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Mafia Elite Series Box Set: Volume Two by Amy McKinley-Review by Amanda Kimble

Mafia Elite Box Set: Volume TwoMafia Elite Box Set: Volume Two by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5/5 Stars

Mafia Elite Series Box Set: Volume Two by Amy McKinley

This isn’t the first box set I’ve read by the author. The author knows how to keep readers entertained and keep coming back. Every book in this box set is amazing and I can’t wait for you to enjoy them.

Savage Secrets: An Arranged Marriage Mafia Romance (Mafia Elite #4)

This isn’t the first book I’ve read by the author. It’s also not the first book in the series that I’ve read. Each Mafia Elite book gets better and better. Max and Lil, Enzo and Sofia, Stephano and Em, and now Marco and Elena.

Marco is the Mafia boss for his family. He’s also the one who is sent to get Elena. He wants her to be his, but she doesn’t know of his feelings for her. Things happen that bring them closer together. The quote I chose for Marco is: “Going somewhere? Chloe James? Don’t think for one second I don’t know you’re Elena. I’d recognize you anywhere, in any disguise. This freckle, the shape of your eyes, the pout of your lips, even the smell of your skin. You can’t hide from me. It doesn’t matter what alias you use. I’ll always find you.”

Elena has been dead for the last four years in order to protect everyone she cares about. So when Marco shows up she runs because she doesn’t know if he wants her dead as well. He takes her back home and she finds that she’s getting married. The quote I chose for Elena is: “I’m not thrilled about it. Who would be? I found out I’m half Russian and related to a Bratva boss. Not exactly my dream evening.”

Ruthless Heir: An Enemies to Lovers Mafia Romance (Mafia Elite #5)

This is not the first read by the author. This is number five in the Mafia Elite Series. Each gets better and better. You never know what you’re going to get or what to expect.

Summer comes home from work to find her roommate and best friend dead. She knows what she has to do and she runs. She knows her friend’s ex is after her. The quote I chose for Summer is: “Stop bringing that up. It was a mistake and the first time I’d ever been to that bar. I wish I’d never gone.”

Luc is about to get the shock of his life. He’s got a half sister that he doesn’t know about. Will he be able to do what they want him to do? The quote I chose for Luc is: “Get John on the phone and make sure the interior designer starts updating this floor first. I want those cubicles gone. And find out more about the executive assistant I have. I discovered early this morning that they didn’t disclose Edward’s assistant was on maternity leave and a temp has been working here for three weeks.”

Collateral Damage: A Second Chance Mafia Romance (Mafia Elite #6)

Another fantastic read by the author. Collateral Damage is the sixth book in the Mafia Elite Series. This time it’s Trey’s turn. Only this time she might not die.

Trey might just be getting his second chance at love. Hailey has done nothing wrong and she tugs at his heart. Will Trey be able to save her in time? The quote I chose for Trey is: “Be careful how you talk to me, Allen. You won’t like the repercussions. Make it happen with the board, and I’ll see what I can do about your daughter.”

Hailey goes to meet her dad, only she doesn’t call Allen her dad. She falls for Trey but can’t let it be known as she doesn’t want to get her heart broken. The quote I chose for Hayley is: “So you took on his crisis rather than tell him to shove it? He could have gone to the cops. I don’t understand why you got involved. It seems like this is more of a headache for you.”

Rivals: An Enemies to Lovers Mafia Romance (Mafia Elite #7)

This isn’t the first book I’ve read by the author. So far every single book is amazing in its own way. This book tops them all though. This is the seventh book in the Mafia Elite Series. I really can’t choose my favorite book.

Mia comes from a different side of the mafia. She isn’t sure where to fit in only to find her love in the La Rosa family. She finds that her father isn’t really her father. The quote I chose for Mia is: “I’ve only been here, Chicago, and Grand Cayman. I’m not sure where I would want to go. Maybe Italy? It’s hard to believe I’ve never been there, being Mafia and all.”

