Apelidos Russos

Melody, a 21 year old lady, the second child and stepdaughter of The Moreno-Russo family. Her mother had an affair with Mr Giovanni Moreno-Russo, the leader and alpha of the Moreno-Russo. Her mother, Mathilde was killed by the jealous wife of Giovanni, Mrs Guila Moreno-Russo but no one ever cared about her, Melody doesn't even know her mother's name. Her stepsister, Roseanne was always the doll of the family, no one cared about Melody, they don't care if she eats or she's sick. The Moreno-Russo family had 4 children, The first child, Samuel (27 years old), then Melody(21 years), then Leonardo (20 years), and the last child Roseanne(19 years). Samuel and Leonardo are both mostly in Paris on a business meeting with some partners of their father's. Despite being the oldest, Samuel has a little goatee on his face and Leonardo has a full on beard which he never shaves. Samuel is 6’2, two inches taller than Leonardo. Leonardo has a muscular physique, he's stronger than Samuel buh he hasn't gotten the chance to prove it. And then there's Roseanne, a 5’7 tall lady, she's the talk of her school, she has the perfect body and after many years of plastic surgery, the perfect face. Everyone knows she did the surgery buh no one can ever say it to her face. Lucas Rodriguez, a 26 year old, feirce looking man and the heir of the Rodriguez family, the top mafia family in Italy, his father was killed by am assassin from the Calabres family. His mother Fiorella, the queen of the family, she oversees most of the family transactions. Marcus Rodriguez, the second and last child of the family, he's also the jovial one, he's 20 and 6’2. Fiorella has been pestering Lucas to get married, so he can bore an heir for the family. And Lucas happens to request a bride from the Moreno-Russo family. Everyone in Italy knows how brutal Lucas can be including the Moreno-Russo's and they're not ready to give their precious Roseanne as slave to the Rodriguez buh they cannot disobey them. So they give them Melody, the pure hearted innocent girl who has been maltreated her entire life. Will Melody survive the abuse from the Rodriguez? Or will Lucas grow a soft heart for her? Find out in MELODY and the BEAST .

``` Kendall, uma assassina bem-conhecida que causava terror no coração de seus inimigos. Kendall era conhecida por ser a melhor entre os melhores e seu apelido 'Fênix' era sussurrado por toda a cena underground. No entanto, o reinado da Fênix foi breve e por suas próprias maquinações, ainda assim. É horrível perder a pessoa que mais amamos, especialmente de maneira trágica. Parecia que ela foi impulsionada pela depressão completa por não ter nada e ninguém pelo qual viver. Portanto, ela deu tudo de si e destruiu completamente aqueles que tiraram sua irmã mais nova dela. No entanto, após se sacrificar para salvar sua irmã mais nova. Alguém não esperaria que uma assassina renascesse como uma lagarta ou mesmo um besouro do esterco, mas aqui temos Kendall. Talvez ela tenha salvado um país em uma vida passada. Ou foi bom karma por destruir uma organização de assassinos, ela se encontra reencarnada como uma tímida e obediente estudante de ensino médio rural. Sofrendo bullying dos colegas? Duplo padrão dos professores? Desprezada por seu noivo? À medida que os desafios surgem e a pressão aumenta por parte de conglomerados poderosos, ela encontra Damien Knight, um homem de personalidade muito direta. Ele conhece alguém como Kendall e não consegue controlar sua intriga sobre ela. A moça era um completo mistério para ele e tudo que ela fazia sempre o surpreendia. Ambas as personalidades são bastante semelhantes até certo ponto. Embora seu pedido pudesse fazer qualquer um lutar para manter a seriedade. Ela esfrega calmamente o pulso e entrega um aviso, "Espero que você não se arrependa de me provocar." Atrás dela, um homem nobre e bonito aparece do nada, disposto a ir a qualquer comprimento para proteger e apoiá-la."Por quê?" ela pergunta. "Você salvou meu avô, então me ofereço em troca. Algum problema?" ele responde com uma risada baixa. ```

