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Wild Irish #1
Vicious
Killing for me is easy. Loving is an entirely different thing.
Una is the only person I ever gave a damn about, but she's off limits. I’m grateful she only spends the summer with us. I can't risk her getting involved in my life of crime. But now she’s here, all grown up, and this time, I don’t think I can stay away from her.
When Una starts partying with Darragh, who’s as wild and unpredictable as they come, I can't afford keeping my distance any longer. Bodies seem to stack up wherever he goes. Cleaning up his messes used to be annoying. Now I have Una to consider, Una to protect.
My family is belly deep in the criminal underworld, and she's a distraction I can't afford. The closer she gets to me, the more I'm spiraling out of control.
I can't let her see who I really am, but I can't seem to let her go.
Buy Vicious for a fast-paced, suspenseful read today!
Una is the only person I ever gave a damn about, but she's off limits. I’m grateful she only spends the summer with us. I can't risk her getting involved in my life of crime. But now she’s here, all grown up, and this time, I don’t think I can stay away from her.
When Una starts partying with Darragh, who’s as wild and unpredictable as they come, I can't afford keeping my distance any longer. Bodies seem to stack up wherever he goes. Cleaning up his messes used to be annoying. Now I have Una to consider, Una to protect.
My family is belly deep in the criminal underworld, and she's a distraction I can't afford. The closer she gets to me, the more I'm spiraling out of control.
I can't let her see who I really am, but I can't seem to let her go.
Buy Vicious for a fast-paced, suspenseful read today!
432 pages, ebook
First published June 22, 2019
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About the author
Vi Carter
170 books1,299 followersWhen Vi Carter isn’t writing dark romance books that feature the mafia, are filled with suspense, and take you on a fast-paced ride, you can find her reading her favorite authors, baking, taking photos or enjoying long walks in the Irish countryside.
Vi’s biggest selling series, Young Irish Rebels, is available in Audio, English and Dutch.
Married with three children, Vi divides her time between motherhood and all the other hats she wears as an author.
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Vi’s biggest selling series, Young Irish Rebels, is available in Audio, English and Dutch.
Married with three children, Vi divides her time between motherhood and all the other hats she wears as an author.
She has declared herself a coffee & chocolate addict! Do not judge.
Subscribe to Vi’s newsletter for a free book to follow her down a dark path alongside the Mafia!
Keep up with Vi on all platforms:
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Facebook➜ https://l1nk.dev/AuthorViCarter
Twitter➜ http://hyperurl.co/qzbewu
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March 26, 2025
Ok,i’m starting to think the author’s work isn’t for me.
Luckily,it didn’t cost me any money because this one was free too…
Luckily,it didn’t cost me any money because this one was free too…
July 2, 2019
Loved Shane & Una's story. Great characters. This one pulled me in from the first page until the end. Wow. Love my mafia books. I'm voluntarily leaving an honest review for a copy of the book via booksprout.
June 24, 2019
What a Coincidence!😱
Wild Irish Prequel...
Bumbling Irish mobsters screw up left and right in this murder💀 and mafia🔫🔪 romance.
Twin brothers are as unlike as 🌙night and day🌞. Connor, Liam, Shane, and the twins, Finn🐺 and Darragh🐶🔫🔪, are all soldiers for their mobster father.
When her father dies, Siobhan💃💔has his farm and 🐕dog to deal with. She lives in the city and doesn't want either, but the 🐕dog grows on her.
At her father's wake, twin Irish mobsters, Finn🐺 and Darragh🐶 attend, with Darragh🐶 blowing it by offering her a large amount for the farm, which contains a large bog. The twins father, Michael, wants The Farm for the bog, a convenient place to dump bodies. Siobhan💃💔 is offended by the crass offer at her father's wake, and refuses.
Darragh🐶🍆🔫🔪 is a womanizer and a drunk. Finn🐺 is a serious young man who agonizes over everything that Darragh🐺 does. The other older brothers are serious mobsters following in their father's footsteps 👣
Siobhan💃💋 takes to Finn🐺 and they start an affair. She wants to sell the farm to him but her old aunt👵 is contesting the will.
