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The Heir: Limited Edition Cover (Kingmakers) Paperback – February 9, 2022

by Sophie Lark (Author)
4.7 out of 5 stars 312 ratings
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I’d Go Anywhere For Her…

Even to Kingmakers, the most brutal college in the world. Where mafia heirs are trained to control, dominate, infiltrate, and kill.

I followed Anna because she’s my best friend. I’ve always been right by her side.

She needs me to protect her. Especially from Dean Yenin, a Bratva heir with a lethal grudge.

He plans to take everything from me. Starting with Anna...


The Lark Notes:
Buckle up, ladies! You just received your acceptance letter to Kingmakers. You’ve never experienced so much raging hormones, bitter grudges, violent angst, and nail-biting mystery. Keep your eyes open for Easter Eggs from the Underworld and Brutal Birthright series, as well as plenty of clues for the twists, turns, and dark secrets that will be revealed at Kingmakers. – Sophie

“The Heir” is the first book in the epic dark mafia Kingmakers Series. It’s a forbidden friends-to-lovers romance filled with mystery, suspense, and kindle-melting bedroom scenes that take place everywhere but the bedroom.
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    February 9, 2022
  4. Dimensions
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    979-8415072828
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B09S63GZ9Z
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Independently published
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ February 9, 2022
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 530 pages
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 979-8415072828
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 3.53 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 1.2 x 9 inches
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The Heir Kingmakers
I love Sophie Larks one of a kind writing. This book is no exception. I really enjoyed both the Brutal Birthright & Underworld series, getting to know all of the parent's stories and then read all about their kids in Kingmakers series has been great! I absolutely LOVED Leo & Anna's story, i really enjoyed all of the side characters as well and i cant wait to read the rest of the books in this series. These books give you ALL of the feelings! I laughed, I cried, I was pist, & then happy! It's as if i was there with them living through all of the drama instead of reading it from the comfort of my couch!🛋📖📚
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  • Alba Herrera
    5.0 out of 5 stars The Heir Kingmakers
    Reviewed in the United States on May 15, 2021
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    I love Sophie Larks one of a kind writing. This book is no exception. I really enjoyed both the Brutal Birthright & Underworld series, getting to know all of the parent's stories and then read all about their kids in Kingmakers series has been great! I absolutely LOVED Leo & Anna's story, i really enjoyed all of the side characters as well and i cant wait to read the rest of the books in this series. These books give you ALL of the feelings! I laughed, I cried, I was pist, & then happy! It's as if i was there with them living through all of the drama instead of reading it from the comfort of my couch!🛋📖📚
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    Alba Herrera
    5.0 out of 5 stars
    The Heir Kingmakers

    Reviewed in the United States on May 15, 2021
    I love Sophie Larks one of a kind writing. This book is no exception. I really enjoyed both the Brutal Birthright & Underworld series, getting to know all of the parent's stories and then read all about their kids in Kingmakers series has been great! I absolutely LOVED Leo & Anna's story, i really enjoyed all of the side characters as well and i cant wait to read the rest of the books in this series. These books give you ALL of the feelings! I laughed, I cried, I was pist, & then happy! It's as if i was there with them living through all of the drama instead of reading it from the comfort of my couch!🛋📖📚
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  • shelley savins
    5.0 out of 5 stars A rare book that makes you want more!
    Reviewed in the United States on April 14, 2021
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    I really liked this book! Loved the darkness of the mafias and that the girl is not scared of the bad guy or the darkness of that world. Loved the dirty romance part too! Made you vote for the bad guy and the good guy. Good books like that are hard to come by.
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  • Sofia Santana
    5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful Cover
    Reviewed in the United States on August 28, 2022
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    Love starting the kingmakers series! Sophie lark is one of my favs and she always hits with all of her books.
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    Sofia Santana
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    Reviewed in the United States on August 28, 2022
    Love starting the kingmakers series! Sophie lark is one of my favs and she always hits with all of her books.
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  • nicole e
    4.0 out of 5 stars Very enjoyable and compelling read!
    Reviewed in the United States on September 11, 2022
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    I absolutely love the world Sophie created. Her settings and characters instantly grip you and reel you in. Her world feels real and surreal, all at once. Apart from a few character inconsistencies to serve the plot, I found the story to be richly crafted - there is a rich, sexy yet freeing tone that is surprisingly passionate and impactful. Definitely recommend!
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  • dsjones
    5.0 out of 5 stars The Heir by Sophie Lark
    Reviewed in the United States on September 1, 2024
    Format: Audible Audiobook
    THE HEIR (Kingsmaker) by Sophie Lark
    Sophie Lark has delivered a very solid, well written new series that is totally intriguing, this is the story of Kingsmaker where the kids of the mafia go to learn how to be ready to take over the family business. Wow! This is dark, gritty, captivating, angst filled, with plenty of danger, deception, twists, turns, suspense, mystery, and plenty of intensity. This story is told in three points of view, Leo Gallo, Anna Wilk and Dean (Dmitry) Yenin. I highly recommend this story to everyone. Sophie has such a vivid imagination and she comes up with very special books. I love that this is following the next generation. This is a definite 5 stars since I can’t give it 10.
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  • Bette
    5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant Story & Audible Listen🎧 A Wild & Thrilling Ride!
    Reviewed in the United States on February 9, 2022
    Format: Audible Audiobook
    The Heir
    Kingmakers, Book 1
    By: Sophie Lark
    Narrated by: Chloe Ryan, Michael Gallagher, Gregory Salinas
    Series: Kingmakers, Book 1

