Consigliere’s Revenge by Via Mari
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I love good mafia romance, and a dark one at that. This is the 3rd book of the Silician Gods series and the author continues to tell great stories surrounding the Larussio family. Izzy and Lorenzo’s story is full of danger, suspense and revenge. It’s time to take a time-out and get started on this book!
Consigliere’s Revenge by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Consigliere’s Revenge: Dark Mafia Romance (Sicilian Gods Book 3)
Wow! I loved this book! There was never a dull moment and it kept me on the edge of my seat.
Izzy had no fear of the Consigliere for the Larussio family, or for anyone else for that matter when she maybe should have considering the power.
Lorenzo is the sexy, dark and dangerous type that is a great combination for a book boyfriend when in reality my husband is anything but dangerous.
I have been hooked on the Larussio family since I met them and I’m so glad they are a large Italian family with lots of men who need a good woman.
Consigliere’s Revenge by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I picked up this book and read it as a standalone instead of the entire series. I didn’t feel lost, but I am absolutely going back to pick up the first two books now! Consigliere’s Revenge is an incredible mafia romance with plenty of action, suspense, and steamy. Every time I thought I had the next move figured out, Via Mari would twist and turn the other way keeping me on my toes. I love that I never felt jarred out of the story with a bad flow or inconsistencies. This author did an amazing job creating a world that you feel like you dive right into with Lorenzo and Izzy. I’m picking up the previous books in the series now, so don’t pass this one up. It’s THAT good!
Reviewed by @shannlynn
Consigliere’s Revenge by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Lorenzo is the consigliere of the Larussio crime family and he is the cruelest of the family. In the dark of the crime world, the Larussio’s are ruthless, dangerous, and powerful men who do not play around. Izzy is a reporter and is determined to get the story but gets the inside scoop from Lorenzo. Anyone who sees Lizzy and Lorenzo together can see that they have the same passion and fire that the other men in the Larussio family do. So when the DaRosas seek retaliation on the Larussio they go right for the reporter.
This is the third book in this series and it was just as fantastic as the first two. I could not put this book down. I have come to really enjoy this author and can’t wait to get my hands on more of her books.
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Stay For Me by Tam DeRudder Jackson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is the 5th book in The Balefire Series, but the first one that I have read. Man I was seriously missing out! This book was so good. The characters have so many facets that you just can’t help but be pulled along for the ride. Garrett and Olivia both chose their career over being together 10 years ago. Now when their careers bring them face to face again will the old flame reignite? Ok now I am off to read the first 4 books in this series cause I totally need more of this world.
Consigliere’s Revenge by Via Mari
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This instalment focuses on Lorenzo and Isabella. Once again, the story was written well and almost comes to life on the pages whilst the chemistry between the characters sizzles and leaps off the pages.
I once again loved the female lead, Isaabella, she’s strong and independent, and fights for what she believes in, I admire that.
This book is full of action, danger and more. It is probably my favourite of the 3 books so far, not only because of the couple’s chemistry where I was rooting for them, but also because the storyline was not entirely as expected, it was so much better.
This series can be read as standalones but for the characters growth and underlying events which occur, I would recommend reading this series in order.
Consigliere’s Revenge by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Lorenzo Larussio is the Consiglière for the Larussio family at their base of operations in Las Vegas where their resort is one of the most sought after and the one with the strictest check to enter, especially on the floor with the high rollers and Lorenzo has his work cut out for him as he finds his way in this new home and the challenges it presents for him. Izzy Arden is a journalist, she is a determined woman who knows what she wants and the stubborn streak she needs to get it, especially in the cut throat world she works in, but she is known for her truth seeking and not mincing her words when she writes, but when she is confronted by a pair of dark eyes and a sexy body, she is more determined than ever to discover his secrets.