Darragh🐶🔫🔪, the bumbling fool, goes to see the Aunt👵 and kills💀 her when she supposedly attacks him. It's a death💀 that is too convenient, too close to Siobhan's father's death. Of course the other brothers must clean up his mess.
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Shane. Who is Shane? The book Vicious picks up in the middle of his relationship with Una, so it's confusing to say the least.
The author has other characters in this book that are not introduced. They must have been in other books? Who is Neill? Who is Brian? Who is Una? Then there is the problem of The dead girl. Where in the world did she come from?
ARC Received from Booksprout🌱
I also got this book with KU.
This is an interesting book but it was rushed into publication. It is filled with spelling errors and plot holes. It needs to be edited. The mob's family name, 0'Reagan, is even spelled O'Regan at times. Which is it? Brian is called Brain at times! The list of errors is long.
Apparently, this is not a standalone book because I was thoroughly confused by characters with no background information being continually inserted into the story.
Wild Irish Prequel...
Bumbling Irish mobsters screw up left and right in this murder💀 and mafia🔫🔪 romance.
Twin brothers are as unlike as 🌙night and day🌞. Connor, Liam, Shane, and the twins, Finn🐺 and Darragh🐶🔫🔪, are all soldiers for their mobster father.
When her father dies, Siobhan💃💔has his farm and 🐕dog to deal with. She lives in the city and doesn't want either, but the 🐕dog grows on her.
At her father's wake, twin Irish mobsters, Finn🐺 and Darragh🐶 attend, with Darragh🐶 blowing it by offering her a large amount for the farm, which contains a large bog. The twins father, Michael, wants The Farm for the bog, a convenient place to dump bodies. Siobhan💃💔 is offended by the crass offer at her father's wake, and refuses.
Darragh🐶🍆🔫🔪 is a womanizer and a drunk. Finn🐺 is a serious young man who agonizes over everything that Darragh🐺 does. The other older brothers are serious mobsters following in their father's footsteps 👣
Siobhan💃💋 takes to Finn🐺 and they start an affair. She wants to sell the farm to him but her old aunt👵 is contesting the will.
Darragh🐶🔫🔪, the bumbling fool, goes to see the Aunt👵 and kills💀 her when she supposedly attacks him. It's a death💀 that is too convenient, too close to Siobhan's father's death. Of course the other brothers must clean up his mess.
********
Shane. Who is Shane? The book Vicious picks up in the middle of his relationship with Una, so it's confusing to say the least.
The author has other characters in this book that are not introduced. They must have been in other books? Who is Neill? Who is Brian? Who is Una? Then there is the problem of The dead girl. Where in the world did she come from?
ARC Received from Booksprout🌱
I also got this book with KU.
This is an interesting book but it was rushed into publication. It is filled with spelling errors and plot holes. It needs to be edited. The mob's family name, 0'Reagan, is even spelled O'Regan at times. Which is it? Brian is called Brain at times! The list of errors is long.
Apparently, this is not a standalone book because I was thoroughly confused by characters with no background information being continually inserted into the story.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
March 29, 2019
Original review
This book was provided by the author in exchange for an honest review. Thank you Vi Carter!
Vicious Irish is the second book in the Wild Irish series and tells the story of Shane and Una.
I’ve read a few books by Vi Carter and this is definitely one of the most interesting series because I love Ireland and this whole series is about an Irish Mafia family. I really liked that Vi Carter decided to write this series because it’s a bit different than her A Broken Heart series and All of Me series.
I really loved the main characters, Shane and Una. They both want each other, but they can’t because they’re basically family. I really love complicated relationships because you really get to know the characters. You get to see whether they’ll risk it all or not. The double perspective also really helps with getting to know the characters, you can read what they’re thinking and feeling.
I also loved that Vi Carter gave Finn and Shiobhan an appearance in Vicious Irish so we know how they’re doing. For those that don’t know: Finn and Shiobhan are the main characters from Wild Irish. I’m happy that I could read about them again because I really liked them.