Nico was engaged and then stuff happened. Now he’s trying to figure out where to go from here. He meets Mia and knows that he’s got to have her. Then stuff went down and now they’re putting their lives on hold. The quote I chose for Nico is: “My sister urged me to purchase property here even if I wasn’t ready to build. That’s ours. We can build a house whenever you want.”

Highly recommended for Mafia Romance lovers.

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Mafia Elite Series Box Set Volume 2 (Mafia Elite Series Books #4 – 7) by Amy McKinley – Review by Angela Hayes

Mafia Elite Box Set: Volume Two

Mafia Elite Box Set: Volume Two by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

 

5 Stars

 

Mafia Elite Box Set Volume Two contains Books 4 – 7 in the Mafia Elite series by Amy McKinley. This rounds out the series, so if you have yet to read the first three books, or Volume One Box Set, then I highly recommend that you do before starting this, Volume two. Yes, the books could be read as standalones, but together they provide a richer reading experience, as well as painting a larger picture, one you won’t want to miss.
This is such a stellar series- which just gets better and better with each new instalment, and I really am hard-pressed to choose a favourite from amongst them all because they are all so brilliant!
The series, and this box set, brings fantastic mafia romance- romantic suspense at its best, with plenty of action, danger, drama, intrigue, mafia politics, chemistry, passion, steam, tension, emotion, hidden agendas, dramatic developments, and so, so much more.
What are you waiting for? Grab yourself a copy and dive in…. you won’t be disappointed!

The Box Set contains:

Savage Secrets (Book #4):
Marco had thought his love died years ago. But he is about to discover that isn’t the case when he’s approached with an arranged marriage deal. Danger is circling and she needs his help if she is to cheat death for real. GAH!!!! Love Marco and Elena. Love this series so hard. One of my favourites. Each book just gets better and better! Highly recommended.

Ruthless Heir (Book 5):
Here we get his is Luc and Summer’s story- and WOW, Ms. McKinley certainly didn’t hold back with this story, keeping me on edge and completely invested in the characters and the story, right from the very beginning. I didn’t come up for air until I had devoured every word. I loved all the interconnected details, secrets, tension, danger, and intriguing threads that Ms. McKinley is weaving through her stories, and series. It makes for riveting reading. I am completely addicted, and I can’t wait for my next fix!!!

Collateral Damage (Book #6):
I was so excited that we finally get Trey’s story. And what a story it is… WOW! Another fantastic addition to the series, and it’s getting harder and harder for me to choose a favourite because they are all sooooo good. We have met Trey previously through the series, as he is Sofia (Book #2) and Marco’s (Book #4) brother. His family is ‘the mafia’. But Trey isn’t really involved in the family business on a day-to-day level as he is a doctor working in a local hospital. But that’s not to say he doesn’t ‘contribute’ when needed. Trey is called on to help out on a kidnapping – and becomes more tangled in the situation than he desired. Especially since he and the kidnapping victim have some pre-existing chemistry. Queue the sparks and sizzle. But danger lurks and things are not quite what they may seem. What happens makes for an exciting read.

Rivals (Book #7):
This is Mia and Nico’s story- and wow, you’d better buckle yourself in for this one. When Mia needs help, she turns to Nico for help… Nico is intrigued as she’s the ‘enemy’. There’s far more than their hearts at stake, and you know what they say about ‘no good deed goes unpunished’- so what happens here makes for quite a riveting read. You won’t want to miss this exciting story… but be prepared to develop a taste for Ms. McKinley’s stories. One book won’t be enough.

Seriously, if you love mafia romance, and/or romantic suspense, then you definitely won’t want to miss this exciting story/series!!!
Happy Reading!

Thank you, Amy McKinley!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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Rivals (Mafia Elite Book 7) by Amy McKinley – Review by Ashley Westerman

Rivals (Mafia Elite, #7)Rivals by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I am so sad this series is over! I felt like I knew every character in the series personally, this book is no different. The way the author writes is exceptional. I was kept engaged from the very first page and kept that way throughout the entire book. I really enjoyed Mia and her fierceness; she’s been my favorite character to date. While I’m sad the series is over, I am so glad I got to enjoy every book, and I can’t wait to see what the author has for us next.

