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Valentina Russo, the daughter of a fallen mafia boss

Luca Moretti, the ruthless heir to the most powerful crime family in the city. 

When Valentina's father is killed by a rival family, she becomes a pawn in a deadly game of power, loyalty, and betrayal. Luca is tasked with keeping her alive as part of a truce, but as they grow closer, they discover secrets that could destroy both of them. Love, revenge, and the brutal world of the mafia collide in this tale of passion and danger.All Rights Reserved

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Moretti by salvatoremily

Dark Knights: Book 3 What better way to bind a family than an arranged marriage? A way to make a lifelong connection between the most powerful CEO in New York, and his partners daughter. The thought of marriage to him is nothing but a burden, and she'd rather live and die alone than be trapped in a loveless, endless relationship. She's set to marry his brother, but something burns in the darkness between them. If only they could see past their mutual distaste. Something lingers beneath the surface between Elena Patel and Vincent Moretti. But they have to dig through layers of blood, bullets and hatred to get there. ⚠️ Warning: this story has mentions/scenes of rape, substance abuse, gruesome violence, blood and strong language. It is intended for mature audiences. 18+. Viewer discretion is advised.

Marrying Mr Billionaire by Kaizerell

"I'm marrying your daughter." "W-what do mean you're marrying my daughter?" "James, you failed to pay what you owe so now I'm going to take something from you, your daughter and I shall make her my wife." "P-please, I don't want her or my wife to know about my gambling addiction." "It's a bit late for that... Don't you think?" * * * Valentina Rosetta Martinez, 22 years old. She has a normal life... Or so she thinks that she does , she works in a small cafe and she lives with her mum and dad. The thing she doesn't know is her dad has a gambling addiction, her mum doesn't know either and things are getting worse for her dad. What happens when James, Valentina's dad has to give her away to Luca Marino, the 25 year old ruthless billionaire playboy? Secrets will unfold... There will be heartbreak, love and betrayal.

Till Death Do Us Part by AnikatheQUEEN2100

Leonardo Romano, the ruthless heir to Italy's most feared mafia, must marry to secure his throne. Cold and calculating, he's paired with Taravati Singh, a fierce, rebellious woman from a rival crime family. Raised in an abusive household, Taravati has built walls no one can break. Forced into an arranged marriage, they both resist, but sparks ignite as their worlds collide. With enemies on all sides, trust is dangerous-but love could be deadly. In a game where power and loyalty reign, their union might just be their greatest strength... or their ultimate downfall. "Do you really think you can overpower me?" she challenged, her gaze daring him. "Sweetheart, I'm about to show you what real power looks like," he smirked, pinning her against the wall, their bodies flush as he crushed his lips against hers, igniting a fire that left them both breathless.

Reds' Mafia Leader ✔ by pearl_love_27

× Book One Of The Red Mafia Series × "I don't understand how you could do that to me. I trusted you." I whimpered. "That's your fault." "I hate you." "I don't care." He shrugged walking off leaving me alone to face everyone else alone. ××× On the verge of losing her job Ariana Dawson, a FBI agent, manages to successfully infiltrate the main base of a massive mafia family. Developing close friendships and after vowing omèrta she manages her way around the compound making sure to commit all possible useful details to her memory. However, what she does not expect is to fall in love with the leader nor... the fact that the Don will love her back. Vinchenzo Vitali, a ruthless man who shows mercy to no one, shows some sort of twisted 'affection' for Ariana surprising everyone. What will become of these two?

Dark Desires by Artistic_Soul_

In the shadows of the criminal underworld, loyalty is currency and betrayal is a fatal game. Isabella Moretti, a fierce and intelligent heiress to the Moretti crime family, finds herself trapped in an arranged marriage with Luca Romano, the ruthless heir to the Romano empire. Their union is meant to solidify an uneasy alliance between their families, but as Isabella and Luca are thrust into a world of power, deceit, and passion, they must navigate their growing attraction amidst the ever-present danger that surrounds them. Will their forced marriage turn into a genuine love, or will the treacherous world of organized crime tear them apart?

