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Gia: Books 1-8: A Gia Santella Crime Thriller Boxset

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Number one best seller in Vigilante Justice, Noir, Hard-Boiled, and Heist.

From USA TODAY bestselling and Anthony Award-nominated author comes this wildly thrilling and fast-paced yet heartbreakingly touching series. After learning her parents’ untimely deaths were the work of a murderer, free-spirited heiress Gia Santella reinvents herself as a vigilante warrior for justice.

With tens of thousands of books sold, the Gia Santella Crime Thriller series will make you stay up all night, ditch your chores, and sneak off to binge read!

“Once you start reading, you can’t stop.”

With 12 books already published save money now by getting NINE PAGE-TURNING NOVELS in this omnibus edition at a steep discount. Bonus: This boxed set contains books 1-8 in the series PLUS the bonus novella, Lone Raven, unavailable for sale anywhere else.

Vendetta - Gia Santella vows to avenge the murders of her loved ones and must stay one step ahead of the ruthless plot to end the Santella family line. To avoid yet another family tragedy, Gia has a bloody choice to make: kill or be killed.

Forgotten Island - When a student journalist at U.C. Berkeley covering the protest for the school paper, disappears, Gia is asked to help. Gia is soon caught in a race against time to find the young journalist before it's too late... If she fails, more innocent people will die ... And it will all be her fault.

Dark Night of the Soul - In this suspense-filled page-turner, Gia travels from her San Francisco neighborhood to her mother's native Sicily and finds herself face-to-face with a tangled web of deep dark secrets that threaten to destroy everything she ever believed was true.

Lone Raven- Gia Santella's hunt for her best friend leads her on a road trip to Mexico where she learns that there is no refuge from evil despite sunny skies and bucolic beaches. She will risk everything to save the innocent …

Black Widow - When Gia is forced to take a luxury cruise, it soon takes a deadly turn. With a new friendship on the line—and maybe her own life—Gia sets out to avenge the innocent once more. But this time, her desire for vendetta may be her undoing.

Day of the Dead – Named one of Barnes & Noble's 20 Favorite Indie Books of 2018. They are the forgotten girls. The vigilante heiress soon discovers that much more than bad choices are to blame for the girls’ circumstances.

Border Line – Gia Santella has settled into domestic life with a vengeance. But then Gia finds herself fighting against her most ruthless enemy yet—a deadly and vicious force whose powerful reach extends across continents.

Night Fall –After the bodies of young men start turning up on city streets, Gia finds a disturbing connection that puts her in a desperate and deadly race against time to save not only her beloved city, but the lives of her dearest friends.

Stone Cold – When 8-year-old Rosalie came into her life Gia immediately took her in. But then Rosalie’s real father decided he wanted her back- and he’s head of one of the world’s most powerful drug cartels. Gia vows to fight to the death—his or hers—to stop him.

Author's Note: This series is a fast-paced, edge-of-your-seat, gripping thriller with a flawed but big-hearted vigilante heroine who loves nothing better than kicking butt and taking names for those who can't do so themselves. If you like take-charge heroines, edge-of-your-seat suspense, rip-roaring thrillers, and gritty dramas, you’ll love Kristi Belcamino’s tales of revenge.

Download this boxed set and create your own brand of justice today!

Buy now if you like Mark Dawson’s Isabella Rose and Beatrix Rose, L.T. Vargus’s Violet Darger, Emily Kimelman’s Sydney Rye, L.T. Ryan’s Emma Griffin, Lee Child’s Jack Reacher, Stieg Larsson’s Lisbeth Salander, Gregg Hurwitz’s Orphan X, Robert Ludlum’s Jason Bourne, John Sandford’s Virgil Flowers

1581 pages, Kindle Edition

First published October 22, 2020

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Kristi Belcamino

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Kristi Belcamino is a USA TODAY bestselling author, an Agatha, Anthony, Barry & Macavity, award finalist, a newspaper cops reporter, and an Italian mama who makes a tasty biscotti.


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FULL LIST OF BOOKS:

Gia Santella Crime Thrillers:


Related to Gia Santella Crime Thrillers:
Gia (prequel novella)
Lone Raven (novella)
Taste of Vengeance

Queen of Spades Thrillers


Related: Eva (prequel novella)

Vigilante Crime Series:


Stand Alones:


Nonfiction


Gabriella Giovanni Mystery Series:

Blessed are the Dead
Blessed are the Meek
Blessed are Those Who Weep
Blessed are Those Who Mourn
Blessed are the Peacemakers
Blessed are the Merciful

Related:
The Saint (prequel novella)
Misc:
City of Angels
Tomb of the Queen
Crush Your Query

