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Bachman Brotherhood #1
Bronson
I like nice things, but this time I've stolen from the wrong man.
He caught me red-handed, but he didn't call the police.
He's the kind of man who settles his own scores.
One stern look left me trembling... and then he took off his belt.
What should a big, bad man like me do with such a naughty little girl?
I only meant to teach her a lesson.
I didn't plan to bring her into my world.
But now she's mine... and I protect what's mine.
Publisher's Note: Bronson includes spankings and sexual scenes. If such material offends you, please don't buy this book.
He caught me red-handed, but he didn't call the police.
He's the kind of man who settles his own scores.
One stern look left me trembling... and then he took off his belt.
What should a big, bad man like me do with such a naughty little girl?
I only meant to teach her a lesson.
I didn't plan to bring her into my world.
But now she's mine... and I protect what's mine.
Publisher's Note: Bronson includes spankings and sexual scenes. If such material offends you, please don't buy this book.
208 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 1, 2019
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July 7, 2019
I didn't read the blurb cuz i liked how hawt the cover was lol hawt dude but this was a mob/daddy kink story so if that isn't your cupp just mark pass.. but ill be honest there was no "daddy" words said..it felt more dom/sub in my mind..
Paige a nurse stealing from rich giving to the poor.. she has a heart of gold and trying to make sure the peoples she knows are taken care of.. but she accidently steals from a man your not suppose to.. but she is disciplined for that and offered a job one day every Saturday since Bronson wants her close and taken care of.
But there are some mishaps in what Bronson wants and she's annoyed so she goes on a date with a nice guy but it ends when Bronson finally gives in and claims his girl..
For a "mob" story i didnt feel it.. it just felt like a rich guy who owns a jewelry store.. no real mob stuff.. besides having guys around.. nothing shady ever happens really.. :/
As for both char they were cool nothing to wow or to boring.. just alright.. bless that paige wasn't a brat or annoying.. (it only happened one time.. and it was planning a wedding) idk if i wanna read Carters story.. i guess since the family is taking bets on how long him and his fiance (i am guessing she's the heroine for their story?) Shes bratty and from what we saw in this story.. no thanks..
Low agnst, no ow drama not really kinda om, Slight secondary chara,Drama, sexy times, no virgins
Recommend- maybe
Cover-⭐⭐
Slowish-insta
Push/pull from both
Spankings/discipline
Anal play/sex
Older/younger couple
No condom
Daddy kink
HFN
Paige a nurse stealing from rich giving to the poor.. she has a heart of gold and trying to make sure the peoples she knows are taken care of.. but she accidently steals from a man your not suppose to.. but she is disciplined for that and offered a job one day every Saturday since Bronson wants her close and taken care of.
But there are some mishaps in what Bronson wants and she's annoyed so she goes on a date with a nice guy but it ends when Bronson finally gives in and claims his girl..
For a "mob" story i didnt feel it.. it just felt like a rich guy who owns a jewelry store.. no real mob stuff.. besides having guys around.. nothing shady ever happens really.. :/
As for both char they were cool nothing to wow or to boring.. just alright.. bless that paige wasn't a brat or annoying.. (it only happened one time.. and it was planning a wedding) idk if i wanna read Carters story.. i guess since the family is taking bets on how long him and his fiance (i am guessing she's the heroine for their story?) Shes bratty and from what we saw in this story.. no thanks..
Low agnst, no ow drama not really kinda om, Slight secondary chara,Drama, sexy times, no virgins
Recommend- maybe
Cover-⭐⭐
Slowish-insta
Push/pull from both
Spankings/discipline
Anal play/sex
Older/younger couple
No condom
Daddy kink
HFN
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August 15, 2019
Usually I go crazy with my tags for books but this one I didn't really feel the need to check many boxes off including mafia even though the book is labeled Bronson: A Mafia Billionaire Romance. The reason for this was it never really detailed any true mafia life and what Bronson Bachman (the H) described as their family business all while calling himself a criminal was nothing but do good deeds and Robin Hood activity but there was no action taken within the story to show even that. I also couldn't really get into the story because once he's pronounced his feelings for the (h) Paige, he takes her to show where all the Bachman's reside and it was just too unrealistic for my suspension of disbelief to believe. This is NYC we're talking about and the idea of their closed off community was something I couldn't swallow even in fiction. Did I like Bronson? Yes. Did I like Paige? Sure. But the story was too bland for me to get into and although it passed the time for some entertainment value, unfortunately this one just didn't do it for me. But I hate ranking low so I'm rounding up from a 2.75 to a 3*** and chalking this one up to a time killer in between group reads.
July 6, 2019
I THINK I FOUND MY NEW BOOK DADDY ❤️
Ms. Handel has found a new genre to delve into, and I LOVE IT! Holy Smokes, Bronson Bachman, has that sexy, stern Daddy thing going on that I can’t resist. Paige has her flaws but has a huge heart. What I love about this book, besides Bronson, is the buildup between Bronson and Paige and that this book is not insta-love. The story sucked me in (I read it in one sitting). I also really enjoyed seeing Bronson’s world. And don’t worry, the heat level is SIZZLING in this book. I’m so glad it is a series!
Ms. Handel has found a new genre to delve into, and I LOVE IT! Holy Smokes, Bronson Bachman, has that sexy, stern Daddy thing going on that I can’t resist. Paige has her flaws but has a huge heart. What I love about this book, besides Bronson, is the buildup between Bronson and Paige and that this book is not insta-love. The story sucked me in (I read it in one sitting). I also really enjoyed seeing Bronson’s world. And don’t worry, the heat level is SIZZLING in this book. I’m so glad it is a series!
August 13, 2021
Eye roll 🙄
May 5, 2021
I AM HIS—HE IS MINE
The story is the first in the Mafia Billionaire Romance series, but reads well as a stand-alone and also can read out of order—because I am that person who missed the first three books in this series and have returned to them to catch up. I liked Bronson and Paige—the story had just the right amount of angst, mystery, suspense, romance, passion, dominance, and submission. Nothing felt over the top or copy-cat from other similar stories.
