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Elusive: Dark Billionaire Mafia Romance (Billionaire Bodyguards Book 5) by Via Mari – Review by Kerry Carr

Elusive (Billionaire Bodyguards #5)Elusive by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the fifth book in the Billionaire Bodyguards series. We are taken on a wild ride that leaves you out of breath and on the edge of your seat. This book is full of passion and a dominant/submissive relationship. I love the danger and romance in these books.

In this book we meet Sheldon. He works for Chase Security and has never thought of taking a girlfriend. Sheldon is dominant and only a submissive will satisfy him. However most women don’t like the complete lifestyle so he only has one night with anyone. That is until he needs Alexis.

Alexis is a strong women however when she meet Sheldon her submissive side comes out. However this isn’t a happy romance. Sheldon has taken it upon himself to protect her from a guy who’s stalking her, hoping to get her into trafficking. With her life at risk Sheldon will stop at nothing to protect her. But where does the line stop from protection to obsession? Can Alexis cope with a man so possessive? Can she give herself 100% to Sheldon who will he yet again find a woman who doesn’t measure up?

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Elusive: Dark Billionaire Mafia Romance (Billionaire Bodyguards Book 5) by Via Mari – Review by Heather Lovelace

Elusive (Billionaire Bodyguards #5)Elusive by Via Mari
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I really enjoy how the author crafts her stories and this latest edition of the Billionaire Bodyguards series is no exception. Just the perfect balance of romance and suspense. The main characters have incredible me chemistry and I just couldn’t put it down. Loved it.

Reviewed by @heatherlovelace
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Elusive: Dark Billionaire Mafia Romance (Billionaire Bodyguards Book 5) by Via Mari – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh

Elusive (Billionaire Bodyguards #5)Elusive by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars
Elusive: Dark Billionaire Mafia Romance (Billionaire Bodyguards Book 5) by Via Mari

Elusive is the fifth book in the Billionaire Bodyguards Series by Via Mari I highly recommend reading this series in order as each book gives you enjoyment along with back story and you get to know the characters some are reoccurring. This is a romantic suspense that is packed with action, suspense, danger and hot and steamy romance. I was pulled in from the beginning and couldn’t stop until I finished. This is Sheldon and Alexis story. He is a Bodyguard and she is wanted by an International trafficker who wants her at all costs. Find out what happens next in this absolute must read. I hope this series goes on and on. I can’t wait to read more from this Author.

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Elusive: Dark Billionaire Mafia Romance (Billionaire Bodyguards Book 5) by Via Mari – Review by Samantha Jayne Grubey

Elusive (Billionaire Bodyguards #5)Elusive by Via Mari
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This series keeps getting better and better with each book, I still need to go back and read the first three because I haven’t done that yet. I really liked Alexis and Sheldon’s relationship and really enjoyed reading their book, the chemistry between these two are almost instantaneous but both have scars from past relationships. The book pulled me in and I did read it all in one sitting. I really enjoyed this book and I can’t wait to read more from this author.

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Elusive: Dark Billionaire Mafia Romance (Billionaire Bodyguards Book 5) by Via Mari – Review by Felicia Bates

Elusive (Billionaire Bodyguards #5)Elusive by Via Mari
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Romance novels, especially steamy ones, tend to be my least favorite genre. I steer away because so many plots are overly cheesy. I have read enough from Via Mari to know her writing checks off all the boxes and Elusive is no exception. Supsense, characters with depth, a storyline that you don’t want to put down. Via Mari knocked it out of the park again with the fifth book in her Billionaire Bodyguards series. 4 out of 5 stars and another installment to a series I definitely recommend!

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Elusive: Dark Billionaire Mafia Romance (Billionaire Bodyguards Book 5) by Via Mari – Review by Jenni Bishop

Elusive (Billionaire Bodyguards #5)Elusive by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Elusive: Dark Billionaire Mafia Romance (Billionaire Bodyguards Book 5) by Via Mari is one of my favourites. There is lots of explosive action and deadly suspense, danger, and secrets. I love the alpha hot and sexy men that go above and beyond to protect. They are sexy and charming, witty, and smouldering, dangerous and deadly.

