I had a chance, once, to play the good girl. I could’ve kept my mouth shut and stayed out of the line of fire. Had I done that, more people might’ve been hurt. So, I came forward and subsequently, I lost everything I’d ever loved.
I lost my family.
I lost my home.
I lost my identity.
I lost … them.
But now they’re back. At least, I think they are. I can feel their eyes watching my every … can feel their eyes watching my every movement, stalking me. They aren’t here to threaten me or to hurt me. They’re here to protect me. To watch over me. Because to them, I’m everything they desire.
I am their love.
I am their hate.
I am their infatuation.
Their sweet possession.
How long can they stand to stay in the shadows when a new danger threatens to tear us apart again?
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FREAKING OUTSTANDING!!!
Holy hellhounds! This immensely talented, gifted and dynamic duo displays one breathless wonder, taking down the dregs, sealing the cracks and fusing the crannies with this engaging speil testing the strength and weighing the odds. Satisfying is an understatement, you guys are not going to believe how this installment plays out. Delivering well rounded scenario’s so intense you feel the pulse racing, electrifying hum running rampant through your viens. Hurdling trials and tribulations along with a few bumps and bruises send this bad boy skyrocketing. One chaotic ride rounding up the shenanigans, sequestering the mayhem blowing this baby wide open. Sparks fly as drama, intrigue, danger and suspense ensues in epic proportions. The chemistry is intense, sizzling and palpable. The characters are authentic, genuine and realistic with depth and qualities that blend into amazing personalities. The scenes are so vividly detailed it gives the illusion you were right there standing in the middle of ground zero with them. Fantastic job guys, thanks for sharing this little gem with us.
I downloaded this book as an ARC, and was checking to see if it had downloaded correctly, and sort of accidentally started reading it, and the next thing I knew I had finished it. The story grabbed onto me and wouldn’t let me go. Mare is a sassy, bratty heroine, and all three of her men are being added to my growing book boyfriend harem. The plot twists and turns and kept me on the edge of my seat throughout. It’s rare that a twist in a book makes my jaw actually drop, and yet this book managed to do so more than once. Read this one today, and you will not regret it!!!
What a great read! Lucy and A.J. make an awesome writing duo. This book had twists and turns, mystery, revenge, steamy scenes, and more! It held my attention from start to finish and even when life pulled me away from reading, I couldn’t help thinking about this book and what came next. And if you like strong, bratty FMC, you will love Mare! Plus, that hint at the end about the next book in the universe – I already need it.
Quick & Dirty Details:
– Reverse Harem Stalker Romance
– 3 Guys – a few years older than FMC in their late twenties
– Med-fast burn
– Light BDSM
– Multi POV
– Standalone in a bigger criminal universe
– Triggers: violence, stalking, attempted rape
Holy schnikes this book was intense. Mare is in wit-pro because she snitched on her dad’s mobster activities. She’s been in wit-pro for five years. Left everyone behind including her three boyfriends Ian, archer, and jensen. Ian is the dom alpha of the group. Archer and Jensen are the dominate balance to Ian’s dom tendencies. The guys have been tracking and watching mare basically the whole time. They make themselves known when a threat to mare presents itself. The twists and turns keep you on your toes. And don’t get me started on the sexy times. Hot hot hot. Overall this book was amazing. I can’t wait to read more in this series. They are standalone but in the same universe. This book ends where the next one will pick up. I’m thinking it’s going to be about wolf, Diablo and possibly someone else with Scarlett obviously in the mix.
When I started reading I couldn’t put it down.Lucy Smoke is magnifysent and amazing writer.I cannot wait to read more of there books.Keep up the great work.You should definitely read this book.Can’t wait for the next book
OMG talk about hot and steamy, this book just about burns the pages. Fantastic, enthralling and I loved it. Mare is a interesting character, innocent and naive to kickass and strong, and the men in her life are drop dead gorgeously hot. The dynamics between Mare and her men is entertaining and captivating but most of all protective and supportive. A.J. Macey and Lucy Smoke have written a brilliant and entertaining story that I could reread over and over. I loved the ending and can’t wait to read the next book in the series.
** 3.5 stars **
This book has whispers of a mafia romance being the FMC is a would-be mafia princess, but it kinda blurs the lines with the stalker vibe it’s got going on. It’s a RH story with a little bit of a D/d in it. This is a slow burn story with the FMC, America, being feisty, unsure, opinionated, and willful. She’s the type of character you either love or hate. She annoyed me. Her wanting the three men to leave her alone, but getting jealous got old real fast. I never understand the little miss independent act, not needing anyone; pushing people away; hurting everyone. How does that protect anyone or make anyone happy?? Anyway. It’s a decent story.
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Sweet Possession is Book 1 in the Criminals Underground series by Lucy Smoke and A.J. Macey.
I loved the hot alpha males- Ian, Jensen and Archer, sassy heroine- America(Mare/Mary) and the mafia/ stalker romance with a bit of a twist thrown in.
Loved the intrigue, action, passion, mystery and romance of the story. Great intro to a new series! I can’t wait for book 2.
My Rating: 4.5 stars ********
After Mare witnesses something she wasn’t supposed to her life is altered and it’s not going to be the same again, that is until she thinks her past as found her present. This story was so steamy and I devoured it, I’m not a huge fan of reverse harems but it worked perfectly in this story
I wasn’t so sure about the story, but I am glad I accepted this arc. Both authors write so well, and I was instantly engrossed in the story. This book has everything, action, steamy scenes, and well written plot.
