“From the first spark, to the fire, to the raging inferno; Dante’s and Sarah’s story will consume you! It’s perfect!” Savagery. Sin. Depravity—these are my virtues. My name is Dante Sovrano, head of the Chicago Mob.I run this city. Everyone bows down to me.With one exception.Sarah London.The first night we met, I knew we shared the same appetites. She never said “Mercy” and all I said was “Good … same appetites. She never said “Mercy” and all I said was “Good girl.”
But the next time, Sarah stood up, looked me in the eye, and pulled the damn trigger.
It’s funny, the moment I saw her, I knew she’d be trouble.
And definitely my brand—fiery, cutthroat, wrapped up in a lickable package.If anyone was made for me, it’s this woman.
But dark secrets hide behind those gorgeous blue eyes.
Secrets she won’t tell. I plan to know them all.
Trouble’s found her.
And now Sarah knows she has to deal with the devil to solve her problems.
Too bad the devil always takes your soul.
And I’ll be keeping it.
Whoever wants to hurt this woman has to get through me.
Because nobody ever touches what’s mine.
Not if they want to keep their lives.
This depraved King is keeping his feisty queen. And I’ll take down an entire city to do it.
USA Today Bestselling author, Trilina Pucci, delivers the grittiest, most delicious criminal yet. Dante and Sarah are made for one another but convincing her may take an act of God—Although Dante prefers to be called by his name.
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REVIEW: 4.5 STARS
“You can only tempt me so much before I’ll want it…and trust me, I’ll get my way.”
To be honest, I knew what I was getting myself into with this story. I mean, at least I thought I did. I fell hard for Luca and his mouth. The way he took care of Gretchen could make any woman pause and swoon, so he was holding rank as my favorite in the series. I know, I know…there were only two books out. But dammit! Trilina Pucci teased and tortured me with teasers for a while about Dante and I was becoming a little concerned about Luca holding that favorite spot. Like, do I admit defeat…..? I melted over Dante and he will sit as my new, current favorite now. Maybe. Oopsy daisy. But, this also says that Pucci’s storytelling is getting crisper and cleaner, and it’s sucking me in and making me want more. I knew after reading Truth that I wanted to follow this series and the books have only gotten better and better with progression. I know we have a few more books to go, and as I get to know these guys a little more with each book, the more excited I become to dive deeper into their stories.
“See, following is easy. You just need the right man to lead.”
But Dante. Oh, Dante, Dante, Dante. Talk about having difficulties in a relationship. Obstacles to overcome. I mean, blah blah blah – I can say it and we’ve all heard it before, but noooo, this is on a whole ‘nother level. I can respect….that’s such a crazy word, but I can respect the depth that Pucci put into these characters and it wasn’t a surface level scratch when it came to underlying feelings. There was a growth, a symbiotic gain in knowledge and understanding that made me look beyond the words on the page. The feelings that I felt while seeing these two work through these battles, whether it be stubbornness (gotta love a stubborn man, equally as much as I love stubborn woman), or fear….and even extreme pain and emotional chaos. There was so much to dive deeper into with their backgrounds and their realities, and that added so much more to this storyline.
The dilemma Sarah was in was definitely a predicament for discussion. Girl was IN it. But her strength, and her unknown capacity for love was amazing to see blossom – but she was stronger than I anticipated her to be. But golly, that girl is a stubborn one. Won’t lie – I loved it! She wasn’t without reason, and I feel it was such a valid reaction anytime she whipped it out. I like when there is reality behind moments that are a cause for reflection, and this one made me feel deeper, made me sympathize even more.
“I can barely handle the emotions he’s bathing me in. But we’re dripping in it, soaked by our possession, cleaned by our need for one another.”
Their chemistry was unmistakable!! So intense. The way a man carries himself is telling. The way Dante was written gave me a chill. His confidence was sexy AF. I was weak, completely powerless to Dante’s magnetism and his strength in and out of the office…..in and out of the bedroom. He was all sorts of dangerously sexy wrapped up in a suit. With the back and forth these two had, Pucci skimmed this invisible line between dangerous, oh so well. I don’t think I’ve ever read the literal definition of fire and ice…until now. With an Irish woman and an Italian man with “ties”, what could possibly go wrong?
