is trying to take Vic out?
KA keeps getting better and better with each book. If Angelo gets shot one more time without us hearing his story, I'm going to scream. He is my favorite. I can't wait for the next book!
May 17, 2017
Epically awesome! Like really just whoa! See I have had the annoying talent of figuring out what is going to happen in the first 5 or 6 chapters. That is really a drag for someone who enjoys reading as much as I do. But oh no, this author throws that awesome twist in that will leave you picking your jaw up off the floor!
There are no weak females only heroines with faces of angels, minds sharper than brand new blade and balls bigger than iron globes! Her characters empower and still keep the men strong.
Love her and look forward to the next.
Do I recommend this book? Heck yeah.. everyone needs the DeLucas in their life!
There are no weak females only heroines with faces of angels, minds sharper than brand new blade and balls bigger than iron globes! Her characters empower and still keep the men strong.
Love her and look forward to the next.
Do I recommend this book? Heck yeah.. everyone needs the DeLucas in their life!
May 24, 2017
I have to be honest, I wasn't sure I really wanted Antonio's story but that quickly changed as I started reading. I LOVED Antonio and Victoria. They were both STRONG willed characters and knew what they wanted.
This is the 4th book in DeLuca Family and well worth the wait. This was the story of Antonio and Victoria and WOW is it explosive. The scenes in this book were HOT HOT HOT and I couldn't wait for more.
The character development was excellent and the story was great. I wish it was longer to be honest as much as I wasn't ready for his story, I didn't want to let it go.
I am impatiently waiting for the 5th book... will it be Angelo's story????
This is the 4th book in DeLuca Family and well worth the wait. This was the story of Antonio and Victoria and WOW is it explosive. The scenes in this book were HOT HOT HOT and I couldn't wait for more.
The character development was excellent and the story was great. I wish it was longer to be honest as much as I wasn't ready for his story, I didn't want to let it go.
I am impatiently waiting for the 5th book... will it be Angelo's story????
November 24, 2017
Hot Bonnie and Clyde
I loved this story. I like how the author pairs these hardened men with these tough woman who are also beautiful and powerful. The balancing of the relationships is sexy and often comical. But what I love most is how the characters seem to compliment each other and both partners don't need to sacrifice vital parts of their personalities which is often the common denominator for their intimacy and passion. Antonio and Victoria both have the same blood lust as Carlo and Mia. The Deluca family continues to grow and thrive. I hope Angelo and Mallory's story is next.
make things work.
I loved this story. I like how the author pairs these hardened men with these tough woman who are also beautiful and powerful. The balancing of the relationships is sexy and often comical. But what I love most is how the characters seem to compliment each other and both partners don't need to sacrifice vital parts of their personalities which is often the common denominator for their intimacy and passion. Antonio and Victoria both have the same blood lust as Carlo and Mia. The Deluca family continues to grow and thrive. I hope Angelo and Mallory's story is next.
make things work.
May 24, 2017
I loved this book, actually I love the whole series! Bloodline is the 4th book in the DeLuca Family series and it's Antonio and Victoria's story. I don't think Antonio knew what to do when he finally met Vic. They have scorching chemistry and I loved the banter between them. This is a well written book and I was sucked in from the beginning to the end. Bloodline is an excellent read and I couldn't put it down. I read it twice before writing my review because it was that great!! I definitely recommend Bloodline and all of the books in the DeLuca Family series. I'm ready for the next book.
May 17, 2018
Antonio is a silent in the background type of guy will the Devil I'm his soul. Vic is a tough as nails boss of the cartel. When things start to go bad Antonio is sent to find out what's going on. Vic is not happy he is there and must work with him to figure out what's going on. When these two Alpha's get together it will set them a blaze with feelings and other things they may not expect. As it goes along and the when the truth comes out and lives are put on the line. Will they be able to stop what's going on or will they fall? Amazing read. Action and mayhem with every page you read.
May 24, 2017
So glad I found this series!! Vic and Antonio steam up your Kindle in this continuation of the Deluca family series. Series should be read in order due to the building of characters.
This story doesn't have that suspense that the others in the series carried but still has mystery to be solved adding to the plot line.
The story goes by super fast and is a quick afternoon read with no cliffhanger. I would highly recommend this series to mafia romance lovers.
This story doesn't have that suspense that the others in the series carried but still has mystery to be solved adding to the plot line.
The story goes by super fast and is a quick afternoon read with no cliffhanger. I would highly recommend this series to mafia romance lovers.
August 20, 2017
This is the fourth book in the DeLuca Family series. It is about Antonio and Victoria. Until now we have not seen much from Antonio, however that really changed in this book. He is indeed a dominant alpha male and Victoria isn’t going let him push her around either. Put them together and you get a hot, steamy, and highly charged story. You will not want to miss out on reading this action-packed book.
It is a must read!!
It is a must read!!
January 18, 2018
Best of the Series!
Hands down this is the best book in the Deluca Family series. This told the story of Antonio, the hard edged cousin of Carlo, and Victoria, a hard edged woman who is as cold as steel. Antonio is sent to meet with Victoria, and sparks fly in more ways than one! Antonio is one hot specimen of man! To find out what happens between Victoria and Antonio, read this book! Read the entire series! Just amazing!