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Rivals (Mafia Elite Book 7) by Amy McKinley – Review by Marie Collins

Rivals (Mafia Elite, #7)Rivals by Amy McKinley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Mafia life… Always having to look over your shoulder and dodge everything coming for and at you everywhere you turn. Mia is a smart cookie and seems to have a good head on her shoulders despite the life she was born into.

The amount of stress anyone would have to survive in that life would bring any weak person to tears. All Mia ever did was fight back. The strength of her character in the midst of abuse and the Mafia life is amazing.

I’ve always enjoyed a good Mafia story with good characters and relationships, and this one does not disappoint!! I loved watching their relationship grow and defeat all odds. Absolutely beautiful!

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Rivals (Mafia Elite Book 7) by Amy McKinley – Review by Brandy Vaughn

Rivals (Mafia Elite, #7)Rivals by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Rivals is the last book in the Mafia Elite series, and I found by the end of the book I wanted the story to keep going.
At the eginning of the book there is a breakdown of who’s who in each Mafia family, which is great if you’re not familiar with this type of crime drama, or haven’t read the provide books in the series. Rivals can be read as a stand alone novel.

The chapters written from the two main characters, Mia and Nico, point of view written in first person. This makes the story interesting as The reader can see how the story unfolds from each person. I found this technique pulled me into the plot and wondered what was going to happen next. The story is a fast paced romantic suspense novel with just the right amount of romance thrown in the action. I will be going back to read the other books in the series!

Reviewed by @bilberrysweet
Brandy Vaughn, August 2022

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Rivals (Mafia Elite Book 7) by Amy McKinley – Review by April Smith

Rivals (Mafia Elite, #7)Rivals by Amy McKinley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

If mafia romances are your thing, you need to grab not only this book, but the entire series to read. You could read this a a stand alone if wanted but if you want to be able to relate to the characters, you need to read the other books in the series, this is book seven. As usual the author reels you in quickly the suspense and then with a bit of romance mixed in between. This book didn’t disappoint and I can’t wait to see what’s in store for the next mafia family

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Rivals (Mafia Elite Book 7) by Amy McKinley – Review by Darian Donaldson

Rivals (Mafia Elite, #7)Rivals by Amy McKinley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Mafia romance at its finest! I have not read any of the previous books in this series, and though I’m sure it would have added to the storyline I did not feel like I was missing any information! I loved the relationship between Mia and Nico, this author did a great job making you feel like you know the characters. I was drawn in from page one and could not put it down. I definitely feel the need to start back at the beginning and read the rest of these books!
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Rivals (Mafia Elite #7) by Amy McKinley-Review by Amanda Kimble

Rivals (Mafia Elite, #7)Rivals by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5/5 Stars

Rivals: An Enemies to Lovers Mafia Romance (Mafia Elite #7) by Amy McKinley

This isn’t the first book I’ve read by the author. So far every single book is amazing in its own way. This book tops them all though. This is the seventh book in the Mafia Elite Series. I really can’t choose my favorite book.

Mia comes from a different side of the mafia. She isn’t sure where to fit in only to find her love in the La Rosa family. She finds that her father isn’t really her father. The quote I chose for Mia is: “I’ve only been here, Chicago, and Grand Cayman. I’m not sure where I would want to go. Maybe Italy? It’s hard to believe I’ve never been there, being Mafia and all.”

Nico was engaged and then stuff happened. Now he’s trying to figure out where to go from here. He meets Mia and knows that he’s got to have her. Then stuff went down and now they’re putting their lives on hold. The quote I chose for Nico is: “My sister urged me to purchase property here even if I wasn’t ready to build. That’s ours. We can build a house whenever you want.”

Highly recommended for Mafia Romance lovers.