From Hostage to Heartbeat by ariiiiaestics___

A dangerous game of cat and mouse unfolds in the gritty underworld of organized crime, where loyalties are tested and alliances are forged in blood. "From Hostage to Heartbeat" delves into the intense and tumultuous journey of two souls from opposite ends of the spectrum, bound by fate and driven by passion. Alessandro Rossi, a notorious mafia boss known for his ruthlessness and cunning, is at the center of this gripping tale. His world is a dark labyrinth of power struggles and treachery, where trust is a rare commodity and weakness is a death sentence. When Alessandro sets his sights on the daughter of his most formidable rival, Isabella Romano, as a means to strike at his enemy, he never expects to become entangled in a web of emotions he cannot control. Isabella, fiercely independent and determined to defy her father's influence, finds herself thrust into a perilous predicament when Alessandro kidnaps her. Trapped in a dangerous game of cat and mouse, she struggles to resist the magnetic pull she feels toward her captor, even as she battles against her growing feelings of desire and betrayal. What will happen next?

Innocence Among The Ruthless by The_Exquisie

In a world where danger lurks in every corner and loyalty is tested at every turn, the Valentino's reign supreme. As the leaders of a powerful mafia family, they are feared and respected by all. But behind their ruthless exterior lies a secret even they are unaware of: a sister they never knew existed. Aurora has always led a quiet, sheltered life, far removed from the shadows of her true lineage. Adopted as a baby, she knows nothing of her birth family's dark empire. But will the fate lead her to uncover a hidden truth?.. Can the newfound siblings trust each other and stay safe, or will their blood ties bring them to ruin?..

Dark Saint [Romano Brotherhood, #1] by mysamar

A man claimed by the devil. A woman claimed by no one. Until him. Santo Romano is a monster. His family relies on him to torture and kill. It's his birthright, his curse, and the most delicious punishment for a gluttonous sinner. He's no stranger to violence and depravity. Soldier of the Romano crime family, he might be stranger to everything else. Nina Genovese is an outcast, the hidden gem of the Genovese crime family, shunned by her father and forgotten by the world. She's utterly alone, until she finds herself in the wrong place at the wrong time. Kidnapped by the man with dark eyes, tattoos, and a soul to match. And he isn't planning on letting her go. The deviant killer with the angelic name, her intended torturer, the devil of the underground. Santo is quickly becoming something to Nina that seems impossible, something that neither of them are ready for. She threatens to uproot everything he's always known and been, and when secrets are revealed, when demons come out to play, it's not only a matter of how willing Santo and Nina are to salvage something that seems to be the only beautiful corner of both their worlds. It's a matter of whether any kind of beauty can survive in a world so dark. ✚ Dark Saint is a slow burn, enemies to lovers, dark mafia romance with mature content and dark themes. Read at your own discretion. [ Book One in the Romano Brotherhood Series | COMPLETED ✔ ] Featured on @Romance Featured on @StoriesUndiscovered

𝐃𝐢𝐚𝐯𝐨𝐥𝐚 ✓ by jacqualinereads

𝐒𝐡𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐝𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐥, 𝐬𝐡𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐬𝐢𝐧. Valentina Rossi was taken away from her father and brothers to keep her safe by her mother, but her whole world turns upside down when her mother dies, and she enters the underworld. She becomes one of the deadliest assassins in the ranks, earning her a ruthless reputation. As she navigates through life with her best friend Nathaniel, she comes up with a plan to end the man's life that killed her mother. To do that, she has to return home where her father and six brothers are, still searching for their missing Italian Mafia Princess. Throw in secrets, love, bonds, and utter chaos into the mix. Valentina finds herself along the way, understanding what's important and what's not, she learns who to trust and who not to. Family is important to her, do they feel the same when she returns? 𝐇𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐄𝐒𝐓 𝐑𝐀𝐍𝐊𝐈𝐍𝐆𝐒 #1 assassin #1 badass #1 home #1 mafiaprincess #1 underground #1 streetfighter #1 olderbrother #1 feud #1 feelings #1 fighting #1 suspense #2 slowburn #2 twins #4 humour #5 highschool #5 badgirl #5 teenfiction #6 family 𝐓𝐖 - mature content, sexual assault, violence, strong language, abuse, drugs, self-harm, age gap. 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐏𝐋𝐄𝐓𝐄𝐃 - 13/07/21

𝐁𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝 𝐛𝐲 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐝𝐨𝐰𝐬🖤™ by SIA_THATGURL