She is afraid of the darkness. He is the ruler of it. He is the darkness she fears. She is the only light he loves and crave. She is the moon. He is the dark night sky. And she is his. His darkest obsession, possession, and fixation. ISABELLA RUSSO had everything anyone could ever dream of: wealth, a loving family, and loyal friends. A perfect, peaceful life. But the peace crumbled the moment she saved a man, ignoring his warning to protect him from the darkness, not knowing that he was the DARKNESS. By the moment she realized, it was too late, as he had already set his eyes on her. Yet she prayed to never cross paths with him again, unaware that he had another plan and so did her fate. She wished to be and live happily with her loved ones. Yet it just took one day for all of Isabella's wishes and life to shatter into pieces. Death of her parents, betrayed by her best friend, drugged, she entangled with the very darkness she feared who came to save her—Isabella lost everything in just one day. With nothing left, she chose to run away with the vow to return for revenge. Five years later, she returns with the twins she never expected and with the desire and determination to take revenge. Never once did Isabella imagine the darkness, she thought had forgotten her had been waiting for her like a predator with a cage ready to ensnare his prey. NICHOLAS COSTA was the darkness. The nightmare everyone feared. The ruler of the Costa Empire and Italy. The most dangerous devil of all, the mafia king. He was the darkest night sky without a moon or light. He never needed or wanted either. Until he met her. The night she saved him; she brightened his darkness like a moon and melted his cold heart. She became his moon and his darkest obsession. Now he wanted her. He would have her, and nothing could stop him. Even if it meant burning the entire world, he would have her. His moon. [Mature Content] [The second couple is MM]

Can you resist the temptation of a dangerous billionaire?” Isabella Blackwood is a woman with a plan. Strong, independent, and laser-focused on her career, she’s never been one to fall for the dangerous allure of powerful men. But when she meets Dante Russo, an enigmatic billionaire with a reputation for ruthlessness, everything she thought she knew about control and power starts to crumble. Dante has lived a life of privilege and secrecy, surrounded by enemies and temptation. His cold exterior hides a world of pain and betrayal , one that Isabella’s presence unwittingly threatens to unravel. Their first meeting is explosive, their chemistry undeniable, but a dangerous web of lies, business rivalries, and dark secrets stands between them. As they’re drawn deeper into each other’s lives, Isabella is forced to question everything. Is Dante the man she’s been warned to stay away from? Or is he someone who could finally make her feel alive, someone who needs her as much as she needs him? With every stolen kiss, every heated glance, they grow closer to a passion that could either heal them both or destroy everything they hold dear. In a world where trust is a luxury and every relationship is a game of power, can Isabella and Dante defy the odds, or will their connection bring them both to their knees? Will she kiss him back, or will she walk away from the one man who could change her world forever?

He was the perfect boyfriend… or so she thought. Elena Carter is a rising detective, fearless and brilliant. But her world shatters when she's assigned to track down a ruthless mafia leader—only to find out that he shares the same face as the man she loves. The deeper she digs, the more terrifying the truth becomes. Was Adrian Russo ever real? Or was he just a mask? And when forced to choose between her duty and her heart, will she kill the man she loves… or die trying to save him? A story of passion, betrayal, and secrets that refuse to stay buried.

When Special Agent Celeste Carter goes undercover to infiltrate the deadly DeLuca crime syndicate, she never expects to find herself drawn to the enigmatic and dangerous Adrian Russo—the heir to the empire she’s sworn to take down. As she gains his trust, their game of cat and mouse turns into something far more dangerous: an undeniable connection neither of them can ignore. But when a shocking revelation shakes the foundation of everything they believed, Celeste and Adrian must choose between duty and desire, loyalty and betrayal—before the truth destroys them both.

Lena is the only daughter of the Russo family, one of the most powerful and feared mafia clans in the city. She has always dreamed of escaping her father’s control and living a normal life. But her fate is sealed when her father announces that he has arranged her marriage to Ezekiel, the son of the rival Moretti family. Lena is horrified by the prospect of marrying a man she barely knows, who is also her enemy. She soon discovers that Ezekiel has a dark secret that could endanger both of their lives. As the wedding day approaches, Lena must decide whether to obey her father’s orders, or to follow her heart and risk everything.

