Get ready for mafia, mayhem, and madness!Enzo Marchionni is New Orleans’ hottest chef, the middle child in a mafia family, and the recipient of an unwanted gift… simple—convince the girl of his dreams he deserves a second chance. However, it’s not that easy when following his heart could put himself, and everyone he loves, in danger.
Shanna Isaac is a wannabe private investigator, with a case load of cheating spouses, and a horrible track record with men. When her best friend asks her to be maid of honor, Shanna agrees…
…even if that means spending time with The Ghoster, the man who dumped her like a bad Tinder date, just when she started to believe in happily-ever-afters.
Unfortunately, every bad decision has consequences. It turns out Shanna and Enzo’s almost-relationship might have started a mob war. Her only hope is to accept protection from the one man who could destroy her.
If she can’t trust him with her heart. How in the heck can she trust him with her life?
You’ll love this romantic comedy with a smidgen of suspense, because everyone loves a bad boy trying to be a good man.
Fans of Janet Evanovich will adore Hearst’s storytelling; each can be read separately though best enjoyed when read in series order:
Absinthe Minded
Highball & Chain
Single Malt Drama
Hot Momosa
Gin & Trouble
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Shanna’s entire life gets turned upside down while investigating the local mayor and slew of other craziness ensues. From the moment this book starts, you jump right into the action. Just when you think you have everything figured out, this book will keep you guessing right to the end. Shanna and Enzo try to stay away from each other but they are so drawn to each other it becomes impossible to stay away.
Virginia Rose and Aaron Shedlock are amazing as Shanna, Enzo and the entire cast!
This second chance romance is the perfect blend of humor, heart, thrills, and steam! Shanna and Enzo had a night of fiery passion, but when Shannon thought they could have more, Enzo disappeared. Now she is focusing on becoming a Private Investigator and forgetting about men. When she is asked to be the maid of honor for her best friend, Maggie, she must also spend time with Enzo. Enzo Marchionni is a popular chef in the French Quarter. He does not want to take over the family business, or be bound by an arranged marriage. What he does want is the feisty, sexy Shannon to give him a second chance. But first he needs to get out of that contract without causing a war among the rival families. As they spend more time together, their attraction is heating up and they can’t deny their feelings any longer. But Shannon’s cases are more than they seem, and soon they are in danger from all sides. Shannon is fiercely independent, and when she gives Enzo the slip, will he ever get his second chance with Shannon before they find who is trying to kill her? I really adored these two characters! Enzo and Shannon’s quick, banter with a bite sparked and fueled their fiery chemistry!
I always enjoy listening to Aaron Shedlock and Virginia Rose narration. They did an amazing job bringing this heart-pounding story to life, immersing me in their world, and making this fun, and sizzling romance even more captivating!
A whole new story in New Orleans
Hearst pens an excellent story in Highball and Chain. I have read work from this author before, and I really enjoyed it. I read the “mafia comedy” that came before this one. Though this story is different, I always recommend readers read the series in order. Even though they are different stories, with different characters, the previous story always sets the tone for the next one, and so on. The characters had a lot of depth, and were very realistic. Enzo is in a bit of a bind, and it starts with who he is and who is family is. This is a remarkable story, with different types of characters, from different lives, and how they connect is so interesting, and written seamlessly. This author has a great imagination and I’m glad it’s being shared with stories. It’s one of those embraceable stories. It’s definitely un-put-downable! This story captures the reader’s attention at chapter 1. Highball and Chain is a definite recommendation by Amy’s Bookshelf Reviews. I look forward to reading many more stories by this author.
