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*Sequel to Mafia's Woman!* Ermanno- He'd been naive. He'd fallen for a woman even while knowing the stakes. Even while knowing that love was more dangerous than the jobs he performed. He'd been foolish. And she broke him. He promised he would never let another woman hold power over his heart. Women were too dangerous, and loving them came with loosing a part of yourself. He wouldn't allow that to happen again. Ansley- She was on the run. Running from her past. Running from a life full of hatred and abuse. Running toward a better future for her and the baby she hadn't birthed yet. She intended to achieve that dream, to give her unborn baby the best life she could and to protect them from all of the things they'd left behind. Only one thing stands in the way of her happily ever after, her husband. **** "Ermanno," I said. "Yes, Fiore?" His voice was husky and full of promise. "Will you touch me?" My face was blazing as I posed the question, but I'd never meant something more. I needed to feel him. There was a fire burning inside me that on my he could extinguish. Well, I doubted he could extinguish it. The opposite actually, only make the flames burn hotter.

Elena Romano, a fierce and unyielding lawyer, becomes the only person who can keep Tristan Valenti, a notorious and untouchable mafia kingpin, out of prison. But as she's drawn deeper into his dangerous world, she discovers that the battle isn't just about saving him from the law-it's about saving him from himself. Yet in breaking every rule she's sworn to uphold, Elena risks losing more than her morals-she risks losing her heart to the man who might be beyond redemption. Melancholy - a bittersweet ache that lingers in the soul, like the taste of wine that's both bitter and intoxicating. It's the quiet storm of longing and loss, woven with moments of beauty so fleeting they hurt. Just like what Elena and Tristan want-something so consuming, it borders on destruction. Their love is jagged yet tender, a sanctuary wrapped in shadows where passion wars with despair. It's the sharp edges of love, the bruises of trust, and the haunting allure of wanting what might ruin you, yet never being able to let it go.

Luca's husky voice brushed against Sienna's ear as he tightened his grip around her throat. "I let you off once for slapping me," he murmured, a dangerous edge in his tone. "But the next time you try that shit, I'll bend you over my knee and spank you so hard you won't be able to sit for a week." A gasp escaped her lips, his threat sending a tingle down her spine and an ache to her core, she clenches her legs .His low chuckle suggested he knew the effect his words had. "But something tells me you might just enjoy that, gattina," he whispered, his breath igniting a fire within her. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ "In the heart of Los Angeles, Luca Catteneo reigns as the formidable leader of the city's most powerful mafia family. His name carries weight, striking fear into the hearts of those who dare to cross his path. A man of ruthless ambition, Luca's connections reach into every corner of society, from politicians to law enforcement, making him untouchable. But beneath the cold exterior lies a turbulent past. Forced to abandon his college dreams and his best friend's sister, Sienna, Luca left Chicago without a trace. 6 Years later, Sienna finds herself in LA, starting anew as a nurse in a local hospital. The wounds of betrayal and heartbreak still fresh, she's determined to build a life of her own. Fate has other plans when Sienna crosses paths with Luca at one of his exclusive clubs. Sparks ignite, and old wounds resurface as she confronts the man who shattered her heart. A fiery confrontation erupts into a battle of wills, with Luca determined to claim what he believes is rightfully his. As passion and danger collide, Luca's possessive nature and Sienna's undeniable attraction threaten to consume them both. In a world where power, loyalty, and desire entwine, will they succumb to the force of their shared history, or will their explosive chemistry only lead to further destruction?"

Raven Rodriguez has grown up a normal life with the future of the mafia looming over her back. A new guy moves to her school and seems to make it his mission to torment her. Raven has no clue why, at first she hated it, she hated him, but then she realised that something else was between them. A strong desire for one another. When Raven discovers Hunters biggest secret, the door is opened into the world of Mafia far sooner than she had planned. What happens in this exciting, thrilling, sexy world of the mafia as a young women, just trying to survive, just trying to find out who she is. ----- Chapter 1: I turned to go sit down when I caught someone watching from the corner of my eye. He was staring at me with an expression of pure hatred. I stared back. I must admit, even with such a nasty look on his face, he was rather attractive. His powerful arms were crossed, the unzipped leather jacket tight around the biceps. I could just make out dark tattoos poking out of the white collar of his uniform, brushing against his sharp jawline. His dark brown hair, do dark it was nearly black, looked as if he had sat in front of the mirror styling it, or perhaps he had just got out of bed. Still, as I turned to sit, I couldn't help but feel as if those deep, storm blue eyes were still watching me, burning a hole in my back. I didn't know his name, but the look he gave me made me feel as if he knew everything, and I mean everything about me. Word count: 90,000 warnings: mature themes and violence

In the small Island of Sicily, on the west coast of Italy; the rivalry of the mafia ruled over Sicily for many years since the 19th century, till present day. Many Mafia has now ceased from the uprising and cutdown of mafia over the century, however the government itself is now swarming with a one particular mafia which is ruled, oddly, by a women. The mafia has control over most of the banking and large tech companies in the country, as well as parts of government roles. This women is highly respected, and also feared. Many whom have challenged this predator usually ends with a bullet in the skull of some sort... However her work is pulled into a confusion for Lauren Spencer, an undercover federal agent, cooperating with the Italian police force on the recent crimes in Sicily. However, her curiosity got the better of her as she tracked too deep into the corners and streets of the city of Palermo. Both their lives will forever change. -- "My apologies about your awful hospitality, however, bella, we must take precautions with you" The women spoke, her eyes peering into my own. "Why- who gives you the right to steal someone off the streets-" I was paused mid sentence as the stranger stepped forward and dug her black heels into the bridge of my foot, making me groan out in agony, my adrenaline spiking. Her hand forcing into my hair. "Your curiosity got the better of you, you're in my territory now. Not to mention a pain in my backside. Now mi amore, keep your whines down and take what I give you. And trust me, this is just a light punishment." -- THIS BOOK CONTAINS THE TRADE OF ILLEGAL SUBSTANCES AS WELL AS SEVERE SEXUAL CONTENT PLEASE DO NOT READ IF YOU ARE UNDER THE AGE OF 16 all rights reserved.

