Gilded Shackles: Mafia Romance

About this book

Elle has lived her entire life in a gilded cage, sheltered from the world by a controlling mother. When she finally rebels and sneaks out for a night of freedom, she finds herself in the arms of Nikolai, a lethal Russian Bratva enforcer and single father. Their electric connection is cut short when Elle’s mother discovers her betrayal, forcing the pair into an immediate, unwanted marriage to satisfy a dangerous family agenda. What begins as a forced arrangement soon shifts as Elle finds herself navigating life in Nikolai’s mansion alongside his young son. While their union is built on coercion, the chemistry between them is undeniable. However, the shadows of the mafia world are closing in; Elle’s mother is hiding sinister secrets about her past, and a web of betrayal threatens to destroy everything they are tentatively building. Featuring the "marriage of convenience" trope with a dark, gritty twist, this modern-day Rapunzel retelling is a high-stakes roller coaster. As Elle sheds her sheltered exterior and Nikolai struggles to maintain control over his unpredictable new reality, they must decide if their loyalty lies with their families or each other. Expect intense action, moral ambiguity, and a hard-won happily ever after.