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Effortless
Camilla Donati doesn’t do relationships—it’s just not her thing. She wants a fun time, not a long time. She might be exactly what Tommaso Rossi needs to make his vacation from the responsibilities as a Capo, a break worth taking. He didn’t expect to find a woman like her with a mind full of filth. She didn’t expect a man who would shatter all of her rules with only a grin. Chicago keeps calling Tommaso home, and further out of reach from the one thing he wants more than ever. Camilla’s restless heart keeps getting in the way even when it’s stuck between what is, and what could be. This should have been easy. It didn’t have to be messy. Falling in love is effortless. It’s people who make it hard. A Legacy Novel is a standalone contemporary erotic romance.
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First published January 15, 2018
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Bethany-Kris
107 books4,259 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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January 18, 2018
Camilla /Cam Donati
is a wild-card, unapologetic, independent and head-strong about her ways at merely 20 years old. But she's loved, cherished by her family, especially her older brother Cross and yet her heart is restless, she's like a bee, flowing, flying and not really commiting, even though deep down...
BUT
and then she meets Tommaso/Tom Rossi , a 22 year old Capo of the Chicago mafia family and it's a done deal, as for the vivid, undeniable chemistry is concerned. And the pull is strong, and soon it becomes too strong to resist the clustches of the "feels", but still Camilla fights against it...and risks of losing smth greater than life itself...especially when Tom confornts her and make her face the fact, that this is serious...
despite their young age, despite the distance between them living in different cities, despite everything...
given the ultimatum, given the space and time to get her shit together, Camilla is set on a new course of life, esperiencing smth worth fighting for, worth living for...
and the very realization made the sacrifice of changing and taking that step, more worthy...
This was actually more on the sentimental/romantical side within the mafia background and the story line and I liked itjust fine. I always love the way Bethany portrays passionate encounters between the characters, it's palpable and believeable, and both Camillla and Tommaso prove the worth of that instantanious emotional pull and the figthing ways to make it work, despite all odds and obstacles. It seems just as the title says, effortless.
***ARC kindely provided by the author in exchange for an honest review***
"It would be nice to have something - someone - like that to be with someday. One person to love and fight with, but know at the end of the day, they're the only person you can always trust to take care of you, and be there..."
BUT
It was about her restless heart and not being ready. It was the fear of the unknown, and a future that seemed uncertain because she didn't believe stability was real, tangible thing.
and then she meets Tommaso/Tom Rossi , a 22 year old Capo of the Chicago mafia family and it's a done deal, as for the vivid, undeniable chemistry is concerned. And the pull is strong, and soon it becomes too strong to resist the clustches of the "feels", but still Camilla fights against it...and risks of losing smth greater than life itself...especially when Tom confornts her and make her face the fact, that this is serious...
This little game you play was fun at first. I don't mind a good cat and mouse chase when I know there's something worth waiting for at the end of it all. Problem is, you havent shown me that there's going to be anything at the end.
despite their young age, despite the distance between them living in different cities, despite everything...
I think I could love you - fuck, maybe I already do, but you won't give me the chance or time to figure it out - but love's not a one-sided thing. Not for me. It can't be.
given the ultimatum, given the space and time to get her shit together, Camilla is set on a new course of life, esperiencing smth worth fighting for, worth living for...
Love shouldn't be a scary thing. loving someone shouldn't be hard to do, even if it's hard to find. Love should be effortless.
and the very realization made the sacrifice of changing and taking that step, more worthy...
"I love you, Tom."
"I know-I love you."
"It's not so hard to say, I guess. Not so scary."
"See," he told her, "love is effortless, Cam."
This was actually more on the sentimental/romantical side within the mafia background and the story line and I liked itjust fine. I always love the way Bethany portrays passionate encounters between the characters, it's palpable and believeable, and both Camillla and Tommaso prove the worth of that instantanious emotional pull and the figthing ways to make it work, despite all odds and obstacles. It seems just as the title says, effortless.
***ARC kindely provided by the author in exchange for an honest review***
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January 8, 2018
Title: Effortless: A Legacy Novel
Author: Bethany-Kris
Genre: Romance, mafia
Publication Date: January 15, 2018
AAHHH the Donati and Rossi family are back into my life. Have I mentioned that I absolutely adore these mafia families?
Effortless revolves around Camilla Donati aka My Book Boyfriend Cross Donati's sister and Tommaso Rossi. We were introduced to this couple when we read Cross + Catherine, and now we have the story behind yet another epic love story.
FYI, Cross Donati makes a lot of appearance and might I say, he is awesome as ever! Can this man be more perfect?! I swear, you'll understand what I mean when you read the book.. So go read the book. hahaha.
Now, where should I begin? Camilla is a free-spirit through and through. She is wild-hearted, fun, straightforward yet has the focus of a boxer. She is ambitious and works hard in fulfilling her dream of being an NICU nurse. I'm going to put it out there, She's what we wish we were. She's a vixen in a way, where she doesn't even have to even try to be seductive, her alluring beauty comes so naturally... She's effortlessly effortless. Plus, she is such a hoot! I love her wittiness.
Tom aka Tommaso, I'd like to think Tom was going through a very very very early mid-life crisis hahaha. He is bored and rather fed up of having a rather monotonous yet busy and 'uneventful' life (we are talking 'uneventful' in terms of the mafia world here). Enter Camilla Donati. A free bird... A breath of fresh air to his stale existance... A conquest and an adventure... Camilla is everything he never knew he needed; Quick-witted, unashamed, tempting, bold and dangerous.
I have come to the conclusion that the Donati bloodline has magic in their bloodstream. Why you ask? Cause there is no way in hell one can be that suave and that bloody cool and arrogant without us wanting to punch their faces. hahaha. I love the fact that Camilla knocked every instinct off Tommaso Rossi, who's genes were full of stubborn, arrogant men. I love the fact that Tom too came into Cam's world like a tornado and shattered every rule she ever prided herself on.I loved Cam and Tom's banter. She gives it right back to him... they may be poles apart yet they are equals in every way. I will say that their 'relationship' ignited every fast... but it was trilling and terrifying to read.
I think I fell more in love with Tom after he said these words,
" I think my father always told me to remember that anything a man can do, a woman can do it better, only a weak man would insult her for it. Because weak mean don't know how to deal with woman who are not looking for a man's approval or opinion"
A round of applause for Tom, ladies and gentlemen...a round of applause. Woh!
Note: As I mentioned, Cross makes a lot of cameos in this book.. I'm not complaining. He IS Cam's best friend/brother after all. I will say this, I swear this man always amazes me. Truly amazes me. His awesomeness bounds wonders I tell you...
I highly recommend you to give this book a try!
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January 12, 2018
5 "Love should be Effortless" stars!!
One of the things I love most about Bethany-Kris, aside from the fact that she creates compelling stories with stunning and realistic characters with entertaining plot lines, is that when she says something, she means it. Although Effortless with Tommaso and Camilla is a Legacy novel, it is done in a completely different style than Cross and Catherine’s story. While there was still a bit of action (c’mon, it’s a mafia romance) it was more about these two coming into their own and finding love unexpectedly. Oh, and when she says it’s a standalone, I totally agree. However, if you’re a huge fan like I am, it’s always sweet when you get to see characters from previous books that you’re already in love with. I’m still loving all over you, Cross!!
Tom is the son of the boss of the Chicago Syndicate and Camilla is the daughter of the Donati family in New York. My baby Cross was at the center of their introduction but by no means was he a facilitator. Read the book and you’ll see what I mean ;) Tom was working as secondary capo under his uncle and he was restless, frustrated and bored. Encouraged to take a break to clear his head, he visits his good friend, Cross, in New York. A party is where he gets drawn into the trap that is Camilla. One look and it was over for this man. Unfortunately, Camilla wasn’t an easy nut to crack. She was fun and fancy free and wasn’t interested in commitment. No attachments. No emotions. One night stands were her go-tos. So what happens when her heart gets in the way?
