This book is utter perfection & I devoured every delicious second of it! And the things this man does, oh my Lord...🤌💋🥵🔥 I would give this 10 f'n ⭐️'s if I could. Here's the deets...
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Story begins with Nero running from the cops & ending up on Paytons patio. He proceeds to casually sit down on her couch, eat the popcorn she made herself, & watch the wizard of oz movie she had on. What?! 🤦♀️ When he finally leaves, he tells her “Keep your doors closed, Payton. Leaving them open could be seen as an invitation.” Then he proceeds to wait outside her apt until she locks the deadbolt behind her. Seriously had me rolling 🤣
The backstory of Payton's horrific & heartwrenching past had me curled up ready to ball my eyes out. What her own mother & her stepfather made her go through is despicable. Honestly, had me wanting to do indescribable things. 🤬 Even though Nero knows he should let her go, he can't get Payton off his mind & quickly becomes obse**ed with her. Nero knows he's not a good man, he's brooding & possessive & completely unh**ged, but d*mn I can't help but love him! 🫶 He will do anything, & I mean ANYTHING, to keep her safe. Touch her & ☠️ The way these two were made for each other is clear as their chemistry 🔥 right off the pages. And the knee kicking, side hurting lmao banter throughout this book is to ☠️ for. I absolutely loved all the characters. Beautifully written, could not put this book down. Go read it, like right now! Shoo!
FAV QUOTES/SCENES:
He just…lowers himself onto the couch. My couch. Beside me. Once again, my mouth opens with nothing coming out. What is he doing? What is happening? “I love this movie,” he says, almost to himself. What. In. The. He🏒🏒. Is happening?
“What’s his name?” His voice is still quiet, but it’s also different. A little menacing. “Wh-whose name?” His head tilts, and it reminds me of the nature channel when they show a wild animal sta*king its prey. “The man who laid his hands on you. Tell me his name.”...“Break the rules for me, Sweet Girl. Put yourself first and give me a name.”
My fingers tighten their grip. I want to see her. Stay put, idiot. It’s bad enough that King is in there. Then she smiles at King, I shove my door open. Those smiles are mine. I have one leg out of the vehicle before I stop myself. Get your sh*t together, man! Cursing aloud, I pull my leg back and shut the door.
“This is your one chance, Payton.” His voice is rougher than I remember. The deepness of it filling the room. “Your one chance to make the right choice. The only time I’ll let you tell me no.”
“The time to run is over, Baby. Now it’s time to give.”
“I’m not staying,” he mutters it this time. He sounds so resigned, even as he does the opposite of what he just said, and I almost laugh. Nero drops onto his back, shifting the pillow, lifting his head and sm*cking it back down against the lumpy cotton, trying to get comfortable. With one final sigh, he stretches his arm out in my direction. “Come f'ing cuddle with me.”
“I’m real, Sweet Girl.”
“I’m not a good man, Payton. Don’t ever forget that. I’m trying to keep my distance for you. Because I don’t want to be the one to ruin you.”...“You shouldn’t trust me. But I’m asking you to anyway.” Nero presses his nose to my hair and inhales. “I’ll lie, and cheat, and steal, and k*ll, and do whatever I need to do to protect you. But I’ll never lie to you about who I am.”
If Payton wants to play in my world, then we’ll f'in play.
“I’ll only ever make love to you.”... “And I’ll gladly k*ll for you. As many times as it takes.”
“You’re crazy,” I breathe...Nero bends over me, putting our faces an inch apart. “For you, I’m f'ing certifiable.”
“I would dig my own heart out of my chest before I’d hurt you.”
“If I decide I’m too good for Taco Bell, put a pew pew in my brain and end my misery.
“The villains always have more fun.”
“What’s mine is off limits. You’re mine. And people need to understand the consequences of what that means.”
“There’ll be no secrets between us, Payton. No lies. No half-truths. If you ask me, I’ll tell you. And if I ask you, you tell me.”
“It was always going to be you.”
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“You know,” he says, when he sees where I’m looking. “Cinderella only left one shoe behind.” I fight my embarrassment by rolling my eyes. “Yeah, and Prince Charming didn’t break into her home to find her.” Nero grins. “The villains always have more fun.”Highlighted by 7,620 Kindle readers- “What’s his name?” His voice is still quiet, but it’s also different. A little menacing. “Wh-whose name?” His head tilts, and it reminds me of the nature channel when they show a wild animal stalking its prey. “The man who laid his hands on you. Tell me his name.”Highlighted by 6,786 Kindle readers
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A Gripping Mafia Romance That Will Keep You Hooked
Nero by S.J. Tilly was my first venture into her writing, and it delivered an unforgettable reading experience. I chose to immerse myself by both reading the Kindle edition and listening to the audiobook, and it was a decision I don’t regret. The story introduces Nero, a ruthless yet charismatic mafia leader, whose chance encounter with Payton sparks a connection neither expected. Payton, scarred but resilient, is determined to move forward from her past. Their worlds couldn’t be more different, yet their chemistry leaps off the page. Nero’s darkness meets Payton’s light, creating an emotional and captivating dynamic that had me invested from start to finish. S.J. Tilly skillfully weaves intrigue, romance, and spice into this mafia romance. The tension and passion between Nero and Payton keep the pages turning, while the plot provides a rollercoaster of emotions and surprises. Nero sets the tone for what promises to be a thrilling series with The Alliance. It’s a must-read for fans of mafia romance, offering the perfect blend of action, drama, and heat. Whether you choose to read or listen, you won’t be disappointed! Favorite Quote: “You know,” he says, when he sees where I’m looking. “Cinderella only left one shoe behind.” I fight my embarrassment by rolling my eyes. “Yeah, and Prince Charming didn’t break into her home to find her.” Nero grins. “The villains always have more fun.” Trigger Warning: Please visit the author’s website for a list of potential triggers before diving into this story.
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