Ivanov Crime Family Series by Zoe Blake

I took her innocence as payment. She was far too young and naïve to be betrothed to a monster like me. I would bring only pain and darkness into her sheltered world. That’s why she ran.I should’ve just let her go… She never asked to marry into a powerful Russian mafia family. None of this was her choice. Unfortunately for her, I don’t care. I own her… and after three years of searching… I’ve found her. My runaway bride was about to learn disobedience has consequences… punishing ones... moreI took her innocence as payment. She was far too young and naïve to be betrothed to a monster like me. I would bring only pain and darkness into her sheltered world. That’s why she ran.I should’ve just let her go… She never asked to marry into a powerful Russian mafia family. None of this was her choice. Unfortunately for her, I don’t care. I own her… and after three years of searching… I’ve found her. My runaway bride was about to learn disobedience has consequences… punishing ones. Having her in my arms and under my control had become an obsession. Nothing was going to keep me from claiming her before the eyes of God and man. She’s finally mine now… and I’m never letting her go. Special Preorder price of $.99c only available for a limited time. less

When I give an order, I expect it to be obeyed. She’s too smart for her own good, and it’s going to get her killed. Against my better judgement, I put her under the protection of my powerful Russian mafia family. So imagine my anger when the little minx ran. For three long years I’ve been on her trail, always one step behind. Finding and claiming her had become an obsession. It was getting harder to rein in my driving need to possess her… to own her. But now the chase was over. I’ve found her... moreWhen I give an order, I expect it to be obeyed. She’s too smart for her own good, and it’s going to get her killed. Against my better judgement, I put her under the protection of my powerful Russian mafia family. So imagine my anger when the little minx ran. For three long years I’ve been on her trail, always one step behind. Finding and claiming her had become an obsession. It was getting harder to rein in my driving need to possess her… to own her. But now the chase was over. I’ve found her. Soon she will be mine. And I plan to make it official, even if I have to drag her kicking and screaming to the altar. This time… there will be no escape from me. less

Her innocence was going to get her killed.That was if I didn't get to her first. She's the protected little sister of the powerful Ivanov Russian mafia family - the very definition of forbidden. It’s always been my job, as their Head of Security, to watch over her but never to touch.That ends today. She disobeyed me and put herself in danger. It was time to take her in hand.I’m the only one who can save her and I will fight anyone who tries to stop me, including her brothers... moreHer innocence was going to get her killed.That was if I didn't get to her first. She's the protected little sister of the powerful Ivanov Russian mafia family - the very definition of forbidden. It’s always been my job, as their Head of Security, to watch over her but never to touch.That ends today. She disobeyed me and put herself in danger. It was time to take her in hand.I’m the only one who can save her and I will fight anyone who tries to stop me, including her brothers. Honor and loyalty be damned.She’s mine now. less

I'm the only one standing between her and those who want her dead.I was married to her sister—a woman who died in the crossfire of my Russian mafia world.To her, I'm nothing but a monster with blood-stained hands.She doesn't see they're the same hands keeping her alive.She's fled from me repeatedly, each escape bringing her closer to the enemies hunting us both.The hatred burning in her eyes only matches the forbidden heat igniting between us.The rival bratva won't stop until she's eliminated... moreI'm the only one standing between her and those who want her dead.I was married to her sister—a woman who died in the crossfire of my Russian mafia world.To her, I'm nothing but a monster with blood-stained hands.She doesn't see they're the same hands keeping her alive.She's fled from me repeatedly, each escape bringing her closer to the enemies hunting us both.The hatred burning in her eyes only matches the forbidden heat igniting between us.The rival bratva won't stop until she's eliminated.My solution? Make her mine—a marriage placing her untouchably under my protection.She fights me at every turn, fierce and beautiful in her rage, blaming me for her sister's death and her shattered life—she can never learn the truth. As danger closes in, I'm torn between my vow to protect her and the desperate hunger that consumes me whenever she's near.When an ambush leaves her bleeding in my arms, everything changes.This marriage isn't negotiable anymore.She'll wear my ring and bear my name.She'll be mine, even if I have to break her to keep her.Step into the dark and dangerous world of the Ivanov men—where power is absolute, loyalty is lethal, and love is the ultimate risk. The Ivanov Crime Family returns with four scorching new books, introducing the next generation of Russian kings: Konstantine, Artem, Pavel, and Roman. Buckle up, because this ride is darker, deadlier, and far more addictive than before.Are you ready? Scroll up and one click now. less