    I am thrilled that Sophie Lark is not finished with the amazing “Brutal Birthright” world she created, a Mafia world that is this complex and phenomenally built. I loved every book in that series and this series, the “Kingmakers” is a spinoff of that series, their children, the next generation, the Mafia Princes and Princesses who will fill their parent’s shoes when the time is right and become Mafia Kings and Queens. I loved every book in that series and this series, the “Kingmakers” spinoffs from that series with their children, the next generation, the Mafia Princes and Princesses who will fill their parent’s shoes when the time is right and become Mafia Kings and Queens. The series starts off with Leo Gallo and Anna Wilk’s story, Leo is the only son of Yelena Yenina and Sebastian Gallo from “Heavy Crown” and Anna is the oldest daughter of Mikolaj and Nessa Griffen from “Stolen Heir”. No worries if this is your first Sophie Lark book, this book does stand on its own, everything you need to know is detailed in the story. Because of the family dynamics and connections Anna and Leo grew up together and became good friends. The two are graduating high school, despite being accepted into Juilliard Anna rather go to the Kingmakers Academy, a training facility for the underground elite from all over the world, including the Irish and Italian Mafia, Polish Braterstwoa and the Russian Bratva, and where Anna goes so does Leo. These two grew up as cousins, so it felt strange when their feelings morphed beyond friendship, neither one wanted to act on those feelings, afraid to ruin their lifelong friendship. Things start off great for them in their new school, it is a whole new adventure for them, but there are instant rivals and even an enemy to the family, Dean Yenin, Leo’s estranged cousin. Leo’s Mom and her Brother Adrian had a falling out when the families were at war and it cost Leo’s father a lot, because of that and his own reasons he holds a grudge. Dean is cunning and is determined to take everything away from Leo. This is one angsty romantic suspense, it is a cleverly plotted story with plenty of drama, twists and turns, action, thrilling and suspenseful moments, heartfelt emotions, and some steamy romance. Sophie Lark, thank you for another amazing story and a wild and thrilling emotional rollercoaster ride.

    🎧📚🎧 And for the amazing narration, Chloe Ryan, Michael Gallagher and Gregory Salinas were the perfect cast to bring these characters and their story to life. They had a complete understanding of the characters they portrayed, gave each a voice that was a perfect fit for that characters persona, sounding believable in every role they played and just as I pictured the characters to sound. They set the perfect tone for the story, grasped every single emotion from their character, had you feeling them as well as the angst, the thrill and the suspense. These mega talented narrators are versatile voice artists and entertaining storytellers. Thank you for this exceptional listen.

    Thank you @PinkFlamingoProductions The Flock! @AudiobookObsession AudiobookObsessionReviewer🎧
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  • M
    5.0 out of 5 stars WOW. Just WOW!!
    Reviewed in Spain on July 12, 2021
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    What an amazing start to Kingmakers series! Let me say that this whole idea of a secret college for Mafia kids is just brilliant! After reading the same plots over and over again, it can get tiring, but Sophie brought a freshness to the mafia genre. The work she put into building this concept and describing it througly in The Heir shows just how incredible she is and how commmited she is into giving her readers the best reading experience ever.