Paige Silverman had an uneventful childhood with parents who never wanted to have children and never showed any care or concern—dumping her at the front door of a youth hostel with a fifty-dollar bill on her eighteenth birthday. She wasn't a troublesome child, made excellent grades, and luckily had a guidance counselor to assist her into classes to obtain her Medical Assistance Certificate. She finds a job immediately, at what she likes to call, Our Home. The one issue, Paige has a compulsion for shoplifting—not that she cares about what she steals and has a closet full of designer items. It is more a game than anything.
Bronson Bachman is a man who expects loyalty and protects what is his—and that is the entire Bachman clan. He is one of the born Bachman—but doesn't treat anyone in the Brotherhood any differently—they are all held to the highest standards. He also owns the illustrious Bachman Jewelry Store.
The plot will have Paige eyeing the most stunning and rare blue diamonds at Bachman's in the storefront window. She has never been in the store but decides that today is the day. The itch to steal takes over, and she lifts a beautiful butterfly necklace—but she is caught by none other than Bronson. He gives her two options, call the police or take his punishment.
"Use your imagination. What would a big strong man like me do with a naughty, naughty little girl who's been very, very bad? Hmm?"
There is something about Paige that calls to Bronson. He will have her working at his store on Saturdays as part of her penance—her only day off at Our Home—but it will keep her from shoplifting. When she shows up for her first day, she is wearing a thin dress and no coat—and that sets him off and has them going to a high-end clothier and him purchasing her a coat. It doesn't take long for Paige to discover she enjoys working at Bachman's, helping the customers, and gaining and sense of fulfillment. She can pay and have things repaired at Our Home, making life better for her (since she lives there) and the elderly citizens she considers her family.
When Paige announces she has a date that doesn't sit well with Bronson, he crashes the date, scares off the man, and takes charge. There is no way he will sit idly by and watch the girl he cares for date another man. But then, Paige has a crush on Bronson too.
"Nice is not what you want, though. Is it?" You want a man who's not very nice. One who will push you out of your comfort zone. One who will punish you. Make you beg. Make you cry. Own you."
The story is the journey of Bronson and Paige, and it has its ups and downs. As they navigate a relationship, something Bronson never thought he would have, he learns that you can't force everything your way, no matter how wealthy you are. Paige needs stability, to know that she has security and that it is going to last. When he wants her to move in, she won't, and he doesn't understand why. Maybe the words of a wise woman will help him know Paige better. He learns that she will take a stand for those that matter to her and places herself last.
The Bachman family is intense, passionate, loyal, and for life. For Paige to become one of them, it is a lifelong commitment. I love a happily ever after ending, and these two belong together with their sizzling chemistry. The story has multiple scenes of power exchange, explicit sex scenes, and mild daddy-little girl interaction.
"A little girl. A daddy who cares enough to make her behave."
The story is the first in the Mafia Billionaire Romance series, but reads well as a stand-alone and also can read out of order—because I am that person who missed the first three books in this series and have returned to them to catch up. I liked Bronson and Paige—the story had just the right amount of angst, mystery, suspense, romance, passion, dominance, and submission. Nothing felt over the top or copy-cat from other similar stories.
Paige Silverman had an uneventful childhood with parents who never wanted to have children and never showed any care or concern—dumping her at the front door of a youth hostel with a fifty-dollar bill on her eighteenth birthday. She wasn't a troublesome child, made excellent grades, and luckily had a guidance counselor to assist her into classes to obtain her Medical Assistance Certificate. She finds a job immediately, at what she likes to call, Our Home. The one issue, Paige has a compulsion for shoplifting—not that she cares about what she steals and has a closet full of designer items. It is more a game than anything.
Bronson Bachman is a man who expects loyalty and protects what is his—and that is the entire Bachman clan. He is one of the born Bachman—but doesn't treat anyone in the Brotherhood any differently—they are all held to the highest standards. He also owns the illustrious Bachman Jewelry Store.
The plot will have Paige eyeing the most stunning and rare blue diamonds at Bachman's in the storefront window. She has never been in the store but decides that today is the day. The itch to steal takes over, and she lifts a beautiful butterfly necklace—but she is caught by none other than Bronson. He gives her two options, call the police or take his punishment.
"Use your imagination. What would a big strong man like me do with a naughty, naughty little girl who's been very, very bad? Hmm?"
There is something about Paige that calls to Bronson. He will have her working at his store on Saturdays as part of her penance—her only day off at Our Home—but it will keep her from shoplifting. When she shows up for her first day, she is wearing a thin dress and no coat—and that sets him off and has them going to a high-end clothier and him purchasing her a coat. It doesn't take long for Paige to discover she enjoys working at Bachman's, helping the customers, and gaining and sense of fulfillment. She can pay and have things repaired at Our Home, making life better for her (since she lives there) and the elderly citizens she considers her family.
When Paige announces she has a date that doesn't sit well with Bronson, he crashes the date, scares off the man, and takes charge. There is no way he will sit idly by and watch the girl he cares for date another man. But then, Paige has a crush on Bronson too.
"Nice is not what you want, though. Is it?" You want a man who's not very nice. One who will push you out of your comfort zone. One who will punish you. Make you beg. Make you cry. Own you."
The story is the journey of Bronson and Paige, and it has its ups and downs. As they navigate a relationship, something Bronson never thought he would have, he learns that you can't force everything your way, no matter how wealthy you are. Paige needs stability, to know that she has security and that it is going to last. When he wants her to move in, she won't, and he doesn't understand why. Maybe the words of a wise woman will help him know Paige better. He learns that she will take a stand for those that matter to her and places herself last.