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Rivals (Mafia Elite Book 7) by Amy McKinley – Review by Brittney Brady

Rivals (Mafia Elite, #7)Rivals by Amy McKinley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I have absolutely loved this series! And while this book was not my favorite of them, it was just as good as the rest! While I am sad to see the series end, I look forward to reading more by this author.

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Rivals(Mafia Elite book 7) by Amy McKinley – Review by Heather Knalls

Rivals (Mafia Elite, #7)Rivals by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Mia has decided it is time to leave and betray her mafia family. Nico has been feeling like a real relationship is not in the cards for home. However Mia has other plans, she feels Nico is her only way to stay safe from her family and the other New York Mafia families. Nico has decided to go ahead and marry Mia and take down her family in the process. Mia also knows that if she betrays the Chicago mafia in anyway the only way she will come out is dead. Will they be able to take down her family and keep her safe in the process?

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Rivals: An Enemies to Lovers Mafia Romance (Mafia Elite Book 7) by Amy McKinley – Review by Roxsanne Lesieur.

Rivals (Mafia Elite, #7)Rivals by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is most definitely for those over the age of 18.

In this instalment of the Mafia Elite series, it is the turn of the quiet brother, he may not be one of the loudest in the family, but he is just as deadly as his other brothers, he is able to blend into the background, which is useful when he needs to glean information and he is extremely observant, because of this, he is underestimated, but not by Mia Tucci. Mia is a New York Mafia Princess who turns up in a place she shouldn’t after escaping from her own Mafia family, they only want her as a bargaining chip, but she wants more, she wants one of the Chicago Mafia brothers and she will do everything to get him and the safety she do desperately craves. So Mia offers a deal he cannot refuse, but first he needs some more information and calls his family to help, but as he waits, he considers her offer and what ramifications it could have on the Five Families.

When he and his brothers have explored all the angles to the offer, it is accepted, but only on the condition that she helps to take her family down, this is something Mia readily agrees to and so a bargain is struck, so Mia is whisked away to Chicago to meet the rest of the family and cement the deal, but she isn’t just wanting a business deal and so she tries to get to know this elusive brother. Mia’s attraction is mirrored, with violet eyes and midnight coloured hair, she is beautiful as well as dangerous, but as the two get to know each other their walls start to come down and it becomes harder to keep things on a slow path for the two.

Meanwhile, plans are being made to take down the Tucci family, but will the information she has to give them be worth it in the end and will the Five Families come out of this intact, or will the danger be too high and consequences to dire? This is another dark romance with a thrilling side as two dangerous individuals come together to create a pairing which could burn the world down, but only if they let it, as they play a dangerous game over two cities and a high body count.

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Rivals (Mafia Elite Book 7) by Amy McKinley – Review by Hannah Porter

Rivals (Mafia Elite, #7)Rivals by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Yesss!! After reading the other 6 books in this series I couldn’t wait for the release of this one. I was so excited to go back into the Mafia world she has created and Amy Mckinley did not disappoint 🥰. Just like all the other books I couldn’t put it down. 😭 I’m extremely sad this is the last one of the Mafia Elite series, but i’m excited to start reading more of Amy McKinley’s other work. 😊🙌♥️

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Rivals (Mafia Elite Book 7) by Amy McKinley – Review by Emily Nolden

Rivals (Mafia Elite, #7)Rivals by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is my first book I have read by Amy McKinley and all I can say is WOW! There is a reason I read this in one day. I could not put it down and I kept telling myself, one more chapter! Is it 3AM and I need to be up in 2 hours? Yes! Do I care? No, because I am almost done! Thanks to my caffeine addiction and Amy’s wonderful writing I didn’t get any sleep. But hey, it’s okay, because now I get to binge read this entire series!

I was a bit confused by all the different characters, let me tell you, there were a lot. Thankfully at the beginning of the book there is a list of who is who, and who married who, etc. But I am more of a picture person, so a big family tree of everyone would have helped me more. It’s okay though, because I got through. This was labeled as a standalone book in a series, and yes it was, Amy did an excellent job explaining the past to help you as the reader, and Mia as the main character catch up and know what is going on. I feel that I would have been a bit more interested in the beginning if I had read the first 6 books of this series.

