Posts

Sinful Vow (Dark Mafia Sins, book 1) by Emily Bowie – Review by Jennifer Reimer

/0 Comments/in /by

Sinful Vow (Dark Mafia Sins, #0.5)Sinful Vow by Emily Bowie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was the firs book I have read from this author. I usually don’t read this type of book, but I thought I would read it because I do enjoy reading mafia books. And this book did not disappoint. It was very well written and kept me interested the whole way thou that I finished it in a day. I was captivated by the story line and the characters in the book that I couldn’t stop reading it. The chemistry between Aly and Luca was intense and even thou they’re families are sworn enemies they still didn’t care and wanted to be together. This book was dark, action-packed, tragic, steamy, on your edge of your seat read. I really hope that there will be more books to this story.

View all my reviews

Sinful Vow (Dark Mafia Sins, book 1) by Emily Bowie – Review by Rachel Moss

/0 Comments/in /by

Sinful Vow (Dark Mafia Sins, #0.5)Sinful Vow by Emily Bowie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a really good book. This was a quick, steamy and violent book. This is an enemies to lovers, mafia romance. This book was enthralling and entertaining and had a good storyline. However I had a bit of a hard time getting into it because at times it seemed like the timeline would get messed up, or wouldn’t be made clear, and I just felt like there could have been some more filler scenes and information to make it easier to digest. I overall really enjoyed this book and can’t wait to read the next installment. Just be warned this is a dark romance, with explicit scenes and violence.

View all my reviews“>

Sinful Vow (Dark Mafia Sins, book 1) by Emily Bowie – Review by Elizabeth Sanchez

/0 Comments/in /by

Sinful Vow (Dark Mafia Sins, #0.5)Sinful Vow by Emily Bowie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Sinful Vow is the first book in the Dark Mafia Sins series. I have read book 2, and didn’t even realize this was from the same series until the very end. So clearly, I like this series, and now I want to read them all. They don’t have to be read in order, and can be enjoyed as stand alone. I was back and forth on if I wanted to read this book- I didn’t like the idea of Luca “stealing” Aly, but I love reading Mafia romance books. I am glad I took the chance, because it wasn’t as gruesome and awful of an event as it sounds. I really liked the development of the characters, and their relationship. I don’t want to give things away, but there is more to the story than the brief description lets on. While Luca is a mobster, killer, criminal, etc, he is also kind of sweet. Aly is strong and I love the life she built for herself. Highly recommend this book (and series) and can’t wait to get the next book in my hands.

View all my reviews

Reviewed by @way2gosmartguy

Sinful Vow (Dark Mafia Sins, book 1) by Emily Bowie – Review by Michelle Collier

/0 Comments/in /by

Sinful Vow (Dark Mafia Sins, #0.5)Sinful Vow by Emily Bowie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the first book in the Dark Mafia series and man is it good. Luca steals Aly the night before her arranged marriage. He always wanted her and now he has her. Now their 2 families are close to war. Can Luca and Aly get past all the obstacles and find their own happiness?

View all my reviews

Sinful Vow (Dark Mafia Sins, book 1) by Emily Bowie – Review by Robin Rankin

/0 Comments/in /by

Sinful Vow (Dark Mafia Sins, #0.5)Sinful Vow by Emily Bowie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Sinful Vow (Dark Mafia Sins Book 1)

What an introduction to this series.   The sparks started the moment they met and worked their way up into a very hot and volatile relationship.

I have had some nights recently it was hard to sleep so I decided to read, huge mistake. Instead of helping my quiet down enough to sleep I got sucked in and had a hard time putting it down.

There was something intriguing about Luca from the very beginning and the more I learned about him the more intrigued I was.

I have had the pleasure of reading this author before and look forward to getting caught up on this series.

View all my reviews

Sinful Vow (Dark Mafia Sins, book 1) by Emily Bowie – Review by stephanie nicole

/0 Comments/in /by

Sinful Vow (Dark Mafia Sins, #0.5)Sinful Vow by Emily Bowie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This author has quickly become one of my favorite authors. This mafia romance series has quickly become one of my favorite series and I simply can’t wait for out author to give us more. This story was filled with drama, angst, enemies to lovers, and so much more that I devoured it in one sitting. Luca is the perfect leading man with his hight, brilliant blue eyes, and his sexy smile. While Aly is smart and strong, and while she is the illegitimate child of the Mancini family she is still watched and protected by her father. What happens when these two enemies become lovers? You’ll have to read this story to find out for yourself.