The Bachman family is intense, passionate, loyal, and for life. For Paige to become one of them, it is a lifelong commitment. I love a happily ever after ending, and these two belong together with their sizzling chemistry. The story has multiple scenes of power exchange, explicit sex scenes, and mild daddy-little girl interaction.
"A little girl. A daddy who cares enough to make her behave."
March 12, 2026
2.5 truthfully.
This didn’t satisfy much of an itch. I did enjoy the idea of the plot. I enjoyed the idea of “the community” even. It just felt as though the story was short. The chapters were long. And the characters felt very lacking.
I have a lot of thoughts on woulda coulda shoulda moments but unfortunately those didn’t happen in this book.
This didn’t satisfy much of an itch. I did enjoy the idea of the plot. I enjoyed the idea of “the community” even. It just felt as though the story was short. The chapters were long. And the characters felt very lacking.
I have a lot of thoughts on woulda coulda shoulda moments but unfortunately those didn’t happen in this book.
January 29, 2021
Fantastic Read
Oh my!! This story is absolutely off the charts amazing. Bronson and Paige are phenomenal. I adore everything. From how they meet to the very end is priceless. This is one story where I don't love one main character more than the other. The writing and flow of this book is perfect. I absolutely recommend this book.
Oh my!! This story is absolutely off the charts amazing. Bronson and Paige are phenomenal. I adore everything. From how they meet to the very end is priceless. This is one story where I don't love one main character more than the other. The writing and flow of this book is perfect. I absolutely recommend this book.
August 20, 2019
⭐´¨) ¸.•⭐'¨)
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❤~🌟~❤ 4.5 SINFULLY SEXY STARS! ❤~🌟~❤
Shanna Handel melts hearts—and scorches panties—with BRONSON, a scintillating new Mafia Billionaire romance featuring Paige Silverman, a sassy nursing home worker who ends up in way over her head when she shoplifts a shiny new trinket at Bronson’s jewelry store and gets caught red handed by the big, formidable owner. But rather than turning Paige over to the authorities, Mr. Bronson Bachman doles out his own wicked form of stern justice and then strikes a bargain with the naughty klepto that she cannot possibly resist! But when Paige discovers her billionaire boss’s darkest secrets will she run scared or bravely embrace the perilous life that goes hand in hand with becoming a “Bachman Beauty?”
BRONSON has been touted as this authors STEAMIEST book to date and that is putting it mildly! She left those Sweet Texas Love cowboy daddies behind in this book and instead takes us on a delicious detour into the glamorous world of the rich and lethally dangerous Bachman crime family, and I was COMPLETELY AND UTTERLY ENTHRALLED by this tale from start to finish! And while I have savored each and every spankilicious novel this author has written, in my opinion BRONSON is the most tantalizing and provocative book she's published thus far!
The combustible chemistry between Paige and Bronson is off the charts...so ELECTRIFYING in fact I could feel the sparks oozing off the page! Not only were the erotic encounters and discipline sessions so FILTHY HOT and INTENSELY AROUSING that they left me writhing, but the romantic connection between the H&h pierced my heart! I absolutely love the way this story unfolded—the banter was witty and engaging yet tinged with raw, aching emotion, the prose vibrant and alluringly descriptive, and there was an undercurrent of thrilling suspense as we were swept into the mysterious Bachman mafia underworld where loyalty, respect and dominance and submission are PARAMOUNT!
I love me a rakishly sexy billionaire BBF who does not hesitate to take his errant lady in hand, and holy moly did Bronson with those dark, smoldering eyes that “burn like coal” make me quiver! As the head of New York’s largest crime ring, he is “Decisive. Assertive. Protective. Dominant.” And a man NOT to be crossed. Yet despite his stern, intimidating presence, and overpoweringly masculine aura, he is a well-mannered gentlemen through and through, and a certain fetching sub brings out a softness and devotion in him that left me breathless!
I relished everything about this dynamic coupling—Paige and Bronson come from two entirely different worlds, but their molten-hot carnal desire and soul deep connection lit me up inside and their beautifully crafted love story had me SWOONING! I love how Bronson yearned to be everything to Paige— lover, disciplinarian, protector, friend. The man that she can turn to in times of strife, who fulfills the aching void inside of her, who chastises and spanks her when warranted but also makes her feel safe and cherished and oh so adored. And, in turn, she fills his life with joy and laughter, beauty and warmth and light!! Paige is such a sweet, spunky, endearing heroine—the other half of Bronson’s soul that he never knew was missing. But he knows the inherent risks of bringing her into his shadowy world and will not hesitate to annihilate anyone who dares to hurt a hair on her head!
I also enjoyed the secondary cast and love this clandestine Bachman society that the mega talented Ms. Handel has concocted, which is rife with drama and intrigue and sets the stage for future installments in the series!
BOTTOM LINE:
BRONSON is a hot, torrid, high octane page turner that’s guaranteed to satiate your every sinful craving and leave you BEGGING for more! Can’t wait to dive into Carter’s book next!
A WILDLY ADDICTIVE MUST READ!
(¸.•´ (¸.•`
❤~🌟~❤ 4.5 SINFULLY SEXY STARS! ❤~🌟~❤
Shanna Handel melts hearts—and scorches panties—with BRONSON, a scintillating new Mafia Billionaire romance featuring Paige Silverman, a sassy nursing home worker who ends up in way over her head when she shoplifts a shiny new trinket at Bronson’s jewelry store and gets caught red handed by the big, formidable owner. But rather than turning Paige over to the authorities, Mr. Bronson Bachman doles out his own wicked form of stern justice and then strikes a bargain with the naughty klepto that she cannot possibly resist! But when Paige discovers her billionaire boss’s darkest secrets will she run scared or bravely embrace the perilous life that goes hand in hand with becoming a “Bachman Beauty?”
