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Whispered Surrender (Sinful Duets Book 1) by Via Mari – Review by Katie Turner

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Whispered Surrender by author Via Mari is the first book of Sinful Duets, which is a combination of Wayward and Undercover. Two books in one? Yes please!

Wayward captures the story of Jay, the lead of a billionaire’s advanced security team, and Sasha, a ballet dancer who finds herself in some dark predicaments that Jay tries his best to protect her from. Although Jay is instantly attracted to her beauty and feels a deep connection to her, Sasha has incredibly low self-esteem and struggles with believing anyone could really truly care about her the way she wants to be. Jay’s dominating personality makes it hard for her to decipher his true feelings but I think as a reader, you know he is really is falling for her. She keeps trying to push him away as there are more secrets hiding in the dark.

While I did not feel much relatability to either character here in the beginning, I still appreciated the story and kept the pages turning. Eventually I did enjoy these characters more as the story continued to unfold. I think the jumping back and forth between their points of view and experiencing the scenarios from both of their view really helped me to understand the characters more. It really added extra depth to the story. And of course, I loved the steamy bits!

Undercover follows Matt, an undercover bodyguard and Marenah, Sasha’s Russian twin sister. She is caught by the Chicago mafia, who are notorious for brutally torturing women who cross them. Matt and Marenah meet under these harsh circumstances and from that moment, they are both immediately infatuated with one another. Matt makes it his mission to keep Marenah safe but Marenah is keeping dangerous secrets that make his efforts more difficult.

The chemistry between these two characters is delicious and caused me to devour every page without pause. I really admired Marenah’s resilience. She didn’t come off as a scared little mouse who needed protecting. She seldom allowed anyone to be close to her, but I loved how Matt was able to help her break down some of the walls she had built up to protect herself, and allowed herself to experience not only being with a man, but being appreciated and treated well by one.

If you enjoy a good mafia war story that leans heavy on the romance aspect, I highly recommend! Loved these books!

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Whispered Surrender (Sinful Duets Book 1) by Via Mari – Review by Lyndsey Fairley

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wayward (Billionaire Bodyguards Book 1) by Via Mari
5 stars

This is the first book of a new series by Via Mari. I love her writing style, it sucks you right in and doesn’t let up until the end.
We do see characters from her other series but this story follows Jay and Sasha.
Jay is head of security and Sasha a ballerina. Through suspense and drama, we see this amazing story unfold.
A must read!

Undercover (Billionaire Bodyguards Book 2) by Via Mari
5 stars

Anytime I see this author has a book, its an immediate one-click for me. This is book 2 but its not needed to read book 1, but you’re going to want to after you finish this one. She’s just that good!
I’m loving this new series, and seeing previous characters from other series is always fun too.
This follows Matt and Marenah, and the secrets in this book left me gripping my kindle for what was to come. I love the mix of action and steamy scenes. Must must read.

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Whispered Surrender (Sinful Duets Book 1) by Via Mari – Review by Kerry Carr

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the first book in the Sinful Duets series. This is one author that never fails to impressive me. I have loved every book I have read and am always excited to read new ones. If you like possessive, strong, stubborn men, a strong lead female character, danger around every turn and chemistry and steam off the charts then I highly recommed these book. There are 2 books in the series which focus on two different couples.

The first story follows Jay and Sasha.

Jay works as security detail protecting some of the Mafia men. He is good at his job and so is his team. Normally he is focused on work until a Russian Ballerina waltz into his life and changes it forever.
Sasha is a firey woman she knows what she wants and goes for it. And what she wants is Jay’s boss. However when he turns her away Jay sees his opportunity.
However she is no damsel in distress and with connections of her own to other Mafia families and selling secrets to a different one she could land herself in very hot water.
Jay meanwhile is determined to protect her at any cost but how will he react if her secrets are revealed? What would it mean for Sasha if her true identity is revealed? This is a fast paced read which had me continously turning the pages. I felt like I couldn’t breath until I got to the end it was such a gripping read.

The second story is about Marenah and Matt.

