“There is “alpha” and then there is LUCA”– Crazy Chaotic Book BabesWhat do you do when all the wrong choices are the only ones that feel right? You sin. Luca King married out of responsibility. Out of duty. But once Gretchen Andrews crawls under his skin, all bets are off. Will she give in and be damned, or hold on and wait for heaven?LucaI’m a powerful man who’s never refused. Not in my world. … heaven?
Luca
I’m a powerful man who’s never refused. Not in my world.
Not until I met Gretchen.
She’s brought me to my knees with every look. Makes me question every single truth I’ve believed. Gretchen’s become a complication in the middle of a dangerous game.
Because while I’m trapped in a marriage of inconvenience, Gretchen’s trapped in my thoughts.
I want what I shouldn’t. A woman that a man like me doesn’t deserve.
But Gretchen’s the woman I never knew I needed. The only woman I want. My true equal.
I’m going to devour every single gorgeous part of her body until she whispers my name like a prayer. And strip away every doubt until she sees I’m the only one. We’re a sin so explosive the fallout may be deadly. But it’s worth the risk.
Because Gretchen Andrews has done the one thing no woman ever could
….made me love her.
USA Today Bestselling author, Trilina Pucci, brings you a mafia novel with a corrupt marriage, single dad, and true love that two people are willing to fight for to ensure their happily ever after.
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OMFG!!! YES!! YES!!! YES!! Trilina Pucci Did It Again!! WORSHIP grabbed me by the horns and Never let ME Go!! I devoured this book way into the wee hours of the night!!
I guarantee you that Worship will Have your Jaw Dropping several times with Heartwreching Aches and pains!! Luca and Gretchen’s storytelling is So much Adventure and Passion that the Sexual chemistry between the two characters are Off the Charts Hot and Entertaining at the same time!
You will be memorized by their friendship and wanting to Throw your Tablet across the room at times with their stubbornness. But once they realize that their sexual gravity pull will Never go away…they surrender to themselves.
Worship continuously BLEW ME AWAY with the Suspenseful Surprises and there’s never a Dull moment page after page. It was Beautifully Written and such a Rollercoaster ride of Epic proportions!
YOU NEED THIS BOOK IN YOUR LIFE and TRUST ME….YOU WILL DEFINITELY WANT TO KEEP LOOKING OUT FOR TRILINA PUCCI!! Her WORLD of WORDS are to be Cherished and they Intrigued you for her Next Book you Want to keep Reading!! She has a FAN FOR LIFE!!
“Qualunque cosa stia succedendo tra di noi non è nulla che mi sia mai aspettato, ma non so come smettere di volere che ciò accada. Mi fai sentire debole, Gretchen, e non sono sicuro di cosa fare al riguardo.”
Whatever’s happening between us is nothing I ever expected, but I don’t know how to stop wanting it. You make me feel weak, Gretchen, and I’m not sure what to do about that.
WORSHIP
By Trilina Pucci
5
Release Daye February 3
Holy smokes! This book was fantastic! Book 2 in the Sinful series is Luca and Gretchen’s story. It was sweet and naughty all rolled into one.
“I envy every man you’ve ever loved because I wish it began and ended with me.”
“There’s nothing before or after…there’s only you.”
Gretchen, with her take no shit attitude, strong and feisty, knows her worth and Luca, with his broody, intimidating, alpha male self were a match made in heaven, hell or anywhere in between. I love how both fought their feelings ‘cause it made for an interesting dynamic in their relationship. But damn, when they finally gave in…it was like the fire in the depths of hell! Scorching! Despite Luca’s hardness the sweet and sinful side made his character so appealing.
“She’s my sun. There’s was never a point in fighting it. I orbit this woman.”
Trilina is a genius. I love how she takes the concept of religion and uses all the metaphors and comparisons to make it down and dirty.
“There are only two reasons for a man to be on his knees: prayer and pussy. And I sure as hell don’t pray.”
This series has been excellent so far and I’m sure it’s only going to get better. This book can be read as a standalone but I suggest you read book 1, It’s just so good. This book/series is a must read! 5 Stars for Ms. Pucci and Worship!
This was an amazing, steamy,angst filled book. You know the song about belonging to someone else when the right one comes along? That fits Luca and Gretchen perfectly. He is married in name only to the mother of his daughter. She wants nothing to do with sweet Ella, or Luca to be honest. She took his offer of marriage, and financial stability, but she made the mistake of cheating on him a number of times, only pissing Luca off. The sparks fly between Luca and Gretchen from the moment they meet, neither can stop thinking about the other, but the marriage things holds her both back. Luca is determined to win over Gretchen, no matter the cost.