BRONSON has been touted as this authors STEAMIEST book to date and that is putting it mildly! She left those Sweet Texas Love cowboy daddies behind in this book and instead takes us on a delicious detour into the glamorous world of the rich and lethally dangerous Bachman crime family, and I was COMPLETELY AND UTTERLY ENTHRALLED by this tale from start to finish! And while I have savored each and every spankilicious novel this author has written, in my opinion BRONSON is the most tantalizing and provocative book she's published thus far!
The combustible chemistry between Paige and Bronson is off the charts...so ELECTRIFYING in fact I could feel the sparks oozing off the page! Not only were the erotic encounters and discipline sessions so FILTHY HOT and INTENSELY AROUSING that they left me writhing, but the romantic connection between the H&h pierced my heart! I absolutely love the way this story unfolded—the banter was witty and engaging yet tinged with raw, aching emotion, the prose vibrant and alluringly descriptive, and there was an undercurrent of thrilling suspense as we were swept into the mysterious Bachman mafia underworld where loyalty, respect and dominance and submission are PARAMOUNT!
I love me a rakishly sexy billionaire BBF who does not hesitate to take his errant lady in hand, and holy moly did Bronson with those dark, smoldering eyes that “burn like coal” make me quiver! As the head of New York’s largest crime ring, he is “Decisive. Assertive. Protective. Dominant.” And a man NOT to be crossed. Yet despite his stern, intimidating presence, and overpoweringly masculine aura, he is a well-mannered gentlemen through and through, and a certain fetching sub brings out a softness and devotion in him that left me breathless!
I relished everything about this dynamic coupling—Paige and Bronson come from two entirely different worlds, but their molten-hot carnal desire and soul deep connection lit me up inside and their beautifully crafted love story had me SWOONING! I love how Bronson yearned to be everything to Paige— lover, disciplinarian, protector, friend. The man that she can turn to in times of strife, who fulfills the aching void inside of her, who chastises and spanks her when warranted but also makes her feel safe and cherished and oh so adored. And, in turn, she fills his life with joy and laughter, beauty and warmth and light!! Paige is such a sweet, spunky, endearing heroine—the other half of Bronson’s soul that he never knew was missing. But he knows the inherent risks of bringing her into his shadowy world and will not hesitate to annihilate anyone who dares to hurt a hair on her head!
I also enjoyed the secondary cast and love this clandestine Bachman society that the mega talented Ms. Handel has concocted, which is rife with drama and intrigue and sets the stage for future installments in the series!
BOTTOM LINE:
BRONSON is a hot, torrid, high octane page turner that’s guaranteed to satiate your every sinful craving and leave you BEGGING for more! Can’t wait to dive into Carter’s book next!
A WILDLY ADDICTIVE MUST READ!
July 17, 2019
Realistic, informal dialogue; nice touches of humor; consensual and safe discipline. The Bachmans are an imaginative "tribe" with unusual, detailed rules and I imagine we'll see a lot more books about them. You have to suspend a lot of disbelief that both Bronson (a member of the mafia) and Paige (a career shoplifter) actually have hearts of gold, but Ms. Handel is known for softer dd books (which I think is a good thing since "dark" can be synonymous with rape).
I would have given this a higher rating, but the ending was absurd as it was both too much and not enough .
This is a pleasant read; 3 1/2 stars.
Note: While ymmv, I adhere to the ratings system as laid out by Goodreads: 2 stars = it was okay; 3 stars = liked it; 4 stars = really liked it; 5 stars = it was amazing. I gave this book 3 1/2 stars because it drew me in, even though I didn't like the ending. I do not think that every book I read is "amazing;" further, I think that it cheapens the rating system to always assign 4 or 5 stars. If a book really earns the 4 or 5 stars (and I realize that this is, to some degree, subjective), I'll give them -- but it certainly shouldn't apply to every book. Again, ymmv, and everyone should enjoy/rate these books as they wish. (less)
I would have given this a higher rating, but the ending was absurd as it was both too much and not enough .
This is a pleasant read; 3 1/2 stars.
Note: While ymmv, I adhere to the ratings system as laid out by Goodreads: 2 stars = it was okay; 3 stars = liked it; 4 stars = really liked it; 5 stars = it was amazing. I gave this book 3 1/2 stars because it drew me in, even though I didn't like the ending. I do not think that every book I read is "amazing;" further, I think that it cheapens the rating system to always assign 4 or 5 stars. If a book really earns the 4 or 5 stars (and I realize that this is, to some degree, subjective), I'll give them -- but it certainly shouldn't apply to every book. Again, ymmv, and everyone should enjoy/rate these books as they wish. (less)
February 18, 2021
Bronson: A Mafia Billionaire Romance by Shanna Handel the first book in her Bachman Brotherhood series. In this book readers are introduced to two dynamic characters—Paige Silverman and Bronson Bachman. Paige and Bronson are opposites. She comes from a poor family. She was neglected and deprived of parental love. She resorts to shoplifting to get the finer thing in life. He is a billionaire, runs a crime family, and is polished. She is kind and caring. He is kind and caring but keeps this hidden. When they meet there is an instant attraction. What will happen to them? Will they find happiness? To discover their journey, you must read this book.
Ms. Handel penned a delightful, fast-paced, character-driven plot. As the first book in this series, Ms. Handel introduces readers to a cast of supporting characters. She introduces readers to the lifestyle and culture of the Bachman Crime Family. I appreciated how she used the concept of a mafia crime family as her setting for this story providing readers with an in-depth look into the Bachman Crime Family. I liked that she did not make them fit the stereotype and instead gave them a “Robin Hood” nature. Ms. Handle masterfully uses literary devices, like dialog, POV, backstory, and flashbacks, to tell Paige and Bronson’s story. Her use of conversational and internal dialog helps readers understand Paige and Bronson. Having a dual person POV and the use of flashbacks provide readers with an opportunity to deepen their understanding of Paige and Bronson’s backstory. Ms. Handel builds suspense and tension through many rising action events leading to a climatic scene of Paige’s kidnapping. Overall, this was a captivating read. Well done, Ms. Handel!