Sheldon and the team have been assigned to protect Alexis when an extremely dangerous man sets his sight on her. It becomes a deadly game of cat and mouse because he will stop at nothing to get her and will go through anyone to get what he wants.

This is another hot and steamy read and a page turner from start to finish.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Elusive: Dark Billionaire Mafia Romance (Billionaire Bodyguards Book 5) by Via Mari – Review by Sunday Barnaby

Elusive (Billionaire Bodyguards #5)Elusive by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Elusive: Dark Billionaire Mafia Romance by Via Mari
Five Stars

Elusive: Dark Billionaire Mafia Romance is the fifth book in the Billionaire Bodyguards series by Via Mari. Via Mari is one of my go to authors and I have read most of her books. They just keep getting better and better. I love how each book focuses on a specific couple so the books can be read as standalones, but all the books are excellent reads and I highly recommend you read this series in order.
This book will keep you on the edge of your seat, with action, adventure, suspense and romance. It follows Sheldon and Alexis, as they meander through sex trafficking, being in danger, hot sizzling romance. This book was highly entertaining and a pleasure to read. I can’t wait to see what Via Mari has coming up next.
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Elusive: Dark Billionaire Mafia Romance (Billionaire Bodyguards Book 5) by Via Mari – Review by Tausha Treadway

Elusive (Billionaire Bodyguards #5)Elusive by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Elusive: Dark Billionaire Mafia Romance (Billionaire Bodyguards Book 5) by Via Mari – Review by. This is the 5th book in the Billionaire Bodyguards series and I loved it! Via Mari is one of my favorite authors so I knew it would be amazing. You can read it as a standalone but I think you will enjoy it much more if you read the series. These books are full of danger, sex, hidden agendas, intrigue and romance. Of course this book is no different. This is Alexis and Sheldon’s story and Alexis find herself in a dangerous situation dealing with sex traffickers. Sheldon is determined to protect her no matter what it costs him. This book if full of romance and hot scenes so be prepared. I read it in one setting because I couldn’t put it down. Will Sheldon end up protecting Alexis or will he get hurt trying to protect her? Sheldon is my new book boyfriend! Read Elusive to see what I’m talking about!

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Elusive: Dark Billionaire Mafia Romance (Billionaire Bodyguards Book 5) by Via Mari – Review by Alexandria Richard

Elusive (Billionaire Bodyguards #5)Elusive by Via Mari
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This novel lives up to its name. The sexual tension is through the roof!
I love the world this series is set in. This time bodyguard Sheldon is trying to hold himself back from pursuing hairstylist Alexis, as he believes she is not a woman who can be a willing and obedient submissive in, but more importantly outside, of the bedroom. Alexis is attracted to Sheldon but isn’t willing to put herself out there without him showing he cares about her first. And in the background is the lingering threat of a man who couldn’t take Alexis’s “no” for an answer. He has a criminal record and is connected to human traffickers. Will this threat keep Sheldon and Alexis apart or bring them closer together?
There were some parts of this novel that went way to quick for my liking. Names and situations listed out that made it hard to follow who was doing what, and what was going on where.
This novel is certainly more focused on the relationship between Alexis and Sheldon rather than what’s going on in the mafia world. The Dom/sub relationship and world of sex clubs and BDSM are more prevalent in this novel as well.
I love that throughout this series the males may be Dom’s and involved with the mafia, but they actively combat human trafficking and support the survivors. While the FMC’s are submissive she’s not meek and willing to let the male(s) handle everything. The women are strong and have decided if they are willing to embrace their submissive side only for their Dom.

