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Claiming His Queen
The world on the outside of the law has rules.
At least -- the world I run does . . .
Rule number one -- you take from me and I will take from you -- whatever you value the most.
I will take it -- and -- I will keep it . . .
When a Vieth orphans kills one of my men, Karen Vieth offers her daughter as payment to soothe my anger.
Cora Vieth is a quiet, beautiful woman but she doesn’t settle my spirit.
Instead, she fires lusts I didn’t realize I had.
I’m not supposed to keep Cora, not if I want peace with the Vieth orphans -- but there’s no way I’m giving her back either.
If the city turns red as I claim my queen so be it.
Note: This book is intended for readers 18+.
At least -- the world I run does . . .
Rule number one -- you take from me and I will take from you -- whatever you value the most.
I will take it -- and -- I will keep it . . .
When a Vieth orphans kills one of my men, Karen Vieth offers her daughter as payment to soothe my anger.
Cora Vieth is a quiet, beautiful woman but she doesn’t settle my spirit.
Instead, she fires lusts I didn’t realize I had.
I’m not supposed to keep Cora, not if I want peace with the Vieth orphans -- but there’s no way I’m giving her back either.
If the city turns red as I claim my queen so be it.
Note: This book is intended for readers 18+.
108 pages, Kindle Edition
First published March 2, 2021
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January 14, 2023
⭐️⭐️
Just not for me. It’s just a 100 pages and I still skipped.
Just not for me. It’s just a 100 pages and I still skipped.
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January 11, 2026It was okay; I got confused with some parts, but it was still fine for a short read. Safe, novella, and dual V!
March 6, 2021
'Sella mi destino con un beso. Un beso que no solo toma mi aliento, sino que me está tomando por completo. Solo desearía poder tener todo de él también'
•Mi opinión puede contener Spoilers
•Esta destinada a ser un descargo personal no para que alguien más lea pero si lo haces y te ofende, me disculpo porque sé lo que es que te guste un libro y otros lo critiquen
Claiming His Queen de Ella Goode
Argumento:
El mundo al margen de la ley tiene reglas. Al menos, el mundo que dirijo lo hace. Regla número uno: tú me quitas y yo te quitaré lo que más valoras. Lo tomaré y lo guardaré.
Cuando un huérfano de Vieth mata a uno de mis hombres, Karin Vieth ofrece a su hija como pago para calmar mi ira.
Cora Vieth es una mujer hermosa y tranquila, pero no tranquiliza mi espíritu.
En cambio, ella dispara deseos que no sabía que tenía. Se supone que no debo quedarme con Cora, no si quiero la paz con los huérfanos de Vieth, pero tampoco hay forma de que la devuelva.
Si la ciudad se pone roja mientras reclamo a mi reina, que así sea.
Mí humilde opinión:
Esta fue una lectura de mafiosos que lo tenía todo, amor, venganza, intriga y acción. Si bien encontré la historia un poco oscura, saltaba por ahí en momentos y tuvo agujeros la disfruté de todas formas.
Los personajes bien logrados, se definieron bien los tres bandos mafiosos: el de Aidon que dirige su grupo con puño de hierro pero tiene corazón ya que cuida a los suyos. El de Karin Vieth que tiene un grupo de mujeres huérfanas que son prostitutas dio a entender, asesinas entrenadas y por último, que mucho no se destacó, el grupo liderado por Ashford, el malo del libro.
El mundo estuvo bien y se notaba peligroso.
Aidon era el tipo antihéroe que me hizo saltar el corazón de varias maneras. Lo único que le critico es la asquerosa escena en la que interroga con su gente a un enemigo. Realmente fue un asco.
Cora era dulce pero fuerte, me gustó su lealtad y cómo enfrentaba a Aidon. También que formara amistad con Kaillar fue divertido, me gustó que le proponga leer juntas un libro de Julie Garwood. Las escenas de las chicas juntas me encantaron.
La relación entre los protagonistas fue instantánea pero se fueron conociendo antes de llegar a la cama lo que estuvo muy bien. Me gustó cómo se fue desarrollando su relación de enemigos a amantes, hubo tensión, dulzura y mucha química.
Todo lo que sucede a partir de la muerte de uno de los hombres de Aidon fue lo que me mantuvo leyendo. Quién lo asesinó? Con qué motivo? Fue una de las huérfanas de la madre de Cora o alguien más que quería que Karin Vieth y Aidon fueran a la guerra? Cora lograría seducir a Aidon y luego traicionarlo por su madre? Que Karin entregara a su hija a Aidon como garantía y se terminaran enamorando siendo de distintos bandos le agregó el romance y la emoción.