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6 reviews
November 1, 2020
So I guess I should have waited for these books to be bundled. I have them all...individually. I have read and love each one. If you like action, suspense, twists, you are in the right place! Highly recommended!
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980 reviews1 follower
October 31, 2020
I have been lucky enough to have gotten a ARC copy of most of this series. I am volunteering to leave this review. If you are looking for a action packed kick ass female series then this is a must read.
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4,405 reviews30 followers
October 31, 2020
This is a series you won’t want to miss. Gia Santella is a strong, sexy, badass character that is easy to like. Each storyline is well written and the characters are well developed. The books need to be read in the order written to be able to see Gia’s life unfold. These books are fast paced thrillers with twists, turns, ups, downs and emotion. I thoroughly enjoyed each book in this box set.
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235 reviews
October 31, 2020
An awesome series. Have fallen in love with it and the author. The books are fast paced and the heroine is the type of kick ass person we need
41 reviews
November 1, 2020
Nonstop kick-ass beautiful woman in a series that is so good,you won't want to put it down!
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2,207 reviews39 followers
November 8, 2020
Vendetta:
Really enjoyed this! Gia is one strong woman! Her story drew me in and I didn't want to put it down! Her life has had so many ups and downs but she keeps soldiering on. I'm excited to see what happens next.

Forgotten Island:
Another great instalment in the series. Gia has grown a lot since book 1 and she's really doing some good to help the community. She is a tough woman and I love reading her story.

Dark Night of the Soul:
This one is great! Each book in the series is better than the last and this one is an emotional rollercoaster! Loved it!

Lone Raven:
Another great Gia book! This one is a little shorter than the previous ones, but still is a great read. Gia tracks Dante down in Mexico, and unintentionally ends up in a murderer's sights. She does what she can to protect her friend, and people she barely even knows.
It's nice to read a series where the main character grows with each story, and each tragedy.

Day of the dead:
In this one, Gia discovers that girls are being held in a facility and drugged against their will. Not all of them are surviving this horrible treatment. King is back, and Gia is determined to take him down.

Border Line:
This is a great read! Gia and James have been adjusting to the changes in their lives after James' injury, when Gia is thrown into a situation she never expected - looking after a young girl. Gia is determined to find out what happened to the girl's mother, and why men are trying so hard to take her.
I really enjoyed reading this one. We get both sides of the story - Gia's, and the bad guy's - which is always fun to read, and Gia is her usual kickass self!

Night Fall:
Gia has always had her own sense of what is right and wrong, and is willing to do whatever it takes to keep her friends and loved ones safe. Legally, or otherwise.
This time round, Gia is tasked with finding and protecting a group of vigilante computer hackers, who after going up against the founder of a dark market website, are being hunted down one by one.
I love that we get multiple viewpoints to read from here, as it gives you a much wider understanding of what is really happening and why. It's also fun to delve into the minds of the bad guys!
This was another great Gia book, and I love that she is maturing and evolving as each book goes on. I'm excited to see what's next for her!

Stone Cold:
In Stone Cold, Gia comes face to face with Nico, Rosalie's father, and the meeting does not go at all how you would expect. Nico just wants his daughter back, after discovering she is indeed alive, and Gia, naturally, does not want to give her up to a known drug lord.
Absolutely loved this book. I love this whole series, but this book had all the feels! Gia goes through many emotions in this one, and I went through them right along with her! She comes across so strong and determined, but on the inside she's still so vulnerable. And Nico is just someone you want to hate on principle, yet can't.
I thought this was great, and can't wait to read more!
7,766 reviews50 followers
October 31, 2020
Her past has been one of betrayal, lack of love, personal tragedy. Yet, she has come into what she is today a strong, feisty with a strong sense of righting the wrong that has been done to others. The stories are full of fast action, emotion and laughters with new friends. To read you fall in love with her and with Dante a close friend that is protective of how she is doing.
Great series. Given ARC for my voluntary review and my honest opinion
155 reviews3 followers
October 31, 2020

