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I had one fiery night with a mysterious stranger, and then I was forced to marry him.
The ruthless don is twice my age, dangerous, and oozing power—everything I was taught to avoid.
Yet I can’t forget how his touch set my world on fire.
The next morning, I disappeared. No names, no promises, no looking back… or so I thought.
Months later, fate intervenes.
He stands before me: Ivan Volkov, billionaire and ruthless leader of the Russian Bratva.
This time, it’s no coincidence.
He knows exactly who I am: Lucia Maranzano, mafia princess in hiding.
Now, he’s invoking a deal made with a dead man to force me into marriage.
I should despise him. But my body betrays me,
remembering every forbidden touch, every heated whisper from that one night.
As enemies, we clash. As lovers, we burn.
In the end, there’s no escaping the don—I’ll either surrender to his power or rise as his equal,
bound by these ruthless vows.
<br><br> ASIN : B0DGDWGJ4W <br> Publication date : September 27, 2024 <br> Language : English <br> File size : 1462 KB <br> Simultaneous device usage : Unlimited <br> Text-to-Speech : Enabled <br> Screen Reader : Supported <br> Enhanced typesetting : Enabled <br> X-Ray : Not Enabled <br> Word Wise : Enabled <br> Print length : 218 pages <br>
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J B –
Ruthless Vows
Lucia has her life all planned out. But an altercation with a wealthy client changed all those plans and caused her to lose her job. Following her life and life choices are entertaining.I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
karen –
So worth the read!
What a page turner! Who would have thought what secrets lie between Ivan and Lucia. Itâs definitely a dark mafia read with lots of surprises you will be like what did I just read!From the time they run into each other, to the very end, this book will keep you on the edge of your seat. Ivan and Lucia meet unexpectedly one day. What kind of proposal does he give Lucia one day in front of her family? Wait til you find out! From there, they definitely heat up the pages of this book. Never getting close enough to anyone will Lucia change the way he is? Wait til you find out! Wait til you meet Ivanâs brother. What does he have to do with whatâs going on? When Ivan finds out a certain something, is it the end of him and Lucia? Can they get past everything and have a happy ending Ivan never thought he would ever had?
Kindle Customer –
Good story
Angst. Check. Steamy. Check. Dark but not too dark. Check. I like the Mafia trope and this book satisfied all the elements I look for in this genre. I’d definitely recommend the author.
Catherine CB –
Hot read with intense conflicts
Wow, I was really taken with this novel! Lucia’s background which she has forsaken makes her a strong woman in a competitive market. She meets Ivan when she is stood up by a potential client. She intervenes on behalf of a clumsy waiter which annoys Ivan. Ultimately, they have a one-night stand after sharing dinner. She has no idea he is part of the Russian Mafia with whom her family has an alliance.She ends up quitting her job after client attempts to assault her in her office. He has his wealthy mother intervene on his behalf. She returns home to Chicago to her family.Ivan shows up at her family’s home insisting he is going to marry Lucia since he was promised a wife by now deceased second in command to her brother-in-law.Ultimately, Lucia agrees to leave with Ivan, since he threatened her family if she did not marry him.The interactions between Lucia and Ivan are tense, accented by her inability to accept her fate.There are multiple twists in the plot with suspense, anger, betrayal and passion.This novel was a page turner which I was reluctant to put down.You will not be disappointed.I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
judy –
Chinese restaurant
This such a good story about family and love. It has twists that will make you think â what just happened?â Plus it will keep you so focused on the story that you canât stop reading. There were times when I want to fast forward because I wanted to know the outcome. This is what makes a goodread. Ivan is in his 40âs determined to never get married until he get scolded by a 24 year old woman that he has to have. Lucia is a driven young woman who is career minded. When she meets Ivan she thinks he is rude because he berates his waiter for spilling his drink. This starts their relationship with a conversation and it leads to a one night stand for Lucia. Only Ivan decides he wants more. This is where it gets interesting because it takes them from New York to Chicago where he forces her familia to give her to him in marriage. There are many obstacles to overcome for both of them. Who in the mafia world is really the most ruthless of them? Ivan, Alexei , or the current Pakkan . How can relationship be healed? So many questions to have answered. I would give it more than 5 stars if possible.I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
sheryl blaszczyk –
Really great book
Wow!!! Really loved this story. You really get drawn to the characters, which shows how phenomenal the writer is. Must read
Brittany Greeson –
Great
This book was amazing! The author did an awesome job writing this book! I love the characters and the chemistry between the characters.
Ka’Mya Brower –
FIVE STARS ð
Ahhhh where do I begin this book was everything and more, I missed reading Maria books from my Wattpad days and this definitely lived up to it. Ivan and Lucia are the perfect couple they both compliment each other. Who says fire plus fire canât be together if anything they burn brighter and more powerful. Overall, what an amazing book it had all the best tropes like enemies to lovers, age gap, and forbidden love if you want to call it that. Definitely one of my fav books!!!!! ð¥°ð