Marenah is the granddaughter of the Russian Mafia family. She knows secrets that both the Russian Mafia and the Chicago Mafia wants her silenced for. As she goes looking for answers she finds herself taken and kept in a basement with Matt.

Matt was undercover looking for Sasha and now he find himself captured by the Chicago Mafia. When he meets Marenah the connection and attraction between them is instant. Now Matt feels the overwhelming need to protect Marenah at all cost and with the Russian and Chicago Mafia’s after her is that even going to be possible?
What secrets does Marenah know that has made her such a target? Will Matt stand any chance of protecting her and keeping her safe?
Again this is a gripping read, the characters are amazing. I feel in love with Matt straight away and I loved how strong and determined Marenah is.
This author has a great talent of writing characters that completely complement each other and the story’s just flow effortlessly.

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Whispered Surrender (Sinful Duets Book 1) by Via Mari – Review by Robin Rankin

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Whispered Surrender

This is the first of the Sinful Duets books and features Wayward and Undercover from the Billionaire Bodyguards series.

Wayward is the first book and I was so happy to see some of my favorite characters from the two earlier series.

We know Jay from the Prestian series and holy cow, he is a lot more alpha than I was expecting. I think in my mind I pictures him as a teddy bear under all of the growling. I was so wrong but it works for him.

Sasha was a hot mess in our previous encounters with her and again at the beginning of this book, but she grew on me a lot and though at times I wanted to shake her, I saw a lot of growth in her as the story progressed.

Great way to begin this next series and I can’t wait to see who falls next.

Undercover is the second book. We finally get Matt’s story. I fell hard for Matt when he was protecting Jenny in The Torzial Affair series and that love has only grown since then.

Marenah is also a not new character if you read Sasha and Jay’s story. She is so much more than I expected her to be, which goes to show that first impressions aren’t always right. She has a knack for finding trouble and wanting to fix it.

Matt and Marenah are a hot couple. Their attraction is instantaneous and off the charts. There were a few time I had to put the book down to catch my breath.

I have been fortunate enough to read the two other series that this series is spun from so I know who everyone is and how they are all connected.

I highly recommend this book and series.

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Whispered Surrender: A Dark Mafia Romance (Sinful Duets Book 1) by Via Mari- Reviewed by Stephanie Dulac

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Whispered Surrender: A Dark Mafia Romance is the first book that i have read by this author and let me tell you i was not expecting to love this book as much as i did. Whispered Surrender is A Dark Mafia Romance with some suspense. Whispered Surrender had me hooked from the beginning, In this book we have two parts part one is about Sasha and Jay i loved following there story, i enjoyed reading about there budding romance. Part two has Matt and Marenah. Marenah is also sashas sister and as much as i loved reading about Sasha i adored reading about Marenah. I seriously can not wait to read the next book i hope it will be just as captivating as this read. If you are into romance books i highly recommend you add this sires to your list. Thank you to this amazing author for this wonderful book.

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Whispered Surrender (Sinful Duets Book 1) by Via Mari – Review by Shannon Fowler

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I love reading Via Mari’s billionaire stories. First there was The Prestian Series, then The Torzial Affair and now The Billionaire Bodyguards! While I have not read The Prestian Series (yet), I loved the Torzial Affair. The three series mix a little with the characters. You don’t have to read one to understand the others, but it sure helps, and Mari’s writing style makes you WANT to read every word she writes!

Wayward is about Sasha and Jay. Sasha is a little lost and well “wayward”. But with the help of Jay, she is able to figure out her own worth and eventually understands that she is not all on her own.
I love the inter-connecting of the story lines and characters. Not only do you get to “meet” new ones, but you get to reconnect with old ones.

Undercover is just as good as Wayward. The action, the hotness, even the secrets being kept. It seemed that everyone was undercover for one reason or another! I kept trying to guess who the good guys were and who the bad guys were.
Matt is a bodyguard. He is also working undercover trying to uncover some mafia secrets and save innocent people. He is good at what he does. It doesn’t hurt that he is delicious to look at.