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Elusive: Dark Billionaire Mafia Romance (Billionaire Bodyguards Book 5) by Via Mari – Review by Karen Pearman

Elusive (Billionaire Bodyguards #5)Elusive by Via Mari
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I was super excited for the next book in this series. And this was perfect. The author has an amazing talent of drawing you into her stories with the way she describes every little minute detail. You can tell that she certainly does her work based off the description of each character, items, and surroundings. I can visually imagine it in my head while reading her books. This was probably my favorite couple she has written about so far in her series. Their chemistry is so steamy yet as with all good stories there is always something standing in their way. If you are a fan of sexy, steamy, mystery and suspense then this is a great selection to read.

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Elusive: Dark Billionaire Mafia Romance (Billionaire Bodyguards Book 5) by Via Mari – Review by April Smith

Elusive (Billionaire Bodyguards #5)Elusive by Via Mari
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Elusive is the 5th book in the Billionaire Bodyguards Series by Via Mari. As like the stories before, if you like action packed romantic suspense, this book doesn’t disappoint. Sheldon and Alexis will have you loving their characters in no time flat. I hope there are more books to come in this series, because I can’t get enough.

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Elusive: Dark Billionaire Mafia Romance (Billionaire Bodyguards Book 5) by Via Mari – Review by Erica Fish

Elusive (Billionaire Bodyguards #5)Elusive by Via Mari
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Elusive is the fifth book in the Billionaire Bodyguards series. I recommend reading all the books in this series to get full enjoyment of this book. Via Mari did an amazing job as always grabbing me from the first page to the last page. It is a steaming romance. I am going to warn you that you may want to leave enough time because you may not be able to stop reading until the last page of this book. The characters are fully developed and relatable. This story is about Sheldon who is a bodyguard to Alexis. She needs protection from a trafficker. She is one handful for Sheldon to say the least. Will there be sparks between Alexis and Sheldon? Will Sheldon protect her from herself? I highly recommend reading this book to see what happens to Sheldon and Alexis.

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Elusive: Dark Billionaire Mafia Romance (Billionaire Bodyguards Book 5) by Via Mari – Review by Kerry Baker

Elusive (Billionaire Bodyguards #5)Elusive by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Elusive:Dark Millionaire Mafia Romance by Via Mari is the fifth book in the Billionaire Bodyguards series. This is such a brilliant and intense series that somehow just seems to keep getting better. This book had everything going for it – amazing characters, strong chemistry and brilliant writing. It is fast paced and exciting from start to finish. The characters don’t have a typical start to their journey but it is one that hooked me immediately.
Via Mari is an author I only discovered relatively recently but she has easily become one of my go to authors. Whenever I see a book with her name on it I don’t hesitate to give it a go and I am never disappointed. This is a fantastic series and one I would highly recommend!

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Elusive: Dark Billionaire Mafia Romance (Billionaire Bodyguards Book 5) by Via Mari – Review by Liz Vrchota

Elusive (Billionaire Bodyguards #5)Elusive by Via Mari
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This series just gets better and better with each installment! I often find myself saying that with Via Mari’s novels though. I really love how she can write a strong and domineering male but she really can throw in an equally strong female to counter him! We get just that with this fifth book in the Billionaire Bodyguards Book, Elusive. Sheldon and Alexis really heat up the kindle screen with their interactions in so many different ways and I loved every moment of it. I believe these books really could be read as standalones but they are so good why not get them all and devour them together? I am anxious to see who and what will come next!

Review by @lizaileen
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Elusive: Dark Billionaire Mafia Romance (Billionaire Bodyguards Book 5) by Via Mari – Review by Tracy Gutierrez

Elusive (Billionaire Bodyguards #5)Elusive by Via Mari
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This series just gets better! Sheldon and Alexis are awesome. They meet for the first time in a café and sparks fly. Sheldon saves Alexis from a bully who is harassing her in the café. Turns out said bully has a criminal record and is highly into Human Trafficking. Sheldon immediately protects Alexis and a budding romance ensues. Alexis has her doubts of entering a new relationship because of issues in a past relationship. Sheldon seems to have some of the same fears. Together they help one another and love brings them together. This series just keeps you on your toes. I hope there’s more to come.

