Wow.

Just when I thought I couldn't love my main book boyfriend more, Alessandro swoops in and steals the show.

I honestly wasn't quite sure what to expect when I started Not Mine to Keep but it absolutely did not disappoint. Sahin introduces some new characters, lets us visit with old ones, and packs in the action/suspense. The amount of detail and research that have gone into this book is mind blowing.

Alessandro and Callie's relationship may have started unconventionally and out of necessity, but their chemistry is undeniable from the very beginning. Alessandro comes off as cold and calculated where Callie is sweet and sassy. Their character and relationship development throughout the book is on point.

5+stars! I wish I could give more stars! This book is such a twist of emotions you will not put it down! Every time I swear it was my favorite, but this book took the top!

Another 5 star read - how does Brittney Sahin's writing keep getting better and better?!?!
Alessandro is smart, solid, sexy, sensitive, and sure that he will never love again. Enter Callie who is strong, stunning, sunny, and spirited with a sprinkling of sassiness that is immediately endearing and Alessandro it thrown completely off his game. While battling their feelings and the mafia, these two come together on an adventure that is engaging (literally!) from the first page to the very last word. Can be read as a stand alone or as part of The Costa Family series.

I love how the characters are so well developed... the detailed way they are described physically, you can visually see them as you're reading, everything down to their quirks & idiocycracies... it's no wonder people love Brittney's books. (Even before Brittney selects a model for her muse)

I really like seeing the actual text messages with emoji adding additional character & and humor, oftentimes times to the storyline, showing the character's personality.

I love the chemistry between Alessandro & Calliope and how they try to fight it, and yet torment each other; fighting the obstacles until finally surrendering to their feelings for each other. I also really like the development of Izzy & Hudson, leaving you guessing & wanting for more. And the teaser for Constantine, oh boy....

I absolutely loved Alessandro & Calliope's book & I can't wait for the release of Izzy & Hudson's book!!

let me say even tho i gave it 3 stars
loved the read
every piece has good
had some parts that was a no for me
but even for those recommend

Allesandro and Calliope's story is an amazing read from start to finish. The action, heart, storyline, characters, and her amazing ability to transport you into the story, combine to make this one of Brittney Sahin's bet books yet!

While this book CAN be read as a stand-alone, I would highly recommend beginning your read with Until you Can't, and Let Me Love You as there is an overlaying story arc throughout. (Each book has its character's HEA)

Ah Britney you have done it again! I absolutely love Alessandro and Calliope’s story. It was hot and steamy and sweet and lovely all rolled in to one, with twists and turns to keep us on our toes. I loved the crossover with the Dublin nights guys (off to re-read now as I have missed those hot Irish fellas!) also love Ella popping in there too. I love how everything just fits in when in Britney’s world. Can’t wait for Hudson and Izzy- I just know the steam will be off the charts!

Love it!
Wow, another wonderfully written book by Brittney Sahin. I absolutely loved Alessandro & Calliope uniquely crafted romance.

Another absolutely fabulous story by Brittney Sahin! The character development is thorough and believable. You will fall in love with Alessandro and Callie, both individually and together. Their chemistry sizzles and there are definitely some "fan your self" steamy parts. And, every time I think I have a "Brittney Sahin book boyfriend", she writes a new story and I have a new one. Alessandro is the perfect combination of "broken", "bad", and a "teddy bear". The story has plenty of suspense and some plot twists that keep you surprised and dying to keep reading. Perfection! I have a book hangover. You will not be disappointed with this book and will definitely have a hard time putting it down. Now, just waiting for the next book in the series.

Ah, the Costa brothers ❤️. . In Not Mine to Keep (2nd book in the series) we meet Alessandro Costa, confirmed bachelor and ladies man who is about to meet his match! Callie is everything Alessandro didn’t know he was looking for. Their slow burn eventually ignites with passion along with intrigue, suspense, mafia, HEA, and the appearance of some old friends!

Brittney knows how to weave a tale. She hooked me by the first chapter! I have read all of her books (some multiple times), and I am always amazed at her attention to detail. The twists and turns always have purpose and you are left feeling satisfied yet eager for the next book. You don’t need to read previous books to enjoy this one, however it is delightful to be reunited with characters from her other books as well as feeling like you have “inside knowledge” about these old friends. So here’s to friends, old and new, and the wild ride Brittney takes us on with them.

Enjoy! I did received an ARC of this book. I now patiently await Hudson’s and Constantine’s books!

With absolute pleasure of being an ARC for Brittney again, she just continues to outdo herself.
The storyline is bloody brilliant, and I just love how she always connects the characters with others from her series.
Her main people always have a certain way about them, yet they are all so very different. They each have a story to tell in their own way and you can not help but be drawn in by their personalities and fall deeply head over heals for both the male and female leads.
Every HEA story usually can be predicted, but Brittney just has this way about her writing that you have to keep turning the pages and reading as fast as you can, but slow enough because you don't want the story to actually end and all the while keeping you on the edge of your seat with the possibility that it may not be the HEA that you are expecting.
I adore Alessandro and Calliope and the way he loves her is just the sweetest love. I'm so glad he let his pain go and allowed himself to be loved back.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I’m such a big fan of Brittney Sahin. She has written another must read. Alessandro and Calliope have great chemistry and heat up the pages. I won’t spoil who they are, but I love that we get a glimpse of characters from some of Brittney’s other books. I’m already excited for the next book about one the Costa family siblings and to see what new adventures this author takes them on.