    This book is told in 3 povs, and that, for me, was a new concept, becuase we have 3 people, but only 2 are a couple. I found this strategy very interesting, since it allowed us to get a inside scoop into Dean's mind and why he does the thing he does and why he is the way he is, like a preparation for his own book, The Bully (Kingmakers #3).

    Leo and Anna *swoon* They were best friends since they were toddlers, grew up together, did everything together, so it made total sense for Leo to follow Anna into Kingmakers.
    Leo started off as arrogant, cocky, always putting himself in the center and everyone else was just orbiting around him, but thorughout the book you can see how much growth he goes through. He finally realizes what really matters are the ones he loves, begins to put others needs and wants before his own, and to never take anything nor anyone for granted. He matures so much!
    He's so sweet, even more so than his dad. The love he feels for Anna is so pure, so sould deep. I love how he just gets her. They have such a deep, strong conection, that with only a look they can understand each other. I want what they have!!!
    I just wish he had got more moments between them once they finally got together. I always want more and more hahaha

    (One thing I wish had been included is Leo and Anna saying to each other, face to face, ‘I love you’. It’s clear they do, through actions and words, and they’ve said it in their inner mologues, but didn’t actuallys said the words to one another, and I love that moment when the MC’s profess their love to each other that way.)

    Anna is such a bad@ss! She doesn't take crap from anyone, she will stand up for herself and she's always upfront with her feelings. She is every bit her father (Daddy Miko!! Uhh *fans myself*) and I love how she one day will become the heir and rule over the Polish Mafia (yessss, Queen!!).

    Dean... My heart breaks for him... everything he has been through, the lack of love and support from his family, his mother abandoning him... all his life he grew up hating Leo and the Gallos, thinking Leo's life should have been his... and that hate is only fuelded once they meet at Kingmakers. He wants to take EVERYTHING from Leo.
    He does some things pretty reprehensible things, and one of them I don't think I'll be able to forgive him... I’m very curious to see how Sophie will reddem him, cause so far it seems dificcult. But, I know Sophie will do it and make me fall for him.

    And Miles! Oh, Miles… I’m dying to get my hands on his book! I just know he’ll be my favorite H of all time. He already won me over with his funny self, the fact that he’s a dancer! And, of course, because he’s Aida’s son! If he’s anything like his mother, then we’ll be more than entertained ahaha And I'm dying to see the side of him in love! It's gonna make my heart race, my brain explode and everything else burn. hahaha

    Fantastic book, amazing characters, captivating plot and a wordl I want to go live in!
    5 stars

    Now go do yourself a favor and go read this book! 😊
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  • Taylor Wells
    5.0 out of 5 stars 5 Star
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 1, 2023
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    Definitely a book worth picking up, heck even pick up the whole series! I've only currently read the first book but know I am going to fall in love with the whole series without a doubt!
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  • @readersophiee
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    Reviewed in Australia on March 8, 2022
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    “Power is not only in what we do, but in what we don’t do..."

    Okay. OK. OKAY. This is one of the coolest concepts I have ever seen for a series. Hogwarts but for mafia heirs? BRILLIANT. The world-building and character introductions were woven in perfectly; it sets up the rest of the series really nicely without being too much. The romance in this novel is an angsty slow burn and IT WAS HOT. The Heir is an absolute page-turner. Sophie Lark is one heck of a storyteller. Also, I freaking HATED Dean. Everyone says his redemption arc is excellent so I really hope it is!!

    Read time: 7h 23mins
    Reading sessions: 4
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  • Brett
    1.0 out of 5 stars Came damaged and covered in sticky hand prints
    Reviewed in Canada on December 18, 2022
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    Don't even want to touch this nasty book. So many dirt stains and sticky stuff on the cover
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    1.0 out of 5 stars
    Came damaged and covered in sticky hand prints

    Reviewed in Canada on December 18, 2022
    Don't even want to touch this nasty book. So many dirt stains and sticky stuff on the cover
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