Marenah is the twin sister of Sasha from book one, Wayward. (You really don’t have to read book one to read Undercover, but it sure doesn’t hurt.) Marenah’s family has many ties to the mafia, which includes secrets of their own.  We know that her loyalty lies with her sister. We also know that Marenah is undercover, but who is she trying to help?! So many secrets!

Reading books by Mari makes good sense. These books are easy to read, adventurous, steamy and an easy way to escape reality.

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Whispered Surrender (Sinful Duets Book 1) by Via Mari – Review by Paloma Fierro

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Jay works as the security head of a billionaire, he is intelligent and knows that the people who give him orders are good at what they do and face constant danger from within their own organizations and outside enemies. Oh but destiny is cruel, he falls for one of his boss girls, even when the boss does not care at all about the girl, now he must face the angel that haunts his dreams.

 

Sasha is a ballerina, she loves what ballet brings to her life discipline, steadiness, and something that does not leave her. Daughter of a mafia boss, but illegitimate, has to make do by herself and this has given her the constant sensation that she won’t ever be enough as a woman to be loved and protected. 

 

This strangers to lovers story is full of action and dom/sub play that you won’t be able to stop reading. 

Whispered Surrender (Sinful Duets Book 1) by Via Mari – Review by Bobbi Wagner

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wayward

I love this book! This is the first book in this new series for this author. Her writing style is creative and engaging. The characters pop off the pages and make the story seem real. They are connectable and relatable, they make the story. In this book, we get to see Jay’s story and what a story it is. He meets Sasha, the problem is she has mafia connections. There is just something about her he can’t get out of his mind. Will he be able to move past that and take her heart? A must read!

Undercover

I loved this story as it is engaging, creative and certainly brings the heat. This author’s characters pop off the pages as well as make me feel as if I was right there with them. This is one of my favorite authors because of the way she is able to tell a story that makes me come back for more. This is Matt and Marenah’s story. One a security guard and the other a granddaughter of the Russian mafia. Will they overcome the struggles they face or will it all be too much? A must read!

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Whispered Surrender (Sinful Duets Book 1) by Via Mari – Review by Angela Shirley

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Wayward

Jay has never met anyone like her before, Sasha is a enigma to him although an angel in disguise, but when she is in danger with the mafia, Jay feels compelled to help her.

Sasha has a guardian angel in Jay but with her history she has felt unloved and rejected her whole life, but when he walks in and turns her world around, someone who will protect her and love her for who she is.

Undercover

Matt is undercover with the mafia, trying to find things to help get to the bottom of all sorts of things going on, but when a lady is in a sticky situation Matt is always there to help. Finding out the details against Sasha, he strives to help the one person he feels compelled to protect Marenah although they are both running from the Russian and Chicago Mafia’s will he keep her safe.

Marenah holds a powerful secret which can destroy the two families of the mafia, but they are determined to she her dead. Can the one person she has trusted help her keep alive and can she push down the feelings for this man or will they destroy each other in the process.

OMG I have come to believe that this author is a genesis in the suspense and thrilling nature of her books and these two books do not disappoint. The books are well written as always and holds just enough sexual chemistry, intrigue and thrilling turns to hold your attention all the way through each book. I could not put these books down.

I always love the powerful female characters and Sasha and Marenah are no exception with the vunerability with the added strength is beautiful to read and although Jay and Matt are Alpha male character you have to love a flawed hero at the best of times and these two are said males.

I can’t wait to read more books in this series or by this wonderful author, thank you.

 

Whispered Surrender (Sinful Duets Book 1) by Via Mari – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars
Whispered Surrender (Sinful Duets Book 1) by Via Mari

Whispered Surrender is the first book in the Sinful Duets and is a Dark Mafia Romance/Romantic Suspense/ Billionaire Bodyguard Romance that grabs you from the beginning and doesn’t let go till the end. This is two wonderfully written stories in one book. We get Wayward (Sasha and Jay) Undercover (Matt and Marenah) . Both these stories are packed with drama , action, secrets, danger and so much more. This author is one of my favorites and I never hesitate to read whatever she writes. Both of these stories the chemistry between the characters are off the charts. I don’t want to give away anything. I highly recommend reading this book to find out what happens next. I’m already ready for more from this Author.

