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Royal Love Series
His Stolen Bride
Santino
I meet my new bride while her husband’s blood is still cooling on my hands. Bella, the Carrera daughter with the sharp tongue and the bright eyes. She thinks she’s nothing compared to her younger sister, but she’s wrong. Bella is everything, and I’m going to prove to her that I’m worthy to be her husband. Once I’ve exacted my vengeance on all who seek to take what I’ve fought and killed for, I’ll have my beauty on her back, panting my name, and thanking God I claimed her as mine.
Bella
My first husband found me plain and unappealing. But now he’s dead, and I have to look out for my sister as well as my own neck. But Santino isn’t the mafia king I expect. He’s ruthless, hard, and violent, but not to me. To me, he shows kindness, consideration, and above all, an attraction that I can’t explain. I want him, but my duty to my sister is always at the forefront of my mind. Falling for Santino wasn’t part of my plan, but his irresistible assault may be the only thing that can change me from a Carrera to a Baldoni, but at what cost?
Cuddle up with a kitten and a cuppa for this tale of stolen love and happily-ever-afters.
I meet my new bride while her husband’s blood is still cooling on my hands. Bella, the Carrera daughter with the sharp tongue and the bright eyes. She thinks she’s nothing compared to her younger sister, but she’s wrong. Bella is everything, and I’m going to prove to her that I’m worthy to be her husband. Once I’ve exacted my vengeance on all who seek to take what I’ve fought and killed for, I’ll have my beauty on her back, panting my name, and thanking God I claimed her as mine.
Bella
My first husband found me plain and unappealing. But now he’s dead, and I have to look out for my sister as well as my own neck. But Santino isn’t the mafia king I expect. He’s ruthless, hard, and violent, but not to me. To me, he shows kindness, consideration, and above all, an attraction that I can’t explain. I want him, but my duty to my sister is always at the forefront of my mind. Falling for Santino wasn’t part of my plan, but his irresistible assault may be the only thing that can change me from a Carrera to a Baldoni, but at what cost?
Cuddle up with a kitten and a cuppa for this tale of stolen love and happily-ever-afters.
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July 1, 2021
“His Stolen Bride” is the story of Bella and Santino.
Mafia smut with loads of bloodshed, secrets, sex and drama. Good one time read.
Safe
3/5
Mafia smut with loads of bloodshed, secrets, sex and drama. Good one time read.
Safe
3/5
August 14, 2020
3.5 ⭐
Santino finally paid his dues now he's moving up in the mob world getting a piece, he's taking over the house and getting a bride even if she shoots him. Which Bella does shes making she this home invasion doesn't kill her prego baby sister. A deal is made between the two she'll be a good mob wife if her sister stays with them. It makes Santino alittle suspicious about it but he gives in since having her family last name helps them.
Even if Bella father is a huge Dick...like huge.. and he doesn't get away with it when Santino checks him few times to respect his wife. These two are very sassy together and lord the steam ;)
No ow/om drama, no cheating, Drama, secondary charas, sexy times, virgin girl no manwhore
Recommend-yes
Cover-⭐⭐⭐
Slowinsta
Push away from h
No condom
Violence
Hea
Epilogue
Santino finally paid his dues now he's moving up in the mob world getting a piece, he's taking over the house and getting a bride even if she shoots him. Which Bella does shes making she this home invasion doesn't kill her prego baby sister. A deal is made between the two she'll be a good mob wife if her sister stays with them. It makes Santino alittle suspicious about it but he gives in since having her family last name helps them.
Even if Bella father is a huge Dick...like huge.. and he doesn't get away with it when Santino checks him few times to respect his wife. These two are very sassy together and lord the steam ;)
No ow/om drama, no cheating, Drama, secondary charas, sexy times, virgin girl no manwhore
Recommend-yes
Cover-⭐⭐⭐
Slowinsta
Push away from h
No condom
Violence
Hea
Epilogue
September 2, 2020
Okay this author is actually one of my top 10 favorites of all time...
GREAT BOOKS as always 👍🏻🥺
especially this one like OMG I NEED MORE 😋😋😋
Should we start?
