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No Way Out (Mafia Elite, book 1) by Amy McKinley – Review by Heidi Sturgess

No Way Out (Mafia Elite, #1)No Way Out by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

So Liliana belongs to one of the mafia families which makes her a mafia princess which sounds great but being a female she’s probably going to be married off to either a monster or an older man or both 🤮 in any case they do this to strengthen the family or for power … sick I know but daddy dearest is going to meet his match because our girl isn’t going down without a fight 💥😉

So Max is a soldier but to me he’s her knight in shining armour that will protect with his life and devour her in one bite 🔥💥 he’s is soooooo yummy and I’d offer myself on a platter to be protected 🤣😱🔥

There’s was enough spice and suspense to keep me on my toes but there was also a few tender moments , I know I’m twisted to say a mafia read has tender moments but hey it’s all in the eye of the beholder 🤣❣️📕🔥😉

Brilliant way to get into the families 😉

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No Way Out (Mafia Elite, book 1) by Amy McKinley – Review by Ana Evelyn

No Way Out (Mafia Elite, #1)No Way Out by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Since this series can be read as stand alones , I started on book 4. Naturally I continued the order 5, and 6. However I want more! I was hesitant to start the begging book well because these other books kind of spoiled some things for me if you would. However, boy was I wrong! There were MANY surprises for me!! I never felt bored once. I always love that we get both sides to the story so we can be inside both characters minds. We get to see Lil being a strong & fierce woman who overcomes many obstacles. We see Max doing whatever it takes to protect & care for those he loves. (Literally anything) . This book was action packed, suspenseful, feisty, heart warming. I loved going back to the beginning and reading about where it it all started, and about the OG’s of the gang!

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No Way Out (Mafia Elite, book 1) by Amy McKinley – Review by Stephanie Robb

No Way Out (Mafia Elite, #1)No Way Out by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is book one in the Mafia Elite series. This can be read as a standalone.
This book is a dual point of view perspective of Liliana and Max.
Wow this certainly packs a punch, we follow Liliana who appears to have the perfect life and a loving family from the outside sadly all she wants to do is escape the clutches of her father. As she returns to her Fathers home after graduating college, she is introduced to her new body guard Max, her main concern is breaking free from her fathers clutches and trusting Max.
Max is from another branch of the Mafia and is infiltrating the family, he changes his appearance and his name to Matt Trambino. He is on a mission to reunite Liliana with her estranged grandfather Vincenzo.
This was the first book I have read by Amy Mckinley and it certainly will not be the last. The character development was unbelievable and totally immersed me within the story. I could not put this down and devoured this in one sitting. This book is full of action, thrills, suspense and hot romance.

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No Way Out (Mafia Elite, book 1) by Amy McKinley – Review by Kay Stritesky

No Way Out (Mafia Elite, #1)No Way Out by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

From start to finish Amy McKinley is able to capture your attention and keep it! A book that is part of a series but can very much be read on their own, No Way Out has twists and turns and enough suspense to keep you turning the page!
This book presents readers with a strong female lead and characters that are so well developed as you read the story is brought to life!
I am hooked on this series!

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No Way Out (Mafia Elite Series Book 1) by Amy McKinley – Review by Helen Dawkins

No Way Out (Mafia Elite, #1)No Way Out by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Absolutely Amazing! The author, Amy McKinley, definitely knows how to balance the right amount of action, suspense, and romance. “No Way Out” is focused on the story of Max (Matt) and Lilana. The book is told through both of their POV’s and I absolutely love that we get to know both of their viewpoints. Both main characters have a troubled past, and truthfully a troubled present. The book was fast-paced, but was not so fast that you didn’t understand what was happening and why. I am in awe that Liliana is such a badass, and so are the other “Mafia Princesses”. The interaction with Max and Liliana was just enough of darkness that kept you on your toes, but not so much where it was off-putting. Every page had me wanting more, and wondering what would happen next. One of the best books I have read by this author. I am looking forward to reading the second book in this series!

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No Way Out (Mafia Elite, book 1) by Amy McKinley – Review by Crystal Jimenez

No Way Out (Mafia Elite, #1)No Way Out by Amy McKinley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I did not read this series in the correct order, and this one seemed a little slow going at first. But I will say there were plenty of twists and spice to the book though. Now don’t get me wrong, the book was great, as is the whole series that I have read so far, I’m just saying this one wasn’t my number one. Still, you should give it a shot and read this book and the whole series.