** Bound by Shadows** In the heart of Italy's opulent underworld, the name Romano is synonymous with power and fear. Kylie Romano, the youngest and only daughter of the powerful Romano family, has always lived in the shadow of her father's empire. After the death of her mother when she was just a child, Kylie's world was defined by her family's expectations and the dark, controlling nature of her protective older brothers. At nineteen, Kylie is the epitome of softness amidst the harsh reality of her family's world. She longs for freedom and a life beyond the gilded cage that has held her captive. With her father's decision to marry her off to Aldo Alberto Russo-a ruthless mafia heir with a reputation for cruelty-Kylie's sense of entrapment becomes unbearable. Aldo, at thirty-one, is known for his heartless demeanor and his family's legacy of ruthlessness, traits that he shares with his five younger brothers and his formidable father. Determined to escape the life that has been forced upon her, Kylie makes a desperate bid for freedom. But her brother Dante, the eldest of her five protective siblings, stands in her way, torn between his duty to the family and his love for his sister. As Kylie ventures into the unknown, she finds herself navigating a dangerous world where her family's enemies and her own fears threaten to consume her. In a journey fraught with danger and heartbreak, Kylie must confront the shadows of her past, the dark promises of her future, and the undeniable pull of her own desires. As she battles for her freedom, she will discover that escaping the chains of her past might be the only way to forge a future worth living.

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ᴍᴀғɪᴀ's ʟɪᴛᴛʟᴇ ᴏɴᴇ [ ᴊᴊᴋ ] by lavenderxyoon

When a young and innocent student, is forced into an arranged marriage with the powerful and dangerous head of a mafia empire, she never expected to be caught in the middle of a world of violence and power. Her husband, who is 8 years older than her, has little interest in his young bride and sees the marriage as a mere business arrangement. However, when she stumbles upon a deadly secret regarding their marriage, she finds herself caught between two worlds. Forced to choose between her own safety and her loyalty to her father, she must make a decision that will alter the course of her life and the destiny of the mafia empire forever. As she delves deeper into the dangerous world of organized crime, she uncovers hidden truths about her husband, herself, and the true nature of power and loyalty. With her heart torn between her loyalty to her father and her own survival, she must find the strength to face the truth and forge her own path. But as she prepares to take over the mafia empire, she finds herself haunted by the memory of the man who changed her world forever. Will their love overcome the odds and find redemption? 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐅𝐎𝐋𝐋𝐎𝐖𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐒𝐓𝐎𝐑𝐘 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐓𝐀𝐈𝐍𝐒: • ᴀʀʀᴀɴɢᴇ ᴍᴀʀʀɪᴀɢᴇ • ғᴏʀᴄᴇᴅ ᴘʀᴏxɪᴍɪᴛʏ • ᴀɢᴇ ɢᴀᴘ • ᴅᴀʀᴋ ʀᴏᴍᴀɴᴄᴇ • ᴄʀɪᴍᴇ/ ᴠɪᴏʟᴇɴᴄᴇ • sᴇxᴜᴀʟ ᴄᴏɴᴄᴇᴘᴛs • sʟᴏᴡ ɪɴᴛɪᴍᴀᴄʏ ᴀ sᴍᴀʟʟ ɴᴏᴛᴇ ғʀᴏᴍ ᴀᴜᴛʜᴏʀ: ɪ ʜᴏᴘᴇ ʏᴏᴜ ɢᴜʏs ᴡɪʟʟ ʟɪᴋᴇ ᴛʜᴇ sᴛᴏʀʏ. ɪ ʜᴀᴠᴇ ʙᴇᴇɴ ᴡᴏᴋʀɪɴɢ ᴏɴ ᴛʜɪs ᴏɴᴇ sɪɴᴄᴇ ᴍᴏɴᴛʜs. ᴛʜɪs ɪs ᴀʟʟ ғɪᴄᴛɪᴏɴᴀʟ. ɴᴏᴛʜɪɴɢ ɪs ʀᴇᴀʟ ᴇxᴄᴇᴘᴛs sᴏᴍᴇ ᴘʟᴀᴄᴇs.. ʜᴀᴠᴇ ᴀ ɢᴏᴏᴅ ʀᴇᴀᴅɪɴɢ ʟᴀᴠᴇɴᴅᴇʀs. ❤︎✿︎☾︎♫︎シ︎ت︎ꨄ︎♡︎𑁍✩♪♧︎

Underworld ties by magicallyperfect

in the shadowy depths of New York City's criminal underworld, Elena Russo, the fierce and intelligent daughter of a powerful mafia boss, yearns for a life beyond the violence and intrigue that define her existence. Trained in martial arts and skilled in strategy, she is a formidable figure in her father's empire. Elena's life takes an unexpected turn when she encounters Luca DeLuca, the ruthless enforcer of a rival crime family. Despite the animosity between their families, an undeniable attraction sparks between them. As their paths continue to cross, Elena and Luca find themselves drawn to each other, navigating a dangerous dance of power, betrayal, and passion. Their forbidden romance threatens to ignite a war between their families, forcing Elena to make a choice between loyalty to her family and her desire for a future with Luca. Amidst escalating tensions and looming threats, Elena must confront her deepest fears and decide whether love can truly conquer the dark legacy she was born into.

