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Fraser Crime Syndicate #3
A Forbidden Love
Aurelia
I'm a little bird, trapped in a gilded cage. My mother keeps me like a doll, pretty and silent, ensuring I will become a good wife and further my family's legacy. The Fraser name needs to live on, no matter what. My freedom of choice, my ability to marry for love, are stripped from me.
Until him.
Ryan Malone is my brother's bodyguard and the man who I'm falling in love with. If we're found out my brothers will kill him, but when my mother tries to force me down the aisle, I'm sent into hiding with Ryan. It will test both of our resolves to keep away from each other.
Ryan
I shouldn't look twice at Aurelia Fraser. She's a mob princess and she's completely out of my league. Touching her is a one-way ticket to dead, but when I'm charged with her protection I can't keep my hands off her. Beneath the front she puts on I find a damaged, scared woman who I want to protect--even if it's from her own parents.
*This book contains upsetting scenes. Please check the warnings on my website. linked in my biography.
I'm a little bird, trapped in a gilded cage. My mother keeps me like a doll, pretty and silent, ensuring I will become a good wife and further my family's legacy. The Fraser name needs to live on, no matter what. My freedom of choice, my ability to marry for love, are stripped from me.
Until him.
Ryan Malone is my brother's bodyguard and the man who I'm falling in love with. If we're found out my brothers will kill him, but when my mother tries to force me down the aisle, I'm sent into hiding with Ryan. It will test both of our resolves to keep away from each other.
Ryan
I shouldn't look twice at Aurelia Fraser. She's a mob princess and she's completely out of my league. Touching her is a one-way ticket to dead, but when I'm charged with her protection I can't keep my hands off her. Beneath the front she puts on I find a damaged, scared woman who I want to protect--even if it's from her own parents.
*This book contains upsetting scenes. Please check the warnings on my website. linked in my biography.
234 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 22, 2022
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October 26, 2022
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
''War is coming''
Safety warnings:
- No cheating
- No OW/OM drama
- Descriptive violence/d*ath
- Trauma
- HEA
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This was my favorite of the three. I really enjoyed the development of Ryan's and Aurelia's love story. I am a sucker for forbidden love, and this was a great one: Girl falls in love with her bodyguard.
The moment where Elena sees them back from book 2 is shown and how it plays out gave me anxiety. The brothers of course were going to react badly, but they also couldn't truly react in the way they wanted seeing their sister being in love and being loved. I'm glad they stood their ground and there was no stupid breakup to cause more drama.
I absolutely cannot stand their parents. Charlotte and Anthony were the scum of the earth. Anthony was just a weak man who allowed so much to happen because of his wife's greed. Charlotte felt nothing for her children and just wanted to control everything and even allow an old man to marry her daughter and even went as far as saying he could ''sample the goods''. Who says that? Who puts a bounty on her daughter to be found and taken against her will?
I'm glad they died. I'm glad the brothers got the plan going and took over and were able to put a final stop to their parent's plans.
The scene where Charlotte cannot believe she has been beaten was priceless and her death was just exactly as it should have been.
The mystery that has been going on since book 1 was finally revealed. Who is Sariah's father? We find out is from a rival syndicate and a powerful man who her mother had an affair with for years back when he was just climbing the ladder - I probably didn't care much for this reveal as he might have shown up in the previous/upcoming books I have not read. I'll need to investigate to see if there is a continuation to this reveal.
''War is coming''
Safety warnings:
- No cheating
- No OW/OM drama
- Descriptive violence/d*ath
- Trauma
- HEA
SPOILERS BELOW ⬇️
SPOILERS BELOW ⬇️
SPOILERS BELOW ⬇️
SPOILERS BELOW ⬇️
This was my favorite of the three. I really enjoyed the development of Ryan's and Aurelia's love story. I am a sucker for forbidden love, and this was a great one: Girl falls in love with her bodyguard.
The moment where Elena sees them back from book 2 is shown and how it plays out gave me anxiety. The brothers of course were going to react badly, but they also couldn't truly react in the way they wanted seeing their sister being in love and being loved. I'm glad they stood their ground and there was no stupid breakup to cause more drama.
I absolutely cannot stand their parents. Charlotte and Anthony were the scum of the earth. Anthony was just a weak man who allowed so much to happen because of his wife's greed. Charlotte felt nothing for her children and just wanted to control everything and even allow an old man to marry her daughter and even went as far as saying he could ''sample the goods''. Who says that? Who puts a bounty on her daughter to be found and taken against her will?
I'm glad they died. I'm glad the brothers got the plan going and took over and were able to put a final stop to their parent's plans.
The scene where Charlotte cannot believe she has been beaten was priceless and her death was just exactly as it should have been.
The mystery that has been going on since book 1 was finally revealed. Who is Sariah's father? We find out is from a rival syndicate and a powerful man who her mother had an affair with for years back when he was just climbing the ladder - I probably didn't care much for this reveal as he might have shown up in the previous/upcoming books I have not read. I'll need to investigate to see if there is a continuation to this reveal.
July 18, 2022
A FORBIDDEN LOVE is the third instalment in Jessica Ames’ contemporary, adult FRASER CRIME SYNDICATE dark, erotic, criminal underworld series, a spin off from the author’s UNTAMED SONS MC series. This is nineteen year old Aurelia ‘Lia’ Fraser, and bodyguard Ryan Malone’s story line. A FORBIDDEN LOVE can be read as a stand alone without any difficulty. Any important information from the previous storyline is revealed where necessary.
