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Mick Sinatra #8
Love and Shadows
Gorgeous bad boy Mick Sinatra is in a good place in his life. His beautiful, African-American wife has been offered a starring role at a theater on London’s famed West End. His son, Teddy, has taken over the day-to-day running of his ruthless crime family. His daughter, Gloria, has learned the error of her ways.
But when an attack from outside turns his world upside down, and his beloved wife becomes the target of shadowy figures with hidden agendas, Mick the Tick knows he has to step back in and remind his enemies that they’re playing with fire when they play with him.
In the latest explosive episode of the Mick Sinatra interracial romance series, Mick and Roz fight for life, love, and family, and their own special brand of payback.
But when an attack from outside turns his world upside down, and his beloved wife becomes the target of shadowy figures with hidden agendas, Mick the Tick knows he has to step back in and remind his enemies that they’re playing with fire when they play with him.
In the latest explosive episode of the Mick Sinatra interracial romance series, Mick and Roz fight for life, love, and family, and their own special brand of payback.
368 pages, Kindle Edition
First published May 18, 2017
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About the author
Mallory Monroe
166 books331 followersMallory Monroe, a pseudonym of award-winning, bestselling literary author Teresa McClain-Watson, has well over a hundred bestselling books under her name. They include MaeBelle Marie, the Alex Drakos Romantic Suspense series, the Oz Drakos series, the Reno Gabrini (Mob Boss) series, the Mick Sinatra series, the Sal Gabrini series, the Tommy Gabrini series, the Big Daddy Sinatra series, the Trevor Reese series, the Rags to Romance series, the Teddy Sinatra series, the Boone and Charly series, the Monk Paletti series, the President's Boyfriend series, and the President's Girlfriend/Dutch and Gina series. She has also worked as an executive editor for many years and as an investigator for three. Recently widowed, she has attended Florida State University, Florida A & M. University, the University of North Florida, and the University of Mississippi at Oxford Summer Law Institute. A law school dropout, she holds a Master's degree in history and education and credits God Almighty for ALL of her success. Visit mallorymonroebooks.com or austinbrookpublishing.com for updates and more information on all of her titles. See also amazon.com/author/teresamcclainwatson.
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June 2, 2017
Wow!
I can't get enough of The Sinatra's man oh man I love the way Mick loves Roz. Mick wasn't taking any chances this time around even though it was a little touchy there for while it all ended up balancing its self out. I really enjoyed this book can't wait to see what's next with these crazy, sexy mob men.
I can't get enough of The Sinatra's man oh man I love the way Mick loves Roz. Mick wasn't taking any chances this time around even though it was a little touchy there for while it all ended up balancing its self out. I really enjoyed this book can't wait to see what's next with these crazy, sexy mob men.
August 20, 2017
Another great read about Mick and Roz and their family. I loved the Amelia story-line and hope to read more about her in the family. She is the female version of Mick.
May 21, 2017
Mick Sinatra: Love and Shadows by Regina
I chose this rating because this character always have you sitting on the edge of your sit. This book is no exception to the rule. What I don't like about this book is all good things come to an end. I love Mick and Charles have a sister. I don't like Joey still struggling with he's place in the family and in business. I would love for Roz to have another baby down the line for Gloria and Teddy to have steady relationships. That's my wish list for Mick and Roz for now. Til next time. Bye.
I chose this rating because this character always have you sitting on the edge of your sit. This book is no exception to the rule. What I don't like about this book is all good things come to an end. I love Mick and Charles have a sister. I don't like Joey still struggling with he's place in the family and in business. I would love for Roz to have another baby down the line for Gloria and Teddy to have steady relationships. That's my wish list for Mick and Roz for now. Til next time. Bye.
December 30, 2018
The author always brings it with these and this one was excellent. I’m so glad the “kids” are growing up, even though Teddy seems to be the only one standing on his own. I can’t wait to get back to the others and now with Amelia dropping her bomb I can’t wait to see just what the new Shanks is going to do when she finds out.
May 5, 2020
The first time I read this book, I rated it 4 stars. After another read, I don't know why I did. This time I'm rating it 3 stars. There was just too much going on with too many characters. There was no reason for them to be in the book . Their characters had little backstory and they were underdeveloped with mostly unresolved storylines. It was extremely distracting trying to keep them straight. Once again, the editing was pretty terrible with far too many of them. There was not enough of the story devoted to Amelia but that's be sure we k is her book is coming. I will reread Amelia's book but don't kniw if I'll read more of Mick's.
