Roses are such a beautiful part of our world, representing love and all that is good. They are meant to bring people together and bind them in happiness. But all roses have thorns that draw blood from those who were too naive to stay away. So, what happens when a someone so naive decides to mess with the Roses?

When she was 14, Dalia was sold to Matteo Martinelli, the former leader of the largest Italian mafia. Flash forward with his son, Vittore Martinelli as the new leader, Dalia is given to him as a birthday present after years in spent in the "safe house". Dalia struggles to fulfill a promise she made and get her old self back as Vittore tries not to fall for the black beauty. Will they go through all the lies, jealousy, betrayal, envy, lust and murder together all in the name of love? Because at the end of it all, she is still Property Of Vittore Martinelli. * * * "Lift your hand," I said looking at how he held onto his bicep with a tight grip. "Let me take a look at the bullet wound." "No tesoro. I can do this myself," Vittore grumbled and I gave him incredulous look. "Don't start that bullshit with me Vittore. Remove your arm and let me help you or..." I trailed off, not able to say more. I was still in shock but I could do this. "Just... just let me help." "No." I glared at Vittore. "Why are you being so damn egotistic?! Let me help you! Do you know what it was like to find you like... and to..." I couldn't even get all the words out. "Let me help you. Please." Begging wasn't something I'd ever do but I just needed him to let me help him. "No-" "Why?!" I suddenly exploded. "Why won't you just let me help you?!" "Because I don't know how to handle it ok?!" Vittore suddenly exploded, his dark eyes glaring at me. "I don't know how to handle these... feelings. Fuck tesoro you drive me crazy! Don't you see that? You make me question everything I've ever known and... I can't..." I watched Vittore as his expression turned determined. "Fuck it." He leaned forward and pressed his lips on mine. * * * WARNING! Mentions of death, torture, gore, abuse and other things related to the mafia.

(Book 1: Royal Mafia series) Gabriella Merliah Antonio, leader of 'The Royals,' the most powerful and feared Mafia family that rules all over Spain and the United States. With her beauty and fearlessness, she's learned everything she needs to survive. But her life gets turned upside down when she has to face her biggest rival and ex-lover, Anthony Castillo. Anthony Castillo, the feared Mafia Don of 'The Corleone Mafia' in Italy, is all danger, power, and charm-enough to push Gabriella to her limits. Their families have been sworn enemies for generations, and their past relationship has stayed a secret from both sides. When they cross paths again after four years, things quickly spiral out of control, setting off a chain of events that will change everything. As old feelings flare up and bitterness grows, Gabriella and Anthony get tangled in a mess of secrets and intrigue. The truth about their past comes to light, and the hatred between them threatens to tear them apart. With everyone they care about becoming targets, both rival families are forced to join forces. But can they put their differences aside to survive? Or will their families' feud destroy them once and for all?

Catalaiya Snyder, a 23 years old businesswoman was obligated to have an arranged marriage to a guy named Mason Mcbelt. She hated the idea of arranged marriage and always dream about a love marriage but unfortunately, she didn't have the best luck in love. She tried dating but it didn't work out for her. She eventually gave up and accepted her parents request to get an arranged marriage. Little did she know that she will be known as the Mafia Bride. Aziel Alvaro, a 26 years old Mafia Leader and a businessman was forced to commit to a deal that he thought he avoided. Aziel was known for his cold, intimidating and fearful aura. Angry and pissed, he made sure that she knows that it was just a deal. Misunderstanding and poor communication can make things worst. Follow their journey to see how they cop when they each found out that they were both stuck in this together. WARNING ⚠️: Grammatical Error; Read at your own risk. ⚠: Family-Friendly

𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐄𝐧𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐋𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬 Enzo Mariano is known for being nothing but ruthless. He is feared by all in the Italian mafia. He kills on site and fears no one. He has reclaimed his throne and is hungry for revenge. Elianna will do anything to protect her baby brother. She just wants Haze to stay happy like she promised. She will never break her promise, even if it breaks her. ... What will happen when Elianna is thrown in an arranged marriage with Enzo? Will there ever be peace between these two who just can't seem to get along? Will she manage to keep her promise or will he eventually break her? ・‥...━━━━━━━☆☆━━━━━━━...‥・ There are some references from 'His Secret' but this book CAN BE READ AS A STAND-ALONE! *SLOWBURN* *MATURE* This book contains sex scenes, some inappropriate language, physical and verbal abuse which may be triggering for some readers. Please read at one's own risk as a trigger warning will not be designated at each chapter. THANK YOU FOR THESE TOP RANKINGS #1 in enemiestolovers #1 in arrangedmarriage #1 in dark #1 in mafia #1 in enemies #1 in marriage #1 in Italian #1 in revenge #1 in slowburn #1 in lovers #1 in hatetolove #1 in pregnancy #1 in darkromance #1 in mafiaromance #1 in italianmafia #1 in enemieswithbenefits #1 in sunshinexgrumpy #1 in fakecouple #1 in forcedmarriage #3 in badboy #3 in billionaire #6 in love