Yo estaba con la boca abierta en la escena de la boda y cuando se descubre quien estaba detrás de la muerte del hombre de Aidon. Todo lo que sucedía era tan bueno porque no lo esperaba para nada.
Este sí que fue un romance mafioso que logró mí aprovación con un lindo HEA y epílogo.
May 19, 2021
3.5 Stars
A Jessa Kane/Alexa Riley type of read for sure. I liked it after I stopped taking it seriously, and there were a few LOL moments, so I will see be reading this author again.
A Jessa Kane/Alexa Riley type of read for sure. I liked it after I stopped taking it seriously, and there were a few LOL moments, so I will see be reading this author again.
March 8, 2021
An adorable sweet 18 girl sent by her mom to seduce an older Mafia Boss 😂 loved this and enjoyed it the epilogue was so cute and funny ❤
April 11, 2021
"Claiming His Queen" is the story of Cora and Aidon.
A dark mafia romance, in which the heroine is sold to the hero for power play. Her mother wants her to seduce him, he thinks he knows her identity and will be immune to her. Soon attraction strikes, but their world is filled with betrayals and bad people. It's balanced by some hot romance between MCs, and loads of bloodshed and adventures.
Enjoyed it!
Safe
3.5/5
A dark mafia romance, in which the heroine is sold to the hero for power play. Her mother wants her to seduce him, he thinks he knows her identity and will be immune to her. Soon attraction strikes, but their world is filled with betrayals and bad people. It's balanced by some hot romance between MCs, and loads of bloodshed and adventures.
Enjoyed it!
Safe
3.5/5
March 5, 2021
Aidon dirige el submundo con mano de hierro. Protege a sus hombres como si fueran su familia así que si alguno de los suyos es asesinado será pagado con sangre. Es por eso que cuando aparece uno de los suyos muerto por la otra mujer que dirige parte de los bajos fondos, él espera la correspondiente venganza. Lo que no espera es que la mujer le ofrezca a su hija para comprar tiempo mientras busca pruebas de que ha sido un asesinato justificado. Si piensa que va a caer por una de sus huérfanas está muy equivocada... O no?
Bueno, con este libro estoy intentando retomar la lectura porque llevo una época que no me apetece leer absolutamente NADA. Y eso para mí es mortal 🤣. Lo intenté con este libro corto pero... La protagonista me ha caído mal. Me ha parecido una idiota desde el principio, me dio mucha rabia y era incoherente consigo misma. En fin, que le doy la nota que le doy porque para pasar el rato está bien. Tiene final feliz y todo eso así que, aunque con drama es fácil de llevar.
Bueno, con este libro estoy intentando retomar la lectura porque llevo una época que no me apetece leer absolutamente NADA. Y eso para mí es mortal 🤣. Lo intenté con este libro corto pero... La protagonista me ha caído mal. Me ha parecido una idiota desde el principio, me dio mucha rabia y era incoherente consigo misma. En fin, que le doy la nota que le doy porque para pasar el rato está bien. Tiene final feliz y todo eso así que, aunque con drama es fácil de llevar.
March 4, 2021
After an odd start, I have to admit - this is my favorite Ella Goode book so far.
I know! I love her work, how could I possibly choose a favorite? Well, I just did. Aidon and Cora are awesome. Particularly Cora. She’s the perfect sweet virgin with a backbone that actually made choices a sweet virgin with a backbone would make.
We’ve all read these novella heroines...they usually go from zero to sex kitten in a matter of paragraphs. Cora wasn’t like that. She had sex kitten in her (she wouldn’t be an Ella heroine if she didn’t), but it progressed realistically even in the very shortened time frame of the book.
For the record, it all happens in like 3 days, but still, somehow, it totally worked for me.
WARNING / HEADS UP - when I started this book I was confused beyond measure. Was this one of the contemporary romances that Ella usually writes? Or some Sci-Fi, other worldly, paranormal story that I’m not prepped for? - Don’t get me wrong, I love paranormal, but I don’t expect it from Ella - Turns out, it is contemporary. And while the setting is pretty ambiguous it’s set in modern times.
Why did I question that this was actually an Ella book for about the first 3-4 chapters ?
These names!
I understand that unique character names are important in books. But all of these names felt like they were meant for other places. Cora? Fine totally believable. Aidon? Well, it’s not spelled right, but I can get behind it. It’s very possible this is set in a Mediterranean nation where there are names and spellings I don’t know. Cora could definitely be Italian or Greek. But then we just got progressively weird.
