I’ve been in hiding for four years. On the run from the man in whose bed I once slept.
I saw something I shouldn’t have seen. Took something I shouldn’t have taken.
And he’s just found me.
But it’s not just my safety I have to worry about. I have a little boy. His little boy. The secret baby of a Russian mobster.
He told me in no uncertain terms that I’m his. That we would be a … terms that I’m his. That we would be a family.
But his uncle still wants me dead and I know the man whose been hunting me is the only one who can keep us safe.
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Lev has proven that it doesn’t matter what you come from, it doesn’t determine what you become. Determination is what leads the way. Kat has reminded me that no matter what has happened and no matter what has sent you running, learning to trust and to look beyond the surface, everything can turn out better than expected. Kat and Lev had an explosive beginning and an unexpected ending. Family takes care of family. Not always the way you would expect, but in the end everything plays out the way it should. Absolutely loved this story!!
Release Date: 21 April 2020
Spoken In: Dual Perspectives – Levka/Katerina
Rating 4.5 Stars
HIS the second novel in Natasha Knights and A.Zavarellis Ties that Bind duet. You NEED to read MINE before jumping into this book as its a continuation to Lev and Kats story.
This book picks up right were we left off in MINE and with that cliffhanger we got I could not wait to get my hands on this book and trust me it did not disappoint. It’s full of so much more action, more suspense, more heat and so many more twists that you don’t see coming.
The perfect conclusion to Lev and Kats story and I will definitely be reading from these authors again.
ARC kindly provided for an honest review.
The ending to this book was everything I wanted and more. It didn’t disappoint. After Lev discovered he had a son he’s doing everything he can to keep Kat and his son safe. But to do that they need to end things. Secrets will come out. Kat will discover something from her past and Lev will finally get the answers he needs. Help will come from unlikely places. I freaking loved this book and hope to see them in future books.
OMG !!! What an amazing book. It totally blew me away with its dark and twisted storyline. It completely captivated me and kept me riveted to every single word until the last word. Such intriguing twist and turns that kept me on the edge of my seat. Absolutely stunning
What an exciting conclusion!!
OMG This duet is absolutely everything. Between the concept and the perfect flow of the story, it was a seamlessly stunning tale of running from the mob, to finding that love even though you know you shouldn’t and fighting through everything that was thrown at you. With His, you delve deeper into Lev and Kat’s lives and their history and things will leave you for a spin when they get the answers that they are looking for. Lev fights for his own. Kat has such grit to get through everything that is thrown at them. My heart shattered at moments but then also mended with the love that Lev has for Kat and Josh.
Overall, this duet is a total must read for 2020. It blew me away with the storyline, concept and character build throughout. It flowed amazingly off the page and I devoured it completely. Seeing how things play out in the second book of this duet makes me really hope that these two authors write together again because they have magic together!
His is the second book in Natasha Knight and A. Zavarelli’s Ties That Bind Duet. Since Mine (Book #1) ends with such a massive cliffhanger and His is four years later. Kat ran after seeing something she shouldn’t, and Lev is sent after her. His Uncle is being suspicious and cagey with his directions, making Lev wonder what he’s hiding. After reluctantly finding Kat, everything changes when he realizes she has a four year old son…. timing making him his son. This is a kind of us against the world, mafia romance. Together, Kat and Lev must face their pasts in order to have a future together. Natasha Knight and A. Zavarelli are two of my favorite dark romance authors, so for them to co author this Duet was pretty exciting for me.
His by Natasha Knight and A. Zavarelli is the conclusion to the Ties that Bind Duet. It starts seconds after the cliffhanger in Mine. You need to read Mine first! Lev and Kat’s relationship deepens in His. They learn to trust each other. Kat’s history is revealed and people from her past appear. Josh learns to love Zev. The intensity in His doesn’t disappoint. The action is non-stop. There is violence and this is a true dark romance. Some really awful disturbing things happen. If violence isn’t you’re thing skip this one. That being said the violence makes sense in the context of the story and isn’t over done. Kat and Josh’s reactions to the violence that happens was particularly well done. Weaving a child’s reactions into a story, making it authentic, and compelling us hard but it’s done very well here. There’s still lots of hot sex. The thing in the end that drew me in was the way all the characters connected and became a family. Considering the short amount of time the main action is written over it’s done in such a way that it is very believable. A five star end to a wonderful duet!
I received this ARC in exchange for an honest review.
His is book #2 in the Ties That Bind duet. Natasha Knight & A Zavarelli come together for an amazing mafia, dark romance featuring elements of Zavarelli’s Boston Underground series ~ The Bratva and the Russian Vory brotherhood mafia.