Luca is a businessman with mob ties, and is more or less the head of his family. When his family is threatened and used against him he decides to end the feud once and for all. Problem is, he wonders once Gretchen knows the truth about him will she be able to not only forgive him, but move past it.
I loved the story, the characters, and Luca! Wow! Nothing sexier than a gorgeous,businessman willing to chase you, literally. Talk about your steamy. I want a Luca, hell we all deserve one. Trust me when I say you will love this book!
5 WORSHIP STARS!! Wow….This book is off the charts…PHENOMENAL!!
Luca, Luca, Luca, he is PERFECTION inside and out!! Luca and Gretchen are beautiful together. Their story is so intense, sexy, hot, push & pull and full of love. Trilina Pucci has written a page turning book that you can’t put down. This book is definitely a 1-Click book, so make sure to download.
Worship is book two in the Sinful series by Trilina Pucci. If you read the first book in this series, Truth, then you met Luca King, Dominic’s brother. There is no way you could meet this man and not be dying for his story. And what a story it is.
In the first book, Luca is badly beaten. We learn he has a wife, who never even visited him in the hospital but instead went straight to the lawyers to prepare in case he didn’t make it. Well, he did make it, and now he wants revenge. Luca also has an adorable six month old daughter, Ella, who is the center of his world.
Gretchen Andrews is Drew’s (from the first book) best friend. We knew there was some attraction already there the way Gretchen protected Luca when he was in the hospital. Now we see that attraction grow to something more. Even though she doesn’t know the whole story, Gretchen knows that Luca is married, and is therefore off limits. Gretchen is a powerful woman at work as director of marketing at Cohen Management. But when she is around Luca, she is powerless. The pull, the chemistry, is all consuming.
“She’s starting to feel like something inevitable, as if no matter how hard I try to avoid what’s set in motion, we will happen.”
I loved the way these two started. They became friends. They slowly got to know one another. They fell in love. But there is so much that Gretchen doesn’t know about Luca. She doesn’t know all the dark sides to his world. She doesn’t understand what she’d be signing on for if she was with him.
“It’s as if everything he’s made of was made for me.”
Luca can’t keep the dark side of his life separate from Gretchen forever. They were so new, they weren’t ready, when everything was revealed.
This book pretty much blew my mind. I wasn’t prepared for Luca, for how he would make me feel. Luca has all the words, ladies. ALL of them. This man could melt glaciers with his words. In Gretchen, he truly had met his equal and I think this was the hardest for him. She challenged him constantly. I didn’t even know that I needed this book right now but I really did. It’s dark and gritty while at the same time, sweet and swoony. Luca is just everything, and I couldn’t get enough of him.
In the next book, Depraved, you will meet the next brother of the King family, the brother they didn’t even know they had until recently, Dante. I can’t wait to get his story. Trilina Pucci truly has me hooked.
“I wanted to possess her, but it’s her who’s possessed me.”
“Let me worship you.”
It’s time to worship at the temple of Luca! This man will consume you in all the best ways!
Luca is married and has a little girl. However, things aren’t always what they seem to be.
Gretchen was drawn to Luca but you can’t want a married man. She has to make a decision between what she needs or what she wants. But what if they become one and the same?
Sexual tension you could cut with a knife! This story is incredibly Hot!!! Doing the “right” thing has never been more of a challenge. When you find your person…the one you connect with on another level…you never want to let them go. But what if they are not yours to take?
This story hooked me from the beginning. The chemistry between Luca and Gretchen smoldered! Luca was possessive and dominant, yet romantic and willing to bend when it came to Gretchen. There was only way for this story to end…with forever! Who could resist a man who whispers his love in Italian? We all need some Luca in our life!
3.5 Luca Stars!
Sizzling. That’s the chemistry between Luca King and Gretchen Andrews.
Luca King is so broody and mysterious but with that underlying goodness he doesn’t let everyone see. He straddles that line between good and bad. His sweetness shows for his daughter Ella. There is no doubt he is swoon-y.
Gretchen Andrews is fierce both in her love for her friends and Luca but he is just out of her reach. They are so good for each other you can’t help but want them together and rage at the unfairness of what’s going on around them.
With the underlying mafia spin and the romantic Italian phrases, Worship is another great story in the Sinful series.