As soon as he lays eyes on her, Lorenzo recognised Izzy from across the room and immediately asks how she got there and who she was with, she should not have been able to access this area without a full background check and he is determined to discover how she did it, so when he confronts her in the elevator as he escorts her out, her quick wit and fiery temper match her red hair and hot body to match and this throws him completely off balance. Meanwhile, she calls her boss, telling him she has what he wants, but that he has to deal with her on her terms, to which he agrees and refreshes her memory about the clients she has waiting in the wings for her story and true to her word, she has it ready for the next days edition.
As Lorenzo wakes to find a hot story about his family gracing the front pages, he knows that he has to do something about the inquisitive journalist, but just what is something he has to figure out and time runs out for that and a quick decision has to be made after some juicy titbits are about to be yet another release by a certain redhead who turned up at a family event she most definitely was not invited to. Meanwhile, Izzy is made an offer which she knows she can’t refuse by Lorenzo, so she grudgingly accepts, knowing that although she will still be reporting, it may not be the full truth as she sees it, but add into the mix a handsome mafia in a well fitting designer suit, she knows that if the attraction between them is two sided, she is in more than just choppy waters. As Lorenzo gives in to the attraction between himself and Izzy, he cannot help but try to win her trust as well.
When danger calls and threats made to Izzy come true, will she be able to keep her journalistic integrity under pressure and what will Lorenzo do to get her back, will he unleash his inner demons on the world and remind the opposition why he is called Cosa Nostra back in his homeland and what will Izzy do when she discovers this side of him? This is a fast paced romantic suspense which is action packed and full to the brim of mistrust, secrets, lies, revelations and some steamy bedroom antics thrown in for good measure as this dark mafia romance flows from beginning to end as rivalries and bloodshed play out over the vista of Las Vegas.
Reviewed by @roxsannel
Consigliere’s Revenge: Dark Mafia Romance by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is the third book in the series and I could not wait to dig in! I have read numerous books by this author and absolutely LOVED this book! This book had me on pins and needles needing to know what was going to happen next! I could not put this book down and was hooked from the first sentence to the last chapter! I love a good mafia romance novel and this one was AMAZING! I cannot say enough good things about this book and cannot wait to read more from this wonderful author!!
Consigliere’s Revenge by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Consigliere’s Revenge
By: Via Mari
This is the third book in the Sicilian Gods Series. I have read all of them but I will say that each book works as a standalone. Each book is fantastic and they just keep getting better. Each book focuses on one family member. This book focuses on Lorenzo’s story and I must say that I was completely unable to put it down. The steam between Lorenzo and Izzy jumps of the page and leaves you wanting even more. I definitely recommend reading this as it features amazing characters and a wonderful story line.
Consigliere’s Revenge by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is the third book in the Sicilian Gods series and omg they just keep getting better and better. I have loved all of these books and I do recommend reading them from the beginning so you get the complete story the crime families and why they are in the situation they are today.
This is a enemies to lovers story based around a Mafia family and their bitter fights with other families. As you can imagine there is plenty of danger, threats, violence, secrets and lies that will get uncovered as the story develops.
One thing I love about the men in the Larussio men is they are scary and they fight hard but they also protect and love the people closest to them just as hard.
In this story we are with Lorenzo. At first I thought he was the most scary of the family. He is all business and doesn’t bat an eye at threatening people to protect his family. Which is how he encounters Izzy.
Izzy is a determined reporter, scared of nothing and no one not even Lorenzo. But she is hiding secrets about her past too about who she truly is and why she is so determined to uncover the truth about the Larussio’s.
The attraction between them is intense and something neither one of them can deny but with Izzy’s trust issues this isn’t going to be an easy romance.
And with their enemies now looking at her as a way to bring down Lorenzo, he will protect her with everything he has and God help anyone who tries to take her away from him.
This is an amazing read that is full of twists and turns that I just couldn’t put down. This author delivers amazing books everytime and i can’t wait to see what is instore next.