These books are an action packed roller coaster ride of highs and lows as they occur in Gia’s life. Yes there is violence and yes sometimes Gia has to defend herself and someone gets killed. A warning, these books may cause you to read late into the night so you might lose some sleep. I have read some of these via my kindle unlimited account and others as an ARC. If you have not discovered this author yet, you are in for a ride.
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1,718 reviews33 followers
October 31, 2020
Gia Santella is certainly the most unique character I have encountered in my reading. She combines all the best features of a beautiful woman and a crafty assassin. Each of these books is unique and can be read as standalone. I have read them all , but not in order. I was struck by the consistency of the characters between books. Each of the books is a superb and well-written story. They are all extremely engrossing. Try to pace yourself or you will binge read and lose some of the value.
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12 reviews
October 31, 2020
If you have not read this is the best deal and place to start! I have read every Gia book so far. Gotta tell ya, each one is better than the last one. I guarantee you will be hooked 100%. I am totally addicted to Kristi Belcamino Books. You will be too after reading! I do not like to give spoilers..
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23 reviews
October 31, 2020
You will fall in love with Gia Santella, she is fierce in so many ways! She loves deeply and seeks vengeance righteously. The ups and downs along with the twists and turns will keep you reading far into the night. A series you really don’t want to miss!
2 reviews
October 31, 2020
This set is an amazing grouping of the stories of Gia and her life. The stories are rich and inviting while maintaining the excitement of all of Kristi’s books. The characters are so well written
That I feel like they are my friends in real life. 1000000% recommend.
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2,751 reviews52 followers
October 31, 2020
After reading these books I always feel inspired to fight some bad guys. Gia is tough, independent and loyal to her friends-turned-family. She fights for important reasons and takes necessary risks. Her story needs to be read in order as her personal life story continues through the series.
25 reviews2 followers
October 31, 2020
Not gonna lie ... I’m kinda jealous right now. I wish there’d been a boxed set of these when I first started reading Kristi Belcamino. I’ve read all of her novels, and I keep going back for more. You won’t be disappointed!
314 reviews3 followers
October 31, 2020
The Gia series is a must read set of books. I have read all of the books and Gia is such a multifaceted character. I love reading about her adventures and can’t wait to see what comes next for her. She is a true badass female and this set of books will keep you coming back for more.
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16 reviews2 followers
November 15, 2020
I'm a huge fan of Kristi Belcamino and love this series.  I wish the boxset had been available when I discovered this series so I could have read them all within a few days.  Yes, the stories and Kristi's writing are THAT good.  Kristi's writing is a perfect blend of the story and her characters, who we get to watch grow, struggle, and succeed in each book.  And Gia is one strong, badass woman!  Whether you're new to the series or want to reread it, this boxset is an amazing deal.
146 reviews2 followers
November 2, 2020
I’ve read all the books on KU and enjoy the series, it’s spinoffs and everything the author has written.
62 reviews
November 5, 2020
Once you start reading you won't want to stop. Gia is a kick as lead character who pulls you into her world where she is not only fighting her own demons & sadness she is fighting for the under dog. These books are filled with action, tension, scene descriptions' that take you away to each location & the feelings of the characters. You will go on a wild ride with a rollercoaster of emotions from start to finish. Highly recommend this series but be warned you will be up late into the night reading.
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October 31, 2020
Woot! Super excited to release this MAJOR BARGAIN bundle for my books - you actually get 9 Gia Santella novels for a super low price!
17 reviews21 followers
November 4, 2020
Thrilling and scary, while being filled with joy and wonder

Ms Belcamino’s stories paint pictures that take you into the world of her characters. I felt the heat at the border and saw and smelled the death that Gia witnessed. Using her characters’ adrenalin, I race through her books and it feels nice to relax with Gia at the end of a book. Despite herself and while continuing to fight her own demons, Gia continues to be the bad-ass savior that her neighbors and the less fortunate in need.

Ms Belcamino continues to pull us into the life of Gia Santella. When Kristi wrote these books, she was one cruel lady. But that was in a good way. Once I started reading a book, it was hard to stop. By the time I finished, it was usually past my bedtime. I lost all track of time. I was lost in Gia’s world. As Gia tries to get her life together, her kick-ass personality drives her to save those she loves and cares about. She still cannot seem to attain the happiness she strives for. The action in these books is non-stop and the twists abound. How Gia pulls it together in the end is a pure example of how well the author can write stories. My interest in this strong protagonist only increases as we are introduced to her life and I look forward to many more hours of action and thrills.

Go to the top of this page and purchase this set of books. You will thank Ms Belcamino for providing a wonderful adventure and a thriller like no other. Buy it, read them, you will absolutely enjoy them.
114 reviews
February 3, 2021
Thrilling and scary, while being filled with joy and wonder

Ms Belcamino’s stories paint pictures that take you into the world of her characters. I felt the heat at the border and saw and smelled the death that Gia witnessed. Using her characters’ adrenalin, I race through her books and it feels nice to relax with Gia at the end of a book. Despite herself and while continuing to fight her own demons, Gia continues to be the bad-ass savior that her neighbors and the less fortunate in need.

Kristi continues to pull us into the life of Gia Santella. When Kristi wrote these books, she was one cruel lady. But that was in a good way. Once I started reading a book, it was hard to stop. By the time I finished, it was usually past my bedtime. I lost all track of time. I was lost in Gia’s world. As Gia tries to get her life together, her kick-ass personality drives her to save those she loves and cares about. She still cannot seem to attain the happiness she strives for. The action in these books is non-stop and the twists abound. How Gia pulls it together in the end is a pure example of how well the author can write stories. My interest in this strong protagonist only increases as we are introduced to her life and I look forward to many more hours of action and thrills.