“A fighter until the end. Breaking her is going to be the highlight of my day.”
Dante’s world was darker, grittier and more evil in some ways than the first two. I really thought the actions and circumstances warranted it and it was written with great intention and buildup. I know I originally complained about the sex club aspect of this group of characters in my Truth review, yet it played seamlessly into this story as Sarah has worked in the club for a long while. This one fit more, to me. It was them. It was their world. But it was also their escape and the way they played had so much more meaning to it. I loved the vulnerability and the trust, but I also enjoyed their playfulness. It was such an odd mix with all the seriousness they possessed between the two of them, but it was also so fitting for their characters. Absolutely loved it.
My only issue with this one was that the time frame was very hard for me to follow. I kept trying to count the days in my head and work through that side of it – but I’m not sure it lined up for me. However, I will chalk that up to ‘other’ circumstances, maybe beyond my mental capacity at 2 am. Did it hamper my ability to enjoy it? No. It just made me stop and reflect on the days that passed while I read. Clearly this story kept me riveted to all the happenings and actions of these characters’ lives and how this family goes hard and loves deep, without fail. Definitely gave me a deeper, perceived notion of love in a crime family like theirs as well and I found that fascinating. And I may have said “Oh dear” a few times.
This review would probably have been much better had it been a video one, but that’ll never happen – but wide eyes and giggly smiles never translates well into word form for me, unfortunately. HAHA! I started this and didn’t put it down. Truly the best one in the series so far, but Dante sure is putting up a fight for favorite brother. I fell hard for Luca, but Dante sure is gave him a run for his money – I’m fairly certain I’m still debating it in my head. The use of Italian in this book was harder hitting than in Worship, but used in an entirely different context and I enjoyed that so much. It definitely didn’t feel overused.
Pucci really has made this a true series of standalones, and I can say that truthfully. NOW, having said that….I loved getting to know Dante in Worship before reading this story because it gave me the buildup that set this whole story in motion. It kept me up way past my bedtime. It kept me engrossed throughout the day, and it was a nice escape into another realm of possibilities. And men. Possibilities and Men. HAHAHA!!
“I don’t want to ever hear you ever say any other man’s name other than mine. Not even God himself. I’ll be the only one who owns your pleasure.”
~BEE
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HOLY DANTE, MY OH MY!! This was deliciously filthy, depraved, sexy, intense. A passionate and consuming love story. I finished this book in 2 days and it was because I had to sleep and work. Adulthood sucks sometimes right??!!!!
After finishing I just had to go back and re read all my notes. This is an easy read but with a really well developed and execute plot and story. I was engaged from beginning to end. I didn’t want this story to end. I burn, I ache, I swoon with this couple.
I never thought Trilina could deliver us a man more dangerous and delicious than Dominic and Luka. But she totally surpassed my expectations. My man Dante Sovrano is possessive, powerful, more dangerous than any other man in Chicago including his brothers.
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He is all alpha Italian mafia male. He is big and fear by many. He is devastatingly handsome and that powerful aura makes him more delectable. I mean, reading about his look, the way his penetrating eyes gaze at the object if his desire made my panties combust on the spot.
Did I mention everyone fear my man? Except Sarah, off course. You might remember Sarah London from the previous Sinful books. She works at Church, the sex club own by our Sovrano brothers. Sarah London is strong, beautiful woman with a sassy mouth. She is untamable and independent which drives our man crazy with desire. There’s secrets she is hiding from and those have make her the fierce woman she is.
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There’s a bit of action and suspense in this story. You’ll get to see Dom, Drew, Luka, Gretchen and the whole Sovrano gang making appearances. I love it when they are all together. In this world, this mafia life FAMILY and LOYALTY is everything. Sarah will learn that lesson the hard way.
You get to see this strong, beautiful and powerful relationship developed. A give and take. But here there’s no power struggle because it’s really pointed out from the begging WHO IS IN CONTROL. Once my man unleashes his undeniable power there’s no going back or surviving it.