View all my reviews

Sinful Vow (Dark Mafia Sins, book 1) by Emily Bowie – Review by Sarah Devereaux

/0 Comments/in /by

Sinful Vow (Dark Mafia Sins, #0.5)Sinful Vow by Emily Bowie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Sinful Vow is the first book in the Dark Mafia Sins series by this author.

Overall I really enjoyed this book. I liked the way the book switched back and forth between the main characters and I enjoyed that because it was the first book we got quite a bit of background info on the characters before we got to dive into the story. The twists in the storyline kept my attention and kept me wanting to keep reading. I found it hard to put the book down and read it quickly in just two sittings.
This was the first book I had read by this author, and it will not be my last. I am hooked on this series now and I look forward to reading the next book in the series.

View all my reviews

Sinful Vow (Dark Mafia Sins, book 1) by Emily Bowie – Review by Kristy Nelson

/0 Comments/in /by

Sinful Vow (Dark Mafia Sins, #0.5)Sinful Vow by Emily Bowie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

In the past I’ve avoided books like this because I was worried they focused more on the spice and less on the plot. This book definitely proved me wrong! It was a page turner from the start and driven by a very interesting storyline. The spice added to the story and didn’t feel distracting or forced. I will be adding more of this author’s work to be To Be Read list!

View all my reviews

Sinful Vow (Dark Mafia Sins, book 1) by Emily Bowie-Review by Elena Tobar

/0 Comments/in /by

Sinful Vow (Dark Mafia Sins, #0.5)Sinful Vow by Emily Bowie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Aly and Luca are meant to be. I love how this story starts from the time that Aly and Luca are young teens and follows them and their special connection until adulthood. From the moment they lay eyes on each other the connection is there pulling them towards each other no matter how much they may want to fight it. The chemistry between them is incredible and it made me swoon watching them grow closer but it is also heartbreaking seeing the misunderstandings that come between them. There is danger, action and so much shocking betrayal that they must face together. There are so many twists in this story that I just didn’t see coming. This is such a good story I can’t wait for the next one in this series!

View all my reviews

Sinful Vow (Dark Mafia Sins, book 1) by Emily Bowie – Review by Beverly Finnie

/0 Comments/in /by

Sinful Vow (Dark Mafia Sins, #0.5)Sinful Vow by Emily Bowie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Push pull push pull, that’s the best way to explain the dynamic between Aly and Luca! Sinful Vow flirts with the Romeo & Juliet Themes. Mafia families that are at war with each other. An outcast of a daughter from one and an adopted son from another will never admit their true desires for each other.
I love how Luca shows his colors early that he cares though Aly doesn’t realize it. He’s always watching and looking out for her. He may be mean and standoffish to make her feel otherwise but he cares. Does matter if she’s the enemy’s estranged daughter.
Till one day tragedy strikes and dear old dad decides to marry her off. Luca can’t have that so he goes all in for what’s his.
Does it work out?
Does it make the war worse?
How does dear old dad react?
You will have to just check it out. Well written and good character development, will cause you to get sucked in.

@placexba

View all my reviews

Sinful Vow (Dark Mafia Sins, book 1) by Emily Bowie – Review by Kerry Carr

/0 Comments/in /by

Sinful Vow (Dark Mafia Sins, #0.5)Sinful Vow by Emily Bowie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wow where to start with this story. It is action packed adventure, steamy romance and a story of two enemies turned lovers. The author does an amazing job with the characters making them so believable. The literally jump from the book and you go through a rollercoaster of emotions between loving and hating them.

Luca is part of the Rossi family. They are a big Mafia family whos main goal is to survive and keep their enemies away. Luca’s whole life revolves around protecting his family and destroying the rival family.
Aly is the daughter of the rival family. When Luca sees her as a way to destroy her family he kidnaps her to make her his bride.

What neither of them expected was to actually fall in love. What follows is a story of enemies that become lovers despite all the things telling them that they can’t be that way. Will the families call a truce and embrace this couples love? Or will it start a war that neither family can will be everyone can lose?

View all my reviews

Sinful Vow (Dark Mafia Sins, book 1) by Emily Bowie – Review by Trish Ann

/0 Comments/in /by

Sinful Vow (Dark Mafia Sins, #0.5)Sinful Vow by Emily Bowie
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

The mafia genre is not one of my comfort zone reads. With that said, I did enjoy this book.  I liked the protective nature of Luca and Aly’s fierce independence.  I thought the back and forth between the families was confusing at times but that could also be due to not being used to this particular genre.