Go to the top of this page and purchase this set of books. You will thank Ms Belcamino for providing a wonderful adventure and a thriller like no other. Buy it, read them, you will absolutely enjoy them.
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839 reviews2 followers
November 3, 2020
This is a wonderful crime thriller series that has amazing characters that will keep you riveted and entertained completely. Kristi Belcamino is a MASTER when it comes to writing crime-thrillers. There are so many great reasons for you to get this series, but the BEST reason is that it's just plain GREAT. And, the entire series is all in one place! You don't have to wait for the next one. The characters and stories are well written so ideally, you could start anywhere, but you don't want to, start from the beginning so you can get the complete back story. Once you get to know Gia, you will also want to get to know Eva, whom both are presented perfectly as badass female protagonists that are fierce protectors of all they believe in, portrayed as strong, yet loving family protectors. I was fortunate enough to have read all of the ARCs of these books and can tell you unequivocally, this is a must-read for any crime-thriller lover. Great books, great compilation and I'm happy to provide my honest review.
7 reviews
April 9, 2021
Series was ok but a bit hard on believability. Many mistakes by author, sometimes forgetting what she wrote a paragraph before. Needs better editing. Sometimes the main character, Gia, does truly stupid things despite her so-called, exceptional smarts. Much is made of her lifelong,
martial arts training, yet she is constantly getting beat to a pulp and stabbed, cut in losing battles with “bad” guys.
Gia is hard to like to me as a hero type. I don’t mind sex in novels. Yet, author bestows morals of an alley cat to Gia. Novels got progressively boring and more unbelievable. Wish I could have liked more.
88 reviews
November 1, 2020
The Gia box set can be read as stand alone or in or in the series order .
Gia Santella is a young women who has lost everything but has been left very wealthy from her loses. Gia has a few select friends, along with her dog ,who she saved, helps the homeless and is a bad ass kick ass women who stands up for crime and for those who can’t stand for themselves.
Gia stories will leave you wanting more ,and as part of the ARC team I have enjoyed each one . Be prepared to enjoy this series and not put it down until the last sentence in the last book is read.


95 reviews3 followers
November 12, 2020
Meet Gia Santella with this superb series of Gia's adventures. She is proud, loyal, sexy and is not afraid to risk her life to protect the people she loves. As the books unfold, Gia reveals herself a little more and one can only fall in love with this determined yet vulnerable woman, which makes it her greatest strength. Each book can be read alone but why deprive yourself when you can read the first 8 books with this boxset? Kristi Belcamino, through her words, give life to Gia and take us on adventures that will make you want to live others alongside Gia.
15 reviews
November 13, 2020
Kristi is by far my favorite writer, the only one that I’ve followed faithfully. Her characters are developed in a way that the reader gets caught up in their life, and the way she describes their thoughts and emotions makes you feel like you’re the one living the story. When Gia is upset you’re upset, when she’s angry you’re angry, when she seeks justice you understand why. The roller coaster of events she experiences will make your heart pound. A must read for anyone who enjoys an action-packed series – just be prepared to do nothing but read until you’ve finished the whole set!!
7 reviews2 followers
November 9, 2020
Excellent series! Gia turns pain into revenge and then into protection of those in need against evil. The box set is wonderful; you don't have to wait for the next book to read these fast-paced stories! Gia Santella suffers when her parents die. She falls into very self-destructive ways. When she finds out their deaths were ordered, it's 'game on'. Follow Gia as she fights to protect those she loves and those that can't protect themselves.
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168 reviews12 followers
November 15, 2020
If you like a fast action filled read with a strong heroine who is fierce, yet sensitive, and just a little damaged, this is the collection for you. Gia has been hrough a lot in her young life and learned how to pick herself and fight to protect those she loves, often with no concern for herself. I found these books checked all the boxes for great reading pleasure. Italian mob? Check, Dangerous vendettas? Check. Love, loss and some betrayal? Check.
14 reviews
February 22, 2021
Enjoyed the character

I chose the rating of five because the stories kept me wanting to know what would happen next. The first mail intimate encounter the main character had may have reflected my own morality where I would not take advantage of a woman who had too much to drink. I must add that the results being the same.
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151 reviews14 followers
November 9, 2020
Excellent series! You absolutely cannot go wrong with this one. Gia is a kicka$$ gal and she is tough as nails. These books are action packed and at times, lots of strong emotions. I love the characters and the plots of the stories are such that there is never a dull moment. Grab it today!
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