Chase is a CEO who is used to getting what he wants – and even more so as a man connected to a powerful crime family. Once he sees Katarina, he sets his sights on having her, and his desire grows as he realizes who her father is.
Katarina is living her best life and focused on crushing her goals. Relationships are not currently on her list of those, and so she isn’t interested in Chase, even if she does feel sparks flying. However Chase is an assertive man. Now that he is aware of her connections to his dark world, protecting her becomes the goal he focuses on.
Although wildly attracted to one another, Chase struggles to maintain control and Katarina struggles to avoid becoming entangled with him too deeply. There are sweet moments of flirting and emails, passionate romantic scenes, plenty of mystery and suspense. Enjoyed watching the relationship grow.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Shea Gilkersonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngShea Gilkerson2022-12-06 22:06:152022-12-06 22:06:15Degrees of Innocence: Dark Mafia Romance (Cruel Deceptions Book 1) By Via Mari – Review by Shea Gilkerson 11/30/22
Kate and chase have sparks flying from the very first interaction. The connection, the spark, the lust…it’s so intense! Kate doesn’t realize who Chase really is until later, but that doesn’t stop her from wanting him. He’s her boss at work but he’s also her boss when it comes to the bedroom 😉 Kate is inexperienced but that doesn’t stop her. She wants to learn and play and Chase is down to teach her everything sexual. The spice in this book is mouth watering! I can’t get enough of it. I love a romance book with awesome smutty scenes, but it also has to have a great story with it. I need that connection between the characters to really FEEL, and that’s what I got. Chase is also insanely sweet and you can tell how deeply he feels for Kate. He takes care of her in every single way. He notices the small things and that’s what gets Kate’s head spinning and heart thumping. She was doubting herself having a relationship with someone she works FOR, but she can’t stop what she’s feeling..and Chase reassures her everything will be okay. Chase has her interests in mind and he’s her protector. Simply perfect. Kate thinks his security is a bit overbearing but that’s just his way of showing he wants her to be safe, always. I LOOOOOOVE the characters, I love the plot, I just loved this book so much!!! I couldn’t put it down and read it in one sitting. Highly recommend!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Ashley Sugarhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAshley Sugar2022-12-06 21:58:542022-12-06 21:58:54Degrees of Innocence: Dark Mafia Romance (Cruel Deceptions Book 1) By Via Mari – Review by Ashley Sugar
Katarina is too focused on her career and has no time for a romantic life, even one that ignites her darkest desires. With a dreamy romantic location for her next work retreat, she might find herself not in control of her own destiny. Katarina is faced with saving a man’s life and a hot man who steps in to help her. Chase walks into the bar to hear the commotion of someone giving a man CPR. He goes to offer his help when he finds an attractive woman who is performing CPR. Chase and Katarina become pretty inseparable but Chase happens to be the CEO of the big company that will be working with Katarina on the new project. Katarina has no clue how much her falling in love with Chase will really change her life. This is the first book I have read by this author but it won’t be the last book. I can’t wait to continue reading this series.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Ashley Lapehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAshley Lape2022-12-06 21:54:012022-12-06 21:54:01Degrees of Innocence: Dark Mafia Romance (Cruel Deceptions Book 1) By Via Mari – Review by Ashley Lape
I Love You Today (The Trading Heartbeats Trilogy #2) by Julie Navickas
This isn’t the first book I’ve read by the author. This is the second book in The Trading Heartbeats Trilogy. I Love You Today is a great read. It gives the hope that you can find love.
Austin is helping his ex pack up and it’s to move on with his twin brother. He isn’t thrilled about the situation, but it might just help that his ex’s roommate is a friend. Can something happen between the two of them? The quote I chose for Austin is: “Tonight is on me, Casey. You did me a huge favor. I really didn’t want to sit there with them all night.”
Casey is hurt that her best friend, co-worker, and roommate is leaving. She isn’t sure what to do now that she is leaving. She feels bad for Austin and takes him out to show him around town. She knows he feels nothing for her and it sucks. The quote I chose for Casey is: “You don’t need me. You never did. The real question is what I’m going to do without you. I hate that you’re leaving.”