Ivy Warren, a 21-year-old young woman born into a family of professional assassins, was trained by her father to kill mercilessly and never normalize her victims. Things were going well until she signed a contract to kill a very powerful and wealthy investigator, a mission even her father was unable to complete. To carry out her mission, she adopts the name Ludovica Russo and pretends to be an innocent damsel in distress to get closer to her target who turns out to be enigmatic and irresistible Xavier Baccio Berardo. What happens when the prey, Xavier, falls for his hunter, and vice versa? Can this talented assassin complete her mission as always, without any emotional strings attached? Let's find out in... Trapped By The Contract Assassin

In the quiet town of Westford , life seems idyllic—until a brutal murder shatters the peace. The body of a prominent businessman is discovered at his lavish estate, sparking a frenzy of fear and suspicion. Detective Jack Russo, a sharp and tenacious investigator, is assigned to the case. But as Jack digs deeper, he uncovers a web of secrets, lies, and betrayals that link the victim to nearly everyone in town. From the charming mayor with a hidden agenda to the enigmatic stranger who just moved in, no one is above suspicion. As tensions rise and trust erodes, the town’s residents are forced to confront their own dark pasts. For Jack, the investigation becomes a personal obsession as he battles his own demons and races against time to uncover the truth. In a game of cat and mouse, where every clue leads to another mystery and every ally could be the killer, Jack must ask himself: how far will i need to go to catch the culprit? "Who Is the Killer?" is a gripping mystery novel that explores the fragile bonds of trust and the shadows people hide behind when no one is watching. Can the truth ever truly set you free—or is it the most dangerous weapon of all?

She's the wife he never wanted...and the weakness he never saw coming. Ruthless. Meticulous. Arrogant. Dante Russo thrives on control, both personally and professionally. The billionaire CEO never planned to marry—until the threat of blackmail forces him into an engagement with a woman he barely knows. Vivian Lau, jewelry heiress and daughter of his newest enemy. It doesn’t matter how beautiful or charming she is. He'll do everything in his power to destroy the evidence and their betrothal. There’s only one problem: now that he has her...he can't bring himself to let her go. *** Elegant. Ambitious. Well-mannered. Vivian Lau is the perfect daughter and her family’s ticket into the highest echelons of high society. Marrying a blue-blooded Russo means opening doors that would otherwise remain closed to her new-money family. While the rude, elusive Dante isn't her idea of a dream partner, she agrees to their arranged marriage out of duty. Craving his touch was never part of the plan. Neither was the worst thing she could possibly do: fall in love with her future husband.

Maya, a vulnerable young woman finds herself trapped in a toxic relationship with Lucas, an arrogant and egoistic man. When Maya is indebted to the ruthless Russo family, she is forced to pay the price. Don Carlo, the proud and energetic boss expects her to be at his mansion. But when she least expects it, she finds herself experiencing unexpected pleasure in the arms of someone else. She becomes trapped in a world of danger. As she navigates this new life of organized crime, Maya finds herself drawn to Lucas’s charisma as she becomes his wife. But can their love survive?

Synopsis: Sophia, a journalist, investigates organized crime. Dante, a mafia underboss, is tasked with stopping her. But Sophia's determination and intelligence intrigue him. As they engage in a cat-and-mouse game, Dante finds himself torn between duty and desire. CHAPTER 1: "Deadline Looming"* Sophia Russo tapped her pen impatiently on her desk, staring at the blank page in front of her. Her editor, Mark, had been breathing down her neck all morning. "Sophia, where's the mafia exposé?" Mark asked, his voice firm but laced with annoyance. "You've had weeks to work on this. I need something concrete by the end of the day." Sophia took a deep breath, trying to calm her racing thoughts. "I'm close, Mark. Just need to verify some sources." Mark's expression turned skeptical. "Verify? You've been verifying for months. I need results, Sophia." As Mark walked away, Sophia's phone buzzed with an incoming text: "Meet me at the coffee shop on 5th and Main at 7 pm. Come alone. -A" Sophia's heart skipped a beat. Alex, her reliable source, rarely contacted her directly. She glanced around the newsroom, ensuring no one watched, before quickly typing: "See you then." The message sent, Sophia's mind whirled with possibilities. What did Alex have for her? Was it finally the break she needed? The pressure from Mark still lingered, but Sophia's determination reignited. She would get this story. As she processed the message, a sudden wave of déjà vu washed over her. The newsroom around her blurred, and Sophia felt herself transported back in time. She saw herself as a teenager, sitting in the backseat of her parents' car, laughing and arguing with her mom about college plans. The sound of screeching tires and shattering glass shattered the memory. Sophia's heart raced as she relived the horror of that fateful night. Her parents' faces flashed before her: her father's encouraging smile, her mother's unwavering determination. The accident's aftermath unfolded like a cruel slideshow – the hospital, the funeral, the loneliness. Sophia's gaze drifted to the silver necklace around her neck, the press badge pendant a tangible connection to her parents' legacy.

