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Filthy Marcellos #3.6
A Very Marcello Christmas
Join the Marcellos as they celebrate the holidays …
Cecelia wants one thing for Christmas, and Antony thinks he can make the impossible happen for her. Never underestimate a man who loves his wife.
Lucian and Jordyn struggle to make this Christmas perfect for their kids when life gets in the way. Someone waiting in the wings is willing to play Santa to make it all happen.
Dante and Catrina battle the stress of managing work and family through the holidays. Sometimes it takes the right kind of reminder from those who matter most to make it all work.
Giovanni and Kim have to keep everything together—from business to party planning. Not to mention, they still have to find something that will satisfy little Andino’s one Christmas wish.
A little family spirit, and a bit of Christmas magic come together for all the Marcellos to make these holidays the best one yet.
Merry Christmas from the Marcellos.
It’s the only time of the year when they dust off the filth.
~ Broken into small novellas for each Marcello couple, take a trip through the holidays with everyone from the Filthy Marcellos series. This novella is meant to be read as an add-on to the Filthy Marcellos series, and is not standalone.
Cecelia wants one thing for Christmas, and Antony thinks he can make the impossible happen for her. Never underestimate a man who loves his wife.
Lucian and Jordyn struggle to make this Christmas perfect for their kids when life gets in the way. Someone waiting in the wings is willing to play Santa to make it all happen.
Dante and Catrina battle the stress of managing work and family through the holidays. Sometimes it takes the right kind of reminder from those who matter most to make it all work.
Giovanni and Kim have to keep everything together—from business to party planning. Not to mention, they still have to find something that will satisfy little Andino’s one Christmas wish.
A little family spirit, and a bit of Christmas magic come together for all the Marcellos to make these holidays the best one yet.
Merry Christmas from the Marcellos.
It’s the only time of the year when they dust off the filth.
~ Broken into small novellas for each Marcello couple, take a trip through the holidays with everyone from the Filthy Marcellos series. This novella is meant to be read as an add-on to the Filthy Marcellos series, and is not standalone.
140 pages, Kindle Edition
First published December 24, 2017
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Bethany-Kris
110 books4,260 followersThe author of too many novels to count, Bethany-Kris is a Canadian, lover of much, and mother to four sons, a glaring of cats, and a pack of dogs. A small town in Eastern Canada where she was born and raised is where she has always called home. With her boys under her feet, a snuggling cat, barking dogs, and a spouse calling over his shoulder, she is nearly always writing something ... when she can find the time.
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February 3, 2021
Se me paso la epoca Navideña sin leer esta novella, y como ahora estoy leyendo la segunda generacion, tenia curiosidad por saber de estos personajes.
A Very Marcello Christmas fue muy entretenido de leer, me gusto conocer mas a esta familia y sobre todo en una festividad tan bonita como la Navidad.
En conclusion, una novela muy festiva, que nos muestra una perspectiva diferente de estos personajes y de la autora.
De verdad me agrado.
3 Estrellas!
January 19, 2018
3 Merry Christmas to me STARS
Aunque ya paso la navidad, no podía dejar pasar esta oportunidad de reencontrarme con mis amados Marcellos.
A todos, Luciano, Gio, Dante, Cat, Jordyn, Kim, Antony y Cecelia. Además de todos los mafia bebes que no dejan de crecer.
Adoro a esta familia, sin duda los extrañaba, quede con ganas de leer las historias de los hijos.
Aunque ya paso la navidad, no podía dejar pasar esta oportunidad de reencontrarme con mis amados Marcellos.
A todos, Luciano, Gio, Dante, Cat, Jordyn, Kim, Antony y Cecelia. Además de todos los mafia bebes que no dejan de crecer.
Adoro a esta familia, sin duda los extrañaba, quede con ganas de leer las historias de los hijos.
October 27, 2017
second review I feel like this book is something I will read every festive season because it's just SO FLIPPING LOVELY!! I adore this family, they're my favorite from this fantastic author. She does family dynamics just right and seeing Antony playing Santa, my feels! I enjoyed it just as much as the very first time I read it.
