Gallo Mafia Series by Jayla Talbot

EmmaI gave up my whole life to help my sister. Because I was the responsible one. Not because I was born to be or wanted to be, but because I had to be. There was no one else. So when fate sent me a gorgeous man with green eyes and a crooked smile. One who drove me crazy. Made me want to be bad for once; I couldn’t resist. What was the worst that could happen?MatteoShe had no idea who I was. The depraved things I’d done. The monsters I ruled over. Being with her was like taking a deep breath... moreEmmaI gave up my whole life to help my sister. Because I was the responsible one. Not because I was born to be or wanted to be, but because I had to be. There was no one else. So when fate sent me a gorgeous man with green eyes and a crooked smile. One who drove me crazy. Made me want to be bad for once; I couldn’t resist. What was the worst that could happen?MatteoShe had no idea who I was. The depraved things I’d done. The monsters I ruled over. Being with her was like taking a deep breath. She was fresh air and sunshine. Where I was death and darkness. I let myself give in, and then I walked away before that darkness leeched into her. Before I ruined her light. But some mistakes can’t be undone. ******'Detached' is a novella and the first part of a duet. This book ends on a cliffhanger. The duet completes with 'Bound. ' Neither can be read as a stand-alone. This is a dark romance and will not be to everyone's liking. Please check the author's note for content warnings. less

EmmaI was stuck in the after. After I’d met him. After those two lines appeared on the test. After I had to make a choice, I would live with forever.But then he found out and took the choice from me.Now, I was bound to a monster.MatteoI shouldn’t have touched her. But I couldn’t help myself. She was a weakness, an addiction I couldn’t ignore.Then, I found out that my moment of weakness created a life.Now, I would break every rule I set for myself... moreEmmaI was stuck in the after. After I’d met him. After those two lines appeared on the test. After I had to make a choice, I would live with forever.But then he found out and took the choice from me.Now, I was bound to a monster.MatteoI shouldn’t have touched her. But I couldn’t help myself. She was a weakness, an addiction I couldn’t ignore.Then, I found out that my moment of weakness created a life.Now, I would break every rule I set for myself. Every line I swore I wouldn’t cross to keep her safe.Even if she hated me for it.She didn’t know it yet, but she was going to be mine. Forever.******'Bound' is the second in a duet that ends with an HEA. The duet starts with 'Detached.' Neither can be read as a stand-alone.It is a dark romance and will not be to everyone's liking. Please check the author's note for content warnings. less

AriellaSeven years ago, I did the unthinkable. I fell in love with a man my mafia father would never approve of. I believed him when he promised to protect me. Instead, he abandoned me. Now he’s back with a new promise. Looking at me with cold eyes and a heart seeking revenge. But there’s nothing left to break. AdamOur world was full of people grasping for power. Stepping on those beneath them to get it. I’d just never realized how far she’d go. How innocent the lives she’d take would be... moreAriellaSeven years ago, I did the unthinkable. I fell in love with a man my mafia father would never approve of. I believed him when he promised to protect me. Instead, he abandoned me. Now he’s back with a new promise. Looking at me with cold eyes and a heart seeking revenge. But there’s nothing left to break. AdamOur world was full of people grasping for power. Stepping on those beneath them to get it. I’d just never realized how far she’d go. How innocent the lives she’d take would be. I spent seven years hating her. Blaming her for turning me into this. For ripping my heart out of my chest and smearing it on the sidewalk. But what happens when truth becomes lies?When the villain I thought I knew becomes the victim?I’ll do anything to get back. To destroy the people who took her from me. Little does she know, I’m not letting her go this time. Promised' is a stand-alone book in the Gallo Mafia Series. It can be read alone, but for a better reading experience, you may want to start with 'Detached. ' It is a dark romance and will not be to everyone's liking. Please check the author's note for content warnings. less

As a daughter born into the Mafia world, I knew my place. I was supposed to marry well. Not good or kind. Not for love. But rich and powerful. Criminal. Fearing the same exile as my sister, I did it. I signed the contract to marry into one of the city’s most ruthless crime syndicates. But on the same day, I’m attacked, and everything I’ve been raised for is at risk. Afraid to ruin their alliance if I’m killed, my new fiancé sends me away. Now I’m stuck with two of his guards... moreAs a daughter born into the Mafia world, I knew my place. I was supposed to marry well. Not good or kind. Not for love. But rich and powerful. Criminal. Fearing the same exile as my sister, I did it. I signed the contract to marry into one of the city’s most ruthless crime syndicates. But on the same day, I’m attacked, and everything I’ve been raised for is at risk. Afraid to ruin their alliance if I’m killed, my new fiancé sends me away. Now I’m stuck with two of his guards. Two gorgeous, dangerous men I can’t get away from. Cade is older and broody. He looks at me like he can’t stand my presence. But his touch is gentle as it sends a thrill down my spine. Ryder is dark and psychotic. He says he likes how my skin looks painted in blood. Maybe I’m just as crazy because I want him to do it. As they protect me, I heal them. Care for the tattered parts of their souls. I want them both. And they want me. But now I have to make a choice. Be what is expected of me or be free. I just hope my choice doesn’t get us all killed. ******''Arranged' is a stand-alone book in the Gallo Mafia Series. It can be read alone, but for a better reading experience, you may want to start with 'Detached. 'This is a dark romance and will not be to everyone's liking. Please check the author's note for content warnings. less