Natalia Russo's entire life comes crashing down when her father-- Mafia Lord Alessandro is suspiciously assassinated and she's left at the mercy of her brother. He has never liked her and has been jealous of her position as heir to the cartel. With her father out of the way and the new power at his fingertips, he makes a decision to not just send Natalia away but sell her to the rival Mafia family. Follow Natalia's story as she navigates her newfound life as the pet of Mafia Lord Dante Moretti and perhaps his brother as well.

The glittering world of wealth and crime collide as Liliana Russo, an innocent, pure, and fragile soul but a fierce, defiant, and independent person, an heiress trapped in the shadows of her family's sprawling criminal empire, longs for an escape from the cold, gilded life she's forced to lead. Scarred by betrayal and bound by blood, she has learned that in her world, trust is as dangerous as love. Enter Dante Moretti, his name is synonymous with fear throughout the city's elite. Ruthless, calculating, untouchable, cruel and cold hearted, the Mafia prince with an icy calm navigates the underworld, ruling it with an iron fist. But when their respective worlds collide, sparks fly, and what began as a volatile attraction quickly spirals into a forbidden passion. Dante's charismatic presence brings forth a fire within Liliana that she had never experienced and was forbidden to; whereas her innocence, defiance, and wildness call to him in desire and in intrigue, he finds that she challenges his coldness and detachment in ways that shake his very rigid control. As the dangerous attraction continues to intensify, Liliana is thrust into a world of secrets being deadly, fragile alliances, and enemies around every corner. The distinction between love and destruction grows increasingly fuzzy as their decisions bring them closer to the precipice of betrayal that might be their undoing. In a city where danger and desire walk hand-in-hand, Liliana and Dante must navigate a labyrinth of passion and peril, but the cost of their love may be their very lives. ______________________ Please support me, this is my first time writing a novel. I'll try to post at least 1 chapter a day.

When Elena Russo, a driven and brilliant mastermind, stumbles into the life of enigmatic billionaire Alexander Voss, she becomes entangled in a web of secrets and power. With her future on the line and her heart caught in a haul- of- war between passion and fear, Elena must navigate a world of high stakes and hidden dockets. In the empire of Secrets, trust is a luxury and love is the ultimate adventure.

Natalia Russo's entire life comes crashing down when her father-- Mafia Lord Alessandro is suspiciously assassinated and she's left at the mercy of her brother. He has never liked her and has been jealous of her position as heir to the cartel. With her father out of the way and the new power at his fingertips, he makes a decision to not just send Natalia away but sell her to the rival Mafia family. Follow Natalia's story as she navigates her newfound life as the pet of Mafia Lord Dante Moretti and perhaps his brother as well.

Born into a mafia family, Anastasia dreams of a life free from crime and violence. Her hopes are shattered when her family falls into severe debt, leading Italian mafia boss Dante Saviano to demand her hand in marriage to settle the obligation. Just before their arranged marriage, Anastasia has a one-night stand with the ruthless mafia boss Luca Moretti. As Dante starts to lower his guard and genuinely fall for Anastasia, he discovers that her heart is not solely his; she is also deeply involved with Luca. Meanwhile, Matteo Russo, a feared mafia boss who preys on others' weaknesses, learns of Dante's vulnerability through Anastasia and seeks to exploit it but ends up wanting to have her for himself. Anastasia finds herself caught in a web of power struggles between these three dangerous men, each driven by their own ambitions and hearts.