It was incredibly easy to fall for both Tom and Cam. I adored Tom’s easy ways, his understanding, his foresight, his honor, his passion, and basically everything else that was good about him. He really was a good and decent man. He wasn’t afraid to bare his soul and for one so young, he had a great head on his shoulders. He was just finding his way in life, looking for his purpose, and this story showcased his journey to finding himself. It was a bit harder to pinpoint exactly why I loved Cam. I admired her independence, her ambitions, her confidence, and her eventual vulnerability. However, these two together were a force to be reckoned with. I enjoyed how they played off of one another. Their banter was super cute and provided a bit of lightness when compared to how down and dirty they could get. And I really loved when they got filthy ;)
When it comes to the families, I’m always envious. I come from a single parent household and would have given anything to grow up with the love that existed between these people. The mothers were all awesome, of course, but the fathers were phenomenal. I have a place in my heart for Calisto from Cross’s story and it only grew after reading this. And the way Tom and Cam interacted with their families only made me respect these characters more. I love how the author shows this side of her characters. It not only humanizes them but it makes me fall even harder for them.
Honestly, if you’ve paid any attention to the books I love, you’ll know that any book by Bethany-Kris makes the list every time. She’s a master at concocting truly amazing mafia romances that I can never get enough of. The proof is in the insane amount of her books that are on my bookshelves. They’re so pretty! If you’re a fan of love, a bit of drama, hot sex, and some intrigue, you need to add this book to your to-read list!
Expected Release Date: January 15, 2018
Genre: Mafia Romance
POV: Dual - 3rd person
Heat: 4.5 out of 5
Series/Standalone: Standalone with character crossover
One of the things I love most about Bethany-Kris, aside from the fact that she creates compelling stories with stunning and realistic characters with entertaining plot lines, is that when she says something, she means it. Although Effortless with Tommaso and Camilla is a Legacy novel, it is done in a completely different style than Cross and Catherine’s story. While there was still a bit of action (c’mon, it’s a mafia romance) it was more about these two coming into their own and finding love unexpectedly. Oh, and when she says it’s a standalone, I totally agree. However, if you’re a huge fan like I am, it’s always sweet when you get to see characters from previous books that you’re already in love with. I’m still loving all over you, Cross!!
Tom is the son of the boss of the Chicago Syndicate and Camilla is the daughter of the Donati family in New York. My baby Cross was at the center of their introduction but by no means was he a facilitator. Read the book and you’ll see what I mean ;) Tom was working as secondary capo under his uncle and he was restless, frustrated and bored. Encouraged to take a break to clear his head, he visits his good friend, Cross, in New York. A party is where he gets drawn into the trap that is Camilla. One look and it was over for this man. Unfortunately, Camilla wasn’t an easy nut to crack. She was fun and fancy free and wasn’t interested in commitment. No attachments. No emotions. One night stands were her go-tos. So what happens when her heart gets in the way?
It was incredibly easy to fall for both Tom and Cam. I adored Tom’s easy ways, his understanding, his foresight, his honor, his passion, and basically everything else that was good about him. He really was a good and decent man. He wasn’t afraid to bare his soul and for one so young, he had a great head on his shoulders. He was just finding his way in life, looking for his purpose, and this story showcased his journey to finding himself. It was a bit harder to pinpoint exactly why I loved Cam. I admired her independence, her ambitions, her confidence, and her eventual vulnerability. However, these two together were a force to be reckoned with. I enjoyed how they played off of one another. Their banter was super cute and provided a bit of lightness when compared to how down and dirty they could get. And I really loved when they got filthy ;)
When it comes to the families, I’m always envious. I come from a single parent household and would have given anything to grow up with the love that existed between these people. The mothers were all awesome, of course, but the fathers were phenomenal. I have a place in my heart for Calisto from Cross’s story and it only grew after reading this. And the way Tom and Cam interacted with their families only made me respect these characters more. I love how the author shows this side of her characters. It not only humanizes them but it makes me fall even harder for them.
Honestly, if you’ve paid any attention to the books I love, you’ll know that any book by Bethany-Kris makes the list every time. She’s a master at concocting truly amazing mafia romances that I can never get enough of. The proof is in the insane amount of her books that are on my bookshelves. They’re so pretty! If you’re a fan of love, a bit of drama, hot sex, and some intrigue, you need to add this book to your to-read list!
Expected Release Date: January 15, 2018
Genre: Mafia Romance
POV: Dual - 3rd person
Heat: 4.5 out of 5
Series/Standalone: Standalone with character crossover
January 12, 2018
5 LOVED Stars
Love is Effortless.......it’s said so perfectly. And this book was a exactly that.....an Effortless read. A lighter side of the mafia world that while angsty in parts, it was filled with the personal struggle of two souls from different Cosa Nostra families. Two souls that meet and know that the feelings they feel for one another aren’t momentary and will forever change them. But.....age, life, family and their own desires have a way of turning love inside out.
Camilla “Cam” Donati is the principessa of the Donati Family in NY. But she is anything but a princess. She’s always been a free spirit, full of life and doing as she pleases. And she has always had the support of her parents and her brother, Cross. Tommaso Rossi is the principe of the Rossi Family of Chicago. He’s only 22 but because of who he is, his life is a constant struggle of being respected not for who he is but for what he has accomplished. He’s also friends with Cross and when Tom comes to NY for a break, never did he expect to meet Cam and be so mesmerized.
This book is how Tom and Cam fall in love. It’s hot and sexy, it’s romantic, it’s difficult, and it’s not what either wanted. Both are young and never expected to find their other half. But Chicago has needs and Tommaso must be present. And Camilla is at NYU and NY is her home and sanctuary. Navigating a long distance attraction is difficult and easy for Camilla because she pushes men away. But Tommaso isn’t like other men and for Cam, that is where her struggles really begin. I will say that their love story is a breathe of fresh air. While the mafia plot is present, the author brings the relationship of Tom and Cam front and center.
For the romance and mafia lover.....Effortless is perfect!!
I must say that I love this author’s mafia world. New York, Chicago, Toronto......the overlapping, the intermingling of families, love, honor, respect, Cosa Nostra......I have loved each character, each storyline and thank goodness that these Italian Families have large families because the stories keep coming!!!
advanced copy provided in exchange for an honest review*
Love is Effortless.......it’s said so perfectly. And this book was a exactly that.....an Effortless read. A lighter side of the mafia world that while angsty in parts, it was filled with the personal struggle of two souls from different Cosa Nostra families. Two souls that meet and know that the feelings they feel for one another aren’t momentary and will forever change them. But.....age, life, family and their own desires have a way of turning love inside out.
Camilla “Cam” Donati is the principessa of the Donati Family in NY. But she is anything but a princess. She’s always been a free spirit, full of life and doing as she pleases. And she has always had the support of her parents and her brother, Cross. Tommaso Rossi is the principe of the Rossi Family of Chicago. He’s only 22 but because of who he is, his life is a constant struggle of being respected not for who he is but for what he has accomplished. He’s also friends with Cross and when Tom comes to NY for a break, never did he expect to meet Cam and be so mesmerized.
This book is how Tom and Cam fall in love. It’s hot and sexy, it’s romantic, it’s difficult, and it’s not what either wanted. Both are young and never expected to find their other half. But Chicago has needs and Tommaso must be present. And Camilla is at NYU and NY is her home and sanctuary. Navigating a long distance attraction is difficult and easy for Camilla because she pushes men away. But Tommaso isn’t like other men and for Cam, that is where her struggles really begin. I will say that their love story is a breathe of fresh air. While the mafia plot is present, the author brings the relationship of Tom and Cam front and center.