Her dying father sells her daughter to the Italian mafia leader. They end up falling in love. A love like no other. The mafia leader is like no other mafia leader. He is gentle and caring. Aurora and Ezra are the ultimate ship 🤍

Book 3 Of The Corrupt Me Series ‼️18 VERY MATURE‼️ She wants him dead...But he wants her all. Corrupt Me Series 3rd Book. Kenji Chen The funny broken best friend, a private assassin for his boss aka her cousin, he's been wanting her since he can remember but she won't let him in and just wants him gone.... Vivian Larson The devil daughter in disguise, a personal and assistant assassin for her cousin, she hates love and wants nothing to do with it but eventually, he changes her mind, or does he? - Enemies To Lovers - Stuck Together - Soul Mates - Opposites Attract - DARK ROMANCE - Oblivious Love - Work Colleagues - Emotional Scars #1 Hot #1 Darklove

"Can you stay with me tonight, Adriano? I promise it will just be for tonight" she whispered, her voice tired. "I'd stay with you forever if you wanted," I say to her as I crawl up next to her on her bed. She cuddles herself into me and mutters a thank you. Why was this woman thanking me so much? Doesn't she realize I would give her the world if she showed any interest in it? Fuck giving her the world, I would buy her all the supposedly infinite universes if only I knew how. ____ 𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐀𝐆𝐄𝐌 𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐤 1 ꜱᴛʀᴀᴛᴀɢᴇᴍ- ᴀ ᴘʟᴀɴ ᴏʀ ꜱᴄʜᴇᴍᴇ, ᴇꜱᴘᴇᴄɪᴀʟʟʏ ᴏɴᴇ ᴜꜱᴇᴅ ᴛᴏ ᴏᴜᴛᴡɪᴛ ᴀɴ ᴏᴘᴘᴏɴᴇɴᴛ ᴏʀ ᴀᴄʜɪᴇᴠᴇ ᴀɴ ᴇɴᴅ ••• Adriano, don of the italian mafia, cold, ruthless, daring and only cares about himself and his family. He's known for killing anyone who crosses him without flinching for even a second. During the background check of the don of the mexican mafia who's indebted to him, he comes across a picture of his daughter and is stunned enough to request having her as his wife or else he'll take his life. Novalie, sunshine going through her own share of life's disparity, who tries to face the world with optimism and hopefulness that anguish won't arise again. Unfortunately, her hope is set ablaze when her father, don of the mexican mafia, arranges a marriage for her with the don of the italian mafia to settle his debt and save his life. Despite the fact that situations led her to become a misandrist, will she be able to find comfort in a man in spite of her truama and inhibitions? Is there more to why he wants to marry her? Could it all be an elaborate scheme? Could they be bound by a facade? And could it all be stratagem? Used to be called MARRIAGE IN A MAFIA WORLD and now BOUND BY A FACADE ••• Cover by @nicolewriter3 RANKINGS #1 - Mexico ~10•05•2023 TROPES°~ - arranged marriage - enemies to lovers - lo

Book 1 of The Mismatch series. *** He was a Heartful, jolly boy who everyone admired. Now he's a ruthless Mafia don who everyone looks up to. His name is Xavier Lorenzo She's the daughter of the second most powerful mafia don, forced to take the hands of the coldest man alive to form an alliance between the both families. Her names Octavia Ibraheem What happens when rules are tarnished and the truth is revealed? ~~~ "This will only work out if you follow my two rules. Dont invade my personal space and never ask about my past, you will only hurt yourself my little jewel" DISCLAIMER & TRIGGER WARNINGS! This story may not be suitable for everyone, it includes bullying and other sensitive subjects (violance, suicide attempts, SA, death) Please don't come at me if you dont like it, simply stop reading x

Alessandro Galanti, a mafia boss who has his eye set on Aria Stone. And he'll stop at nothing until she is his.