The Cosa Nostra is a secret organisation of monsters ruled by one King Alessio Vutello. He was raised by The Viper from an early age and has taken the organization by force at the young age of 25 and now at 32,he walks into one of his establishment, a poorly lit diner used as a cover up to move his shipment of drugs, alcohol and weapons but he sets his eyes in Marcella Russo, a Spanish woman who works as a waitress and decides that he wants her for himself but Marcella wants nothing to do with him because no matter how much her body pulls her to him, her mind tells her one thing "STAY THE FUCK AWAY!" but Alessio will not take no for an answer

In the chaos of World War II, the island of Sicily becomes a fierce battleground, not only between Axis and Allied forces but among those hungry for power. Luca De Luca, the younger son of the notorious mafia Don Vito De Luca, returns home after serving in the Italian army, only to find his homeland on the brink of destruction. His father, once a feared mafia leader, now plays a dangerous game, manipulating both the Germans and the Allies to secure his family's legacy. Torn between loyalty to his family and disgust at their ruthless actions, Luca is thrust into a deadly web of betrayal, war, and rebellion. His ambitious brother, Antonio, conspires with the occupying Nazi forces, while Luca secretly forges alliances with the local resistance fighters, determined to free Sicily from both fascist occupation and the mafia’s control. As the Allied invasion draws near, Luca must navigate the treacherous waters of mafia politics, wartime espionage, and family betrayal. His only allies are a group of resistance fighters, including Sophia Russo, the daughter of a key rebel leader and a woman with whom Luca shares a complicated past. Together, they race against time to sabotage the German war effort while outwitting Antonio’s growing ambitions. But in a world where trust is scarce and enemies often wear familiar faces, Luca discovers that the greatest threat to Sicily’s future might not be the Germans or the Allies, but his own family. Caught between the legacy of his father and the hope for a free Sicily, Luca must decide where his true loyalty lies—before the war consumes everything he loves. Shadow of Valor is a riveting saga of family, loyalty, and survival, set against the brutal backdrop of World War II Sicily, where the lines between hero and villain blur, and honor comes with a steep price.

The Banks family fortune came crashing down on a fateful night. Joe Banks, the brilliant Engineer who built empires from the ground up, met his end in an apparent accident - run down by a truck on a lonely stretch of road. But was it really an accident? His young daughter Samantha was the only survivor. Orphaned at a young age, she was taken in by a new family who raised her as their own, renaming her Hanna Hamilton. Though shrouded in secrecy, her past continued to shape her destiny. Years later, Hanna attended one of the top law schools in the country. Determined to fight injustice, she immersed herself in her studies. Her closest friend was Matt Dawson, who harbored feelings for her while Hanna played hard to get. Unbeknownst to Hanna, the family that had adopted her all those years ago had ties to the dangerous Russo crime syndicate. One night, after a party at a club off campus, Hanna mysteriously vanished without a trace. All signs pointed to one man - Jim Russo, a high-ranking mafia don who also happened to be Matt's uncle. Did Russo discover the truth about Hanna's hidden identity? Maybe he already abducted and Owned her. Matt was convinced her disappearance wasn't a coincidence. He vowed to uncover what really happened to the woman he loved, no matter the risks to himself as he delved deeper into the sinister web of secrets and lies. Will Mathew and Hanna's devotion be strong enough to survive Jim's wrath when he uncovers the truth?

A história relata sobre casos de assassinatos e outras violências qualificadas causadas por um suposto mafioso chamado “Adrian Bianchini Russo (Vampiro)”, procurado pelos EUA e pela Itália. Uma das maiores forças secretas dos dois países estão em foco para conseguir capturar o detento; ordenando que Giovanna Martinelli, uma espiã, investigue o caso, sendo uma surpresa descobrir que…

"You can't deny everything just like that" I screamed at the boy I once thought loved me as tears welled up in my eyes, "Well watch me" he said casually,crashing on the sofa in his room, "We have to find a solution to this pregnancy,you can expect me to abort our baby"I said trying to make him see things from a better perspective but the look on his face just proves how stupid he thinks I am right now, "Your baby not ours"he said shocking me, "Are you seriously denying sleeping with me and getting me pregnant" I screamed at him as I let my tears flow freely from my eyes, "Look I accept that I slept with you but I definitely didn't get you pregnant,why don't you ask all your numerous lovers maybe one of them will accept that they released their shit into you" he said with a bored expression on his face, "What are you talking about,I don't have any other boyfriend apart from you"I said trying to fight the truth that was staring at me, "Oh please spare me all these, whenever you are done with this drama leave and shut the door behind you"he said getting up and walking to the bathroom while I stared at him wide eyed, "Just so you know,if anyone asks you who is responsible for that thing your carrying and you call my name,I promise you I will deny ever knowing you at all and trust me when I say I'll make your life miserable" he finally said before walking into the bathroom shutting the door behind him. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Twenty-two years old Paige Moretti is struggling with her son and her very demanding job with low salary,she lives her life full of sadness and regret and to why she made the mistake that changed her whole life but things take a huge turn when her boss had a meeting with someone she never wanted to see again in life,Jace Russo.......read and find out what faith has in stall for them after 6 years....

