It took the eyes of an artist to see kindness where others had only seen danger.
For the infectiously positive, aspiring artist Leo Bright, the invitation to showcase his work at one of London’s top galleries was a dream come true. This was possibly his big break, or at the very least a dazzling reference on his university applications. Leo assumed he would meet the odd politician or celebrity, but an intimidating yet devilishly handsome man with an Italian accent wasn't on his bingo card... moreIt took the eyes of an artist to see kindness where others had only seen danger.
For the infectiously positive, aspiring artist Leo Bright, the invitation to showcase his work at one of London’s top galleries was a dream come true. This was possibly his big break, or at the very least a dazzling reference on his university applications. Leo assumed he would meet the odd politician or celebrity, but an intimidating yet devilishly handsome man with an Italian accent wasn't on his bingo card.Respected, calculated, and world-famous mafia boss Armando Searle, had no time for art events. But he knew his public persona had to be upheld, if he wanted to distract people from a recent troubling incident. The plan was show up, let the cameras flash, and leave. But when he met Leo that night, the plan crumbled as even he lacked the power to stop the spark that ignited between them.However, as a long-in-the-making rebellion begins to bring war to the mafia, and Leo's painting dreams threaten to separate them, how much are they willing to sacrifice to keep that spark lit?
Experience a softer, grumpy sunshine, mafia romance in the first book of the Hearts of Arts series by Jayden Baker. less