‼️‼️‼️MAFIA SAFE HOT QUICK LOVE STORY...
do not worry. Even tho its not a long love story but the romance and the whole story is very great.
NOT BORING AT ALL!!!
For a quick safe hot romance, you will love this one.
I did.
‼️‼️‼️LOVE IN FIRST SIGHT. but because of whats happening, the heroine was the only one have doubts because she thinks the hero is playing with her and not actually serious. When in fact the hero is very serious and wants her sooooo bad....
‼️‼️‼️THE HERO NEVER PUSH THE HEROINE AWAY. Only the heroine like two times and never do it ever again. So its not too annoying ✌️✌️✌️
‼️‼️‼️THE HERO IS PROTECTIVE POSSESSIVE MAFIA BOS ALPHA MALE! The heroine is a badass!
‼️‼️‼️Not too many jealous scenes from the heroine and from the hero.
‼️‼️‼️NO PAST PARTNERS ever mention from the hero. Only from the heroine but not too much either.
‼️‼️‼️NO CHEATING. NO SEPARATION 🥺
‼️‼️‼️THE HERO ALWAYS SAYS. You are mine.
Mine. MINE. MINE....
MINE....
‼️‼️‼️NO DRAMA WITH OW AND OM. Only with the heroine’s father tho but its not too annoying.
Not too much...
‼️‼️‼️VERY VERY HOT SMUT SCENES....
‼️‼️‼️THE HEROINE IS A VIRGIN.
Idk about the hero because he never said anything about his past or him being celibate or not...
THE HERO was very happy that the heroine is a virgin.
“No man has seen you here, has he?”
“No,” she moans.
“No man has gotten a taste of your sweetest skin, this pretty p*ssy that even now tempts me to fill it with my c*ck?”
“No.”
“No other man ever will.”
‼️‼️‼️HAPPY ENDING! Married and pregnant.
‼️‼️‼️CHARACTERS from the first and series are here too and they are very adorable soooo in love...
GREAT BOOKS as always 👍🏻🥺
especially this one like OMG I NEED MORE 😋😋😋
Should we start?
‼️‼️‼️MAFIA SAFE HOT QUICK LOVE STORY...
do not worry. Even tho its not a long love story but the romance and the whole story is very great.
NOT BORING AT ALL!!!
For a quick safe hot romance, you will love this one.
I did.
‼️‼️‼️LOVE IN FIRST SIGHT. but because of whats happening, the heroine was the only one have doubts because she thinks the hero is playing with her and not actually serious. When in fact the hero is very serious and wants her sooooo bad....
‼️‼️‼️THE HERO NEVER PUSH THE HEROINE AWAY. Only the heroine like two times and never do it ever again. So its not too annoying ✌️✌️✌️
‼️‼️‼️THE HERO IS PROTECTIVE POSSESSIVE MAFIA BOS ALPHA MALE! The heroine is a badass!
‼️‼️‼️Not too many jealous scenes from the heroine and from the hero.
‼️‼️‼️NO PAST PARTNERS ever mention from the hero. Only from the heroine but not too much either.
‼️‼️‼️NO CHEATING. NO SEPARATION 🥺
‼️‼️‼️THE HERO ALWAYS SAYS. You are mine.
Mine. MINE. MINE....
MINE....
‼️‼️‼️NO DRAMA WITH OW AND OM. Only with the heroine’s father tho but its not too annoying.
Not too much...
‼️‼️‼️VERY VERY HOT SMUT SCENES....
‼️‼️‼️THE HEROINE IS A VIRGIN.
Idk about the hero because he never said anything about his past or him being celibate or not...
THE HERO was very happy that the heroine is a virgin.
“No man has seen you here, has he?”
“No,” she moans.
“No man has gotten a taste of your sweetest skin, this pretty p*ssy that even now tempts me to fill it with my c*ck?”
“No.”
“No other man ever will.”
‼️‼️‼️HAPPY ENDING! Married and pregnant.
‼️‼️‼️CHARACTERS from the first and series are here too and they are very adorable soooo in love...
