OMG, this series started out with a bang and each book has continued to be the same way. This story is a dark mafia romance suspense and there is everything you could think of to make this tale an outstanding read. With danger and violence, secrets and lies, intrigue and darkness, angst and fear, intrigue, and sizzling chemistry it pops off the page and keeps your heart pumping and you don’t know whether to sit or stand as you enter the darkness to seek out the enemies. He is waiting for his time to come to claim what’s his and the woman he loves. She has become a part of the darkness when she was betrayed. Not even their enemies will see them coming. Reviewed by @jennadb
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jenni Bishophttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJenni Bishop2021-12-03 08:33:232021-12-03 08:33:23Born in Darkness (Mafia Elite Book 3) by Amy McKinley – Review by Jenni Bishop
This book was great! I have read a few books by this author and they’re always good. This one is no exception, it pulled me in from page one and kept me interested until the very last line. The writing style is fantastic and the grittyness was just *chefs kiss*. I am looking forward to reading more by this author and would definitely recommend this to a friend! Happy Reading!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Anastasia Dodsonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAnastasia Dodson2021-12-03 08:32:502021-12-03 08:32:50Born in Darkness (Mafia Elite Book 3) by Amy McKinley – Review by Anastasia Dodson
I have been waiting for this book!!! I was NOT disappointed! I truly enjoyed Stefano and Emiliana’s story.
Emiliana is a victim of Stefano’s vindictive, mafia boss, dad. However, she doesn’t let it define who she is. She might seem like she’s fragile, but she is far from it! I loved her inner strength to overcome the trauma and become a force to be reckoned with. Stefano is also a strong character. He had to deal with so much loss in his life that it turned him into a fierce protector. And Emiliana is his to protect until the end. He is determined that he will do anything, even take down his own dad, to keep her safe. But can he do it before his dad causes more damage? Can he ferret out the rat before all is lost?
Mafia Elite is a well written series. Every character drew me in immediately to their story and I couldn’t help but love them! I am definitely on the lookout for the next book!!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Desiree Ottingerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngDesiree Ottinger2021-12-03 08:31:082021-12-03 08:31:08Born in Darkness (Mafia Elite Book 3) by Amy McKinley – Review by Desiree Ottinger
OH EM GEE!! Born in Darkness was the perfect book 3 in Mafia Elite Series. I love Emiliana and Stefano’s story, I love their character development too, especially when together. Emiliana is the one he can’t have, for her own safety, but she’s the only 1 Stefano wants. Someone’s after Emiliana the question is who? She’s been in a situation where she was kidnapped before but this time feels different. A situation that has hardened her to likes of her world and the cruelties outside of the mafia as well. Which infuriates Stefano, but he has to keep his mind about him, so he can rise and forcibly replace his father as the head of the Rossi family. On top of all that they are trying to flush a rat out of the organization, that’s giving away valuable information to the wrong people. I want to say so much but I’m behaving because I don’t want to spoil the book for others. So I’ll end on this note as some who’s read all 3 books: If you have yet to read a Mafia Elite book, stop what you’re reading now and start reading this series! Yes please start with book 1, trust me you’ll get to this book because you won’t want to put it down. If you’ve read book 1 & 2, what are you waiting for? I know your heart beats for book 3 so go on out and get it! No matter who comes across this book, trust me when I say you will not be disappointed if you jump head 1st into the Mafia Elite Series! It’s entertaining, there’s action, there’s romance, there’s death, ect. IT’S WORTH IT!!!!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Beverly Place-Finniehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngBeverly Place-Finnie2021-12-03 08:30:432021-12-03 08:30:43Born in Darkness (Mafia Elite Book 3) by Amy McKinley – Review by Beverly Finnie
I just love love love this series and the story of Stefano and Emiliana was dark, twisty, gut wrenching and full of suspense. I recommend reading this series in order from the beginning and you get to really know the mafia families and each character. Stefano and Emiliana’s story is not for the faint of heart. It truly is more dark…..Emiliana’s battle from within after being rescued by Stefano after being kidnapped and the dreams that continue to haunt her. Stefano and biding his time with his very cruel father, who has no problem even punishing his own son if he is out of line, to get more information and hope to take him down. This story really grabs you from page one and does not let go. This book is one roller coaster of emotions and I have been truly vested from the beginning, I cannot get enough of this series.
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Em has been in love with Stefano for as long as she can remember. He saved her when they were just children and he hasn’t stopped protecting her since. Hearing the truth of Stefano’s upbringing was heartbreaking and she has always been the one light in his life that made everything bearable. The electricity between Em and Stefano is insanely electric and I was cheering for them the entire time. So many obstacles keep getting thrown in their way and there is so much action and betrayal that I just couldn’t put this book down once I picked it up. The ending is amazing and this book is just as incredible as the others in this series. I highly recommend that you go back and read the others if you haven’t because they definitely all build on each other. I can’t wait to read the next books in this incredibly addictive series.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Elenahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngElena2021-12-03 08:28:532021-12-03 08:28:53Born in Darkness (Mafia Elite Book 3) by Amy McKinley-Review by Elena Tobar
Stefano and Emiliano’s story is one for the BOOKS. I couldn’t have put this book down even if I tried. The twists and turns! DANGGG. Another great book from Amy McKinley, truly one you don’t want to miss! The plot is amazing a flows so well! The twists and turns are everything and all the characters are just what we need for this book to be the big hit it is! The Mafia Elite Series continues being amazing with the awesome third addition.