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No Way Out (Mafia Elite Series Book 1) by Amy McKinley – Review by Hannah Porter

No Way Out (Mafia Elite, #1)No Way Out by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I am reading author Amy McKinley for the first time and I’ve got to say I was not disappointed at all. Her story telling was awesome. I like that it swaps between Liliana and Max’s POVs because it helps me see the characters’ thought process 😊. If you like strong badass females and a protective alpha male (the good kind) this is a definite must read! Has Action,Romance, and suspense. Cannot wait to continue the series.🙌

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No Way Out (Mafia Elite Book #1) Amy McKinley Reviewed By Christina Gran

No Way Out (Mafia Elite, #1)No Way Out by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Book #1 No Way Out

Gripping, full of suspense, could not turn the page fast enough.
My first Amy McKinley read, but certainly won’t be my last! Couldn’t wait to pick up book 2 of the series.

Mafia princess, Lillianna Brambrilla is the daughter of the head of the Brambilla crime family—one of the most powerful mafia families in America. While her life presents as perfect to those on the outside, what happens behind closed doors is another story.
Max Caruso, son of a rival family has befriended Lillianna’s maternal grandfather and together they devise a plan in hopes that Max can infiltrate the Brambrilla compound and save Lil from her father’s clutches!
Lillianna is tough as nails and can hold her own—dependent upon no one. Through twists and turns, while sparks between Max & Lil continue to fly, Lil needs to decide can she let her guard down enough to trust Max, even though she assumes he is one of her father’s henchmen?

Riveting romance with affable characters that the reader can’t help but to fall in love with and leave them rooting for Lil & Max’s “happily ever after” .

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No Way Out (Mafia Elite Book 1) by Amy McKinley – Review by Heather Watson

No Way Out (Mafia Elite, #1)No Way Out by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

No Way Out by Amy McKinley is the first installment of the Mafia series. I really liked how the series started. This was a book that left opens for more stories to come. I hope the continue reads will answer the questions that are left unsaid in this book. I was surprised at how things twist in Max and Lil’s story, it made interesting to see what was going to happen next. I couldn’t put this book down once I got past the slow begin. I am ready to continue reading this series to find out what happens next with this character loaded book.

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No Way Out (Mafia Elite Series Book 1) by Amy McKinley – Review by Elizabeth Rose

No Way Out (Mafia Elite, #1)No Way Out by Amy McKinley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the first book in the Mafia Elite series and tells the story of Max and Liliana. It’s very well written with lots of romance, action, twists and turns. The alternating POV makes is easy to feel like you’re right there with the characters living their story.

There are so many great characters in these books. I LOVE all of the strong women in this series and their friendship and unbreakable bond. And the men? Let’s just say they could protect me anytime!

This is my second Mafia Elite book to read so obviously I’m reading them out of order. They can function as stand-alone reads but definitely build on one another.

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No Way Out (Mafia Elite Series Book 1) by Amy McKinley – Review by Regina Williams

No Way Out (Mafia Elite, #1)No Way Out by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Growing up in the mafia is nowhere near easy. In this book you follow Max and Lil, two kids raised and breed to be mafia leaders. What I like about this book is nothing is as it originally seems. From arranged marriages to family drama this book keeps you on your toes. Can’t wait to read the next book.

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No Way Out (Mafia Elite, book 1) by Amy McKinley – Review by Allison Davis

No Way Out (Mafia Elite, #1)No Way Out by Amy McKinley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I did not start with this book for this series. It was a accident but I knew after reading Savage Secrets I had to come back and read the other ones! I am a complete sucker for a mafia romance and this one did not disappoint. Mac and Lil have such a great story. With out even knowing each other they knew the other was going to be hard to stay away from. Amy does an amazing job at balancing the romance, suspense, and action throughout her books! Can’t wait to move on to the next one!