Highly recommended for Contemporary Sports Romance lovers.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Amanda Kimblehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAmanda Kimble2022-12-06 21:47:522022-12-06 21:47:52I Love You Today (The Trading Heartbeats Trilogy #2) by Julie Navickas-Review by Amanda Kimble
Faultless Love: A Small Town Second Chance Romance (The Bennetts of Langston Falls #1) by K.G. Fletcher
This isn’t the first book I’ve read by the author. Faultless Love is a great book and I can’t wait for the next one. This is the first book of The Bennetts of Langston Falls Series. Teddy is a man of my dreams without going to jail.
Teddy is home. After five long years in jail for something he didn’t do. He left behind the love of his life. His family. Now he’s only got his family minus his mom. Can he and Robyn make it work? The quote I chose for Ted is: “The worst is behind me, Hank. I’m sorry you felt helpless. I didn’t mean to make you feel that way.”
Robyn is still in Langston Falls. She hasn’t exactly forgotten Ted, but she doesn’t know how to react now that he’s home. Will she see him? The quote I chose for Robyn is: “It’s probably because I overindulged last night, and now I’m paying the price adding an overloaded coffee to the mix.”
Highly recommended for Contemporary Romance lovers.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Amanda Kimblehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAmanda Kimble2022-12-06 21:45:222022-12-06 21:45:22Faultless Love (The Bennetts of Langston Falls) by KG Fletcher-Review by Amanda Kimble
Wonderful book. This is the first book, out of four, in the “Prestian Series”. I wouldn’t technically consider this first book as a dark Mafia romance, there is no mention of Chase Prestian being Mafia or even a criminal until the VERY VERY end of the book. While it’s hinted he may have some shady business, it’s never, not once confirmed. It isn’t a very dark romance either in my opinion, the only thing I’d say that may categorize it as such is that Chase is overbearing and a tad controlling. It is still a great regular romance book though, which is why I still gave it 4 stars. Kate is the main female character and I absolutely love how headstrong she is but at the same time so very naive and gentle. The attraction and connection between the two main characters is definitely spicy and they can’t seem to keep each other at more than an arms length. I loved the background story line of them creating a brand new hospital for Chicago, it really makes the story more intriguing, so it is not just straight romance and smut. Cannot wait to read book two, and hopefully it is more detailed on the Mafia side of the story.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Helen Dawkinshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngHelen Dawkins2022-12-06 18:39:062022-12-08 14:48:48Degrees of Innocence: Dark Mafia Romance (Cruel Deceptions Book 1) By Via Mari – Review by Helen Dawkins
This book is phenomenal. This is a book that you must read. I can’t tell you much without feeling like I’m giving you spoilers. Kate and Chase come together when she’s designing a building for him. This is the start of some mysterious happenings for these two. Someone is trying to kill Kate. This is one of the best romantic suspense I’ve read. There Is plenty of steam. It is delightful to see their relationship grow and work through the growing pains. These two give off sparks and chemistry from the start. The antagonist is written so well that you can’t help but be creeped out by him. I will be diving into book 2 of this series so that I can continue to see what happens. This is a fantastic romantic suspense. You should one-click and read it. I highly recommend it.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Shelly Kittellhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngShelly Kittell2022-12-06 06:05:422022-12-08 14:43:34Degrees of Innocence: Dark Mafia Romance (Cruel Deceptions Book 1) By Via Mari – Review by Shelly Kittell
Reckless Heart (Second Chance Romance #2) by Jane Suen
This isn’t the first book I’ve read by the author. Reckless Heart is the second book in the Second Chance Romance Series. Reckless Heart is a great read. The author knows how to build words.
Mary has broken up with her long term boyfriend. Right before her sister’s wedding. Now she’s single and her old high school crush is back in town. Can they hash out the past and move forward with the future? The quote I chose for Mary is: “You’re planning to expand?”