I will admit, I was a bit jealous that Nico had such a big family and how every character had each other’s back. That made me wish I had something like that! Just another thing I get to daydream about. Alas, I still have to remember that there is a real world outside of Amy McKinley’s wonderful books.

Nico, oh Nico! He is the man of every woman’s dreams. When Nico and Mia made eye contact for the first time, you knew it was meant to be! I love their story, the character growth, how they would do anything for each other. Let’s be honest, Nico is just a big Teddy Bear with a tough outer shell. Mia’s father and step brother? They deserved everything that happened to them, and then some.

Do not mind me, while I buy every physical copy of this series, and all of the other books by Amy because she is such a good author and this book is so well written, descriptive, funny, full of adventure, and of course romance! Thanks Amy!!!

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Rivals (Mafia Elite Book 7) by Amy McKinley – Review by Shannon Fowler

Rivals (Mafia Elite, #7)Rivals by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

If you have been following along with the Mafia Elite series you will know that this series needs to be read in order and that all of the books are intertwined with the others. This is book seven and the action begins in the very first chapter, so hang on. This author really knows how to get things started:

A tsunami of dread rose, and I balanced precariously on the crest of the giant wave…

Mia is one tough cookie and has been a Mafia princess her entire life. But in the mafia, princess does not mean what you think it means. No birds singing, no rainbows. Mostly death, blood and betrayal.

Nico is a Mafia prince, son of the La Rosa family boss, Robert. His destiny is with the family. Life is not easy when you are in a Mafia family but happiness can be found. Sometimes in the unlikeliest of places.

This story is not for the faint of heart as there is Mafia mischief and sweet sweet revenge.

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Rivals (Mafia Elite Book 7) by Amy McKinley – Review by Tara Johnson Barnes

Rivals (Mafia Elite, #7)Rivals by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Nico is content with his life within the Mafia and at peace with who he is. He is happy to be alone and not allow any woman to penetrate his heart or get close to him. Then along comes Mia, who has sought him out to enlist his help with her father, a well known and feared New York Mafia boss. She has known Nico for a long time and feels as though he is the only one she can trust and the one person who can help her. Mia asks Nico to marry her and offer her protection in exchange for information on the underground sex trafficking ring that her father and stepbrother are running. Mia wants to expose them and take down their operation. She also wants her father out of her life for good and will do anything to stop him. Nico is reluctant at first to help Mia, but he finds himself strangely attracted to this beautiful woman. He also feels the strange need to protect her from the horrible things she has had to endure at the hands of her father and stepbrother. Mia was reluctant to ask Nico for his help and unsure if she can trust him but is desperate for love and protection, things she no longer has since her mother passed away. Tired of being abused and used as a pawn in her father’s sick games she feels there is no other option.

Although Nico and Mia come together in one of the most unlikely of ways the attraction between them is undeniable. The author does a great job of unfolding the story of Nico and Mia as she builds up from that initial attraction they feel for one another and how that attraction builds into love. It seems Nico has finally found a woman who can penetrate the thick armour he has built up around his heart and Mia has finally found someone to love and protect her. As their story unfolds the reader is drawn into a world of crime, danger, suspense, action, and romance. A must read!

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Rivals (Mafia Elite Book 7) by Amy McKinley – Review by Shea Gilkerson 8/23/22

Rivals (Mafia Elite, #7)Rivals by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This entire series is full of intrigue, passion, violence, loyalty, love and family. Each book has shown a budding relationship between the men of the Five Families of the Chicago Mafia and their incredibly loyal relationships between each other. As the families have continued to grow, there is a quick rundown at the beginning about who is who, and who they belong to – I always appreciate those.

This book focuses on Mia Tucci, a New York mafia princess who holds no love or loyalty for her own family – as they never had any for her. She was a tool, a pawn – her entire life. Used to make men feel stronger. On the plus side, she was always well taught to protect herself and trust her instincts – as well as ignored in most instances, so she can witness the horrors her father and stepbrother have been committing. They run a sex traffficking ring and Mia has finally decided she has gathered enough information to take them down, assuming Nico accepts her offer.