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Whispered Surrender (Sinful Duets Book #1) by Via Mari – Review by Angela Hayes

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

 

5 Stars

 

Whispered Surrender is the first book in the Sinful Duets series by Via Mari. This is a fantastic romantic suspense duet that contains two standalone stories- ‘Wayward’ and ‘Undercover’. I love the way Via Mari weaves her stories with plenty of chemistry, sizzle, danger, secrets, hidden agendas, action, mystery, a whole lot of intrigue, emotion, and so much more. I’m always guaranteed of a unputdownable read when I dive into one of her stories, and that’s certainly the case for this book too.
I love that we get a duet, two fantastic stories together in one book- it really allowed me to sink my tenth into some ‘meaty’ stories. I love the Billionaire Bodyguards, and this is a great way to immerse yourself in their world.
Via Mari is one of my ‘go-to’ authors, and her superb romantic suspense stories come with gripping suspense, intrigue, palpable tension, and sizzling chemistry- while balancing everything with believable emotion.
Another riveting read from this talented author!
Happy Reading…

Thank you, Via Mari!

 

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Whispered Surrender (Sinful Duets Book 1) by Via Mari – Review by Candida Hopper

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is an awesome duet. Two books in one is the best of both worlds. These books have hot bodyguards, action, romance, danger, feisty and strong woman characters, and so much more. These stories will keep you glued to the pages wanting to know what happens next and just when you think you know what’s going to happen there are unexpected twists and turns that throw you for a loop. I have enjoyed every book I have read by this author and these ones are no different. This author has a way of engaging the reader and making me invested in the outcome of the characters. There are ups and downs, times when I’m on the edge of my seat and character growth. These books have everything I want and need out of a good story. This is a must read if you want to find out more about Sasha and Jay and Merenah and Matt. I highly recommend this read.

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Whispered Surrender (Sinful Duets Book 1) by Via Mari – Review by Micalah Weatherholtz

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This author was a new to me but I’m always looking to broaden my book horizons and expand my to be read list so I was excited to pick up Whispered Surrender. Via Mari is such a well reviewed author that I felt confident that I would enjoy reading one of her books and I’m glad I took that chance. Whispered Surrender is actually two books and not just one which was nice. We get to read about two possessive, alpha male, mafia bodyguards, and the woman they fall in love with. Jay and Sasha, Matt and Mirenah are the dynamic couples in these two novels that were full of drama, suspense, intrigue, and fast paced with a dash of spicyness. Sasha and Mirenah are actually twin sisters which was really unexpected but a neat twist. I’m looking forward to picking up more books by this author.

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Whispered Surrender (Sinful Duets Book 1) by Via Mari – Review by Felicia Bates

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Wayward
Via Mari has a talent for crafting hot and steamy chemistry between characters with strong storylines. I used to have a preconceived notion that if a book was sexy it couldn’t have substance too, Via Mari shatters that misconception with each book I read.
I have to say I loved Wayward and it may have been my favorite Via Mari book thus far. I look forward to seeing what more is to come.

Undercover
How I could go from never reading a particular Author to becoming hooked on multiple series at once is beyond me, but Via Mari has me completely hooked.
With likable characters and intense passion, each book I read by this author impresses me through and through. I had a preconceived notion that steamy romances meant the storyline wouldn’t have depth or substance. Via Mari has shown me this couldn’t be further from the truth. Undercover has twists and turns that kept me interested from start to finish. Looking forward to reading more from Via Mari, as usual.

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Whispered Surrender (Sinful Duets Book One) by Via Mari By Heidi Woodring

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Whispered Surrender by Via Mari is two books that will grab you and not let you go. Add in amazing and HOT bodyguards and the girls that they WANT and NEED to protect! I highly recommend this read and YOU will NOT be disappointed!!