View all my reviews

Sinful Vow (Dark Mafia Sins, book 1) by Emily Bowie – Review by Angelina Frazzini

/0 Comments/in /by

Sinful Vow (Dark Mafia Sins, #0.5)Sinful Vow by Emily Bowie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the first book of the series. I couldn’t put it down!

Luca and Aly were an unexpected couple but I think they are so great together! I don’t want to give away too many details of the story because it’s just that good!

Aly is tough. She’s had to be. She gives as good as she gets. Luca is your typical alpha mafia guy. I really liked them together even with the events of the story. I really enjoyed the whole book!

View all my reviews

Sinful Vow ( Dark Mafia Sins, book 1) by Emily Bowie – Review by Jules Herbert

/0 Comments/in /by

Sinful Vow (Dark Mafia Sins, #0.5)Sinful Vow by Emily Bowie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Luca Rossi and Aly Mancini are from two rival families they so they typically shouldn’t be together! Luca sets out to have Aly as his own in order to get back at her father but soon realises that might not be the only reason she is all he can focus on. No path to love is going to be easy for them and in this book that is so true. You are kept on the edge of your seat waiting to see what will happen not only for this couple but also for those around them. From the first word to the very last there was always something happening in this action packed, dark steamy romance.

View all my reviews

Sinful Vow (Dark Mafia Sins book 1) by Emily Bowie -Review by Ashly Renner

/0 Comments/in /by

Sinful Vow (Dark Mafia Sins, #0.5)Sinful Vow by Emily Bowie

First time book reviewer here! Sinful Vow by Emily Bowie was a great read. I am a fast reader, but I was shocked at just how fast I devoured this book! I love strong characters and that is what you get with Luca and Aly. I was instantly hooked! I would recommend this book to any fan of romantic fiction. I hope there is more to come with their love story!

View all my reviews

Sinful Vow (Dark Mafia Sins, book 1) by Emily Bowie – Review by Angela Hayes

/0 Comments/in /by

Sinful Vow (Dark Mafia Sins, #0.5)Sinful Vow by Emily Bowie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

Sinful Vow is Book #1 in Dark Mafia Sins series by Emily Bowie. It is a dark contemporary romance with an enemies to lovers element, mafia politics, danger, drama, tension, suspense, action, angst, emotion, banter, and family rivalry- all wrapped up into a bit of an intense and gritty read.
I am loving this series, even though I came into it a little backwards by reading book two first, but luckily the stories read well as standalones. I am well and truly hooked on the Dark Mafia Sins now and can’t wait to dive into more.
Happy Reading!

Thank you, Emily Bowie!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

View all my reviews

Sinful Vow (Dark Mafia Sins, book 1) by Emily Bowie – Review by Rosanna Ingram

/0 Comments/in /by

Sinful Vow (Dark Mafia Sins, #0.5)Sinful Vow by Emily Bowie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Ever since their paths crossed years ago, Luca has vowed to protect Aly…whether she thinks she needs it or not. However, the night before she is set to marry one of her father’s men, Luca steals her away and announces she will marry him instead. He believes he is using her as leverage in a war between the families…so why is his heart getting involved? She knows she is being used and doesn’t know which side she can truly trust…but her heart is getting involved, too! Is she just a pawn in a game? Or is she the queen he has needed since years ago? When loyalties are tested…is their alliance strong enough to last?

I enjoyed this story. Sat down and read it one sitting. I liked both main characters…and Luca’s right hand man is a fun character, too! There are some twists and turns that I didn’t see coming and kept the story interesting. Overall, an entertaining read that kept me turning the pages. There is hinting at the end at what the next story might be…and I am looking forward to it.

View all my reviews

Sinful Vow (Dark Mafia Sins, book 1) by Emily Bowie – Review by Amanda Glaspie

/0 Comments/in /by

Sinful Vow (Dark Mafia Sins, #0.5)Sinful Vow by Emily Bowie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I never thought of myself as a Mafia themed reader but this is the second series and this was another that did not disappoint. Aly and Luca both have a troubled childhoods that led them to paths niether pictured themselves in. The start of the book was a little slow and jumpy. I was hoping for a little more background of Aly and Luca as it started the book in the last jumping to different points in their lives. Each time frame gave a brief history and encounter. However, the build up and ending make up for the slow start. I wouldn’t mind following Aly and Luca further to see where their lives take them.

