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Light My Fire: A Dark Mafia Romance (Mafia Kingdom Book 1) Kindle Edition
He saved me from war.Fed me when I was in too much pain to eat.
Smuggled me and my family into America when it became too dangerous to stay.
But, Nico didn’t flee with us.While I began elementary school in the United States, he was building the greatest and toughest Mafia of the century.
The Mafia Shqiptare.
Nico is now King of all underground trades.
Sexy. Aggressive. Brilliant.
After years of nothing but silence, he’s back in my life,
Ready to do whatever it takes to bring me into his universe.
He isn’t leaving until he takes me with him.
- LanguageEnglish
- Publication dateSeptember 30, 2019
- File size3.5 MB
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Jessica Ruben
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Jessica Ruben lives and works in New York City, where she spends her days dominating in the court room as an attorney. Come nightfall, she writes romances centering on gorgeous alpha males and the intelligent women who love them.
Jessica is an insatiable reader, and will devour a few books a week without batting an eyelash. Books have always been her drug of choice, and she has no plans on detox anytime soon. She has three wildly delicious children and a husband who, for reasons unimaginable to her, loves her brand of crazy.
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"My new favorite Jessica Ruben book! Light My Fire reaches into your chest and stops your breath, not letting go until the very end. A steamy read with rich characters and intrigue, Light My Fire will stay with me."- Author Ginger Scott
"Light My Fire is the definition of PERFECTION! It was utterly addicting and unputdownable. I felt all of Jessica Ruben's words coursing through my veins! This book is a visceral and addicting start to a new series!"- Keeana Estrada, Bookalicious Babes
"It gets all the stars, gives all the feels, and leaves you with a book hangover you won't forget!"- Sarah Norris
"The elation and headiness I still feel this morning after I finished this one up yesterday is why I read folks!! This was Mafia Romance perfection!!"- BookHavenBookBlog
"Light My Fire has been my most anticipated read of the year, and Jessica Ruben totally smashed it!!"- Lucie Lu's Book Reviews
"This was such an unexpected and fresh take on mafia romance! While I love a good Irish or Italian mob story as much as the next #romancereader, it was so refreshing to read something new. I loved the cultural nuances, the palpable spark ⚡️⚡️⚡️ between Nico and Elira and all the unexpected elements that made the story come alive. "- The Quick & Dirty Bibliophile
"I can't wait for you to read this one it's so intense, dark, dangerous, action packed, complicated, spine-tingling, gripping and HOT!! You won't be able to stop thinking about Nico!"- Chele, 4 the love of books
About the Author
Jessica Ruben lives and works in New York City, where she spends her days dominating in the court room as an attorney. Come nightfall, she writes romances centering on gorgeous alpha males and the intelligent women who love them. Jessica is an insatiable reader, and will devour a few books a week without batting an eyelash. Books have always been her drug of choice, and she has no plans on detox anytime soon. She has three wildly delicious children and a husband who, for reasons unimaginable to her, loves her brand of crazy.
Product details
- ASIN : B07YLRX35S
- Publisher : JessicaRubenBooks
- Accessibility : Learn more
- Publication date : September 30, 2019
- Language : English
- File size : 3.5 MB
- Screen Reader : Supported
- Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
- X-Ray : Not Enabled
- Word Wise : Enabled
- Print length : 300 pages
- ISBN-13 : 978-1733475143
- Page Flip : Enabled
- Book 1 of 4 : Mafia Kingdom
- Best Sellers Rank: #47,630 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
- #98 in Mafia Romance
- #480 in Organized Crime (Kindle Store)
- #1,120 in Mafia Romance eBooks
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Jessica Ruben is an International and Top 30 Amazon bestselling author of contemporary romance who lives and works in New York City. She spends her days dominating in the court room as an attorney. Come nightfall, Jessica writes romances centering on gorgeous alpha males and the intelligent women who love them.
Jessica is an insatiable reader, and will devour a few books a week without batting an eyelash. Books have always been her drug of choice, and she has no plans on detox anytime soon. She has three wildly delicious children and a husband who, for reasons unimaginable to her, loves her brand of crazy.
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Customers find the book fast-paced and easy to read, with well-developed characters and strong themes of loyalty. The story receives mixed reactions, with some customers loving it while others find it lacking in proper buildup. They appreciate the connection between characters, with one review highlighting the amazing bond between Elvira and Nico.
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Customers find the book to be a wonderful and fun read, with one customer mentioning they didn't want it to end.
"...Overall, it was a fun read, a quick one, too." Read more
"...Overall it was a good book and if mafia reads are your thing then this book is for you!" Read more
"...She started it with the intensely gorgeous cover that personifies Nico 110%. Next, she educated the reader without a "boring history lesson"...." Read more
"I enjoyed this story. It was kind of a lost love/second chance romance...." Read more
Customers love the characters in the book, with one noting how the heroine remains consistent throughout the story, and another praising how the author creates a deep setting.
