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3.97 AVERAGE
3.97 AVERAGE
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
dark
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Whew this was a very anticipated release for me and it did not let me down one bit.
The moment we met Gia in her sisters story I knew this woman would be a bad ass and that she fucking was. Getting to read this story was very exciting watching Enzo redeem himself as the villain in the previous stories. Y’all know I’m a sucker for the morally grey alpha male but Enzo was just so easy to love not to mention he has the single dad thing going on for him.
The power dynamics and push and pull between these two was addicting. Their banter was hilarious and the sexual tension was STRONG. I sat down and read this in one sitting and enjoyed every bit of the ride. The relationship on the emotional side was a bit of a slow burn but the sexual tension broke very fast so who am I to complain.
Also can we talk about the fact that Gia has her kewchie pierced? Can I get more of that please? Also the spice and dirty talk in here was at a higher level than books 1 & 2 and I really don’t know how she managed to top that. I’m so excited to get to the next book I know my heart might just burst then.
I know I know y’all want to know did Gia & Enzo beat Fausto & Frankie and my answer is this: they are in two different lanes with two different dynamics so I can’t compare the two. You’ll feel something from both couples. If you’re contemplating reading this series please just read it!
The moment we met Gia in her sisters story I knew this woman would be a bad ass and that she fucking was. Getting to read this story was very exciting watching Enzo redeem himself as the villain in the previous stories. Y’all know I’m a sucker for the morally grey alpha male but Enzo was just so easy to love not to mention he has the single dad thing going on for him.
The power dynamics and push and pull between these two was addicting. Their banter was hilarious and the sexual tension was STRONG. I sat down and read this in one sitting and enjoyed every bit of the ride. The relationship on the emotional side was a bit of a slow burn but the sexual tension broke very fast so who am I to complain.
Also can we talk about the fact that Gia has her kewchie pierced? Can I get more of that please? Also the spice and dirty talk in here was at a higher level than books 1 & 2 and I really don’t know how she managed to top that. I’m so excited to get to the next book I know my heart might just burst then.
I know I know y’all want to know did Gia & Enzo beat Fausto & Frankie and my answer is this: they are in two different lanes with two different dynamics so I can’t compare the two. You’ll feel something from both couples. If you’re contemplating reading this series please just read it!
challenging
dark
emotional
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
“What I feel for you is so twisted and mangled, like I don’t know where I end and you begin.”
This was a decent read. I'I be waiting for
the 5th installment in this series.
the 5th installment in this series.
Mila Finelli is the new queen of dark mafia romance- and I am ADDICTED to this series! The alpha anti-heroes, the mafia dangers, the sassy heroines, the dirty talk and STEAM and all that angsty chemistry. I just can't get enough. Mafia Madman held me completely captive- the pages radiating heat and tension. It’s seductive, its intense, it’s DELICIOUS. Enzo was everything I wanted- and then some more. I’m a goner for this series, this man, this love story.
Mila had me nervou though. Overly obstinate, spitfire just to be spitfire heroines are not my jam- and I just knew that Gia would be MORE than a handful as a heroine. And Enzo- well he’s the villain. Sure, I had some empathy for him in book 2 as he was tortured and humliated, but his enemies were my dearest couple, and Enzo had been very naughty trying to take on my daddy Fausto. But there was a real spark of humanity that mattered- Mila intentionally giving us a glimpse into him to warm us to him as a leading man. But still, could I root for and adore this man? Especially when the romantic element in this story was shaping up to be a bit darker than the one before?
But Mila did. Oh lordy did she do it. Somehow Enzo stole my whole heart, perhaps even more than Fausto- GASP, I know. But this man is complicated and ruthless and broken and vulnerable and twisted and heart touching all at once. He’s the perfect anti-hero- the broken villain with the right dash of charm and swoon. I’m ashamed to admit how quickly I was lusting after him- even when he’s cruel and deplorable. The very not sexy kind of kidnapping treatment. His plans for Gianna do not earn him any points, but Il Pazzo emerges- and his irresistible chemistry with Gia literally steams off the page.
And Gia, well Mila gives her more substance than the one dimensional spitfire heroine we sometimes get in mafia stories. Oh she’s stubborn, willful, a fighter true and true who doesn’t know when to keep her mouth closed. BUT, she’s also cunning, clever, compassionate and caring. She’s got layers and dynamics that make her interesting as a heroine, a balance of strength and softness, of emotive expression and stoic resolve. I found myself connected to her in ways I hadn’t anticipated, even if her temper rivals Enzo’s.
