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kymagirl's review
5.0
Raul (H) convinces mob boss Santo that Allegra, Santo’s younger sister, needs to be protected in a safe house when there’s a bit out on her and other Family members. Allegra us upset to be away from her brother at Christmastime, especially with the man who turned her down years before. She comes to realize that Raul is not immune to her, and sets about changing things between them, even if it will incur her brother’s wrath. When the threat materializes, Raul will protect what’s his. Sweet mafia Christmastime romance with a side of heat. Lovely second book in The Very Merry Mob series – best read books in series order to get the most out of returning characters and the overarching storyline. Can’t wait for Diego’s story!
truden's review
4.0
A cute, short story with low angst and lots of pining and an overprotective mob boss brother. I liked that Raul went against his boss at last. Allegra and Raul were cute together. I wish we got to know how long they pined for eachother though. And how old they actually were.
mssarahbni's review
5.0
This was a great mafia romance. The story had a nice pace and a good build up of the romance. In the beginning there was a lot of tension between Raul and Allegra and it translated into great chemistry. I really enjoyed reading this story and I can’t wait to read the next book in the series.
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.
nxtaliiaa's review
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
raul & allegra
theravenqueen's review
5.0
I’m kinda glad Christmas is kind of in the background so I can keep reading the series. I already love these characters
vik_readsalot's review
adventurous
dark
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
bixchestalkbooks's review
5.0
Cassie Mint does it again. This was yet another cute (awkward to say when talking about the mob) Christmas story within the Di Rossi crime syndicate. This time we follow Santo's sister Allegra and Dr. Raul Ossani on their journey to finally find one another.
I really enjoyed that this story played on a lot of the history between these two main characters- they weren't just strangers who happened to meet due to unforeseen circumstances. They were actual people who have known each other for a fairly long period of time and who have had feelings for each other in the past that have not necessarily disappeared due to rejection at the time.
While this book did have spice (and boy did it have spice when we finally go there. There is nothing better than a dirty talking doctor), I liked that it was not the main focal point (not sure who I am currently while typing this because I do love me some spice- the spicier the better!), it really wasn't a focal point of the story. The story focused more on the two main characters and the threat that the faced as well as some slight betrayal and hurt feelings among all of the characters. There was also some violence when everything comes to a head so if that triggers you, it may not be the best book to read (it is quick and pretty non descript violence, but it is still there).
Certainly a short holiday novella that you should add to your TBR if mafia reads are you thing
I really enjoyed that this story played on a lot of the history between these two main characters- they weren't just strangers who happened to meet due to unforeseen circumstances. They were actual people who have known each other for a fairly long period of time and who have had feelings for each other in the past that have not necessarily disappeared due to rejection at the time.
While this book did have spice (and boy did it have spice when we finally go there. There is nothing better than a dirty talking doctor), I liked that it was not the main focal point (not sure who I am currently while typing this because I do love me some spice- the spicier the better!), it really wasn't a focal point of the story. The story focused more on the two main characters and the threat that the faced as well as some slight betrayal and hurt feelings among all of the characters. There was also some violence when everything comes to a head so if that triggers you, it may not be the best book to read (it is quick and pretty non descript violence, but it is still there).
Certainly a short holiday novella that you should add to your TBR if mafia reads are you thing
bergha1998's review
dark
fast-paced
3.5
With a hit out on the group, Raul brings Allegra to a safe house. Allegra tries to seduce the quiet doctor, but he’s been seduced for a long time. Only worry is her brother the mob boss.
juliaaa_99's review
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0