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Take Me Apart (Vitale Brothers Book 1) Kindle Edition

by Brea Alepoú (Author), Skyler Snow (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.3 out of 5 stars 5,980 ratings

I have only one goal in life: Become a detective. It’s there, just out of reach, so close I can taste it. When I find out the Vitale family is about to be investigated again, I do what I do best.

Jump in head first.

There’s just one problem; Enzo Vitale. The man is red hot danger, every word a dare from his lips. And I never was one to turn away from a challenge…

But when things get rough, lies reign and deceit is around every corner. I find myself drawn to the one man I should be running from. The criminal whose hands are bathed in blood.

Am I falling for the enemy?
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  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ December 29, 2022
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  1. Brea Alepoú

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    Author Brea Alepoú writing and letting her creativity free through fun and steamy stories. With her needy majestic main coon named Bagheera at her side she writes the crazy and entertaining stories that come to her mind. She debuted with an MM contemporary but couldn't hold back her love for paranormal and fantasy. Brea found herself writing what she loved which was a little bit of everything; from harems of werewolves, to sweet love between two fated mates, or a billionaire sweeping you off your feet. 

     She believes that everyone deserves love even if not all of her characters get it right away. Love is passionate, hot, needy, confusing, painful,  fulfilling, and all-consuming.

    (PNR, Contemporary, Fantasy, Romance, Shifter Mpreg, & why choose)

    There will be a book for everyone.

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    Skyler Snow is the author of kinky, steamy MM books. Whether contemporary or paranormal you'll always find angst, kink and a love that conquers all.

    Skyler started off writing from a young age. When faced with the choice chef or author, author won hands down. They're big into musicals, true crime shows, reality TV madness and good books whether light and fluffy or dark and twisted. When they're not writing you can find them playing roleplaying games and hanging out with their kids.

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Customers enjoy this mafia romance novel for its awesome storyline and hot steamy scenes, with one customer noting it's a must-read for fans of the genre. The book features amazing characters with great banter, and customers find it well-written and fast-paced, though opinions on the pacing are mixed.

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65 customers mention "Storyline"59 positive6 negative

Customers enjoy the storyline of the book, describing it as an awesome mafia story with intrigue and excitement.

"I loved this book so much. It was the perfect dark romance and I ate it up. And it was a mxm so I loved it even more...." Read more

"...The in depth details of Enzo and Tex character, past and lives was amazing And thankfully not redundant...." Read more

"...I loved the level of details put into every scene/ scenario it made it so easy for me to sink into the story and wanting more!!..." Read more

"Enjoyable romance with a darker character. TWs for verbal and physical abuse, and for violence/torture...." Read more

43 customers mention "Readability"43 positive0 negative

Customers find the book to be a phenomenal read that's worth spending money on, with one customer mentioning they read it multiple times.

"I loved this book so much. It was the perfect dark romance and I ate it up. And it was a mxm so I loved it even more...." Read more

"Speaking as someone who loves dark romance, I ate this book up...." Read more

"...This book was a phenomenal read! It had all the things I love about mäfìä romance and MM romance all wrapped into a perfect storyline...." Read more

"...Ultimately an enjoyable read in need of some fine- tuned editing." Read more

17 customers mention "Character development"17 positive0 negative

Customers praise the characters in the book, with one customer particularly appreciating the banter between them and another noting how well they fit together.

"...Autism isn't one size fits all, and I feel his character was well thought out and each aspect of who he is in addition to his autism was blended..." Read more

"...banter between the characters but I also enjoyed being able to meet important side characters too and kinda start piecing together their importance..." Read more

"Enzo and Tex are both amazing characters. There are no easy answers for them, especially not for Tex...." Read more

"I loved this book. Not only were the characters wonderfully flawed, they were well thought out and genuinely showed how families are supposed to..." Read more

15 customers mention "Writing style"11 positive4 negative

Customers appreciate the writing style of the book, with one customer noting its snappy dialogue and another mentioning it can be read as a standalone.