March 12, 2021
2.5 stars. It was...not my cup of tea, too insta-everything.
Instalust I can take, but instalove, insta-devotion-'til-death-do-us-part, insta-I-waNnA-hAvE-yOUr-bABies?
No, thanks.
I liked Bella, she really was the brains of the operation and I wish that was taken advantage of more.
I mean, with Santino, I was grasping for my suspension of disbelief, but I just couldn't wrap my head around the fact that he managed to stay alive, especially when he was like this:
Santino: "But thinking isn't my strong suit."
Me:
Anyway, I don't think I'll be going for seconds with this author *shrugs*
Instalust I can take, but instalove, insta-devotion-'til-death-do-us-part, insta-I-waNnA-hAvE-yOUr-bABies?
No, thanks.
I liked Bella, she really was the brains of the operation and I wish that was taken advantage of more.
I mean, with Santino, I was grasping for my suspension of disbelief, but I just couldn't wrap my head around the fact that he managed to stay alive, especially when he was like this:
Santino: "But thinking isn't my strong suit."
Me:
Anyway, I don't think I'll be going for seconds with this author *shrugs*
August 14, 2020
Bella and Santino
Santino takes over the home that Bella is in. Important alliances are formed. Bella would do anything for her sister, this is explained in the beginning. Great story of love and finding someone who will stand for and with you.
Santino takes over the home that Bella is in. Important alliances are formed. Bella would do anything for her sister, this is explained in the beginning. Great story of love and finding someone who will stand for and with you.
October 5, 2020
Only 3 stars as I found it too similar to the other Davinci story MINK has already written. Still liked it just had a big deja vi reading it.
May 17, 2025
Bella's husband got murdered by Santino who claimed her late husband's empire as well as her as his bride. But she was not what he expected. She's also a mafia princess and only married her previous husband to protect her sister, Gianna from their father who was pregnant with Bella's bestfriend, Leo's child by the way. Anyway, Santino fell in love with Bella and he kept showing her so that she could trust him which she did. Bella also fell in love with him. Then Bella's father tried to take Gianna from Santino's protection only to end up dead. Serves him right. They got their happy ending.
I loved Cato and Santino's bond. I'm so gonna read Cato's book too. His wife Appolonia and Bella got along well too. I love the way the author written the insta-love between Bella and Santino. I love to read insta-love books but not every author can actually pull that off. When Santino was talking to a doctor and Bella thought he was cheating on her was hilarious. Aww! I have fallen in love with this author's writing. The simplicity in the writing actually made me love this book more. Love it!
I loved Cato and Santino's bond. I'm so gonna read Cato's book too. His wife Appolonia and Bella got along well too. I love the way the author written the insta-love between Bella and Santino. I love to read insta-love books but not every author can actually pull that off. When Santino was talking to a doctor and Bella thought he was cheating on her was hilarious. Aww! I have fallen in love with this author's writing. The simplicity in the writing actually made me love this book more. Love it!
August 28, 2023
3.5 ⭐
The story starts with Santino attacking Bella's house. He's on a warpath taking over Guiseppe's territory (Bella's arranged husband). He killed him then married Bella that same night.
It was insta-love I think for Santino and the first 45% of the book happened over night. Bella was hellbent protecting her pregnant sister and if their father finds out her current situation, bad things surely would happen. But Santino made Bella a promise that he will protect her and her sister, which he did until the end.
This is a good read with some action and suspense because of the mafia themes. This is also a freaking cheesefest! Santino has it bad for Bella and this man is so swoony and sweet. The love bombing was OTT but I dig it. Overall, I enjoyed it and it made me smile despite some dark themes. ❤️
Book info:
- Novella
- No cheating / opd / 3rd act breakup
- Mafia romance
- Violence / murder
- Insta-love
- HEA
- Virgin FMC, no background on MMC
The story starts with Santino attacking Bella's house. He's on a warpath taking over Guiseppe's territory (Bella's arranged husband). He killed him then married Bella that same night.