Stay For Me by Tam DeRudder Jackson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I love love love second chance romances! I love reading how people can forgive even if they can’t forget. Knowing that just because something didn’t work out the first time doesn’t mean it can’t work out again years later. I love this series so I knew I was going to love this read. I loved the characters and I love this authors writing! Her words just suck me in and I’m only focused on this story! If you’re looking for a rollercoaster ride full of emotions, check this book out! I suggest reading the other books that come before this one!
Stay For Me by Tam DeRudder Jackson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
5 Stars
Stay For Me (The Balefire Series Book 5) by Tam DeRudder Jackson
Stay For Me is the fifth book in The Balefire Series. This is a Second Chance Romance that is fast paced and hard to put down. I’m a huge fan of Rock and Roll Romance and the persona that comes along with it. This is Garrett’s and Olivia’s story. These two have great chemistry between them even if she has a broken heart because of him in the past. He chose his band over her and she’s been working hard to make a name for herself. He’s got another chance to make things right between but will she let him in again? I don’t want to give away to much. I highly recommend reading this book to find out what happens next. I can’t wait to read more from this Author.
Consigliere’s Revenge by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
5 Stars
Consigliere’s Revenge (Sicilian Gods Book 3) by Via Mari
Consigliere’s Revenge is the third book in the Sicilian Gods Series and is a Mafia Romance with a bit of suspense that once you start reading there’s no stopping until you finish. I devoured this book in one afternoon. As with any book by this author you are pulled into the characters world and feel everything they are experiencing. I’m a huge fan of Mafia Romance and a even bigger fan of this author. I never hesitate to read whatever she writes and I love each one. I highly recommend reading this series in order as each book is about a different couple but there are characters that overlap in each story plus you get a better idea of what has happened and you get to know the characters . This story is packed with drama, revenge, action, loyalty and so much more. Get ready for some serious sparks to fly in this intense story. I highly recommend reading to find out what happens next as you don’t want to miss it. As always I look forward to reading more from this Author.
Consigliere’s Revenge by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I can’t believe that we are already three books into this series. That being said you can definitely read this is a stand alone but seriously why would you want to. You have two other books before this of amazing mafia men that you won’t want to miss out on. Okay, this book is hands down amazing and grips koi to the words within the first chapter. You won’t want to do anything else other than read what is on the pages. You will try to figure things out as you go along but you won’t be able to. That is what I loved the most about this book. When I thought it was going to go one way it went a different way. I am a huge fan of the mafia trope and these books do no let me down. You will find the right amount of suspense, steam, character development, and just honestly good writing. The book brings into the plot the other two books but if you haven’t read them, you will want to. However the author makes it to where you understand what is going on and aren’t left clueless. It is a quick read with the need to finish it in one day. I personally recommend reading the other two books in the series first because I love this series and the mafia men in them. However, if you don’t have time you will be fine. You will want to read the others after finishing this one because you will be sucked into the story line and want to know everything about this series.
Reiewed by: @bbohls
Consigliere’s Revenge by Via Mari
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Dark, enemies to lovers mafia romance
Book 3 of the Sicilian Gods series is about Lorenzo Larussio, the consigliere to the boss & underboss and Izzy Arden, a headstrong reporter. Their journey to happily ever after is far from easy and with so much on the line, will it ever be enough. This Is well written mafia series and each book delivers a punch (or two). Highly recommend.
Breathless Love by K.G. Fletcher
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
5 Bright Buring Stars
Breathless Love is the third book in the wonderful ‘The Bennetts of Langston Falls’ Series by romance supremo, K.G Fletcher #lovealwayswins. I know I have said this dozens of times now, but I can’t help that Ms. Fletcher keeps outdoing herself with each new book she releases- but I LOVE this story- I think it might be one of her best yet. She had me swooning while all the emotion strummed at my heart strings. This is another example of why Ms. Fletcher is on my automatic one-click, no questions asked author list- because I don’t even need to see a cover, or read a blurb, to know that I’m going to love every minute between her covers.