Highball and Chain
Bourbon Street Bad Boys’ Club, Book 2
By: Kathryn M. Hearst
Narrated by: Aaron Shedlock, Virginia Rose
Kathryn Hearst keeps bringing on the laughs and romance with her Bourbon Street Bad Boys Club! Though the second in the series, it can be read as a standalone. This time, we get Enzo Marchionni’s story. This bad boy has big dreams for his family’s business but when he finds his meddling parents trying to wed him to a prominent family, he finds himself in a quandary. Attracted to his sister-in-law Maggie’s best friend, he isn’t looking for help in the love department, and he certainly isn’t interested in the beautiful but bratty Nicolina! Shanna and Enzo had an encounter once. Yes, just once, but it was so powerful, neither of them can stop thinking about it. Will these two find their happily ever after? Will the Marchionni’s convince Enzo this is best for the family? Fun, laughter, passion, a little mafia business and we are off! I love this series. It’s flows easy, it has me smiling and the family is everything we can imagine. The Marchionni brothers banter is typical siblings, and the men with the kids just melts my heart. I love Enzo’s passion for the family business, but I also love that he puts his feelings first. Shanna is a strong woman, and I love that she is willing to see where it all goes…and it’s a journey! And Nicolina! I can’t wait to hear what is going to happen to her! She is quite the character! This is a great series, and I am loving it! On to Single Malt Drama!
Aaron Shedlock and Virginia Rose are our story tellers for this gem. These two are so good! Perfect comedic timing, great accents, that slight angst at times and just all around giving us a listen that is so wonderful! Shedlock has all the brothers, and each has their own qualities showing in their voices. Rose comes in as a bratty Nico and a strong willed, passion filled Shanna. It’s a great mix and gave me hours of entertainment!
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Highball and Chain
Bourbon Street Bad Boys’ Club, Book 2
By: Kathryn M. Hearst
Narrated by: Aaron Shedlock, Virginia Rose
Kathryn M. Hearst delivers another wonderful “Bourbon Street Bad Boys’ Club” novel, a series of standalone books each featuring a different Marchionni brother. The first book, “Absinthe Minded” was Gabriel and Maggie’s story, this book is his brother Enzo and Shanna, Maggie’s best friends story. The story picks up soon after the first one ended, the chemistry between Enzo and Shanna is smoking hot and it lead to something even hotter but that was all Enzo was able to give. She had not heard from him since but she sees him again at Gabe and Maggie’s wedding. The two are opposites in many ways, she is a private investigator in training and he is a chef who comes from a family with questionable business practices. Gabe wants to legitimize all the family dealings, this is pissing off some of his current dealings and other mafia families. Shanna was excited for Maggie’s wedding and for going to Italy, it was a very exciting trip but not exactly in a good way, family drama and a spoiled mafia princess stirs up some trouble, some other trouble seems to be brewing as well and some lands Shanna’s way. Enzo is determined to protect her and get to the bottom of it, but Shanna is not one to sit back and wait, she needs to find out what is going on as well. There is never a dull moment in this book, the story is cleverly plotted with plenty of drama, a touch of angst, humor in the way of witty dialogue, some action, mystery, twists and turns, thrilling and suspenseful moments and a smoking hot romance. Thank you for another fantastic story and emotional rollercoaster ride.
And for the amazing narration, Aaron Shedlock and Virginia Rose are the perfect cast to bring these characters to life. They had a complete understanding of the characters they portrayed, gave each a voice that fit their character’s persona to a tee, sounding believable and just as I pictured the character to sound. They set the perfect tone for the story, captured all the characters’ emotions and projected them into their performance. These mega talented voice artists are entertaining storytellers and a pleasure to listen to. Thank you for another awesome listen, I love how your narration enhances an already great story to another level of greatness.
An up and coming chef who is looking at an arraigned marriage and a private investigator who was ghosted by this chef. Will love give them another chance or will sensitive information end up getting them killed? You will have to read to find out. A fun read.
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The great character and plot development made this book a real page turner and very enjoyable read! I look forward to reading more from this author!
Great characters that will keep your interest extremely well.
I’m not going to go into detail, no spoilers just read the book if you are even mildly intrigued by the blurb. You’ll thank me later!
The chemistry, sweetness, and twists in plot kept things interesting. Add in drama and passion and you have a good read.