Ms. Handel penned a delightful, fast-paced, character-driven plot. As the first book in this series, Ms. Handel introduces readers to a cast of supporting characters. She introduces readers to the lifestyle and culture of the Bachman Crime Family. I appreciated how she used the concept of a mafia crime family as her setting for this story providing readers with an in-depth look into the Bachman Crime Family. I liked that she did not make them fit the stereotype and instead gave them a “Robin Hood” nature. Ms. Handle masterfully uses literary devices, like dialog, POV, backstory, and flashbacks, to tell Paige and Bronson’s story. Her use of conversational and internal dialog helps readers understand Paige and Bronson. Having a dual person POV and the use of flashbacks provide readers with an opportunity to deepen their understanding of Paige and Bronson’s backstory. Ms. Handel builds suspense and tension through many rising action events leading to a climatic scene of Paige’s kidnapping. Overall, this was a captivating read. Well done, Ms. Handel!
August 11, 2019
This is a fantastic story by Shanna Handel. I loved every minute of it. I couldn't put it down. I was swept into the story from the first page.
Paige works at a nursing home and tries to give them as much as possible. She doesn't make a lot of money so she tends to take things from stores. Bronson catches her trying to steal a necklace from his jewelry store. Instead of the cops, he decides to punish a different way and offer a job in his store to keep her out of trouble. They start having a courtship that is different from anything that she is used to. There is also a little more to Bronson than Paige is aware of. What will happen when she finds out his secret?
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Paige works at a nursing home and tries to give them as much as possible. She doesn't make a lot of money so she tends to take things from stores. Bronson catches her trying to steal a necklace from his jewelry store. Instead of the cops, he decides to punish a different way and offer a job in his store to keep her out of trouble. They start having a courtship that is different from anything that she is used to. There is also a little more to Bronson than Paige is aware of. What will happen when she finds out his secret?
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
April 14, 2020
No
So wrong. Listen I enjoy a good smack to the rear like anyone but this is ridiculous! Oh, and if he deems her wrong he punished her with anal? Yeah, that is seriously disturbing. She has meltdowns and instead of good old communication, he shoved a butt plug in her? What in the he-l? Oh, and if you are really naughty He is going to add mint oil to that plug??? I hate it when this is promoted, this type of abuse. This is not a good relationship at all, but it's okay because he has money and he can throw expensive items at her to pacify her. Ugh, give me a good decent relationship with communications and respect. Not obey me or else I'll beat you garbage. Truly disappointed in the female character and her need to be loved and thinking that this is love.
So wrong. Listen I enjoy a good smack to the rear like anyone but this is ridiculous! Oh, and if he deems her wrong he punished her with anal? Yeah, that is seriously disturbing. She has meltdowns and instead of good old communication, he shoved a butt plug in her? What in the he-l? Oh, and if you are really naughty He is going to add mint oil to that plug??? I hate it when this is promoted, this type of abuse. This is not a good relationship at all, but it's okay because he has money and he can throw expensive items at her to pacify her. Ugh, give me a good decent relationship with communications and respect. Not obey me or else I'll beat you garbage. Truly disappointed in the female character and her need to be loved and thinking that this is love.
June 2, 2021
BRONSON’S ENACTING THE HIERARCHY
The third story in the Mafia Billionaire Romance series will continue after the death of Brett Bachman. Tess isn’t handling the death well; she won’t accept the help from her Village family, she is spiraling out of control, and Bronson needs Rockland to help Tess—discipline her so that she will snap back.
The story is emotional because several chapters cover the death of Brett, the funeral, and then each year, for three years, they hold memorial services, and for Tess, it is living it all over again. But Tess isn’t doing well; she has lost weight, neglecting work, refuses to participate in any activities with the other Beauties. Then she will go on expensive spending sprees. She is definitely out of control and needs to be reigned in.
“My voice crying, no. My mind crying, yes. Healing the wounds within me.”
Rockland left the Village after Brett and Tess married and, with the blessings of Bronson, started the Parish on a private Greek island. He has only returned for the funeral of his blood brother, Brett, and then for the memorial services each year. What he hears and sees regarding Tess has him concerned, and while he calls Tess princess, he knows she is suffering, missing Brett, missing his control and discipline—and now, Rockland will need to deal with her.
“I loved him. And I love you. And I’ve sworn to care for you in his absence. Whatever it takes.”
“Someone needs to teach that little girl a lesson in respect.”
“Don’t allow your grief to become misplaced anger.”
The plot will have Rockland holding Tess accountable for her actions and disciplining her. She is angry and willing to take it out on him, but he knows that she needs control beyond grief.
“That’s where you’re wrong. My jurisdiction covers much more ground than being your escort and letting you take your anger out on me. There’s a line. And you’ve crossed it.”
The relationship between Rockland and Tess takes a turn; not only will he hold her accountable, discipline her as she needs it, but he will also love her. When he needs to leave and return to the Parish, their relationship is entirely different than when he arrived for the memorial service. He will leave her a letter—but she refuses to read it, she can’t accept goodbye. Will Tess be willing to risk everything to be with Rockland? But does he want her?
“She wants a man who’ll make her feel safe from herself. I am that man.”
I love that these stories flow well together, are well written, and read as a stand-alone. The men are dominant, the women are feisty, but the love is deep with just the right amount of give and take. Rockland is a powerful businessman, not afraid to do what needs to be done, and while he can be firm and harsh, he has a loving, caring side. Tess may have been born on the wrong side of the tracks, but she is a whiz with numbers and is critical to the Bachman family. Together, this couple will be a formable powerhouse.
The third story in the Mafia Billionaire Romance series will continue after the death of Brett Bachman. Tess isn’t handling the death well; she won’t accept the help from her Village family, she is spiraling out of control, and Bronson needs Rockland to help Tess—discipline her so that she will snap back.