It was insta-love I think for Santino and the first 45% of the book happened over night. Bella was hellbent protecting her pregnant sister and if their father finds out her current situation, bad things surely would happen. But Santino made Bella a promise that he will protect her and her sister, which he did until the end.
This is a good read with some action and suspense because of the mafia themes. This is also a freaking cheesefest! Santino has it bad for Bella and this man is so swoony and sweet. The love bombing was OTT but I dig it. Overall, I enjoyed it and it made me smile despite some dark themes. ❤️
Book info:
- Novella
- No cheating / opd / 3rd act breakup
- Mafia romance
- Violence / murder
- Insta-love
- HEA
- Virgin FMC, no background on MMC
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
August 14, 2020
I was super excited to get Santino's story. We met him first in His Stolen Princess, Cato and Apollonia's story. Caro's right hand man.
He came off as hard and cold heart.
But you know what they say the harder they are the harder they fall.... lol... or something like that.
Bella is a tough one. She's had to be. She had to protect her younger sister.
Love this couple and we get a bonus of a secondary couple in with this read also.
He came off as hard and cold heart.
But you know what they say the harder they are the harder they fall.... lol... or something like that.
Bella is a tough one. She's had to be. She had to protect her younger sister.
Love this couple and we get a bonus of a secondary couple in with this read also.
August 15, 2020
This one just didn't quite hit the mark for me and I actually think it was because of Bella's sister & her sister's boyfriend. They were so distracting and I kept expecting the boyfriend to step up and take the sister away somewhere safe. The fact that it always fell to Bella to protect them just didn't sit right with me *in a smutty romance book*.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
August 13, 2020
This one is so my type of insta-love romance story with an over the top alpha male! This story was great!
Santino steals Bella when he kills her husband and all his men. She feels kidnapped.
And then... she starts to catch feelings....
Loved this one!
Santino steals Bella when he kills her husband and all his men. She feels kidnapped.
And then... she starts to catch feelings....
Loved this one!
August 14, 2020
Santino went to war, what he didn’t expect was Bella his future bride. She’s fearless, and not afraid to take on her new husband.
A fast paced story that moved quickly. I didn’t want it to end.
If you like Alpha men who will do whatever it takes to claim their forever then you need to dive in!
A fast paced story that moved quickly. I didn’t want it to end.
If you like Alpha men who will do whatever it takes to claim their forever then you need to dive in!
May 8, 2025
2.5 🌟
Fun but the fmc got on my nerves in that one scene she thought he was cheating while he was in his office with the OB who will take care of her sister, when she didn't even have reason to doubt him
Fun but the fmc got on my nerves in that one scene she thought he was cheating while he was in his office with the OB who will take care of her sister, when she didn't even have reason to doubt him
August 15, 2020
Hot Mafia romance ❤
August 18, 2020
Loveddd amazing addition!
October 5, 2020
Love love love the heroine, and the hero isn't too bad either.
The twist and turns can be somewhat predictable at times but that doesn't take away from a great story
The twist and turns can be somewhat predictable at times but that doesn't take away from a great story
January 26, 2022
I freaking love over the top mafia novellas right now
October 31, 2022
it was ok. :/
April 5, 2021
I could be totally biased because I LOVE Minks books! This book did not let me down either, it was just as great as all the others I have read and kept me on the edge of my seat.
The opening of the book had me hooked immediately, Santino standing there in the kitchen wiping blood off his hands from Bella’s first husband. Him just acting like it was any other day and it was just normal for him to have blood all over him and then looking for Bella. He was seeing her as a prize and he even liked her more when he approached the locked bedroom door and she shot at him! Right there I knew I would love her spunkiness too.
It was definitely different to hear Bella offer herself to Santino in the promise that if he protected her sister and didn’t let her leave the house she would be a good wife for him and listen to what he has to say. I was kind of surprised by that because well, when does that ever happen as planned? But this did happen and trust me, I’m just as shocked as you!
The build up between Santino and Bella was just explosive, I could not put my tablet down. Their relationship moved fast and perfectly; I couldn’t wait to read when they realized that they had both fallen in love with the other without even realizing it. I think that was the best part, that I was just as surprised when they came to the realization that they had fallen in love.