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*Spoiler Alert*
America (FMC) hasnt had an easy life. After testifying against her mob boss father then ending up on the witness protection programme (being forced to leave everyone she cares for) when he gets off with the charges she has to recover a semblance of a normal life. Even with the threats of vengeance from her father. Except the past has a habit of catching up with you and hers comes in the form of Ian, Jensen & Archer. 3 guys who have no intention of letting her go this time (she was in a relationship with them before). Blimey did these 4 steam up my kindle! Taking care of her gives new meaning with these 3 guys. So good and a great read too
So despite this book not being exactly what I was expecting, I still enjoyed the read. From what I’d seen initially about this book prior to release, I was thinking I’d get something a little darker, more heavy on the stalker aspect. But I did really like the plot, storyline, and characters, loved Mare and her pushback with the guys, and loved the different POVs to give us some additional insight into the guys. Overall I thought this was a sweet, steamy read, one that I’d recommend picking up, though it wasn’t quite what I thought it was going to be.
Sweet Possession starts off with the heroine, America, being forced into the witness protection program after testifying against her father for a murder she witnessed. It isn’t clearly stated but readers can assume that her father is a part of the Italian Mafia and that she was unaware of that dark part of her life. For five years she lives under a new identity and with all communication cut off from her old life. This includes her 3 boyfriends, Ian, Archer, and Jensen. Things then get a little angsty when her boys pop back in her life, having tracked her and watched her from afar for a while.
This one was a bit hard for me to get through initially. It might be a case of “it’s not you, it’s me” but something wasn’t clicking for me. The boys came in hot, wanting the relationship to pick up where it left off. There are a few flashback scenes that were helpful after they’re reunited.
I liked the overall plot and when the drama and steam picked up, I enjoyed how the story unraveled despite the ending feeling rushed. Overall, I enjoyed it but it wasn’t a 4/5 star for me.
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Steamy, Thrilling and Intense!
This story was full of suspense, thrills, twists and a whole lot of very sexy and highly erotic moments. There was so much drama and heat packed into this story that you will not be able to put this one down! The characters and plot were intense and well written keeping you captivated and highly entertained. There is nothing better than a mob story with a twisty ending and this one was fantastic.
Mare is feisty, witty and the perfect match for her super sexy alpha men. Together they make one hell of a badass family! I fell hopelessly head over heels in love with each one of these amazing characters. The love they have for one another is super intense and leaves you breathless at times.
These two amazing authors know just what their readers like sex, murder and mayhem all packed into one suspenseful and highly thrilling story! I can’t wait to see what these two come up with for the next installment of this series as it is sure to be as amazing as this one. I loved every second of it.
I absolutely loved this book. Mare is one bada$$ woman. Each of the guys make you want to know more about themThis book will suck you in and won’t let you go. The storyline is interesting and will make you want to know more about what is going on. These two ladies have done an amazing job with this book.
Holy hotness!!! This book had tingles going up and down my spine. I first thought this would be a standard kind of mafia romance but a few pages in and I knew i was so very wrong. Once I started I could not put it down. I loved every second of this book.
Let me start by saying that I have read both authors before, and was thrilled to see a co-write. Secondly, if you have not read anything by either author, READ THIS AND THEN GO READ EVERYTHING THEY HAVE DONE. You won’t be disappointed.
Right, now that I’ve made the important mentions… on to the actual book review. Mary and her guys are all believable characters (which I love), and the slightly darker edge to this is positively thrilling. Having a little bit of mobster feeling was also a nice change of pace for me, because I personally like the 1920s mobster stories. I loved the ending too (no spoilers!)
This book is seriously HOT!
I had an idea of what this book was going to be about but it actually surprised me when it turned out to be different than what I expected. There was quite a lot of mystery which opened the door to so many questions. I actually got a little confused at times, wondering whether this was the second book to a series or duet. The book is predominately set in present times but there are flashbacks and memories which help with the back story.
America is the daughter of a mobster and when she witness’s her father murdering someone, she makes the grave mistake of turning him in to the police which results in her being relocated as part of witness protection. She leaves behind 3 men who spend the next 5 years watching her until the time is necessary to reveal themselves to keep her safe.
We soon find out who these men are and their relationship with America and to be honest, I would have loved to know more of their history. We only get such a small snippet.
But I tell you what, their relationship in the present gets insanely hot!!!
This is one book you will devour in hours. Such an addicting, mysterious, suspenseful and steamy read.
This book exceeded my expectations. I was worried it would fit the norm as part of its plot being within the witness protection. And while yes she is in it, not this was not an ordinary book! This book was filled with lots of intimate scenes between 3 strong headed doms and one ‘bratty’ sub. Now I know this isn’t everyone’s cup of tea but it sure was mine. The explicit scenes were carefully written and worded to make you feel apart of it while also cheering on our main character Mare. With 3 strong, possessive men in her life Mare’s background has no chance against her. The action that filled the end of this book was nail biting and left me ready for more. Overall a fantastic “quickly” of a read;)
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An amazing reverse harem story. America/Mare/Mary is placed in Witness protection after she tries to put her father in jail for his crimes. Ian, Jensen and Archer help her through this. Loved this book. Eagerly waiting for the next one. Thanx.
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