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Elusive: Dark Billionaire Mafia Romance (Billionaire Bodyguards Book 5) by Via Mari – Review by Robin Rankin

Elusive (Billionaire Bodyguards #5)Elusive by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Elusive: Dark Billionaire Mafia Romance (Billionaire Bodyguards Book 5) by Via Mari

Well she’s done it again. This book was everything I have come to expect from a book by Ms. Mari.  Romance,  suspense,  danger and some incredible hot moments.

I wasn’t sure if Sheldon and Alexis were a good fit.   But as I got deeper into the story I could see they were more perfect than I could have expected.  How Sheldon didn’t throttle Alexis I will never know.

All of these guys are absolutely the Alpha males of all Alphas.  Not a single one of them doesn’t exude it and I love reading how each one of them is getting snared by these women.

I really hope Nick is next, though there is something about Trent that makes me want to know more.

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Elusive: Dark Billionaire Mafia Romance (Billionaire Bodyguards Book 5) by Via Mari – Review by Michelle Mulvey

Elusive (Billionaire Bodyguards #5)Elusive by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

First off, let me say I have only read book 4 and book 5 of this series and I think I need to go read 1-3.
Thank goodness Sheldon was there when Alexis was getting harassed by some crazy man in a coffee shop. Alexis didn’t realize then but, Sheldon was going to be around a lot. Luckily she’s a hair stylist and Sheldon needs one for one of his clients. This book was crazy. I can’t believe the stuff that happened in the book. Sheldon and his team are my hero’s! I need more books by this author soon!

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Elusive: Dark Billionaire Mafia Romance (Billionaire Bodyguards Book 5) by Via Mari – Review by Tracy Wilkin

Elusive (Billionaire Bodyguards #5)Elusive by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Billionaire Bodyguards series continues with Elusive, book five in the series by Via Mari. Honestly, this series just gets better an better. You feel like you become one with the story and its characters. The stroryline is so believable and the cast are hot and provide an enviable set of moments that are unforgettable. I am continuously amazed and impressed by the talent of Via Mari. Her stories are always easy to get into and almost impossible to put down. Sheldon and Alexis were dynamic together and set the story alight with their attraction and chemistry. Danger and suspense are around every corner. A very classy dark mafia romance. 5 well deserved stars.

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Elusive: Dark Billionaire Mafia Romance (Billionaire Bodyguards Book 5) by Via Mari – Review by Dawn Brown

Elusive (Billionaire Bodyguards #5)Elusive by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

While getting coffee, bodyguard Sheldon sees a man harassing a woman. He jumps in to rescue Alexis giving her the advice to file a report with the police. Later that day, when his employer needs a hairdresser, Alexis is the first one he thinks of. Soon he realizes the strange man is up to no good and is after Alexis. He quickly puts a plan in place to keep her and her roommate safe.
Opinion
The more I read in this series, the more in love with Ms. Mari’s writing style I become. The way she describes instantly falling in love makes it seem so natural (if only it were so.) I am now certain I am going to have to go back and pick up books 1 and 2 that I missed.
This series is perfect for the alpha male book lovers. Each book has a different man who’s love is all consuming.

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Elusive: Dark Billionaire Mafia Romance (Billionaire Bodyguards Book 5) by Via Mari – Review by Tracy Gutierrez

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Via Mari did it again!! Loved Dereck and Layla’s story. Layla is a strong and independent woman, looking for her sister. A sister she believes was taken by Human Traffickers. Dereck was assigned to helping find Bryanna, along with Damian. He started watching Layla hoping to find more answers. Dereck ends up helping Layla find her sister, which doesn’t end very well. Their story is full of surprises and very well told. The story had my attention from the get go. This is a must read. Can’t wait to see what else Via Mari has in store.