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This is the 3rd book in this series that I have read and this author has done it again! I absolutely love this series. I can’t wait to get my hands on the rest of the series. Just when I think the mafia world can’t draw me in again, it does. I wondered in the previous book if I would get insight into what’s going on in Emiliana’s head and this book does just that. Emiliana’s and Stefano’s story is just as good as Lili & Max’s and Sofia & Enzo’s. I can’t wait to keep reading.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Daryian Lucashttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngDaryian Lucas2021-12-03 08:25:042021-12-03 08:25:04Born in Darkness (Mafia Elite Book 3) by Amy McKinley – Review by Daryian Lucas
I loved this book! This author is quickly becoming one of my favorites. This can be read as a standalone but is book 3 in the Mafia Elite series. If you haven’t read the first two I highly recommend it, they are wonderful. This one is my favorite of the series so far. This is Emiliana and Stefano’s story. Em is the absolute perfect heroine! I have nothing but good things to say about this series and the author. Get these books, you’ll love them too!
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What a story! I know to expect something incredible from this author and this book really shows why. These characters have such a chemistry between them, I could feel it on every single page. They are both strong characters and that strength I think really shows through. This is a gripping story. I finished it in one sitting only to wish I hadn’t because I juat didn’t want it to end. This author has become one of my all time favourites and you need to do yourself a favour by reading everything she has written. This book is absolutely fantastic and I cannot speak highly enough about it.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kerry Bakerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKerry Baker2021-12-03 08:22:142021-12-03 08:22:14Born in Darkness (Mafia Elite Book 3) by Amy McKinley – Review by Kerry Baker
If you believe sleep is over rated and you don’t mind not getting any then this is the book for you because once you start you won’t want to put it down. I know I didn’t!! It is a 5 star book from start to finish which is something I have come to expect from this amazing author and in particular this series. I was on the edge of my seat from the first word and stayed there right until the end. She takes us into the Mafia world and shows us the dark side of the life but also such depth of feelings and emotions shared by the characters especially Stefano and Emiliana. I LOVE the strength and connection they have. I also LOVE the badass female characters she writes. While you can read just this book on it’s own, you really don’t want to miss the grounding the previous books will give you into the storylines that thread through this series. I couldn’t wait to see if a few suspicions I had after reading the previous 2 books were true and while I won’t say if they were or not , no spoilers here, I will say please give me more!!!
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This is the 3rd book in this dark mafia romance series. Each book can be read as a stand-alone but it makes sense to read them in order to get the best enjoyment of the series and not give yourself spoilers. I have been a huge fan of this author since the very first book of hers that I read and she continues to produce amazing books that I just lose myself in and this book is another one of those. In this book we get the story of underboss Stefano Rossi and mafia princess Emiliana Vitale. Both have been in love with each other for years but due to Stefano’s cruel mafia boss father, they have had to keep their feelings under wraps and try to stay away from each other as much as possible. I absolutely loved Stefano and Emiliana’s story. It’s very angsty as the two of them try to keep apart and I do love a good angsty story. As with the other romantic suspense novels by this author, as well as the romance storyline, there is also another storyline running alongside, that of the mafia family and the dangers surrounding them. I thoroughly enjoyed the storyline that runs through this book and could not put this book down. This author is definitely a master (or is it mistress?) or writing amazing romantic suspense and I can’t wait to see what she comes up with next.
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This is book 3 in the Mafia Elite series. I love this authors writing. The characters are really well written and I love them all. Even though it is a Mafia Romance where the men are strong and protective of what is there’s the women are also equally strong and determined.
This story is a bit of a Romeo and Juliet story. A man and a woman from 2 different Mafia families fall in love but it isn’t possible for them to be together. All because of Stefano’s father. He is a horrible, dangerous man who will stop at nothing to keep Stefano in line. Even if that means hurting the woman he loves Emiliana.
Emiliana is also dealing with her own demons after her kidnapping, she struggles to control the darkness that has awoken inside her. The only light in her life is the love of Stefano and she is counting down the days till they can be together. The problem is Stefano’s father needs to be out of the picture. But before Stefano can take over his family they need to find the rat that is buried somewhere in the families causing trouble and putting lives in danger. But who is the rat? Is it Stefano’s father? Could he be working with the Russans? Or is it someone closer to home.