Jay and Sasha- Wayward
Sasha is a ballerina who is strong willed, graceful, and guarded. Jay wants and needs to protect her when she falls on the wrong side of the Mafia. Jay and his team step in to protect her. This story is filled with love, lust, and mystery. From the beginning to the end, the story held me and wished the read was longer because I truly wanted to disappear into the world of Sasha and Jay!

Matt and Marenah- Undercover

Matt and Marenah meet while he undercover, and is drawn to her innocent blue eyes. But she is family to the Russian crime family. Secrets are found out but, in the end, Matt wants Marenah to be his, and nothing will stop him. He wants her to be his, he never felt this way before, within his heart and his body.

Whispered Surrender (Sinful Duets Book 1) by Via Mari – Review by Tausha Treadway

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Whispered Surrender (Sinful Duets Book 1) by Via Mari. I love anything by this author and anything Mafia so this was a book made in Heaven. I loved every second of it. The first story is Wayward about Sasha and Jay. I thought Sasha was a snot because she is a beautiful ballerina but when you really get to know her she’s not. Jay fell for her the minute he saw her but she only had eyes for her boss. How will Jay every get her to see him for the decent guy he is? Sasha is wrapped up in herself and Jay is doing security for the Mafia. Will the good guy win in this romance? The second story was Undercover and its the story of Matt and Marenah. Marenah is Sasha’s twin sister and is a lot nicer than Sasha. Many people are after Marenah to kill her. Matt and Marenah meet when the Chicago mafia kidnap them and meet back up in Russia. Marenah has a huge secret and she will do anything to keep it. Matt finally figures out who Marenah is and their chemistry is off the charts. He tries to dig as deep as he can to get to know her to find out her secret. Will he ever discover the truth and if he does will he feel about her the same way. These stories will keep you flipping pages until the very end. Amazing book!

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Whispered Surrender (Sinful Duets Book 1) by Via Mari – Review by Jenni Bishop

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Whispered Surrender is the first book in the Sinful Duets books by Via Mari is another fantastic read from this talented author. Whispered Surrender is the collection of previous books Wayward and Undercover.

I see Via’s name and jump straight in. I don’t even read the cover because I always know I am in good hands when it comes to her books. It is a great start to another of her fabulous series and has many of my old favourites from her other series. Hot alpha men looking out for their own with the backing of their employers who trust them like family. And the romance is all hot tamale and sizzling to the point of boiling. Via has once again woven her magic and puts you through hoops where the drama and secrets, fear and pain, love and lies is palpable and we travel to exciting place. There is conflict with some of the most powerful and dangerous men in the world including several mafia families.

There are two stories to one book and the first is Jay and Sasha’s story:

Jay met a siren, but she only has eyes for his boss. The beautiful ballerina takes his breath away but how does he get her to see she is made for him and him alone but when a secret is brought to light, he may just have to walk away with his heart in tatters.

The second book is Matt and Marenah’s story:

It is another exciting and titillating story in this series which is a spin off from the original Prestian series and another spin of being the Torzial Affair. Each of these series are fantastic and now we get to see the wonderful alpha hotties who look after and manage the security of the billionaires get their own stories. All the characters intertwine within each of the series so now we are getting to know so much more about them and get reacquainted with them much more intimately. As always Via leads a mighty dance keeping it all together without compromising on the great story. The action and feelings, the secrets and danger, love and drama is described so vividly that it is palpable and draws you in. I always lose out on sleep when reading Via’s stories as I have to know how it will all end, and it is so, so easy to get lost in the journey they travel in.

In this book we get to see where Matt came from and what he has been through. And when a mysterious blond comes into his life, he won’t let her go but when he finds out the truth, he may just have to do that.

I suggest you start at the beginning with the Prestian series and work your way through, because as I said they are all intertwined characters, and you will see where it all starts. You will thank me later.

Make a date and enjoy.