Bella’s love for her little sister was amazing, she was willing to sacrifice her own freedom to ensure that her sister was protected. I don’t want to give too much away but I’m hoping that her sister and Leo have a story, that would be awesome to read too, find out how it all began (going back to the beginning).
Recommend downloading and reading this book! I recommend all of MINKS books! I’m off to read another.
The opening of the book had me hooked immediately, Santino standing there in the kitchen wiping blood off his hands from Bella’s first husband. Him just acting like it was any other day and it was just normal for him to have blood all over him and then looking for Bella. He was seeing her as a prize and he even liked her more when he approached the locked bedroom door and she shot at him! Right there I knew I would love her spunkiness too.
It was definitely different to hear Bella offer herself to Santino in the promise that if he protected her sister and didn’t let her leave the house she would be a good wife for him and listen to what he has to say. I was kind of surprised by that because well, when does that ever happen as planned? But this did happen and trust me, I’m just as shocked as you!
The build up between Santino and Bella was just explosive, I could not put my tablet down. Their relationship moved fast and perfectly; I couldn’t wait to read when they realized that they had both fallen in love with the other without even realizing it. I think that was the best part, that I was just as surprised when they came to the realization that they had fallen in love.
Bella’s love for her little sister was amazing, she was willing to sacrifice her own freedom to ensure that her sister was protected. I don’t want to give too much away but I’m hoping that her sister and Leo have a story, that would be awesome to read too, find out how it all began (going back to the beginning).
Recommend downloading and reading this book! I recommend all of MINKS books! I’m off to read another.
June 1, 2022
His Stolen Bride is the story of Santino and Bella.
She's supposed to marry Guiseppe but then her future husband Santino kills him and when he sees her for the first time he's head over heels for her. It's like enemies to lovers but like with arranged marriage added into it. Bella loves her sister and now that her sister is pregnant with her best friend Leo's baby it makes it that much more difficult to protect her from her father Fernando. Santino marries her that same day her husband died and her made-up hatred for him and his banter with her makes the story more joyful and enticing to watch. She thinks Santino is using her to get her father's land but he does the opposite in the end and hands it over to her. I loved how smitten he was with her and how he cared so much about her opinion and her jealous scene with the doctor in Santino's room was epic and made me scream MATERIAL GIRLLLL. Anyways her father wages a war with Santino and Cato for Gianna her sister but she can't go back because she loves Leo and is carrying his baby which would make her impure so her sister and Santino fight for her until Leo kills him by throwing him off the balcony and what Bella said after made me laugh like why tf would you said did that feel good after your father literally fell to death. I mean I hated Fernando but that shit made me laugh. Anyways the epilogue is Gianna and Leo getting married and Bella is preggers and Santino is pussy whipped.
Solid 4.5/5
She's supposed to marry Guiseppe but then her future husband Santino kills him and when he sees her for the first time he's head over heels for her. It's like enemies to lovers but like with arranged marriage added into it. Bella loves her sister and now that her sister is pregnant with her best friend Leo's baby it makes it that much more difficult to protect her from her father Fernando. Santino marries her that same day her husband died and her made-up hatred for him and his banter with her makes the story more joyful and enticing to watch. She thinks Santino is using her to get her father's land but he does the opposite in the end and hands it over to her. I loved how smitten he was with her and how he cared so much about her opinion and her jealous scene with the doctor in Santino's room was epic and made me scream MATERIAL GIRLLLL. Anyways her father wages a war with Santino and Cato for Gianna her sister but she can't go back because she loves Leo and is carrying his baby which would make her impure so her sister and Santino fight for her until Leo kills him by throwing him off the balcony and what Bella said after made me laugh like why tf would you said did that feel good after your father literally fell to death. I mean I hated Fernando but that shit made me laugh. Anyways the epilogue is Gianna and Leo getting married and Bella is preggers and Santino is pussy whipped.