This book is full of adventure, danger and passion. It is a Mafia Romance written in a way that keeps you guessing and wanting more.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kerry Carrhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKerry Carr2021-12-03 08:19:302021-12-03 08:19:30Born in Darkness (Mafia Elite Book 3) by Amy McKinley – Review by Kerry Carr
At this point I’m starting to sound like a broken record but my goodness this series is phenomenal, a must read!!! This Mafia series is one of the best I’ve ever read, it’s intense, dramatic, action-packed, mysterious, shocking, twisted and so complex. I would highly recommend reading this series in order as each new book follows the last.
Just like the other books of this series I read this one in one sitting as I couldn’t bring myself to stop reading, once I started I couldn’t stop until I reached the very end. I loved everything about this book, it might actually be my favorite of the series!!
If you are looking for your next Mafia read look no further, this is the series for you!!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kaitlynn Taylorhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKaitlynn Taylor2021-12-03 08:18:122021-12-03 08:18:12Born in Darkness (Mafia Elite Book 3) by Amy McKinley – Review by Kaitlynn Taylor
So, after finishing this and having read most of Ms. McKinley’s books now, I have come to the conclusion that she could write the phone book and make it addictive reading! Seriously!!! If you have yet to pick up one of her many books, what are you waiting for? You will kick yourself for missing out this long. Born in Darkness is another gem in Ms. McKinley’s crown- a stellar mafia romance, it is the third book in the Mafia Elite series by Amy McKinley. A masterfully woven romantic suspense story with action, violence, mafia politics, second chances, family dynamics, friendship, chemistry, sizzle, secrets, drama, intrigue, tension, and edge of your seat developments. This book is Stefano and Emiliana’s story, I was excited to dive in and honestly say Ms. McKinley doesn’t rest on her laurels here, she ups the ante yet again, grabbing me right from the get-go and had me flipping the pages to find out what happens, all while proving once again that this series just gets better and better with each new release. If you haven’t read the previous two books, I highly recommend that you do, as not only are they fantastic stories in their own rights, they also contain important information that will help you better appreciate this story, as well as building a bigger picture. I love this series and the wonderfully complex characters that take centre stage here. I have a serious addiction to Ms. McKinley’s stories and need my next fix stat- Book #4 can’t come soon enough and looks set to be brilliant!!! Take my word for it- if you love mafia romance, romantic suspense, wonderfully developed characters, depth, and addictive reading- then you definitely won’t want to miss this exciting story or series!!! Happy reading!
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This installment brings us the development between Emiliana Vitale and Stefano Rossi. If you have read the previous novels, you will have some more information on them and the others that we have read about so far, and I really enjoy feeling as though we have already gotten to know a bit about these characters before delving deeper into their love story. Poor Em suffers from PTSD from her abduction a few years prior, where our knight in shining armor came to carry her right out of hell. Stefano has had to deal with his own ‘darkness’ being the son of Frank, devil incarnate, and has struggled with keeping his distance from Em only to keep her safe. I for one, was swept off my feet by their love story.
I have been eagerly awaiting the arrival of this new installment to this series. I have had my sleuth hat on from the very first novel, and I was very much looking forward to knowing whether I was right in my assumptions. I absolutely adore the way this author reels you in, and feeds you information, but with the twists and turns, and introductions of new characters, doubt creeps in. Of course, I won’t tell you who the rat in the Five Families was, but I was very proud of my skills. Another one for the books, highly recommend!
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There is nothing more exciting to me as seeing this third book in this series is all about Emiliana! I awas beyond excited with to read and watch the chemistry between Emiliana and Stefano develop in this amazing book! This book has everything you could want: danger, mystery, violence, secrets, and how can you not love the steamy chemistry?? I am in love with this entire series and this book is another hit!
I loved watching Emiliana develop her strength and ability to overcome traumatic events in her life that involve the mofia boss…who happens to be Stefano’s dad. I also love how strong Stefano is in this book. He has gone through more than anyone should have to and still is a fierce figure in this story.
This author is one of my favorites. Her characters are strong, well-written and the story is always driven with a KAPOW climactic ending. This series does not fail. You get sucked in at the beginning with the action and just don’t want to leave. This mafia family is twisted and all these guys want is to get out. You can’t help but find yourself rooting for them. They go through some pretty tough challenges but will their love make it? You are going to have to read it to find out. This is one series that will keep you active and involved. Highly recommend. I would give it more than 5 if I could.
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This is the third book in this series which is just as awesome as the previous two books. I highly suggest reading the previous two books to help your enhancement of this series. This is an author that I never hesitate to pick up. Her books are well written and her attention to details just makes her stories pop. This book is no different. I was pulled into the story by the characters from the beginning. They are connectable and keep the story engaging. This is a faster paced story that is full of action and romance. Stefano has a destiny of being kind. He is biding his time just waiting for that to happen, not only is he waiting for that but also for the woman he loves to be by his side. Emiliana fell in love with the one man who is off limits to her. As their relationship grows so do the enemies. How far will he go to keep her safe and at his side? I loved their growth and chemistry throughout the story. They truly made the story fun and entertaining to read. I also loved the growth of the plot that kept me wanting to know more. This is a must read and I highly recommend it.
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