View all my reviews

Sinful Vow (Dark Mafia Sins, book 1) by Emily Bowie – Review by Corine Lombardi-Quiles

/0 Comments/in /by

Sinful Vow (Dark Mafia Sins, #0.5)Sinful Vow by Emily Bowie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I will forever be a fan of smut.
I felt like I read this story before but without the spice.
I enjoyed that it was a quick and exciting.
Just enough thrill and spice to keep me turning the page.
Oh the MC is one I will be thinking of for awhile.
A very vivid picture was made with this author and that really set the story apart.
I am so happy this is a series because I need to know what happens next.
This book is what I needed to get out of a slump.
If you are a fan of mafia and family feuds, love and spice,
This is it.
I have never heard of this author before that was refreshing because it is very well written and entertaining.

View all my reviews

Sinful Vow (Dark Mafia Sins, book 1) by Emily Bowie – Review by Heidi Schoolman

/0 Comments/in /by

Sinful Vow (Dark Mafia Sins, #0.5)Sinful Vow by Emily Bowie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the first book in the Dark Mafia series and is 198 pages in length. This story follows Luca and Aly. Their families are rivals. Luca has been there for Aly and has always wanted her for himself. Aly cares about Luca and can depend on him. The problem starts when Aly’s father arranges for her to get married to someone else. This drives Luca to take matters into his own hands and now the families are on the verge of war. Luca and Aly have a complicated paste – but can they have a future?

View all my reviews

Sinful Vow (Dark Mafia Sins, book 1) by Emily Bowie – Review by Edie Kelleher

/0 Comments/in /by

Sinful Vow (Dark Mafia Sins, #0.5)Sinful Vow by Emily Bowie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Talk about edge of my seat! This story was exploding in suspense and action. I loved the chemistry sizzling off the pages between Luca and Aly, Luca being such a intense consuming character against Aly’s sweet yet strong persona. A very raw, dark and emotional romance, sit down and enjoy the ride because I can guarantee you wont be able to put this book down.

View all my reviews

Sinful Vow ( Dark Mafia Sins Book 1) by Emily Bowie – Review by Caralee Loonat

/0 Comments/in /by

Sinful Vow (Dark Mafia Sins, #0.5)Sinful Vow by Emily Bowie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wow what more can I say. I like to delve into mafia romances every now and then and this one was not what I expected. I as not disappointed. I like how the author builds up the drama in this book and the chemistry between the characters is really dynamic. I was on the edge of my seat wanting to know what was gonna happen next. I like how the author outlines each characters life to start with and how they became entwined.

I like how the characters are realistic. I also like how I was drawn into the book and felt as though I was right there with the action. I will definitely be reading more from this author and this series.
Reviewed by @caraleeloonat

View all my reviews

Sinful Vow (Dark Mafia Sins, book 1) by Emily Bowie – Review by Ashley Westerman

/0 Comments/in /by

Sinful Vow (Dark Mafia Sins, #0.5)Sinful Vow by Emily Bowie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I found a new author to love! I loved this book it was great and hooked me from the beginning and kept my interest throughout. I read this so fast! So much action, suspense and romance. I really rooted for the characters. I can’t wait to see what the author has in store for is throughout the rest of the series!

View all my reviews

Sinful Vow (Dark Mafia Sins, book 1) by Emily Bowie – Review by Felicia Bates

/0 Comments/in /by

Sinful Vow (Dark Mafia Sins, #0.5)Sinful Vow by Emily Bowie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I wasn’t sure what to make of Sinful Vow at first. It was much more “spicy” than I anticipated straight off the bat but it simultaneously had my undivided attention.
I liked how the narrative switched between both main characters and as the first book in a series, I felt like we were given a good background on all characters and each one really had a lot of depth.
I knew going into this that there was a romance element to the genre and originally found myself wishing there was more action, that wish was granted pretty quickly. This book truly exceeded all expectations and I look forward to more from this author.

View all my reviews

Sinful Vow (Dark Mafia Sins, book 1) by Emily Bowie – Review by Deb Robinson

/0 Comments/in /by

Sinful Vow (Dark Mafia Sins, #0.5)Sinful Vow by Emily Bowie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a book I could not put down. This is the first time I have read a book by this author and I was not disappointed in any way. The author was able to grab my attention and keep it throughout the entire book. The mafia world is a scary down right competitive backdrop to this book. I loved the protective instincts of our main characters even though they come from different mafia families at war. You will find the story line very intriguing and well as keeping you on your toes with all the beautifully written plot twists. I will certainly be reading book two.