Poppy - okay it’s a nickname for Penelope, totally fine. Wait, Poppy is a GUY?? Bran - okay now we’re in Winterfell. Hunt - we’ve moved to the Deep South. Pole - ummm. Okay. Notch?? Like, a notch in a wood? Kailler???? What? Is it supposed to be like Killer, but special dude-like Killer kind of name? Nope. Kailler is a woman. Karin? Is this typical spelling? And Karin’s last name - the one that she’s frequently called - Veith. Essentially all of her people are called the Veith orphans. Veith.
Do we understand why Amanda thought we were reading some kind of Sci-Fy?
Seriously, unique names are awesome, but too many and it’s hard to call a story contemporary unless you put it in a specific setting. The lack of setting is what made me immediately think I was getting something other than what I expected.
All of that aside - I truly LOVED this book! Once I got past all of the weird names, I totally fell for the characters. There was action and a touch of mystery. The entire cast of characters held my interest. And it was so steamy and delicious. A genuine new favorite of mine.
So, don’t let yourself get stuck on the weird names. Rename them in your head if you have to! The actual story is awesome and I highly recommend it to any romance lover! Particularly if you, like me, find short and steamy books to be the catnip that they are.
I know! I love her work, how could I possibly choose a favorite? Well, I just did. Aidon and Cora are awesome. Particularly Cora. She’s the perfect sweet virgin with a backbone that actually made choices a sweet virgin with a backbone would make.
We’ve all read these novella heroines...they usually go from zero to sex kitten in a matter of paragraphs. Cora wasn’t like that. She had sex kitten in her (she wouldn’t be an Ella heroine if she didn’t), but it progressed realistically even in the very shortened time frame of the book.
For the record, it all happens in like 3 days, but still, somehow, it totally worked for me.
WARNING / HEADS UP - when I started this book I was confused beyond measure. Was this one of the contemporary romances that Ella usually writes? Or some Sci-Fi, other worldly, paranormal story that I’m not prepped for? - Don’t get me wrong, I love paranormal, but I don’t expect it from Ella - Turns out, it is contemporary. And while the setting is pretty ambiguous it’s set in modern times.
Why did I question that this was actually an Ella book for about the first 3-4 chapters ?
These names!
I understand that unique character names are important in books. But all of these names felt like they were meant for other places. Cora? Fine totally believable. Aidon? Well, it’s not spelled right, but I can get behind it. It’s very possible this is set in a Mediterranean nation where there are names and spellings I don’t know. Cora could definitely be Italian or Greek. But then we just got progressively weird.
Poppy - okay it’s a nickname for Penelope, totally fine. Wait, Poppy is a GUY?? Bran - okay now we’re in Winterfell. Hunt - we’ve moved to the Deep South. Pole - ummm. Okay. Notch?? Like, a notch in a wood? Kailler???? What? Is it supposed to be like Killer, but special dude-like Killer kind of name? Nope. Kailler is a woman. Karin? Is this typical spelling? And Karin’s last name - the one that she’s frequently called - Veith. Essentially all of her people are called the Veith orphans. Veith.
Do we understand why Amanda thought we were reading some kind of Sci-Fy?
Seriously, unique names are awesome, but too many and it’s hard to call a story contemporary unless you put it in a specific setting. The lack of setting is what made me immediately think I was getting something other than what I expected.
All of that aside - I truly LOVED this book! Once I got past all of the weird names, I totally fell for the characters. There was action and a touch of mystery. The entire cast of characters held my interest. And it was so steamy and delicious. A genuine new favorite of mine.
So, don’t let yourself get stuck on the weird names. Rename them in your head if you have to! The actual story is awesome and I highly recommend it to any romance lover! Particularly if you, like me, find short and steamy books to be the catnip that they are.
March 9, 2021
No strong representation of diverse characters or minority identities.
Overall: 2-stars
Claiming His Queen suffers from a lack of world-building which made me quite confused about the characters' relationships (who were enemies, and why, and what their 'jobs' were). The vague world-building consequently impacted the characterizations of the Heroine and Hero; I didn't believe someone in the Hero's place wouldn't be aware of the huge vulnerability of one of his supposed-enemies, and I didn't believe the child of a would-be mob boss would be that naive. Especially, considering the Heroine's mother's gang was comprised of only women. Claiming His Queen also sets up the Hero's criminal organization and the Heroine's mother's organization as if they're enemies, but it seems like they're more 'I'll stay out of your way if you stay out of mine,' which kind of negates the whole enemies to lovers situation and makes the reason for the Heroine being in the custody of the Hero void.