For the romance and mafia lover.....Effortless is perfect!!
I must say that I love this author’s mafia world. New York, Chicago, Toronto......the overlapping, the intermingling of families, love, honor, respect, Cosa Nostra......I have loved each character, each storyline and thank goodness that these Italian Families have large families because the stories keep coming!!!
advanced copy provided in exchange for an honest review*
December 31, 2017
This was a departure from Ms. Kris' usual romantic suspense. While the mafia is in the background of the story of Tommaso and Camilla, this is straight-up romance. And I loved every bit of it.
I'll admit, at first, while I didn't hesitate to wrap my grabby hands around this beauty, I wondered...my Queen of Mafia wrote a book with no suspense? I had no doubt Ms. Kris would deliver, and deliver she did in spades, but I did wonder if I'd want for more? Or if I'd feel a bit disappointed as Bethany-Kris is the Mistress of Mafia Romance for me.
Silly me. Disappointment never crossed my mind, and wanting more...well, sure, I couldn't get enough of Cam's sassy attitude and take no-prisoners attitude and the sexy and sensual moments between Tom and Cam, and the fun of these two. This is a wonderfully romantic story with two complex characters that will give you all the feels you want in a romance.
**I voluntarily read an ARC provided by the author**
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January 27, 2021
Las sagas de The Chicago War y Donati Bloodlines son dos de mis series favoritas de la autora, por lo que no podia dejar sin leer esta novela, la cual tiene como protagonistas a Camilla, hija de Cal y Emma, y Tommaso, hijo de Tommas y Arabella, y la verdad es que sin haber sido exactamente lo que esperaba ( las expectativas no siempre son lo mejor ) me gusto la vibracion relajada y simple que tiene su historia de amor.
La lectura en si es sencilla, no hay grandes giros o descubrimientos sorprendentes, tampoco hay demasiadas escenas de mafia, la novela se centra mas en la parte sentimental entre los protagonistas, y aunque las escenas de crimen a mi me encantan y nunca son demasiadas, no me desagrado que esta historia fuera mas romantica que mafiosa.
Tommaso y Camilla son una bonita pareja, tal vez espere que fueran mas memorables, al igual que lo fueron sus padres en su momento, sin embargo, el libro me entretuvo y me gusto, por lo que no voy a decir que me decepciono cuando no lo hizo.
En definitiva, Effortless es interesante, agil de leer y con una pareja principal muy atractiva, de haber tenido mas accion, le hubiese puesto una mayor puntuacion.
3 Estrellas!
January 18, 2018
I loved this book. The couple were absolutely made for each other and seeing some old faces was great.
Camilla knew who she was, what she wanted, and didn't care what anyone else thought. I loved her. Her attitude, her personality, her frequent hair changes, everything.
Tom was the perfect mafia gentleman. He beat a man up for disrespecting him (or Camilla), but was everything Camilla needed and more in every way. He knew what his heart wanted and he took the risk to have it.
Their sex.... I'm surprised their sheets... And other places... didn't catch on fire. It was kinky and hard and hot.
I loved seeing people from the chicago series and getting more of Cross and seeing his amazing relationship with Camilla.
Merged review:
I loved this book. The couple were absolutely made for each other and seeing some old faces was great.
Camilla knew who she was, what she wanted, and didn't care what anyone else thought. I loved her. Her attitude, her personality, her frequent hair changes, everything.
Tom was the perfect mafia gentleman. He'd beat a man up for disrespecting him (or Camilla), but was everything Camilla needed and more in every way. He knew what his heart wanted and he took the risk to have it.
Their sex.... I'm surprised their sheets... And other places... didn't catch on fire. It was kinky and hard and hot.
I loved seeing people from the chicago series and getting more of Cross and seeing his amazing relationship with Camilla.
Camilla knew who she was, what she wanted, and didn't care what anyone else thought. I loved her. Her attitude, her personality, her frequent hair changes, everything.
Tom was the perfect mafia gentleman. He beat a man up for disrespecting him (or Camilla), but was everything Camilla needed and more in every way. He knew what his heart wanted and he took the risk to have it.
Their sex.... I'm surprised their sheets... And other places... didn't catch on fire. It was kinky and hard and hot.
I loved seeing people from the chicago series and getting more of Cross and seeing his amazing relationship with Camilla.
Merged review:
I loved this book. The couple were absolutely made for each other and seeing some old faces was great.
Camilla knew who she was, what she wanted, and didn't care what anyone else thought. I loved her. Her attitude, her personality, her frequent hair changes, everything.
Tom was the perfect mafia gentleman. He'd beat a man up for disrespecting him (or Camilla), but was everything Camilla needed and more in every way. He knew what his heart wanted and he took the risk to have it.
Their sex.... I'm surprised their sheets... And other places... didn't catch on fire. It was kinky and hard and hot.
I loved seeing people from the chicago series and getting more of Cross and seeing his amazing relationship with Camilla.
November 28, 2020
This was cute but let's not kid ourselves here, the real star of the night: the tommyella breadcrumbs and Rossi family dynamics. I loved how Tommy and Ella were still who they were 20-something years ago and how they loved each other so much and so freely in such a strict world setting the example for their children. Also, Tommaso's relationship with his sisters Sarah and Rebeka despite the age difference... too cute.
As for the main characters, Tommaso is literally 50% his mother and 50% his father; determined, stubborn, romantic, sweet and doesn't take shit from anyone. I don't know about Camilla's upbringing because I didn't read the donati series, but I felt like the author was calling me out here and not just because we both shared a name... but I loved her. When Tommaso was ready to settle down having found the woman of his life, she was ready to take the easy way out and run, a commitment phobic.
Also BK's characters aren't your typical submissive mob girl, but I think Cam has been the most daring so far. Too blunt and outspoken, ready to do what she wants and ONLY what she wants, with clear goals, sometimes vulnerable and almost always on the defensive, I kinda feel i little compelled to love her.
As for the main characters, Tommaso is literally 50% his mother and 50% his father; determined, stubborn, romantic, sweet and doesn't take shit from anyone. I don't know about Camilla's upbringing because I didn't read the donati series, but I felt like the author was calling me out here and not just because we both shared a name... but I loved her. When Tommaso was ready to settle down having found the woman of his life, she was ready to take the easy way out and run, a commitment phobic.
Also BK's characters aren't your typical submissive mob girl, but I think Cam has been the most daring so far. Too blunt and outspoken, ready to do what she wants and ONLY what she wants, with clear goals, sometimes vulnerable and almost always on the defensive, I kinda feel i little compelled to love her.
January 9, 2018
4 stars. (& 1st book of the year!)
Camilla Donati is a free spirited girl. She does what she wants and doesn't care for the judgements of others. But she does have rules: no relationships & one night only. When her older brother walks in with someone tall, dark and handsome her rules go out the window.
Tommaso Rossi needs a break from his life in Chicago. His good friend Cross gives him an out and he leaves to visit him in NY. He's been friends with Cross for years and he's never met his little sister. Until now.
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As the title suggests this was an effortless love story.
Not much action or angst, just two people falling in love for the first time; one scared and one willing to take the risk but miles separate them.
Looking forward to the other upcoming Legacy books.
Camilla Donati is a free spirited girl. She does what she wants and doesn't care for the judgements of others. But she does have rules: no relationships & one night only. When her older brother walks in with someone tall, dark and handsome her rules go out the window.
Tommaso Rossi needs a break from his life in Chicago. His good friend Cross gives him an out and he leaves to visit him in NY. He's been friends with Cross for years and he's never met his little sister. Until now.
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As the title suggests this was an effortless love story.
Not much action or angst, just two people falling in love for the first time; one scared and one willing to take the risk but miles separate them.
