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tj_darkreads's review
5.0
I loved this story from Rachel another 5 star read. I knew when I read the blurb I couldn't wait to read it and it did not disappoint in the least. I love Rachels sense of humor in this story between the cousins they had me laughing at some of their stunts. Tank has been working with the 5 families for 2 years since he's 1/2 mafia while also being undercover for the FBI he's been walking a thin line between the 2 not knowing which one he'll choose until he meets Kartini and he realizes he's known all along his chose. This was so good I'd definitely recommend it.
kelly_reads_books's review
5.0
I have not read any other books in this series, and was worried that I would not be able to follow the story but Rachel Van Dyken did an awesome job of making this story enjoyable without any of the background. She did such a wonderful job, now I want to start the series.
Tank is straddling a line between good and bad, FBI and Mafia, but he has to make a choice. But now he is tasked with the babysitting duty of Tiny, and she makes his job very difficult until they come to a mutual understanding!
Mafia King was a quick, fast paced, hot read that kept me glued to its pages from the very start.
Tank is straddling a line between good and bad, FBI and Mafia, but he has to make a choice. But now he is tasked with the babysitting duty of Tiny, and she makes his job very difficult until they come to a mutual understanding!
Mafia King was a quick, fast paced, hot read that kept me glued to its pages from the very start.
beckyrendon's review against another edition
5.0
Tiny, like Kartini, but packs a punch
I was almost annoyed (bear with me) that Kartini was only getting a novella. It's just that I'm greedy, needy, and in my mind it meant she wasn't getting a "big story."
But just like Kartini, Mafia King, is little but mighty. RVD brought us a full story in a tiny package.
For Mafia Royals fans, its a just another glimpse at everyone we love. For newbies, it's a chance to get your feet wet and feel the pull of the Five Families.
Blood in, no out.
I was almost annoyed (bear with me) that Kartini was only getting a novella. It's just that I'm greedy, needy, and in my mind it meant she wasn't getting a "big story."
But just like Kartini, Mafia King, is little but mighty. RVD brought us a full story in a tiny package.
For Mafia Royals fans, its a just another glimpse at everyone we love. For newbies, it's a chance to get your feet wet and feel the pull of the Five Families.
Blood in, no out.
bookboyfriendandhusbandmake3's review against another edition
5.0
There is no greater feeling than with only a few words being transported from reality into a fictional world that is so illustratively written that the author makes you feel as though you’re a part of this magical world she created because as they say in the mafia, blood in, no out, and that same sentiment applies to those of us who have been enraptured by this series.
Kartini, known as Tiny, and while she may be small in stature, on the outside she’s a wrecking ball of sassy and rebellious, and all of that makes the perfect mask for obscuring the parts of her that she’s not willing to let others see.
Tank, oh my starry days, this man, he’s growly, irritated, and a blend of deviant and sweet like only a mafia man can be because it’s not “normal” sweet, it’s mafia sweet.
Tank and Tiny’s chemistry is off the charts before they even lay a finger on one another, but add in some uneven ground and an offered arm, and 2 souls begin to intertwine forming an inextinguishable soul-searing connection.
Tank and Tiny are in a battle of wits, and push one another’s buttons like it’s their job, and it masterfully feeds the flame between them causing a combustible tension. They are all sorts of witty, flirty, and fiery which was as hot as it was amusing.
Mafia King is a novella that delivers soul-searing chemistry, an emotional punch, witty banter, suspense, steam, and 5 mob families that have a way of ensnaring you. Blood in. No out.
Rachel Van Dyken's ability to weave words into an enthralling story is nothing short of wizardly. She ever so eloquently pulls you from reality with a few words and places you directly into the world she’s created, and not once are you released from that world until you’ve finished the very last word.
Kartini, known as Tiny, and while she may be small in stature, on the outside she’s a wrecking ball of sassy and rebellious, and all of that makes the perfect mask for obscuring the parts of her that she’s not willing to let others see.
Tank, oh my starry days, this man, he’s growly, irritated, and a blend of deviant and sweet like only a mafia man can be because it’s not “normal” sweet, it’s mafia sweet.
Tank and Tiny’s chemistry is off the charts before they even lay a finger on one another, but add in some uneven ground and an offered arm, and 2 souls begin to intertwine forming an inextinguishable soul-searing connection.
Tank and Tiny are in a battle of wits, and push one another’s buttons like it’s their job, and it masterfully feeds the flame between them causing a combustible tension. They are all sorts of witty, flirty, and fiery which was as hot as it was amusing.
Mafia King is a novella that delivers soul-searing chemistry, an emotional punch, witty banter, suspense, steam, and 5 mob families that have a way of ensnaring you. Blood in. No out.