View all my reviews

Sinful Vow (Dark Mafia Sins, book 1) by Emily Bowie – Review by Lyndsey Fairley

/0 Comments/in /by

Sinful Vow (Dark Mafia Sins, #0.5)Sinful Vow by Emily Bowie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This a new series and if all the rest coming are like this one, then hold on for the ride.
Not my first read by this author and she just has a way to pull you right in from the start and feel for each character pretty fast.

I loved these 2 and their back and forth. I really was turning pages to see what would happen next. Must read

View all my reviews

Sinful Vow (Dark Mafia Sins, book 1) by Emily Bowie – Review by Charlisa Wahtomy-Alba

/0 Comments/in /by

Sinful Vow (Dark Mafia Sins, #0.5)Sinful Vow by Emily Bowie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Aly and Luca probably couldn’t be more opposite if they tried, but they mesh well together. Aly wants nothing more than to get away from everything and everyone connected to her name while Luca is doing everything to gain the respect and take the place of his adopted father one day. When Luca finds out that Aly is to be married he kidnaps her from her father’s home. By doing so he has started a war that has been building up for years. His intention has always been to get revenge on Mr. Mancini for killing his two friends when he was a child, but when it comes to Aly he has a bit of a soft spot. Will Luca finally get his revenge or will these two families finally be able to make peace?

I can’t express enough how this book was to read. I don’t recall a Mafia romance where I was sucked in from the very first page. I look forward to reading the rest of the books in this series.

View all my reviews

Sinful Vow (Dark Mafia Sins, book 1) by Emily Bowie – Review by Tracy Manderson

/0 Comments/in /by

Sinful Vow (Dark Mafia Sins, #0.5)Sinful Vow by Emily Bowie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the first book in the dark mafia sins series and OMG this is a great book and I fell in love could not put this book down I ended up finishing it in one day. This is a dark romance with a twist.
Luca Rossi is cocky and ruthless, when she look into his eyes, all she see his is hatred for what she represent. He is the heir to her family’s greatest rival within the Italian mafia but he also has a keen sense of when I need him the most.
Aly is the illegitimate child of Mancini family; she’s not welcomed 100% into the family but she’s left in the outskirts with protection and her dad’s loyal eye. The night before her arranged wedding Luca comes in like a thief he is and steals her setting off a war that had been brewing for years.
Now he expects her to marry him is he crazy? What about her fiancé? What about her Family? Can they overcome being enemies to lovers? Will they have a happily ever after?

You will need to read this story to find out…
Tracy

@tracym

View all my reviews

Sinful Vow (Dark Mafia Sins, book 1) by Emily Bowie – Review by La Toya Lewis

/0 Comments/in /by

Sinful Vow (Dark Mafia Sins, #0.5)Sinful Vow by Emily Bowie
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Sinful Vow was an interesting read. It’s a story about a young man adopted by a mafia Don that ends up meeting and falling for the daughter of the Don of the rival family. While I liked the character of Aly it was hard to root for her to be with Luca. He reads like a sociopath and she is his possession. It was very difficult to believe that he loved her and therefore very difficult to root for them. I was screaming for her to run in the other direction. I liked reading about Aly’s relationship with her mom. I wish we could have had more of that. Aly was a smart girl that just doesn’t realize that the man she loves is just like her father, with who she has a lot of issues. I’m not sure if this was intended but character-wise, it’s understandable. There’s lots of good action and it is a quick read. All in all, I liked it.

View all my reviews

Sinful Vow (Dark Mafia Sins, book 1) by Emily Bowie – Review by Tausha Treadway

/0 Comments/in /by

Sinful Vow (Dark Mafia Sins, #0.5)Sinful Vow by Emily Bowie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Sinful Vow (Dark Mafia Sins, book 1) by Emily Bowie. I love Mafia book and I love some romance so this was my dream book. It was amazing. Its the story of Luca Rossi who has never had a easy time in life. Luca ends up meeting Mafia Boss Nicoli Rossi and he adopted Luca. This is what opened many doors for Luca. When Luca meets Aly Mancini who is the daughter of the Rossi’s family rival he is smitten. Aly was taken with Luca as well and felt safe with him even though she knew he was dangerous. When Aly’s father arranges for her to marry someone Luca is not happy. He is willing to do whatever he needs to in order to stop it. Even though their romance is forbidden because of feuding families they know deep down they should be together. Will they be able to put off Aly’s dad and his arranged marriage or will she have to spend the rest of her life as a pawn in her families deadly game?

View all my reviews