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Beautiful Lies: MM paranormal mafia romance (Mafia Graves Book 1) Kindle Edition

by Charlotte Brice (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.1 out of 5 stars 202 ratings

Aspen needs this one last score to be free, but breaking into the mafia volt might be the last thing this fae ever does.

Blackmailed and threatened, Aspen’s Robin Hood crew have only one option. To retrieve a mysterious gem from the darling mafia.

As a darkling, Leon appears human to most, but his darkling energy blast sets him aside as one of the most powerful of his kind. He doesn’t take kindly to thieves, but one look at the captured fae, and his mind is turned.

He wants Aspen more than anything else. But his father insists he must marry.

With impossible restrictions set on them by Leon’s father, the pair try to make their attraction into something more, but Aspen’s past catches up with him and Leon is forced to decide whether he goes against his father's wishes or abandons his little lamb to the same fate as his murdered team.

When faced with losing everything, will Leon risk it all for love?

Find out more about the unique species of darklings in this dark mafia romance.

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    Mafia Graves
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  5. Publication date
    November 6, 2020
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I've read a few of Charlottes books now. She has been my intro to the MM genre, and oh my her work is delicious. She writes relationships beautifully, and the sex smuttily. Her characters are plagued with self doubt, their salvation found in the love of others. Beautiful Lies as a stand-alone is a fabulous hea, but as a series I just can't wait to see where Aspen and Leon go next as we delve further into their Demon world. 5* Smutty Book ReviewsAspen has to pull one last job to wipe all debts but stealing from the demon mafia is a one way ticket to hell. When Aspen's past catches up with him there is nothing Leon won't do to save him, just don't be the fool standing between a raging demon and his little fae. I can't wait for the next instalment in this series, it had me hooked from the first page. 5* Crazy Pink Irish ReviewerThe book really kept me on my toes. I really did not know what was coming next. I loved the world building and the demon hierarchy made it so easy to understand everything. The way this book delves into the whys and hows of all the characters minds and relationships is fascinating to read. They are not what you would expect, at all. 4* Mrs R

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This book is intended for readers over the age of 18.
This is a paranormal fantasy, including scenes of sex. It also containssome scenes of mm.

It is written in British English, by a British author, and the spelling,terminology and grammar is edited accordingly.
This book is a work of fiction and any similarity to any vampire livingor dead is entirely coincidental. Unless you have offended the author in a pastlife, in which case your effigy may be brutally murdered within these pages.
Did I mention my dry sense of humour?
You have been warned.


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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B08JHG4YNF
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Charlotte Brice
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  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ November 6, 2020
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1.9 MB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
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  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 268 pages
  • Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Book 1 of 3 ‏ : ‎ Mafia Graves
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.1 out of 5 stars 202 ratings

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Charlotte Brice started writing at the age of thirteen, when her handwriting looked like a drunken spider tried to navigate its way across the page. Practicing her handwriting got a lot more interesting when her gran gave her two Rawhide books, and her imagination took over.

Charlotte is left-handed and can lick her own nose. She lives in England with her husband, and many animals, four of them human. Attack chickens, confused dragons, and moving rocks make up the majority of the menagerie. We can't expect much better from someone who studied fruit flies during her animal science degree and then qualified as a vet.

She remembers those days fondly, when putting her arm up a cow's bottom and socks on emus' heads was her kind of normality. Now her head is filled with tentacles and schizophrenic phoenixes.

Keep up with Charlotte’s slightly psychotic menagerie of men and magnificent worlds on her website.

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Customers find the book's storyline engaging, with one noting it offers a unique take on the mafia trope. Moreover, they appreciate the great characters, readability, and writing style. Additionally, the world-building receives positive feedback, with one customer describing it as a "totally unique world."

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Customers love the storyline of the book, with one customer noting it offers a unique take on the mafia trope.

"I haven’t read many books by the author, but her stories tend to hook me in. Her dry sense of humour and great writing style is amazing!..." Read more

"...I was pleasantly surprised to find a very unique story with characters that sucked me in from the start...." Read more

"...I like the story/plot but it was not executed well...." Read more

"...While the story was enjoyable without it, I felt a little disappointed in the ending that we got." Read more

5 customers mention "Character development"5 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the character development in the book.

"...They have sizzling hot chemistry!!! From the start!!! Great side characters, storyline and pacing. I’m ready for the next one 💛..." Read more

"...I like the story/plot but it was not executed well. The characters are sweet and likeable but things just don't mesh and sometimes the story felt..." Read more

"...Well written, great characters and world building. I highly recommend this book...." Read more

"I love how real the characters are in this story. Obviously not the paranormal part, lol, but how genuine they are...." Read more

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Customers find the book to be a really great read, with one customer describing it as thrilling.