Nico is the “last brother standing” in regards to meeting the love of his life, and he’s ok with that. When he turns on the beach at their family safe house to find Mia Tucci pointing a gun in his face, he doesn’t feel afraid for his safety so much as he feels interested in what she may have to say. When Mia lays out her plan, which includes marriage to Nico, he accepts the responsibility of protecting her but they have ground rules to set.

Together, they realize they are attracted to one another, drawn to one another, and care for one another. There is danger, romance, drama, violence, family and love from all fronts in this book of the series. There are also some darker topics, so trigger warning for those. I couldn’t put ANY of the Mafia Elite series down and have reread them several times. Do yourself a favor and read these books!

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Rivals (Mafia Elite Book 7) by Amy McKinley – Review by Candida Hopper

Rivals (Mafia Elite, #7)Rivals by Amy McKinley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I have loved every single book in this series and I loved this one just as much. I’m sad that this series has come to an end, it’s like losing friends. This author writes in such a way that I feel connected to the characters and become completely engaged in the story line. This book had action, romance, suspense, twists and turns, and amazing characters. You don’t need to have read the previous books to read this one but it’s my opinion that you should not only because they are amazing but also because you have a better back story of the characters. Nico and Mia are very strong, stubborn and intelligent people and I enjoyed reading their story. This is a must read.

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Rivals (Mafia Elite Book 7) by Amy McKinley – Review by M Policicchio

Rivals (Mafia Elite, #7)Rivals by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

DAAAYYYUMMMMMM! What an ending! I have been a fan of this series since I picked up the first one. Each additional book only made me love these characters more. I wondered how to become a member of one of these families. I am still willing.

Nico is quiet and thoughtful. Most would overlook him as just another meathead enforcer, but he is so much more than that. He is a tech-wiz. He is loyal. He is brutal when needed. When the missing Mia Tucci points a gun at his chest and makes him an offer he wants to refuse, Nico becomes so much more.

Mia has been on the run for a while. She is trying to outrun a fate worse than death for her, marrying a man she despises to better her father’s standing. Most of her life her father had her studying the other families and Mia developed a crush on Nico, even stealing intel photos of him. Now, she sees Nico as her only option not only to escape her family and the awaiting fate but to help her correct some wrongs her family has committed. The only gamble in her entire plan is getting Nico to agree.

This chapter fantastically rounds out the series. And, nicely segues into the spinoff brother series. I love these characters, their fierce loyalty to their family and friends, the strong female badass characters, the devotion to their spouse, and the laughter they enjoy. I would join the Verretti family, too. I am already hooked and awaiting that series. Although I think you could add one more to this one by giving Tony a love interest. Think about it. Mostly, I just don’t want to say goodbye to these characters. I love them.

This last installment was magical and intense and ahhh-mazeeee-zing. Thank you, Amy!!!!

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Rivals (Mafia Elite Book 7) by Amy McKinley – Review by Tina Vega

Rivals (Mafia Elite, #7)Rivals by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wow, this plot…it’s just fantastic! I mean we have a mafia princess, a human trafficking ring, and a marriage of convenience. What’s not to love? Mia is taking charge of her life. She decides to get away from her father and the human trafficking, but she knows that will be the ultimate betrayal. She needs protection so decides to go to her family’s rival. She approaches Nico with a proposal of marriage. One that will benefit them both. Nico is the epitome of quiet strength. Their arrangement may be of convenience but their chemistry is undeniable. The author’s grasp on this subject is absolute. She is queen of mafia romance.

