Violet Vendetti was the Bottaro princess– was.She’d been betrothed to the Capo dei capi of New York, without ever knowing it.A deal made, is a deal kept, as far as the Vendetti Crime family is concerned. Nomatter that it was her father to plead for her safety offering up her hand in marriageamongst other promises. The Capo always comes to collect what is owed.Violet is swept away into a world … is swept away into a world she thought she knew, only to discover everything
isn’t what it may seem. From family traditions to deals struck, she learns exactly what
it takes to be the Vendetti queen.
This is part two in a duet. Please read The Vendetti Empire prior. This book is 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.*
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Absolutely wonderful story
The Vendetti Queen had a slow start as the first half still focused on the Vendetti tradition. And while this might be the foundation of the family, it was a bit too much for me. Fortunately, the story picked up as Violet has to deal with her family and she and Matteo consolidate their marriage. I do wish the drama with Violet’s family had been interwoven and developed more.
There are more glimpses to mafia elements and the lifestyle, yet most of them are not fully develop. The connection with Italy, the arranged marriages, and the hints to the next books were fascinating. So were the epilogues, which give more insight into Violet and Matteo as a solid mafia couple. And Matteo’s birthday present? Shockingly perfect.
After listening to the audiobook, I must say that the narrators didn’t add to the story. I understand it was a challenge because of the many characters, but the male voice was inconsistent when it had to interpret one of the younger six Vendetti brothers. Meanwhile, Violet always sounded the same even amid tragedy.
Oh my goodness was this book ever great! It’s just as hot, sexy and delicious as it’s predecessor, maybe even more so. These Vendetti men are quite something and with their Queen this Vendetti Empire is unstoppable. I wish I could give this book 10 stars, it definitely deserves it!
Second part, duet so I would suggest reading book 1 first. I loved watching Violet become the Queen she was meant to be. This book is dark and twisted and very steamy. I can’t wait to read about the other Vendetti brothers now.
Sapphire did an amazing job with this second book. This story is full of dominance and passion and the hotness oh boy there’s plenty of that. We get to see Violet grow and Matteo and her as a team. I also got to listen to the audio book and I loved listening to every page it was like bringing that character’s to life the two of them did a fantastic job with the narration of the story. If you have a chance i defiantly suggest getting the audio book you won’t be disappointed. I can’t wait to read or listen to the next book in this series.
Love mafia books. Love audiobooks. Love awesome writing and amazing chemistry but, I especially love Sapphire’s books. Can’t wait to read more books by this super talented author.
An extraordinary, invigorating, and passionate journey to go on with the Vendetti family. Sapphire Knight is an outstanding storyteller, who pulls you in from the beginning, keeps you on the edge of your seat, by the end your heart is melted. I couldn’t get enough of Matteo and Violet, in this book they grow and mature, they learn to work together rather than against one another, it was a beautiful thing to watch (read about). Matteo is still the embodiment of a Mob Boss, gruff, dark, and dominant, but with a little bit of a softer side when it comes to his queen. This book was everything and then some when it comes to a Mafia story. I truly enjoyed this story. Can’t wait to read what comes next from Ms. Knight.
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This book is like no other. It’s the perfect story for Vendettis. I loved the action and romance weaved throughout. Violet is strong and amazing, I absolutely adore her, along with the other characters.
I love seeing other books by this author tied into this one as well, even if it’s only briefly mentioned.
I definitely recommend this duet!
This is the Part 2 of an extremely hot and sexy book by author Sapphire Knight. The first book, The Vendetti Empire (which I HIGHLY suggest you read first) set us up to flow right into this book. BUT if you have not read book one don’t worry you will be be able to pick up most of the storyline.
This book is more about the Queen or Violet but oh yes don’t worry we do get the 7 hottest men on the planet as well. Be warned this book is a scorcher with a heat index of scoville scale of the highest! Hawt and dark but oh my stars what an read that I could not put down once I started it. I am so looking forward to more from these Italian mobsters and their and Queen.
Sapphire Knight released the perfect conclusion to The Vendetti Empire. Matteo and Violet’s relationship evolves into something neither of them expected. The Queen wears the crown and Violet is ready to rule the Empire. The Vendetti’s are powerful and addictive and you will be left wanting even more than what you’ve been given.