Solid 4.5/5
October 16, 2020
Bella sacrificed herself by marring a terrible man to save her beautiful sister, Gianna. When Santino Baldoni enters Giuseppe’s house and kills him and his men he lays claim to Bella. When he sees her for the first time he is awe struck by her beauty and loves her feisty nature. He was the only one to ever think her beautiful, her father and her now dead husband thought she was ugly. She’s not used to the compliments or the care Santino shows her. She’s scared it’s to get his way and some how keep Gianna. But he’s not interested in Gianna other than as a little sister, he loves Bella and does anything in his power to prove it to her. He marries her and defends her against her father. When her father insults her, he is ready to kill him. He along with the big mob boss Cato Davinci keep Bella’s dad in check and save Gianna. When Bella’s dad attacks Santino there is a bloody battle and it’s Gianna’s baby daddy Leo who saves her and kills the dad. Lots of drama and lots of steamy sexy times between Bella and Santino. Epilogue with Gianna and Leo getting married and Bella pregnant.
Lots of action, steam, and love. Santino is not ashamed or embarrassed about how he feels for his Bella. And once she realizes he’s really in love with her, she’s all in to work with and help her man. Love a strong female character.
Lots of action, steam, and love. Santino is not ashamed or embarrassed about how he feels for his Bella. And once she realizes he’s really in love with her, she’s all in to work with and help her man. Love a strong female character.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
February 17, 2024
His Stolen Bride, Book 4 of the Royal Love series, was about Santino Baldino, the right-hand man of the crime lord, Cato Davinci, and Bella Carrera, the eldest daughter of the Carrera mob boss.
Santino and Bella met when he and his men went to her home and wiped out not only her husband but his entire entourage as well. He found Bella, her sister, and her sister's lover were barricaded in the master suite. When he yelled through the door for her to surrender, he had to duck because she fired at him through the door. When he managed to get inside the room and saw her for the first time, Santino made up his mind he would marry her that very night.
This story was full of angst, drama, violence, secrets, and spice. There was heartache and fierce loyalty that matched no other. The emotional rollercoaster had some surprising twists and turns that kept the reader glued to the pages.
Both of the main characters were well-developed and fleshed out, with a maturity that a lot of these books don't portray. Each had plenty of room for growth, and they developed a healthy respect for each other, all the while openly communicating with each other as their trust in each other grew. This story easily earned a four-star rating and was an excellent ending to the series.
Santino and Bella met when he and his men went to her home and wiped out not only her husband but his entire entourage as well. He found Bella, her sister, and her sister's lover were barricaded in the master suite. When he yelled through the door for her to surrender, he had to duck because she fired at him through the door. When he managed to get inside the room and saw her for the first time, Santino made up his mind he would marry her that very night.
This story was full of angst, drama, violence, secrets, and spice. There was heartache and fierce loyalty that matched no other. The emotional rollercoaster had some surprising twists and turns that kept the reader glued to the pages.
Both of the main characters were well-developed and fleshed out, with a maturity that a lot of these books don't portray. Each had plenty of room for growth, and they developed a healthy respect for each other, all the while openly communicating with each other as their trust in each other grew. This story easily earned a four-star rating and was an excellent ending to the series.
August 14, 2020
So. Much. Swoon!! (And steam!)
Mink.
I feel like that one word should be sufficient to convey a story thats fierce and emotional and full of swoon and steam. A hero who is possessive and dominant and growly as he grunts out “Mine” while claiming the heroine as his, putting his stamp on her. A heroine who is feisty, slightly crazy, a little ferocious, but worn a sweet side and who is loyal
Everything I’ve read by her is awesome and this one is no different. Another epic mafia story with a dark and jaded hero who is redeemed by the love and innocence of the heroine. It’s pure Minx amazingness—I could gobble these up everyday and come back for more.
And she somehow manages to take a story that has dead bodies and blood and violence, also feel light an fun. It’s witchcraft, I tell you.
The blurb lays out the storyline so no need to redundantly repeat it. Details some may be interested in: there’s no cheating of any kind. The heroes past isn’t mentioned, the heroine is a virgin, is thoroughly claimed and belongs only to the hero, and there’s an HEA with an epilogue.
Mink.