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Elusive: Dark Billionaire Mafia Romance (Billionaire Bodyguards Book 5) by Via Mari – Review by Angela Hayes

Elusive (Billionaire Bodyguards #5)

Elusive by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

4 ½ Stars

 

Elusive is the fifth book in the Billionaire Bodyguards series by Via Mari. This is another fantastic addition to the Billionaire Bodyguards romantic suspense series- and again we are thrust into an action-packed adventure, with plenty of danger, sex traffickers, hidden agendas, mystery, hot sizzling encounters, intrigue, and romance.
As with the rest of the series, this book could be read as a standalone, as each book in the series focuses on a different couple. But, having said that, I really recommend reading the previous books before starting on this one, because not only are they great stories in their own rights- but you’ll get to meet the recurring characters (who you will want to know more about), as well as the bridging background story that is being revealed as the series evolves.
This is Alexis and Sheldon’s story (whom we have met previously)- where Alexis finds herself in a sticky situation when an international sex trafficker sets his eyes on her and Sheldon is tasked with protecting her. What happens makes for an exciting read.
As I have said before- Via Mari is known for her superb romantic suspense stories and this book showcases that beautifully. She easily builds gripping suspense, intrigue, palpable tension, and sizzling chemistry- while balancing it all with lighter moments and believable emotion.
Another unputdownable read from this talented author!

Thank you, Via Mari!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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Elusive: Dark Billionaire Mafia Romance (Billionaire Bodyguards Book 5) by Via Mari – Review by Angela Shirley

Elusive (Billionaire Bodyguards #5)Elusive by Via Mari
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

When a chance meeting can mean a lot more and they don’t even know it yet.

Sheldon is a bodyguard protecting those who pay enough to make sure they have the best of the best, but a chance meeting in a coffee shop puts his world into a spin and does he really now what he is getting himself involved in when he meet Alexis and the attraction is instant.

Alexis calls to Sheldon’s dominant side which he does not often show this side of him as it tends to to be too intense for other woman, but Sheldon’s dominants calls to Alexis in a way she has not felt before but their is a secret which needs to be hidden or she may get him involved or even killed.

Sheldon and Alexis are drawn into a danger, action and hot attraction can they survive the predator that has Alexis in his sights and will not let go with out a fight.

Oh my lord, Via Mari has done it again, this story is epic. If you are looking for a nice romance with a bit of drama I suggest another book, this is full of sexually tense, hot action and a bad ass male dom in the middle of a great story.

I love all the characters that are portraited in this series but I have to admit I loved the character of Sheldon, don’t me wrong he’s no saint but hell I would love to sin with him. The tense that slowly builds between the main characters is brilliant and adds to this intense story. I book flows through brilliantly and you hardly keep track of time when reading which is always a sign of of a brilliantly written story.

I can’t wait to delve back into this world with the next book in this series or any of her other series, one I definitely recommend you need to read, but not just this one the whole series is brilliantly.

Reviewed by Angela Shirley

Elusive: Dark Billionaire Mafia Romance (Billionaire Bodyguards Book 5) by Via Mari – Review by Heidi Schoolman

Elusive (Billionaire Bodyguards #5)Elusive by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the 5th book in the Billionaire Bodyguards series. This is a Romantic Suspense novel and is 252 pages. This story follows Sheldon and Alexis. Sheldon is bodyguard. Alexis is wanted by an international trafficker. Sheldon is a dom looking for a sub. Even though there is undeniable attraction between the two, Alexis was hurt in the past and has trust issues. Will these two find common ground for a relationship?