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No Way Out (Mafia Elite Book 1) by Amy McKinley – Review by Yellowtulips11

No Way Out (Mafia Elite, #1)No Way Out by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

No Way Out by Amy McKinley is the first book in the Mafia Elite Series. In this book we meet Liliana Brambilla, the daughter of one of the Heads of the Five Families that make up the Cosa Nostra organization. Stuck under her father’s rule, Liliana just wants freedom and independence to make her own decisions. She is surrounded by her close friends and they give her comfort and peace, however, her world is disrupted when she meets her new bodyguard “Matt”.

“Matt’s” real name is Max. He has infiltrated the family at the orders of Liliana’s grandfather in Sicily. He has made himself invaluable to them in order to get close to Liliana. When he becomes her personal bodyguard, he finds himself feeling more deeply for her than he anticipated. The two collide as they are up against violence and betrayals. Their story is hot and passionate and keeps you on the edge of your seat and ready to see what the rest of the series holds in store!

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Mafia Elite Series BoxSet: Volume One (Mafia Elite Series Books #1 – 3) by Amy McKinley – Review by Angela Hayes

Mafia Elite Series Box Set: Volume One Kindle EditionMafia Elite Series Box Set: Volume One Kindle Edition by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

 

5 Stars

 

This fantastic boxset contains the first three books in the Mafia Elite series by Amy McKinley. Ms. McKinley is one of my favourite authors, and this series is a testament to her talents. This boxset is a wonderful introduction to the Mafia Elite series- with three books in one, hello- #winning.
But trust me when I say that you are bound to develop an addiction to her books and go searching for more. So, you will be happy to know that there are not only more books in this series, but also an extensive back-catalogue of the authors other books too- which are also excellent reading in their own rights.
This Boxset contains No Way Out (Book #1), Blood Oath (Book #2), and Born In Darkness (Book #3). Below are my individual reviews for these books to give you a little taste of what to expect…..

 

NO WAY OUT (Mafia Elite Book #1):
5 Stars
ALL THE FREAKING STARS!!!! OMG!!! Amy McKinley has outdone herself, AGAIN!!!!
No Way Out is the incredible first instalment in the Mafia Elite series by the supremely talented Amy McKinley. I know I keep saying this with every new release of hers, but this is definitely a new favourite for me.
It is a fantastic mafia romance/romantic suspense, with plenty of action, violence, danger, drama, mafia politics, intrigue, tension, chemistry, sizzle, secrets, revenge, and emotion.
I fell for Max and Liliana right from the beginning- they were such great characters- quite complex, fully developed individuals with depth and their own unique quirks and flaws.
I really don’t want to give too much away and spoil the story for you… But will leave you with this little tidbit. Max has an agenda that has taken a lot of time and planning to finetune before he can now, finally, let it all unfold. He has been tasked with protecting his mentor’s granddaughter, on top of his own plans to exact a little revenge and right past wrongs. He never expected that he would be so drawn to the young woman he was sent to protect. Having more in common with her than he first thought. But she is no defenceless flower, as he soon discovers- she’s one kick-butt mafia princess. But with secrets, agendas, politics, and sinister intentions- it’s not long before they are neck deep in a dangerous situation. It definitely made for an intense, suspenseful, edge of my seat read!!! Another gem to add to Ms. McKinley’s crown!

 

BLOOD OATH (Mafia Elite Book #2):
5 Stars

Second book into this amazing series and Ms. McKinley has hit it out of the park again!!! Blood Oath is the second fantastic book in the Mafia Elite series by Amy McKinley. As with the first book, this is a brilliant mafia romance- a romantic suspense story with an action-packed plot, secrets, dramatic developments, mafia politics, intrigue, tension, chemistry, steamy encounters, emotion, and more…
This book continues what we started in book one, but this is Sofia and Enzo’s story (whom we met in book one as supporting characters). I loved all the interconnected details and intriguing threads that Ms. McKinley is weaving through her stories, and series. It makes for riveting reading. I have a new addiction and I can’t wait for my next fix!!!

 

BORN IN DARKNESS (Mafia Elite Book #3):
5 Stars

So, after finishing this and having read most, if not all 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 so excited to dive in- and now I can 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!

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 BoxSet, or series!!!
Happy reading!