I feel like that one word should be sufficient to convey a story thats fierce and emotional and full of swoon and steam. A hero who is possessive and dominant and growly as he grunts out “Mine” while claiming the heroine as his, putting his stamp on her. A heroine who is feisty, slightly crazy, a little ferocious, but worn a sweet side and who is loyal
Everything I’ve read by her is awesome and this one is no different. Another epic mafia story with a dark and jaded hero who is redeemed by the love and innocence of the heroine. It’s pure Minx amazingness—I could gobble these up everyday and come back for more.
And she somehow manages to take a story that has dead bodies and blood and violence, also feel light an fun. It’s witchcraft, I tell you.
The blurb lays out the storyline so no need to redundantly repeat it. Details some may be interested in: there’s no cheating of any kind. The heroes past isn’t mentioned, the heroine is a virgin, is thoroughly claimed and belongs only to the hero, and there’s an HEA with an epilogue.
August 15, 2020
It's Santino's time to finally fall for a woman.
Santino's paid his dues helping Cato Davinci rise to his empire and keep it. Now it's time for him to step up and prove that he's not only the "muscle" everyone assumes him to be. Taking over and killing the boss was easy enough, but getting rid of his newest bride proves to be the furthest thing from Santino's mind. However, Bella isn't going to give in easy, after all her sister is depending on her.
Bella was all too happy to marry Giuseppe since it kept her sister from having to marry. But things take a turn when a new wannabe boss comes in kills her husband and is now trying to claim her for his bride. Bella chooses who she gives herself to and she'll make sure Santino knows she's not one to submit without a fight.
I loved Bella's character! She's not scared to make Santino fight. But at the same time she will fight for those she loves. Even fighting her father to keep her sister out from under his thumb.
Santino's paid his dues helping Cato Davinci rise to his empire and keep it. Now it's time for him to step up and prove that he's not only the "muscle" everyone assumes him to be. Taking over and killing the boss was easy enough, but getting rid of his newest bride proves to be the furthest thing from Santino's mind. However, Bella isn't going to give in easy, after all her sister is depending on her.
Bella was all too happy to marry Giuseppe since it kept her sister from having to marry. But things take a turn when a new wannabe boss comes in kills her husband and is now trying to claim her for his bride. Bella chooses who she gives herself to and she'll make sure Santino knows she's not one to submit without a fight.
I loved Bella's character! She's not scared to make Santino fight. But at the same time she will fight for those she loves. Even fighting her father to keep her sister out from under his thumb.
August 16, 2020
I loved this story. It was entertaining and enjoyable although there is a bit of mafia violence. The characters were interesting and likable for the most part. I'm glad that Fernando got what he deserved. Gianna and Leo were wonderful together and their dedication to each other was so sweet. Bella, Gianna, and Leo were loyal to each other and had great relationships. I loved that Bella was so protective of both her sister and Leo. I also loved that Leo was protective of Bella and Gianna. Santino was a great new "boss". The way that Santino came in and let Bella know that he was keeping her but also that he would help her protect her sister Gianna as well. Santino knows that Bella is the one for him immediately and is all-in right away. His actions help show Bella that she is important to him and not just because of who her family is. Their happy ever after made me smile. I recommend reading this book.
August 16, 2020
I loved this story. It was entertaining and enjoyable although there is a bit of mafia violence. The characters were interesting and likable for the most part. I'm glad that Fernando got what he deserved. Gianna and Leo were wonderful together and their dedication to each other was so sweet. Bella, Gianna, and Leo were loyal to each other and had great relationships. I loved that Bella was so protective of both her sister and Leo. I also loved that Leo was protective of Bella and Gianna. Santino was a great new "boss". The way that Santino came in and let Bella know that he was keeping her but also that he would help her protect her sister Gianna as well. Santino knows that Bella is the one for him immediately and is all-in right away. His actions help show Bella that she is important to him and not just because of who her family is. Their happy ever after made me smile. I recommend reading this book.
April 29, 2023
This is a typical short and sweet story, but with a badass FMC - and an alpha cinnamon roll who falls first.
