They’re the Vendetti crime famiglia, the most powerful mafia name in New York…Matteo Vendetti is a man who gets what he wants. As heir to the Vendetti Empire and the capo dei capi’s throne, he’s only required to do one thing. He must get married to prove that he’s matured and is stable enough to take over. The stipulation doesn’t sound like much of a challenge until he realizes who his … betrothed is. Violet’s the Bottaro Princessa, not just a random woman he met by chance in another country. She’s young—too young by his standards. She’s headstrong—a problem for a dominant man like Matteo. She’s desirable—the biggest issue of all.
Before long, Matteo’s questioning himself, wondering if Violet’s really such a burden, or if just maybe, he’s falling in love with something other than the Empire.
*Brand new mafia series from Sapphire Knight! VERY steamy, so be ready!* OTTA *Dark* If you can’t handle thinking outside the box, you can’t handle this book. It’s hot, full of racy scenes and for open minded readers wanting to read a suspenseful, non-cookie cutter book. This book is for those of us bored with the everyday romance reads everyone else is writing. If you click, you’re warned. Also, welcome to the dark side, let me entice your mind.*
WOW! Matteo and his brothers are HOT! By the time you finish The Vendetti Empire you’re not going to know which one you love the most. I’ll happily take them all! – Victoria Ashley, New York Times Bestselling Author
Holy hotness batman, what did I just read! I won’t spoil a single thing as this is one book you should truly read blind. Don’t have a single thought as you open the book and devour the pages. There is nothing more b*d*ss than a crime family romance for me. I just can’t get enough. Sapphire Knight draws you into this world with these strong characters and takes you deep into this place page by page. I couldn’t stop and I’m dying for more!
– Author Chelsea Camaron
Holy flaming Kindles!! This is hands down one of the most panty-melting books I’ve ever read, AND it has a storyline. It’s every b**kwh*re’s dream come true! Sapphire Knight, you have some deliciously naughty words in your head, and I loved every single one of them! -Author Teagan Brooks
I read the entire thing last night, obsessively, and holy wow. That has to be dirtiest, yet hottest book I’ve ever read. I was not expecting that level of heat. Dang girl. Dannnng! Sapphire Knight you’re a dirty bird and I love it!
-Author Jaci J
Holy heck in a hamper! GIRL! For one, I think I may now have hypertension. For two, you have absolutely knocked this one out of the MF Park. Hot AF! Sweet Jesus. Someone get me some dang ice water, open a window, something!
– Author Kristine Allen
If you have ever met Sapphire Knight she is the sweetest little thing…but man does she write twisted and hot men! I hated the Vendettis and then I loved them! – Author P. Marie
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From Bottaro princess to Vendetti Queen
—>>> A hot chance encounter at a nightclub in Milan steamrolls into a whole new world for Violet when she meets the mysterious man again…this time under orders from her parents to marry him as an age-old means of strengthening the Vendetti Empire. First, however, Violet will have to get through the wedding night, which Matteo, as the oldest sibling of the NY crime familia, has to uphold in traditional Vendetti fashion, no matter what he feels for the stunning young woman who had snagged his attention on the dance floor on first sight. Violet may be young, but she was no pushover. She soon learns to navigate the Vendetti household with her chin up, spine straight and keeping her eye on the prize…becoming the queen she was meant to be.
when arranged marriage of matteo vendetti and violet bottaro . Matteo is the oldest of the vendetti famiy and had to hold onto traditions what transpires is a very intense read and i highly recommend this book.
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What did I just read?! Wow! I was riveted from beginning till the end. I couldn’t put this book down. Violet has her hands full but holy smoke was this Hot! Matteo was everything you expected from a Mafia boss, and then some! Can’t wait to read what comes next. Sapphire Knight produced an outstanding beginning to a mafia series. Loved it!
Just like I said on another review page…OMG… I’M literally sitting here thinking WTH did I just read? This is definitely in top 5 of the hottest book I have ever read! EVER!! This makes 50 shades sound like a sex ed class in junior high… Matteo and his brothers are hot as hell and if hell is that hot, I definitely want to sin!!!! OMG!!! Can’t wait for the Queen!!!
OMFG!!! Oh when am I going to be able to get my hands on the next book in this series? Holy Shit I absolutely loved this book!!!! Highly recommend if you like a good mafia read with a huge alpha that is a major A$$ and his equally as hot as hell brothers. The reverse harem theme makes this book even hotter.
We start off with Matteo letting off some steam in Milan where he meets a woman who catches his attention. Little does he know that he will get to see the little minx from the night club sooner than he thinks. He is known for being ruthless and getting the job done by any means necessary. he is a strong hero and I love the inner battle he has with himself over his new wife and his family tradition.
Violet is a good mafia princess and I just love her sassy ways. Even though he is sassy she understands the way of their world and knows what she needs to do to be the Vendetti Queen. Their “first” meeting Matteo is a complete a$$, but she handles it perfect. The way she worms her way into Matteo’s thoughts will leave you squirming. The family tradition would have most screaming for the hills, but Miss Violet accepts it with open arms. She is stronger than they first believe, and I have to hand it to her there were times I’m not sure I could have kept my mouth shut. The chemistry that she and Matteo share is HOT!! Like panty melting HOT!!
Please Sapphire hurry up with the next book I need it like yesterday. I have to see and just know how Violet is going to have Matteo and possibly his brothers groveling at her feet.
Betrothed to Matteo Vendetti, Violet gets more than she bargained for when she marries into the notorious mafia family. The Vendetti’s offer Violet protection and so much more in part one of The Vendetti Empire. This family will captivate you and leave you wanting more. Thank you Sapphire Knight for this deliciousness!
My last read of 2018, and what a way to finish the year. I love dark romance, so I knew The Vendetti Empire was right up my ally. I had no idea what to expect when I started and this is my first Sapphire book—it won’t be my last. Once I started, I couldn’t put it down and finished within a few hours.
I was hooked from the first page. It’s dark, captivating, and a little bit shocking. I wasn’t expecting that kind of tradition.
I enjoyed this book and can’t wait for The Vendetti Queen.
First book by Sapphire Knight and it won’t be the last! Holy Hotness is all I have to say when it comes to this book!! You will need a fan to cool off the melting ovaries. This book will keep you hooked from beginning to end. I can’t wait to read the next book.
This book is some dirty, twisted, sexy, mind-f###ing $hit. If you love a gritty mafia romance with a hot badass alpha, get ready for more than you bargained for…
Ruthless and raunchy
Hang on to your panties ladies, this book is going to melt them literally right off of you!
Matteo is the oldest son of the Vendetti’s and as such he is about to step up as Capo, taking the reigns from his father who is retiring. However, he needs to take a wife and secure their bloodline with a child. His father arranges a marriage with Violet and allies two enemy families. But after the wedding, things take a turn and start heating up