From New York Times bestselling author Meghan March comes a story of untold truths and one man’s redemption in the Dirty Mafia Duet. Every family has a black sheep.In the infamous Casso crime family, that black sheep is me—Cannon Freeman. Except I’m not a free man. I’ve never been free. Not since the day I was born.I owe my loyalty to my father, Dominic Casso, even if he won’t publicly … if he won’t publicly acknowledge me as his blood.
I’ve never had a reason to go against his wishes… until I met her.
Drew Carson turned my world upside when she walked into my club looking for a job.
Now, my honor and my life are on the line.
Going against my father’s wishes might buy me a bullet straight from his gun, but black sheep or not, it’s time to make my stand.
She’s worth the fallout.
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„The world can go to hell when I’m with you.”
Only Meghan March is able to create such an incredibly sexy and captivating story, that despite cruel cliffhanger leaves you in a state of complete adoration. Black Sheep is the story about Cannon Freeman, who appeared as a secondary character in one of previous books from March and we could picture him then as a villain, but Black Sheep despite mafia connections puts him in an entirely new light. And let me tell you- you won’t be able to resist him!
The loss of beloved person and bits of information led Drew Carson do Upper Ten- exclusive club run by the bastard son of the man, who Drew suspect as a guilty of the crime that shredded her heart. Her plan is to infiltrate the buisness and its owner, because Cannon Freeman can lead her to the answers she seeks. But she didn’t predict that Cannon is more than just an heir of the infamous Casso family. And she didn’t expect that the closer to him she get, the harder it’ll be to keep her secrets and get out of this situation unscatched. And most important- she never thought, that she’ll fall for him.
I say this pretty much in every review of Meghan’s book I write- how the hell does she now how to create my perfect fantasy?! It’s like this woman reached into my mind, pulled my every desire and turned them into the perfect man. Cannon Freeman is a walking wet dream. He’s intense, dominant, powerful and ohhh so sexy! Complete alpha. But he’s also kind-hearted and caring. That’s why I fell for him so deeply. And Meghan paired him with a strong heroine, who isn’t afraid to reach for what she wants. Drew is brave, fierce and determined. I love it in Meghan’s stories that her female protagonists are equal with the men. And Drew has proven, that she’s a perfect woman for a dangerous man like Cannon.
This story is full of mysteries, sizzling chemistry and unexpected twists. The level of heat is beyond any measure and steam is pouring out of the pages of this book. Meghan’s flawless writing makes you unable to put this read down even for a second! And the ending?! You want to praise Meghan for her brilliance, and curse her at the same time for her cruelty. Because she’s not called the Queen of cliffhangers for nothing. Black Sheep is another story from Meghan March that’s a MUST READ!
This review is for the audiobook version:
This story grabbed my attention right from the beginning. Having a great pair of narrators helps in keeping me transfixed. The only advice I have for you is don’t try and listen if you’re feeling sick. I speak from experience. There were times where I had a hard time concentrating because of being so ill.
My saving grace was knowing that if I pick up a book by this author, I know that I’m going to enjoy it from beginning to end. Plus I know that if I see Ms. Arndt and Mr. York are my narrators then I know I’m going to like it that much more. One thing that they do is give me the emotions that our characters are feeling. At least for me, I don’t put in the emotions that the professionals do. Plus, who wouldn’t want this duo reading to them.
Drew Carson has secrets. She has an agenda and getting answers is at the top of her list. Cannon Freeman is something of a mystery. He walks a fine line between the truth and what must never be spoken. Our narrators are the ones that bring the mystery and suspense to life. They made me glad that I listened to this story as opposed to reading it myself. I know I would have loved the book but there is no way that I would have been able to picture the characters using my own voice. The author does a great job at creating compelling characters with an instant connection but I needed to hear a voice that will transport me into their world.
One thing this author is very good at is leaving me hanging. You know when you start a book that at some point an ending will come. With an audiobook, you know that it has a length but you get so lost in it that you don’t realize that a good chunk of time has gone by until you get to that proverbial ledge and know you can’t take that next step because the story has stopped. The only thing I have to look forward to, and that’s no hardship, is waiting for White Knight to come out.
I was not compensated nor was I required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own.
Stunning end! Cliffhanger, of course. Cannon Freeman truly is a good man. He may be the Black Sheep of the Caso family but to every woman and man he has helped so generously, he is a White Knight. Add in the layer of sex appeal and charming smile, and there’s no way you can not fall for him.