Looking forward to the other upcoming Legacy books.
January 15, 2018
5 Stars
Effortless is more a story of author Bethany-kris. I loved this story and Camila and Tom are great and perfect for each other.
This book as well as all she writes, can be read separately, because despite having a relationship with others, he is self-contained, so quietly can be read alone.This book is a little different from the others. He isn't a thriller, he is simply a contemporary novel telling the story of them and I love seeing that side lighter and fun of it.Don't get me wrong, I love her books, every action, suspense that it provides, but that story was just something I needed at the moment: a fun, light and novel I read in just a few hours.
I was curious to see their story, after seeing some of them in the book of the Cross and I haven't been disappointed. Camila is a free spirit, she sure is very different from the ladies of the mob that I'm used to.I love that about her, of course, there were times that I wanted to scream at her for her to hand and admit their feelings, but understand it, change is never easy.And Tom, he's simply wonderful: patient, a good son, sweet and sexy, a complete package, These two together just was fun and romantic reading your journey.Another thing I liked is that the mob was still present here, we could see Tom dealing with the problems and policies to be a mobster.
Effortless is a light, fun and romantic history, I think it was a good change after the story of Cross and Catherine. I certainly fell in love with this story and couple.
"Love shouldn’t be a scary thing. Loving someone shouldn’t be hard to do, even if it’s hard to find. Love should be effortless.”
*I received an unreleased copy of this novel
Effortless is more a story of author Bethany-kris. I loved this story and Camila and Tom are great and perfect for each other.
This book as well as all she writes, can be read separately, because despite having a relationship with others, he is self-contained, so quietly can be read alone.This book is a little different from the others. He isn't a thriller, he is simply a contemporary novel telling the story of them and I love seeing that side lighter and fun of it.Don't get me wrong, I love her books, every action, suspense that it provides, but that story was just something I needed at the moment: a fun, light and novel I read in just a few hours.
I was curious to see their story, after seeing some of them in the book of the Cross and I haven't been disappointed. Camila is a free spirit, she sure is very different from the ladies of the mob that I'm used to.I love that about her, of course, there were times that I wanted to scream at her for her to hand and admit their feelings, but understand it, change is never easy.And Tom, he's simply wonderful: patient, a good son, sweet and sexy, a complete package, These two together just was fun and romantic reading your journey.Another thing I liked is that the mob was still present here, we could see Tom dealing with the problems and policies to be a mobster.
Effortless is a light, fun and romantic history, I think it was a good change after the story of Cross and Catherine. I certainly fell in love with this story and couple.
"Love shouldn’t be a scary thing. Loving someone shouldn’t be hard to do, even if it’s hard to find. Love should be effortless.”
*I received an unreleased copy of this novel
January 8, 2018
All Camilla and Tommaso wanted was good time not a long time but that was all about to change. When Tommaso takes a trip to New York as a break from the business back at home he meets Camilla Donati, little sister to his good friend Cross. from the moment their eyes clashed they both felt the strong desire growing between them. They also didn't fight it.
Camilla is never with one guy for long, she's a grown woman and knows what she wants and gets it every time, the party never starts till she walks in.
Tommaso is the exact same, the fuck em and leave em type of guy your daddy warns you away from.
Both start of their relationship knowing the deal, Its just some fun and nothing more. But feeling always have a funny way of making themselves known and that is no different here.
I thought this was different for BK, her books are normally more intense and suspenseful and I enjoy that kind of work from her more than this. It was still good but not my favorite.
Camilla is never with one guy for long, she's a grown woman and knows what she wants and gets it every time, the party never starts till she walks in.
Tommaso is the exact same, the fuck em and leave em type of guy your daddy warns you away from.
Both start of their relationship knowing the deal, Its just some fun and nothing more. But feeling always have a funny way of making themselves known and that is no different here.
I thought this was different for BK, her books are normally more intense and suspenseful and I enjoy that kind of work from her more than this. It was still good but not my favorite.
January 18, 2018
5++++ stars
As always, Bethany-Kris fulfills all my hope and dreams.
I don't want to get too much into the story because I don't think my word would do any justice to this book.
But I'm gonna say that this: Bethany Kris is by far, the best author for mafia romance novels.
I think I first started with Dante's book, and then became addicted.
I went through all of them in maybe a month, and now, I'm binding my time between release dates, but luckily that doesn't mean I have to wait months and months, and maybe years.
Effortless was not what I expected, I must say.
From all the previous stories I read, maybe I wasn't paying much attention to Cam, or maybe the author is so good, but I always thought she was just like her mother. But she isn't. So big surprise there.
Then, there was their story, and now that I read it, I'm just gonna bit my nails until I get my hand on John and Siena's book. And then Andino and Haven, Joe and Liliana, and so much more.
I have a feeling I'm gonna have a year full of 5+++ stars books.
As always, Bethany-Kris fulfills all my hope and dreams.
I don't want to get too much into the story because I don't think my word would do any justice to this book.
But I'm gonna say that this: Bethany Kris is by far, the best author for mafia romance novels.
I think I first started with Dante's book, and then became addicted.
I went through all of them in maybe a month, and now, I'm binding my time between release dates, but luckily that doesn't mean I have to wait months and months, and maybe years.
Effortless was not what I expected, I must say.
From all the previous stories I read, maybe I wasn't paying much attention to Cam, or maybe the author is so good, but I always thought she was just like her mother. But she isn't. So big surprise there.
Then, there was their story, and now that I read it, I'm just gonna bit my nails until I get my hand on John and Siena's book. And then Andino and Haven, Joe and Liliana, and so much more.
I have a feeling I'm gonna have a year full of 5+++ stars books.
December 30, 2017
“Love shouldn’t be a scary thing. Loving someone shouldn’t be hard to do, even if it’s hard to find. Love should be effortless.”
My last book of the year? Effortless by Bethany-Kris of course.
I can't deny I'm definitely falling in love more and more with this Legacy Novels and Tom and Cam book wasn't the exception.
Effortless, is a more relaxed novel with less angst but a lot of smut (Yas!), we learn the ride our characters have to travel to get their happily ever after, it's probably the less bloody of all books I've read by Miss Bethany and definitely a more fluffy and romantic story that's its more than worth reading.
The story, as I've said before center's around Camilla Donati and Tommaso Rossi relationship
when the pair meet... sparks fly , this book is filled with hot hot steamy scenes! But it also has an actual story! And that guys is the amazing part, you're going to be left wanting more!
You have to read this book!
Happy reading!
My last book of the year? Effortless by Bethany-Kris of course.
I can't deny I'm definitely falling in love more and more with this Legacy Novels and Tom and Cam book wasn't the exception.
Effortless, is a more relaxed novel with less angst but a lot of smut (Yas!), we learn the ride our characters have to travel to get their happily ever after, it's probably the less bloody of all books I've read by Miss Bethany and definitely a more fluffy and romantic story that's its more than worth reading.
The story, as I've said before center's around Camilla Donati and Tommaso Rossi relationship
when the pair meet... sparks fly , this book is filled with hot hot steamy scenes! But it also has an actual story! And that guys is the amazing part, you're going to be left wanting more!
You have to read this book!
Happy reading!
December 17, 2019
Effortless was pure Bethany Kris amazingness. I fell in love with Cami and Tomasso in Beni and August's book and needed to read their story asap. I loved the immediate connection between Tom and Cami and how in sync they were. They were perfect separately but together were everything!
I fell in love with Tom right away. He was sexy and intense but a good man through and through. I loved seeing his connection with Cami and how he knew she was his gamechanger. Likewise, Cami was straight FIRE! That girl knew what she wanted and didn't make any bones about it. They were just fantastic together. I loved seeing Cross and can't wait to read his books with Catherine.