NOTE: Due to the nature of the story line premise, there may be triggers for more sensitive readers.
Told from dual first person perspectives (Ryan and Aurelia) A FORBIDDEN LOVE follows the building romance and forbidden relationship between nineteen year old Aurelia ‘Lia’ Fraser, and bodyguard Ryan Malone. For months Aurelia’s mother has been struggling to find a ‘suitable’ husband for our story line heroine, a husband with money, connections, power and control but Aurelia wants nothing to do with the men her mother is forcing upon her, so our heroine takes off in search of help. Enter Fraser Crime Syndicate bodyguard Ryan Malone, and the man with whom Lia will fall in love. What ensues is the building romance and secret relationship between Ryan and Lia, and the potential fall-out as Lia’s mother demands our heroine’s return,or the family will face the wrath of the ‘Firm’.
Ryan Malone is a bodyguard in the Fraser Crime Syndicate, owing his life to the family in charge but from afar, Ryan fell in love with Lia Fraser, a forbidden love in the wake of the Fraser connections, control and power. In an effort protect their sister, the Fraser brothers assign Ryan Malone as guardian and protector, never realizing our couple had fallen in love. As the Fraser family struggles to stay one step ahead of Charlotte and Anthony Fraser, Ryan must battle between head and heart knowing the brothers believe he is unworthy of their sister’s love.
The relationship between Ryan and Lia is forbidden but Lia has been a virtual prisoner of her mother for mother of her life, and her one chance at freedom may come at a cost of the family and the man with whom she is falling in love. Ryan knows to cross the line could mean the end of his life but Lia is worth every painful threat to protect our story line heroine.The $ex scenes are intimate and passionate.
The secondary and supporting characters include Lia’s over protective brothers: Lucas and his wife Sariah (Fractured Vows 1), and Kane and Elena (The Ties that Bind 2), Zeke (Bailey/Untamed Sons MC 7), as well as their cousin Gemma; their parents Anthony and Charlotte Fraser, and several men who work for the parental unit.
A FORBIDDEN LOVE is a story of power and control, abuse and betrayal, dysfunctional family values, love and acceptance. The fast paced premise is intriguing and riveting; the characters are energetic and dynamic; the romance is seductive and intense.
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NOTE: Due to the nature of the story line premise, there may be triggers for more sensitive readers.
Told from dual first person perspectives (Ryan and Aurelia) A FORBIDDEN LOVE follows the building romance and forbidden relationship between nineteen year old Aurelia ‘Lia’ Fraser, and bodyguard Ryan Malone. For months Aurelia’s mother has been struggling to find a ‘suitable’ husband for our story line heroine, a husband with money, connections, power and control but Aurelia wants nothing to do with the men her mother is forcing upon her, so our heroine takes off in search of help. Enter Fraser Crime Syndicate bodyguard Ryan Malone, and the man with whom Lia will fall in love. What ensues is the building romance and secret relationship between Ryan and Lia, and the potential fall-out as Lia’s mother demands our heroine’s return,or the family will face the wrath of the ‘Firm’.
Ryan Malone is a bodyguard in the Fraser Crime Syndicate, owing his life to the family in charge but from afar, Ryan fell in love with Lia Fraser, a forbidden love in the wake of the Fraser connections, control and power. In an effort protect their sister, the Fraser brothers assign Ryan Malone as guardian and protector, never realizing our couple had fallen in love. As the Fraser family struggles to stay one step ahead of Charlotte and Anthony Fraser, Ryan must battle between head and heart knowing the brothers believe he is unworthy of their sister’s love.
The relationship between Ryan and Lia is forbidden but Lia has been a virtual prisoner of her mother for mother of her life, and her one chance at freedom may come at a cost of the family and the man with whom she is falling in love. Ryan knows to cross the line could mean the end of his life but Lia is worth every painful threat to protect our story line heroine.The $ex scenes are intimate and passionate.
The secondary and supporting characters include Lia’s over protective brothers: Lucas and his wife Sariah (Fractured Vows 1), and Kane and Elena (The Ties that Bind 2), Zeke (Bailey/Untamed Sons MC 7), as well as their cousin Gemma; their parents Anthony and Charlotte Fraser, and several men who work for the parental unit.
A FORBIDDEN LOVE is a story of power and control, abuse and betrayal, dysfunctional family values, love and acceptance. The fast paced premise is intriguing and riveting; the characters are energetic and dynamic; the romance is seductive and intense.
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July 20, 2022
Story: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Trope: taboo: bodyguard
Angst: 😱😱
Smexy: 🔥🔥
Another quick and smexy read by author Jessica Ames! A Forbidden Love is the third book in the Fraser Crime Syndicate and is a standalone, but best enjoyed when read in series order. Tons of action from page one as Aurelia tries to stand up to her mother and her attempts to marry her off for the benefit of the Syndicate. Her brothers vow to protect her, but when she falls for her bodyguard a new plan to thwart her mother starts to shape. Cute forbidden romance that’s definitely worth a read, especially if you’re fan fans of this series and the Untamed Sons!
