Empire of Sinners Series by Faith Summers, Khardine Gray

I’m the governor’s daughter and he’s a mafia boss in the Bratva. It was a no-brainer. I was forbidden to him and him to me. But when we met at his nightclub, I thought he was my prince charming. I couldn’t fight my attraction to the tattooed Russian god, any more than he could for me. Dante Levitsky is tall, dark and dangerously handsome with Mediterranean blue eyes you could swim in forever. Our chemistry is the type people read about and wish for their whole lives... moreI’m the governor’s daughter and he’s a mafia boss in the Bratva. It was a no-brainer. I was forbidden to him and him to me. But when we met at his nightclub, I thought he was my prince charming. I couldn’t fight my attraction to the tattooed Russian god, any more than he could for me. Dante Levitsky is tall, dark and dangerously handsome with Mediterranean blue eyes you could swim in forever. Our chemistry is the type people read about and wish for their whole lives. After the accident a year ago that nearly stole my life, he felt like my second chance at living. Saying no to a secret relationship when he asked me felt like losing a limb. So, I agreed, thinking it was the best idea ever. Until it wasn’t. And I find out he lied. Then his dark secrets slapped me in the face. Secrets and plans for retribution against my father that will turn my world upside down. I wasn’t supposed to fall for the villain. But at the time I didn’t know he was my enemy. Or that I would become his new obsession. He’s the monster I never saw coming and he plans to take everything. Including me. Ruthless Sinner is a dark mafia forbidden romance. It is book 1 of the Empire of Sinners series. It is inspired by Romeo and Juliet.This book is a 110K word standalone romance that contains dark themes, dubious situations, mature content, and graphic violence some readers might find offensive and/or triggering. less

I don’t remember who I am or where I came from. But he does. He found me. He knows me. He told me we used to belong to each other. And he wants me back. His name is Virgo Antonov. The man with a face and body that looks like it was sculpted to flawless perfection by all the angels of Heaven. I might not remember him, but that night when he found me, he sparked something familiar in my heart... moreI don’t remember who I am or where I came from. But he does. He found me. He knows me. He told me we used to belong to each other. And he wants me back. His name is Virgo Antonov. The man with a face and body that looks like it was sculpted to flawless perfection by all the angels of Heaven. I might not remember him, but that night when he found me, he sparked something familiar in my heart. The problem is, after I was rescued from the accident that stole my memories, I was given one warning- Don’t trust anyone who recognizes you. Virgo has trouble inked all over his body in decadent Bratva tattoos. He’s the kind of man you'd run from, anyway. But the choice to run is taken from me when I find myself behind bars, suspected of murder. When Virgo saves me with a crazy offer of marriage, I accept because I don’t have a hope in hell of clearing my name. I’ve been calling myself Alice because it feels like I’ve been crawling down an endless rabbit hole. Now he’s taking me to Wonderland. The place that holds answers I might not want to find and dark secrets someone wants to keep buried. As my memories start pouring back, I remember the danger that sent me running. Although Virgo vows to protect me, being with him is one mistake I shouldn’t have made. Because someone still wants me dead. Merciless Sinner is a dark mafia arranged marriage romance. It is book 2 of the Empire of Sinners series. It is inspired by Alice in Wonderland.This book is a standalone that contains dark themes, dubious situations, mature content, and graphic violence some readers might find offensive and/or triggering. less

I need the money to save my mother. The mafia boss needs a temporary wife. I ran back home, seeking solace from my troubled past.But then I plunged into another fiery abyss.My mother is ensnared by an enormous debt to Cillian O’Ridian, the dark and dangerous king of the Irish Mafia. And she’s seriously ill. Without the money for her surgery, she won’t survive.I need funds not just to pay Cillian off but to save my mother’s life... moreI need the money to save my mother. The mafia boss needs a temporary wife. I ran back home, seeking solace from my troubled past.But then I plunged into another fiery abyss.My mother is ensnared by an enormous debt to Cillian O’Ridian, the dark and dangerous king of the Irish Mafia. And she’s seriously ill. Without the money for her surgery, she won’t survive.I need funds not just to pay Cillian off but to save my mother’s life.Cillian is a man shrouded in danger—someone you instinctively avoid. In my case, he’s the ruthless debtor. But then he makes me an offer I can’t refuse —Be his wife for six months so he can secure his empire, and he will settle our debts and cover my mother’s medical expenses.It should have been a simple business arrangement, but things quickly became complicated. Before we even exchanged vows, I found myself falling for him.I know it’s wrong. I’m not supposed to want this man.Given my past and his status in the mafia, he should be off-limits to me.Yet, every time he calls me ‘my wife,’ and his touch makes me feel like I belong to him, my heart becomes entangled in ways I never anticipated.Foolishly, I begin to dream of a future together.Until reality hits hard, and I realize that losing my heart to Cillian isn’t the only threat.His enemies have become my enemies, and “till death do us part” might come sooner than either of us expected. Fearless Sinner is a dark Irish mafia marriage of convenience romance. It is book 3 of the Empire of Sinners series. This book can be read as a standalone romance. Please note that it contains dark themes, dubious situations, mature content, and graphic violence some readers might find offensive or triggering. less

The first time I met Micah Delarosa, I ended up in bed with him.It was supposed to be a one night stand—no names, no strings, no regrets. Just a fleeting escape from my small-town life and my father’s crushing debts.Except I didn't just sleep with a stranger. I tangled with the most ruthless Italian mafia boss in the city.And I was sent to steal from him.I broke into his vault, thinking I could get away with it... moreThe first time I met Micah Delarosa, I ended up in bed with him.It was supposed to be a one night stand—no names, no strings, no regrets. Just a fleeting escape from my small-town life and my father’s crushing debts.Except I didn't just sleep with a stranger. I tangled with the most ruthless Italian mafia boss in the city.And I was sent to steal from him.I broke into his vault, thinking I could get away with it. But when Micah found me, instead of punishment, he made me an one year as his wife and he’ll pay my debts and keep me safe from my abusive ex.The problem is, my ex isn’t just demented. He’s the man my father owes the debt and he’s made it clear he’ll stop at nothing to take me back.Micah promises to protect me, but sometimes, in the mafia world, where promises are written in blood and bullets, fairytales can turn into nightmares.When my enemy comes knocking at my door, our lives become a game of survival.And love may not be enough to save me. Heartless Sinner is a dark mafia marriage of convenience romance. This book is a standalone romance that contains dark themes, mature content, and graphic violence some readers might find offensive and/or triggering. Tropes-Marriage of convenienceMistaken identityEnemies to loversForced ProximityOpposites attractBlackmailOTT possessive MCOne bed"my wife""Who did this to you?" less