Original Review - My Marcello feels were in overload throughout this gorgeous little novella nugget. I'm so happy BK is one of those authors who doesn't like to let go of characters and continually delivers us surprises like this book to catch up on books we've loved.
These Marcello men are so filthy and SO LOVING. I could gush on them for hours.
Antony is KING. Always and forever showing his boys how to treat their women.
Now I need to dive into the Legacy books and meet the Marcello kids all grown up.
Original Review - My Marcello feels were in overload throughout this gorgeous little novella nugget. I'm so happy BK is one of those authors who doesn't like to let go of characters and continually delivers us surprises like this book to catch up on books we've loved.
These Marcello men are so filthy and SO LOVING. I could gush on them for hours.
Antony is KING. Always and forever showing his boys how to treat their women.
Now I need to dive into the Legacy books and meet the Marcello kids all grown up.
November 13, 2020
Esto estuvo bien corto, pero bonito. Me encantó cómo Antony le salvó la navidad a todo el mundo solo para que fueran felices y que estuvieran ahí para Cecelia y que ella fuera feliz.
Me dio risa la parte de Gio y Kim preocupados porque Andino quería una ballena, fue tierno eso.
Fue lindo ese primer encuentro de niños de Catherine y Cross, ya quiero leer su libro.
Entendí totalmente el estrés de Dante y me gustó como se terminó solucionando todo.
Las partes de Lucian y Jordyn me dieron cosa porque el estaba preso, pero amé que Gio lo pudiera sacar y estuvieran juntos al final.
Lo último que BK escribió de los Marcellos y definitivamente fue una linda navidad.
Me dio risa la parte de Gio y Kim preocupados porque Andino quería una ballena, fue tierno eso.
Fue lindo ese primer encuentro de niños de Catherine y Cross, ya quiero leer su libro.
Entendí totalmente el estrés de Dante y me gustó como se terminó solucionando todo.
Las partes de Lucian y Jordyn me dieron cosa porque el estaba preso, pero amé que Gio lo pudiera sacar y estuvieran juntos al final.
Lo último que BK escribió de los Marcellos y definitivamente fue una linda navidad.
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November 5, 2020
Es tan lindo leer a los Marcellos con sus hijos. LOS AMO!! 😍💜
December 30, 2017
My heart is SO FULL of Marcello love!
I will forever come back to these filthy men and their beloved family for as long as Bethany Kris writes them because what she does is deliver the best of the best characters that feel like coming home every time I read them. And add them into a Christmas setting it was just glorious.
I don't think I can love Antony more than I do right now. The love that man has for his family and especially his wife.
I loved this catch up. It was everything.
I will forever come back to these filthy men and their beloved family for as long as Bethany Kris writes them because what she does is deliver the best of the best characters that feel like coming home every time I read them. And add them into a Christmas setting it was just glorious.
I don't think I can love Antony more than I do right now. The love that man has for his family and especially his wife.
I loved this catch up. It was everything.
December 30, 2017
So good! Last book of my 100 of this year.
December 6, 2019
2.5 stars
April 18, 2020
This was a great way to continue with our favorite characters and seeing their lives in the now years later.These mini stories were really enjoyable and we loved them.
November 5, 2020
Voy a extrañar demasiado a esta familia 😭.
November 18, 2023
merry crisis marcello fam 🫂 married dantecat crumbs and antonycecelia being stupidly in love at their peepaw age yeahhh feels right feels organic !
my series ranking 🍿
ships: dantecat >> anthonycecelia > lucianjordyn >> giokim
girls: cat >> cecelia and jordyn > kim
guys: dante and anthony > lucian >> gio
my series ranking 🍿
ships: dantecat >> anthonycecelia > lucianjordyn >> giokim
girls: cat >> cecelia and jordyn > kim
guys: dante and anthony > lucian >> gio
December 16, 2021
my family🫂🫂🫂
January 10, 2021
Básicamente, Antony Marcello salvando la navidad.