My first review is listed below:
As I read this book, I kept waiting for something to blow open. Even after the murders started happening, I kept waiting. For Mick, it appeared those murders were puzzling. All his children had pretty good parts in the book. After Amelia shows up and he calls "Big Daddy", I think finally, Mick has it figured out. He hadn't and I thought he didn't have it anymore and I thought "Mick Lite". I was so disappointed but then realized that "Mick Lite" was still better than anyone else so I kept reading. Oh, how wrong was I! Not only had Mick not lost an inch, but Amelia brought it just as hard as Mick. The end of the book had me laughing out loud. If Ms. Monroe doesn't hurry and write another book with Amelia, Hamilton and all the Sinatras and Gabrinis, I'm going gangsta on her. I'll ask some of her other rabid fans to dress in black turtlenecks, black pants and long white coats. Ms. Monroe, you know what that means.
My first review is listed below:
As I read this book, I kept waiting for something to blow open. Even after the murders started happening, I kept waiting. For Mick, it appeared those murders were puzzling. All his children had pretty good parts in the book. After Amelia shows up and he calls "Big Daddy", I think finally, Mick has it figured out. He hadn't and I thought he didn't have it anymore and I thought "Mick Lite". I was so disappointed but then realized that "Mick Lite" was still better than anyone else so I kept reading. Oh, how wrong was I! Not only had Mick not lost an inch, but Amelia brought it just as hard as Mick. The end of the book had me laughing out loud. If Ms. Monroe doesn't hurry and write another book with Amelia, Hamilton and all the Sinatras and Gabrinis, I'm going gangsta on her. I'll ask some of her other rabid fans to dress in black turtlenecks, black pants and long white coats. Ms. Monroe, you know what that means.
May 25, 2017
An Exciting interracial Romantic Suspenseful Thriler
Mick Sinatra: Love and Shadows is an exciting interracial romantic suspenseful thriller that earned a rating of four stars. Mick Sinatra and his wife, Roz fight for their lives and their family in this fast paced and exciting installment of the Mick Sinatra sagas. It is just as good as the other installments and I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys reading exciting and sensual romantic novels.
Mick Sinatra: Love and Shadows is an exciting interracial romantic suspenseful thriller that earned a rating of four stars. Mick Sinatra and his wife, Roz fight for their lives and their family in this fast paced and exciting installment of the Mick Sinatra sagas. It is just as good as the other installments and I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys reading exciting and sensual romantic novels.
May 21, 2017
It's a crazy thug life out there...
Ah....the Sinatra's are back....and that means "let the bodies hit the floor"...they live hard....play hard...and kill hard....all in the name of family...family is everything to Mick...and that means....upon his word go....sh!t will hit the fan....especially if means dropping bodies of skyscrapers...oops...
Ah....the Sinatra's are back....and that means "let the bodies hit the floor"...they live hard....play hard...and kill hard....all in the name of family...family is everything to Mick...and that means....upon his word go....sh!t will hit the fan....especially if means dropping bodies of skyscrapers...oops...
May 21, 2017
Linda Christiani
Just excellent I can't imagine loving this author's work any more than I do every time I start a new book my expectations are always met completely so hell yeah I recommend!!
Just excellent I can't imagine loving this author's work any more than I do every time I start a new book my expectations are always met completely so hell yeah I recommend!!
June 23, 2017
Love Me Some Mick
I'm bias. By now anyone who reads my review of a Mick Sinatra book know how much I love that character. Another good book in my opinion. However, I'm waiting for Amelia's story and I'm wainting to read more about the Jericho Sinatra's and Carly. I won't give anything away about this book, but I will say this book left me wanting to know more about Amelia as well as Hammer Reese. That story is going to be really explosive. I cannot wait to read it. I'm also anxious to learn more about Reggie Dell. Is she as crazy as Tommy's dead lady love who tried to kill Grace or is she worse? Will this be a love triangle? I hope not bc I hate those. I am really excited for the next Mick book but I am more excited for the FIRST Amelia book I hope is coming. I love me some Mick, hell I love the entire Sinatra clan. Those books keep me entertained. I wait for the next Sinatra/Gabrini installment. So, now I'm back to waiting for the next book to drop. As long as it's not about Tommy Gabrini, bc I stopped reading his books once Grace was written back in, I will be purchasing it w/o reading the reviews or what the book is about. Loved this book. Love me some Mick, my fictional book hubby. Lol.