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This set of books was intensely wonderful. It was an amazing set. I cannot express just how much I loved these. What a very intense story that will have you hooked from the very beginning of this story. This is a must read!!
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This is an awesome read that had me turning the pages. The characters are well developed and engaging and the storyline has an even and smooth flow to it.
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Second installment of the Burbon Street Bad Boys series. This is Shanna and Enzo’s story, with appearances of characters from the first book. Although not necessary, to read the first, it is helpful. I loved their banter and their journey to finding each other. I don’t want to give away spoilers but this series is turning out to be fun. Love the witty, sarcastic banter between all the characters. Looking forward to more.
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This is the 2nd story in this amazing new series and its brother Enzo.
Shanna is Maggie’s best friend and she kind of thought she and the ghoster had something? Oh maybe not? or?
These brothers are doomed thanks to their mom and it will take everything in Enzo to break that. Or will the Marchionni secrets and actions spill out onto the streets?
Hilarious, hopeful, suspenseful and just a wonderful story.
I can’t wait to see which brother is next.
This is the 2nd book I’ve read written by Kathryn M. Hearst; she has done a great job at writing a good book; I can’t wait to read more of her books.
The story line caught my attention at the very beginning and kept me interested throughout the entire book.
I loved the chemistry between the characters.
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Highball and Chain is the second book in the Bourbon Street Bad Boys Club series and is a great mafia romance.
The characters are intelligent, well developed, and have a history together. The storyline is well written and kept my interest from start to finish, with the Mafiosi, a meddling mom, family, friendship, corruption, danger, suspense, and a second chance for romance.
I cannot wait for the next book in this series!
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Will Shanna get a second chance with the guy who “ghosted” her months ago?
Shanna and Enzo met at a party, were slightly tipsy and had an awesome makeout session. When Enzo agreed to call her for a date, she never heard from him and weeks later saw him with a model. Now her best friend is marrying Enzo’s older brother and during the pre-wedding and wedding she has to be around him. But then she is shot at while in Italy, her apartment back home in New Orleans is deliberately burned down, and a mafioso’s daughter keeps trying to force herself on Enzo. And he and his brothers keep whispering. What secrets are they keeping and why is Enzo saying she’s in danger from the mafia? I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review
All kinds of sassy.
I was immediately sucked into this book. Funny, sassy, a hint of sabotage.
Shanna is a PI. She and Enzo, a chef (it’s yes, chef, not sir) connected until he ghosted on her and she caught him with a OW. He does flings. She’s not a fling thing.
And who poisoned the soup?
Does Enzo deserve a second chance?
Cuz he’s got another woman drama going on as well.
I liked Shanna. She’s got her S together. Enzo not so much.
Recommend.
This is the 2nd book in this series. You do not have to read the others but is better if you did. This is a mob romance the story line has Drama suspense mystery and danger.
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Enzo Marchionni is the hottest chef in New Orleans, the middle child in a mafia family. Shanna Isaac is a private investigator, mostly dealing with cases involving getting evidence against cheating spouses. She also has a horrible track record with men, and Enzo is among the “ones that got away” when he ghosted her.
When Shanna’s best friend asks her to be maid of honor at her wedding, she agrees, despite the fact that it means she will have to spend time around the man who dumped her. But when things start to get dangerous, Enzo needs to keep her safe while they try to find out who is targeting her.
This story has romance, mystery, and suspense to keep the reader fully invested. Will their chemistry bring Shanna and Enzo a second chance to find a HEA? Or will they be too busy dodging bullets to move forward?
This book immediately brings you back with the Marchionni family and it does not disappoint. The vivid imagery brings you to Sicily and back to New Orleans. The action is fantastic and makes you feel like you are really there. I cannot wait to see where the next book is going to bring us in this saga.
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The storyline is good but my problem is coming from the characters. Shanna is too “in your face” for me and Enzo is just going for hot and cold way too much
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