Brad is back in town for Katie’s wedding. He doesn’t plan on sticking around for long. Then a friend sets him up with the one who broke his heart. Can he get past that and everything else that has happened? The quote I chose for Brad is: “Kell? She’s long gone. Kell almost broke me, pulling a stunt behind my back. She was ruthless, aggressive, and greedy, and became a competitor who’d do anything to get an edge on a business she was secretly setting up. And that’s what she did. Double-crossed me. In hindsight, it was a hard lesson. I’d trusted her again, but I learned from it, and in the end, I became a better person, and the business is in a better place.”
I have read a lot of Dark Mafia romances, but I loved this one. It wasn’t what I normally read, but it kept my interest and kept me wanting more. I just finished the first book, and can’t wait to get started on the 2nd one in this series. Chase and Katarina are characters that you will want to get to know. This was the first book that I read from this author, and I hope she has some similar books to read after I finish this series!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Bethany Ruckerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngBethany Rucker2022-12-05 15:47:232022-12-08 14:32:00Degrees of Innocence: Dark Mafia Romance (Cruel Deceptions Book 1) By Via Mari – Review by Bethany Rucker
I finished this book in one sitting and immediately got the next one so I could know more on what happens with Chase and Katarina!
This was such a hold my attention, can’t stop, must know what happens next book.
Katarina is on a work trip when she meets wealthy Chase…. and did not realize he’s actually her employer! A whirlwind romance mixed in with some dangerous events lead Katarina and Chase living together.
Chase is a man of mystery to Katarina however and she is quickly thrown into the paparazzi spotlight when they return to the US. The events from the week long work trip follow her home and she questions her future with Chase. All of this is happening while she is exploring her sexual side with Chase! Seriously go read to find out more and then proceed to download the others in this series!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Devon N Pulliamhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngDevon N Pulliam2022-12-03 20:56:302022-12-08 14:20:46Degrees of Innocence: Dark Mafia Romance (Cruel Deceptions Book 1) By Via Mari – Review by Devon Pulliam
Strong starter This was a good book. The first in the series and it takes some time but sets the scene. Most of the book is dedicated to the establishment of Kate and Chase’s relationship and the boss – employee saga. I was hoping for more about Kate’s past but I expect that is to come. There are some intense sexy times which are written better each time. I feel the author gains momentum as the book proceeds and just past the halfway mark I was totally engrossed. This is a worthy read and I’m looking forward to reading book 2 Degrees of Control.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Rayne Easthttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngRayne East2022-12-03 05:51:412022-12-08 14:23:14Degrees of Innocence: Dark Mafia Romance (Cruel Deceptions Book 1) By Via Mari – Review by Rayne East
This is the first book I’ve read by the author. Gunner is the third book in A Hollins & Haring Series. Gunner is the first book I’ve read from the series, but it can be read as a standalone.
Simon Whittaker, Gary Hollins, is telling his story. His friend Debbie wants to know and he’s finally spilling the beans. He makes sure that she won’t say anything to anyone. He’s got his past, but then he sees that Deb’s world is falling apart. The quote I chose for Gary is: “I’m serious, Deb. Really serious. Not even Matt. I know you don’t blab, and Matt’s even more discreet than you are, but no one in Australia can hear that name. Understand?”
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Amanda Kimblehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAmanda Kimble2022-12-02 21:46:042022-12-08 14:17:04Gunner (Hollins & Haring #3) by T.J. Beach-Review by Amanda Kimble
17 chapters of a whirlwind romance with an edge of mystery, Degrees Of Innocence won’t lack in capturing the reader’s attention. Katarina narrates her time in Aruba working on a project to make healthcare more accessible. When a man collapses in the dining room of the resort, Katarina begins CPR when another man assists her. After the man is taken to an ambulance, Chase buys her dinner and escorts her to her room where they exchange phone numbers. Chase promises to give her a tour of the island. Katarina finds she can’t stop thinking about Chase. Meanwhile, she continues to work on setting up for the conference. Much to her dismay, the owner of Prestian Corporation keeps emailing her to stop working so she can enjoy the resort.