The story is emotional because several chapters cover the death of Brett, the funeral, and then each year, for three years, they hold memorial services, and for Tess, it is living it all over again. But Tess isn’t doing well; she has lost weight, neglecting work, refuses to participate in any activities with the other Beauties. Then she will go on expensive spending sprees. She is definitely out of control and needs to be reigned in.
“My voice crying, no. My mind crying, yes. Healing the wounds within me.”
Rockland left the Village after Brett and Tess married and, with the blessings of Bronson, started the Parish on a private Greek island. He has only returned for the funeral of his blood brother, Brett, and then for the memorial services each year. What he hears and sees regarding Tess has him concerned, and while he calls Tess princess, he knows she is suffering, missing Brett, missing his control and discipline—and now, Rockland will need to deal with her.
“I loved him. And I love you. And I’ve sworn to care for you in his absence. Whatever it takes.”
“Someone needs to teach that little girl a lesson in respect.”
“Don’t allow your grief to become misplaced anger.”
The plot will have Rockland holding Tess accountable for her actions and disciplining her. She is angry and willing to take it out on him, but he knows that she needs control beyond grief.
“That’s where you’re wrong. My jurisdiction covers much more ground than being your escort and letting you take your anger out on me. There’s a line. And you’ve crossed it.”
The relationship between Rockland and Tess takes a turn; not only will he hold her accountable, discipline her as she needs it, but he will also love her. When he needs to leave and return to the Parish, their relationship is entirely different than when he arrived for the memorial service. He will leave her a letter—but she refuses to read it, she can’t accept goodbye. Will Tess be willing to risk everything to be with Rockland? But does he want her?
“She wants a man who’ll make her feel safe from herself. I am that man.”
I love that these stories flow well together, are well written, and read as a stand-alone. The men are dominant, the women are feisty, but the love is deep with just the right amount of give and take. Rockland is a powerful businessman, not afraid to do what needs to be done, and while he can be firm and harsh, he has a loving, caring side. Tess may have been born on the wrong side of the tracks, but she is a whiz with numbers and is critical to the Bachman family. Together, this couple will be a formable powerhouse.
February 23, 2020
Paige has had a hard life and resisides and works at a nursing home in New York. She’s a strong willed and passionate young woman that treats her elderly patients as family. She offers them kindness and goes out of her way to make them all happy. But Paige has an addiction to pretty designer items that she can’t afford. So what she wants, she takes. Everyday, on the way to and from the bakery, she walks past Bachmans, a beautiful but expensive jewellery shop. There’s a ring in the window that she would love to own, but she knows that she would never be able to get away with stealing it. However, one day she decides to go in the shop and have a look round. As she is leaving with a pretty necklace, she gets caught by a good looking but very angry shop owner, Bronson Bachman. He has been watching Paige for weeks and is completely enamoured by the young woman. He takes her into his office where Paige quickly learns that Bronson is a dominant, alpha male, when she finds herself across his lap. Paige is furious, but attracted to Bronson, but he isn’t all that he seems. He’s also the head of the Bachman mafia dynasty. As their relationship develops, Paige finds herself more and more attracted to the seemingly stoic man who keeps his feelings for Paige under wraps, until he no longer can. This is a brilliant, well written and interesting story. The characters are all very different. Paige and Bronson’s relationship and dynamics are complicated at first and fascinating throughout. Superb!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
August 10, 2023
Typical Bachman. If you love steamy sex and domestic discipline, you'll love this.
This is the first in the original Bachman series. The Bachman world is a Robinhood style mafia. They steal from the wealthy (who stole their wealth from the middle class or made it off the backs of the poor), then they give to the needy. They run legitimate businesses and investment companies to gain their wealth. Every new member takes the Bachman last name.
The Bachman men are alphas who dominate, demand respect and obedience, but alsorespect their women in return. They believe in domestic discipline and don't hesitate to spank (or belt) a disrespectful spouse or girlfriend, or one who disobeys, especially if the disobedience put her in danger. (They do have enemies).
This is a typical Bachman book. Hot, steamy sex, discipline and a good story line. All the MMC's love their women to distraction and treat them tenderly (aside from the dominant sex and discipline); And all the women have agreed to the lifestyle (consensual) and get turned on when they're spanked or belted. (It is fiction lol!)
If you love a good story with some domestic discipline, you'll love ths one. 4 stars
This is the first in the original Bachman series. The Bachman world is a Robinhood style mafia. They steal from the wealthy (who stole their wealth from the middle class or made it off the backs of the poor), then they give to the needy. They run legitimate businesses and investment companies to gain their wealth. Every new member takes the Bachman last name.
The Bachman men are alphas who dominate, demand respect and obedience, but alsorespect their women in return. They believe in domestic discipline and don't hesitate to spank (or belt) a disrespectful spouse or girlfriend, or one who disobeys, especially if the disobedience put her in danger. (They do have enemies).
This is a typical Bachman book. Hot, steamy sex, discipline and a good story line. All the MMC's love their women to distraction and treat them tenderly (aside from the dominant sex and discipline); And all the women have agreed to the lifestyle (consensual) and get turned on when they're spanked or belted. (It is fiction lol!)
If you love a good story with some domestic discipline, you'll love ths one. 4 stars
March 27, 2020
Safe, insta lust story
I read this story via my ku subscription and am leaving my review voluntarily.
Triggers: spanking
**spoilers**
Despite the "Mafia" label, this is not a mafia story (unless you want to compare Bronson to Sonny Corinthos) It is an ott, insta lust romance.
Paige, poor neglected girl, grows up to work in a nursing home. She is also a thief who feels entitled to take what she wants (because she helps her poor elderly patients)
Bronson, supposedly head of a mafia family but they are a "good, robin hood" type criminal, taking from the "bad guys" and giving to the helpless.