I loved Kat & Lev’s story and was excited to read their conclusion. Their story is full of action, emotion, adrenaline and hot sexy scenes. Natasha Knight and Ashleigh Zavarelli are seamless in their delivery. The writing flowed from chapter to chapter.
The conclusion of Mine had my heart racing as Lev discovered Kat’s whereabouts and took matters into his own hands. This also brought more trouble right to his door as well.
“We’re not safe. We’re nowhere near safe.”
The story continues at a strong pace that is filled with surprises, revelations and survival. I devoured the pages in almost one sitting!
I really enjoyed the Ties That Bind duet. If you love #mafia then you will love this duet! I am a HUGE Ashleigh Zavarelli fan and I am now a HUGH Natasha Knight fan! I look forward to more collaborations in the future!
4.5 stars!
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This is Book 2 in the Ties that Bind and it picks up right where book 1 ends.
Emotionally charged, this conclusion does not disappoint.
In this installment all the pieces come together so that we learn all the answers. In the midst of all that, we get intense heat excitement and suspense.
My only issue was that the ending felt rushed.
This is Book 2 of Ties That Bind Duet.
This is the continuing story of Levka (Lev) & Katrina (Kat). This story continues from the nail biting cliffhanger of Book 1. Lev and Kat go through some hard times in their life for awhile. The road is a rocky road. There is lots of action in this story, as you would expect a mafia romance to have. They have to wrap up loose ends in order to move forward. Their attraction never falters. It blossoms into love. It has a terrific story line. It held my interest from beginning to end. This is a wonderful duet. I hope whoever likes mafia romance will read it. Looking forward to the next book of Natasha Knight.
***4 “Family!!!” stars***
“I’m putting my trust in you, Lev. Please don’t let us down.”
The conclusion to Levi and Kat’s story was very satisfying!!!
As I told you before, the beginning didn’t win me over immediately, but then i was grabbed by the story and after the cliffy of the first book, i couldn’t wait to start reading the last part!!!
And this writing duet didn’t disappoint me!!!
The ending was explosive… Full of suspense and on constant motion!!!
I freakin’ loved it!!!
“We’re not safe. We’re nowhere near safe. And that stolen flash drive that started all of this? It’s nothing compared to this.”
Well, after the catastrophic events at the end of “Mine”, Lev, Kat and Josh are on the run in order to stay alive and safe…
Unfortunately, their enemies are always a step behind them and that’s something that is making them anxious and impatient.
Levi is determined to make everything in his power in order to keep his family safe…
He can even ally with the wrong people. Nothing is forbidden in his world after all!!
The ones that he wronged them are going to pay no matter what, but he has to be more careful!!!
Unfortunately, the things are getting out of hands many times and our heroes are fighting constantly for their lives!!!
“It’s still difficult to wrap my head around the fact that I’m a father. And right now, at this moment, I want more than anything for him to understand that. Whatever happens, I will protect him. I will take care of him. Even if that means going to war with Vasily.”
Honestly, i can not tell you more about this book, since you know, it was a part of a duet and it isn’t very right to make spoilers…
But this part was exciting in a twisted way… with all these secrets and lies that were unraveling all the time and how the things were developing…
“Secrets hold power over you, and in a way, when you speak them out loud and tell them to another human being, it gives you your power back.”
For once again, I loved Levi and Kat!!!
I believe that in here, their connection grew up and took a biggest part…
They are united and it shows… They are family and they are shouting them to the rest of the world with their actions…
I liked how determined was Levi to be right and to be prove himself worthy to have a family!!!
I liked how the things turned out after all, even with much blood, tears and destruction in between…
“I was sent to kill you… But I didn’t. Because the moment I saw you again, I fucking knew, even before Josh, that you were meant to be mine.”
Also, I loved Josh!!! He was such a cutie!!!!
I also really liked Maxim and Glen…
So… If you are loving a good mafia romance, then you should take a chance to this duet!!!
These two authors know what are doing and it will worth your time!!
***ARC was provided in the exchange of an honest review***
Holy crap was this like a huge puzzle, and little by little we get crumbs and little tidbits that start putting it back together. With all the mystery, violence, hot naughty bits; this story just pulls you in. This is the second half of the duet, and it starts with a bang, the same bang that the first ended with. Lev, Kat and Josh are now in the thick of things and trying to stay alive while trying to put the puzzle together and figure a way out of the mess they are in. This has some serious ups and downs and it was such a ride, but seeing everything play out the way it does is worth it. I give this 4.5 stars.
I read and reviewed book 1 a few weeks ago and really enjoyed it so I was super happy to get the ARC for book 2.
