Honey For The Devil

Mariella Mancini has rebuilt her life from the crumbs of an abusive marriage. Her home smells of vanilla, cinnamon, and sugar, her world revolves around her baking and her son, and she has sworn herself to a life of safety and control. The last thing she needs is danger.

Emiliano Vitale is darkness made flesh. Born into the ruthless Vitale crime family, he was forged in blood, trained to lead, and feared by all who cross his path. Cold, disciplined, and merciless, Emiliano has never let anyone close--until a baker with flour on her cheek and a toddler at her hip crosses his path.

He doesn't understand why the smell of cinnamon and sugar feels more dangerous than a gun, or why he can't stay away.

Tommaso Mancini doesn't see the monster everyone else fears. He sees a tall man who listens, laughs, and eats the cookies he offers. And somehow, Emiliano Vitale doesn't know how to say no.

When Mariella's past comes hunting, and the streets themselves whisper of betrayal, Emiliano must choose: protect the woman and child who have unwittingly softened him, or let them face the darkness alone.

Because once Emiliano Vitale decides someone belongs under his protection, he never lets go.