Thank you, Amy McKinley!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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No Way Out (Mafia Elite Book1) by Amy McKinley, reviewed by Nichole Chrisman

No Way Out (Mafia Elite, #1)No Way Out by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Amy McKinley is a fantastic author whose writing drew me in right away. Her first book in this mafia series is fantastic! The mysterious assassin turned mafia princess bodyguard, their building relationship, and the twist at the end (totally didn’t expect that) made for a great read!

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No Way Out (Mafia Elite, book 1) by Amy McKinley – Review by Terri Jo McAllister

No Way Out (Mafia Elite, #1)No Way Out by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Maximus Caruso was thought dead. Growing up and learning the family business in Italy, Max was biding his time. Well now is that time and change was coming to the Italian American mafia. First he had to secure a few things. Liliana Brambilla was a captive in her own house. It was only her and her father, the boss of the Brambilla family and that’s all she was to him, his property. Planning her escape before her father marries her off to who knows, she is aided by her father’s newest hire, but is she trading one prison for another. This book is the first in a new generation of mafia families.

Reviewed by Terri Jo McAllister

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NO WAY OUT (MAFIA ELITE BOOK 1) BY AMY MCKINLEY REVIEWED BY CARLIE DEL GALLO

No Way Out (Mafia Elite, #1)No Way Out by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book revolves around 5 mafia families, and I am a sucker for Mafia Romances. This book had me on the edge of my seat with every twist and turn that the characters had to face. Max and Lil try and fight the attraction that they feel towards one another through the whole book. With terrible family situations that arise for both of them, they have to learn to rely on one another. This is the first of many books in this series and I will be reading all of them as they are WONDERFUL BOOKS!

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No Way Out (Mafia Elite, book 1) by Amy McKinley – Review by Jacque Flynn

No Way Out (Mafia Elite, #1)No Way Out by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Five mafia families making up and ruling the city. Friends, family, and enemies all collide in this book. Lil and Max, who hid his identity from the Mafia, as Matt for much of the book, are a great couple with some crappy dads and a complicated past. I love Lil and her friends, also members of the Mafia family. Just them getting dressed is fun to read as you figure out how many weapons the girls can hide in how many pieces of clothing and accessories. Some steamy scenes between Lil and Max and some Mafia mayhem made this book impossible to put down.

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No Way Out (Mafia Elite, book 1) by Amy McKinley – Review by Candice Robinson Estes

No Way Out (Mafia Elite, #1)No Way Out by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Who knew that books centered on Mafia families and their lives could be so well written that you can’t help but be drawn in from the very beginning and don’t want to leave at the end? No Way Out is an amazing start to what I am sure will be a series full of intrigue, romance, and situations I am sure only the Mafia could land the characters in. The characters are easy to get attached to, especially Liliana and her friends who have all grown up in the mafia families of Chicago, but also struggle at times to maintain their own humanity and in the background are trying to solve a mystery from their collective past. Max and Liliana come together in a less than ideal way, but the unexpected twists and the suspense, along with action and just enough romance to keep it interesting and believable without being over the top, make this book one that I was unable to put down. The story is told from both Max and Liliana’s perspectives, giving you a deeper understanding of the story as a whole, and more completely drawing you into their world and their individual stories as well as their shared story together. Liliana is Mafia princess who is also a strong, determined woman who is used to looking out for herself. Max is a bodyguard with a mysterious background and a reason to want to protect Liliana. With so many loose ends in the background of this story, I can’t wait to see where this series is heading from here.

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No Way Out (Mafia Elite, book 1) by Amy McKinley – Review by Megan Conley

No Way Out (Mafia Elite, #1)No Way Out by Amy McKinley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Amy McKinley was a new author for me and she did not disappoint! She hooks you from the beginning and never lets go. This is an incredible mafia romance filled with intrigue, spice, and twists and turns you won’t want to miss. She had me invested in Max and Liliana from the beginning. I love her character development of them individually and together. I’d have to say that Liliana is by far one of my favorite female characters. She is a strong, beautifully independent badass who can definitely handle herself!

I also love how McKinley alternates between Max and Liliana so that the readers are able to see both characters inner thoughts and workings. You aren’t left guessing how either character feels about any situation. She does a great job of moving the plot forward without adding a bunch of extra floof! I cannot wait to read book 2!