The Bennet’s of Langston Falls is a really fantastic series, each member of the family getting their own book, and each capturing my heart along the way. The books could be read as standalones, but I highly recommend reading the previous books before starting on this one, as they are all superb stories in their own right, and they will all make you feel like you want to stay in Langston Falls and have a Christmas tree farm, listen to music, and hang out with good friends.
Hank Bennett dreams of making it big in the country music scene. But achieving them hasn’t exactly been smooth sailing. A chance encounter and an instant connection later, and Hank finds himself tagging along on the concert tour of country music royalty, with a fascinating and talented woman by his side. So all aboard the bus, strap yourself in, and get set for an exciting tour- because things are certainly set to take a captivating turn.
Like I said, this might just be one of K.G fletcher’s best books, and series, yet. I am so smitten with the Bennett’s, and each instalment in their series has made my heart go pitter-patter and given me all the ‘feels’ along the way.
It’s a wonderful, contemporary romance with plenty of emotion, music, chemistry, sizzle, forced-proximity, family, finding love unexpectedly, and much more.
Can’t wait for ‘Reckless Love’ (Book #4)- which is Becky Bennett’s story!
Happy Reading!
Thank you, K.G. Fletcher!
Reviewed by @angelahayes
Consigliere’s Revenge by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is book 3 in the Sicilian Gods Series and man oh man it is so good. The whole series is wonderful. The continuing saga of the Larussio Crime family is captivating. Lorenzo is the consigliere of the family and always does what is best for the family until he meets Izzy, a reporter who is writing stories about Mafia in Vegas. He intends to stop her but her attraction is too much for him. Can they find common ground or will they destroy each other? I get so excited when I start a new book in this series.
Consigliere’s Revenge by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This was a 5 star read. I love dark and steamy and this book has it all. I was pulled right in from the beginning. Lorenzo and Izzy, I really enjoyed their story. Izzy has plans to reveal secrets and she shows up where she shouldn’t be. With his reputation being compromised Lorenzo has to deal with Izzy. But there is something about her that is pulling him in. Can he resist this feisty, nosy woman? If you’re looking for a great Mafia series to read, I suggest you 1-click and get started today on this series. This is book three, but you should really start with book 1. I can’t wait to read more from this author and series.
Reviewed by @mab54615
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Consigliere’s Revenge by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Another riveting take in the story between the De Rosa and LaRussio families! I am so excited to see if there’s a next book, or what the next book will entail. The suspense, enemies to lovers with a HEA, everything about this book was phenomenal. Everything about this series so far is just absolute perfection! If you’re a Mafia lover, definitely check this book and the other books in the series out!
Underboss’s Retaliation by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book is a huge storm of action, romance, mystery, and tenacity! I absolutely loved every second of it, and just devoured it! I don’t know if I was just so drawn in to the book that it took me such a short time to finish it, or if it is a shorter book, but either way it was a very quick read! I highly recommend this author and this series! Mafia lovers, don’t sleep on Sicilian God’s! You won’t regret it, because this author does not disappoint!
Breathless Love by K.G. Fletcher
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 5 Stars
This series is so much more and I fall in love with each book in this series and I want to be part of the Bennett Family. Can I say….this story of Hank and Ella Mae…..has me in my feelings hard. Love, courage, hard decisions….this story really gave me just the raw emotion what it is like to be in the limelight as a musician..including the ups and downs.