Trope: taboo: bodyguard
Angst: 😱😱
Smexy: 🔥🔥
Another quick and smexy read by author Jessica Ames! A Forbidden Love is the third book in the Fraser Crime Syndicate and is a standalone, but best enjoyed when read in series order. Tons of action from page one as Aurelia tries to stand up to her mother and her attempts to marry her off for the benefit of the Syndicate. Her brothers vow to protect her, but when she falls for her bodyguard a new plan to thwart her mother starts to shape. Cute forbidden romance that’s definitely worth a read, especially if you’re fan fans of this series and the Untamed Sons!
July 13, 2022
I want to live my life how I want.
But I am a Fraser, which means my life does not belong to me.
It never has.
Aurelia is the last piece on her mothers chessboard who needs moving into place. To carry out her duty within the Fraser family empire, Aurelia must marry a man of her mother’s choosing, someone of great importance, who can be manipulated and controlled under her mother’s thumb without knowing.
A man that is going to be much older than Aurelia.
A man that will clip Aurelia wings from flying…not that she has had the chance to even fly on her own yet.
But, if there is one thing that Aurelia can count on in this world and always had her best interests at heart, it’s her loyal, fearsome, protective brothers. And, Aurelia is going to need them with this new twisted plan that Charlotte has planned and it seems there is another who’s willing to lay down his life to protect her.
Ryan Malone.
I’ve never tried drugs, but he’s fast becoming my addiction, and I hope I’m becoming his.
Ryan has already been her saviour in the past and that stirred up a connection that neither of them saw coming. But now, they are sharing the same space together and under the intense circumstances those feelings are starting to emerge from both of them.
But, this is a dangerous line to be crossing and for once Aurelia is going after something she wants and Ryan is struggling to hold back from wanting her even if this means his loyalty to Aurelia's older brother- in fact all of her brothers could be in jeopardy.
I don’t deserve her, but there’s no way in hell I’m letting her go after this.
As Aurelia and Ryan's connection grows stronger the longer they are safely hidden away in their secret bubble of bliss...
Charlotte however, is growing even more impatient by her daughter’s childish actions…she will stop at nothing to bring her daughter to heel.
The Fraser crowns however, should be more concerned with keeping their rein from falling into the hands of those who are eager to spray their golden walls with blood.
War is coming, and we are going to be stuck directly in the middle of it.
Aurelia & Ryan…<3 A broken perfect princess and a loyal knight in the modern world of cut throat family drama. I loved how these two fell together, with the circumstances that led up to them being alone together and helped them to form this solid true relationship.
I couldn’t wait to read what could be in store for the youngest child of the Fraser family and with her being a girl, you know throughout the previous books that her story was going to be filled with emotion. This does not disappoint, there is always more to each character and Aurelia is a strong character who just wants to make her own decisions in life and not be forced into marriage by her parents-well her mother Charlotte.
Ah Ryan! Bodyguard to Zeke and will protect him at all costs, now has to protect his little sister. But this is not hardship for Ryan, the only hardship will be keeping everything professional between them, but even then he still remembers how she clinged to him when he saved her and now her scent lingers on him. Ryan fights with himself and the temptation to touch Aurelia again…this makes for some very steamy heated scene when those morals go flying out of the window!
This is intense, hot and wholesome, everything came together in this book. I loved having the other couples threading throughout the chapters, seeing how this story as a whole has developed and finally seeing the ending…but is it really the end?
Secrets are about to be uncovered and this family feud is about to hit breaking point…you will be flipping the pages to see what happens to the Fraser family.
I made her a promise. But more than that. She is mine, and I will fight anyone who tries to take her from me.
But I am a Fraser, which means my life does not belong to me.
It never has.
Aurelia is the last piece on her mothers chessboard who needs moving into place. To carry out her duty within the Fraser family empire, Aurelia must marry a man of her mother’s choosing, someone of great importance, who can be manipulated and controlled under her mother’s thumb without knowing.
A man that is going to be much older than Aurelia.
A man that will clip Aurelia wings from flying…not that she has had the chance to even fly on her own yet.
But, if there is one thing that Aurelia can count on in this world and always had her best interests at heart, it’s her loyal, fearsome, protective brothers. And, Aurelia is going to need them with this new twisted plan that Charlotte has planned and it seems there is another who’s willing to lay down his life to protect her.
Ryan Malone.
I’ve never tried drugs, but he’s fast becoming my addiction, and I hope I’m becoming his.
Ryan has already been her saviour in the past and that stirred up a connection that neither of them saw coming. But now, they are sharing the same space together and under the intense circumstances those feelings are starting to emerge from both of them.
But, this is a dangerous line to be crossing and for once Aurelia is going after something she wants and Ryan is struggling to hold back from wanting her even if this means his loyalty to Aurelia's older brother- in fact all of her brothers could be in jeopardy.
I don’t deserve her, but there’s no way in hell I’m letting her go after this.
As Aurelia and Ryan's connection grows stronger the longer they are safely hidden away in their secret bubble of bliss...
Charlotte however, is growing even more impatient by her daughter’s childish actions…she will stop at nothing to bring her daughter to heel.
The Fraser crowns however, should be more concerned with keeping their rein from falling into the hands of those who are eager to spray their golden walls with blood.
War is coming, and we are going to be stuck directly in the middle of it.