Sunday, Katarina and Chase go on a tour of the island. Both of them admit to their attraction and while Katarina would willingly allow Chase in her room that evening, Chase promises they can spend their time on Monday evening where he intends to spend his time focused completely on her. When Monday morning arrives, Katarina is shocked to see Chase in a business suit. Chase is the owner of Prestian Corporation! The story progresses delving into the dynamic of Katarina and Chase’s relationship. Rumors turn into dangerous threats and Katarina is faced with her mother’s past which is a serious threat to her life and Chase’s company. This is a promising series and I eagerly look forward to reading this romance series.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Stephanie Runyonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngStephanie Runyon2022-12-02 21:28:542022-12-08 14:16:50Degrees of Innocence: Dark Mafia Romance (Cruel Deceptions Book 1) By Via Mari – Review by Stephanie Chapman
Gunner (A Hollins & Haring Book) by T.J. Beach. This is the 3rd book in the Holliins & Haring Series and I loved it just as much as the other two. This one can be read as a standalone but I really like to read them in order. This one is about the 2020 COVID pandemic and PTSD. The story is about Gary & Debbie. Debbie is Gary’s new boss in a Private Investigator’s office. Debbie and Gary have become super close even with the whole family so when Debbie’s mom contracts COVID they all have to quarantine together. During this time Debbie finds more and more out about Gary who seems so secretive. Matt is Debbie’s husband but he is forced to quarantine away from the family. When Gary finally gets comfortable he tells Debbie about some of his past and it is ALOT! Dealing with all kinds of trauma from his job and he thinks if he tells Debbie it will take her mind off of being worried about her mom and being away from her husband! This is a great story that will really hit home for a lot of people. I read it very fast.
Degrees of Innocence: Dark Mafia Romance (Cruel Deceptions Book 1) By Via Mari – Review by Jessica Stone
I’ve been blown away a lot quite recently with the “mafia” romances I’ve been reading and this one once again, did not disappoint.
Pretty straightforward story about a strong independent, intelligent woman, who ends up falling for the man she never saw coming. Katerina or Kate as she likes to be called is a design consultant hired on to a new job, when her and her team are flown out as a team to spend some time working on a design concept. Some crazy things start happening shortly after they arrive and Kate ends meeting our gorgeous gorgeous man Chase. Not knowing that he’s the billionaire who hired her team for the project at the time, it’s already too late for Katerina to get away from this man. From the moment he met her, Chase is enthralled with her brains and beauty, and don’t get me wrong, Kate feels the attraction as-well, it even has her thinking she might have found something special, something real, that is until she finds out Chase is her new billionaire boss. Their connection grows, but so does the danger surrounding them, and the ever growing threat to Kate from an unknown enemy. Is it linked to her new acquaintance to Chase or does it have to do with who Kate is and where she comes from….
Ok so that being said, this one’s a hottttt one, granted I’ve read spicer but this had me sweating a bit. The chemistry between these two is undeniable and so much fun. Chase is very controlling, domineering, typical manly man ,I will protect you, you’re mine sort. And Kate is very much a, I can do things by myself, I don’t need you holding my hand, stop telling me what to do, I’m a grown woman, type of gal. They butt heads in the most delicious way possible.
I absolutely loveee the spin on the mafia romance, the book has ties to the mafia don’t get me wrong but it’s not fully centered around big mafia men telling women what to do, keeping them safe, being the main story. The action/mystery of who is behind the increasing attacks on Kate kept me guessing all the way to the end and still I was flabbergasted. I still have soooo many question I need answered, I cannot (hopefully) wait to read more about these two and delve deeper into their life and the story of those surrounding them.
Wonderful mix of smutty, mysterious, mafia romance all put together and packaged neatly, I think this author did a wonderful job building her characters and starting this world, I’m excited to see more!