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No Way Out (Mafia Elite, book 1) by Amy McKinley – Review by Tori Werkheiser

No Way Out (Mafia Elite, #1)No Way Out by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

O.MG. This book captivated me from the very beginning. I was sucked in so fast it made my head spin. The writing was so beautifully done, descriptive, and flowing that it all played out like a perfect movie in my head. I felt like I was there witnessing everything in real-time. There were so many characters to keep up with but I loved every minute of learning about each new character and seeing how they all fit in to create this absolutely chaotic mafia world.

I haven’t gotten too much into mafia romance before but this series is gonna make me want more of it I can already tell just from this first book.

This book was very much a fast-paced page turner with twists I did not see coming which was nice cause I love a good surprise and they just kept on coming. I felt so many emotions while reading this from fear to rage and worry to even love. This book was so good I adored the way the relationship unfolded so genuinely and perfectly. It is one of those relationships where it is just meant to be no matter how you look at it and I cannot wait to devour the rest of the books in this series. Amy Mckinley has a way of writing intense fight scenes that actually scared me then turning it around and write an equally captivating romance scene that makes me feels all the angst and as if im the one fighting to fall for the sexy mystery Mafia guy. Uhhh this was just so good. If you want fight and fury read this. If you want passion and power read this. If you want true love that you’d go to the ends of the earth fighting for read this. Its got it all.

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No Way Out (Mafia Elite, book 1) by Amy McKinley – Review by Dani Honeycutt

No Way Out (Mafia Elite, #1)No Way Out by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the first book that I have read from this author. The story is definitely a “hook, line, and sinker”. I was hooked from the first few chapters. I love how Max and Liliana have their own story lines that are even intertwined. Liliana is one of my favorite characters! She is so strong willed and wants out of her family’s shadows and ploys. Max is absolutely consumed by his revenge and that makes the story so much wilder! This was a great read.

Reviewed by @danihoneycutt

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No Way Out (Mafia Elite, Book 1) by Amy McKinley- Review by Skylar Daniels

No Way Out (Mafia Elite, #1)No Way Out by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a way to kick of a new series! I was hooked from beginning to end. I love mafia romance, and this was the perfect example of that genre! Action, tension, angst, romance! This book had it all and more! There is that attraction between Max and Lilian, Lord! I could feel that coming off the pages! The author knew exactly how to transport you in her world. I’m excited to read her next book in the series.

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No Way Out(Mafia Elite Book 1) by Amy McKinley review by Heather Knalls

No Way Out (Mafia Elite, #1)No Way Out by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Mafia princess Liliana is being used and held by her father for his own gain. Her grandfather Vincenzo has hired Max to go in and save her and bring her home so that he can be with her since her mother was murdered. After her mother was murdered her father Benito told her that her grandfather was the one to have her killed. Max is also a member of the Italian American mafia however no one but there elder know. His father Antonio Caruso left him in an Italian hospital to die as a young child. Now Max has been hired by Benito as one of his soldiers not knowing who he truly is. Liliana feels that Max has kidnapped her against her will even though he is saving her from Benito’s control. Will everything work in favor of Liliana and Max. This was an amazing first book in the series.

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No Way Out (Mafia Elite, book 1) by Amy McKinley – Review by Bethany Leigh Rucker

No Way Out (Mafia Elite, #1)No Way Out by Amy McKinley

After hiding out after his mother’s death, Matt/Max is back to take what belongs to him. It does not matter who stands in his way, including his own father. He just needs to stick to his plan and try not to let the one complication that has come to light stray him from his mission. That complication, however, is LOVE. Liliana has also lost her mother, and the only parent she felt ever loved her. Will she be able to survive with her father and his people, or is she just another pawn in his long-term game? This book is one you won’t want to put down. I made myself take a break from going straight into book #2. The author did a great job, and I can’t wait to learn more about these mafia families. The suspense and action in this book kept me wanting more and more!

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No Way Out (Mafia Elite, book 1) by Amy McKinley – Review by Dahnielle Hibbert

No Way Out (Mafia Elite, #1)No Way Out by Amy McKinley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

While this story began a little slow I eventually got to the point where I couldn’t put it down. I loved both Max and Liliana. They are such angsty, strong characters who drive this story. All the characters in this tale are well fleshed out and complex even the secondary characters. The dangers that come bring these two closer together and boy does it get steamy. The chemistry is off the charts. This book has villains, heroes, awesome friendships and obvious matches for upcoming novels. Truly a good read!!