Aurelia & Ryan…<3 A broken perfect princess and a loyal knight in the modern world of cut throat family drama. I loved how these two fell together, with the circumstances that led up to them being alone together and helped them to form this solid true relationship.
I couldn’t wait to read what could be in store for the youngest child of the Fraser family and with her being a girl, you know throughout the previous books that her story was going to be filled with emotion. This does not disappoint, there is always more to each character and Aurelia is a strong character who just wants to make her own decisions in life and not be forced into marriage by her parents-well her mother Charlotte.
Ah Ryan! Bodyguard to Zeke and will protect him at all costs, now has to protect his little sister. But this is not hardship for Ryan, the only hardship will be keeping everything professional between them, but even then he still remembers how she clinged to him when he saved her and now her scent lingers on him. Ryan fights with himself and the temptation to touch Aurelia again…this makes for some very steamy heated scene when those morals go flying out of the window!
This is intense, hot and wholesome, everything came together in this book. I loved having the other couples threading throughout the chapters, seeing how this story as a whole has developed and finally seeing the ending…but is it really the end?
Secrets are about to be uncovered and this family feud is about to hit breaking point…you will be flipping the pages to see what happens to the Fraser family.
I made her a promise. But more than that. She is mine, and I will fight anyone who tries to take her from me.
July 22, 2022
Aurelia
I'm a little bird in a gilded cage and my mother wants to keep me like a pretty doll and silent to ensure I become a good wife and further my family's legacies. Everything has been stripped away from me. Until him. Ryan Malone is my brother's bodyguard and the man who I'm falling in love with.
Ryan
I shouldn't look twice at Aurelia Fraser as she's a mob princess and she'd completely out of my league. When I'm charged with her protection and i can't keep my hands off her, but beneath the front she puts on I find a damaged, scared woman who i want to protect-even if its from her own parents.
A forbidden love is a formidable read from start to finish and I love how you can see how to book develops throughout via Aurelia's and Ryan's point of view. The story line was absolutely awesome and i will certainly be reading it again. Jessica ames is an amazing author and i can't help but wonder how she plans the plots for her books but i love them thanks for another great book jessica.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I'm a little bird in a gilded cage and my mother wants to keep me like a pretty doll and silent to ensure I become a good wife and further my family's legacies. Everything has been stripped away from me. Until him. Ryan Malone is my brother's bodyguard and the man who I'm falling in love with.
Ryan
I shouldn't look twice at Aurelia Fraser as she's a mob princess and she'd completely out of my league. When I'm charged with her protection and i can't keep my hands off her, but beneath the front she puts on I find a damaged, scared woman who i want to protect-even if its from her own parents.
A forbidden love is a formidable read from start to finish and I love how you can see how to book develops throughout via Aurelia's and Ryan's point of view. The story line was absolutely awesome and i will certainly be reading it again. Jessica ames is an amazing author and i can't help but wonder how she plans the plots for her books but i love them thanks for another great book jessica.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
July 7, 2022
I want to be the protector who keeps her safe.
Aurelia is the baby of the Fraser family. After some attempts at her life as well as to remove her from under her controlling parents' thumb, her brothers enlist the help of Ryan, a bodyguard. The chemistry between those two is insane! This book has a bit of everything- spice, intrigue, suspense, mystery, and romance. I stayed up all night reading it.
I recommend it. Now I'm off to read the other books by this author!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Aurelia is the baby of the Fraser family. After some attempts at her life as well as to remove her from under her controlling parents' thumb, her brothers enlist the help of Ryan, a bodyguard. The chemistry between those two is insane! This book has a bit of everything- spice, intrigue, suspense, mystery, and romance. I stayed up all night reading it.
I recommend it. Now I'm off to read the other books by this author!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
July 21, 2022
We have seen each of the Fraser brothers find their HEA and now there is only one Fraser left. Their little sister Aurelia. Aurelia has always known her only value in the mafia world will be being used as a pawn on her mother’s chess board. Used to secure more power for her greedy parents who run the Fraser Syndicate. All she wants is to be free to make decisions for herself and her brothers are determined that she have that too. What happens when Aurelia wants to be with the man who her brothers have trusted to be a body guard and her protector? How do the brothers protect their sister and her freedom from their power hungry and devious parents? This is a must read for mafia lovers! Ryan is a sweet and loving hero who is willing to protect Aurelia with his life even if her brothers kill him for it. All of the siblings have their HEA but I am still curious and hungry for more . I’m dying to know more about their cousin Gemma. Why does she hate the mafia life so bad aside from what we know that Anthony and Charlotte did to her father. Why doesn’t she leave? I really would love to see her find love and happiness and perhaps even mend her relationships with her cousins. Idk if this author will write her story but if she does I will be the first in line to buy it. The covers in this series are stunning. The stories are amazing. One of my favorite mafia series! No cheating , HEA!
July 13, 2022
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This book is absolutely perfect!!
I love Ryan!! He is everything!!
Aurelia's life has always been controlled by her mother. The only people who care and love her are her brothers.
Now that Aurelia is older, her mother wants her to get married even if it is by force!!
In order to get away from this marriage and her parents, her brothers keep her hidden!!
With the one person their trust...
RYAN!!!
Ryan is an absolute gentleman!! He became Aurelia's strength and biggest supporter.