Hank never wanted to give up on his dream as a country musician…..but at the moment, the timing for him is not right and Hank is feeling a bit lost. A chance encounter at a Travis Miller concert, Hank meets Ella Mae….and finding out that Ella Mae is Travis’ sister. Ella Mae is bold and outgoing and takes a chance on Hank and invites him on a whirlwind trip along with her brother to know what is feels like truly to be on the road as a musician. When Hank and Ella Mae get to really know each other, they soon find out that their love of music is not the only thing they have in common. Hank and Ella Mae’s love for each other blossom….but behind the curtain, is being a big time musician all what is is cracked up to be? When past demons threaten Hank and Ella Mae will their love for each other survive……
I do not want to give away the story….but I can honestly say I could talk about this book forever. This story just really got me….hard……..and I totally love Hank and Ella Mae and their characters. Hank and his gentleman ways and how respectful and caring he is and Ella Mae and her courage and boldness to keep her and her brother together through the limelight. I am already anticipating book 4……
Breathless Love: A Small Town Friends to Lovers Romance by KG Fletcher
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
KG does it again and again. Breathless Love is another wonderful friends to lovers romance tale. There has not been a story that KG has written that I have not fallen in love with. Hank and Ella’s story is one of my favourites.
This sweet story is filled with fun, passion and pain, struggle and loss, drama and tragedy, pain and heartache.
The chemistry is off the charts, and it is sexy and steamy.
A magical rock star romance story with the southern charm of the small town of Langston Falls and a look at the music world.
What more could you want with music, family, love and great characters.
I don’t want to give away any spoilers so grab a copy and fall in love all over again.
Reviewed by @jennadb
Breathless Love by K.G. Fletcher
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
It has been a while since I read a book from this author and as soon as I picked this book up I couldn’t understand why I had waited so long. This book is everything I have come to expect from this author – a fantastic story, brilliant and engaging characters and chemistry on almost every page. It took no time at all for me to connect with this story and before I knew it I was finishing the book in one sitting.
These characters were made for each other. They have such a deep connection and I loved to see it develop throughout the book. I was behind them the whole way and couldn’t wait to see how things would work out between them. This author really does know how to create fantastic characters. This is a fantastic book and I would highly recommend it.
Breathless Love by K.G. Fletcher
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Another enjoyable and engaging story involving the Bennett’s of Langston Falls. This contemporary romance can be read as a standalone story, however having read and loved the previous books in the series I recommend reading them all! This is a friends to lovers romance which takes place in the small town setting of Langston Falls, which is once once again brought vividly to life through the descriptive narrative. Hank Bennett’s dream is to be a country music star, but following the breakup off his band he’s at a crossroad and is wondering whether to continue with his music, or working on his family’s farm. Attending the hometown concert of his country music idol, Travis Miller changes everything, when he meets Travis’s award winning songwriting sister Ella Mae.
Ella Mae invites Hank to join them on the tour and their mutual attraction is obvious and their chemistry leads to a passionate night. However, her famous brother becomes jealous and Hank starts to think that as a wannabe musician, he’s not good enough for Ella Mae. Meanwhile she’s dealing with the darker side of fame with her brothers drug and alcohol addiction. I loved Hank and Ella Mae and their chemistry really sizzled off the page and led to some steamy scenes. I enjoyed how their relationship developed throughout the story, and liked their hayloft serenades. I felt both immersed in the story and engaged with the characters, and was cheering the couple on to a promised HEA.
Stay For Me by Tam DeRudder Jackson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is the fifth book in the Balefire Series even though it is part of a series it can be read as a standalone. However I do recommend reading them previous books as the characters are in all of the stories and you will be able to understand all the characters and their stories.
This story follow the bands manager Garrett and Olivia.
Garrett and Olivia have a past. They were young loves but their relationship fell apart when Garrett choose to follow the band as their manager instead of staying with Olivia. Olivia was left hurt and heartbroken but she pushed forward in her life.
Fast forward and Garrett made his dreams come true, he manages one of the most successful bands ever but he can never get Olivia out of his head.
Olivia has done well for herself too. Her determination means she owns her own production company. When Garrett contacts her to produce the next music video for the band she is filled with loads of emotions. Why does he want to see her now?
As things progress Garrett realises she is the one for him and he is determined to win her back. But is it too late? Can Olivia forgive him for what happened all those years before? Even though the attraction between them is still there and strong can too much have happened for them to work through it?