Gabriel Russo had been born under a dark cloud. He knew his history like the back of his hand; his mother made sure of that. He knew what blood ran through his veins and what it meant. He also knew that there were some with that same blood who would kill him if they could. Born the product of a horrible act inflicted upon his mother by one of the Ricci brothers, now the adopted son of another very powerful family, he's the heir to two of the most powerful Familias in the West. The Life The Beginning is created by Jordan Silver, an eGlobal Creative Publishing signed author.

When Marissa Diáz, decides that having a one night stand with a stranger at the club, is the only way to avoid dying a virgin for the rest of her life. she clearly isn't prepared for the rollercoaster of dramas that follows after finding out that she's pregnant for a stranger! ~~~ Giovanni Russo, is a notorious playboy who would rather sleep with a chicken than to sleep with the same woman twice, nor commit himself in any relationship.  But when his one night stand shows up at his office, with the evidence that she's pregnant for him. He isn't prepared to see his daddy instincts coming to life, when he's forced to either settle down with the girl or give up his inheritance to his cousin. Marissa Diàz, a waitress and a commoner who dreams of a barbie life finds herself tangled up in the complicated life of the Russo family, after sleeping with the playboy grandson of a third generational business tycoon. At finding out that she's carrying the future heir of the next line of the Russo family. Marissa isn't ready for unplanned motherhood and also playing wife to a man, who's heart is devoid of any emotions. In a bid to not not lose his inheritance nor his child, Giovanni would have to take extreme measures and that was suggesting a contract marriage arrangement between him, and his baby mama for a year. Marissa has no option for abortion, nor did she intend on marrying a casanova like him. But maybe she could come to terms that a contract marriage for a year, is all she needed to be in the life of her child. But when love, trust and betrayal come to play a vital role in their planned marriage. Giovanni would have to come to the conclusion, that he isn't planning to let Marissa leave him nor their child after a year. But is being just a mother to their child all that Marissa wanted? What if she wanted more than what the contract forbids? When she doesn't want to be Mrs.Russo just in papers, but in Giovanni's heart? The only woman in his life, that wouldn't come so easily but who says love doesn't conquer all? ~~~ Excerpt: "Just so you know, sweetcheeks. I'm not the kind of man who's going to treat you like a queen, take you out on dates. Buy you flowers, or give you kisses every morning."  Giovanni closed the gap between them, as he saw the way her breath hitched at seeing how close he was to her. "But i promise to give you the sweetest pleasure your body would crave every single day of your life. I'm not promising you my love or affection, sweetheart. All i can provide is my time for you and the baby, so what would it be?" His words made her know how heartbroken this man was, but then she's not promising him that she would love him either. He's nothing but her baby daddy, and she's just a wife to him in contract only. "My answer is yes, Giovanni. I will be your wife." ~~~ #Book one of the baby daddy series. Author's Note:Hi everyone, this story comes in a series, and be assured for a satisfying journey right here. Any resemblance to any person is a mistake. Everything documented is nothing but the mere imagination of the author. Be warned! i take plagiarism of my work seriously and please endeavor to keep the hate comments away. If you don't like the story, move on to the next room.  My other books: *365 Days To Love. *A Mommy For Hire: The heiress must get married. *Narika:The Ghost Bride. Instagram ID: IrreplaceableSassy. Discord ID:Jayden#1882 Email: oluchij222@gmail.com.