It’s my second book ever by Mink and I’m loving her writing style!
I also love the way she packs tons of plot in a novella. But the downside is that this must be done seamlessly because there’s no space to much development. It was done perfectly in “His vigin queen”, but not here: in this book, there were times when some scenes felt a bit rushed or “sewn” into the plot. I can’t describe it very well, especially because it happened only one or two times, but it felt like the flow hiccupped. 🤷♀️
Though the fact that the smut is 👌🥵👌🥵 does help a lot! 😁
I loved how the FMC was strong and badass but I didn’t love some immature reactions – although they were balanced by some very mature ones.
It’s my second book ever by Mink and I’m loving her writing style!
I also love the way she packs tons of plot in a novella. But the downside is that this must be done seamlessly because there’s no space to much development. It was done perfectly in “His vigin queen”, but not here: in this book, there were times when some scenes felt a bit rushed or “sewn” into the plot. I can’t describe it very well, especially because it happened only one or two times, but it felt like the flow hiccupped. 🤷♀️
Though the fact that the smut is 👌🥵👌🥵 does help a lot! 😁
I loved how the FMC was strong and badass but I didn’t love some immature reactions – although they were balanced by some very mature ones.
August 13, 2020
I loved this book! Bella is a sassy bad@ss who will do anything to protect her sister. Santino is an OTT alpha who will do anything to keep his wife and keep her happy. I loved the chemistry between Santino and Bella. Bella tried to fight what she feeling and how Santino made her feel but Santino was able to break through the walls. Bella is feisty during their first meeting and that is when Santino knows that he has found this soul. I loved the action and steam in this book; it was a complete page turner. I would highly recommend this book to anyone looking for a hot, steam, action packed insta-love read.
I received a free e-book copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving an honest review.
I received a free e-book copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving an honest review.
December 7, 2020
First things first; I love the cover of this book!
This story is short, fast paced and an enjoyable read. I read this book in one sitting and was satisfied throughout. I found the writing style easy to follow, the characters likeable and the storyline enjoyable. Santino has just took over someones territory and has got himself a bride. From the moment Santino meets Bella, he wants her.
The chemistry between Santino and Bella is clear to see and I liked them together.
I loved how kickass and feisty Bella was.
I loved how protective Bella was of her sister. I liked that Santino stood by their side and helped.
I really liked the ending and the epilogue for this story.
The storyline for this book is easy to follow and it is an enjoyable read.
This story is short, fast paced and an enjoyable read. I read this book in one sitting and was satisfied throughout. I found the writing style easy to follow, the characters likeable and the storyline enjoyable. Santino has just took over someones territory and has got himself a bride. From the moment Santino meets Bella, he wants her.
The chemistry between Santino and Bella is clear to see and I liked them together.
I loved how kickass and feisty Bella was.
I loved how protective Bella was of her sister. I liked that Santino stood by their side and helped.
I really liked the ending and the epilogue for this story.
The storyline for this book is easy to follow and it is an enjoyable read.
February 22, 2021
Intense and sensual
Clever and unique approach to a mafia standalone that keeps you guessing as to what comes next. Santino is a fearless alpha male ready to claim his place in the mafia and claim his independent and brave bride to be, Bella. Their heated beginning is filled with powerful emotions and strong chemistry. I love how he wins her over and helps her discover her own beauty. I admire her fierce protection of her sister and her sister's lover. Their journey is filled with sizzling encounters and deep commitment to each other and their new formed family. Mink's stories have an amazing way of entertaining, both mentally and sensually. Look forward to her next new book.
Clever and unique approach to a mafia standalone that keeps you guessing as to what comes next. Santino is a fearless alpha male ready to claim his place in the mafia and claim his independent and brave bride to be, Bella. Their heated beginning is filled with powerful emotions and strong chemistry. I love how he wins her over and helps her discover her own beauty. I admire her fierce protection of her sister and her sister's lover. Their journey is filled with sizzling encounters and deep commitment to each other and their new formed family. Mink's stories have an amazing way of entertaining, both mentally and sensually. Look forward to her next new book.
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