Total book boyfriend!!
This book is absolutely perfect!!
I love Ryan!! He is everything!!
Aurelia's life has always been controlled by her mother. The only people who care and love her are her brothers.
Now that Aurelia is older, her mother wants her to get married even if it is by force!!
In order to get away from this marriage and her parents, her brothers keep her hidden!!
With the one person their trust...
RYAN!!!
Ryan is an absolute gentleman!! He became Aurelia's strength and biggest supporter.
Total book boyfriend!!
July 6, 2022
Ok, to say that I’ve been waiting for this book would be a definite understatement! I’ve looked forward to Ryan and Aurelia’s book for forever…probably not that long…but a long time. We got a glimpse of what could be in Lucas and Sariah’s book and then a full on tease, that cemented my interest, in Kane and Elena’s book. I was hoping their story would live up to the glimpse and tease and oh man did it ever! This story has all the elements of a Jessica Ames book. Totally hot, exciting, tense and thrilling, but it went a step further. Ryan is a total alpha male but he’s so kind and considerate of Aurelia and isn’t afraid to show that side of himself. Aurelia turned out to be more mature than I previously thought she was and is extremely protective of the people she loves. Loved this book and I’m hoping that this isn’t the last Fraser chapter. These people can be totally psycho but man are they fun to read!.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
July 22, 2022
We're at the pointy end of this series, so answers we have been waiting for are coming to light and loose ends are being dealt with, so while this was the book I've been waiting for, I can't even talk much about it.
I will say though that it was really nice seeing another side of Aureila when she was given a chance to come out of the shadow of her overbearing parents. Also really enjoyed the siblings interactions in this.
So buckle up and dive right in as you're in for a bumpy ride.
I will say though that it was really nice seeing another side of Aureila when she was given a chance to come out of the shadow of her overbearing parents. Also really enjoyed the siblings interactions in this.
So buckle up and dive right in as you're in for a bumpy ride.
July 21, 2022
Well I’ve been dying to read this book and it didn’t disappoint. This is the fourth and final book in the Fraser Crime Syndicate. While it can be read on its own I really wouldn’t recommend it as the story does intertwine with the characters from the other books. This story does contain quite adult themes so be aware of the trigger warning.
This book centres on Aurelia (Lia)Fraser and Ryan Malone.
Aurelia is the youngest child and only daughter of the Fraser family. While she is loved, cherished and protected by her brothers she is no more than a chess piece for her parents, particularly her mother. Charlotte Fraser sees herself as the Queen Bee of the underworld and uses her children to better her position. Unfortunately for Aurelia this means an unwanted marriage to an undesirable man. Her life has never been her own first under her parents thumb and now under her husband’s. Aurelia has never had a chance or a choice so the only thing she can do is to run to her brothers, Zeke, Lucas and Kane. Although they are very powerful men while their parents run the Syndicate Aurelia will always be at risk. So while they put plans in place to take care of their parents once and for all Aurelia needs to be kept hidden.
Ryan Malone left the Army and had no real purpose until he met up with Zeke and became part of the Fraser Syndicate and Zeke’s personal bodyguard. His first loyalty is to Zeke but he’s always had a connection with Aurelia but she is off limits. His life is over if he makes a move on her. Now he’s charged with the most important job of his life ensuring Aurelia’s safety. It’s a balancing act of protecting her while managing not only his own feelings but Aurelia’s too. Ryan is walking a fine line with Aurelia, while she is finally going all out to actually get what she wants for a change. The chemistry between Ryan and Aurelia is fantastic and ultimately neither can deny their feelings no matter the consequences. Ryan will go toe to toe with her brothers loyalty be damned.
Unfortunately Charlotte has had enough of waiting and war is coming to the very heart of the Fraser empire. This book was such a thrilling read, it has it all the relationships and dynamics between all the characters was just fantastic. There was drama, intrigue and romance…lots and lots of romance. The characters were well rounded and the story kept you hooked from the go.
This was such an emotional ride I’m not ready for this series to end, can we not have an unexpected sibling or two. I highly recommend this series.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
This book centres on Aurelia (Lia)Fraser and Ryan Malone.
Aurelia is the youngest child and only daughter of the Fraser family. While she is loved, cherished and protected by her brothers she is no more than a chess piece for her parents, particularly her mother. Charlotte Fraser sees herself as the Queen Bee of the underworld and uses her children to better her position. Unfortunately for Aurelia this means an unwanted marriage to an undesirable man. Her life has never been her own first under her parents thumb and now under her husband’s. Aurelia has never had a chance or a choice so the only thing she can do is to run to her brothers, Zeke, Lucas and Kane. Although they are very powerful men while their parents run the Syndicate Aurelia will always be at risk. So while they put plans in place to take care of their parents once and for all Aurelia needs to be kept hidden.
Ryan Malone left the Army and had no real purpose until he met up with Zeke and became part of the Fraser Syndicate and Zeke’s personal bodyguard. His first loyalty is to Zeke but he’s always had a connection with Aurelia but she is off limits. His life is over if he makes a move on her. Now he’s charged with the most important job of his life ensuring Aurelia’s safety. It’s a balancing act of protecting her while managing not only his own feelings but Aurelia’s too. Ryan is walking a fine line with Aurelia, while she is finally going all out to actually get what she wants for a change. The chemistry between Ryan and Aurelia is fantastic and ultimately neither can deny their feelings no matter the consequences. Ryan will go toe to toe with her brothers loyalty be damned.