Degrees of Innocence, Dark Mafia Romance , Cruel Deceptions, Via Mari, Reviews, Itsy Bitsy Book Bits, Romance, Mafia, Romantic Suspense, Jessica Stone, November 2022
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jessicahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJessica2022-12-01 19:35:132022-12-08 14:10:11Degrees of Innocence: Dark Mafia Romance (Cruel Deceptions Book 1) By Via Mari – Review by Jessica Stone
Degrees of Innocence is the first novel in the Cruel Deceptions series. While at a resort preparing for a week-long training and development session for a new medical center, Katarina meets a mysterious stranger named Chase under interesting circumstances. She soon learns that he isn’t entirely who he says he is thus starting a whirlwind of drama and pure lust. This feels very 50 Shades of Grey adjacent as Chase is very much Elijah from the vampire diaries and Christian Grey morphed into one man. While Katarina is a sweet, innocent, career driven woman.This was a quick, entertaining read that can absolutely be read in one sitting plus there are several books in this series ready to be devoured.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Brittanyhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngBrittany2022-12-01 19:24:592022-12-08 14:14:51Degrees of Innocence: Dark Mafia Romance (Cruel Deceptions Book 1) By Via Mari – Review by Brittany Angel
Painter of the Damned (Painted Souls #2) by Rob Samborn
This is the first book I’ve read by the author. The author kept me entertained from the beginning. Painter of the Damned is the second book in the Painted Souls Series.
Julia is Nick’s wife and she is trying to figure out how to get them both home. Coming to Venice was a bad idea. Now she’s wishing she didn’t go. Can she get them out of there? The quote I chose for Julia is: “I hope that hurt. ‘What was that for?’ Are you serious? This better not be déjà vu, you a-hole. Gonna tell me what the hell you did to get Interpol involved, or what?”
Nick is getting images from a past life. Something that has happened since they got to Venice. Now he’s landed them both in some trouble. Will he be able to get what is needed done? The quote I chose for Nick is: “That’s who this is about. It’s gotta be, Jules. I met her for like five minutes. She’s Tintoretto’s descendant. She wanted to free the souls, too, and Della Porta friggin’ killed her. And now he’s trying to pin her murder on me.”
Highly recommended for Historical Thriller lovers.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Amanda Kimblehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAmanda Kimble2022-12-01 19:16:302022-12-08 14:14:44Painter of the Damned (Painted Souls #2) by Rob Samborn-Review by Amanda Kimble
This book came out amazing Chase and Katarina are my two favorite characters. Chase is so determined that Katarina is what he needs and Katarina is determined in her career knowing that the Mafia life is going to change her path and love will change his path with Katarina. Funny that this is my second book with Mafia romance, and every story has a different ending and it keeps me on my toes.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Charlene Gonzalezhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCharlene Gonzalez2022-12-01 18:47:442022-12-08 14:14:11Degrees of Innocence: Dark Mafia Romance (Cruel Deceptions Book 1) By Via Mari – Review by Charlene Gonzalez
Wow, this was a s0moking good book. I was on the edge of my seat and wanted more. I was lost in the pages, and didn’t want it to end. I can’t wait for the next book in the series.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Crystal Jimenezhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCrystal Jimenez2022-12-01 08:53:552022-12-08 14:07:01Degrees of Innocence: Dark Mafia Romance (Cruel Deceptions Book 1) By Via Mari – Review by Crystal Jimenez
HOT, HOT, HOT!!! Kate is in Aruba at a work conference. She went a little early over the weekend so that she could have everything ready to present come Monday morning. She is in the lounge having a drink relaxing when all of a sudden she needs to perform CPR on someone. A gentleman stranger arrives and takes over the CPR as he sees her getting tired. Once paramedics arrive and the situation is under control, the gentleman, Chase, invites Kate to join him for supper. Chase does not admit who he is to Kate over the weekend events that they share together. When Monday morning comes and she gets to the conference and Chase walks in and presents himself as the CEO of the company she is working for, she freaks out. She has always steered clear of dating anyone she works with, especially her boss. This is a hot, steamy, easy-to-read book, and I highly recommend it!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Michelle Troyerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngMichelle Troyer2022-11-30 06:23:572022-11-30 07:11:47Degrees of Innocence: Dark Mafia Romance (Cruel Deceptions Book 1) By Via Mari – Review by Michelle Troyer
While this book wasn’t what I was expecting, there were very good qualities for this story. Chase and Katarina are the perfect example of ‘Don’t Judge a Book by Its Cover’. Where Katarina is unsure of what she wants from being in a romantic relationship, Chase knows exactly what and who he wants but things quickly become complicated when the deals done in the dark are brought to light and Katarina isn’t sure if she has what it takes to be with him. Chase refuses to even entertain the idea of her not being by his side, Chase is willing to do whatever it takes to get her to be with him and while Katarina struggles with her own morals and values, she is often left confused and scared because she doesn’t know who to trust and who is willing to harm or help her, can she trust Chase when she doesn’t know all the information? And when he is hesitant to share everything with her, can he let his walls down and finally let someone in?
