Cruel Empire Series by Ella Jade

Kidnapped by a savage enemy. As heir to the throne in a royal mafia family, it's my job to get the information needed to bring my father home. And that means kidnapping a rival's spoiled mafia princess daughter. At the time, I don't know the man is in negotiations to marry her off to a brutal arms dealer, but when I discover how difficult of a captive she is, it kind of makes sense... moreKidnapped by a savage enemy. As heir to the throne in a royal mafia family, it's my job to get the information needed to bring my father home. And that means kidnapping a rival's spoiled mafia princess daughter. At the time, I don't know the man is in negotiations to marry her off to a brutal arms dealer, but when I discover how difficult of a captive she is, it kind of makes sense. Soon, she foolishly starts to see me as the lesser of evils, but while she seems willing to be my captive, she's mistaken to believe I'm doing her any favors. I can't allow anything to distract me. Especially not some naïve woman who doesn’t realize we've just set off a mob war. Now the only way to stop what I started and be reunited with my father is to let her go. Problem is, I've fallen for my hostage, and while I have the guts, power, and resources to keep her as a willing prisoner, if I make the wrong choice, it could cost my family’s empire everything. If you like dark, steamy romances by Zoe Blake, Maggie Cole, and Nicole Fox, you’ll devour USA Today Bestselling author Ella Jade’s Cruel Empire Series. Start reading this deliciously dark enemies to lovers mafia series today. This book contains dark themes that may be disturbing to some readers. less

Fallen for my defiant hostage. Kidnapping my rival’s daughter is nothing short of a nightmare. One that I can’t wake up from. When Lissia escaped to protect me, I should have let her go but in doing so, she would have been subjected to a life of misery with the brutal man her father promised her hand to. Instead of walking away, I take her hostage again, setting off even deadlier consequences. This time, I give her an ultimatum; abide by my rules or I’ll send her back... moreFallen for my defiant hostage. Kidnapping my rival’s daughter is nothing short of a nightmare. One that I can’t wake up from. When Lissia escaped to protect me, I should have let her go but in doing so, she would have been subjected to a life of misery with the brutal man her father promised her hand to. Instead of walking away, I take her hostage again, setting off even deadlier consequences. This time, I give her an ultimatum; abide by my rules or I’ll send her back. If she can learn to obey me, I will go to the ends of the earth to protect her, even if it lands me between the relentless enemies who covet my family’s empire and a dangerous cartel who wants me to do their bidding. But if Lissia can’t behave, she puts me and my family at risk. One wrong move, and I could lose everything, including the captive who vows to stand by my side. If you like dark, steamy romances by Zoe Blake, Maggie Cole, and Nicole Fox, you’ll devour USA Today Bestselling author Ella Jade’s Cruel Empire Series. This is book 2 in the Cruel Empire Series and does not standalone. Ruthless Oath must be read first. This book contains content that may be disturbing to some readers. Continue with this deliciously dark series by scrolling up and one-clicking today! less

United in Chaos. .. Uncertainty surrounds us at every turn. One wrong decision and our lives will implode. Now that Lissia’s father is dead, she thinks the peril that surrounded us is over. I see the danger just beginning. But how can I expect her to feel safe in my arms when my family is responsible for dismantling hers? An enemy in hiding makes his return to collect what he believes Lissia and I owe him, unleashing more havoc on us... moreUnited in Chaos. .. Uncertainty surrounds us at every turn. One wrong decision and our lives will implode. Now that Lissia’s father is dead, she thinks the peril that surrounded us is over. I see the danger just beginning. But how can I expect her to feel safe in my arms when my family is responsible for dismantling hers? An enemy in hiding makes his return to collect what he believes Lissia and I owe him, unleashing more havoc on us. A new threat emerges, setting off another mob war that must be dealt with before the Accetti empire collapses. My duty to my family becomes more complicated than ever as I protect my territory from deadly rivals all while trying to shield my new bride from harm. She’s one impulsive move away from blowing our lives apart, and I don’t know if I can stop her. If you like dark, steamy romances by Zoe Blake, Maggie Cole, and Nicole Fox, you’ll devour USA Today Bestselling author Ella Jade’s Cruel Empire Series. This is book 3 in the Cruel Empire Series and does not standalone. Ruthless Oath and Vicious Vows must be read first. This book contains content that may be disturbing to some readers. Continue with this deliciously dark series by scrolling up and one-clicking today! The trilogy concludes with a shocking revelation while setting the stage for the next three books in this dark and electrifying series. less

