Cover of Devil You Hate: A Dark Mafia Romance (The Diavolo Crime Family Series, Book 1)

Devil You Hate: A Dark Mafia Romance (The Diavolo Crime Family Series, Book 1)

by Cassandra Hallman J. L. Beck

4.3
Published June 14 2022

Known as "The Devil" for his violent and unpredictable nature, Nic is a man who thrives in the shadows of the criminal underworld. When a desperate debtor offers up his own fiancée as payment to settle a debt, Nic accepts, viewing the woman merely as a commodity to be sold. That woman is Celia, a beautiful and haunted soul who finds herself thrust into the heart of the Diavolo crime family. What begins as a cold, transactional arrangement quickly spirals into a volatile game of power and obsession. Celia’s innate light and innocence act as a dangerous catalyst, provoking the darkness within Nic and stirring a possessive urge he cannot ignore. While he is determined to prove he is nothing but a cruel monster, Celia’s presence challenges his resolve, creating a tense, high-stakes dynamic between them. This gripping dark mafia romance masterfully utilizes the enemies-to-lovers trope to deliver an intense, angst-filled experience. As secrets unravel and the chemistry between them turns explosive, the line between hatred and dangerous attraction blurs. Be warned: this story is an emotional roller coaster that concludes on a shocking cliffhanger, leaving readers desperate for the next installment in the duet.