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Shania Webbhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngShania Webb2022-11-29 07:46:502022-11-29 14:05:38Degrees of Innocence: Dark Mafia Romance (Cruel Deceptions Book 1) By Via Mari – Review by Shania Webb
Degrees of Innocence by Via Mari Degrees of Innocence (Prestian Series, #1) by Via Mari (Goodreads Author)
This book was very entertaining to read, I love book boyfriends that are controlling and caring. Loved the communication before/about the sex. The tension was there, it was built up beautifully. The only reason it’s not five stars is because the plot didn’t blow me away as much but overall it was a good, worthwhile read. Link
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Vanessa Estradahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngVanessa Estrada2022-11-28 22:07:382022-11-29 14:01:48Degrees of Innocence: Dark Mafia Romance (Cruel Deceptions Book 1) By Via Mari – Review by Vanessa Estrada
This isn’t the first book I’ve read by the author. Tink is the first book in the Devil’s Handmaidens. The author knows how to write words. I love this book and can’t wait for more.
Tink is the one who likes taking care of everything. She knows something is missing. She doesn’t know what it is. She is looking for something but can’t seem to find it. The quote I chose for Tink is: “Raven, go grab Shadow. Tell her she’s up, it’s a go. Don’t want it done ’til everyone is settled down. Take them to the old homestead. It’s her call, quick or send them to hell slowly but bottom line; I want them with good Ol’ Satan at the end. Make sure there is no evidence left. Tell her to do the usual. Got it? Besides the two of you, take along Rebel, Wildcat, and Peanut. Have Lilly on standby to go out and clean up the inside mess when done. Tell her we want no DNA, if possible, and tell Shadow to make sure she covers the floors and walls if she’s gonna get messy.”
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Amanda Kimblehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAmanda Kimble2022-11-28 18:35:252022-11-29 14:00:43Tink (Devil’s Handmaidens MC #1) by D.M. Earl-Review by Amanda Kimble
This is the first book I’ve read by the author. Revenge Honeymoon was a funny little read. Going on a friend’s honeymoon because an ex leaves her would be fun. I got to live that experience by reading this.
Emily is on a cruise with her best friend. Not just any cruise. A Honeymoon Cruise. Newly wed couples. Now Emily is stuck pretending to be Ruby’s wife. Things start to take an interesting turn when she meets Max. The quote I chose for Emily is: “You were? But you said you were a photographer and that Penelope—That she was a model for you.”
Kate and Chase have an interesting beginning coming together in a way to save a man’s life. Little did she know, she was talking to the man who hired her. I thought the characterization of both was well done. The setting being in Aruba lends even more romance to this story. It’s a little slow at the beginning, but the romance and suspense start to build soon. It’s a great story and I really enjoyed it.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Tina Vegahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTina Vega2022-11-28 08:35:592022-11-29 14:03:37Degrees of Innocence: Dark Mafia Romance (Cruel Deceptions Book 1) By Via Mari – Review by Tina Vega
Fantastic read. This book has it all, mystery, betrayal, love, hate, and passion. Want a book that is hard to put down and a great read? This is the book.
This book follows the story of Kate and Chase. Kate works for a consulting firm that just received a major project involving the medical field. For bounding and the owner of the company backing the project set up a week-long stay for them in a tropical paradise. He even reserved them all their own special rooms on specific floors.
Kate arrives early due to work waiting on no man. Although what happens when a mysterious man appears and helps her save the life of a man in a bar on her first night there? After that fateful night, she ends up spending more and more time with this adonis of a man. This man is named Chase. He loves to relax and enjoy the views of the island.