Unfortunately Charlotte has had enough of waiting and war is coming to the very heart of the Fraser empire. This book was such a thrilling read, it has it all the relationships and dynamics between all the characters was just fantastic. There was drama, intrigue and romance…lots and lots of romance. The characters were well rounded and the story kept you hooked from the go.
This was such an emotional ride I’m not ready for this series to end, can we not have an unexpected sibling or two. I highly recommend this series.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
July 21, 2022
I want to live my life how I want
Aurelia is the last one of the Fraser siblings that their mother Charlotte hasn’t managed to advantageously marry off until now that is when she blackmails a lord into marrying her. The one thing she hadn’t counted on was a brother’s love for his sister and in Aurelia’s case she has three older, very protective ones who are determined to protect their sister from the evil machinations of their mother even if it means war. While their own marriages might’ve worked out, they weren’t taking any chances with their only sister’s happiness. But in protecting Aurelia the only man they can trust with her safety is Ryan Malone. A man Aurelia is already more than a little in love with.
This was a fantastic emotion filled story that somehow managed to humanise the Fraser brothers more than their own books did. Their love for their sister and the lengths they will go so that she can live her life with no threats hanging over her a thing of blood soaked beauty. It’s only eclipsed by the love Ryan has for her given he knew better than anyone the brutality Kane Fraser was capable of when he found out about their relationship. The fact that he was willing to take that risk proves the depth of his love. There are twists and turns galore and plenty of suspense which is only to be expected as anyone who has read the previous books wouldn’t expect Charlotte Fraser not to retaliate but the lengths she will go to against her daughter are shocking but she’s forgotten she taught her sons to be the men they are. I’m hoping we haven’t heard the last of the Fraser syndicate now that they’ve proven they’re a force to be reckoned with.
Aurelia is the last one of the Fraser siblings that their mother Charlotte hasn’t managed to advantageously marry off until now that is when she blackmails a lord into marrying her. The one thing she hadn’t counted on was a brother’s love for his sister and in Aurelia’s case she has three older, very protective ones who are determined to protect their sister from the evil machinations of their mother even if it means war. While their own marriages might’ve worked out, they weren’t taking any chances with their only sister’s happiness. But in protecting Aurelia the only man they can trust with her safety is Ryan Malone. A man Aurelia is already more than a little in love with.
This was a fantastic emotion filled story that somehow managed to humanise the Fraser brothers more than their own books did. Their love for their sister and the lengths they will go so that she can live her life with no threats hanging over her a thing of blood soaked beauty. It’s only eclipsed by the love Ryan has for her given he knew better than anyone the brutality Kane Fraser was capable of when he found out about their relationship. The fact that he was willing to take that risk proves the depth of his love. There are twists and turns galore and plenty of suspense which is only to be expected as anyone who has read the previous books wouldn’t expect Charlotte Fraser not to retaliate but the lengths she will go to against her daughter are shocking but she’s forgotten she taught her sons to be the men they are. I’m hoping we haven’t heard the last of the Fraser syndicate now that they’ve proven they’re a force to be reckoned with.
July 17, 2022
One would think being the only daughter in this Crime family would mean Aurelia was protected. Obviously you’ve never met her parents, they’re truly despicable. When push comes to shove and she’s backed into a corner Aurelia turns to her brothers, and ultimately to Ryan. Their relationship should never have happened, but their connection cannot be denied. This is the final book in the Fraser Siblings series( although fingers crossed not the end for this crime family) and truly the one we have been waiting for. Even if you have not read the other books in the series ( although I recommend that you do) the author blends enough of the previous stories to make you understand. There is a lot of action within the Fraser syndicate but the gentleness of Aurelia and Ryan balances the madness of this crime family making it a soft mafia romance with a sprinkling of the grittiness one can expect by the author. If this is your first forage into mafia romance it’s a gentle way to wade in. My only complaint is Aurelia is not quite as strong as some of the other female leads, but that seems to be what Ryan needs. Still 4 stars must read. I voluntarily read and reviewed an arc copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own
July 21, 2022
Oh my god I seriously loved this book. I have read all the Fraser crime syndicate books and was really looking forward to Aurelia’s book. Would it be like the previous books? Would her parents get their own way again and make her life hell? Would her brothers come to the rescue? Well I now know the answer to all these questions and I can honestly say that this book is brilliant. It has plenty of surprises and twists to keep you hooked. I read it in one go, I wasn’t able to put my kindle down. Hence the reason I’m writing this review at 2.44 am!
All I can say is if you have read the previous books then you absolutely have to read this book!
If you haven’t read them but like mafia books with as much brilliant story as red hot steamy scenes then you absolutely have to read all these books. You won’t regret it.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
All I can say is if you have read the previous books then you absolutely have to read this book!
If you haven’t read them but like mafia books with as much brilliant story as red hot steamy scenes then you absolutely have to read all these books. You won’t regret it.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
July 21, 2022
The Princess and Her Knight in Shining Armor
I have loved this author’s work and this book was no different. Aurelia/Lia is truly loved by her brothers and they will do anything to protect her from her parents. In order to stay in good with the Fraser Crime Syndicate her mother wants her married off to someone who will help the Family even if it is to the detriment of Lia. At nineteen she knows she doesn’t want to be married off to some man that her mother wants.