Si, Antony se pone el gorro de Santa y ayuda a todos dándoles de regalo algo que quieren: ver a la familia, un descanso, o un regalo dificil de dar a un hijo. Todo para hacer felices a sus hijos y, por consecuencia, a su mujer.
ANTONY Y CECELIA.
Cecelia organiza la agenda de diciembre para poder asistir a todos los eventos del mes. Mientras tanto, Antony se compromete a obsequiarle a su esposa lo que más desea.
"—Nada puede arruinar tu espíritu Navideño, Cecelia. Tú eres el ángel en la cima del árbol. Eres la estrella que cuelga alto en el cielo, llamando a tu familia a celebrar en casa. Tú eres-"(Antony)
LUCIAN Y JORDYN.
Con Lucian en la cárcel, Jordyn debe encargase de sus tres hijos que extrañan a su padre y organizar, junto a sus cuñadas, la fiesta de navidad con tan poco tiempo por delante. Sin embargo, tienen su milagro de navidad.
DANTE Y CATRINA.
Dante empieza a tener problemas equilibrando su trabajo y su familia, comenzando a sentir el peso de sus responsabilidades. Por suerte para él tiene una esposa que está dispuesta a obligarlo a tomar un descanso, eso o terminará por volver locos a todos.
"Antony era todas las razones por las que sus hijos amaban a sus esposas de la manera en que lo hacían.
Exclusivamente. Totalmente. Por completo.
De manera inquebrantable. Siempre.
El tipo de amor que asustaba a la gente. El tipo de amor que nunca fallaba."
GIOVANNI Y KIM.
Gio comienza a hacerse cargo de otras tareas mientras busca la manera de sacar a su hermano mayor de la cárcel antes de navidad, además de que debe buscar el regalo perfecto para su hijo, quien pidió una Orca (si, el niño quiere una ballena). Mientras tanto, Kim se ve presionada con la preparación de la fiesta de Navidad que está organizando con sus cuñadas más atender las tareas del hogar como la decoración y esas cosas.
Esta es una navidad especial para la familia Marcello. Niños divertidos, padres enamorados y un abuelo jugando a ser Santa para todos. Todos obtuvieron su momento de felicidad.
Es triste ver como el viaje con esta familia llega a su fin, realmente voy a extrañarlos (sobretodo a ti, Giovanni, sos mi hombre) y no puedo esperar para leer las historias de algunos de los niños Marcellos.
Si, Antony se pone el gorro de Santa y ayuda a todos dándoles de regalo algo que quieren: ver a la familia, un descanso, o un regalo dificil de dar a un hijo. Todo para hacer felices a sus hijos y, por consecuencia, a su mujer.
ANTONY Y CECELIA.
Cecelia organiza la agenda de diciembre para poder asistir a todos los eventos del mes. Mientras tanto, Antony se compromete a obsequiarle a su esposa lo que más desea.
"—Nada puede arruinar tu espíritu Navideño, Cecelia. Tú eres el ángel en la cima del árbol. Eres la estrella que cuelga alto en el cielo, llamando a tu familia a celebrar en casa. Tú eres-"(Antony)
LUCIAN Y JORDYN.
Con Lucian en la cárcel, Jordyn debe encargase de sus tres hijos que extrañan a su padre y organizar, junto a sus cuñadas, la fiesta de navidad con tan poco tiempo por delante. Sin embargo, tienen su milagro de navidad.
DANTE Y CATRINA.
Dante empieza a tener problemas equilibrando su trabajo y su familia, comenzando a sentir el peso de sus responsabilidades. Por suerte para él tiene una esposa que está dispuesta a obligarlo a tomar un descanso, eso o terminará por volver locos a todos.
"Antony era todas las razones por las que sus hijos amaban a sus esposas de la manera en que lo hacían.
Exclusivamente. Totalmente. Por completo.
De manera inquebrantable. Siempre.
El tipo de amor que asustaba a la gente. El tipo de amor que nunca fallaba."
GIOVANNI Y KIM.