"...WOW great story with great characters. Nico and Elira's love is how you picture love to be, full of trust and freedom...." Read more
"...It is important to the story and her as a person. I really loved the depth of her character. Elira is complex. She's real...." Read more
"...Right from the start, the author portrays a setting so deep that you can’t pause to find out what happens next...." Read more
"...Since we’re inside the heroine’s head, it was hard to know the hero...." Read more
Customers enjoy the book's pacing, finding it fast and refreshing, with one customer noting how it immediately grabs attention.
"...Overall, it was a fun read, a quick one, too." Read more
"...It’s not really the typical Mafia story but I found it very refreshing. I love the two main characters, Nico and Elira. Very much a soulmate romance...." Read more
"Totally enjoyed this book, from the beginning to the end, kept me captivated the story had history ,dept, meaning, loyalty, Love ...." Read more
"...I liked the fact that it had some back history to the story. It was fast paced, exciting and sexy...." Read more
Customers appreciate the writing style of the book, with one customer noting it is read with ease.
"...The MMC story was well written in the beginning of the book also the FMC ...." Read more
"...The male lead Nico was better written, but the arc of the story was weak. No real feeling danger or tension." Read more
"...The book is read with ease and I just couldn't put it down. RECOMMEND." Read more
"Wow! Wow!! Wow!!! This is hands down one of the best written books I have ever had the pleasure of reading...." Read more
Customers appreciate the book's themes of loyalty and trust.
"...to the end, kept me captivated the story had history ,dept, meaning, loyalty, Love ...." Read more
"...Elira is complex. She's real. She is loyal, loving, and feisty. She holds her family in esteem, her ideals, and her self worth are important to her...." Read more
"...Nico and Elira's love is how you picture love to be, full of trust and freedom. The book is read with ease and I just couldn't put it down. RECOMMEND." Read more
"...This story was about love, loyalty, family and friendships. I would definitely recommend." Read more
Customers appreciate the connection in the book.
"...I will never let go of that amazing connection. I will dream about it at night and be jealous of it (even though I am living my own HEA)...." Read more
"...It was fast paced, exciting and sexy. I liked how Nico and Elvira reconnected, hot...." Read more
"This book was a hot fun ride. I loved the characters, their connections and the trip the book took me on. Cant wait to see what's in store!" Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the book's story quality, with some loving the love story and appreciating how it evolves, while others find it lacking proper buildup.
"...I knew I need to read that book just by reading a blurb. WOW great story with great characters...." Read more
"...I fell in love with Nico and Elira. They made an amazing ing couple." Read more
"I enjoy this book and liked it. I did feel it was a bit rushed towards the end...." Read more
"...Elira is complex. She's real. She is loyal, loving, and feisty. She holds her family in esteem, her ideals, and her self worth are important to her...." Read more
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- Reviewed in the United States on October 20, 2024Format: KindleVerified PurchaseThis was a shorter read than I normally like. The chemistry between the H and h was off the charts. I fell in love with Nico and Elira. They made an amazing ing couple.
- Reviewed in the United States on October 1, 2019Format: KindleVerified PurchaseHere's my truth: I am a Mafiawhore. It's my cross to bear. I am a complete and total addict. I do not discriminate. I am an equally opportunity mafia ho. This is my first Albanian mafia book though. I had legit first date jitters and squealed like a tween at a Shawn Mendes concert.
Jessica Ruben opened a new world for me. She started it with the intensely gorgeous cover that personifies Nico 110%. Next, she educated the reader without a "boring history lesson". Nothing about this book is a forceful learning; I actually found myself wanting to learn more. The culture, the history, the devastation all add to the vibe of the book without being a lecture. I love that Ruben recreates the environment for the reader. The hostile, unease of a war ravaged country seen through the eyes of a young girl feels real! You experience glimpses of Elira's world that highlight the differences between her and American kids. It is important to the story and her as a person. I really loved the depth of her character. Elira is complex. She's real. She is loyal, loving, and feisty. She holds her family in esteem, her ideals, and her self worth are important to her. She is a Queen.
Okay, I know I'm fangirling over Elira. I know it sounds like I want in her pants...but maybe I just love that she owns herself. As a person she is vulnerable and real while also trying to hold her own in a difficult world. Plus...she gets NICO!!!!! What's not to be jealous of!?!?!
So Nico...I will pretend that the gorgeous cover model is not in my fantasies. I can even pretend that his accent has nothing to do with the drool running down my chin. His dominance and power have nothing to do with the fact that I am practically panting typing this...NOTHING-right! (can you hear the sarcasm or should I turn it up?) No, my fangirling over the hotter than sin Albanian mafia boss is the soul connection they have. My hopeless romantic heart clung to that childhood connection like a baby calf to its mother after birth! I will never let go of that amazing connection. I will dream about it at night and be jealous of it (even though I am living my own HEA). Nico and Elira are their own brand of destiny.