We pick up exactly where we left off at the end of the first book with Lev, Kat and wee Josh high-tailing it outta there after barely escaping with their lives after Antoin (Lev’s fucked up and cruel cousin) tries to kill them all.
KAT
Kat is still as awesome as in the first book. She’s utterly shaken up by the massive turn her life has taken. She thought she was safe from Lev and the mob as she had managed to remain hidden for a few years but, that just wasn’t the case.
It was just a matter of time before they found her.
Now she and Lev are on the run with their wee boy and are running short of places to stay.
She’s jumping at shadows and is a paranoid mess. Exactly as I would be if I thought the Russian mob was looking for me.
She’s a firey and strong wee soul and does her best to face it all head-on.
There were some utterly heartbreaking moments for her in this book and my wee black heart wept for her. Others had me reaching for the bedside drawer.
LEV
He is still a controlling prick at times, lol, but to be honest aren’t all the alpha dudes that way? Isn’t that why we love them?
He is not one to run away from a challenge or to live in fear so he’s taking a few days to get his shit together, find allies, and gather intel. Then he’s gonna face that Visely issue head-on.
Live in fear? Fuck no!
Run and hide? Again, fuck no!
This one is just not used to sharing thoughts or feelings at all and he and Kat butt heads over it a few times.
I love how he can be a sadistic monster filled with rage and evil intentions towards those who have wronged his family…and then come home and be the best daddy and loving hubby.
Speaking of evil, there are some gloriously dark and violent moments!
Enough that some may be a bit triggered by, so heads up if a broom up the poop chute is a hard limit for you.
SEX SCENES
I love these two together!
“What are you doing? Leave that open.” “I don’t think you want him to hear me fucking you, and you do need to be fucked, Kat.” “Lev—” He grabs my ankle, pulls me flat on the bed, then flips me onto my stomach. He slaps my ass again. “Lev!” “Don’t worry, you’re safe,” he says, gripping my cheeks and spreading me open. “At least from my hand.”He thrusts into me, and I arch my back to take him as he fists my hair again, tugging my head backwards and stilling deep inside me. “From now on, you tell me everything, Kat. Every little inconsequential detail. You got that?”I wriggle my hips beneath him, wanting him to move, and when he won’t, I slide my hand between my legs. Chuckling, he takes my wrist and draws my hand away. “That pussy’s mine, too, sweetheart. You don’t touch it without my permission anymore.”He stretches that arm and my other over my head and closes both hands over a rung of the metal headboard. “Keep them there.”He thrusts once more, then draws out of me. His breath is warm against my cheek as I feel his hand slide between my cheeks, rub against my pussy, then find my other hole. “What are you doing?”I start, trying to pull away. He doesn’t let me, though. Just starts moving his fingers back and forth, and back and forth, smearing my own arousal into me. I still, too embarrassed but also aroused. “This is mine too, this tight little hole.”When he pushes his finger inside me, I tighten all my muscles. “You can’t…you’re too big!”He turns my head, so I have to look at him from the corner of one eye. “You’re right, it’s going to be a tight squeeze,” he says, moving his finger in and out, and in and out. “But we’ll make it work.”He pulls his finger out and slides himself between my ass cheeks, rubbing his length against my ass before bringing the head of his cock to my entrance and gently pushing against me. “Lev.”It’s a whimper as he takes my clit between his fingers. “You need to be fucked. You’ll feel better after you’re fucked. Isn’t that right?”I nod because this feels too good. “Then answer my question. Tell me you understand that you will tell me every single thing so I can fuck your tight little ass already.”“Yes. Yes. I understand.”I nod my head, arching my back, and when he lets me, I shift to my knees, and he settles between them. “You’re perfect, you know that?” he asks, fingers still working my clit as he takes inch by slow inch of me. “Perfect for me.”
Final Thoughts On HIS by Natasha Knight & A. Zavarelli
There was more suspense, which was brilliant, but less sexual tension, which was slightly disappointing. Only a wee bit though, lol
I just wanna see more of the disciplining alpha-daddy that he can be…yeah, guess what I’m missing in my life 🙁
Anywho…I really enjoyed this one and am very glad to have found these authors.
4 Stars
The authors gave us the perfect conclusion to this amazing duet!! I couldn’t ask for a better end. I’ve been dying to get my hands on this book since I’ve read “Mine” and the wait was totally worth it! Get ready to be mind-blown!
“His” starts where we were left off. Kat and Josh are in danger because Andrei found them. Unfortunately, this won’t be the only time they’ll be in danger. Her and Lev’s enemies are ready to tear them apart. The suspense was killing me. I could feel the imminent danger and couldn’t fathom how things would work out. The mafia world is ruthless, and Lev’s uncle won’t stop until he sees them dead.