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Elusive: Dark Billionaire Mafia Romance (Billionaire Bodyguards Book 5) by Via Mari – Review by Sara Oxton

Elusive (Billionaire Bodyguards #5)Elusive by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Elusive by Via Mari an explosive five-star read. This is number five in the Billionaire Bodyguard series and they have all been a pleasure to read. Alexi and Sheldon will keep you on your toes, Alexi in particular warmed me, she just wants to help and do what’s right. There is drama, there is passion and there is action, in this one and it will keep you on your toes all the way through. As always the writing is top notch and tells a great story.

Review by @saraoxo

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Elusive: Dark Billionaire Mafia Romance (Billionaire Bodyguards Book 5) by Via Mari – Review by Jaclyn DeTullio

Elusive (Billionaire Bodyguards #5)Elusive by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This may be my favorite from this series so far! I can’t express how much I loved Alexis, I admire independent, headstrong women. Even though she dealt with scars from a bad relationship who wouldn’t eventually fall for Sheldon? I think he was the perfect mix of hard and soft, especially with her. Like always Via Mari packed in the suspense and steam, making it another great read.

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Elusive: Dark Billionaire Mafia Romance (Billionaire Bodyguards Book 5) by Via Mari – Review by Katie Matthews

Elusive (Billionaire Bodyguards #5)Elusive by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

 

This series just continues to get better and better. Elusive was a fantastic 5 star read, I loved every single minute of it! I love this author, she had such an amazing writing ability, her stories are just an absolute pleasure to read – she creates some brilliant characters and I am always completely absorbed in their story. I love Sheldon, he was definitely book boyfriend material! I loved Sheldon for her dominance but Alexis was certainly one who could hold her own but the passion and sparks between them was off the charts! Their story is definitely a steamy one!! Fantastic read and highly recommended!!

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Relentless: Dark Billionaire Mafia Romance (Billionaire Bodyguards Book 4) By Via Mari – Review By Stacey Baxter

RelentlessRelentless by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wow I mean I do love a book with submission and dominance but then with the added twists and suspense and drama just knocked me right of my seat! Absolutely fantastic novel which I struggled to set down once I started it, to be fair I haven’t come across a book from this author where I haven’t been left wanting more well guess what you done it again give me more please!

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Relentless: Dark Billionaire Mafia Romance (Billionaire Bodyguards Book 4) By Via Mari – Review By Stacey Baxter

RelentlessRelentless by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wow I mean I do love a book with submission and dominance but then with the added twists and suspense and drama just knocked me right of my seat! Absolutely fantastic novel which I struggled to set down once I started it, to be fair I haven’t come across a book from this author where I haven’t been left wanting more well guess what you done it again give me more please!

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Elusive: Dark Billionaire Mafia Romance (Billionaire Bodyguards Book 5) by Via Mari – Review by Jenique Bornman

Elusive (Billionaire Bodyguards #5)Elusive by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

In this fifth installment of the Billionaire Bodyguard series Via Mari introduces another tantalizing bodyguard to her impressive group of book boyfriends.
This time around we follow the story of Sheldon and Alexis and a trafficker who wants her at all costs.
Lots of suspense, steam and domination. Does this firecracker have it in her to be the submissive to Sheldon’s dominant? Will Sheldon be able to keep Alexis save…….
Well you’ll have to read it to find out.

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Elusive: Dark Billionaire Mafia Romance (Billionaire Bodyguards Book 5) by Via Mari – Review by Heather Stanley

Elusive (Billionaire Bodyguards #5)Elusive by Via Mari
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

In the fifth instalment of the Billionaire Bodyguards, we follow Alexis and Sheldon, their romance and the danger that follows. The dynamic between these two is electric and is a bit of a struggle as well, for both of them. They’ll have to compromise and grow together to be able to beat the trafficker! This book is filled with romance, steamy scenes and danger. It was my first read of Via Mari and was enjoyable. Definitely fast paced, light beach read. I was so engrossed that I read it in one sitting! I needed to know the outcome! I bet people who love the other books in this series will be pleased with this one as well.

Reviewed by @heather26

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