All in all this story was magnificent. It was heartwarming, sexy af and just amazing watching a man patiently love his woman while waiting for her to realize she loved him just as much. Bravo! 5 Effortless Stars! ~Ratula
I fell in love with Tom right away. He was sexy and intense but a good man through and through. I loved seeing his connection with Cami and how he knew she was his gamechanger. Likewise, Cami was straight FIRE! That girl knew what she wanted and didn't make any bones about it. They were just fantastic together. I loved seeing Cross and can't wait to read his books with Catherine.
All in all this story was magnificent. It was heartwarming, sexy af and just amazing watching a man patiently love his woman while waiting for her to realize she loved him just as much. Bravo! 5 Effortless Stars! ~Ratula
February 19, 2021
This has been a surprising book for me because Camilla doesn't fit the image of a typical mob boss's daughter. Too wild for my taste.
Tommaso won my heart for his patience but also for his temperance. He knew how to guide Camilla on the right path that led her straight to his heart.
I love when I see couples from other books, but Cal and Emma are one of my favorites and reading about them I really enjoyed.
Tommaso won my heart for his patience but also for his temperance. He knew how to guide Camilla on the right path that led her straight to his heart.
I love when I see couples from other books, but Cal and Emma are one of my favorites and reading about them I really enjoyed.
January 15, 2018
That ending was just perfect. To laugh at the end was everything that is Tommaso & Camilla.
Cam is a hell cat, free spirited, pseudo feminist and Tom is a less arrogant version of her brother, Cross.
I really enjoyed her character, she is what most young girls are today yet her inner angst made me want to shake her. For someone whose parents have a relationship that withstood so much, it was confusing to connect with her & her immature reluctance of love. But I believe that may have been the point; she was 19 and immature with a man in front of her. And not just any man, a future boss.
Tom was cool, level headed. Easy. He was effortless.
This story is very much like Tom. I smiled through every chapter. This story is happiness.
Now back to the heavy shit.
P.s. protective hair styles and weaves BK? I was about dying reading that. No shade. It was good. Can August get her own story please? If you’re taking request 🙃.
Cam is a hell cat, free spirited, pseudo feminist and Tom is a less arrogant version of her brother, Cross.
I really enjoyed her character, she is what most young girls are today yet her inner angst made me want to shake her. For someone whose parents have a relationship that withstood so much, it was confusing to connect with her & her immature reluctance of love. But I believe that may have been the point; she was 19 and immature with a man in front of her. And not just any man, a future boss.
Tom was cool, level headed. Easy. He was effortless.
This story is very much like Tom. I smiled through every chapter. This story is happiness.
Now back to the heavy shit.
P.s. protective hair styles and weaves BK? I was about dying reading that. No shade. It was good. Can August get her own story please? If you’re taking request 🙃.
February 2, 2018
3 1/2 really
This is one of the first books by this author that I really didn’t love. I really didn’t like Camilla, there was just something about her. I just wanted to hear from my favorite guy Cross. He is the best...anyway I digress....
I just didn’t get into the relationship and felt like she was so mean to Tom. It is a sweet story no real drama or heartache. Ok read
This is one of the first books by this author that I really didn’t love. I really didn’t like Camilla, there was just something about her. I just wanted to hear from my favorite guy Cross. He is the best...anyway I digress....
I just didn’t get into the relationship and felt like she was so mean to Tom. It is a sweet story no real drama or heartache. Ok read
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April 19, 2020
April 2020 -- 5 Stars
I loved.these two and could identify with Camilla's spirit.
I loved.these two and could identify with Camilla's spirit.
January 15, 2018
After reading the other books in the Legacy series, this was a delightful change. There was not has much heaviness in this story. I love that the author went this route, but don’t get me wrong if it was heavy I most light would still find it captivating.
For me, Bethany Kris novels has always been one that I can easily get lost in and this was no different. The book was easy-to-read, I got easily imbedded into this book.
We got a glimpse of Camilla and Tommaso in the Unruly novel. This book gives you a background of how their relationship evolved.
I liked that Camilla is driven and head strong. Her only point of confusion is her love life. Camilla has a fear of commitment and is not sure if long lasting love is something for her. Due to this she is elusive.
Tommaso is learning the ropes of his father’s business. One day he will be expected to run this organization, but he has come to a cross roads. He doesn’t feel fulfilled and there seems to be something missing.
Camilla’s and Tommaso’s relationship started off as lust. One-night stand with no strings attached. The more they got to know each, the more they became connected.
I love Tommaso. He is charismatic, charming, kind, smart but oh so deadly. That’s HOT right?!!
The only issue I have with this book is that I did not grasp a good understanding of why Camilla felt the way she did about relationships. What were her fears? Where were those fears rooted from?
Overall this book was a good read.
*Voluntarily read an Arc for a honest review.
For me, Bethany Kris novels has always been one that I can easily get lost in and this was no different. The book was easy-to-read, I got easily imbedded into this book.
We got a glimpse of Camilla and Tommaso in the Unruly novel. This book gives you a background of how their relationship evolved.
I liked that Camilla is driven and head strong. Her only point of confusion is her love life. Camilla has a fear of commitment and is not sure if long lasting love is something for her. Due to this she is elusive.
Tommaso is learning the ropes of his father’s business. One day he will be expected to run this organization, but he has come to a cross roads. He doesn’t feel fulfilled and there seems to be something missing.
Camilla’s and Tommaso’s relationship started off as lust. One-night stand with no strings attached. The more they got to know each, the more they became connected.
I love Tommaso. He is charismatic, charming, kind, smart but oh so deadly. That’s HOT right?!!
The only issue I have with this book is that I did not grasp a good understanding of why Camilla felt the way she did about relationships. What were her fears? Where were those fears rooted from?
Overall this book was a good read.
*Voluntarily read an Arc for a honest review.
January 15, 2018
When you are reading a Bethany Kris book, one should expect some dark and hardcore mafia action that is explosive and pretty much addictive. Effortless was different. I am loving the Legacy novels so much. The kids all grown up are starting to feel like their parents and this is making me smile. Effortless totally gave me goosebumps. After the heaviness of the Cross+Catherine trilogy, Bethany Kris decided to give me something totally contemporary and just beautiful. I was in absolute heaven reading Effortless. I had that Cheshire grin on my face and I was totally captured in mafia romance so freaking swoon worthy and emotional. Effortless is just the perfect blend of mafia and contemporary romance that will have you up all night with shivers and tingles.
Effortless was a contemporary romance that kept me engaged throughout. I was totally pulled into a plot that touched my heart. It was totally different from all her books because it touched on the romantic side of the mafia which I truly needed. It allowed to transport to somewhere easy and totally capturing. Sexy. Dirty. Romantic. Effortless was a romance so weightless and with lots of feelings that definitely moved me. It still had the mafia elements but it focused on the relationship of Camilla Donati and Tommaso Rossi. Steamy, Effortless was an amazing romance that flowed easity. From the characters to the hot scenes, I was completely enthralled.
Cam Donati is a feisty woman with a strong and sassy side. She takes no shit from anyone and does her thing on her own. I really loved her. Tommaso Rossi was mafia capo but he was attentive and caring to Cam. He was all about business but he was a good man with a good heart in him. Cam and Tom just had that special bond with off the charts chemistry. Bethany Kris characters always up to par in my eyes, And Cam and Tom were absolutely perfect.
If you looking for a romantic mafia romance, this is the book for you.
ARC provided by author in exchange for an honest review.
Effortless was a contemporary romance that kept me engaged throughout. I was totally pulled into a plot that touched my heart. It was totally different from all her books because it touched on the romantic side of the mafia which I truly needed. It allowed to transport to somewhere easy and totally capturing. Sexy. Dirty. Romantic. Effortless was a romance so weightless and with lots of feelings that definitely moved me. It still had the mafia elements but it focused on the relationship of Camilla Donati and Tommaso Rossi. Steamy, Effortless was an amazing romance that flowed easity. From the characters to the hot scenes, I was completely enthralled.