Gio comienza a hacerse cargo de otras tareas mientras busca la manera de sacar a su hermano mayor de la cárcel antes de navidad, además de que debe buscar el regalo perfecto para su hijo, quien pidió una Orca (si, el niño quiere una ballena). Mientras tanto, Kim se ve presionada con la preparación de la fiesta de Navidad que está organizando con sus cuñadas más atender las tareas del hogar como la decoración y esas cosas.
Esta es una navidad especial para la familia Marcello. Niños divertidos, padres enamorados y un abuelo jugando a ser Santa para todos. Todos obtuvieron su momento de felicidad.
Es triste ver como el viaje con esta familia llega a su fin, realmente voy a extrañarlos (sobretodo a ti, Giovanni, sos mi hombre) y no puedo esperar para leer las historias de algunos de los niños Marcellos.
October 27, 2017
5 Stars
I bloody love the Marcello’s so of course I was all over this like a rash. This is a fab little holiday read featuring the original gang, their wife’s and kids. It was cute and Christmassy just what you need during the holidays ♥
I bloody love the Marcello’s so of course I was all over this like a rash. This is a fab little holiday read featuring the original gang, their wife’s and kids. It was cute and Christmassy just what you need during the holidays ♥
June 19, 2023
Leer esto da nostalgia.
December 28, 2017
One of the best novellas I’ve read this year! Reading this story made my heart sing! Reconnecting with old characters. One of my fave characters is “away” in the beginning of story. I’m heartbroken. But things work out never fear!
A very Marcello Christmas is an all around feel good story!
4 stars!
A very Marcello Christmas is an all around feel good story!
4 stars!
July 17, 2018
Only read Dante & Catrina's part, and holy hell, it was ridiculously sweet.
Wouldn't even call it mafia romance.
Wouldn't even call it mafia romance.
January 20, 2019
It was great to catch up with the Marcello's again. Love this family and missed them!!!!
January 12, 2021
Antony Marcello te quiero mucho, quiero que seas mi abuelito.
January 26, 2021
this was a cute novella
i'm very excited to read their kid's books especially crosscatherine omg!!!
i'm very excited to read their kid's books especially crosscatherine omg!!!
September 28, 2021
I LOVE THEM SO FUCKING MUCH🤧😭 MARCELLOS ARE ONE OF THE BEST MAFIA FAMILY EVER
January 5, 2018
This is the fifth book in the Filthy Marcello series by Bethany-Kris. This series is my all time favorite mafia series and I'm so sorry to see it end but I look forward to reading about the next generation. It's 2026 and the Marcello family is preparing for Christmas. Antony is the patriarch of the family and he's still very much in love with his wife, Cecelia. He's retired now and has passed the torch to Dante who is now in charge of the family. Cecelia loves her three sons very much and she couldn't be happier with the women they've chosen to be their wives. She now has six grandchildren who she loves dearly and she's determined to attend all their holiday events at school. Lucian and Jordyn have three children and are still deeply in love. This year Christmas won't be the same for them because Lucian is in jail. Jordyn is trying to be strong for her kids but it's hard for her because she misses Lucian. Dante and Catrina have two children and Cat has noticed Dante seems really stressed because of business so she comes up with a plan to help him relax. Giovanni and Kim have only one son and he's very intelligent and has such a sweet soul. Gio has to step up as boss when Cat takes Dante away for a few days. Antony plays Santa so that his whole family has a happy Christmas and Cecelia gets what she wanted.
January 10, 2021
Una recopilación de historias cortas de los Marcellos equilibrando sus vidas mientras la navidad se acerca.
ANTONY & CECELIA
El ex Don y la matriarca de la familia Marcello planean una navidad en familia con el pensamiento de que podría ser una de las últimas estando todos juntos antes de que empiecen a vaciarse sillas en la mesa.
Y Antony decide jugar a ser Santa Claus. Jo, jo, jo.
Me gusta que esta pareja mantenga su chispa después de tantos años casados.