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No Way Out (Mafia Elite, book 1) by Amy McKinley – Review by Shea Gilkerson

No Way Out (Mafia Elite, #1)No Way Out by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Strong start to a mafia series! Suspense, politics, a large cast of characters (both likeable and ones you love to hate), assasins, mafia princesses, arranged marriages, bodyguards…this book has so many aspects that keep you enthralled, and it’s put together beautifully by an author who knows how to keep you involved in her world. Lil is an excellent female protaganist, Max is a dominant alpha male, and this story is an enthralling trip through their relationship as it grows and changes. I’ll be reading more books by this author!

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No Way Out (Mafia Elite, book 1) by Amy McKinley – Review by Jenny See

No Way Out (Mafia Elite, #1)No Way Out by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I don’t even know where to start… this is a perfect Mafia romance book. The story is spectacular. It has a little bit of everything you could want in a Mafia romance plus some. I like that the author has the family trees at the beginning of the book, it’s very helpful. The characters are awesome. I want to be friends with Liliana, Sophia, and Emiliana (who are Mafia Princesses); they take this story from good to great. This is Liliana’s story, of how she breaks free from the world she’s trapped in and finds love along the way with Max. Max fell in love with Lil before he had even met her, and he’ll do anything to keep her safe. Now… on to Mafia Elite Book 2: Blood Oath.

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No Way Out: An Arranged Marriage Mafia Romance (Mafia Elite Book 1) by Amy McKinley – Review by Roxsanne Lesieur.

No Way Out (Mafia Elite, #1)No Way Out by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Liliana Brambilla is the daughter of one of the Five Families in the Cosa Nostra, they are all Italian-Americans and are all a part of the Mafia and because Liliana is a Mafia Princess, she is known to be untouchable to those around her, as much as they may want to. Max is another member of the Mafia, however, he has been brought up by the Sicilian branch of the families and knows Liliana’s grandfather, but when he goes to America to infiltrate into an arm of the five families, he changes his appearance and his name to Matt Trambino so that his identity remains a secret, all so that he can protect Lilliana.

Liliana has graduated from college and returned to the fold and her family home, however, life isn’t as straight forward or as pleasant as it seems from the outside, the only saving grace is that she has her small circle of best friends who would do anything for each other and in the past have. To anyone outside of that circle though, her life is perfect, a loving family and wants for nothing, but behind closed doors, she is trapped and will only gain her freedom when her father deems it the right time. Max’s plan is right on schedule, he is disrupting the branch of the family he has chosen in order to become vital in their day to day running, this all changes when he becomes her bodyguard, he realises that the feelings he had from looking at her photograph were nothing compared to real life.

Lilliana is introduced to her new bodyguard, or as she sees it, another soldier under her fathers thumb, but can she trust him to keep her safe, or will her father marry her off to the person who can offer him the best deal in exchange, moving her from one gilded cage to another first? This is an action packed dark romance with an undercurrent of violence which will keep you engaged and on your toes as a mix of truth, lies and secrets threaten to tear apart the life of a young woman who only wants her independence and the ability to be free.

Reviewed by @roxsannel

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No Way Out (Mafia Elite, book 1) by Amy McKinley – Review by Susan Ratchford

No Way Out (Mafia Elite, #1)No Way Out by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

No Way Out- Mafia Elite: Book #1 By Amy McKinley
Review by Susan Ratchford

5 stars

Liliana Brambilla is a Mafia princess who has been used by her father in his struggle for power for as long as she can remember. Untrusting, she believes everyone is in her fathers, Benito Brambilla’s pocket. That is until she meets her new protector Matt “Max” whom she finally feels she can trust and will keep her safe. That is, until he reveals who he really is…
McKinley’s work is sexy, imaginative, and detailed. I could feel the electricity between the main characters immediately. Riveting and action packed I could not put it down! With twists and turns that keep you on the edge of your seat. Mckinley sets the scene so well you feel like you are there, she pulls you in and there’s No Way Out.

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