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Whispered Surrender (Sinful Duets Book 1) by Via Mari – Review by Katy Winter

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed this. Having the 2 sisters stories together and reading from each perspective and how the same story ended for both sides was actually really cool.
I loved the men in these stories. Especially Jay, something about him and his devotion was truly inspiring and I wish all men would take a lesson 🙂
Cannot wait for the second duet series 🙂

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Whispered Surrender (Sinful Duets Book 1) by Via Mari – Review by Cindy Mayberry

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wayward
Romance and suspense and a whole lot of bodyguards. No spoilers here, you need to read it to believe it.
Sasha Koslov is a Ballerina from Russia. She is talented as well as a strong willed woman. When she finds herself in trouble, in comes Jay the head honcho with an elite security team. Not where he was supposed to be, Jay takes the woman and offers her protection. He really has no clue who she is, until trouble comes knocking at his door.
This author has done it again. This story is a quick read. Only because once you start, you can’t put it down. It is full of action as well as a great romance story. I love her characters!! Jay and Sasha are both trying not to fall for the other. This story did not end like I had anticipated, I was wrong every time I thought I knew what would happen, I was wrong. I LOVE this series. Not for those under 18 due to the adult theme.

Undercover
This is a full length novel. You will find , hot and steamy romance and suspense all rolled into one fantastic book. Not for those under 18 due to language and adult situations.
Marenah is the granddaughter of the Russian Mafia Family.. She is being hunted down by many people of the Chicago Mafia as well as the Russian Mafia. When she goes looking for answers about her grandfather. She finds herself captured in a basement with Matt, and the Chicago Mafia has them. They are fortunate to escape, but that does not mean she is free. Now she has two mafia groups after her. She is in the fight of her life. Will she get things taken care of? Will she and Matt find a way to make things right?

Once again this author has done it. This story is filled with feelings. Love, suspense, and one rollercoaster of a ride, on this reading train. Marenah is one of her characters and she is strong as well as smart. Matt is also in the mix and he is very protective of those around him. This story will get you involved on page one and keep you reading until the end. The author will keep you glued in her books. I look forward to the next series and see what she has in store.

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Whispered Surrender (Sinful Duets Book 1) by Via Mari – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A dark mafia/bratva romance which had me captivated throughout. I loved the fact that this was two books in one as it meant I could ‘binge read’ them! Book one tells Jay and Sasha’s story, Jay protects people for a living but it’s just a job, until he meets Sasha. When she ends up on the wrong side of the mafia Jay is determined to keep her safe. Then claim her even if it means going up against one of the most notorious crime families. Book two is Sasha’s twin sister Marenah and Matt’s story. Matt comes across Marenah whilst on an undercover assignment, but as the granddaughter of the head of the Russian Bratva she’s not exactly who she appears to be. However, Matt is one of the most feared and ruthless protectors in the business and is determined to claim, her even if she is an off-limits mafia princess. I did fall in love with both Sasha and Marenah, two fearless women and Jay and Matt the men who will do anything to protect them. The storylines and plot in both stories kept me gripped, and the characters and settings were brought vividly to life through the descriptive narrative. The fiery and passionate chemistry between the couples really came across, and I loved how their relationships developed throughout the stories. An enjoyable and engaging read, where each story and couple have a guaranteed HEA!

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Whispered Surrender (Sinful Duets Book 1) by Via Mari – Review by Katie Matthews

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Whispered Surrender is a fantastic book containing two amazing stories Wayward and Undercover by the very talented Via Mari.

Wayward

I was hooked from beginning to end with this thrilling and exciting dark mafia read! It had everything I love in a story and more! I was swept along with the characters story and also to all of the places their story took me! The authors writing was beautifully detailed, I could imagine all of the places she was describing. I did feel like I really knew the main characters Jay and Sasha and I was so invested in their story from the past to the present to their future.
I have read quite a few books by this author and she never fails to bring me a story that I love but I can honestly say that this one is absolutely my favourite of hers – it was simply an outstanding read! It has gotten me very excited for what’s to come from the series and I cannot wait!!