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Rivals (Mafia Elite Book 7) by Amy McKinley – Review by Chelsea Foster

Rivals (Mafia Elite, #7)Rivals by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Mia. Nico. She is a force for sure and he is her equal. After being used as something to gain power Mia took her life into her own hands and sought out Nico. This book brought me to tears because of Mia’s story. She has never known unconditional love and continues to fight for what she deserves. She’s fierce. Nico is the underboss of the La Rosa Family Mafia. He is a computer nerd and is the only one that hasn’t found his other half. There is love, action, comedy and so much more in this book and I didn’t want it to end. Nico gives Mia everything she’s ever wanted and what she deserves and Mia shows Nico that she can be trusted in ways he never thought. They come from rival Mafia’s and neither of them trust each other from the start.

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Rivals (Mafia Elite, #7) by Amy McKinley – Review by Colleen Noyes

Rivals (Mafia Elite, #7)Rivals by Amy McKinley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Sadly this is the last book in the series. I have loved the series as a whole so much and the final book did not let me down. Mia Tucci and Nico come together in a rather crazy way, but watching as their story unfolds will leave you excited and satisfied.

All of the usual character are back along with new ones and the secrets uncovered set you up perfectly for the next series this author has revolving around the Verretti crime family.

This authors writing style keeps you on your toes and engaged from page one to the last page. I’m never left hanging or disappointed. You are always guaranteed romance, suspense, and a happy ending. I enjoy how you can tell she does thorough research and writes for the love of it. You always feel like you are reading the people you know and that makes every story connect to me.

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Rivals (Mafia Elite Book 7) by Amy McKinley – Review by Lucy Machard

Rivals (Mafia Elite, #7)Rivals by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Yet another home run written by this author! I cannot stress enough how much I love her books, and this one was just as amazing as the rest in her series. An enemies to lovers, slow burn love story that makes you feel all the things- and it’s a quick read! I just got so lost in the book, and almost lost track of time. This was an amazing book.

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Rivals (Mafia Elite Book 7) by Amy McKinley – Review by Tori Werkheiser

Rivals (Mafia Elite, #7)Rivals by Amy McKinley
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

This being the 7th book in the series I was very familiar with the writing style, characters and what to expect in this book and I was not disappointed at all. McKinley did a great job again of making me immediately like these characters. I’m not sure how anyone could read about Mia and not love and admire her. The first chapter was gripping and I was intrigued immediately. I have been very curious about Nico’s characters for several books now and seeing him get his happy ending felt very satisfying for me. Mia using him as a safety net to help protect her while she takes down her own family and the terrible things they have done was one the more interesting backstories i think from the series. It was equally tragic and angering to the point that you are just as upset as the characters and want to see an end to it and the people responsible. A complaint I have had with a few of the more recent books in this series is how fast they go and everything happens in just a few pages. These aren’t exactly instalove stories but they kind of feel that way in the sense that after 2 days of being with Nico she is thinking she loves him claiming she knew him long before because she would sneak into her fathers files and read about him and look at pictures of him. I did find that a little corny but as always the strong sense of family and loyalty these books always have was present here as well and it is easily one of my favorite parts of these books in this series. I do wish we had more girl time with the whole group of ladies because I especially love the way the girls rally together, shop together, cry together but also will kick ass together. Most bad-ass women I’ve ever read about are in these books. There were a few twists that I should have expected but certainly did not and I enjoyed the turn of events towards the end and the way this all played out and was a happy ending was lovely. The perfect balance between steamy romance and violence. I would still recommend this book and the entire series to anyone who enjoys mafia romances. I think McKinley does them very well.

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Rivals (Mafia Elite Book 7) by Amy McKinley – Review by Heather Goodman

Rivals (Mafia Elite, #7)Rivals by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The author did it again. Rivals is the story of Nico and Mia. It draws you in from the first chapter and there is enough action, romance, and mystery to keep you going until the very end. I have never been disappointed with anything by this author and she did it again.

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Rivals (Mafia Elite Book 7) by Amy McKinley – Review by Katrina Jones

Rivals (Mafia Elite, #7)Rivals by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the third book in the series I have read and just like the others, it was a great read!
Mia is looking to marry Nico for protection from her mafia family after finding out they are involved in a sex trafficking ring.
To their surprise, the marriage becomes more than a business move. I loved watching their emotions come to light!!
Would absolutely recommend this one!