What happens when there is more to this adonis than meets the eye? Will Kate be able to maintain a relationship with him after discovering his secrets? What will her life off of the island look like? Read this magnificent book to find out.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kiana Corleyhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKiana Corley2022-11-27 21:15:522022-11-29 13:59:10Degrees of Innocence: Dark Mafia Romance (Cruel Deceptions Book 1) By Via Mari – Review by Kiana Corley
The synopsis of this hooked me immediately. I love a good Mafia romance but this felt very misleading and honestly i was confused and thought i had gotten the wrong book when i was reading it because there was a very quick reference to Mafia but it was near the end of the book so i personally would not have called this a mafia romance unless in the later books in this series it is revealed that Chase is really in the Mafia and was just good at keeping it lowkey in this book. Now for Kate i was extremely confused in the beginning of the book because it starts off with her performing CPR in a restaurant at a resort she is staying in that is hosting a convention for her work. It is very unclear what work she is doing or what the project is for half the book. I felt like i had missed chapters explaining her back story and with the CPR thing i thought maybe she would somehow be in the medical field and in a way she is but not in the way this starts off. We were just dropped right into the thick of it and i felt lost.
On a happier note i did appreciate the romance between Kate and Chase but i will say their dialogue was very formal and did not feel flirty at all. Maybe because they are older but i found nothing about their banter sexy. There were some steamy scenes though and some action packed scenes i would expect in a mafia book but i wish there had been more. This did end up being a fun and easy read but i wanted more. Im hoping the rest of the series is more action packed.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Torihttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTori2022-11-27 10:25:412022-11-29 13:52:03Degrees of Innocence: Dark Mafia Romance (Cruel Deceptions Book 1) By Via Mari – Review by Tori Werkheiser
Great read! I really liked the concept of Katerina being so inexperienced when it came to romance but wasn’t naive. Chase is your standard rich man, in that he is very controlling when it comes to the woman he loves, so that gets him in trouble. Katerina on the other hand had that annoying trait of not trusting the one she loves. The person out to destroy Katerina, either I wasn’t paying attention or I didn’t see it coming. The word baby is way overused, but didn’t completely throw me off.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Carrie Reedhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCarrie Reed2022-11-25 10:57:332022-11-25 10:57:33Degrees of Innocence: Dark Mafia Romance (Cruel Deceptions Book 1) By Via Mari – Review by Carrie Reed
This isn’t the first book I’ve read by the author. Dream-Shifter is the first multi chapter book that I’ve had the chance to read by the author. My daughter absolutely loved this book.
Gwendolyn is the one who dresses like the olden days. She likes to be old fashioned, but she didn’t expect to be a dream shifter. She bugs Wally and lets him know what is going on. The quote I chose for Gwendolyn is: “Let’s start with you telling me the whole process from the beginning. What happens when someone dies?”
This isn’t the first book I’ve read by the author. The Rom Com Movie Club is amazing. The book had me hooked from the beginning and I loved it. I never want the love for Ryan and Lisa to stop.
Lisa has been in several foster homes and no one has really stuck by her side. Her friends are the only ones she can really count on. Then her friend’s soon to be brother-in-law comes walking into her condo. Things start to escalate from there, but then she gets hurt. She isn’t allowed to see him anymore. The quote I chose for Lisa is: “I’m not creeped out. Aaron is a stellar guy, or we wouldn’t be letting Tina marry him. I’m going to give you credit for being a stellar guy too, since you share genes with him. But, if you prove me wrong, I’ll wreck their marriage.”
Ryan is back home and he isn’t sure what he’s going to do. When he meets Lisa he decides that he wants to befriend her. He then finds that he can’t keep away from her. He wants to stick around and let Lisa know he’s not going anywhere. The quote I chose for Ryan is: “Please make sure she knows it’s your decision. Because what I get from her is that other people have always made the decision who is part of her life. They come and go. I don’t want to go. You make that clear.”
Highly recommended for Contemporary Romance lovers.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Amanda Kimblehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAmanda Kimble2022-11-22 21:11:252022-11-25 11:52:39Rom Com Movie Club Book One by Bernadette Marie-Review by Amanda Kimble
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