I want to say that I wasn't disappointed but I am. Don't laugh! I want more. I wanted to be left hanging. I wanted Jessica Ruben to dangle the next book in the series like she did Vincent and Eve. I wanted to hate her and beg her at the same time. Light My Fire does not end on a cliffhanger. I suppose that's a good thing but I'm needy. I want more. I want a tease of what's to come. I want more dark foreboding...I want!!!!!!
So did I love this book...duh!
Do I want more...did you read the above!?!
Do I have any idea what's happening next...not a clue!
Now I want to cry! (shakes fist at Jessica Ruben- give me a clue!!!!)
- Reviewed in the United States on October 5, 2019Format: PaperbackVerified PurchaseThis book....how do I even begin? If you want a book that you can’t stop reading and is a constant page turner, THIS-IS-IT! Right from the start, the author portrays a setting so deep that you can’t pause to find out what happens next. Not only that, but the Albanaian mafia is not as discussed as say the Italian air Russian mafia’s are, so you are even more intrigued....with that being said, Jessica Ruben truly lets you understand who the main characters are as individuals, what they want, how their minds work and why they...well, I cant just give the book away ;). You need to read this NOW! Enjoy!!!!
- Reviewed in the United States on June 18, 2024Format: KindleVerified PurchaseStory was great , in the beginning,explaining how their life was. The MMC story was well written in the beginning of the book also the FMC . Then towards the end the story line went into the trash , rushed made no sense …. to many loose ends.
Plot , climax the end baada bem baada boom!!!!!! (Meaning end of story was rushed).
- Reviewed in the United States on October 1, 2020Format: KindleVerified PurchaseI enjoyed the history and information about Kosovo, the Albanians, and Serbs. I was so interested in the characters and their story, i read it in one sitting. At first Nico's love for Elira was weird bc of their age difference, but when we hear his explanation I had one of those ah ha moments. Great story. I was intrigued with Darius when he was introduced, so glad his book is next. I want more of Elira's brother, I mean he's over 6ft tall and handsome...we need more!!
- Reviewed in the United States on February 19, 2023Format: KindleVerified PurchaseLoved this story of love and redemption. Throughout the book I was wondering about Nico’s point of view. Other than that I loved it and didn’t want to put it down to go to sleep.
- Reviewed in the United States on February 22, 2020Format: KindleVerified PurchaseI enjoyed this story. It was kind of a lost love/second chance romance. Elira and Nico are pretty electric and it was beautiful to have their relationship unfold like it did. However, when you mention "mafia", I figured there would be more action to it. This was a sweet rekindling of two people. I guess that was my only disappointment but it didn't kill the story...see what I did there?
Anyways, I was delighted in this book and am curious about more coming from this world.
- Reviewed in the United States on March 26, 2022Format: KindleVerified PurchaseI enjoy this book and liked it. I did feel it was a bit rushed towards the end. It spent a lot of time developing the main character that the conflict/plot came out of nowhere and were quickly resolved. Would have enjoyed it more had it been more fleshed out. Overall still a good read and I loved the fmc sarcastic attitude.
Top reviews from other countries
- TrinaReviewed in Canada on April 4, 2025
5.0 out of 5 stars amazing!
Format: KindleVerified PurchaseREAD THIS BOOK! So well written, you’ll fall in love with the characters. The author really took the time to paint us a beautiful story. You’ll laugh…cry and and don’t get me started on the chemistry between the two main characters….hot!!! Definitely looking forward to reading more of her books!
- Zoe McLaughlinReviewed in the United Kingdom on February 18, 2022
5.0 out of 5 stars fireworks!
Format: KindleVerified PurchaseI love a food mafia romance! This is so easy to read whilst still keeping you captured. If you want hotness, emotion with a side of action this is a must.
- BeksReviewed in Australia on February 4, 2020
5.0 out of 5 stars What a roller coaster of emotions
Format: KindleVerified PurchaseI loved this story! It seemed weird at first but once you get into their past and work into their present, the love and tribulation you experience along side them, makes for an amazing love story filled with adventure and a feeling of meant to be. 5 stars from me and I can’t wait for the rest of the series to keep learning about the other characters that are interwoven
- KCReviewed in Australia on April 29, 2020
4.0 out of 5 stars Captivating read
Format: KindleVerified PurchaseLoved it. Is there a date that the next one will be published 🥺
- No Book BehindReviewed in the United Kingdom on December 1, 2020
4.0 out of 5 stars Good Mafia Romance
Format: KindleVerified PurchaseVery good read, kept me interested, and yet there was something missing…. Something that would hinch me more into it, more passion & that great chemistry between Elira & Nico, characteristic for mafia romances. Two soul mates that know each other basically all their lives, separated by war, finding each other back years later.
Overall I enjoyed reading it.