Also, I find it problematic that the Heroine never acknowledged how dangerous her mother could be – the villain actually raised some important facts. The Heroine's mother brought vulnerable girls off the street, kept them safe but, in return, she wanted their absolute loyalty and help to grow her organization. As a result, her mother made "her girls" sleep with some bad/scary men to get information. It's one thing if the girls are choosing to do it but it didn't seem like they had one choice. I needed there to be an actual discussion because it came across as exploitive.
Safety Rating: Safe
Possible Triggers: Yes
Ending:
Overall: 2-stars
Claiming His Queen suffers from a lack of world-building which made me quite confused about the characters' relationships (who were enemies, and why, and what their 'jobs' were). The vague world-building consequently impacted the characterizations of the Heroine and Hero; I didn't believe someone in the Hero's place wouldn't be aware of the huge vulnerability of one of his supposed-enemies, and I didn't believe the child of a would-be mob boss would be that naive. Especially, considering the Heroine's mother's gang was comprised of only women. Claiming His Queen also sets up the Hero's criminal organization and the Heroine's mother's organization as if they're enemies, but it seems like they're more 'I'll stay out of your way if you stay out of mine,' which kind of negates the whole enemies to lovers situation and makes the reason for the Heroine being in the custody of the Hero void.
Also, I find it problematic that the Heroine never acknowledged how dangerous her mother could be – the villain actually raised some important facts. The Heroine's mother brought vulnerable girls off the street, kept them safe but, in return, she wanted their absolute loyalty and help to grow her organization. As a result, her mother made "her girls" sleep with some bad/scary men to get information. It's one thing if the girls are choosing to do it but it didn't seem like they had one choice. I needed there to be an actual discussion because it came across as exploitive.
Safety Rating: Safe
Possible Triggers: Yes
Ending:
March 5, 2021
Great story. Could have done without their torture techniques.
Two enemies have a common interests.
Loved the characters. Very relatable.
Highly recommend.
Two enemies have a common interests.
Loved the characters. Very relatable.
Highly recommend.
March 6, 2021
No me gusto mucho la historia se centra demasiado en la posesión de otra persona, incluso si la misma está de acuerdo o no, igual es insta love cosa que a mi no me gusta tanto, el punto alto de la historia siento que salió de la nada y que no tenía ningún fundamento necesito más trama para que sea engancha te.
March 4, 2021
Aidon and Cora
I don’t know....this book is a bit of a departure. I did not find Aidon very likable and the story is a bit edgy. The writing is still great. HEA.
I don’t know....this book is a bit of a departure. I did not find Aidon very likable and the story is a bit edgy. The writing is still great. HEA.
July 1, 2022
2.5✯
°Each other's first and only
°Switching POVs
°Insta love/lust
°Dumb annoying heroine
°OTT alpha hero
°No OW/OM drama
°No separation
°No cheating or scenes with OP
°Epilogue:
°Each other's first and only
°Switching POVs
°Insta love/lust
°Dumb annoying heroine
°OTT alpha hero
°No OW/OM drama
°No separation
°No cheating or scenes with OP
°Epilogue:
March 11, 2021
Not my favorite Ella Goode read, but still an enjoyable and fairly light organized crime erotic romance.
It can be difficult to world build in short stories and novellas, and I spent a bit of this one trying to figure out exactly what was going on, and how each character was connected to another. Sorting out what Cora's mother's business actually was took a bit, until I settled on . Once I sorted everything out, it was fine.
I'm not entirely sure some of the plot points/reveals were necessary. The unasked/never requested question of Cora's father gets answered—exactly who I was expecting—but nothing happened with it. Not even some back story that could have been interesting. It was just filler. Same with the antagonist's plot. His accomplice gave more information than he did, and that was still barely surface level scratching. The motivation was weak and aimless. Both of these characters were super flat, and it's always a shame when a villain is done dirty like that. This is a consistent issue I've had with Goode's writing; she seems to struggle with it.
But. It's not a bad read by any means. It was an enjoyable way to pass 90 minutes.
Real Rating: 2.5 stars
It can be difficult to world build in short stories and novellas, and I spent a bit of this one trying to figure out exactly what was going on, and how each character was connected to another. Sorting out what Cora's mother's business actually was took a bit, until I settled on . Once I sorted everything out, it was fine.