This book was amazing! Loved the vibe between Alessandro and Calliope - their banter was great and you could feel the tension as they went back and forth. The crossover with characters from other books is always nice as well. I wasn’t able to put this one down!! Brittney’s writing is detailed, builds out the character development and makes you feel like you are part of the story. I love how she slowly teases the next story throughout too. Can’t wait for Hudson’s story next!

Holy crap was this book 🔥🔥🔥. A roller coaster of a ride this book puts you through the ringer with all of the emotions. Alessandro and Callie were the best characters and were just perfect for each other. I can't even with how incredible this one was. Once again Brittney kills it!!!!!

This is another amazing book by an amazing author. From the beginning your enthralled by Alessandro. Why is he doing what he is about to do for ex-friend from his early years. He is immediately taken with the heroine of the book, Calliope. The adventure you will be taken will be thrilling and keep you on the edge of your seat to see who wins. You soon discover that maybe there is so much more for Alessandro and Calliope.
Brittney weaves her books so well and you get another look at characters from her other books. If you haven't read them, then it makes you want to read them .

Alessandro Costa is a playboy billionaire who never wants to marry. However, once he meets Calliope, a school teacher and aspiring country singer, he knows he will do anything to keep her safe from her estranged mafia boss father- and everyone who wants to stop her from inheriting her father’s criminal organization.

The plan is to protect Calliope by marrying her and “pretend’ to work on producing an heir- And to keep her safe while he and his brothers hunt down the bad guys and settle some old scores. It was a temporary arrangement. She was never supposed to be his to keep.

Brittney Sahin is the Queen of Romantic Suspense. This cinematic worthy book is full of twist and turns that will keep you up reading, way past your bedtime, but will leave your heart full.

Not Mine To Keep is the story of billionaire Alessandro Costa and reluctant mafia princess Calliope DiMaggio. Thrust into a situation that they never expected, they must navigate the dark world of the Italian mafia. Sparks fly and danger lurks as they work to save Calliope from a dark future with a dangerous man and settle an old score. Success is the only option when lives hang in the balance. A story of good vs. evil.

There are some books that resonate with you and characters that stick with you. Not Mine To Keep is one of these books with two strong characters that perfectly portray the contrast of light vs. dark. This book embodies all the things you expect from Brittney Sahin, strong storyline with plot twists, suspense, action, strong secondary characters and chemistry between the MCs.

As typical of Brittney Sahin’s books, Not Mine To Keep will have you on the edge of your seat. You will be drawn in from the first chapter. This is the kind of book that you want to skip to the last chapter because you are dying to find out the ending but don’t’ want to miss any part of the book.

This is a light mafia trope with. HEA. Definitely recommend.

When you live the type of life Alessandro Costa does, there is bound to be a time you are forced to choose the lesser of two evils. One must learn that as long as there is life, there is hope. Hope that good will prevail.

Brittney Sahin's second installment of The Costa Family is a slow burn, forced proximity, mafia trope that ignites into flames. As the relationship between Calliope and Alessandro is a slow burn until they allow themselves their feelings, there is plenty of angst and action to keep you flipping through the pages at a steady pace. Those pages will have you trying to figure out what's next to come and who you can trust. As in true Sahin fashion when it starts to get too chaotic, she brings in the back up. Back up comes in the form of beloved characters from previous books. As you learn more about those characters, you are also drawn into the new supporting characters wanting to see who will become the next lead character/couple. Sahin's character development and research into places and procedures is what keeps you coming back book after book.

If you're looking for an action-packed romance with a mix of family that could be a standalone or you could binge the series, this is the book to read. 5/5, waiting on the edge of my seat to read the books to come in this series.

Not Mine to Keep (The Costa Family)
Part of: The Costa Family (2 books)
By @brittneysahin
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She's always been worth the risk.

This book has everything I want in a book. It's well written, timelines flow smoothly, the attention to detail no matter how small, and character development that takes root in your heart.

The chemistry between Alessandro Costa, a persistent bachelor, and Calliope, a history teacher and aspiring country singer, is undeniable. No matter how many times they try to deny it'll go further, mean more than it does, it's a chemistry that can't help but combust.

The encompassing theme of light vs dark keeps you guessing who's on the good guys team, who can truly be trusted. If you've read Until You Can't (Costa Book 1), you'll recognize the other family members. There are also cameos and mentions of characters from several of Ms Sahin's other books, but you do not need to have read them in advance.

Alessandro almost pushed my book boyfriend (also a Brittney Sahin MMC) off his pedestal, but he's solidly in second place. Calliope is my absolute favorite FMC. She's sweet yet spicy with a heart of solid gold. I absolutely loved this book! I'll definitely be reading it again and again and again!

I absolutely loved this book! Brittney never fails to deliver on the suspense, action, emotional angst and of course the spice! Alessandro and Calliope were just the perfect mix of push and pull with each other. I loved how they desperately fought their attraction for one another, while simultaneously supporting each other in the situation they were placed in by Calliope’s father. The emotion and chemistry between these two was palpable and leapt off the pages. The suspense and action was so well done it just sucks you in from page one. I loved seeing Alessandro’s protective side, and how he’s immediately possessive of Calliope. Seeing both of their walls come down with each other was just so emotional and heartwarming I couldn’t help but swoon. The Costa men are just amazing! Alessandro was grumpy, growly, alpha male personified with a possessive and protective streak a mile wide. Calliope was all sweet, southern sass and charm with a touch of snark that was enough to drive Alessandro crazy. This story was absolutely amazing! I love the sneak peeks we get into the future couple of the next book, ass well. Absolutely recommend this book!