Paige enters Bronson's jewelry store, he catches her stealing. Immediately they are attracted to each other. He spanks her for trying to steal from him. Then he gives her the necklace anyway.
Bronson is described as dominant but no he really isn't. This story was fast, ott unbelievable with the whole "secret mafia family village" where all the mafia guys spank their bratty wives.
HEA
I love this authors Ranch Rules series, I felt the cowboys were more dominant than the mafia.
I read this story via my ku subscription and am leaving my review voluntarily.
Triggers: spanking
**spoilers**
Despite the "Mafia" label, this is not a mafia story (unless you want to compare Bronson to Sonny Corinthos) It is an ott, insta lust romance.
Paige, poor neglected girl, grows up to work in a nursing home. She is also a thief who feels entitled to take what she wants (because she helps her poor elderly patients)
Bronson, supposedly head of a mafia family but they are a "good, robin hood" type criminal, taking from the "bad guys" and giving to the helpless.
Paige enters Bronson's jewelry store, he catches her stealing. Immediately they are attracted to each other. He spanks her for trying to steal from him. Then he gives her the necklace anyway.
Bronson is described as dominant but no he really isn't. This story was fast, ott unbelievable with the whole "secret mafia family village" where all the mafia guys spank their bratty wives.
HEA
I love this authors Ranch Rules series, I felt the cowboys were more dominant than the mafia.
September 28, 2021
Genre/Tropes: Contemporary
POV: 1st, Dual
Series: Bachman Brotherhood, Book 1
STEAM LEVEL: 🔥🔥🔥
Okay, so this was actually a fairly emotional, sweet, sexy little romance with some angst tossed in there. I devoured it in a short afternoon and I am INTRIGUED by the whole Bachman Family, their home, their dynamics!
Book 1 introduced us to Bronson Bachman and the woman who steals a necklace from his story and his heart in the aftermath. Paige is a sweet, caring young woman who needs a bit of guidance and loving herself. Bronson is immediately drawn to her and as he fishes out punishments, Paige slowly learns to trust in him and it’s beautiful! There’s some bumps along the way but they both own up to their mistakes and while there’s a DD/LG kink in the mix, I felt these characters were mature and well-adjusted.
The whole plot just filled me with happiness. I loved all of the side characters and how nonchalant everyone was about the dominant men and the women who REALLY hold all the power. Wow, I can’t wait to read more from this series and author!
April 12, 2020
Paige loves nice things. Unfortunately, she works at a rundown nursing home and those nice things don't always, if ever, fit into her budget. But, she loves her job even if the nursing home has very little in the way of a budget, the uniforms and shoes are ugly, and the patients are often forgotten. Yes, with her big heart, there's only one thing she loves more than her job and that's her name brand couture. So how does she do it? She takes what she wants and never gets caught until the day she met "The Looker." This is the first book by Shanna Handel I've read so I had no idea what to expect from her writing style or her characters. As it turns out, she has a gift for telling a story as if I was right there, witnessing every conversation, action, and scene. "Bronson" isn't a dark, heavy read. It's just a great read with tantalizing scenes and a consensual agreement on domestic discipline but then what would you expect from the head of a mafia? I can't wait to read the remainder of the series.
February 7, 2020
I loved the writing style of this book. It was something I noticed from the first few pages. It turned out to be such a sweet romance between the two of them.
I wasn't exactly sure from reading the blurb if it was going to be a book I liked because of the heroine wanting nice things and taking what she wants. I thought it made her sound snobbish and I just don't connect well with that sort of character but I was so wrong with my assumption. Paige was so funny and caring and down to earth. She just liked what she liked was all. Bronson was all business and a natural dominant. He became entranced with Paige quickly and knew she was a girl begging to be disciplined whether she realized it or not. I loved the light kink the story had to offer because it really spiced the story up. First book I've read from this author and I'll certainly be on the lookout for more.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I wasn't exactly sure from reading the blurb if it was going to be a book I liked because of the heroine wanting nice things and taking what she wants. I thought it made her sound snobbish and I just don't connect well with that sort of character but I was so wrong with my assumption. Paige was so funny and caring and down to earth. She just liked what she liked was all. Bronson was all business and a natural dominant. He became entranced with Paige quickly and knew she was a girl begging to be disciplined whether she realized it or not. I loved the light kink the story had to offer because it really spiced the story up. First book I've read from this author and I'll certainly be on the lookout for more.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
January 10, 2021
Light spankin read
This book honestly ridiculous unrealistic. And yet funny thing is also ridiculously cute.
I mean shes a thief. She steals all the high end dresses and not once ever caught?
Then she stole a diamond necklace in one luxury diamond store, got caught and only got sexy spankin while she get to have the necklace and a job in addition?
Like i said, its ridiculous un realistic. Yet cute on how the author write it.
I cant explain exactly on how this cuteness happened. Its just...i cant stop smiling reading this book.
Bronson is very uptight Dom. He is like this old english Duke who love to spank his maid.
While Paige, she is a contradiction. I mean how can she be a clepto with expensive taste, reckless, and just asking for trouble with all her secret life style. And weirdly, i find her amusing.
The steamy scenes not hot though. I dont find the spankin hot in this book.
I'm just gonna say this book is fun n light read with ridiculous cuteness
This book honestly ridiculous unrealistic. And yet funny thing is also ridiculously cute.
I mean shes a thief. She steals all the high end dresses and not once ever caught?
Then she stole a diamond necklace in one luxury diamond store, got caught and only got sexy spankin while she get to have the necklace and a job in addition?
Like i said, its ridiculous un realistic. Yet cute on how the author write it.
I cant explain exactly on how this cuteness happened. Its just...i cant stop smiling reading this book.
Bronson is very uptight Dom. He is like this old english Duke who love to spank his maid.
While Paige, she is a contradiction. I mean how can she be a clepto with expensive taste, reckless, and just asking for trouble with all her secret life style. And weirdly, i find her amusing.