Cam Donati is a feisty woman with a strong and sassy side. She takes no shit from anyone and does her thing on her own. I really loved her. Tommaso Rossi was mafia capo but he was attentive and caring to Cam. He was all about business but he was a good man with a good heart in him. Cam and Tom just had that special bond with off the charts chemistry. Bethany Kris characters always up to par in my eyes, And Cam and Tom were absolutely perfect.
If you looking for a romantic mafia romance, this is the book for you.
ARC provided by author in exchange for an honest review.
November 8, 2025
Camilla Donati no es una chica de relación, es de las que toma y deja. No está interesada en nada serio, hasta que conoce a Tom y su corazón despierta, comenzando una guerra con su cerebro.
Tommaso Rossi está aburrido y harto de su trabajo. Como el futuro Jefe del Outfit de Chicago, su padre insistió que empezara desde abajo y pase por todo los puestos, pero Tom solo quiere lo que su padre no está dispuesto a darle: el tráfico de armas.
Después de explotar contra un soldado, su tío le ordena ver al Jefe, y este le dice que se tome un descanso.
Así es como Tommaso se dirige a Nueva York con el fin de tomarse un descanso.
Lo que comienza como una sola noche apasionada, comienza a despertar sentimientos en ambos. Pero la diferencia es que Tom es franco sobre lo que siente mientras que Cam se niega rotundamente, fiel a su vida de soltera rebelde.
La historia está bien, no hay mucha mafia pero es porque se centra más en el romance. La relación de Tom y Cam es linda, un poco me recordó a la relación de los padres de Tommaso.
Me gustó que fuera Cam quien fuera a buscarlo a Tom al final, lo cual era obvio.
La relación de los hermanos Donati es hermosa, se apoyan en todo y se dan su espacio.
Los padres de los dos SON UNAS JOYAS. Como se nota que en esta nueva generación los padres van a estar más abiertos a ciertas cosas como la sexualidad y la voz de la mujer.
Y Tom es EL HOMBRE. No puedo decidirme entre él y Joe Rossi. Ambos son increíbles.
El libro me gustó bastante.
Tommaso Rossi está aburrido y harto de su trabajo. Como el futuro Jefe del Outfit de Chicago, su padre insistió que empezara desde abajo y pase por todo los puestos, pero Tom solo quiere lo que su padre no está dispuesto a darle: el tráfico de armas.
Después de explotar contra un soldado, su tío le ordena ver al Jefe, y este le dice que se tome un descanso.
Así es como Tommaso se dirige a Nueva York con el fin de tomarse un descanso.
Lo que comienza como una sola noche apasionada, comienza a despertar sentimientos en ambos. Pero la diferencia es que Tom es franco sobre lo que siente mientras que Cam se niega rotundamente, fiel a su vida de soltera rebelde.
La historia está bien, no hay mucha mafia pero es porque se centra más en el romance. La relación de Tom y Cam es linda, un poco me recordó a la relación de los padres de Tommaso.
Me gustó que fuera Cam quien fuera a buscarlo a Tom al final, lo cual era obvio.
La relación de los hermanos Donati es hermosa, se apoyan en todo y se dan su espacio.
Los padres de los dos SON UNAS JOYAS. Como se nota que en esta nueva generación los padres van a estar más abiertos a ciertas cosas como la sexualidad y la voz de la mujer.
Y Tom es EL HOMBRE. No puedo decidirme entre él y Joe Rossi. Ambos son increíbles.
El libro me gustó bastante.
August 10, 2021
Ni siquiera se si voy a poder explicar lo que me encanto este libro y los personajes.
"Sabía que tenía suerte. Otras principessas, chicas como ella con un padre italiano, jefe de la Cosa Nostra, no eran tan afortunadas. Su vida no les permitía mucha libertad."
Camilla Donati es totalmente distinta al resto de las mujeres que ya venia leyendo de la autora. Y tiene mucha más libertad que cualquier mujer que está envuelta en la mafia. Esto ya era algo que Calisto y Emma adelantaron en Behind the Bloodlines, que sus hijos iban a tener ciertas libertades en este mundo y se ve que cumplieron.
"—Cam hace lo que quiere, hombre. Hace lo que le da la gana, y nada de lo que digan los demás le afecta mucho. Mientras se divierta, nadie la molesta, y no necesita que yo intervenga, así que me mantengo alejado. Es mi hermana, no mi propiedad."Cross.
¿Y Tommaso? Dios, estos chicos están Rossi dividiéndose mi corazón entre ellos (y todavía falta leer a Cory). Él esta aburrido y no sabe que es lo que quiere, más allá de cierto negocio que el padre se niega a darle. Asi que se toma unas semanas y se va a visitar a su amigo Cross Donati... hasta que se cruza con su hermana menor y queda cautivado con ella.
Algo que me gustó de Tommaso fue como supo entender a Camilla y darle su espacio. Fue como que le gustaba ella y se lo hizo saber, pero no iba a hacer nada a menos que Cam estuviera lista para estar en una relación y quisiera estarlo, y si ella no quería nada él la respetaría.
"Se casaría con una mujer como Camilla en un abrir y cerrar de ojos. Ella era única. No había otra mujer a su alrededor que pudiera mantener su atención como ella lo hacía, o encender su fuego."
Al principio puede que la relación entre ellos haya sido física y se buscaban para tener sexo. Pero Tom menciona al verla y hablar con ella aquella noche que la conoció que bien podría ser el tipo de mujer que podría amar. Y por decir lo menos, si que se enamoró de ella. Estaba hasta las manos en cuanto a sus sentimientos por Camilla.
Me divirtió mucho leerlos. Su dinámica juntos y sus formas de ser me gustaron.
"—El amor no debería ser algo que dé miedo. Amar a alguien no debería ser difícil de hacer, aunque sea difícil de encontrar. El amor no debería requerir de esfuerzo."Tom.
También me gustó el apoyo que recibieron desde el principio por Cross y los padres de ambos. Calisto como padre es muy presente y comunicativo, además de que les da ese espacio para que se sientan cómodos de ir y hablarle de cualquier tema sin problema. Mientras que Tommas tampoco se queda atrás, apoya a su hijo en su relación con Cam y la hace sentir bienvenida cuando la conoce. Y entiende totalmente a su hijo cuando él necesita hacer viajes a Nueva York. Emma y Abriella no se quedan atrás, las amé a las dos.
"—Te amo, Tom.
—Lo sé… te amo.
—Supongo que no es tan difícil de decir. No da tanto miedo.
—¿Ves? —dijo él—. El amor no requiere de esfuerzo, Cam."
Y hablando de personajes que apoyaron la relación o empujaron a una parte de ella a intentarlo, no puedo no mencionar a August, la mejor amiga de Camilla. Realmente no puedo esperar a leer su libro, porque se que estará con ese chico Guzzi.
El libro fue muy entretenido. No tiene mucha mafia porque se centra principalmente en la pareja y sus sentimientos, o en ellos individualmente, pero me gustó mucho.
Algunas cositas que me gustaron y no puedo no mencionarlas:
>La relación de hermanos de Camilla y Cross. Una de las mejores que lei y me encantó. Cross no era super sobreprotector con ella al punto de espantar a los chicos que se acercaban a ella pero la cuidaba.
>La amistad de Tom y Cross.
>Cross Donati. Que hombre. Espero leerlo pronto y verlo feliz con la chica que ama.
>Camilla siendo bi. Entre todas esas tradiciones italianas de la vieja escuela no esperaba encontrarme con un personaje lgbt+.