Phew…. I just finished reading Worship and it is so much more than I was anticipating. This man – Luca – he’s powerful, intimidating, possessive, but also passionate, loyal and protective. He’s torn between a dark past that he does not know how to let go of and a bright future with his angel, Gretchen. She is Everything!!! Smart, sassy, driven, fearless And uninhibited She is the perfect match for Luca…and they definitely light the fire and watch it burn. Their story is intense and passionate, and so raw and tender at the same time. When these two show their vulnerabilities to the other it will shatter you in the best possible way. You Need This Book! 5 HOT AND STEAMY STARS!!!!
Prepare yourself dear Ladies because another of the King brothers came to steal your hearts! After reading the first part in the series I thought that no one would be able to live up to Dominic but Luca decided to prove to me how wrong I was… Worship is a damn sexy book, full of angst, unrestrained lust and strong and fierce feelings. And even though Luca and Gretchen’s journey to happy ending is very bumpy it’s worth every turn!
Luca is stuck in a marriage that he made to do the right thing, but as it turns out, it brings only problems and disappointment. The only good thing about it was his little daughter Ella, for whom Luca would do anything. But as soon as the man met feisty Gretchen, he knew right away that she was the woman with whom he would spend the rest of his life. But will Gretchen trust him and give him the time Luca needs to sort out his issues? Will she be able to accept his ties with the mafia?
Luca, Luca, Luca … How wonderful it would be to listen to his Italian dirty mouth. Although he is a broody man and for half the time he behaves like a total asshole, there is no chance that the reader will not fall in love with him. His love is deep and intense and his protectiveness has no limits. 100% alpha who knows what he wants and will stop at nothing to get it!
Gretchen is a type of heroine who I adore. Beautiful but also very smart. She’s also sassy and what hse gets she gives back. She knows how much she’s worth and will not be satisfied with the scraps.
Watch out, Luca King … you just met your equal!
I love everything in this book. From the taboo, through angst, to sexy moments. Trilina Pucci has created a story that will wake up all emotions in you and leave you literally red-hot.
Highly recommend!
I thought Worship was an apt title for this book. That’s exactly what I wanted to do to Luca King, the main character in this second book in the Sinful Series from Trilina Pucci. Everyone that knows me, knows I am a complete fool for a wealthy, powerful, sexy, demanding, get-what-he-wants Alpha male, especially when he has a soft spot in his heart that needs cultivating. Luca was definitely ALL THAT! I don’t think I made it even 25% into the story before I felt that overwhelming give-me-all-of-this-man feeling, like NOW! I was in good company with a super-sassy, smart, beautiful and intense female lead named Gretchen who found herself taken in by Luca’s magnetism from the first time she met him. I adored the fact that she knew her self-worth, was strong, resolute and powerful in her convictions. Their chemistry was off-the-pages HOT. Their relationship definitely brought the steam! Luca and Gretchen’s story was involved, complicated, twisted and with all kinds of power-play moments. I was glued to the pages, turning one after the other to find out just what Luca or Gretchen’s next move would be. This book had a good story flow to it, was an enjoyable, engaging read and gave me the ending I wanted. What more can a reader ask for? How about, next book please?!!!
I. FLOVED. LUCA. AND. GRETCHEN
Luca will have you swooning like a love-sick teen. If you had no interest in learning the Italian language before you read this book, trust me when I say you’ll want to devour every word of Italian once you’re done. The things Luca says to her will warm your heart and melt your panties. Man Luca is sexy
Gretchen is so badass, she is definitely one of my favorite heroines! She’s strong, honest and a force to be reckoned with. Gretchen doesn’t want to settle for anything less than being #1 in a man’s life. She’s not about to compromise that for Luca, no matter how much she wants to be with him. Her strength is one of her most attractive qualities.
The development of their relationship was fun and flirty. They become friends first, the respect and admiration they had for one another was beautiful. They were equals and I loved that about them!
The heat and sexy times between these two was positively explosive. Be ready to lose yourself in their love and lust. Don’t say I didn’t warn you.
I’m a fan, I can’t wait for more from this great author. BRAVO, Trilina!
I absolutely loved Luca!!! Seriously, this guy is beyond amazing! So unbelievably delicious, even when he was being a total jerk. And when he spoke in Italian – whoa. It didn’t matter what he said – dirty or sweet – I just loved it. Combine all that with the crazy chemistry he had with Gretchen…..those two just could not contain or hide the feelings they had with one another. Yes, he did not make things easy on them, with the complications of his past always creeping in to cause problems. But, that invisible thread that was between Luca and Gretchen kept pulling them together, even when they weren’t always seeing eye to eye. These two saw into the other’s soul, and knew exactly what the other needed and who they truly were.