Hands down this is the best book in the Deluca Family series. This told the story of Antonio, the hard edged cousin of Carlo, and Victoria, a hard edged woman who is as cold as steel. Antonio is sent to meet with Victoria, and sparks fly in more ways than one! Antonio is one hot specimen of man! To find out what happens between Victoria and Antonio, read this book! Read the entire series! Just amazing!
January 15, 2018
Bloodline -- Just another reminder that blood isn't always family.
So freaking good! Antonio and Victoria's story was raw and sexy! They were two deranged peas in a pod. I love how his walls slowly broke down in this book because he finally met his match. I've been waiting for it! I can't wait to see how they are in Fracture! I need more NOW!
So freaking good! Antonio and Victoria's story was raw and sexy! They were two deranged peas in a pod. I love how his walls slowly broke down in this book because he finally met his match. I've been waiting for it! I can't wait to see how they are in Fracture! I need more NOW!
May 9, 2018
This was a hold your breath and hang on for the ride kinda book. It was super sexy and the immediate sexual tension between Antonio and Vic was steamy. They are perfect for each other. The mafia and Mexican drug runners working for a common purpose was amazing. And finding out that a female runs the drug operations was a shock. Just loved it.
October 14, 2019
Bada** book
Why have I not read this before? I can recall coming across the title several times . Now that I have read it, I know not to pass up another book by this author because she doesn't disappoint. If u like a badass female lead, read this series ! I got pulled in by Omerta and have almost read the complete series, on to the next ..
Why have I not read this before? I can recall coming across the title several times . Now that I have read it, I know not to pass up another book by this author because she doesn't disappoint. If u like a badass female lead, read this series ! I got pulled in by Omerta and have almost read the complete series, on to the next ..
June 13, 2017
Of course this book is amazing
I loved Antonio and Vic's story.... We definitely were surprised by the turn of events... always a welcome to previous characters... can't wait for the next book...
I loved Antonio and Vic's story.... We definitely were surprised by the turn of events... always a welcome to previous characters... can't wait for the next book...
February 1, 2019
I love the DeLuca crime family books. I’m obsessed with mafia romance and this was interesting indeed. Antonio, cousin of Carlo, falls for Vic who is leader of her own Hispanic gang. I found each page enjoyable, the romance intriguing and dirty and the characters worth getting to know.
FIVE STARS
FIVE STARS
May 22, 2017
Good story
I liked the flow, this is a good series, Antonio made his mind up he wanted Vic, & didn't stop til he had her. Victoria's just what he needs, his match.
I liked the flow, this is a good series, Antonio made his mind up he wanted Vic, & didn't stop til he had her. Victoria's just what he needs, his match.
May 23, 2017
Absolutely loved the interplay between the two main characters. This book is very well written, character development is amazing and the story line is really dynamic.
June 22, 2017
very short, but still action packed with a little mystery!
January 8, 2018
Another awsome book from K A ware
Loved this as much as all the others. Full of thrills action and romance. Thank you to K A Ware for another great read.
Loved this as much as all the others. Full of thrills action and romance. Thank you to K A Ware for another great read.
May 23, 2018
Loved Antonio and vic’s story, can’t wait for fracture Angelo’s story at the end of the month it’s already in my calendar to download :)
Add this series to your to read list!!!!
Add this series to your to read list!!!!
January 22, 2020
I love strong female characters and Vic is certainly that. Enjoyed the story.
May 20, 2018
EXCEPTIONAL!!! I'm totally hooked on the DeLuca Crime Family series. KA is amazing. These characters are incredible and she brings them to life within the pages. Their stories are remarkable and so well written. This series just keeps getting better and better. I can't wait to see what KA has in store for us with Fracture.
May 30, 2018
Holy wow! This is the 4th book in the DeLuca Family and is the story of Carlo's cousin Antonio and Vic (Victoria). Antonio is cunning, smooth and full of blood lust. He is the enforcer for Carlos and is sent to Portland to find out why people are over-dosing on their heroin.
Vic is a tough, street smart, mouthy, bad ass who took over the family business when her twin brother was shot and killed in cold blood. Her cousin, Luis, is her enforcer but she is filled with blood lust and can take care of issues on her own also. Antonio and Vic's story is scorching hot and filled full of suspense, intense action and hot sexy chemistry. KA and her words just keep getting better with each book she writes!
Vic is a tough, street smart, mouthy, bad ass who took over the family business when her twin brother was shot and killed in cold blood. Her cousin, Luis, is her enforcer but she is filled with blood lust and can take care of issues on her own also. Antonio and Vic's story is scorching hot and filled full of suspense, intense action and hot sexy chemistry. KA and her words just keep getting better with each book she writes!
November 10, 2017
Bloodline is the third book in The DeLuca Family series. But technically it's the fourth book. You got to read Notorious .5
I enjoyed Antonio & Vic's story. You could feel the emotions from the characters. Your in for some surprise throughout this book. Hold on tight and enjoy this rollercoaster ride.
I do feel like the ending was rushed. I am still wondering what happened with certain things. Don't worry no spoilers here. I hope Angelo gets a book. I loved seeing the guys in action. I am looking forward to more of K.A.'s books.
I enjoyed Antonio & Vic's story. You could feel the emotions from the characters. Your in for some surprise throughout this book. Hold on tight and enjoy this rollercoaster ride.
I do feel like the ending was rushed. I am still wondering what happened with certain things. Don't worry no spoilers here. I hope Angelo gets a book. I loved seeing the guys in action. I am looking forward to more of K.A.'s books.
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