Her brothers are trying to protect her from her mother and Ryan is now Lia’s bodyguard. Now these two will have to fight the attraction they have for one. Ryan has a job to protect her even to the point of laying down his life for her. The chemistry between these two are sizzling and the drama in their story is spellbinding.
I have loved this author’s work and this book was no different. Aurelia/Lia is truly loved by her brothers and they will do anything to protect her from her parents. In order to stay in good with the Fraser Crime Syndicate her mother wants her married off to someone who will help the Family even if it is to the detriment of Lia. At nineteen she knows she doesn’t want to be married off to some man that her mother wants.
Her brothers are trying to protect her from her mother and Ryan is now Lia’s bodyguard. Now these two will have to fight the attraction they have for one. Ryan has a job to protect her even to the point of laying down his life for her. The chemistry between these two are sizzling and the drama in their story is spellbinding.
July 21, 2022
Aurelia is the youngest, the only daughter of the Fraser children and the last to be married off by her parents by Charlotte and Anthony Fraser. Aurelia has other plans and neither her or her brothers are not going to stand by and let her be a pawn in their parents ongoing quest for power.
Ryan is assigned to protect her, the attraction was there before, now that they have been thrown together it is off the charts.
I loved Aurelia and Ryan together, the brothers were great how they took care of business. My only negative was the ending and how things happened with the parents it seemed too easy and who was the driver- I don’t like loose ends.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Ryan is assigned to protect her, the attraction was there before, now that they have been thrown together it is off the charts.
I loved Aurelia and Ryan together, the brothers were great how they took care of business. My only negative was the ending and how things happened with the parents it seemed too easy and who was the driver- I don’t like loose ends.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
July 25, 2022
WOW! This was an extremely fast paced, suspenseful and action-packed story that had me gripping my kindle tightly, biting my nails with anticipation and crossing my fingers that things would work out in the end.
Aurelia may be young, innocent, and slightly naive, but she sure has some lady balls going head-to-head with her nasty parents and her fierce brothers. Ryan is the breath of fresh air that she needs and wants in her life. I love the sweet way that these two just gravitate towards each other and I loved watching their love blossom even with danger lurking in every corner. Their connection was undeniable, and their chemistry was insane!
Another amazing, well written, suspenseful story. I love this series and I am definitely not ready for it to end just yet!
Aurelia may be young, innocent, and slightly naive, but she sure has some lady balls going head-to-head with her nasty parents and her fierce brothers. Ryan is the breath of fresh air that she needs and wants in her life. I love the sweet way that these two just gravitate towards each other and I loved watching their love blossom even with danger lurking in every corner. Their connection was undeniable, and their chemistry was insane!
Another amazing, well written, suspenseful story. I love this series and I am definitely not ready for it to end just yet!
July 20, 2022
I so love this series and catching up with the other Characters ,Aurelia has been made to go to a party her Parents want her to be there but what Aurelia does not know is that her mum and dad Charlotte and Anthony want her married to Lord Huntsville to give them more power within the syndicate ,Aurelia is scared as they lock her within the room her bodyguard Graham is on the other side trying to get in she manages to get to an exit and runs barefooted to her brother s Luke Penthouse , the brothers are so mad as they warned there parents she was not to marry who she did not want to. Zeke gets his bodyguard Ryan to protect her but what the brothers do not know is there is a Attraction Between Aurelia and Ryan , will Aurelia escape her mother s control and will there be a happy ending ?, i so cant wait for another book in this series so good
July 21, 2022
A Forbidden Love (Book 3 of Fraser Crime Syndicate) by Jessica Ames. Intense and dark drama with strong and determined characters brought out the best in this story for me. My heart went out to Aurelia and later to Ryan (took him a minute to grow on me). Together, these two have a bumpy road ahead of their bliss and happiness. Is it worth the risk? YES! Story is full of twists and surprises that kept me entertained. I recommend this to others looking for something dark and depraved. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
July 22, 2022
Thank you so much Next Step PR for sending me a copy of A Forbidden Love.
I had such a fun time reading this book. I've been really struggling to find a book that really engaged me. And this was the perfect book to shake me out of my slump. I didn't realise that it was a third book in a series, but thankfully it works completely as a stand-alone as each book is centred around a different relationship.
I loved Lia, she was such a breath of fresh air and I loved how fiery she is. I also had such fun watching her relationship with Ryan growing.
The spice was also top tier 10 out of 10!
I had such a fun time reading this book. I've been really struggling to find a book that really engaged me. And this was the perfect book to shake me out of my slump. I didn't realise that it was a third book in a series, but thankfully it works completely as a stand-alone as each book is centred around a different relationship.
I loved Lia, she was such a breath of fresh air and I loved how fiery she is. I also had such fun watching her relationship with Ryan growing.
The spice was also top tier 10 out of 10!