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I really LOVE this book so much. It’s now my favorite from the Sinful Series. It was everything I could ask from a Mafia Romance. I seriously cannot wait for what’s next with the Sovrano family. There’s still 4 more sinful man to delight on. Book releases in a few days. It’s a 1-click kinda a situation with this whole series.
This girl is on fire!!
It takes an amazing and talented writer to deliver such an amazing, hot af and grab you by the balls kind of book. That is what Trilina Pucci did with Depraved. Trilina is on fire with her Sinful series!
I struggled a whole day thinking of the right words to describe my thoughts and feelings about Dante and Sarah’s story. Everything about this book, no, this series is sinful, it’s downright filthy. The one word I can find that comes to mind to describe this book is FIRE. The characters were hot, their chemistry was scorching and the drama was blazing. I’ve read the previous books in the Sinful series and those were just as hot but something about Dante and Sarah made this story just top the others. Dante’s power just bleeds off the pages and Sarah’s fiery attitude had me enamoured. Alicia Keys’ Girl on Fire is Sarah’s theme song. Omg, she is my fave heroine is the series!! This book had me shook. The sparks between Dante and Sarah ignited so fast that there was no way cooling the heat and intensity between them down.
Depraved is sexy, suspenseful and sinful. I feel that my 5+ stars rating and my review doesn’t do this book justice. You need to add it to your tbr, pre-order or 1-click when it becomes available because hot damn, this book will have you burning
Such an excellent book. This author continues to transcend beyond all expectations and takes us to a fictional world we never want to leave. I’ve had this book on my kindle for ages but I can’t believe I’d left it this long. I regret not picking it up earlier. The third book in the Sinful series, Dante and Sarah are my favourite couple. The way they interact, they fight, they love and fuck, it hits different. The pace of the story and how it unfolds is perfect and I can’t get over it.
Trilina has officially hooked me onto mafia romances.
DANTE WAS SUPERB!!!
I cannot get over this book, my blood was pumping the entire read that I devoured it in a sitting. The push and pull of Sarah and Dante was magnetic. The mystery of her character was so enticing, and then the whole mob business aspect made it exciting.
Everything about this book hooked me immediately. If was Sinful, sexy, violent and erotic. I loved Dante’s and Sarah’s relationship, she has balls of steel because she made her place known and refused to back down even to scary Dante. They were a perfect match.
The Sinful series gets better with each book, each time I finish one I’m desperate for the next. I cannot recommend this books more than I probably already have but please read it of your never read Trilina before she does not disappoint!
*arc generously provided for an honest review*
5/5 stars
Holy Cannoli!
What a fantastic, sexy and delicious story! Talk about Mafia Romance does right!
Many of my friends had been raving about Depraved for weeks and rightfully so! Dante and Sarah’s hot and explosive romance exceeded my expectations! During a work trip, I decided to finally pick up my first book by Ms. Pucci, and I could not put Depraved down! Shame on me for waiting so long!
“We collect that which we don’t want anyone else to touch. We’re greedy by nature, making sure to possess all the things that elude us, the beautiful treasures we want. Whether it’s money, power of women, our nature tells us there’s never enough.”
Depraved captivated me right from the very first page, pulling me in like a classic Scorsese film!
The writing flowed effortlessly, with larger than life characters, witty banter, and some of the steamiest moments I’ve read in a very long time! It was real, raw, and at times painfully honest. I absolutely loved the way Ms. Pucci’s delved beautifully into the heart of man:
“Love is never a choice. It’s an affliction that you’ll want to die of. And there’s no better love than one from a man who wallows in his devotion to you.”
Sigh. Swoon. Repeat.
Depraved is simply put, an unforgettable, soaring story that has made me a fan of Ms. Pucci! The writing and storytelling are addictive! Hands down! Depraved is one of the best mafia romance I’ve ever read!
Holy Dante!!!
Trilina writes delicious, sinful man, there is no other way to explain it. Dante, the bad boy of your dreams, I couldn’t put this book down. The chemistry between him and Sarah was just scorching hot. But this book did not only delivered sexy times, no, the suspense and drama it keeps you on the edge. Sarah wanting to protect Dante from her past and him wanting her to submit to take her pain away. Swoon! They did everything for each other, a love that was strong and a monster that was willing to do everything to protect that love and his family.