I'm bias. By now anyone who reads my review of a Mick Sinatra book know how much I love that character. Another good book in my opinion. However, I'm waiting for Amelia's story and I'm wainting to read more about the Jericho Sinatra's and Carly. I won't give anything away about this book, but I will say this book left me wanting to know more about Amelia as well as Hammer Reese. That story is going to be really explosive. I cannot wait to read it. I'm also anxious to learn more about Reggie Dell. Is she as crazy as Tommy's dead lady love who tried to kill Grace or is she worse? Will this be a love triangle? I hope not bc I hate those. I am really excited for the next Mick book but I am more excited for the FIRST Amelia book I hope is coming. I love me some Mick, hell I love the entire Sinatra clan. Those books keep me entertained. I wait for the next Sinatra/Gabrini installment. So, now I'm back to waiting for the next book to drop. As long as it's not about Tommy Gabrini, bc I stopped reading his books once Grace was written back in, I will be purchasing it w/o reading the reviews or what the book is about. Loved this book. Love me some Mick, my fictional book hubby. Lol.
May 21, 2017
And the family grows
Wow, there's always plenty of excitement and drama with this Sinatra family. Poor Joey, he just wants to be loved and recognised as a productive member of his family. What Amelia did really touched his heart.
Mick still isn't taking crap from his children, not even Gloria, his favorite. I was surprised when Mick punished Gloria the way he did when she came clean with the plot to take over S.I.
I just love how much Mick loves Roz. It's so heartwarming to read how much that big bad mob boss loves his wife and is not afraid to show it. But, the events in this story has him questioning why he brought kids in this world, because he was a horrible father to his first set of kids. He was so grateful and Blessed to have Roz in his life to help guide him in getting it right with their twins.
As usual, Mallory had me scratching my head trying to figure out who was behind the latest plot. I'm so glad Amelia did not turn out to be the usurper. As usual, the plot thickens in the epilogue. That's an interesting turn of events.
Wow, there's always plenty of excitement and drama with this Sinatra family. Poor Joey, he just wants to be loved and recognised as a productive member of his family. What Amelia did really touched his heart.
Mick still isn't taking crap from his children, not even Gloria, his favorite. I was surprised when Mick punished Gloria the way he did when she came clean with the plot to take over S.I.
I just love how much Mick loves Roz. It's so heartwarming to read how much that big bad mob boss loves his wife and is not afraid to show it. But, the events in this story has him questioning why he brought kids in this world, because he was a horrible father to his first set of kids. He was so grateful and Blessed to have Roz in his life to help guide him in getting it right with their twins.
As usual, Mallory had me scratching my head trying to figure out who was behind the latest plot. I'm so glad Amelia did not turn out to be the usurper. As usual, the plot thickens in the epilogue. That's an interesting turn of events.
May 31, 2017
Another banging book
I don't know how Mallory keeps putting out these banging Sinatra and Gabrini books, but she a bad pass with pen. I wish Gloria would get over daddy issues and stop being so dumb and stupid over these men that use her. Hopefully that pass whipping Mike gave her will but her back on track. Mike is still a bad ass when it comes to his family and he don't play about it. I think Roz is a little to easy with Mike something's and I wish she get some balls about her with some of things Mike does like staying away from home all night and going out to dinner with his assistant while Roz was away, he didn't take her to dinner when Roz was at home. Overall it was another great book by Mallory. She never disappoints with her books. Looking forward to the next one. Get job👏
I don't know how Mallory keeps putting out these banging Sinatra and Gabrini books, but she a bad pass with pen. I wish Gloria would get over daddy issues and stop being so dumb and stupid over these men that use her. Hopefully that pass whipping Mike gave her will but her back on track. Mike is still a bad ass when it comes to his family and he don't play about it. I think Roz is a little to easy with Mike something's and I wish she get some balls about her with some of things Mike does like staying away from home all night and going out to dinner with his assistant while Roz was away, he didn't take her to dinner when Roz was at home. Overall it was another great book by Mallory. She never disappoints with her books. Looking forward to the next one. Get job👏
June 17, 2017
This book was probably one of my favorites so far in the entire series. This book didn't feel rushed and the suspense was definitely there. As always, Mick doesn't play around.
With every book that I've read, my heart really does go out to Joey. I get into my feelings every time Mick shows affection for Roz, Gloria, Teddy, the twins and now his sister, Amelia. I know Joey can't be babied but show him some love. Joey is immature but he's passionate. I think that's what attracts me to his character.