This story is a steamy read. I wasn’t a fan of Garrett in previous books but after reading this i can understand the things that lead him to be the way he is today and the way he was with the members of the band and their ladies. I can understand Olivia’s reluctance and determination to not be hurt by Garrett again. It took her so long to rebuild herself after he broke her heart the first time.
This story is a rollercoaster full with past heartbreaks, trust issues and hope that they can overcome all the odds to get to their happily ever after.
Breathless Love by K.G. Fletcher
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Breathless Love is Book Three in The Bennetts of Langston Falls series. This story focuses on Hank, who dreams of being a country music star, and Ella Mae, who is a songwriter for her famous country music star, Travis. Hank was in a band, but they did not share in his dream, so he is now trying to figure out whether to continue pursuing his dream or work on the family farm. Hank meets Ella Mae purely by chance when he goes to her brother Travis’ concert. She invites him to go on tour with them and as they spend more time together their attraction grows and romance blooms between them.
This was an exquisitely written, wholesome contemporary romance with vivid scenes that fully immersed you into the storyline with the characters. The characters were wonderful, and I found them to be lovable, relatable, and easy to root for. Hank was old-fashioned, sincere, kind, smart, ambitious and it was refreshing to see how much in love he was with Ella Mae. He will do anything to protect her and be there for her as she struggles with her brother’s drug and alcohol addiction. Ella Mae is sweet, kind, sincere, driven, smart, and talented. She loves Hank and wants to be there for him as well even through her own struggles. The two share a mutual love for music which is the starting point for a romance between them to bloom from friendship to mutual attraction, to unconditional true love. A beautifully written love story with downs that will have you reaching for the box of Kleenex and other moments that will leave you breathless.
Breathless Love by K.G. Fletcher
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is the third book in this series which can be read as a standalone. I highly suggest reading the previous books in this series as they are just as great. This is an author that I never hesitate to pick up. I enjoy her writing style as well as her attention to details that make her stories realistic. This book is no different. I found this book to be well written and hard to put down. An engaging romance story about chasing dreams when life is at a crossroads. I enjoyed how the characters pulled me into their world from the start. They are strong, connectable characters that add so much to the story. They have great growth as well as chemistry throughout the story. This is a fast paced story that is hard to put down. I highly recommend this book and this author.
Review by @bjwagner
Breathless Love by K.G. Fletcher
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
KG Fletcher always writes the best friends to lovers stories and this one wasn’t any different. You’ll fall in love with Hank and his troubles. And you’ll love the spunk of Ella Mae. The book is written to pull you in with such descriptive imagery. You’ll want to read all The Bennetts of Langston Falls books after you finish this one.
Breathless Love by K.G. Fletcher
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Hank & Ella Mae’s story is one that will touch your heart. Oh my goodness, the chemistry is sparking. Ella Mae is working through some real challenges with her brother and herself. Hank is a sweet, sweet cowboy that is the best kind of heart you could hope to find. The story is both heartwarming yet tragic. Faces from the Bennet family pop into the story (I sure hope we get Becky’s story, too). I love this author’s writing. It’s real, relatable and you feel the writing. I smiled, laughed and cried with them, tears of pain and joy. This is a beautiful story that will take you behind the scenes of a musical artist’s life. Gritty, yet if can be romantic. Oh, this is one of my favorite authors and this series will be joining my library. Absolute beauty.
Breathless Love by K.G. Fletcher
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Country music romance
Book 3 of The Bennetts of Langston Falls brings us Hank and Ella Mae’s story. It’s a composition made in country heaven. The writing is brilliant and draws you in, and I quickly became vested in the characters. It’s dual POV, which I love, and there is drama, romance and tension that keeps you turning the pages. This can be read as a stand-alone, but it’s worth catching up with all the Bennetts. Recommend.