Amazing story! This series just keeps getting better and I cannot wait to see what Trilina is gonna come up with next in the series.
5 sexy Stars!!
Oh, hell yes!!
Now, how the hell am I going to word this review so it will do this book justice? I don’t think I can. The author delivered a mind-blowing, HOT AS ALL HELL, captivating, all-consuming and downright filthy plot that I literally lapped up. I couldn’t put it down from start to finish. This world that the author has created is addictive, and her words are so well written that I can’t help but fall deeper into the story, it almost makes me feel like I was in the book. It a surreal feeling when I come to the end and I feel a sense of emptiness, that I was being pulled away from a world I was so fixated on.
Trilina Pucci, you are the master at your craft and I love your words,… I bow down to you. This book took me to new levels.
Dante is not a man you want to mess with. AT ALL. He is EVERYTHING I look for when it comes to a male lead character. He is dark, he is damaged, he is ruthless, dangerous and insanely HOT. Everything about him screamed dominance, everything he did, everything he said. It was dangerously hot, addictive. This character had my heart pounding, my breath catching and my body squirming. I am a sucker for a Mafia alpha and I think I’ve found the perfect one. Dante is perfect in all the sinful, seductive, dark and dangerous ways.
Sarah is an employee at the sex club Chruch and was exactly what this story needed, and exactly what Dante needed. While Dante is feared by many, he doesn’t have that effect on Sarah. She’s strong, she’s witty, she knows who she is, she knows what she wants, and she is independent, she doesn’t and hasn’t relied on anyone but herself, and that was enough to send Dante crazy with lust and desire for her. But there are things she is hiding from, secrets she doesn’t want out in the world…
These two together were epic. They were hot as fuck, intense, and the chemistry is off the charts. They are a force to be reckoned with, and as the story progressed, so do they… And it was amazing to read each step they took in the relationship.
This story is full of suspense, sinful heat, darkness, betrayal, love, and passion. It was literally jammed packed, somewhat fast-paced and my attention was held from page one all the way through to the last page.
Ms. Pucci is a genius and she delivered an outstanding, all-consuming, addictive and insanely hot plot that I fell so damn hard for. I wanted to scream when it came to the end. I HIGHLY recommend this!!
6 Stars, because 5 just isn’t enough!!
Oohheemmmggeee was this book freakin fantastic. This book is so much more than 5 ‘s. I have to say move over Dominic there’s a new bad a** boy in my heart. Oh mercy this book. I can’t say enough about just how good this book was. I’m always afraid to recommend book’s because not everyone has the same tastes, but if you like dark, delicious dangerous men and a lady who is willing to fight for her man then you need to read this and fall in love with Dante and Sarah and their story it was soooo good and boy talk about some chemistry between these 2 wholy moley doesn’t even begin to do it justice. I couldn’t put it down once I started it.
Holy Hotness! Dante and Sarah are perfect for one another. He is the quintessential alpha and dominant. Sarah is submissive to a point. She is head strong and stubborn and determined to “save” Dante from her past. A past that always seems to find her. This one was a bit darker than the other two but it fit perfectly with the story. After all it is a mafia series.
The connection between Sarah and Dante is magnetic and her closeness to his brothers makes for a beautifully complicated scenario which has Sarah thinking twice about her plan. Dante, however has plans for her and they include keeping her around for a long time.
Their relationship is complicated to say the least but if a couple could survive it all it would be Sarah and Dante!
Depraved is the third book in the “Sinful” series it is a stand-a-lone but to get a better feel for some of the characters I highly recommend reading Truth and Worship.
Dante is panty melting hot. He is dominant a real alpha male but he also has his softer side just for Sarah. Sarah is a real bad ass herself.
This story is filled with edge of your seat action scenes, swoon worthy melt your panties scenes. It’s hot and exciting.
Well done Trilina you’ve done it again.
HOLY FORKSTICKS!! Trilina has done it again! These brothers are hot AF but just when I thought Luca was my favorite, NOPE Dante has totally blown it out of the water in this one. I literally just finished this book early this morning and just need to get my thoughts out before I go into a drool puddle of goo on the hotness of this one.