July 19, 2022
The Frazer family at it's best. Aurelia, the protected sister, is being manipulated by her mother Charlotte into an arranged marriage. She arranged the marriage of her three sons but this time, her daughter is tired of being controlled and begins to challenge it all. Ryan is assigned to be her bodyguard and protector. The forbidden love begins between them and the brothers are not going to take it well, but it is her choice. It is also the catalyst for the takeout of their parents and the beginning of the Frazer family rising with a new leader and becoming stronger.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
July 20, 2022
I truly enjoyed Aurelia's story. Her and Ryan are such a fantastic couple. Talking about parents from hell, they definitely are. Aurelia's brothers are very very protective of her, they will do anything to keep her safe. Ryan is Aurelia's bodyguard but he is far more than that to her. They both have feelings for one another but will her brothers allow this relationship to continue. They have to find a way to protect Aurelia but also give her the freedom she desires and deserves. I am so glad they got their hea. I love this book and this series is fantastic. Highly recommend this series.
July 20, 2022
A daughter whose parents are part of the form and trying to marry her to an d man and she doesn’t want to marry and then she discovered her mom planned to have her kidnapped so her brothers had a bodyguard watcher and we get to experience the moment they fall in love but her parents will stop at nothing to get her married to the man of their choice and her his book was intense and goes down to the very end to get the answers of whether she can be with the man that she truly loves.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
July 22, 2022
This was book #3 in the Fraser crime syndicate series and this was book was an amazing read!! Aurelia who is the youngest and only girl is being forced to marry an old Lord until she runs away and hides out with her 3 older brothers. Ryan who is her brothers bodyguard is sent to protect her but a lot more happens than him protecting her! Such a great read!!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
July 21, 2022
Aurelia is the baby of the family, and her mother is trying to marry her off to someone she doesn't love. She is secretly into her brother's bodyguard and when there is an attempt on her life, she is swept way with the bodyguard for safety. This forbidden romance is filled with action packed drama that keeps you glued to the pages.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
July 22, 2022
The final Fraser novel will hit you hard. There is so much going on, yet Ryan and Lia still get a steamy and sweet story. I loved the ending as well as the glimpses into the previous characters' lives. Everything ties up well in a fast paced read.
July 15, 2022
This is my first time reading from this author. I haven't read any of the previous books in this series, but I was pleasantly surprised at being able to follow along this story without interruption or confusion. Aurelia the innocent youngest child of her ruthless and calous parents who want to marry her off to a grampa Lord, to further secure that power status. Thankfully that plan folds, and she is then forced into close proximity with Ryan. The H and h have liked each other, and finally decides to explore their attraction admist all the craziness happening between her family members. Aurelia and Ryan had great chemistry and definitely gave me the feels. This was an enjoyable read, and now I'm curious about her brothers stories, especially Kane.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
July 17, 2022
This chapter was really intense. She made the right choice, and that is what it's all about, making a choice, not being told what to do. "Buckle up." It certainly is going to be a bumpy ride, and what a ride it was. I absolutely loved the brothers confrontation scene and especially when Ryan disarmed one of the Fraser's. "We are family." Love this series. Highly recommend this read for the intensity and the love of two people taking a chance on either other and winning in the long run.
I voluntarily reviewed this book.
I voluntarily reviewed this book.
July 20, 2022
I found this book to be a very good read.
The story was well written and had me hooked
from page one.
Intense chemistry between the characters.
I would recommend this book to others.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
The story was well written and had me hooked
from page one.
Intense chemistry between the characters.
I would recommend this book to others.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
July 8, 2022
I love this one! But... it has everything we expect in a Mafia romance read, so read forwarned. Triggers for some.
All of the Fraser men are ruthless, dangerous and cunning. In contrast, Aurelia has never been anything more than a pawn in this world. I enjoyed seeing these men care for, and protect the women they love, by any means necessary.
I strongly suggest (if you haven't read books 1 & 2 in this series) knowing Zeke's story first - in the Untamed Sons series: Bailey - then reading the first two of this series, is the way to avoid spoilers and have the best reading experience. IMHO.
As with most end of a series book, there is no shortage of drama and things that needed a conclusion. I was happy that Ryan and Lia found themselves together. Their chemistry was quite steamy. The HEA sweet.
There are parts of the story that were expected, but I enjoyed the way it worked out for these characters. The pages turned themselves and I was at the end of this book too quickly. This author consistently provides engaging and entertaining stories that are easy to enjoy. These characters stay with you long after the read is over.
I recommend this author, book, and series.
Booksprout provided my free ARC, and I voluntarily leave my review.
All of the Fraser men are ruthless, dangerous and cunning. In contrast, Aurelia has never been anything more than a pawn in this world. I enjoyed seeing these men care for, and protect the women they love, by any means necessary.
I strongly suggest (if you haven't read books 1 & 2 in this series) knowing Zeke's story first - in the Untamed Sons series: Bailey - then reading the first two of this series, is the way to avoid spoilers and have the best reading experience. IMHO.
As with most end of a series book, there is no shortage of drama and things that needed a conclusion. I was happy that Ryan and Lia found themselves together. Their chemistry was quite steamy. The HEA sweet.
There are parts of the story that were expected, but I enjoyed the way it worked out for these characters. The pages turned themselves and I was at the end of this book too quickly. This author consistently provides engaging and entertaining stories that are easy to enjoy. These characters stay with you long after the read is over.
I recommend this author, book, and series.
Booksprout provided my free ARC, and I voluntarily leave my review.
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