>"—Supongo que estás aquí para preguntarme si puedes salir con mi hija, y no necesitas preguntarme nada a mí . No tomo esas decisiones por Cam, nunca lo he hecho." Esto ya lo hizo Joe Rossi en Captivated pero me gusto verlo de nuevo con Tom. Y la razón por la que me gusta esto no es porque ambos fueron y pidieron permiso a sus padres para salir con sus hijas, sino que se nota como Lucian y Calisto que vienen de una generación donde tenían que hacerlo están dejandolo atrás y demostrando que las mujeres ahora tienen el derecho a decidir.
>"Era muy consciente de que a la sociedad le gustaba ponerle etiquetas porque no aprobaban sus elecciones. Una mujer fuerte e independiente era mucho más fácil de insultar que de admirar y elogiar."
"Sabía que tenía suerte. Otras principessas, chicas como ella con un padre italiano, jefe de la Cosa Nostra, no eran tan afortunadas. Su vida no les permitía mucha libertad."
Camilla Donati es totalmente distinta al resto de las mujeres que ya venia leyendo de la autora. Y tiene mucha más libertad que cualquier mujer que está envuelta en la mafia. Esto ya era algo que Calisto y Emma adelantaron en Behind the Bloodlines, que sus hijos iban a tener ciertas libertades en este mundo y se ve que cumplieron.
"—Cam hace lo que quiere, hombre. Hace lo que le da la gana, y nada de lo que digan los demás le afecta mucho. Mientras se divierta, nadie la molesta, y no necesita que yo intervenga, así que me mantengo alejado. Es mi hermana, no mi propiedad."Cross.
¿Y Tommaso? Dios, estos chicos están Rossi dividiéndose mi corazón entre ellos (y todavía falta leer a Cory). Él esta aburrido y no sabe que es lo que quiere, más allá de cierto negocio que el padre se niega a darle. Asi que se toma unas semanas y se va a visitar a su amigo Cross Donati... hasta que se cruza con su hermana menor y queda cautivado con ella.
Algo que me gustó de Tommaso fue como supo entender a Camilla y darle su espacio. Fue como que le gustaba ella y se lo hizo saber, pero no iba a hacer nada a menos que Cam estuviera lista para estar en una relación y quisiera estarlo, y si ella no quería nada él la respetaría.
"Se casaría con una mujer como Camilla en un abrir y cerrar de ojos. Ella era única. No había otra mujer a su alrededor que pudiera mantener su atención como ella lo hacía, o encender su fuego."
Al principio puede que la relación entre ellos haya sido física y se buscaban para tener sexo. Pero Tom menciona al verla y hablar con ella aquella noche que la conoció que bien podría ser el tipo de mujer que podría amar. Y por decir lo menos, si que se enamoró de ella. Estaba hasta las manos en cuanto a sus sentimientos por Camilla.
Me divirtió mucho leerlos. Su dinámica juntos y sus formas de ser me gustaron.
"—El amor no debería ser algo que dé miedo. Amar a alguien no debería ser difícil de hacer, aunque sea difícil de encontrar. El amor no debería requerir de esfuerzo."Tom.
También me gustó el apoyo que recibieron desde el principio por Cross y los padres de ambos. Calisto como padre es muy presente y comunicativo, además de que les da ese espacio para que se sientan cómodos de ir y hablarle de cualquier tema sin problema. Mientras que Tommas tampoco se queda atrás, apoya a su hijo en su relación con Cam y la hace sentir bienvenida cuando la conoce. Y entiende totalmente a su hijo cuando él necesita hacer viajes a Nueva York. Emma y Abriella no se quedan atrás, las amé a las dos.
"—Te amo, Tom.
—Lo sé… te amo.
—Supongo que no es tan difícil de decir. No da tanto miedo.
—¿Ves? —dijo él—. El amor no requiere de esfuerzo, Cam."
Y hablando de personajes que apoyaron la relación o empujaron a una parte de ella a intentarlo, no puedo no mencionar a August, la mejor amiga de Camilla. Realmente no puedo esperar a leer su libro, porque se que estará con ese chico Guzzi.
El libro fue muy entretenido. No tiene mucha mafia porque se centra principalmente en la pareja y sus sentimientos, o en ellos individualmente, pero me gustó mucho.
Algunas cositas que me gustaron y no puedo no mencionarlas:
>La relación de hermanos de Camilla y Cross. Una de las mejores que lei y me encantó. Cross no era super sobreprotector con ella al punto de espantar a los chicos que se acercaban a ella pero la cuidaba.
>La amistad de Tom y Cross.
>Cross Donati. Que hombre. Espero leerlo pronto y verlo feliz con la chica que ama.
>Camilla siendo bi. Entre todas esas tradiciones italianas de la vieja escuela no esperaba encontrarme con un personaje lgbt+.
>"—Supongo que estás aquí para preguntarme si puedes salir con mi hija, y no necesitas preguntarme nada a mí . No tomo esas decisiones por Cam, nunca lo he hecho." Esto ya lo hizo Joe Rossi en Captivated pero me gusto verlo de nuevo con Tom. Y la razón por la que me gusta esto no es porque ambos fueron y pidieron permiso a sus padres para salir con sus hijas, sino que se nota como Lucian y Calisto que vienen de una generación donde tenían que hacerlo están dejandolo atrás y demostrando que las mujeres ahora tienen el derecho a decidir.
>"Era muy consciente de que a la sociedad le gustaba ponerle etiquetas porque no aprobaban sus elecciones. Una mujer fuerte e independiente era mucho más fácil de insultar que de admirar y elogiar."
January 17, 2018
If you know me then you will know that I was introduced to this lovely mafia world when I first received the arc for Revere, which is cross and Catherine's book and I fell in love. Hence it was a no-brainer for me when this stumbled into my life. Who can resist a Donati right?
I really loved this book (I was not expecting anything less to be completely honest with you guys!) and before you proceed any further into the review, know that I highly recommend you read this book ASAP! And if you haven’t read any books from the Legacy novel series, then you are really wasting your time here. Go, now. Seriously.
Camilla Donati did not disappoint as Cross’ younger sister. Sharing the same blood and the last name, these two are people you cannot help but fall in love at first page. Cross makes a lot of appearance in the book, which I cannot tell you how much I appreciate because I have honestly missed that man so much!
Just like her brother, Camilla is a wild and free-spirited woman. She neither needs nor asks for permission to do anything, and that is something I love and respect the hell out of! She does whatever (and whoever) she wants to whenever and wherever she wants to. She is confident, alluring and seductive without even trying too hard. She knows the effect she has on men and she isn’t afraid to take advantage of it while leaving them heartbroken at the end of it all.
Having said that, Camilla is also very ambitious. She is hardworking and goal-oriented. I absolutely loved her!
Tommaso Rossi, on the other hand, is not exactly having the best time of his life. He is not where he wants to be in terms of his career, and his personal life definitely needs a burst of color.
That’s where Camilla comes in like a tornado.
I loved Tom and his patience and persistence when it came to Camilla. It was clear from the start that he knew what he wanted and he wasn’t leaving without it.
But knowing Camilla, she did what she does best and broke Tom’s heart. What she didn’t realize was that Tommaso managed to break every single wall around her heart and all her rules when it comes to dating.
The two are very different, not to mention, much unexpected. But their love was so effortless.
4.5 Stars
**ARC provided in exchange for an honest review. All thoughts and opinions are my own**
I really loved this book (I was not expecting anything less to be completely honest with you guys!) and before you proceed any further into the review, know that I highly recommend you read this book ASAP! And if you haven’t read any books from the Legacy novel series, then you are really wasting your time here. Go, now. Seriously.