"...As stated this is book one of an interconnected series that can be read as a standalone but in my opinion makes more sense reading in order to fully..." Read more

"...Not only were the characters wonderfully flawed, they were well thought out and genuinely showed how families are supposed to stand by each..." Read more

"...Sometimes the dialogue was a bit cheesy or forced, the word choices a bit clunky...." Read more

"...quite explicit in its violence, but the authors manage to make it an easy read thanks to the humor in the dialogues between the characters...." Read more

14 customers mention "Steamy content"14 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the steamy scenes in the book.

"It was fun, hot, and surprisingly great autism rep for a mafia book...." Read more

"Tex and Enzo 🥰🥰 They were spicy and cold and hot and everything I needed to get me through this week...." Read more

"...No dragging on with a boaring overload in unnecessary details. Fast and hot❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥 5+++..." Read more

"...Interesting storyline and hot steamy scenes make me crave more Vitale brothers." Read more

9 customers mention "Enjoyment"9 positive0 negative

Customers find the book enjoyable, with one mentioning its great banter and believable dialog.

"...The batter between these two was enjoyable to watch...." Read more

"...Good spicy scenes - Smooth and fun to read What I don’t care for: - It’s a little cliché (like a lot of mafia books) -..." Read more

"...Not really that much angst, fun story, fun chemistry, believable dialog. Looking forward to the next books! Great voice actor" Read more

"...It's a story. It's a book. Enjoy it for what it is. Entertainment! Don't knock a book for being 'not your typical mafia/cop romance' who cares?..." Read more

9 customers mention "Spice content"9 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the spice content of the book, with one customer describing it as "weirdly wholesome."

"I loved this book so much. It was the perfect dark romance and I ate it up. And it was a mxm so I loved it even more...." Read more

"...Good lawddd the spice in this book was spicin the jalapeños were definitely pinoin!!..." Read more

"Tex and Enzo 🥰🥰 They were spicy and cold and hot and everything I needed to get me through this week...." Read more

"I LOVED this book. The darkness, the spice, the mystery. Most of all the plot line was ACTUALLY ENTERTAINING...." Read more

14 customers mention "Pacing"9 positive5 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the pacing of the book, with some finding it fast-paced while others describe it as disgusting.

"...and Gin both watch over Enzo and work with his strengths and around his weaknesses...." Read more

"It started off just a wee bit slow but once it got my attention, I couldn't put it down!..." Read more

"Enzo was an absolute menace but I loved that he was not your quintessential mafia man...." Read more

"...No dragging on with a boaring overload in unnecessary details. Fast and hot❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥 5+++..." Read more

Love the entire series.
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Love the entire series.
I initially read on kindle, truly felt a connection to Enzo (I’m autistic as well). I love them together and they show how a person can give you life from their love. 🥹I love all the brothers but Enzo has a special place in my heart.
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  • Ka'Mya Brower
    5.0 out of 5 stars Ahhhh
    Reviewed in the United States on March 29, 2025
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    I loved this book so much. It was the perfect dark romance and I ate it up. And it was a mxm so I loved it even more. You have a cop Tex who dreams of being a detective like his hero dad and then you have Enzo the psychopath mobster who belongs to the Vitale family, the mob family Tex wants to bring down for his dream. Things get a little complicated when Tex and Enzo they both spiral down the dark path between love duty,and family. What is right and what is wrong. They can’t seem to stay away from each other, it becomes one obsessed toxic passionate and fiery love story you can’t get enough. Did I mention the spice is spicy.

    Fav Quotes:

    “You know what they say. If you love something, let it free or some shit like that.”
    I shook my head. “That is ridiculous. It should be, if you love something, lock it away so that it never escapes.”

    “From now on, I’m the only one allowed to hurt you or make you cry. Every inch of you belongs to me.” I bit his lip. “Even your life.”