“Love isn’t a lie – people are liars. Find someone to tell you the truth and you’ll find your soul mate”
Worship by Trilina Pucci is everything you’re looking for in your next book. It’s sinfully sexy, riveting, and all consuming. I read this book nearly straight through without even realizing, it’s that good. An absolute must read for lovers of high angst and dark contemporary romance! You can’t miss Worship!
One word comes to mind with Luca and Gretchen – explosive. Their connection is instant. It’s intense, it’s raw, it’s emotional, it’s tender, it’s so freaking hot! Luca is everything alpha – captivating, powerful, commanding, and completely alluring. He’s a man that gets what he wants, and let’s nothing stand in his way. Yet Gretchen is the girl Luca never saw coming. She’s intelligent, articulate, a total boss babe, and a fierce and loyal friend. Her beauty draws him in, yet it’s her heart that shakes him to his core. Gretchen knows her worth and won’t play second to anyone. Still the envy burns. Luca is a force, and no matter how hard Gretchen tries to stay away, his pull is unavoidable. Will they fight it or will the envy consume them both?
I absolutely loved this book. Worship made me laugh, it made me cry, and had me swooning from start to finish. The dialogue between Luca and Gretchen were some of my all time favorites, and the passages where he speaks Italian to her – perfection. Guard your hearts babes, I can promise you’re not ready for the magnitude of this story. Enjoy my loves xo
This book was EVERYTHING!!! Luca is the very best kind of BBF. Genuine alpha with a capital A. Gretchen is smart, witty and just the right amount of dirty. Together they are explosive. There are scenes in this book that necessitate either hubby or B.O.B – it’s that HOT!!! Trust me.
Fantastic characters, smart dialogue & deliciously sexy chemistry. Tick. Tick. Tick. Loved everything about this story. Get it on your TBR today.
“I have heart. He doesn’t.”
There is something really fascinating to read about a ruthless, broken, arrogant and dominating alpha man falling in love and finding his soft core. And Trillina Pucci has nailed it in Worship. Luca and Gretchen’s story will make you cry, swoon, sigh and feel all the things.
Luca King. To the world, he is a cold, calculating and merciless businessman. And he is also part of the shady underworld. His early life had hardened him and he no longer trusts anyone. He was forced into a sham marriage and he only cares about her daughter now. But Gretchen is making him feel everything he doesn’t. They are doomed but damn if Luca will accept it. He knows he will destroy Gretchen but he can’t back down. And Gretchen is attracted to him like a moth to the flame.
Trillina Pucci brought out the tension between them so well. The yearning of forbidden love broke my heart into pieces. The author has poured so much craving in them that I felt it inside me too. Luca King will own you in a heartbeat. This man is so perfect with his imperfections. Sweet with daughter, hard with business associates, merciless with enemies, dirty in bed, loyal to friends and one hundred percent devoted in love. Trillina Pucci detailed every facet expertly. And then we have Gretchen. A strong sassy and successful career woman, she is lonely and sad from loss. But she is exactly what Luca needs. She is a mirror, a crutch and an elevator to him. The delicious story took me through heaven and hell. I was angry and shocked sometimes. I was so turned on with all the love and passion. The twists and turns kept me on the edge of the seat.
Worship is sinful and sexy. Worship is passionate and painful. Worship is about the kind of love that thrives in struggles and conquers everything. Trillina Pucci has written an amazing and epic story. I could not put it down. And I never wanted it to end.
Received ARC for Honest Review.
”I can see why they call this place Church; everyone here is devoted to sin. It’s thick in the air, and it’s heady. I’ve been wet since the minute we walked through the door.”
Church is a place of worship, however it’s membership is exclusive. It’s where people get on their knees, trust, share, sing praise, bodies are anointed and given selflessly. We met the owners Dominic King and Luca his twin brother in Truth.
Luca is married but is drawn to Gretchen, however she deserves better than being his dirty little secret. Gretchen is the type of woman who should sit on a throne as my Queen. I have to stay away from her, but it’s not easy when we keep finding ourselves in the same place. We get along so well surely we can remain friends?
Gretchen is an independent, strong woman who knows better than to fall for a married man. She will not be able to come back from the guilt and devastation if she succumbs to Luca’s temptation. He’s persuasive and toys with her but he has a respect for her too. They both want the same thing, it’s the thrill of the chase, but it will leave her broken. What will happen when Gretchen gives Luca a final ultimatum?