LUCIAN & JORDYN
Jordyn tiene un tiempo difícil tratando de mantener a su familia en pie teniendo a Lucian cumpliendo su sentencia en la cárcel por haber sido atrapado portando un arma ilegal.
Leer a John tan triste y extrañando a su padre realmente removió algo en mi, ya que anteriormente leí Legacy y se habla de un distanciamiento con su padre. Siento que voy a sufrir un poco bastante en el libro de John.
DANTE & CATRINA
El Don de Marcello Cosa Nostra está estresado con tanto trabajo y el hecho de que tiene a su hermano en la cárcel, así que su esposa busca la forma de que se tome unos días lejos de todo.
Siento que Dante sigue el mismo camino que su padre, Jefe fuera de casa pero puertas para dentro es su esposa quién manda.
Siguen siendo los mismos que cuando se casaron, así que su dinámica sigue siendo interesante y divertida.
GIO & KIM
Hay una sola cosa que preocupa a Gio, pese a tener mucho trabajo y responsabilidades que cumplir, y es que va a regalarle a su hijo para navidad ya que Andino pidió una ballena. Si, UNA BALLENA. Que niño tan adorable, por favor. Lo amo.
Amo esta pareja, es de mis favoritas. Son tan hermosos. Me encanta que a pesar de que Gio tiene su propia mierd* para lidiar se busca un momento para ayudar a su esposa a lidiar con sus problemas.
Ellos son tan el uno para el otro.
Y al final de cada historia, Antony tiene un gran gesto con sus hijos mientras está jugando a ser Santa Claus.
ANTONY & CECELIA
El ex Don y la matriarca de la familia Marcello planean una navidad en familia con el pensamiento de que podría ser una de las últimas estando todos juntos antes de que empiecen a vaciarse sillas en la mesa.
Y Antony decide jugar a ser Santa Claus. Jo, jo, jo.
Me gusta que esta pareja mantenga su chispa después de tantos años casados.
LUCIAN & JORDYN
Jordyn tiene un tiempo difícil tratando de mantener a su familia en pie teniendo a Lucian cumpliendo su sentencia en la cárcel por haber sido atrapado portando un arma ilegal.
Leer a John tan triste y extrañando a su padre realmente removió algo en mi, ya que anteriormente leí Legacy y se habla de un distanciamiento con su padre. Siento que voy a sufrir un poco bastante en el libro de John.
DANTE & CATRINA
El Don de Marcello Cosa Nostra está estresado con tanto trabajo y el hecho de que tiene a su hermano en la cárcel, así que su esposa busca la forma de que se tome unos días lejos de todo.
Siento que Dante sigue el mismo camino que su padre, Jefe fuera de casa pero puertas para dentro es su esposa quién manda.
Siguen siendo los mismos que cuando se casaron, así que su dinámica sigue siendo interesante y divertida.
GIO & KIM
Hay una sola cosa que preocupa a Gio, pese a tener mucho trabajo y responsabilidades que cumplir, y es que va a regalarle a su hijo para navidad ya que Andino pidió una ballena. Si, UNA BALLENA. Que niño tan adorable, por favor. Lo amo.
Amo esta pareja, es de mis favoritas. Son tan hermosos. Me encanta que a pesar de que Gio tiene su propia mierd* para lidiar se busca un momento para ayudar a su esposa a lidiar con sus problemas.
Ellos son tan el uno para el otro.
Y al final de cada historia, Antony tiene un gran gesto con sus hijos mientras está jugando a ser Santa Claus.
December 24, 2017
Christmas Magic
A beautiful family Christmas story bringing together the Marcello family. It’s the busiest time of the year and Anthony decides the solution is to delegate tasks to his able family members.
Christmas wouldn’t be Christmas without children and Anthony and Cecilia’s grandchildren add an air of excitement and anticipation that makes you smile.
It was lovely to spend time with Gio, Lucian and Dante, their wives in the early years when the children were young.
A beautiful family Christmas story bringing together the Marcello family. It’s the busiest time of the year and Anthony decides the solution is to delegate tasks to his able family members.