Two people born into the same style of life find each other at their worst. Selena and Luca try to deny their feelings for each other but the pressure of their parents marriage arrangement pulls them together and ties them to each other for life. Selena being as stubborn and strong minded as she is continues to fight off the marriage but can't deny the feelings that she is starting to feel for this man she only just met. Not being able to shake the way his gaze makes chills shoot down her spine or the way his touch makes her breath hitch she begins to give in but not without a good fight. Luca sees this beautiful girl with a kind warm heart that makes him want to be better but as he gets to know her and her background a little more he finds out one of her biggest secrets and tries to use it to his advantage. Not wanting to fall for her he tries to distance himself but can't help the curiosity bubbling up inside him. He eventually lets his guard down but this costs both of them a grave loss. Leaving them both with only one question...WHY ME?

"Remember how wet you were when you decide to start avoiding me again. Remember how you came all over me. Remember how you felt in this exact moment because I know you'll deny it." - She knew falling in love with him was wrong. She still fell anyway. Now she will have to live with the debt of temptation - When Poppy witnesses a robbery gone wrong and gives evidence to the police to catch the perpetrators, she finds herself in witness protection after discovering the criminals are part of a dangerous gang. But when her witness protection comes to an end, she is soon captured by the gang leader and told she'll give eight years of her life for the man who was sentenced to prison for the same amount of time. Poppy is forced to work for the spiteful leader, Rexx, who uses her natural beauty to swindle valuable information from wealthy men for his own benefit. She's been counting down the seconds until her freedom. When she stumbles across Gabriel Dalton, the underboss to the mafia, he's charming, attractive and tempting. Poppy expects him to be like the rest, only ever after one thing. But that's when Gabriel proves her wrong. After Rexx discovers her acquaintance with Gabriel, he demands that she spies on him to get information about his family and business. Reluctantly she wants to say no, but she has no choice. If she fights it, she'll get hurt-or worse. As Poppy becomes closer to Gabriel, she doesn't expect to fall for him. And little does he know, she's been lying to him this whole time. There is only one thing Gabriel absolutely despises and that is heartless backstabbers. Tropes: - mafia romance - forced proximity - who did this to you? - angst/betrayal - dual POV - spice with some kinks 18+

When you're trapped between a crooked cop and the leader of a powerful mafia family, sometimes the only way to get yourself out is to dive back in. Sadie Sorento thinks she's left the mafia life behind. But when she finds herself in hot water with the police, she is offered a choice: go back to where she came from and spy on Brandon Avenetti, feared mafia leader and her ex-boyfriend, or her brother goes to jail. Returning to her old world of drugs, violence, and a ruthlessly attractive former lover proves more complicated than she'd ever imagined, however, and the passion Sadie and Brandon had both thought was dead in the water proves to be as dangerously intense as the cop hunting them. Now, Sadie and Brandon will have to play dirty if they're going to take down a man hell-bent on destroying them both; because if they don't, their families, their relationship, and their very lives will be on the line.

Being the daughter of the most Dangerous Mafia in the world has its ups and down. What more could you possibly want? Could it be... Being the next victim in everyone's hitlist? Having to look over your shoulder 24/7? Or giving up your life to join the Mafia life? She was deadly, dangerous and seductive. She could bring anyone to their knees in a matter of seconds. Train since birth, she was the most feared assassin. She has completed deadly missions throughout her life, and she doesn't play around. Everything was perfect until an unknown Mafia leader decides to target Mia. Mia soon realises that not everyone has a cold hearted, yet just a facade to protect themselves from the world. Sometimes the person you least expect stabs you right in the back. Do you kill, like the most deadly assassin you are? Or do you forgive? ⚠️Mature content⚠️ *** Continuing story from my old account 'xoGlossyx'

When mafia princess Sutton is finally reunited with Nicolai Marković, the best friend she never thought she'd see again, everything comes crashing down around them when she's forced into a marriage with a man she isn't in love with. Will they find a way to defeat the Ring, or will she be trapped in the cycle she's been trying to escape for the rest of her life? Season 2 of the His Duology *** Mafia princess Sutton has always wanted freedom. Freedom to choose her own life and claim her happily-ever-after with her best friend, Nicolai. But being a mafia princess means sacrifice. Torn between loyalty to her family and her love for Nicolai, Sutton becomes trapped in an arranged marriage to save her father. Nicolai wants Sutton to be happy, even if it means without him. Heartbroken at losing his true love, Nicolai struggles to move on. But after he learns that Sutton's soon-to-be husband doesn't have her best interests in mind, and something dangerous is brewing, he knows he must protect Sutton before everything comes crashing down around her. As Sutton and Nicolai meet up for risky rendezvous and the wedding nears, Nicolai fights to unravel the tangled web of lies and get Sutton back in his arms. Will Nicolai defeat the mafia, or will they be trapped forever? This time, Sutton's not his to steal, but his to keep. WARNING: This story contains content that depicts violence and mentions of drugs, sexual harassment, profanity, abuse, and strong language that may be upsetting for some readers. Reader discretion is advised.