So, what's up with Teddy? I want him to be my book boyfriend but I don't know enough about him.
Great read!
With every book that I've read, my heart really does go out to Joey. I get into my feelings every time Mick shows affection for Roz, Gloria, Teddy, the twins and now his sister, Amelia. I know Joey can't be babied but show him some love. Joey is immature but he's passionate. I think that's what attracts me to his character.
So, what's up with Teddy? I want him to be my book boyfriend but I don't know enough about him.
Great read!
July 10, 2017
Meh.
This book really could have been better. Editing issues abound, and I'm not quite sure why. Mallory Monroe should be beyond these issues by now. Also, I was not pleased with how much telling instead of showing was done for the action series. It just felt over the top and rushed. I like how we got to learn more about Amelia, and I'm excited about her upcoming role in the series. I just hope that she takes her time and allow the story to unfold like she has in other installations.
This book really could have been better. Editing issues abound, and I'm not quite sure why. Mallory Monroe should be beyond these issues by now. Also, I was not pleased with how much telling instead of showing was done for the action series. It just felt over the top and rushed. I like how we got to learn more about Amelia, and I'm excited about her upcoming role in the series. I just hope that she takes her time and allow the story to unfold like she has in other installations.
May 24, 2017
Amazing!!!!
Another hit!!!! I read this book in one day. I just couldn't put it down. It was good from the first page to the last. When will one of Mick kids find someone? Gloria really need to focus on herself. Joey need to just open up to his father. Ted need a strong woman in this life. Mick need to just tell his kids one time that he love them. Don't miss out on this book. Until next time.
Another hit!!!! I read this book in one day. I just couldn't put it down. It was good from the first page to the last. When will one of Mick kids find someone? Gloria really need to focus on herself. Joey need to just open up to his father. Ted need a strong woman in this life. Mick need to just tell his kids one time that he love them. Don't miss out on this book. Until next time.
June 2, 2017
As usual Mallory, brought it with another kick ass book! Loved it! The Sinatra family is getting bigger and more powerful. Cannot wait for the entire Sinatra, & Gabrini family, next get together. Now that the Hammer, is a father...does that mean that he and Amelia, will get their very own story? I hope so. Mick is by far my favorite out of the entire Sinatra/ Gabrini, men. He's such a bad ass!!! Cannot wait for the next book. This one was a total kick ass. A must read!!!
May 22, 2017
I love those Sinatra men and women. I'm glad to see Amelia become a important member of the family. I'm looking forward to her book. Her connection to Hammer Reese promises to be quite a ride. And I'm anxious to see Joey's development. I also enjoyed the acknowledgement of Dommi G as the ultimate "gangster" child
May 23, 2017
Enjoyable
Because we like these stories fans are willing to read them all. I as a fan feel that way. The last Gabrini was better. This story felt rushed, a lot of moving parts that came to an abrupt end. I like seeing the new characters and where they may go even the older ones and I'll certainly keep reading, but this one was not it. Read it and see.
Because we like these stories fans are willing to read them all. I as a fan feel that way. The last Gabrini was better. This story felt rushed, a lot of moving parts that came to an abrupt end. I like seeing the new characters and where they may go even the older ones and I'll certainly keep reading, but this one was not it. Read it and see.
May 27, 2017
Mick The Tick Omg!!!!!
Action, love , family. Love this family. I forgot about Amelia. The ending seemed rushed. I still enjoyed and have recommended this book. What happened to the girl on the school bus??? Lol. Looking forward to the next installment of the Gabrini/Sinatra family. Thanks for another great read.
Action, love , family. Love this family. I forgot about Amelia. The ending seemed rushed. I still enjoyed and have recommended this book. What happened to the girl on the school bus??? Lol. Looking forward to the next installment of the Gabrini/Sinatra family. Thanks for another great read.
May 27, 2017
Mick the Tick, My Man
Loved it. So glad to see Amelia get the family she needed. Plenty of loving and action. I love Mick. He is so cool. Roz is ride or die for him all the way. I'm wondering now who is Teddy's woman? Thought there might be a glimpse of her in this one. Keep them coming, Mallory....kudos for your imagination of keeping this saga going through so many books.
Loved it. So glad to see Amelia get the family she needed. Plenty of loving and action. I love Mick. He is so cool. Roz is ride or die for him all the way. I'm wondering now who is Teddy's woman? Thought there might be a glimpse of her in this one. Keep them coming, Mallory....kudos for your imagination of keeping this saga going through so many books.