The steamy scenes not hot though. I dont find the spankin hot in this book.
I'm just gonna say this book is fun n light read with ridiculous cuteness
August 25, 2024
Good Character Development
This book has a FMC that has an intriguing in her mix of sweet and naughty personality. The development of hers and the MMC’s relationship goes at a realistic pace, while the author maintains a good pacing in the book for holding the readers’ interest. The external conflict is a little arbitrary, but that keeps it as a surprise, I suppose and, again, the author didn’t let the decision mess with the pacing of the relationship, which is really why people want to read a romance. The spicy scenes are hot and the spanking/punishment scenes are too; both elements have variety and aren’t just run of your mill scenes too. It was an enjoyable read written by someone who puts effort into their work!
This book has a FMC that has an intriguing in her mix of sweet and naughty personality. The development of hers and the MMC’s relationship goes at a realistic pace, while the author maintains a good pacing in the book for holding the readers’ interest. The external conflict is a little arbitrary, but that keeps it as a surprise, I suppose and, again, the author didn’t let the decision mess with the pacing of the relationship, which is really why people want to read a romance. The spicy scenes are hot and the spanking/punishment scenes are too; both elements have variety and aren’t just run of your mill scenes too. It was an enjoyable read written by someone who puts effort into their work!
November 11, 2023
Paige is a girl that has nothing in her life not even love except from the people she takes care of,and when she wants something nice the only way she can get it is by stealing it. Bronson has a life were he does not have to want for anything ,and being a Bachmann helps with power. Paige sees something in store window that she just has to have even if it might be the most dangerous thing she has stolen she just doesn't know that she stealng from a powerful crime boss. Bronson has decied that Paige maybe something worth keeping for himself . This book has a lot of heat in it and is a good start to the Bachman clan .
July 8, 2020
Almost a 4 star...but something held me back...I'm thinking it was my desire for more talking, more sex, and more negotiating. I also wanted him to help her more with her kleptomania...address it head on and help her know that he was her care taker now. I loved that he held her and let her cry that first time, but I guess I wanted a lot more of that...dropping off her breakfast every Saturday was nice, but again, I would have thought since he wanted to feed her that he would have??? I like that he enjoyed using his hand...that always makes it better in my mind.
February 26, 2020
Bronson Bachman is the head of the Bachman family. Paige is a soft hearted thief and medical assistant in a senior home. Because Paige was unloved by her parents she calls the senior home our home and the residents are her family. She meets Bronson when she steals a necklace from his jewelry store. Theirs is a fairy tale of a romance that was very good.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
March 14, 2021
Bronson, a wealthy jeweller catches Paige in the act of stealing from him. He makes a deal with her which allows her to keep the necklace she stole.
Branson learns more and more when he gets to know Paige better. She has a heart of gold and cares more than she makes people believe.
Only thing missing for me was Bronson being a bad boy mafia king. Maybe I expected him to be darker and less Christian Grey?
Branson learns more and more when he gets to know Paige better. She has a heart of gold and cares more than she makes people believe.
Only thing missing for me was Bronson being a bad boy mafia king. Maybe I expected him to be darker and less Christian Grey?
July 31, 2022
Not too bad, just not that much to it.
She a thief and although some stuff goes to help the nursing home she works in she steals a lot of stuff for herself - so not the best character to start. She steals from him and the stories kinda meanders from there.
No real mafia ties. He is head of the family but it’s more just a rich brotherhood that own stores than the traditional mafia.
A little drama towards the end but it just didn’t quiet flow.
She a thief and although some stuff goes to help the nursing home she works in she steals a lot of stuff for herself - so not the best character to start. She steals from him and the stories kinda meanders from there.
No real mafia ties. He is head of the family but it’s more just a rich brotherhood that own stores than the traditional mafia.
A little drama towards the end but it just didn’t quiet flow.
September 20, 2020
This was a different compered to the others book of the same genre I've read, even though it's my first of this author, so..
It was a nice romance, it started a with a rock and it kind of slowed down. It's presented as a mafia romance, but it isn't: the main character is more part of a cult than the mob, a light bdsm-kind of cult.
It was a nice romance, it started a with a rock and it kind of slowed down. It's presented as a mafia romance, but it isn't: the main character is more part of a cult than the mob, a light bdsm-kind of cult.
December 30, 2020
I loved the more slow burn of this story, despite there being instant chemistry it was by no means love at first sight.
Paige has a problem, she just can't seem to stop but when she decides to steal from the renowned Bachman's it sets things in motion she would never quite imagine. You know what's going to happen but the story sucks you in and damn would I not complain to be in Paige's shoes! Loved the character of Bronson and enjoyed Paige's back story and big heart.
Paige has a problem, she just can't seem to stop but when she decides to steal from the renowned Bachman's it sets things in motion she would never quite imagine. You know what's going to happen but the story sucks you in and damn would I not complain to be in Paige's shoes! Loved the character of Bronson and enjoyed Paige's back story and big heart.
February 3, 2021
Original and fun read. Bronson is the tall, handsome guy who doesn’t use contractions when he speaks. He’s just that amazing!! Paige grew up without any parental love and has sticky fingers. He catches her shoplifting and the story is on! I enjoyed this story and the light spanking scenes were fun (I never thought I would ever say that). Great romantic love story, still thinking about it!
July 8, 2022
Bachman ceremony
Kind of a spoiler I guess but if you've read any of the Bachman books before this you'll finally read the ceremony. It's very special. If this is your first Bachman, welcome to the family! I'm hooked reading a book or more of these a day while I can. This is Bronson & Paiges story.
Kind of a spoiler I guess but if you've read any of the Bachman books before this you'll finally read the ceremony. It's very special. If this is your first Bachman, welcome to the family! I'm hooked reading a book or more of these a day while I can. This is Bronson & Paiges story.
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