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Rivals (Mafia Elite Book 7) by Amy McKinley – Review by Bethany Rollins

Rivals (Mafia Elite, #7)Rivals by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed Rivals, the 7th book in the Mafia Elite series. In this mafia romance, we meet Mia, a prisoner of her own home at the hands of her father and step brother, members of the New York Mafia. Mia escapes with the hopes to take down her family and runs to the only hope she can think of, Nico, part of the Chicago Five Families. They enter into a marriage agreement for protection and we get entangled in their chemistry as they takedown Mia’s family. As also, these books are great and I love all the characters of the Five Families. While I did enjoy the story of Mia and Nico, I felt the chemistry was not as strong after the previous couplings from this series but still a fantastic read.

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Rivals (Mafia Elite Book 7) by Amy McKinley – Review by Michelle G

Rivals (Mafia Elite, #7)Rivals by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

WOW!!! What an awesome read.

I had no idea what to expect as I haven’t read any of the other Mafia Elite books. Totally loved it from the first pages. I am now hunting up the rest of the books.

Action, danger, drama, love and intrigue – what more could you want in a good book? This book was so well written. The characters were brought to life so well within the book.

I have never given any book I’ve reviewed 5 stars…. this was definitely well learnt that’s for sure! I highly recommend.

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Rivals (Mafia Elite Book 7) by Amy McKinley – Review by Michelle Collier

Rivals (Mafia Elite, #7)Rivals by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

have loved this series so much. I never knew how much I needed the Mafia in my life until these books. Mia is a New York mob boss’s daughter who just wants out. Not of the mafia just from away from her family. Safe. For that to happen she needs protection. Nico is fine on his own, or at least he thought he was. Mia is a force all her own and she wants Nico. Will he take her up on her offer? I am so sad that this series is over. I see me rereading them in the future!

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Rivals (Mafia Elite Book 7) by Amy McKinley – Review by Maria Colon

Rivals (Mafia Elite, #7)Rivals by Amy McKinley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I love that the book starts off with a list of each family and who each were married to etc.

Mia Tucci is a NY Mafia Princess who wants away from her family. Everyone knows there is no way out of the mafia life. She set her mind on Nico who could offer her the protection she needs to get away from her family. Nico is part of the Chicago mafia which has more power than the NY mafia. Nico never seen himself settling down until Mia propositioned him. She stirs so much in him from can he trust her, wanting to know why she wants out and is his heart opening to her.

I love that Mia is strong, stubborn and loveable. The fact the author includes all of the women that are part of the Chicago mafia and they are just as hard core as the men is a bonus. This book gives you anger, love, twist and turns and a sense of redemption.

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Rivals (Mafia Elite Book 7) by Amy McKinley – Review by Sarah King

Rivals (Mafia Elite, #7)Rivals by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Growing up in a mafia family Mia knows her worth to her father. Fearing the outcome of her father’s plans, Mia plans to leave. Before she can her step-brother drugs her and takes her with plans to use her for his own gain. Mia escapes and heads to the one person she knows can offer her the protection she needs, at least, as long as he doesn’t kill her. Nico La Rosa is not expecting Mia or her demand of marriage. Since Nico did not expect to marry, after deciding the information that will be provided outweighs than potential negatives of the arrangement, he agreed. As the two work together toward a common goal, they will run into obstacles, discover old secrets that explain much, and grow to like each other. Will Nico and Mia succeed in ruining her family’s trafficking ring? Will Nico really be enough to protect Mia in the end? Will Nico and Mia find love in there arranged marriage after all?

This is only the second book by Amy McKinley I have read, but I will definitely be reading more of her work. I loved that the female lead was strong on her own, she had a mind of her own and stood her ground. While this book is the 7th in the series, it can easily be read as a stand alone without much confusion. There are definite advantages to reading the series in order though, it provides more information on how the families interact, how things have come to be as they are, as well as gives more depth to many of the characters.

I would recommend reading this story, in fact, the whole series.

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