Drew Carson is either very brave of completely foolish. Ultimately, she’s both. She threw caution to the wind to find out who murdered her father and walks right into the lion’s den. And falling for a lion? Against her rules and the advice of any sane person.
The connection between them is instant and undeniable. It feels so right but then again, Dominic Caso, her lies, the mafia life? Her plan is doomed and so are they.
And I have nothing but good things to say about Sebastian York and Andi Arndt. Superior performance, as always.
I CANNOT WAIT FOR WHITE KNIGHT!!!
I was on the edge of my seat the whole time of Black Sheep.
Our heroine, Drew, is infiltrating the nightclub owned by the Casso mafia family. And the manager? The “black sheep” of the family, our hero Cannon.
Their connection was instant. The sexual tension between Drew and Cannon nearly comes off the page, and as the reader you are constantly wondering how this will ever lead to a happily ever after.
Will Cannon find out? What’s Drew’s real name? Am I going to survive the wait for White Knight?
Black Sheep is intense, and passionate, and sexy, and anxiety-inducing.
I’ll be pining and waiting for their conclusion!
This COMPELLING Mafia Romance will keep you BREATHLESS and panting for more!
OMW! My hands are shaking with all of the emotion I am feeling, and while I can’t tell you exactly why, I can say all of this emotion came from listening to Andi Arndt and Sebastian York reading “BLACK SHEEP” by Meghan March! I consumed both the audio and e-book copies of “BLACK SHEEP” like it was an eight-course, 5 STAR Michelin meal. As a result, I was so captivated by the immensely complex plots of this novel and so fascinated by its intensity, that putting my Kindle down for a bit was something I had to do! However, I could think or do little else until I’d finished listening and reading “BLACK SHEEP” as I was too caught up in the story. “BLACK SHEEP” is a slow burn romance within the pages or audio file of the most compelling mafia suspense story! Like me, readers may find that the uncertainty and realism built by one’s investment in the female lead, Drew, may keep you breathless as you consume this first part of Megan March’s DIRTY MAFIA DUET. Have no fear; the second part of the duet, WHITE KNIGHT, will be in your hands soon, and I get it when you whisper, “I hate cliffs!” I do too, but if ever there was a need to break a long story into manageable parts than surely author Megan March did her readers (and their hearts) a favor by giving us a duet, a DIRTY MAFIA DUET to read. Want suspense, swoony love, the most realistic audio file, and a phenomenal story? Author Meghan March has delivered all of that and more in “BLACK SHEEP!” Her prose is eloquent and descriptive, so this reader was able to focus solely on the emotive story. March’s characters are as well-developed and as realistic as those whose fragile lives are entangled and damaged by the Mafia have a right to be. My investment in the characters of Drew and Cannon was complete, and the Audiobook/Audible files sound exactly the way my mind expected. I wanted to shake Drew for some of the decisions she made, and I fell in love with Cannon for the man he was despite his Mafia connections. If you like Mafia Romance as a trope, then you MUST READ/listen to THIS BOOK! I volunteered to read and listen to a copy of “BLACK SHEEP” and this is my voluntary and HONEST review of this 5+STAR novel. I STRONGLY recommend that you purchase your copy of “BLACK SHEEP” today. Happy pages!
Holy cliffhanger! There is no doubt that I love everything Meghan March writes. I had read all of her books and it just gets better and better each time. I love mafia romance and this one is just perfect. Drew is keeping secrets. But she’s determined to find out what she needs to know. No matter the consequences. But she had no idea that her heart has other plans. Cannon lives a life judged from the outside. He’s insanely gorgeous, dark, strong, and fiercely protective. Cannon and Drew meet and it’s like striking a match. This book lit a fire in me and it can keep burning because I am so ready for White Knight!
You are going to fall in love with Cannon!
He is the bastard son of a powerful mafioso. Never acknowledged by his father, he is still under his control. The desire to please his father has always been a problem. He wants to, but he does not want to do the illegal and repugnant things his father does. Between a rock and hard place could accurately describe Cannon’s position in the Family. He is the Black Sheep.
When a journalist is determined to investigate a murder and go undercover, there are risks. Serious risks. As Drew begins working for Cannon, she has to make sure she will not be recognized by any of the clients that frequent this exclusive Cigar Club. A wig, makeup, and color contacts can only go so far. She is in a heap of trouble! If the Boss, Dominick Casso, recognizes her, she will be wearing cement shoes!