Lilliana Russo, the eldest principessa of the Russo family, is now obliged to marry the most malevolent Don in New York City. Here, he rules like a king, and whoever opposes him meets a gruesome end. She wanted to run away and never look back like her cowardly mother did, but that had resulted in the most devastating feud between two of the most powerful Mafia families. No, she couldn’t let history repeat itself. ______ Vincenzo Salvadori wasn’t looking for love in this marriage. This was just an agreement to make peace with the Russos, as his grandmother had wished just before she drew her last breath. He conducted himself as a man of honor and even if he didn’t love his future wife, he would still respect this marriage. ______ “I-I have three conditions that I would like to put forward before this marriage takes place.” Lilly slowly lifted her eyes to meet his scorching gaze that seemed to burn into her skin. “Speak.” The deep calm in his voice made her shudder. She took a deep breath and straightened her back to appear confident. “First, I want to continue working as a doctor after the wedding. Second, after our marriage, we will sleep in separate rooms until I am ready to sleep with you, and third, I am not having a baby with you until I want to.” She breathlessly listed out, and nervously twisted the ring latched on the chain she wore. The corner of his devious lips tilted upwards and a flicker of amusement danced in his dark eyes. He leaned back on the antique sofa and brooded over what she said. Silence prevailed, so did the urge to take back her conditions and escape from his overbearing presence. “First and third, agreed.” He answered in an unsettling calm. “What about the second?” She questioned. “You are my wife. We WILL share the same room.” She wanted to open her mouth and object when he abruptly got up from his seat, immobilizing her objections. Her heart thudded rapidly as he closed the space between them, his enormous stature shadowing her petite form. His gaze had her locked in place and she failed to notice his hand reaching out to lift her chin. He neared to her face, his breath fanned against her cheek. “Or do you think I won’t be able to stop myself around you? If you do, you think too highly of yourself, Dr. Russo.” She gulped, growing thirsty for something she didn’t know for what. When his touch left her face, she understood what for. ‘Oh god, how am I going to survive alongside this devil?!’ _______________________ (This book is strictly 18+. If you're sensitive to gore, violence, and some strong sexual themes, then this book isn't for you. This is a mafia romance, so please don't expect everything to be rainbows and sunshine. And please don't come at me in the reviews saying it was too damn gory. Because it is. And I warned you guys.) The cover is NOT mine. Credit goes to the original artist. Enjoy. ;)

Gabriel Russo had been born under a dark cloud. He knew his history like the back of his hand; his mother made sure of that. He knew what blood ran through his veins and what it meant. He also knew that there were some with that same blood who would kill him if they could. Born the product of a horrible act inflicted upon his mother by one of the Ricci brothers, now the adopted son of another very powerful family, he's the heir to two of the most powerful Familias in the West. The Life The Beginning is created by Jordan Silver, an eGlobal Creative Publishing signed author.

Gabriel Russo had been born under a dark cloud. He knew his history like the back of his hand; his mother made sure of that. He knew what blood ran through his veins and what it meant. He also knew that there were some with that same blood who would kill him if they could. Born the product of a horrible act inflicted upon his mother by one of the Ricci brothers, now the adopted son of another very powerful family, he's the heir to two of the most powerful Familias in the West. The Life The Beginning is created by Jordan Silver, an eGlobal Creative Publishing signed author.

Gabriel Russo had been born under a dark cloud. He knew his history like the back of his hand; his mother made sure of that. He knew what blood ran through his veins and what it meant. He also knew that there were some with that same blood who would kill him if they could. Born the product of a horrible act inflicted upon his mother by one of the Ricci brothers, now the adopted son of another very powerful family, he's the heir to two of the most powerful Familias in the West. The Life The Beginning is created by Jordan Silver, an eGlobal Creative Publishing signed author.

When powerful mafia boss Angelo Russo captures the deadly assassin Camila Vega, their lives collide in a dangerous game of cat and mouse. As they navigate a treacherous world of crime, Angelo's protective instincts awaken, while Camila's icy facade begins to thaw, leading them down a path of forbidden love that challenges their beliefs and puts everything on the line. "Love is a double-edged sword. It is capable of both healing wounds and inflicting them." -Angelo Russo