I'm not the hero in this story—I'm the monster who claimed what wasn't his to take.I was supposed to sell her to the highest bidder, a marriage that would seal alliances and strengthen her family's power.But seeing her bloodied and defiant changed everything.Her father and brother thought they could use her as a pawn.They didn't realize I was playing a different game entirely.I destroyed them all, leaving her seemingly free—only to chain her to me instead... moreI'm not the hero in this story—I'm the monster who claimed what wasn't his to take.I was supposed to sell her to the highest bidder, a marriage that would seal alliances and strengthen her family's power.But seeing her bloodied and defiant changed everything.Her father and brother thought they could use her as a pawn.They didn't realize I was playing a different game entirely.I destroyed them all, leaving her seemingly free—only to chain her to me instead.She thinks she can escape, build a normal life away from the violence she was born into.She doesn't understand that what I protect, I possess completely.And now, she's mine.The problem?She fights me with every breath, refusing to be anyone's property…especially mine.Her fierce defiance only makes me want her more.What she doesn't know is that her freedom required blood payment, and that debt is coming due.As enemies close in, threatening what's mine, my decision is final.She will be my wife.She will wear my mark.She will surrender to me completely.Even if I have to break her first.Welcome back to the ruthless world of the Ivanov Crime Family, where power is everything, love is a dangerous game, and mercy is a weakness. The next generation has arrived—Konstantine, Artem, Pavel, and Roman—Russian cousins forged in blood and bound by loyalty. They’re darker, deadlier, and more relentless than ever.This is just the beginning—four new books, four ruthless Ivanov men, and one unforgettable ride.Are you ready to be claimed? Scroll up and one click now. less

The only thing more dangerous than what she witnessed…is me.She was supposed to be a problem—one I would deal with, forget, erase.Instead, she became my obsession.A hotel maid drowning in her father's debts, working among killers and Bratva bosses, believing silence would keep her safe.Then she saw something she shouldn't.She should have run. Should have screamed. Should have begged.Instead, she held my gaze, defiant and unbroken.Now, I can't let her go... moreThe only thing more dangerous than what she witnessed…is me.She was supposed to be a problem—one I would deal with, forget, erase.Instead, she became my obsession.A hotel maid drowning in her father's debts, working among killers and Bratva bosses, believing silence would keep her safe.Then she saw something she shouldn't.She should have run. Should have screamed. Should have begged.Instead, she held my gaze, defiant and unbroken.Now, I can't let her go.The only way to keep her alive is to make her mine—a marriage that will satisfy Bratva law and place her firmly under my control.What I offer isn't protection…it's possession.She fights me with every breath, her body betraying her with each trembling response to my touch.Her eyes promise escape while her pulse races beneath my fingers.She swears she'll never belong to me, not understanding that her resistance only fuels my determination.Every whispered threat. Every stolen kiss. Every brutal promise draws her deeper into my world.Because I don't just want to own her.I want to break her. Then claim her completely.And I always get what I want.Enter the brutal, intoxicating world of the Ivanov Crime Family, where power is seized, love is obsession, and enemies don’t live to tell their stories. Meet the next Konstantine, Artem, Pavel, and Roman. Russian cousins raised in violence, shaped by loyalty, and willing to burn the world down for what’s theirs.This is just the beginning—four new books, four dangerously irresistible men, and one relentless, dark descent. Are you ready to surrender? Scroll up and one click now. less