A palpable pull, an intense energy evolves, and soon begrudging respect rises between them. And the respect evolves into a hesitant friendship of sorts- certainly not one equal in power, but something gentle. Gia learns that the savage mafia madman has a big guarded heart that beats for a precious few- and that his transgressions against Fausto may be a matter of perspective. And, this obstinate girl learns she likes to submit, be a little bit degraded, when it’s in the arms of a man worthy of her, that she loves. And her submission as much as her fire melt the walls around Enzo’s heart. But there are SO many obstacles between them, including a few twists and unexpected moments.
AND THE SPICE. I was all clean-up-on-aisle-my-panties over the prior books, but this one was somehow even steamier, a bit kinkier too since our dark, mysterious mafia man likes to bring a little of the dark edge into his bedroom play with his captive. And Enzo’s dirty mouth- PHEW. But he’s also got a tender heart that has me swooning- this man melts hearts and panties, and what a triumph! Mila took a character I didn’t even know if I could root for and now i’m desperate for more moments in his mind.
We get to check-in with some of our favorites along the way- and meet some great new characters I hope we see again. I was surprised to see what story we’re getting next- and I can’t wait to see where Mila takes it. But, even more so, I’m so excited to see the most delicate and sweet sister’s story- I can not wait to see who Mila pairs her with and who just will dirty her up. LOVE LOVE this series- I’m a total ho for Mila’s mafia men.
Mila had me nervou though. Overly obstinate, spitfire just to be spitfire heroines are not my jam- and I just knew that Gia would be MORE than a handful as a heroine. And Enzo- well he’s the villain. Sure, I had some empathy for him in book 2 as he was tortured and humliated, but his enemies were my dearest couple, and Enzo had been very naughty trying to take on my daddy Fausto. But there was a real spark of humanity that mattered- Mila intentionally giving us a glimpse into him to warm us to him as a leading man. But still, could I root for and adore this man? Especially when the romantic element in this story was shaping up to be a bit darker than the one before?
But Mila did. Oh lordy did she do it. Somehow Enzo stole my whole heart, perhaps even more than Fausto- GASP, I know. But this man is complicated and ruthless and broken and vulnerable and twisted and heart touching all at once. He’s the perfect anti-hero- the broken villain with the right dash of charm and swoon. I’m ashamed to admit how quickly I was lusting after him- even when he’s cruel and deplorable. The very not sexy kind of kidnapping treatment. His plans for Gianna do not earn him any points, but Il Pazzo emerges- and his irresistible chemistry with Gia literally steams off the page.
And Gia, well Mila gives her more substance than the one dimensional spitfire heroine we sometimes get in mafia stories. Oh she’s stubborn, willful, a fighter true and true who doesn’t know when to keep her mouth closed. BUT, she’s also cunning, clever, compassionate and caring. She’s got layers and dynamics that make her interesting as a heroine, a balance of strength and softness, of emotive expression and stoic resolve. I found myself connected to her in ways I hadn’t anticipated, even if her temper rivals Enzo’s.
A palpable pull, an intense energy evolves, and soon begrudging respect rises between them. And the respect evolves into a hesitant friendship of sorts- certainly not one equal in power, but something gentle. Gia learns that the savage mafia madman has a big guarded heart that beats for a precious few- and that his transgressions against Fausto may be a matter of perspective. And, this obstinate girl learns she likes to submit, be a little bit degraded, when it’s in the arms of a man worthy of her, that she loves. And her submission as much as her fire melt the walls around Enzo’s heart. But there are SO many obstacles between them, including a few twists and unexpected moments.
AND THE SPICE. I was all clean-up-on-aisle-my-panties over the prior books, but this one was somehow even steamier, a bit kinkier too since our dark, mysterious mafia man likes to bring a little of the dark edge into his bedroom play with his captive. And Enzo’s dirty mouth- PHEW. But he’s also got a tender heart that has me swooning- this man melts hearts and panties, and what a triumph! Mila took a character I didn’t even know if I could root for and now i’m desperate for more moments in his mind.
We get to check-in with some of our favorites along the way- and meet some great new characters I hope we see again. I was surprised to see what story we’re getting next- and I can’t wait to see where Mila takes it. But, even more so, I’m so excited to see the most delicate and sweet sister’s story- I can not wait to see who Mila pairs her with and who just will dirty her up. LOVE LOVE this series- I’m a total ho for Mila’s mafia men.