Camilla Donati did not disappoint as Cross’ younger sister. Sharing the same blood and the last name, these two are people you cannot help but fall in love at first page. Cross makes a lot of appearance in the book, which I cannot tell you how much I appreciate because I have honestly missed that man so much!
Just like her brother, Camilla is a wild and free-spirited woman. She neither needs nor asks for permission to do anything, and that is something I love and respect the hell out of! She does whatever (and whoever) she wants to whenever and wherever she wants to. She is confident, alluring and seductive without even trying too hard. She knows the effect she has on men and she isn’t afraid to take advantage of it while leaving them heartbroken at the end of it all.
Having said that, Camilla is also very ambitious. She is hardworking and goal-oriented. I absolutely loved her!
Tommaso Rossi, on the other hand, is not exactly having the best time of his life. He is not where he wants to be in terms of his career, and his personal life definitely needs a burst of color.
That’s where Camilla comes in like a tornado.
I loved Tom and his patience and persistence when it came to Camilla. It was clear from the start that he knew what he wanted and he wasn’t leaving without it.
But knowing Camilla, she did what she does best and broke Tom’s heart. What she didn’t realize was that Tommaso managed to break every single wall around her heart and all her rules when it comes to dating.
The two are very different, not to mention, much unexpected. But their love was so effortless.
4.5 Stars
**ARC provided in exchange for an honest review. All thoughts and opinions are my own**
February 18, 2021
“Lo sello todo con un rápido ingenio, una mente sucia y uno de sus guiños.”
En esta historia tenemos a la pareja conformada por Camilla Donati y Tommaso Rossi. Tommaso me gustó mucho, el hijo de mi amorcito Tommy fue lo que esperaba. Camilla, no me gustó tanto, una chica muy liberal para este mundo de la mafia y para mi gusto, odié su forma de ser.
Nos encontramos con una historia bastante simple, sobre perseverar por lo que vale la pena. Sin casi acción, ni asuntos de la mafia. Se centró más en la relación de nuestros protas. Aunque, pienso que me faltó profundidad en sus sentimientos. La historia fue demasiado rápida y llena de escenas hot que me hizo pensar que solamente estaban juntos por el sexo, al menos del lado de Camilla. Desde el puro inicio fueron muy físicos y solo topamos con la parte superficial.
El libro fue entretenido y me gustó, principalmente por los otros protas (Tommy, Ella, Cal y Cross), me encantó mucho la interacción entre cada familia, sin embargo, no ha sido de las mejores historias y la prota no me convenció.
“Cásate conmigo, Camilla. Sé mi esposa. Dame un para siempre.”
En esta historia tenemos a la pareja conformada por Camilla Donati y Tommaso Rossi. Tommaso me gustó mucho, el hijo de mi amorcito Tommy fue lo que esperaba. Camilla, no me gustó tanto, una chica muy liberal para este mundo de la mafia y para mi gusto, odié su forma de ser.
Nos encontramos con una historia bastante simple, sobre perseverar por lo que vale la pena. Sin casi acción, ni asuntos de la mafia. Se centró más en la relación de nuestros protas. Aunque, pienso que me faltó profundidad en sus sentimientos. La historia fue demasiado rápida y llena de escenas hot que me hizo pensar que solamente estaban juntos por el sexo, al menos del lado de Camilla. Desde el puro inicio fueron muy físicos y solo topamos con la parte superficial.
El libro fue entretenido y me gustó, principalmente por los otros protas (Tommy, Ella, Cal y Cross), me encantó mucho la interacción entre cada familia, sin embargo, no ha sido de las mejores historias y la prota no me convenció.
“Cásate conmigo, Camilla. Sé mi esposa. Dame un para siempre.”
December 28, 2017
Another great story! Effortless is a legacy novel and definitely a challenge. In a very good way of course. This story is romance and although the business is mentioned here and there, relationships are the focus in this story!
Cam is a handful. She’s feisty. She knows exactly what she wants. She doesn’t hesitate to go after what she wants. She is a no nonsense, shoot straight from the hip kinda girl! She is quite the firecracker. And Tom is just the guy to tame that flame! Cam gives ole boy a run for his money or so she thinks. Tom is a patient man. That’s the beauty of rising out of the Chicago War series....one learns patience. And it pays off big time with Cam!
This steamy and sexy read is without a doubt Erotica! Effortless is well written, the characters and scenes flow effortlessly, and the intimate play is top notch!
4 stars!
Cam is a handful. She’s feisty. She knows exactly what she wants. She doesn’t hesitate to go after what she wants. She is a no nonsense, shoot straight from the hip kinda girl! She is quite the firecracker. And Tom is just the guy to tame that flame! Cam gives ole boy a run for his money or so she thinks. Tom is a patient man. That’s the beauty of rising out of the Chicago War series....one learns patience. And it pays off big time with Cam!
This steamy and sexy read is without a doubt Erotica! Effortless is well written, the characters and scenes flow effortlessly, and the intimate play is top notch!
4 stars!
December 30, 2017
Effortless by Bethany-Kris was a more fluffier story then her other works. It focuses more on the relationship of Camilla and Tommaso, rather than the business.
Camilla is rather feisty, and will stop at nothing to get what she want's. And her eyes are set dead on Tommaso Rossi. The bad boy, with a quite mind. Her mo is that she doesn't do relationships, there to messy. Can't stay in one spot, for too long. Cam is scared to let anyone in, and see the vulnerability that she hides behind her mask. But there is something about Tommaso that intrigues her.
These two have that spark, they feel that pull towards one another. And when Cam finally lets Tommaso in, it's one hell of a ride.
Effortless is a rather fun, smutty read, that I recommend to all the mafia lovers like myself.
Camilla is rather feisty, and will stop at nothing to get what she want's. And her eyes are set dead on Tommaso Rossi. The bad boy, with a quite mind. Her mo is that she doesn't do relationships, there to messy. Can't stay in one spot, for too long. Cam is scared to let anyone in, and see the vulnerability that she hides behind her mask. But there is something about Tommaso that intrigues her.
These two have that spark, they feel that pull towards one another. And when Cam finally lets Tommaso in, it's one hell of a ride.
Effortless is a rather fun, smutty read, that I recommend to all the mafia lovers like myself.
February 10, 2018
Different, sweet and easy.....
That was a good easy read. Tommaso was a nice addition. I always wanted his story, and pairing him up with Camilla? Interesting.
She’s a tad too wild for me, but I enjoyed the second half of the book a lot.
So, now that I’m all caught up (yay!) I noticed we’re getting Johns book. But, I’m left wondering if I missed Andinos story or it’s still yet to be told? Because.....we got a sneak into his life in Catherine & Crosses book.....so hmmmm.
That was a good easy read. Tommaso was a nice addition. I always wanted his story, and pairing him up with Camilla? Interesting.
She’s a tad too wild for me, but I enjoyed the second half of the book a lot.
So, now that I’m all caught up (yay!) I noticed we’re getting Johns book. But, I’m left wondering if I missed Andinos story or it’s still yet to be told? Because.....we got a sneak into his life in Catherine & Crosses book.....so hmmmm.
January 16, 2018
Effortless is a love story between Camilla Donati and Tommaso Rossi. Grown up in the same world, but different destinations,and their meeting changed them.
It was easy to fall for both Tom and Cam. I adored Tom's understanding, honor, passion, He really was a good and decent man. He was just finding his way in life, looking for his purpose, and this story was about his journey in finding himself. I admired Cam's independence, her ambitions, her confidence, and her vulnerability.
It was easy to fall for both Tom and Cam. I adored Tom's understanding, honor, passion, He really was a good and decent man. He was just finding his way in life, looking for his purpose, and this story was about his journey in finding himself. I admired Cam's independence, her ambitions, her confidence, and her vulnerability.
July 14, 2022
4.5/5 🫶
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