A Union Under Siege…. With my father undercover and my brother on the run, I’m left to save our family from a brutal enemy who will stop at nothing to bring us down. The struggle to keep the Accetti empire afloat becomes more complicated than any of us thought. I don’t have time for distractions but when a stunning stranger crosses my path, I unleash my dark desires on her not realizing she’s more trouble than she’s worth... moreA Union Under Siege…. With my father undercover and my brother on the run, I’m left to save our family from a brutal enemy who will stop at nothing to bring us down. The struggle to keep the Accetti empire afloat becomes more complicated than any of us thought. I don’t have time for distractions but when a stunning stranger crosses my path, I unleash my dark desires on her not realizing she’s more trouble than she’s worth. She begs for my help to save her brother, so I grant it with the understanding that it’s going to cost her — more than she could ever imagine. She belongs to me now but what will holding her captive cost me? The more time I spend with her, the more convoluted our arrangement becomes, especially when a dangerous adversary seeks revenge. She has the power to blow my world apart… if I let her. Releasing her may be the safest move but will it be the right one in my unforgiving world? If you like dark, steamy romances by Zoe Blake, Maggie Cole, and Nicole Fox, you’ll devour USA Today Bestselling author Ella Jade’s Cruel Empire Series. Start reading this deliciously dark enemies to lovers mafia series today by scrolling up and one-clicking now. This book contains dark themes that may be disturbing to some readers. Scarred Heir is book 4 in the Cruel Empire Series but can be read as a standalone. The series is set up in three trilogies. You can begin the series with Ruthless Oath. Reading Order but each trilogy can be read as a stand. Trilogy Books 1-3 (Marchello and Lissia). Ruthless Oath (available now). Vicious Vows (available now). Dangerous Intent (available now). Trilogy Books 4-6 (Milo and Sable). Scarred Heir (available October 1, 2025). Fierce Betrayal (coming in the spring of 2026). Stolen Throne (to be announced). less

A Love Doomed to Fail…. Abandoning Sable was a mistake but killing her brother would have been much worse. I let her go to save her from my brutal mafia world—a world she can’t navigate as long as she insists on protecting her brother from me. Keeping her trapped between the two of us would eventually tear her apart. My focus has to be on my family. No more distractions. Easier said than done, especially after our most dangerous enemy comes at me through Sable... moreA Love Doomed to Fail…. Abandoning Sable was a mistake but killing her brother would have been much worse. I let her go to save her from my brutal mafia world—a world she can’t navigate as long as she insists on protecting her brother from me. Keeping her trapped between the two of us would eventually tear her apart. My focus has to be on my family. No more distractions. Easier said than done, especially after our most dangerous enemy comes at me through Sable. I’m one threat away from losing her forever but my focus can’t be split while the Accetti empire is on the verge of collapse. Walking this tightrope between honoring my family and helping her understand my savage business isn’t working. Staying away from her is no longer an option. She needs my protection even if she doesn’t want it. But why would she ever take me back? If you like dark, steamy romances by Zoe Blake, Maggie Cole, and Nicole Fox, you’ll devour USA Today Bestselling author Ella Jade’s Cruel Empire Series. Start reading this deliciously dark enemies to lovers mafia series today by scrolling up and one-clicking now. This book contains dark themes that may be disturbing to some readers. Scarred Heir must be read first. The Cruel Empire Series is set up into three interconnected trilogies. You can begin the series with Ruthless Oath. Reading Order but each trilogy can be read as a stand. Trilogy Books 1-3 (Marchello and Lissia). Ruthless Oath (available now). Vicious Vows (available now). Dangerous Intent (available now). Trilogy Books 4-6 (Milo and Sable). Scarred Heir (available October 1, 2025). Fierce Betrayal (coming in the spring of 2026). Stolen Throne (to be announced). less