Vicious Irish was an amazing sequel and I cannot wait to read the other books in the Wild Irish series and I’m curious which brother will be the main character in the third book.
This book was provided by the author in exchange for an honest review. Thank you Vi Carter!
Vicious Irish is the second book in the Wild Irish series and tells the story of Shane and Una.
I’ve read a few books by Vi Carter and this is definitely one of the most interesting series because I love Ireland and this whole series is about an Irish Mafia family. I really liked that Vi Carter decided to write this series because it’s a bit different than her A Broken Heart series and All of Me series.
I really loved the main characters, Shane and Una. They both want each other, but they can’t because they’re basically family. I really love complicated relationships because you really get to know the characters. You get to see whether they’ll risk it all or not. The double perspective also really helps with getting to know the characters, you can read what they’re thinking and feeling.
I also loved that Vi Carter gave Finn and Shiobhan an appearance in Vicious Irish so we know how they’re doing. For those that don’t know: Finn and Shiobhan are the main characters from Wild Irish. I’m happy that I could read about them again because I really liked them.
Vicious Irish was an amazing sequel and I cannot wait to read the other books in the Wild Irish series and I’m curious which brother will be the main character in the third book.
May 24, 2020
This was book 1 in the
" Wild Irish
series. This was a book about twins Finn and Shane who fall head over hill for their women Finn and Siobhan and Shane and Una. Una's life had always been intertwined with her stepbrothers, and their wildly violent and vicious personalities. Warned by her mother in adulthood, to stay away from that family, Una was unable to comply as she felt at home with them in an oddly satisfying way. Her relationship with each brother is complex, but her feelings toward Shane went beyond platonic they were both hot for each other. This
was a dark, well written romance was filled with family drama. This book was Violent and bloody it was also graphic. Shane was obsessed with Una she was the one person who could get through to his dark side. I really liked this book it was my first time reading this author. This book was well written with no errors in grammar or spelling. I am looking forward to reading the next book in this series.
was a dark, well written romance was filled with family drama. This book was Violent and bloody it was also graphic. Shane was obsessed with Una she was the one person who could get through to his dark side. I really liked this book it was my first time reading this author. This book was well written with no errors in grammar or spelling. I am looking forward to reading the next book in this series.
April 19, 2021
Vicious (Wild Irish #1)
Author: Vi Carter
Boy this book really had me on the edge of my seat. Loved the characters, very suspicious. Can't wait to read more of the series, and more by this Author. A definite 5 STAR from me.
Author: Vi Carter
Boy this book really had me on the edge of my seat. Loved the characters, very suspicious. Can't wait to read more of the series, and more by this Author. A definite 5 STAR from me.
July 3, 2019
Wow this book get so hot you may need a cold shower I absolutely could not get enough of this I was hooked from the first page great writing job bravo loved it and if anyone is looking a steamy wonderful read then add this one to your list you will not be disappointed I was not, I loved it
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.
July 2, 2019
Loved this very fast paced story from Vi Carter that I received ARC for.
Shane has always felt more then brotherly towards Una since his dad married her mother even after they divorced Una kept in contact with the family. Una is too innocent which has always had Shane kept a watch over her from afar until she comes to stay & gets in trouble with his step brother that puts Shane on edge.
Like always there is always a side of angst with Vi Carter books which you learn to love & then smoking hot chemistry with the fast paced story line you have a hit. look forward to reading the rest of the series
Shane has always felt more then brotherly towards Una since his dad married her mother even after they divorced Una kept in contact with the family. Una is too innocent which has always had Shane kept a watch over her from afar until she comes to stay & gets in trouble with his step brother that puts Shane on edge.
Like always there is always a side of angst with Vi Carter books which you learn to love & then smoking hot chemistry with the fast paced story line you have a hit. look forward to reading the rest of the series
June 26, 2019
Loved the book it was great the story was well written and the characters were interesting. To love a person is hard to walk away. Una grew up with the wrong family, she was unaware of the dealings that happened around her. Una just loved Shane and that is where she felt at home in his arms.