I'm not entirely sure some of the plot points/reveals were necessary. The unasked/never requested question of Cora's father gets answered—exactly who I was expecting—but nothing happened with it. Not even some back story that could have been interesting. It was just filler. Same with the antagonist's plot. His accomplice gave more information than he did, and that was still barely surface level scratching. The motivation was weak and aimless. Both of these characters were super flat, and it's always a shame when a villain is done dirty like that. This is a consistent issue I've had with Goode's writing; she seems to struggle with it.
But. It's not a bad read by any means. It was an enjoyable way to pass 90 minutes.
Real Rating: 2.5 stars
April 8, 2021
I read the book after this before I read this book and everyone said this one was better than that one. But I felt like they were similar.
This is set in the crime world where two bosses are trying to get to the bottom of a death.
Karin Vieth the crime boss with a syndicate made up of mostly women offers up her own daughter to Aidon, as she tries to find out what happened to his man while he was in her territory.
Aidon falls in love with her daughter basics just by looking at her. This is the part of the story I wish the author would put more effort into.
Cora, is sweet but also childlike at times, which I found a little weird.
But overall, it was an enjoyable read. I knew going into it that it was a quick read so I would have to suspend my disbelief to enjoy it.
This is set in the crime world where two bosses are trying to get to the bottom of a death.
Karin Vieth the crime boss with a syndicate made up of mostly women offers up her own daughter to Aidon, as she tries to find out what happened to his man while he was in her territory.
Aidon falls in love with her daughter basics just by looking at her. This is the part of the story I wish the author would put more effort into.
Cora, is sweet but also childlike at times, which I found a little weird.
But overall, it was an enjoyable read. I knew going into it that it was a quick read so I would have to suspend my disbelief to enjoy it.
March 19, 2021
Deadly attraction
Instant attraction can be deadly, but when Cora steps into his world that’s the last thing our lead is thinking. Seven days and he can’t touch her or taste her.
But that won’t stop Aidon from figuring out a way around it that’ll leave both satisfied.
A different read from Ella Goode, but one that I enjoyed. She always brings the heat!
It’s a yes from me.
Instant attraction can be deadly, but when Cora steps into his world that’s the last thing our lead is thinking. Seven days and he can’t touch her or taste her.
But that won’t stop Aidon from figuring out a way around it that’ll leave both satisfied.
A different read from Ella Goode, but one that I enjoyed. She always brings the heat!
It’s a yes from me.
February 12, 2025
Not gonna lie I wasn’t sure in the first couple chapters because we have a lot of names/info thrown at us (trying the lay the ground work for the story quickly) and the hero was a bit too “just need to get her out of my system” vibes in the beginning but I wasn’t too put off because 1) she’s the only one he’s felt this way 2) it makes sense with the plot 3) When he falls oh boy does he so I forgave it lol
I liked the heroine the best in this book cause she was such a good mix of brave and scared, shy and sassy, innocent and sensual. It took some time to flesh out the characters, especially the hero, but it was worth the wait. The side characters were really good additions.
Also, really enjoyed the plot like it wasn’t just pure romance (but it’s definitely the focus) but a fun story. So gonna reread this one, it was just so fun!
Best of all it’s dual virgin and he publicly announces it in a funny scene.
I liked the heroine the best in this book cause she was such a good mix of brave and scared, shy and sassy, innocent and sensual. It took some time to flesh out the characters, especially the hero, but it was worth the wait. The side characters were really good additions.
Also, really enjoyed the plot like it wasn’t just pure romance (but it’s definitely the focus) but a fun story. So gonna reread this one, it was just so fun!
Best of all it’s dual virgin and he publicly announces it in a funny scene.
July 21, 2021
The couple: Aidon and Cora
Romance genre: Insta-love/arranged marriage
Length: 108 pages
Plot: Cora's mother, Karin, is the Vieth leader, and when one of his men is killed in her territory, Aidon holds her responsible. As a show of good faith (kinda), she leaves her daughter, Cora, with him. But Aidon decides that he would like to keep Cora, and he's going to make Cora want the same thing.
Character development: I was a bit confused about where/when this was taking place, and I think that due to a lack of world-building. I feel like this problem also carried over to the next related book (Stealing His Princess) as well. I would have also liked a little more conversation about Cora's dad, seeing as it was . Seems like Karin would have given them a little more information. But it was entertaining nonetheless.