Christmas wouldn’t be Christmas without children and Anthony and Cecilia’s grandchildren add an air of excitement and anticipation that makes you smile.
It was lovely to spend time with Gio, Lucian and Dante, their wives in the early years when the children were young.
October 27, 2017
Welp, this one made me fall in love the with the Marcellos all over again. I don't know how she does it, but every one of BK's books are a winner for me, this one is no exception and as long as she keeps writing them, I'll keep reading them.
Loved it. Sweet and sugary with a huge dollop of the most swoonworthy heroes, just what I want in a Christmas shortie.
Loved it. Sweet and sugary with a huge dollop of the most swoonworthy heroes, just what I want in a Christmas shortie.
January 22, 2020
Perfect ending to this series! Anthony with do anything to make his wife happy, even if it takes a few miracles to do just. This family Is full of love and blessings. Loved getting a glimpse of their now busy lives in the future, reminds you just how much we loved this series and all its loveable characters. Loved it!
September 27, 2019
This was such a sweet novella! I’m so sad it’s the last book from the first Marcello generation but I’m soooo excited for the Legacy books! I have to say, I did tear up a little bit with that ending, it was so bittersweet. I just love this family so much!
November 20, 2017
A seasonal catch up with the family.
Several POV with several couples.
A few extra glimpses in to things from previous storylines and for future ones.
Several POV with several couples.
A few extra glimpses in to things from previous storylines and for future ones.
December 29, 2017
The holiday preparations have started in the Marcello family. This novella gives an insight of what goes on, in each of the Marcello household during the holiday period leading up to Christmas.
Antony and Cecelia
Cecelia tries to accommodate and coordinate all the events leading up Christmas. It's rather hectic, but with the Marcellos, family comes first. It's rather nice to see that so much has changed, yet some things remain the same. I like Antony’s surprises!
Lucian and Jordyn
Jordyn has her hands full with the three little ones and she is pulled in to help out with one of the events. Despite her current situation, she doesn't shy away from what’s required from her. She knows that this Christmas won't be the same, but plods on regardless. Is she in for a surprise though?
Dante and Catrina
Dante is beginning to feel the weight of his responsibilities and getting in the festive spirit seems to evade him. Something has to be done. Some teamwork is called for, but can Catrina and her accomplices turn things around?
Giovanni and Kim
Gio has inherited additional duties in view of what's happening in the family. Kim has to contribute to the preparation and is trying to find a balance. Gio, being who he is, takes everything in strides. There is only one thing that's worrying him. Will he get lucky before Santa’s visit?
This is one special Christmas for the Marcellos. Despite some trials and tribulations, the scenery and preparations are enough to instill the holiday mood. More importantly, a big happy family. Fabulous Christmas read, but then again this is one of my favourite series and sorry to say goodbye.
Antony and Cecelia
Cecelia tries to accommodate and coordinate all the events leading up Christmas. It's rather hectic, but with the Marcellos, family comes first. It's rather nice to see that so much has changed, yet some things remain the same. I like Antony’s surprises!
Lucian and Jordyn
Jordyn has her hands full with the three little ones and she is pulled in to help out with one of the events. Despite her current situation, she doesn't shy away from what’s required from her. She knows that this Christmas won't be the same, but plods on regardless. Is she in for a surprise though?
Dante and Catrina
Dante is beginning to feel the weight of his responsibilities and getting in the festive spirit seems to evade him. Something has to be done. Some teamwork is called for, but can Catrina and her accomplices turn things around?
Giovanni and Kim
Gio has inherited additional duties in view of what's happening in the family. Kim has to contribute to the preparation and is trying to find a balance. Gio, being who he is, takes everything in strides. There is only one thing that's worrying him. Will he get lucky before Santa’s visit?
This is one special Christmas for the Marcellos. Despite some trials and tribulations, the scenery and preparations are enough to instill the holiday mood. More importantly, a big happy family. Fabulous Christmas read, but then again this is one of my favourite series and sorry to say goodbye.
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