Thank you for allowing me to review this book it was great.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Thank you for allowing me to review this book it was great.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
June 28, 2019
Lots of drama and intrigue in this story alone with some romance. This story is about Una and Shane, the author has a nice writing technique that makes the story easy to read, that being said there are few parts at the very beginning that had me trying to work out who was who. An interesting well written story.
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.
April 17, 2021
Terrific mafia romance suspense! A great start to a new series, Wild Irish, with fabulous characters and a dark suspenseful Irish mafia storyline. Fantastic, sexy chemistry between Una and Shane. Well written, realistic story that includes what you would expect with the mafia. Drugs, danger, suspense along with a steamy romance. Love the O’Reagans! I’m looking forward to the next one. Worth the read.
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.
June 27, 2019
A compelling Mafia mystery romance that is well written, raw, and dark with family drama, violence, danger, intrigue, heat, and off the charts chemistry. This book will take you on a ride so wild I will leave you gasping for breath. Looking forward to the next book.
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.
June 25, 2019
This is a great story that draws you in from the very beginning. The characters were great and the story was really engaging. I loved it and I could not put it down!
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.
July 2, 2019
This book was gripping, well written & the chemistry between the characters sizzled throughout this wonderful read.
Well done Vi. I look forward to more!
Well done Vi. I look forward to more!
July 3, 2019
Lived is book . I was glued from the start and stayed up til 4:30 am Uk time. Can't wait for the next one please hurry
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June 26, 2019
Una's life had always been intertwined with her stepbrothers, and their wildly violent and vicious personalities. Warned by her mother in adulthood, to stay away from that family, Una was unable to comply as she felt at home with them in an oddly satisfying way.
Her relationship with each brother is complex, but her feelings toward Shane went beyond platonic.
Her realization that they were deeply intrenched in the Irish Mafia was shocking and almost paralyzing as she was already deeply in love with Shane.
This dark, well written romance was filled with family interactions and intrigue. Violent, bloody, graphic, and raw with hints of obsession when it came to Shane's feelings for Una.
She remained the innocent, naïve, and slightly awkwardly sweet heroine as she was able to penetrate Shane's darker side.
A very compelling read.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Her relationship with each brother is complex, but her feelings toward Shane went beyond platonic.
Her realization that they were deeply intrenched in the Irish Mafia was shocking and almost paralyzing as she was already deeply in love with Shane.
This dark, well written romance was filled with family interactions and intrigue. Violent, bloody, graphic, and raw with hints of obsession when it came to Shane's feelings for Una.
She remained the innocent, naïve, and slightly awkwardly sweet heroine as she was able to penetrate Shane's darker side.
A very compelling read.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
June 18, 2019
This book is about a young woman raised in a drug dealing crime family but doesn't realize it as she is growing up. She falls in love with one of the sons. There is a lot of mention of drugs, drinking, and death so reader beware. But I'm sure the story is pretty realistic about these things, unfortunately. It was a little confusing at the beginning about who was who in the family, but things get clear as you continue reading. Could be a tough reality show with all the drama in the family!
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.
June 23, 2019
This is the second book in the series and brings Una and Shane's story. Their characters are strong and have a sizzling chemistry. The supporting characters help to bring the story to life along with the descriptive writing and vividly painted scenes. It's an intriguing story that captured and held me from start to finish. It's well written,moves fluidly and I loved reading. I'm looking forward to the next book. Highly recommend!!
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book. All opinions in this review are my own and freely given.
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book. All opinions in this review are my own and freely given.
June 24, 2019
Vicious by Vi Carter. I had a hard time connecting with the story and characters in the beginning of this book but as story progressed, both grew on me and I found myself intrigued and wanting more. I love the darkness of this story and the way the characters didn’t try to sugarcoat things for anyone. This story has a dual POV and HEA (both my favorites) and I would recommend it to others. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
June 25, 2019
I've read several books written by Vi Carter; she has done a great job at writing a good book; she is becoming one of my favorite authors. I can’t wait to read more of books her books.