Romance genre: Insta-love/arranged marriage
Length: 108 pages
Plot: Cora's mother, Karin, is the Vieth leader, and when one of his men is killed in her territory, Aidon holds her responsible. As a show of good faith (kinda), she leaves her daughter, Cora, with him. But Aidon decides that he would like to keep Cora, and he's going to make Cora want the same thing.
Character development: I was a bit confused about where/when this was taking place, and I think that due to a lack of world-building. I feel like this problem also carried over to the next related book (Stealing His Princess) as well. I would have also liked a little more conversation about Cora's dad, seeing as it was . Seems like Karin would have given them a little more information. But it was entertaining nonetheless.
April 3, 2021
I love those stories where husbands are only soft for their wifes. Like, I'll literally kill anyone who dares looking wrongly at you. Sweet.
March 2, 2021
Exciting smut romance! It has all the naughty delight of a virginal offering to a bad man with the gritty world of a mafia background. Yet it's also adorably sweet and fun. And it's all thanks to the female character who is innocent, bold, candid and brave.
What I found really funny is that she's supposed to be this seductress with an agenda, but it's out in the open from the start that she has no clue. Still, she manages to get this hardened lord of crime to move heaven and earth to have her, keep her, and save the day among criminal organizations in the brink of war. The interactions are full of laughs and heat. She's naïve in her behaviour towards this big intimidating boss, but she's also curious and a little bratty. I loved her connection with the female bodyguard. That was hilarious.
Another thing I enjoyed is the little suspense going on surrounding a mysterious situation with a member of his organisation, and all the confrontations with his enemies are worthwhile and cunning and boast good action too. It is fun till the last moment with a furious retaliation and an epilogue full of dark sweetness. Loved it!
What I found really funny is that she's supposed to be this seductress with an agenda, but it's out in the open from the start that she has no clue. Still, she manages to get this hardened lord of crime to move heaven and earth to have her, keep her, and save the day among criminal organizations in the brink of war. The interactions are full of laughs and heat. She's naïve in her behaviour towards this big intimidating boss, but she's also curious and a little bratty. I loved her connection with the female bodyguard. That was hilarious.
Another thing I enjoyed is the little suspense going on surrounding a mysterious situation with a member of his organisation, and all the confrontations with his enemies are worthwhile and cunning and boast good action too. It is fun till the last moment with a furious retaliation and an epilogue full of dark sweetness. Loved it!
March 19, 2021
3.5 stars.
You have to piece a lot of things together yourself, especially at the beginning, but it’s a pretty good story.
It involves a trope I enjoy, along with some OTT possessiveness, and double virgins.
It was interesting and engaging. A lot is implied instead of explicitly said which is fine but a little disorienting at times.
The sex was ok. Steamy but kind of short.
I don’t know. I felt rushed, and the ending doesn’t help that feeling. The ending felt abrupt and I wish there had a been just a couple pages more to really wrap thing up a bit smoother.
Good story, not executed as well as I’d have liked.
You have to piece a lot of things together yourself, especially at the beginning, but it’s a pretty good story.
It involves a trope I enjoy, along with some OTT possessiveness, and double virgins.
It was interesting and engaging. A lot is implied instead of explicitly said which is fine but a little disorienting at times.
The sex was ok. Steamy but kind of short.
I don’t know. I felt rushed, and the ending doesn’t help that feeling. The ending felt abrupt and I wish there had a been just a couple pages more to really wrap thing up a bit smoother.
Good story, not executed as well as I’d have liked.
January 7, 2022
I am hook, line, and sinker for a quick mafia romance.
This one ticked all my boxes to be honest; there was drama, steam, and some funny moments too that had me laughing out loud.
Love how these two characters come together to form a relationship - even if it was in different circumstances. Would high recommend for someone who is looking for a short read before bed and has a mafia story in mind.
This one ticked all my boxes to be honest; there was drama, steam, and some funny moments too that had me laughing out loud.
Love how these two characters come together to form a relationship - even if it was in different circumstances. Would high recommend for someone who is looking for a short read before bed and has a mafia story in mind.
March 7, 2021
Aidon has made a name for himself and his region. He's a boss who doesn't take crap from anyone. He lives by his own rules. One that everyone knows is that if you take from him, he'll take from you. When one of his men is killed and a Vieth orphan seems to be the reason, he'll stop at nothing to exact revenge. What Aidon didn't see was Karen offering him his downfall in one curvy gorgeous package.
Having the head of a crime syndicate as a mother has made life a bit for Cora a bit sheltered. She's been surrounded by the women her mother employees and has had her existence kept a secret from the world. When her mother assigns her a mission she sees this as her chance to prove to her mother she can be as deadly and dangerous as the women she employees. What was suppose to be a mission of seductions turns into a love Cora didn't believe she'd ever experience.
