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A review by bookish_sheila
The Santiago Trilogy: A Dark Mafia Romance by Catherine Wiltcher
5.0
I don’t even know where to start—The Santiago Trilogy blew me away! Catherine Wiltcher created a dark, dangerous, and addictive world that had me hooked from the first page. This trilogy is everything I want in a mafia romance: intensity, passion, twists, and unforgettable characters.
Why I Loved It:
- Dante Santiago: The ultimate anti-hero. Dante is brutal, commanding, and unapologetically ruthless, but his love for Eve adds this vulnerable, deeply emotional side that melted my heart. He’s everything a mafia kingpin should be—terrifying and irresistible.
- Eve Miller: Eve is the perfect balance to Dante’s darkness. She’s strong, compassionate, and doesn’t back down from him. Watching her hold her own in Dante’s world was so satisfying. Together, they’re fiery, raw, and unstoppable.
- The Plot: This series is packed with twists and turns. It’s more than just a love story—it’s a battle for survival, redemption, and justice. Every chapter had me on edge, and the stakes only got higher with each book.
- Emotion and Depth: While it’s dark and gritty, there’s so much emotion woven into the story. Dante and Eve’s relationship is passionate but also layered with pain, healing, and trust.
- Supporting Characters: Joseph Grayson, Rick, Roman—each character brings something unique to the story. I loved how they added depth and intrigue, and I can’t wait to dive into their stories!
- The Writing: Catherine’s writing is stunning. It’s poetic, intense, and paints such vivid pictures. I felt like I was right there, living every moment with these characters.
Favorite Moments:
- The banter and chemistry between Dante and Eve—it’s electric!
- The flashbacks to Dante and Joseph’s history in Afghanistan.
- The final showdown in Hearts on Fire—chaotic, emotional, and absolutely epic.
- The epilogue, which wrapped up their story beautifully but left me wanting more of this world.
Final Thoughts:
The Santiago Trilogy is hands-down one of the best mafia romances I’ve ever read. It’s dark and emotional but also full of heart and hope. Catherine Wiltcher created a masterpiece that will stay with me forever. If you love anti-heroes, fierce heroines, and stories that make your pulse race, this trilogy is a must-read.
Dante and Eve will forever be my king and queen of dark romance.
Why I Loved It:
- Dante Santiago: The ultimate anti-hero. Dante is brutal, commanding, and unapologetically ruthless, but his love for Eve adds this vulnerable, deeply emotional side that melted my heart. He’s everything a mafia kingpin should be—terrifying and irresistible.
- Eve Miller: Eve is the perfect balance to Dante’s darkness. She’s strong, compassionate, and doesn’t back down from him. Watching her hold her own in Dante’s world was so satisfying. Together, they’re fiery, raw, and unstoppable.
- The Plot: This series is packed with twists and turns. It’s more than just a love story—it’s a battle for survival, redemption, and justice. Every chapter had me on edge, and the stakes only got higher with each book.
- Emotion and Depth: While it’s dark and gritty, there’s so much emotion woven into the story. Dante and Eve’s relationship is passionate but also layered with pain, healing, and trust.
- Supporting Characters: Joseph Grayson, Rick, Roman—each character brings something unique to the story. I loved how they added depth and intrigue, and I can’t wait to dive into their stories!
- The Writing: Catherine’s writing is stunning. It’s poetic, intense, and paints such vivid pictures. I felt like I was right there, living every moment with these characters.
Favorite Moments:
- The banter and chemistry between Dante and Eve—it’s electric!
- The flashbacks to Dante and Joseph’s history in Afghanistan.
- The final showdown in Hearts on Fire—chaotic, emotional, and absolutely epic.
- The epilogue, which wrapped up their story beautifully but left me wanting more of this world.
Final Thoughts:
The Santiago Trilogy is hands-down one of the best mafia romances I’ve ever read. It’s dark and emotional but also full of heart and hope. Catherine Wiltcher created a masterpiece that will stay with me forever. If you love anti-heroes, fierce heroines, and stories that make your pulse race, this trilogy is a must-read.
Dante and Eve will forever be my king and queen of dark romance.