The story line caught my attention at the very beginning and kept me interested throughout the entire book.
I loved the chemistry between the characters.
I received a free copy of this book via booksprout and I’m voluntarily leaving a review.
The story line caught my attention at the very beginning and kept me interested throughout the entire book.
I loved the chemistry between the characters.
I received a free copy of this book via booksprout and I’m voluntarily leaving a review.
June 24, 2019
Vi has such a way of describing the scenes, characters and emotions that make you feel as though you are right there with them.
Shane and Una story is powerful and bold. It's got the intrigue, drama, sizzling characters and just one heck of a wild ride that will leave you breathless. I received an ARC for an honest and voluntarily review.
Shane and Una story is powerful and bold. It's got the intrigue, drama, sizzling characters and just one heck of a wild ride that will leave you breathless. I received an ARC for an honest and voluntarily review.
June 25, 2019
A darker undertone romance about Una and Shane, who have feelings for each other but it feels wrong as they have been raised as family. It's a book that captures your attention with the easy flow of the story and its characters.
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 2, 2019
Una is no longer tied to Michael and his son's through marriage but that doesn't stop her from escaping to his home when trouble brews with her mom. Staying there brings her closer to her crush who has always been distant from her but she never understood it. Even now that they aren't step siblings Shane won't try for a friendship, especially with their less then legal business holdings and management styles.
This book was dark, twisted and leaves you in suspense. It's got a hot cold romance and family ties that leave you wondering. Like a modern day Sapranoes meets the godfather sort of deal.
This book is left with a bit of a cliffhanger- not officially as it wraps up Shane and Una but cliffhanger about the other brothers and the business dealings going on. I have many questions that I am sure will be answered with future books.
I hope Liam finds his HEA and Darragh gets help so he can appologize and earn Una's respect again. Also Connor has me curious. Plus what was it about their cousin and uncle? I hope Finn gets to keep his girl. What did Una's mother mean but I hope it's not Liam- does that mean Liam might be her natural son and if so I hope Liam and Una can finally have a positive sibling relationship.
Cannot wait for more books from Vi.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
This book was dark, twisted and leaves you in suspense. It's got a hot cold romance and family ties that leave you wondering. Like a modern day Sapranoes meets the godfather sort of deal.
This book is left with a bit of a cliffhanger- not officially as it wraps up Shane and Una but cliffhanger about the other brothers and the business dealings going on. I have many questions that I am sure will be answered with future books.
I hope Liam finds his HEA and Darragh gets help so he can appologize and earn Una's respect again. Also Connor has me curious. Plus what was it about their cousin and uncle? I hope Finn gets to keep his girl. What did Una's mother mean but I hope it's not Liam- does that mean Liam might be her natural son and if so I hope Liam and Una can finally have a positive sibling relationship.
Cannot wait for more books from Vi.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
June 21, 2019
This is a wellwritten pageturner that I enjoyed reading. The storyline is intriguing and the characters great. Can not wait to read the next book in this series.
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.
June 24, 2019
Five FANTASTIC Stars!
An absolutely page turner with an incredibly realistic storyline with a bundle of gripping emotions, amazing drama and exciting hot chemistry that kept me engrossed to the very end.
An absolutely page turner with an incredibly realistic storyline with a bundle of gripping emotions, amazing drama and exciting hot chemistry that kept me engrossed to the very end.
June 24, 2019
This is a really good well written intriguing read and is Una and Shane's story I just loved these two they had great chemistry and were smoking hot together. This is a super read and I really enjoyed it and would recommend it
June 25, 2019
This is Una and Shane’s story. This book has strong characters and really great chemistry. I love that the supporting characters really bring this book together. Very captivating read and well worth reading.
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.
June 27, 2019
Wow this storyline is well written and flow easily. I loved how well developed the characters have been defined with lots of chemistry between them.
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.
September 16, 2021
A compelling mafia romance full of intrigue and family drama!
Definitely a must read!
Definitely a must read!
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