Non-stop danger, amazing chemistry, and lots of anticipation makes this book one you will not want to put down!
I am voluntarily reviewing this book. Thanks to the author for sharing a copy with me.
If I’ve said it once, I’ve said it a million times; Meghan March is superior when it comes to writing a cliffhanger, a drool-worthy male, and a powerful female.
I love Drew/Memphis as she steels herself to face down the head mob in order to seek justice.
I love Cannon and his tender, yet alpha persona. Cannon was the perfect mix, IMO, of a male character who not only expresses compassion and tenderness but also has that alpha goodness lurking beneath his perfectly tailored suit.
I know some people don’t like cliffhangers but I love them. I think they add to the drama and angst of the story line…and Meghan never makes her readers wait month/years for the next installment.
That ending has me jonesing for the next book and I can’t wait to see where these characters go and how they get themselves out of this dangerous mess!
Meghan March has done it again. She takes us on an intriguing and intense ride with Cannon and Drew in the first book of the Dirty Mafia Duet. This is an intense, heart-stopping, fast-paced romance filled with secrets, lies, suspense, and steam.
Cannon is the bastard son & black sheep of a mafia boss. He runs the Upper Ten Club for his father but keeps things on the up and up. He is all alpha, sexy, and dangerous in his own right. Drew is a woman bent on revenge. She is an investigative reporter just like her father. She gets a job at the Upper Ten Club trying to avenge her father’s untimely death. She is fierce and fearless. He and Drew are instantly attracted to one another but Cannon makes it a policy not to date his employees. Events occur and he is forced to make her his girlfriend. Neither one of them expects to start falling for the other one. What happens when events are set into motion that neither can control? Cannon may have to cross the line between being the good guy he is trying to be and the mob behavior he is trying to avoid in order to save them both.
This book had from the start and had my mouth hanging open in the end. OMG that cliffy! Meghan wrote a nerve wrecking (but oh so good) book that had me hanging onto every word. The chemistry between Cannon and Drew is of the charts & the plot is intriguing. I am waiting with baited breath to see what happens nest with Cannon and Drew.
****ARC generously provided in exchange for an honest review.****
Oh man!! I fell instantly for Cannon!! I guess I’ve loved him since the whole Dirty Billionaire series. I’ve been hoping and praying for his own story. My patience has been rewarded, and it feels soooo good!!! He’s one of the nicest, kindest alpha men in Meghan-March-land which just makes me trust him faster and feel even more protective of him. Now, don’t get me wrong, this also makes him that much more freakin’ HOT!!!! Because, honestly, who doesn’t want a gentleman on the street and a dom in the bedroom. 😉 The heroine is kick-butt as usual (I expect nothing less of MM). I didn’t feel quite as attached to Drew as I did to Cannon but I think that’s on purpose. While we get a few more hints as to who she really is, we are kept in the dark as much as Cannon is which I personally think is very clever. Needless to say, I’m hooked and cannot wait for next book; so that my heart can start beating again!!
Reviewed by: Amanda A.
I am sitting on a plane right now as I write this because I just finished Black Sheep and I’m
Trying to wrap my head around everything that I have read.
So, I’m going to start with this: whenever I open a book written by Ms. March I know I can expect a few things:
1. HOT as h^ll hero…..yes, he is going to be my hero!
2. A bad a^^ heroine, because it wouldn’t be a MM book without (and I LOVE that about her books)!
3. A storyline that is going to make my anxiety skyrocket….which it did!
Now….I really, really need White Knight because WTH!!!!
This duet is one that will be added to my Meghan March shelf!!!!
Reviewed by: Dana D.
Squeel!!!!! You can not understand my excitement!!!
Heck yes because of one reason Cannon!!!! Holy hotness!
Sweet baby Jesus! Black Sheep is pure sin, sex, and full devilish! All wrapped up in a ravishing black bow!
Throw in a hot ton of twist turns with layers upon layers!
That just drives the storyline to new levels sending you over the edge!!!
Not to mention that audio performance by narrated by Andi Arndt and Sebastian York.
Which only brings your audio experience to a whole new level of hotness!!
Just be ready to have your ears burning with head and your body humming with joy!!!
Then boom a cliffhanger that will have your screaming at the top of your lungs!!!