This book is a fresh new take on a mafia romance with the two MC's being female. I was intrigued to read about how this would all play out but unfortunately this one was a bit of a miss for me. The book starts off with the two MC's getting together very quickly and instead of building the romance, the story takes place around them trying to stay together despite the circumstances. I feel like this left a lot of buildup and tension out of the book and therefore didn't really hold my interest and I wasn't as invested in the characters. This one ended up just being ok for me.

The audiobook narrators Kelly Burke, Stephanie Cannon did a good job and I appreciated the fact that their voices were distinct as it made it easy to discern which character they were.

Thank you to NetGalley and Bookouture Audio for access to the ALC in exchange for an honest review.

OMG I love that there is a book like this! The feminism in this book is so high!
And a gay woman mafia book, yes indeed!

For me, personally, I like a slow burn, and this was a hot on flame! But for the love of romance-smut this was great! And who don't like a retelling of "Romeo and Juliet"

Brava! I have enjoyed all of Kristen’s books, but this one is her best so far and definitely my favorite. The story is well written in a two person perspective that flows well and is so addictive. I didn’t want to put it down. It has the elements I enjoy; sapphic characters, a great plot, intrigue, gripping, heat and spice, family dynamics, and well developed characters. All contained in a book with a sexy cover!

Rowan and Juliet (love the play on Shakespeare here) are the daughters of two rival mob bosses in Boston.Their attraction to each other is intense and their connection must be hidden. Rowan is second in command in her father organization and he has arranged for her to marry the daughter of another crime family to join their families, but she does not love her. Juliet is home on break from college, staying with her Irish father and Italian mother. Unlike Rowan, she is not part of the inner working of her father’s organization.

As their feelings for each other grow they will be tested by the rivalry of their families. As Rowan’s father targets Jules’ family their bond becomes even stronger and they are faced with the difficult decision to stand against their fathers.

This book was a great ride that left me wanting more. Rowan and Jules were both easy to like and root for. I also liked Jules mother and their relationship dynamic. I have a feeling I will read and listen again! I would give it more than 5 stars if I could.

The narrators did a great job of bringing Kristen’s story to life. I loved it just as much as the ebook. It kept my interest even though I had already read the arc last month. I highly recommend listening to this yummy story to even more fully immerse yourself into the experience
Thank you to NetGalley and Bookouture