Dante is a Monster/Devil/Alpha who will do anything to protect those he loves and the one that is his. Sarah is just trying to survive and try to live a normal life even though she is trying to stay hidden in plain sight from the family that never loved her at all.
One disclaimer is DO NOT read in public as there will be serious blushing in the steamy sex scenes, I read at work on my lunch and wished I was at home, lets just say DAMN!!! This one had me saying Oh My quite often and then all starry eyed and LOL moments within this book.
This is one series I KNOW I will be re-reading in the future when time allows. Also I took my sweet time reading this one as I didn’t want it to end, but all good books/series must come to the end at some point.
Dante, the best type of alpha male. He goes after what he wants with a vengeance and protects those he loves with his life. Dante is everything every thing you want in a dominant male, while he shows his “softer” side to the one he wants as his queen.
” Not only am I keeping my queen. I’m taking that piece of shit’s fucking kingdom too”.
Being such a dominant male Dante needs someone just as strong willed and feisty to balance him out. Sarah is a fighter, survivor; she challenges him in everyway. Her strength is something that he finds attractive. Their chemistry is hot right from the start. The push and pull between them was great to read. They were able to show each other their vulnerable side which I think added to their story making them such a great power couple!
This book was very sexy, seductive read with the right amount of suspense to keep you on your toes. This mafia themed read with leave quite the impression because all the characters had added so much to the story; the theme of family was prominent and I think that added authenticity to the
overall book. Let’s not forget the use of Italian by a hot male doesn’t go unnoticed…always a plus 🙂
Great job Trilina!!
As the third installment in the Sinful series by Trilina Pucci, Depraved is yet another layer of sinful deliciousness. Dante, the oldest and most ruthless Sovrano brother, was unexpected, yet a total surprise! He brings everything to the table we had from Dom & Luca, but yet in some ways, more. He’s more complex, more severe, more merciless, more coldblooded, and definitely more dominant. Sarah was strong and assertive, and the perfect female lead to the hardnosed Dante.
“We’re depraved, Dante. I recognized your darkness because it’s mine as well.”
Depraved was fast paced, intriguing, and hotter than hot. Like HOTTER than HOT. I’m not usually into hardcore dom/submissive reads, but author Trilina Pucci does it right. This book is undeniably on fire sexy, and a read you won’t be able to put down!
I received an ARC in return for an honest review. I loved Dante and Sarah! I loved Sarah’s strength and how she did not just bow down to Dante (at least outside the bedroom). I have to say the Dominant/Submissive parts were H-O-T! The books in this series are always good. Keep them coming Trilina!
Look up the word for depraved and you’ll get Dante. Depraved is the third book in the Sinful series, this is Dante and Sarah’s story. It has murder, mayhem and scintillating sex. It’s that good! Dante is the head of a Chicago mob and Sarah is in the run. Their relationship is volatile but they can’t keep their hands off each other. As wIth Ms. Pucci’s other books, it’s excellent reading.
„We’re depraved, Dante. I recognized your darkness because it’s mine as well.”
Holy Dante! I’m amazed and in love!
You know the feeling when you’re so consumed with the story that you’ll do just anything in your power to crawl inside the book? Did you ever fall in love with the male character so deep that you became simply obsessed? No? Read Depraved. I assure you, this story will get so deep under your skin that you’ll feel internal flame that’s spreading with every read sentence. Trilina Pucci created something so intense, lust filled and scorching hot that it’s simply impossible to sit still. And the name of this fuss is Dante Sovrano.
As a ruthless and merciless head of the Chicago Mob, Dante Sovrano is used to get what he wants. And now he wants Sarah- woman who manages Church, the exclusive sex club owned by Dante and his brothers. The attraction between them is undeniable and it can set the whole world on fire, but Sarah is keeping secrets. Can Dante protect her from the past that’s hunting her down? If so, at what cost?