I really liked Ella Goode's take on a mafia romance. I will say the ending once they "catch" the traitor I did get a bit squeamish with some of the things done, but beyond that this was a good read!
**I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book**
Having the head of a crime syndicate as a mother has made life a bit for Cora a bit sheltered. She's been surrounded by the women her mother employees and has had her existence kept a secret from the world. When her mother assigns her a mission she sees this as her chance to prove to her mother she can be as deadly and dangerous as the women she employees. What was suppose to be a mission of seductions turns into a love Cora didn't believe she'd ever experience.
I really liked Ella Goode's take on a mafia romance. I will say the ending once they "catch" the traitor I did get a bit squeamish with some of the things done, but beyond that this was a good read!
**I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book**
March 14, 2021
I'm not sure...
I'm not quite sure how I feel about this. It was like some kind of dystopian mafia? 3 sides. One seemed insignificant, one seemed more in charge and one was a mafia of prostitutes?? A group of prostitutes led by a madame who raised her own daughter to also be used for that? I mean, they were assassin's too, so... go girl power?😑 it took me a week just to get to 31% and I kept thinking of just stopping for good. I've never had that happen with an Ella Goode book before... I did finally continue it and it does get better close to 50%... then I didn't have a problem finishing it, and it did get a lot better. I can't see ever re-reading it as I have many other Ella Goode stories, it's definitely not my preference. That being said, I did enjoy the H & h once they fell in love. It was a pleasant surprise to find out he was also a V. I liked how the h befriended Kaiiler. It seemed like it was a hea.
I'm not quite sure how I feel about this. It was like some kind of dystopian mafia? 3 sides. One seemed insignificant, one seemed more in charge and one was a mafia of prostitutes?? A group of prostitutes led by a madame who raised her own daughter to also be used for that? I mean, they were assassin's too, so... go girl power?😑 it took me a week just to get to 31% and I kept thinking of just stopping for good. I've never had that happen with an Ella Goode book before... I did finally continue it and it does get better close to 50%... then I didn't have a problem finishing it, and it did get a lot better. I can't see ever re-reading it as I have many other Ella Goode stories, it's definitely not my preference. That being said, I did enjoy the H & h once they fell in love. It was a pleasant surprise to find out he was also a V. I liked how the h befriended Kaiiler. It seemed like it was a hea.
March 4, 2021
Aidon is the king of territory, so when one of his men turns up dead, execution-style, he is out for revenge. All fingers point to Karen Vieth and her group of “orphans” but when Karen shows up at his door offering incentive to allow her the time to find out who killed one of his men, he is thrown for a loop. The incentive is in the form of her daughter, Cora,…a daughter that no one knew about. But he will not be pulled in by one of her tricks. No matter how tempting Cora is. No matter how much he craves her.
You guys...to say I loved this one, is an understatement! Ella Goode is such an amazing author and she continues to impress me with her over the top alphas and wonderful worlds she creates. I really hope that she is going to continue this world!
This one is a little heavier than what I would consider “Mafia-lite” but is no where near dark! Seriously give it a look!
You guys...to say I loved this one, is an understatement! Ella Goode is such an amazing author and she continues to impress me with her over the top alphas and wonderful worlds she creates. I really hope that she is going to continue this world!
This one is a little heavier than what I would consider “Mafia-lite” but is no where near dark! Seriously give it a look!
March 8, 2021
If you are in the mood for a Mafia romance with a in ruthless man I’m charge that falls for a sweet and sassy woman out of the blue, I’d say that Claiming His Queen in the book for you! There is some mystery throughout the book that was very entertaining because we don’t really know if Cora and her Mom are telling the truth about one of Aidon’s men. The pieces of the puzzle came together beautifully and when we see what was really happening and who betrayed them it only serves to make the characters come together as a United front even more.
The characters were great, Cora and her relationship with Kailler over the books they were reading was hilarious, and Aidon was such a bear but a sweet and demanding one when it came to Cora and her safety. Mafia romance can be hit and miss, but Claiming His Queen was an amazing read and I hope we get more from this book world in the future.
The characters were great, Cora and her relationship with Kailler over the books they were reading was hilarious, and Aidon was such a bear but a sweet and demanding one when it came to Cora and her safety. Mafia romance can be hit and miss, but Claiming His Queen was an amazing read and I hope we get more from this book world in the future.
March 6, 2021
What'd I just read?