    I wanted to claim Tex in every way possible. I needed him to know mind, body, and soul. He was mine and mine alone.
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  • MaKayla Satterfield
    4.0 out of 5 stars I loved this book!
    Reviewed in the United States on December 29, 2024
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    Speaking as someone who loves dark romance, I ate this book up. The in depth details of Enzo and Tex character, past and lives was amazing And thankfully not redundant. I resonated with Enzo on such a deep level experiencing alot of the same stims, and issues that come with being autistic. Autism isn't one size fits all, and I feel his character was well thought out and each aspect of who he is in addition to his autism was blended perfectly.
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  • Bookmonster29
    5.0 out of 5 stars Beautifully UnHìñġëd
    Reviewed in the United States on March 17, 2024
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    “A soft smile graced Tex’s face, and I was instantly hit with the desire to chäìñ him up. I wanted him to smile at me like that, only me.”

    What tropes you could expect:
    MM Romance
    -Neurodivergent Representation
    -Pšÿchø, Pöśsëśšìvë, Obšëśšìvë MMC
    -Opposites Attract
    -MMC is a cop
    -Hurt Comfort
    -Unħìnġedness
    -Gräphìc Viølëñcë
    -Spicy Smütťÿ Heat

    ⭐️5/5:
    Take me apart is book one in the Vitale Brothers series and it’s the first book I have read from both of these authors and I am glad to say I was not disappointed at all!! This book was a phenomenal read! It had all the things I love about mäfìä romance and MM romance all wrapped into a perfect storyline. In this book we meet Enzo & Tex. A cop looking to make a name for himself with some skeletons of his own he’s running from & a ċřìmìnäl that enjoys tørtüring the people that have wrong him or his family, and that thrives in things being in order. I loved the level of details put into every scene/ scenario it made it so easy for me to sink into the story and wanting more!! I truly couldn’t put it down! I really enjoyed the banter between the characters but I also enjoyed being able to meet important side characters too and kinda start piecing together their importance for the book and the books to come. Tex & Enzo just made scene for me I never questioned them it was just too perfect of a connection between the two of them!!

    🌶️5/5:
    Good lawddd the spice in this book was spicin the jalapeños were definitely pinoin!! The details in those scene really will have you needed some water and maybe a fan it was that spicy! I enjoyed each and every scene!!

    As stated this is book one of an interconnected series that can be read as a standalone but in my opinion makes more sense reading in order to fully understand the over all storyline!!

    -Happy Reading Babes
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  • Kindle Customer
    3.0 out of 5 stars 3 stars
    Reviewed in the United States on February 1, 2023
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    Enjoyable romance with a darker character. TWs for verbal and physical abuse, and for violence/torture. The romance itself isn't dark, but the world these characters live in is not happy-go-lucky.

    Some editing issues: set and sat used incorrectly, wrecked versus wracked. Sometimes the dialogue was a bit cheesy or forced, the word choices a bit clunky. I noticed this a couple times throughout and then especially near the end in the scene with the Tex's dad. It felt a little like a b movie villain dialogue and if anyone read it out loud it would sound awkward and overly dramatic.