Rachel Van Dyken's ability to weave words into an enthralling story is nothing short of wizardly. She ever so eloquently pulls you from reality with a few words and places you directly into the world she’s created, and not once are you released from that world until you’ve finished the very last word.
read_on_reader's review against another edition
5.0
Tank is in a predicament and he must finally choose between his job or the families. With this happening he is also tasked to be a bodyguard to the tempting and crazy Kartini. He knows this will be a very trying task but has no choice in the matter. Kartini is very much a daddy’s girl and seeing her dad is the ruthless Sergio, but one night when she is ultimately humiliated by the other kids, she must do something to survive that makes her a made woman. Things change for Tiny, and she is not the same person anymore and the only thing that gives her any feeling is messing with Tank. The attraction is there but so many stands in the way of what could be. Can Tank get through to Tiny to see what happened to her? Can Tiny ever find her peace? Will Tank choose the family or another way out? This was such a good read with more of the family kids and seeing what lies ahead for them. I can’t wait for more!!! Maksim (sighhhh) his story will be insanely good.
read_on_reader's review
5.0
Tank is in a predicament and he must finally choose between his job or the families. With this happening he is also tasked to be a bodyguard to the tempting and crazy Kartini. He knows this will be a very trying task but has no choice in the matter. Kartini is very much a daddy’s girl and seeing her dad is the ruthless Sergio, but one night when she is ultimately humiliated by the other kids, she must do something to survive that makes her a made woman. Things change for Tiny, and she is not the same person anymore and the only thing that gives her any feeling is messing with Tank. The attraction is there but so many stands in the way of what could be. Can Tank get through to Tiny to see what happened to her? Can Tiny ever find her peace? Will Tank choose the family or another way out? This was such a good read with more of the family kids and seeing what lies ahead for them. I can’t wait for more!!! Maksim (sighhhh) his story will be insanely good.
bookspaced's review against another edition
4.0
Mafia King is another great addition to Rachel van Dykens Mafia Royals series and 1001 Dark Nights.
Tank has been in the family since basically forever. He‘s an undercover FBI agent who was told to befriend the main guys in this series.
Kartini is one of the younger cousins. She has always been one of the shy ones and a daddys girl. But some events made her change.
I really enjoyed Tank and Kartini‘s story. It was an amazing way to start of the younger cousin‘s group in this series. Rachel‘s writing is supbar! Mafia King is a really good novella and it didn‘t lack anything.
4.5⭐️
Tank has been in the family since basically forever. He‘s an undercover FBI agent who was told to befriend the main guys in this series.
Kartini is one of the younger cousins. She has always been one of the shy ones and a daddys girl. But some events made her change.
I really enjoyed Tank and Kartini‘s story. It was an amazing way to start of the younger cousin‘s group in this series. Rachel‘s writing is supbar! Mafia King is a really good novella and it didn‘t lack anything.
4.5⭐️
canadianbookaddict's review against another edition
5.0
I love Rachel Van Dyken's mafia books so as soon as I heard about Mafia King I knew I had to get this novella as soon as it is out.
RVD does not disappoint. I couldn't stop reading this novella. It's HOT and I just couldn't get enough!! I love this book so much and I just can't wait to get my hands on the next book in the series.
If you love angsty, hot, sexy mafia books I think you will love this one.
If you haven't read any of Rachel's Mafia Royals books before you can read this one without having read the previous books. It's part of 1000 Dark Nights novellas and all of those can be read as standalone. It's a great way to find new to you authors.
I give this 5 out of 5.
RVD does not disappoint. I couldn't stop reading this novella. It's HOT and I just couldn't get enough!! I love this book so much and I just can't wait to get my hands on the next book in the series.
If you love angsty, hot, sexy mafia books I think you will love this one.
If you haven't read any of Rachel's Mafia Royals books before you can read this one without having read the previous books. It's part of 1000 Dark Nights novellas and all of those can be read as standalone. It's a great way to find new to you authors.
I give this 5 out of 5.
kfriend's review
4.0
The Mafia Royals series is fast becoming my favorite of RVD’s. The emotional turbulence, the dark and gritty violence, the complex and flawed characters, and this unbreakable and intense family bonded by both blood and honor. I just love this world she’s created- and I have long since been waiting to sink my teeth into Tank and Kartini’s story.
Tank in particular was so entrancing to me- a man with one foot in this unlawful mafia world, and one firmly planted out. But this family demands loyalty- it’s the one law they do live by, and Tank is ready to step across the line in the sand with one crucial task- protecting mafia princess Kartini. A task she doesn’t make easy, and further complicated by the next generation wedding trip.
Truth be told, Rachel’s writing is so immersive and so emotionally complex, I wasn’t sure if she could replicate the emotional fervor, angsty, and tensions with a shorter page count in a novella. Not because she’s not brilliant, but because these stories have unfolded like a fine wine- delicious upon first sip, but increasingly flavourly and complex with every passing sip. But she still captures the magic here- in a way that I think both fans of the series will enjoy but new fans will also find accessible. This is a great taste of the Royal mafia world and its inhabitants, their unique and engaging familial dynamic, and the bold and passionate writing style of RVD.
My only complaint is just that I love them so much, I wanted more. Kartini has so many nuances, and Tank is man that has been living in two worlds, so there is a lot to them. We get their essence here, a scorching chemistry and a strong emotional intimacy, and we get a great window into this world. Rachel, even in a novella, finds a way to so clearly articulate how these two are soul mates, destined to be the perfect match. And I just wanted to spend more time with them- know more of their story, dismantle their hearts (metaphorically of course) a bit more. A great indication of RVD”s character writing- how thirsty she makes me to spend even more time in their heads.
All in all, a beautiful edition of the Royal Mafia’s world, and now I’m even hungrier for the next book in the series!