February 14, 2018
Tick Tock Tick Tock
I loved this book from beginning to end, this is kind of suspense and action pack I've been missing from
Malloy Monroe stories I've been missing for awhile now. Mick was in his element and taking no
prisoners. Amelia is mini Mick Sinatra, there enemies better be afraid.
I can't wait to read Amelia Sinatra own love story.
I loved this book from beginning to end, this is kind of suspense and action pack I've been missing from
Malloy Monroe stories I've been missing for awhile now. Mick was in his element and taking no
prisoners. Amelia is mini Mick Sinatra, there enemies better be afraid.
I can't wait to read Amelia Sinatra own love story.
October 24, 2021
I can’t stop
I am so behind on my work because I cannot put these books down! Mallory continues to shoot from the hip as you get nothing but excitement from the first page to the last page. I have work that is falling behind and I can’t help myself I have to continue to read. I highly recommend reading this series.
I am so behind on my work because I cannot put these books down! Mallory continues to shoot from the hip as you get nothing but excitement from the first page to the last page. I have work that is falling behind and I can’t help myself I have to continue to read. I highly recommend reading this series.
May 20, 2017
In exhausted
It's hard being a Sinatra, this family goes thru so much I'm tired from reading 📚 it. But every adventure is thrilling. Mallory is constantly developing new characters and weaving their lives together, it reading sensations won't stop. Another great one.
It's hard being a Sinatra, this family goes thru so much I'm tired from reading 📚 it. But every adventure is thrilling. Mallory is constantly developing new characters and weaving their lives together, it reading sensations won't stop. Another great one.
May 21, 2017
Loved it
Omg I really enjoyed this book and I think Amelia might get a book but what a twist...Hamilton! Shocked I love Amelia. Mick and his family dynamics again was great...looking forward for more.
Omg I really enjoyed this book and I think Amelia might get a book but what a twist...Hamilton! Shocked I love Amelia. Mick and his family dynamics again was great...looking forward for more.
May 24, 2017
My my my
I don't know what to say about Mallory. She keep us on the edge of our seats with another heavy hitter. I loved how Amelia ended up proven herself to the Sinatras! I can't wait for the next installment.
I don't know what to say about Mallory. She keep us on the edge of our seats with another heavy hitter. I loved how Amelia ended up proven herself to the Sinatras! I can't wait for the next installment.
May 30, 2017
Wow!
Just when I think she couldn't weave any more stories into this epic saga, there is another twist at the end. I always love the Mick stories, but now I'm looking forward to exploring this new connection. Just give me another Tommy story first!
Just when I think she couldn't weave any more stories into this epic saga, there is another twist at the end. I always love the Mick stories, but now I'm looking forward to exploring this new connection. Just give me another Tommy story first!
June 26, 2017
Great
This book has a great storyline with interesting characters. I loved Amelia a little more than the others. Hope to read better things about Gloria, Teddy and Joey in the future.
This book has a great storyline with interesting characters. I loved Amelia a little more than the others. Hope to read better things about Gloria, Teddy and Joey in the future.
July 2, 2017
Another great read!
This is another great read which leads me to believe that Hamilton Reese needs his own story. But the question is, should it come from the Big Daddy or Mick the Tick storyline?
This is another great read which leads me to believe that Hamilton Reese needs his own story. But the question is, should it come from the Big Daddy or Mick the Tick storyline?
December 10, 2022
Sinful Sinatras
Love love love those Sinatras. Mick and Charles. So pleased it's all in the family. My boy Sal Reno and dapper Tom. Missed their added excitement. But anything Mallory writes is more than ok with me. Keep writing and I will keep buying.
Love love love those Sinatras. Mick and Charles. So pleased it's all in the family. My boy Sal Reno and dapper Tom. Missed their added excitement. But anything Mallory writes is more than ok with me. Keep writing and I will keep buying.
May 24, 2017
Wow
This was a great sequel I can't wait for the next one. I wonder which direction you're going to pursue.
This was a great sequel I can't wait for the next one. I wonder which direction you're going to pursue.
May 26, 2017
Another one
Well this was another great read. Can't wait for the next one. Mick is one bad s.o.b. This one you should be read by everyone.
Well this was another great read. Can't wait for the next one. Mick is one bad s.o.b. This one you should be read by everyone.
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