Whoa.
This was unexpected. Ms. Goode is an amazing author. I one-click everything since discovering her a couple years ago.
But this? Whoa. Wow.
It skirts the border between dark and sweet, venturing into both when necessary but never fully. I enjoyed the violence the characters were capable of; that Ms. Goode could write them was incredible to see in black and white.
Aidon and Cora were true to their natures and their opposing characteristics complimented the other's well. Dark to light. Hard to soft. Bada** to sweet. Make no mistake though: Cora's no wilting flower. She's strong and defiant when itA matters.
A well-written, character and plot driven story that was unexpected and thoroughly enjoyed. I hope to see more from this world.
Whoa.
This was unexpected. Ms. Goode is an amazing author. I one-click everything since discovering her a couple years ago.
But this? Whoa. Wow.
It skirts the border between dark and sweet, venturing into both when necessary but never fully. I enjoyed the violence the characters were capable of; that Ms. Goode could write them was incredible to see in black and white.
Aidon and Cora were true to their natures and their opposing characteristics complimented the other's well. Dark to light. Hard to soft. Bada** to sweet. Make no mistake though: Cora's no wilting flower. She's strong and defiant when itA matters.
A well-written, character and plot driven story that was unexpected and thoroughly enjoyed. I hope to see more from this world.
March 19, 2021
Típico libro para leer en una tarde, la trama súper sencilla, lleno de amor, odio, confusión y más.
Es un gran cliché recontra explotado que te cuenta un problema sensillo mientras los protagonistas se enamoran, todo se soluciona muy rápido para mí gusto y no hay desarrolló, pero creo que eso está bien porque es un libro corto, aunque si no sos de leer este tipo de libro no te va a gustar. El cliché de la secuestrada que se enamora del captor y viseversa está muy presente con un insta love graciosisimo, todo lo cliché que aparece me hacía reir, aunque todo está a las corridas, el libro es entretenido y hasta ahí nomás.
Es un gran cliché recontra explotado que te cuenta un problema sensillo mientras los protagonistas se enamoran, todo se soluciona muy rápido para mí gusto y no hay desarrolló, pero creo que eso está bien porque es un libro corto, aunque si no sos de leer este tipo de libro no te va a gustar. El cliché de la secuestrada que se enamora del captor y viseversa está muy presente con un insta love graciosisimo, todo lo cliché que aparece me hacía reir, aunque todo está a las corridas, el libro es entretenido y hasta ahí nomás.
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April 18, 2022
Loved🤍
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☑️Dual POV
☑️Virginians
☑️Forced Marriage
☑️Forced Proximity
☑️Enemies to lovers
☑️Grumpy/Sunshine
☑️Mafia Boss
She is traded to the boss, in exchange for time so her mother can find the culprit for a murdered man. She is to seduce this man, when she has not had any interaction with the opposite sex to begin with. He is instantly attracted to her, and is intrigued by her. She tries to maintain her distance, but also falls for him. When he unexpectedly makes her cry, he does anything to make her stop. Thinking they are far from danger in a safe place is the biggest mistake they make.
Check TW!
☑️Dual POV
☑️Virginians
☑️Forced Marriage
☑️Forced Proximity
☑️Enemies to lovers
☑️Grumpy/Sunshine
☑️Mafia Boss
She is traded to the boss, in exchange for time so her mother can find the culprit for a murdered man. She is to seduce this man, when she has not had any interaction with the opposite sex to begin with. He is instantly attracted to her, and is intrigued by her. She tries to maintain her distance, but also falls for him. When he unexpectedly makes her cry, he does anything to make her stop. Thinking they are far from danger in a safe place is the biggest mistake they make.
March 6, 2021
Debated on stars
This was oddly a book that kept me reading & not in a bad way. It is a very calm read that had a nice flow to it. The names of people are weird and takes a bit getting used to. Some of Ella's books are a hit or miss kind of thing. It is your standard 'good faith' bargaining chip situation but somewhere along the way it really makes sense. No severe drama and the intimate scene is not a crude, just thrown in there, to fill a book thing. This has a beginning, middle and an end so to speak.
This was oddly a book that kept me reading & not in a bad way. It is a very calm read that had a nice flow to it. The names of people are weird and takes a bit getting used to. Some of Ella's books are a hit or miss kind of thing. It is your standard 'good faith' bargaining chip situation but somewhere along the way it really makes sense. No severe drama and the intimate scene is not a crude, just thrown in there, to fill a book thing. This has a beginning, middle and an end so to speak.
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