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Dangerous Desires by Jessica-Carter
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When Matteo, mafia boss of the infamous Valentino family, finds himself irresistibly drawn to an optimistic employee, he'll have to defy his own rules and risk everything to protect her from the shadows that haunt his life. Season 3 of The Valentino Brothers *** Matteo Valentino is a formidable figure, commanding respect in the glitzy world of hotels and casinos. But beneath his rough exterior and intimidating demeanor lies a man struggling with the ghosts of his past. When Lola Todd, the daughter of one of his most trusted mafia men, enters his life, Matteo is captivated by her infectious spirit and unwavering optimism. Despite his vow never to get involved with hotel employees, something about Lola stirs up a desire in him that he can't resist. As their forbidden romance grows, Matteo must confront his demons and face his enemies or risk losing the woman he loves forever.
After the Storm by Jessica-Carter
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Caterina and Lex never had a fairytale marriage. Forced into an arrangement neither of them wanted, they have been caught in a web of betrayal and deceit since they said "I do." And just when it seemed like they might be able to overcome the bad blood between their families, the ultimate betrayal made enemies of them once again. Season 2 of The Valentino Brothers *** Fleeing to New York, Caterina thought she could escape the shadows that haunt her, but what's done in the dark always comes to light. Desperate for protection, she has no choice but to turn to the man she betrayed for help. But Lex is not so forgiving and has an agenda of his own. He agrees to protect Caterina and their child, but only on his terms. As they struggle to navigate their complicated relationship, a storm begins to brew within the mafia world. Tensions rise as rival families clash, threatening to tear apart everything Caterina and Lex have built together. And amidst all this chaos, Caterina discovers a shocking truth about her mother's death-and the real person responsible for it. As they fight against external forces and their own inner demons, Caterina knows that the stakes are higher than ever before. Can she trust Lex to protect her and their child? Will they be able to weather the coming storm together or will it tear them apart forever?
Rocco by byzahra_xo
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The Costantino Sequel - Featuring Costa, Millie, the twins, and all the Accardi madness readers know and love, ROCCO is a slow-burn, enemies-to-lovers descent into obsession, loyalty, and fire. The Accardi family is back. And this time, it's Rocco's turn. At 30 years old, Rocco Accardi is known for a lot of things-his temper, his recklessness, his complete disregard for consequences. As the future underboss of Sicily's most feared family, he was never meant to feel anything. Until her. Alessia Russo, 26, Palermo's top real estate agent, has spent the past three years keeping things strictly professional. Which is hard to do when your most dangerous client spends every meeting flirting like it's a sport-and you've had a crush on him since day one. He's chaos. She's control. Their relationship was never meant to cross the line. But one wrong step-and everything spirals. Rocco doesn't know how to love. But he knows how to destroy. And once he decides she's his, he'll burn the city before he lets her go. Something is coming. And nothing will be the same after it hits.
After I Fall by Jessica-Carter
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When mafia princess Caterina is thrust into an arranged marriage with the enemy, Lex Valentino, she makes a dangerous plan to take his family down from the inside...But her new fiancé has a revenge plan of his own. Season 1 of The Valentino Brothers *** Mafia princess Caterina Marchetti has worked tirelessly as her father's right hand to become the successor of the family. So when her father gives the title to her useless older brother and plans to marry Caterina off to the enemy, Lex Valentino, she is beyond furious. Caterina knows that the Valentino family was behind her mother's murder, and is convinced her father wants to take down the Valentinos from the inside. She poses as the perfect fiancée and moves to Italy, but secretly makes it her mission to avenge her mother's death. But little does she know, Lex has a revenge plan of his own. Lex has been keeping an eye on the Marchetti family for years and jumps at the chance to get closer to Caterina to avenge his own sister's murder, starting with making Caterina fall head over heels in love with him. As Caterina tries to ignore Lex's advances, and Lex attempts to bury his growing feelings for her, the pair's undeniable chemistry soon lands them in a dangerous cat-and-mouse game caught between lust, love and revenge. WARNING: This story contains mature content including strong language and depictions of violence that may not be suitable for some readers. Reader discretion is advised.
Costantino | A Mafia Romance (Complete) by byzahra_xo
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Forced into a marriage neither of them wanted, a fierce Greek mafia princess and a ruthless Sicilian underboss must navigate a storm of power, passion, and betrayal-only to discover that their greatest battle might be against their own hearts. *** They hated each other from the moment they met, but little did they know, they were destined to be together. Millicent Rhea Darmos: Princess of the Greek Mafia. At 25 years old, she's established herself as a self proclaimed boss bitch, running her own publishing company. But now it's time she fulfils her duty to her family's organisation. It's time she gets married. Costantino Salvatore Accardi: Underboss and Heir to the Sicilian Mafia. At 28 years old, he has no interest in settling down-he already has it all. He believes in family above all, so why bring in an outsider? Yet, after a strange string of events, the two of them find themselves thrust into married life. It's full of chaos, drama and all kinds of tension. The question is, how do they survive their marriage and the storm that follows? *** "I've never kissed anyone." My voice trembled with a tinge of vulnerability - something I hated. But Costa didn't seem to mind that I was nervous or anxious. "Good. You're mine." He spoke so seriously, without a flicker of doubt as he took my hand in his. "So you want it be special, principessa?" "Every girl's first kiss is special." I whispered, watching as he brought my hand up to his lips. "I only care about yours."