Worship has an abundance of powerful, gorgeous underbelly figures. They‘re famiglia although not all are blood related. A generation of men who become a growing force while waiting for their time to strike. It’s comes down to patience and timing.
Trilina Pucci’s Worship is a must read!! After meeting Luca in Truth book one of the Sinful series I knew there was more to this character and I was right. The chemistry between Gretchen and Luca is off the charts it is sweet one minute and scorching hot the next in the best possible way!! When we meet Luca we know that he is in a loveless marriage and so sparks fly when Gretchen comes into the picture all bets are off!! If you are in the mood for an dirty talking alpha male who just happens to speak Italian and a feisty heroine who is not afraid to speak her mind than this book is for you! You will definitely not want to put this one down. Great job!
How about 10 Steamy stars for this one!! OMFG Luca is a broody alpha MF and he has met his match in Gretchen. I was barely 10% in and felt my skin getting hotter by the minute.
Damn this was a FANTASTIC read and soo much going on. I have loved this series and can’t wait for more. Oh and now I REALLY want to learn Italian because it just sound so sexy reading it and can just picture Luca saying the words to Gretchen and I melted also.
There are times I think I should add another way to rate a book by how much I might have wanted to throw my kindle because it made me mad or by how many tissues you will need because of the angst. Well this one had both on it besides the HAWT factor. Oh well you will have to see for yourself when you read it.
* A review copy was provided by the author in exchange for an honest review *
I didn’t think this series could get any better after reading Truth, but I was wrong. After reading Worship I can say this series is AMAZING!!! This book was even better than Truth and that is saying something because I loved Truth.
If these first two books in this series are any indication, this series is going to be one of my All Time favorites!!!!
Worship is the second book in Trilina Pucci’s Sinful Series. It is a complete standalone and told in Dual POV, but I would recommend reading these books in order. I say that because this storyline in this book kind of carries over from Truth. I don’t think you would be lost reading this book out of order, but I feel there are some spoilers in this book for Truth if you haven’t read it first. I loved the flow and pace of this story.
Worship is a sexy, emotional, and angsty story that will suck you in right from the beginning. I truly didn’t want this story to end. I loved both Luca and Gretchen. I thought Luca described Gretchen the best with this line…..”This woman is part supermodel and full bada$$ wrapped around a wicked sense of humor and the truth.” I felt that truly sums up Gretchen. She was amazing!!! Luca is everything you want in a HOT Italian Alpha Hero!!! I loved watching these two form a friendship before venturing into something more. Their chemistry was off the hook 😉 I thought Gretchen was the perfect match for Luca, even though their relationship was unconventional, their connection was real!!!
I loved seeing Dom and Drew in this story and seeing where their future has lead them. I also liked getting to know the other ‘brothers’. I look forward to the other books that are coming in this series!!!
Trilina Pucci has rocked my socks off with this series so far and I would 100% recommend this books to anyone who likes a great ALPHA male Hero. If you like your books angsty, raw and gritty but with an amazing love story, then these are the books for you!!!
After her debut novel, Truth, Trilina Pucci continues on the romantic mystery with book two of the Sinful series, Worship. While Truth does not necessarily need to be read in order to read Worship, it is highly recommended in order for you to fully appreciate the storyline.
Worship portrays a romance unlike any other. It discusses issues one would normally shy away from; cheating, loveless marriage, temptation and wanting something you definitely shouldn’t. With lingering darkness and BDSM link, this story is heat-seeking-missile hot with a sexy, brooding alpha to boot.
It was definitely interesting for me to read and get a proper insight into the inner workings of Luca King. Stuck in a loveless marriage, and petty enough to exact revenge on his gold-digging wife, he can’t exactly say that he regrets it considering he got a beautiful baby girl out of it. But then enters Gretchen Andrews, and all of a sudden his marriage is extra confining. Trying super hard to stay away from each other and forget the intense sexual chemistry they ignite in one another.
Such a rollercoaster ride of emotions, tension, and heartbreak. It tore me apart to watch these two struggle with their emotions with one another. And while I don’t necessarily condone cheating or affairs, I think in this instance it was justified. I loved watching these two come together as best friends and as lovers, it was a beautiful thing to witness.
There was also that lingering darkness due to the connections to the Mafia and the hint at the violence that was always there. But in my opinion, it was handled tastefully and added such personality and depth to the story. Overall, an amazing read that will have you heated up and falling in love in an instant. Definitely, recommend this book and I will be keeping an eye on all future works by this author.