    Ultimately an enjoyable read in need of some fine- tuned editing.
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  • IkYkLK
    4.0 out of 5 stars Really enjoyed the story, but—
    Reviewed in the United States on February 13, 2023
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    Enzo and Tex are both amazing characters. There are no easy answers for them, especially not for Tex. His position as a police officer is something he takes very seriously, and he does have a chip on his shoulder and a point to prove. None of that ever included hooking up with a well known mafia guy— one with a very bloody reputation at that. Once he does, Tex is forced to re-examine his choices, and his reasons for them, and he has to make some hard decisions. The story was a very good one, but the only thing that really bothered me and kept me from giving this book 5 stars, was the lack of editing. There were wrong words used, sentences that started with part of sentences that should’ve been endings. Capitalization where it didn’t belong, and just numerous other errors that could’ve been fixed quickly by even a semi-decent editor. Those corrections would have vastly improved the story as a whole. I don’t know what prevents authors from paying for an editor, other than money. I do know that there are editors that are worth the investment. There are beta readers who are qualified to be editors, who will beta for very little or even free, if they like the authors, although it’s rather unkind to take advantage like that. The point is, it is worth spending the money, it is worth the investment, to make a book, the very best it can be. There are people who just won’t read books because of the editing errors. It’s simply my opinion that people should take pride in their work and want it to be the best it can be. This story could’ve been a total gem with just a little more work.
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  • Nicanne
    5.0 out of 5 stars Such an absolutely brilliant read!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 20, 2025
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    📚Book = Standalone story, book 1
    = series follows different characters
    💕Burn = Med/Fast, Insta Lust
    🎭OW/OM Drama = No,
    🐺 Alpha Men = Absolutely, 💯
    🔥Heat/spice = 10/10, 🔥
    😬Angst = Med,
    🍆🌮 MM/FF = Yes, MM
    🔸POV = 1st Person, MPV,
    🔸Genre = Contemporary Mafia Romance
    🔹Tropes = MM✨Mäfia✨Unħìnġed, Pöśsëśšìvë, Obšëśšìvë MMC✨MMC damaged cop✨Hurt Comfort✨Opposites Attract✨Spicy Smütťÿ Heat✨Neurodivergent Representation
    😈Kink = Throat necklace and asphyxiation🫦Rough dominant sëx🫦
    ‼️Triggers = Death❗️Graphic Violence❗️ Detailed torture❗️ Parental abuse & neglect❗️Former drug abuse❗️Mild knife play❗️Light dub-con❗️Guns

    The story was absolutely fantastic, keeping me thoroughly engaged throughout, it also had lots and lots of very hot steamy s+x. 🥵 This is definitely going to be on my re-read list.
    The characters were amazing - Enzo, the youngest Vitale brother, is a strong dominant unhinged autistic man, who takes no prisoners and loves nothing more than to torture his victims, but for his brothers and now Tex he would burn the world down to protect and ensure they’re safe - Tex, he’s the ex-addict turned cop, damaged by his abusive father, who has his world turned upside down once he meets Enzo in the best way. Their instant connection and pull jumps of the page at you, but how is a mafia boss and a cop ever going to work, but wow do you scream at the page for them to get it together.

    Enzo was in from the start, unfortunately past history of betrayal kept rearing it head along the way, but once he realised they weren’t alike, he was fully “you’re mine”, even fighting his eldest brother to protect Tex.
    Tex was the most conflicted, he wanted to bring the Vitale brothers down and earn his dream of becoming a detective. On their first chance meeting the pull was incredibly and Tex’s war with himself began….detective or love? But his own betrayal would give him the push he needed to go in the right direction. ♥️

    I can’t wait to continue the series with Enzo’s brothers Giancarlo and Benito.
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  • baksumeansclap
    5.0 out of 5 stars loved it
    Reviewed in Mexico on January 8, 2025
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    Were they toxic? Yes
    But I truly believe they love each other
    One of those couples that matched each others freak way too much
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  • †вʟαcκяσѕє
    5.0 out of 5 stars Eins meiner lieblings MM books!
    Reviewed in Germany on July 2, 2024
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    Hätte mir mehr Leidenschaft und spice gewünscht sowie mehr wissen übers tex und enzos leben, ansonsten habe ich diesen Teil sehr genossen den die wachsende beziehung zwischen enzo und tex war nicht nur heiß sondern ihre liebe zu einander wachsen und brennen zusehen war einfach nur spannend und fesselnd
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  • Maria Eduarda Silva Faria Moraes
    5.0 out of 5 stars meu segundo livro favorito dos 3 irmãos
    Reviewed in Brazil on March 31, 2024
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    Que casal que desde do começo tinha tudo pra ser um caos e foi mesmo mas foram maravilhosos 🖤🤍 O Enzo e o Tex
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  • Kate Glover
    5.0 out of 5 stars love it!
    Reviewed in Australia on December 15, 2024
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    I honestly loved this. I devoured it in an afternoon. I might me bad form to mention another authors work in a review but it reminded me of the Mulvaney universe created by Onely James. A psychopath and his one true love! It’s fast past, low angst and just great.
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