What the author must do when she puts in the story the Alpha with capital A? She needs to create a heroine that can handle him. And Sarah is the only woman who can stand beside a powerful man like Dante. She’s strong, brave and fierce. She’s a warrior and she doesn’t back down. But she’s also protective and she’ll take every possible step to shield her loved ones from the threat. She became my favorite heroine from Trilina. Same goes to Dante. There are no adequate words to describe my adoration for this guy. He’s all man- intense, dominant, posessive and protective. He’s intimidating and formidable. Did I mention sexy as hell? Yes, dear ladies. He’s a whole package. A walking wet dream made from our fantasies *sigh*.
Depraved is action-packed and suspensful story, that will leave goosebumps on your skin. It’s scorching hot and arousing. It has everything I love the most in romance- tough mobster, strong heroine, great storyline and sinfully passionate scenes. Trilina Pucci outdid herself with this book. There are not enough stars to rate this masterpiece!
* A review copy was provided by the author *
Trilina Pucci is a literary ROCKSTAR!!! I will read anything she writes.
I have been anxiously waiting to read Depraved ever since she announced it was being released and she did NOT disappoint!! This book was raw, gritty, down right naughty, but oh so delicious!! I loved both Dante and Sarah, they truly are a match made in heaven.
Depraved was a story that absolutely sucked me in right from the beginning. I read the prologue and had a WTF moment and this book didn’t let go until the very last word. This book has just made an already amazing series even better. Each book I read in this Sinful Series just keeps getting better.
This book is the third book in Trilina’s Sinful Series and is a standalone novel. But I have to say that I would highly recommend reading these books in order. Each book is a completed story, but because all of these characters lives are so intertwined with each other, the story almost feels like it continues on into each book. You’ll understand this more once you read this series. I thought the flow and pace of this story was excellent. I would even say this book was a fairly quick read, but that could be because I couldn’t put it down and I didn’t want it to end.
I don’t want to say too much about this storyline, because this is a story that should unfold for each reader. I will tell you this that it delves into the world of BDSM. I thought it was all very tastefully written. Trilina gets the point across without being overly graphic with any aspect of this story. I will also tell you this your, emotions will be going all over the place while reading this story. This is definitely an emotional roller coaster ride. Dante and Sarah do not have an easy path ahead of them. But I loved how they handled each up and down.
I loved seeing Dom, Drew, Gretchen and Luca in this story and seeing where their future has lead them. I also liked getting to know the other ‘brothers’. I look forward to the other books that are coming in this series!!!
Trilina Pucci has truly rocked my socks off with this series so far and I would 100% recommend these books to anyone who likes a great ALPHA male Hero. If you like your books angsty, raw and gritty but with an amazing love story, then these are the books for you!!!
Trillina Pucci author just broke me with this story. I have a huge book hangover like I never had before.
“Depraved” is sort of enemies to lovers type of a story with a mafia plot which is one of my favorite genre.
My heart was beating so fast and my eyes were devouring every word as I flipped through the pages and couldn’t stop reading until the very end of the book.
The action in this story was fast pace and whole plot kept me on the suspense edge entire time.
Chemistry, lust and desire between Dante and Sarah were OMG! I’m telling you! It was mind blowing and so intense that, I think, only Trillina Pucci author knows how to create such a strong heroes.
Dante is dangerous, dominant alfa male with boiling Italian blood. Handsome, masculine with tattoos and his dirty talking, he was melting not only my heart.
Sarah in the other hand is feisty and fierceful beautiful girl. She was challenging him all the time. They bantered with each other and pushed one another to the point, I don’t recall, no other heroes ever did.
My emotions were on the rollercoaster. In one minute I was WOW! No s*it! Then I was touched or smiling or those two emotions mixed together.
I was wondering where Trilina Pucci take me with this story and this explosive couple. I already have my answer and you need to read it to have yours. It was awesome reading journey. I highly recommend this book.
OMG I’m in love with “Dante” the Sovrano King! The storyline had me hooked from the first page. I loved the banter between the characters and the use of the Italian language gave it some authenticity. If you are one of those people who like a strong willed, feisty heroine you won’t be disappointed in Sarah. Dante is dominant in everything he does, he has the respect of his family and men. He has his eyes on an elusive prize, however she doesn’t make it easy for him. One sample of her delectable honey has him wanting more. Capturing his Queen is harder than he could of imagined but anything worth having is.