"...By the time I reached 20% I didn’t want to put it down. It’s thrilling, sizzling hot and a bit twisted. Just how I like it...." Read more

"...The characters are sweet and likeable but things just don't mesh and sometimes the story felt like it was missing pieces...." Read more

"...It’s a really great read!" Read more

"...If you want a great MM book, this is it." Read more

5 customers mention "World building"5 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the world building in the book, with one mentioning it creates a totally unique universe.

"...I love the totally unique world that the author creates - where demons are arranged in tiers (think pyramid scheme) within family and organizational..." Read more

"...But if you want complex characters, world building, and proper BDSM portrayal, then skipping this might be your best bet." Read more

"...Well written, great characters and world building. I highly recommend this book...." Read more

"...The author creates a very creative world with the demon hierarchy and I can see so many books coming from this series...." Read more

4 customers mention "Writing style"4 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the writing style of the book.

"...Her dry sense of humour and great writing style is amazing! By the time I reached 20% I didn’t want to put it down...." Read more

"...Well written, great characters and world building. I highly recommend this book...." Read more

"...I loved this!! Amazing story!! Loved the writing! Look forward to reading more from this author!!!" Read more

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  • Mariansen
    5.0 out of 5 stars wow!! love the storyline!
    Reviewed in the United States on January 30, 2023
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    I haven’t read many books by the author, but her stories tend to hook me in. Her dry sense of humour and great writing style is amazing!
    By the time I reached 20% I didn’t want to put it down.
    It’s thrilling, sizzling hot and a bit twisted. Just how I like it.
    I love Aspen from the start, and he and Leon has to figure stuff out before they start to open up about their feelings. They have sizzling hot chemistry!!! From the start!!!
    Great side characters, storyline and pacing. I’m ready for the next one 💛
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  • Guardian_angel54
    4.0 out of 5 stars Demon gangsters & orphan Fae - Nuff said!
    Reviewed in the United States on November 11, 2020
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    Ok, to be honest, I'd totally forgotten I'd preordered this book but I'm really glad that I did. I was pleasantly surprised to find a very unique story with characters that sucked me in from the start.

    Aspen is a fae that is part of a gang of misfit kids. When he ends up getting caught while stealing from a demon's vault he expects to be tortured and killed. He certainly doesn't expect the instant attraction to said demon.

    Leon is going to deal with a problem demon in his tier (like a mafia family) when he's sidetracked by the most beautiful face on the burglar that gets caught in his vault. Something about this erithreal creature captures his attention and before he knows it he's bringing Aspen into his home. What starts out as a Master/Slave dynamic quickly morphs into something neither of them saw coming.

    I love the totally unique world that the author creates - where demons are arranged in tiers (think pyramid scheme) within family and organizational units. It's completely new and yet really works. I loved how Leon stumbles along with his burgeoning feelings for Aspen while also trying to keep his family happy and deal with rival demon groups. This is one story that will keep you guessing right up to the end. I'm hooked!
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  • Mom Needs Coffee
    3.0 out of 5 stars Not sure how I feel...
    Reviewed in the United States on May 13, 2022
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    Low Angst
    Insta-lust turns insta-love immediately
    Mafia plot
    Slave/Master dynamic
    Inaccurate BDSM
    Dual first person POV

    I'm sitting in a very neutral spot right now concerning this book. I like the story/plot but it was not executed well. The characters are sweet and likeable but things just don't mesh and sometimes the story felt like it was missing pieces. Specifically, moving from one action to the other. There's never any indication of body movements or touches unless it's to gain a specific response from the reader--- in other words, our characters don't brush up against one another or tentatively grab a shirt sleeve, no tugs on hair unless it's during a BJ, sitting on laps always results in hard ons, etc etc. At one point I backtracked and reread a page because I thought I missed Leon pulling Aspen into a hug but it wasn't on page, it was just Leon's POV of Aspen reluctantly accepting affection while I wondered what affection that was. And the plot just moves, not unexpectedly, but without any meat to it. Also, the teensiest character development occurs. Aspen is just as insecure at the beginning as he is at the end but slightly less hesitant when interacting with Leon. Leon is slightly better, showing a true connection to Aspen by showing affection without needing a release at the end of it.

    The BDSM is flawed, big time. Leon is an experienced Dom but doesn't do anything he should when bringing in his new sub. No discussion at all. At all! Limits, consent, safe words - you know, basically BDSM 101 - completely missing from this story.

    Then this experienced Dom loses control during the first TWO scenes and all I could think was "no, no, no..." First of all, CONTROL is a Dom's passion so losing control not only hurts a sub, it's hurts a Dom as well. Secondly, this is why they should have had a conversation before engaging in any scenes. Even if they had a conversation afterwards, I would have felt better. The assumption is Aspen can handle anything and I absolutely hated that. Aspen being naturally submissive actually works in the author's favor here. But again, no discussion, no safe words for either men, no aftercare or attentiveness to emotional needs even as a check in. I was just really disappointed. If this had been a self discovery thing, where Leon didn't have experience but had the desire, I could have maybe granted him some room for error. Instead he was portrayed as having done this before and that made the lack of care around the scenes bothersome.

