Taken by a Sinner

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• Cenigh

  Finished August 15, 2025

  3.5⭐ Nikolas was a total overbearing ass towards Tess at the beginning, but I enjoyed watching him develop feelings for her, even though he hated every second of discovering those emotions. Placing my hands on the edge of the desk, I lean forward as I try to make sense of my feelings. Jealousy, possessiveness, overprotectiveness – they’re all new emotions I haven’t felt before, and they rattle me. Fuck do they rattle me. Nikolas was ruthless when he told her he arranged a marriage for her and that she meant nothing to him (which was, of course, him lying to himself and her). Tess was devastated the week before her arranged marriage. If I were Tess, I would have taken the $50,000 he gave her for expenses and run, rather than donating it to charity. Talk about waiting to the last minute, deciding a half an hour before the ceremony to marry her instead of letting his cousin. Once he figures out he loves her, he is super sweet & caring towards her. It had me grinning at how much Nikolas loves Tess (he worships her). She later realizes she loves him as well and thinks he is the best husband. Tess' mother wasn't great, she loved her but seemed to never put her first, she didn't stand up for her daughter with Nikolas, didn't tell her she was marrying Nikolas instead of Christos & never realized her cousin was abusing her for years. Damn, the attack in the bathroom was pretty brutal, loved how Nikolas handled it though. Tess is curled up on her side, and she looks peaceful and not like the goddess of mischief and defiance she really is. “I now pronounce you husband and wife. You may kiss the bride.” Nikolas takes a step forward, his hands find my shoulders, and as he lowers his head, I whisper, “You better sleep with one eye open.” Tess’ eyes flit over my face, searching for something. “You want me to be strong?” “Of course. Your feistiness might drive me insane, but it’s the one thing I’ll never try to suppress. You’re a queen now. You need to be feared. It’s the most valuable commodity in our world.” “You can do anything you want to, little dreamer. As long as you do it by my side.” If only she knew the power she held over me. I’d be truly fucked then. Fear slithers into my heart, wrapping tightly around the emotions I have for this woman. She can never know how I feel, not until she loves me, or she’ll use it to destroy me. “I’m so fucking sorry for the times I threatened you,” I whisper, my voice hoarse with regret. “I’m sorry for manhandling you and forcing you to obey me. I didn’t know about the anxiety or the abuse.” Christ, am I sorry. “Please forgive me.” I press a kiss to the bandage, the pungent smell of antiseptic fluid filling my nostrils. “If you can’t, I don’t know what I’ll fucking do.” It takes minutes before Tess calms enough to whisper, “As long as you don’t do it again.” “Never.” I pull back, carefully setting her head down on the pillow. “I promise.” Where Nikolas was merciless when we first met, he’s now loving and gentle. Once Nikolas loves, he becomes a different person. And he loves me. It’s clear as day in every affectionate look, every tender touch, every soulful kiss. There’s no doubt in my mind I’m the most important thing to him, and it helps build my confidence back up. I might be chubby or even fat to some, but to Nikolas, I’m perfect. I feel desired when his eyes burn on me. I feel like I’m enough – woman enough – for him. “I’m falling in love with you, Nikolas.” I hear her emotions for me trembling in her voice. “Please don’t break my heart.” “I won’t,” I vow. “I’ll never break the one thing that means the most to me.” If I don’t make it, you stay fucking loyal to me until death. I love you, Theresa. Now and forever. I know I’m asking a fuck ton, but I swear I’ll haunt her sexy ass if she ever lets another man touch her after my death.

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• Acadia

  Started April 14, 2024 · Finished April 15, 2024

  I like that the MFC is an introvert - can relate… lol This was my first “mafia” romance, and i have to say - I dont think ive ever been so weirded out and turned on by a book couple… I mean the “step” thing is not usually my thing… but it was also hot? If I just pretend they are not step whatever, its fine. This is fine 🔥 🌶️ 5/5 The spice is spicing. I love spicy banter too. Also after 1 good lay hes totally pussy whipped, I found that entertaining af haha

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