The plot is a constant run. Kat, Lev, and Josh have to move constantly in order to buy time. Past connections and secrets are unveiled through the book. Kat and Lev’s chemistry is still burning hot even through everything that’s happening.
There’s heartbreak, there’s passion, there’s revenge and absolution. “His” is a book that you’ll devour in one sitting; that’s what I did! I kept telling myself one more chapter until I’ve reached the end. I’m sad to see their story come to an end, but I’m content with how it ended. Hopefully will get more collaborations between Natasha Knight and A. Zavarelli; I need more of their explosive stories!
This is an outstanding, dark mafia romance that will get you hooked right from the start. HIS is the fabulous conclusion to the phenomenal Ties That Bind Duet that I highly recommend.
A fast-paced, intense read with loads of action, twists and turns, great plot, and very compelling characters that will keep you on the edge of your seat. This story will capture you by the thrill of it, mixed with all the passion, and the sweetness of an amazing storyline like no other.
I love Lev! He’s just perfect and swoon worthy. I love seen the two sides of him, especially his paternal side! Oh, and there is plenty of off the charts steam, and deliciousness to go around.
Again, what an amazing conclusion!!
This is book two in Ties That Bind duet and it was a great ending I feel like Knight and Zavarelli got their groove going better in this book. Because I really enjoyed this book a lot better I felt things flowed better in this book than in the first book. This book had the right amount of everything in it, it was fast-paced and I was able to connect with the characters better this time. Great ending to this duet.
His is the second book in the Ties That Bind Duet, an amazing Dark Russian mafia Romance. OMG! This second part isn’t for the faint-hearted! The storyline is intense, suspenseful, action packed, filled with danger, death, and twists and turns. Kat and Lev are wonderful characters, perfect together. Kate is strong, and smart. Lev is handsome, ruthless, powerful, and very possessive and protective. Their son is so cute! The supporting characters have an important part in this story. The conclusion is intense, and breathtaking. I love the ending. I enjoyed this duet and I highly recommend it. I hope to have the opportunity to revisit this duet in audiobook. Looking forward to read more books written by Natasha Knight and A. Zavarelli, two amazing writers!
Katerina “Katya” Blake has been on the run for 4 years since she witnessed something she shouldn’t have and now she has been found by the man who has been sent to kill her. Only Katya holds a secret – the son they share but now how far will the man she once loved go to protect what is his?
This was such an awesome conclusion and I am somewhat sad that this is over but I really hope that these authors write together again soon!!
I loved the fire inside Katya that she would go to the ends of the world to protect Josh. Yet when Levka found her she had to prove to him the actions she took where to save Josh and that she still cared for Lev.
Lev was awesome and I knew he was loyal to Katya and Josh after discovering some stuff that happened under his Uncle Vasily Stanislav’s control. His cousin Andrei was awful and I wanted terrible things to happen to him.
I was proud of Lev for risking everything to learn more about Katya’s mom and why Vasily had her taken care of. I really liked meeting Maxim and how loyal he was to Lev, Katya and Josh. I loved how he introduced us to more information and where that led Lev and Katya!
I seriously loved the main character that we met in this book and when he realized that Lev was telling the truth how loyal he was and how his goal was protecting everyone. I was totally freaking out though when things went absolutely sideways and I was crossing my fingers that everything was going to turn out the way I wanted.
I loved the end and how Lev wanted to live his life on the straight and narrow with his family and his new extended family!
The book made me so happy and I really want more!
So, it’s another beautiful sunny day when I go outside to the back porch to start on His: Ties that Bind book 2 by Natasha Knight and A. Zavarelli. Let me just say that I was so engrossed in this story that I did not notice the time passing by or the sizzle of my skin because I am now sunburnt. I just could NOT put this book down, I had to know what was happening with Lev and Kat. I literally started this story this morning and had it finished before supper. The love, the hate, the heartbreak, oh dear lawd I was an emotional wreck! Lev is the epitome of the stereotypical bad guy and he is written to be hated but damn, you just can’t hate him after a while. 5-glowing stars for His: Ties that Bind Duet Book 2 by Natasha Knight and A. Zavarelli
On the run and putting her trust in the one man she thought she had to fear, Kat is trusting Lev to keep her and their son safe. Lev is willing to turn his back on his mafia family, especially if he can prove their betrayal. With secrets being kept on all sides the dangers keep piling up against Kat and Lev as he tries to negotiate with his uncle for Kat’s safety. Kat knows that Lev wants her to be HIS, but it’s not just about her anymore, she must think about Josh too. Can Lev ever truly walk away from his mafia ties and keep them safe or will they always be on the run?