    Overall, if you're interested in insta-love, mafia, I'd-burn-the-world-down-for-you action then sure, try this. But if you want complex characters, world building, and proper BDSM portrayal, then skipping this might be your best bet.
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  • Noreah
    5.0 out of 5 stars Demon and fae! Need I say more?
    Reviewed in the United States on November 14, 2020
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    This book is unlike anything I've read since I mostly read RH romance but this doesn't mean it's not good. I am familiar with Charlotte's writing and even her men romances and this is right up on what she usually does. Well written, great characters and world building. I highly recommend this book. Aspen is a thief who gets caught in a trap and that is when Leon sees him and is caught of guard by his features. Loved it!
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  • JTorleif
    4.0 out of 5 stars The resolution didn’t fit with the lead up
    Reviewed in the United States on January 22, 2021
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    There were hints, throughout this book, about Aspen having access to some serious power that just never materialized. I was expecting something from him, especially during the climax, that showed Aspen truly being a match for Leon. While the story was enjoyable without it, I felt a little disappointed in the ending that we got.
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  • Brittany
    5.0 out of 5 stars It’s a great read!
    Reviewed in the United States on August 11, 2022
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    This book has it ALL. The plot, details, development, and spice. It’s fasted paced, but not in a, it’s over just as it’s started way. Situations are not drawn out 10+ chapters and both characters end up being pretty upfront about wanting each other. It’s not half the book spent on emotional miscommunication. It’s a really great read!
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  • EmberD14
    4.0 out of 5 stars Hiest gone wrong or maybe right?
    Reviewed in the United States on February 18, 2023
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    MM

    Demons

    Fae

    Spice:🌶🌶🌶

    Aspen and his crew of thieves are going after a gem in a demon clan's warehouse. Aspen gets caught and meets Leon, a high level demon who determines his fate.
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  • Danyelle Williams
    5.0 out of 5 stars 😍😍😍
    Reviewed in the United States on November 9, 2020
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    Ok I think I'm in love. Aspen and Leon are just so freaking cute I couldn't get enough. I love how they are each unsure but want each other with a passion. Sometimes that how relationships are when you are just starting out. But boy oh boy do they eventually find their footing.

    The author creates a very creative world with the demon hierarchy and I can see so many books coming from this series. I definitely need books from Quinn and Alex...oh and Jonah and Philip. Told you there were alot. And can we please get blake especially blake...Psychopaths need love too
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  • Maria Smith
    5.0 out of 5 stars I absolutely loved and adored this story
    Reviewed in Australia on April 14, 2022
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    My my my, what an amazingly sweet and sexy book. I absolutely devoured it!!! Charlotte Brice has outclassed other authors in the mm category. I was absolutely blown away with this book.
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  • Alice_Joan03
    1.0 out of 5 stars Couldnt finish
    Reviewed in Germany on November 24, 2020
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    This was definitley not romance and im not a fan of the MC being harmed or killed by a potential love-/lust-interest. This was horrible
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  • s4r4hlou31
    5.0 out of 5 stars Well writen
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 4, 2021
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    This book wasnt what I usually go for but it was very well written, I dont like to give away to much of the plot as I dont like to know myself . Its a demon mafia style book the story is based around a demon mafia bosses son an his pet that is a fae , its m m so if your into that its a fab read as I said not my thing usually but I did enjoy it so much so that im about to read the next one .
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  • Jodi
    5.0 out of 5 stars Hot as hell! No joke!
    Reviewed in Canada on November 25, 2020
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    Wow this one is hot as hell. No cap! This took me on a journey that blew my mind, to laughing my butt off and then to fanning myself and checking to see if other people knew what I was reading. Another really amazing MM masterpiece by CB. I’m seriously crushing on Aspen and can’t wait to see how this series unfolds.
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  • Mrs R
    4.0 out of 5 stars Dark mafia m/m romance
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 6, 2020
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    This is book 1 of the series, please note that it includes m/m, bdsm and violence. It does not end on a cliffhanger.
    The book really kept me on my toes. I really did not know what was coming next. I loved the world building and the demon hierarchy made it so easy to understand everything.
    Aspen and his friends needed to pull off a big job to clear their debt, but it doesn't quite go to plan. Leon is a high ranking demon and takes an instant like to Aspen.
    The way this book delves into the whys and hows of all the characters minds and relationships is fascinating to read. They are not what you would expect, at all.
    The ending felt a little rushed. But you will not be disappointed.
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