Undercover

I absolutely LOVED this story! It is yet again another amazing read by the very talented Via Mari! I was hooked from beginning to end and I could not put it down at all! I loved Marenah and Matt! Their story was definitely full of action and a lot of steamy moments! I love how Ms Mari has intertwined characters from her other two series into this new one – although it is not necessary to have read them this book reads perfectly as a standalone.
I thought Marenah was a fantastic character, so strong, independent and she could definitely hold her own when it came to it! I loved reading about her!
I think I fell in love with Matt pretty much straight away! There was just something about him, so genuine and likeable.
The moment that Marenah and Matt met I just knew (and hoped) that there would be something between them, apart from the attraction and chemistry there seemed to be something a little deeper there.
I am really looking forward to reading more from this series and as always this author! I 100% recommend this amazing read to others!

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Whispered Surrender (Sinful Duets Book 1) by Via Mari – Review by Barbara Bohls

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Whispered Surrender (Sinful Duets #1)Whispered Surrender by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is an amazing read. I love the you don’t have to wait long for the next book in a duet. The fact that this is both books in one makes it so, so, so much better. This book has everything from suspense to steam. I am all about a few really hot bodyguards falling in love. Since they are body guards I both books, you can imagine that there are going to be twists and turns that you don’t see coming. I love when a book can make me think a certain thing is going to happen and then completely blows me out of the water when it doesn’t. I couldn’t put this down until I was done reading it. It has me getting angry along with the characters, shocked by some events, chewing my nails trying to figure out what is gonna happen next, and fanning my face because the heat just pours off the pages. If you like fast paced, jaw dropping stories, this book is for you. If you don’t want to wait to get the next book, this book is for you. I honestly read it and it felt like it was just a continuation, even though there was a focus on other characters. It is seamlessly written and is definitely going to be an author I keep tabs on.
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Whispered Surrender (Sinful Duets Book 1) by Via Mari – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Whispered Surrender (Sinful Duets #1)Whispered Surrender by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a duet collection that you must have. These two stories are the most intense, thrilling, dramatic, adventurous, and most steamy ones that I have read in a while. I couldn’t put the book down. This author is known for her magnificent writing when it comes to mafia stories. This does not disappoint at all. The writing is most engaging and very contemporary. You are sucked right in from the start. The characters are both endearing and adventurous. They are both good and naughty. I couldn’t get enough and I can’t wait to get into book 2 of the Sinful Duets collection.

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Whispered Surrender (Sinful Duets Book 1) by Via Mari – Review by Naomi McDonald

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Whispered Surrender (Sinful Duets #1)Whispered Surrender by Via Mari
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Jay & Sasha
You can read this collection without having to read the other series associated with it, but if you want to know more about the characters you should read other works by this author.
When I first ran across the Sasha character (in a previous series), I didn’t like her very much. She was creating a lot of drama. In this story, you get a better understanding of why she is the way she is. I changed the way I felt about her in this book.
As you read this story you are likely to feel a wide range of emotions. The story keeps up a good pace and has characters you can connect to. Suspense, steamy scenes, danger…overall a great read.

Matt and Marenah
There were a couple of parts toward the beginning that grated on me a little, but it wasn’t enough to ruin the whole story. It starts off with a bang and maintains a good pace throughout. There are plenty of steamy scenes and suspenseful moments to keep your attention to the very end. It took me a little bit to warm up to Matt…that Princess bit just was not working for me. I enjoyed Marenah’s feistiness, and how many layers there are to her character.

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Whispered Surrender (Sinful Duets Book 1) by Via Mari – Review by Elisha Johnson

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Whispered Surrender (Sinful Duets #1)Whispered Surrender by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Whispered Surrender: A Dark Mafia Romance (Sinful Duets Book 1) by Via Mari- 5 out of 5 stars

I absolutely love that there were two books in one because I was not ready to stop reading this authors work. Who doesn’t love to read about deliciously hot bodyguards, plural! From wild rides you never want to get off of to fast-paced, action-packed, mystery and intrigue, I loved ever page! This author did a great job keeping the storyline going and oh man she brought the heat! I recommend this book.

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