God Of Crimson : A Mafia Deal Sealed in Sin by Nikiibtw

In a world ruled by power and betrayal, love is the deadliest game. Nikolai Russo is the heir to a ruthless mafia empire, a man feared for his cold heart, lethal skills, and devilish charm. He doesn't believe in love, and marriage is just a means to an end-until a deal forces him to marry his sworn enemy's daughter, the fierce and untouchable Nikita Volkov. Nikita never wanted to be part of this brutal life. After the tragic loss of her brother, she vowed to never trust anyone from the Russo family. But when she discovers she's bound to marry the very man she despises, her world shatters. He's arrogant, dangerous, and undeniably magnetic. She's fierce, unforgiving, and refuses to be anyone's pawn. But when fiery passion collides with hatred, their union ignites in a way neither expected. Secrets are revealed, enemies close in, and the line between love and destruction blurs. In the mafia world, their love is the ultimate sin-and it might just burn them alive.

The Russian's Darkness by Straightnochaser9

The Russian mafia princess and the Italian mafia king. It's a wise old mafia tale: they are each other's biggest competitor, but the heart doesn't see competition it just sees love... sometimes. Sometimes the darkness just needs some light and the lightness just needs a little dark. But sometimes the evil is too dark and no amount of light can save it. What do the fates have in store for his lightness and her darkness? Story ranking in the top 10 #1 in CollegeRomance #1 in MafiaPrincess #1 in Power #2 in Twin #2 in Killer #2 in Mafia King #3 in Assassin #3 in Rivalry #3 in Slowburn #8 in EnemiesToLovers #9 in Italian Mafia #9 in Russian Mafia Cover by @_navyblueee_

The Edge of Light ✔️ by chuppauthor

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Stolen by Him by euzunoiaa

One blissful morning, Valentina Mariucci came home thinking it was a regular day. What she didn't know was that would be her last day in that house. After millions of dollars were borrowed by her father, Vincenzo Milani, head of the mafia comes to take her as a way for her father to pay her debt. Heartache, pain, abuse and love are flung throughout her time at the Milani house but who's to say who's causing all of the these issues.

Shattered Vows by Estel_ove

At just 18, Isabella's life takes a dark turn when her father sells her to the ruthless mafia boss, Marco. Bound in a luxurious yet imprisoning mansion and trapped in a nightmarish marriage, Isabella faces daily cruelty and control. Her world shifts when Liam, the mysterious son of Marco's rival, arrives. As Isabella endures her grim reality, the arrival of Liam introduces a new layer of intrigue and uncertainty-could he be the key to her escape or just another complication in her struggle for freedom?

The Hitman's Mark by emilyarenfroe

After a devastating tragedy shatters the renowned Romano crime family their fate weighs heavily on Don Leonardo Romano's only heir twenty-two year old Valentina. Determined to uphold the family's power Val will go to any means necessary even if it means selling her heart to the highest bidder. As the Romano family's most notorious hitman Matteo Costa knows the most depraved corners of New York's underground. So when Val arrives home after college he is confident she won't last long. The New York mafia would chew her up and eat her alive and yet... Serving as Valentina's personal guard Matteo realizes Val has grown into a beautiful, smart and cunning woman. He knows it won't be easy keeping the principessa safe especially when the Romano's rivals set their sights on her. But as their relationship grows Matteo realizes that his own desire might be the greatest threat to the Romano dynasty. Season 1 of The Hitman's Mark WARNING: This story contains depictions of violence that may be upsetting for some readers.

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Dark Knights: Book 3 What better way to bind a family than an arranged marriage? A way to make a lifelong connection between the most powerful CEO in New York, and his partners daughter. The thought of marriage to him is nothing but a burden, and she'd rather live and die alone than be trapped in a loveless, endless relationship. She's set to marry his brother, but something burns in the darkness between them. If only they could see past their mutual distaste. Something lingers beneath the surface between Elena Patel and Vincent Moretti. But they have to dig through layers of blood, bullets and hatred to get there. ⚠️ Warning: this story has mentions/scenes of rape, substance abuse, gruesome violence, blood and strong language. It is intended for mature audiences. 18+. Viewer discretion is advised.