Syndicate Rules Books
Two couples. One happily ever after. One cliffhanger that will leave you breathless. Author Spotlight Title in Lucy’s Sizzling Summer Specials: This limited-time summer feature delivers all the passion, power, and punch readers love. Perfect for fans of steamy romance who want stories that burns hotter with every page. Giulia & Raffaele Their marriage was arranged to cement a powerful alliance between mafia families. Giulia, the dutiful wife, falls for her ruthless underboss husband, only to realize she's valued more for her ability to produce heirs than for herself. As she secretly takes birth control to delay another pregnancy, she risks igniting Raffaele's fury. But Raffaele harbors feelings he’s never admitted—even to himself. When secrets unravel, will their fragile bond shatter or strengthen? "There is no room in the life of a mafia underboss for tender emotions. At least that's what I thought when we got married. Six years has changed a lot, but my wife thinks I'm the same merciless man she wed. To everyone else, I am." Catalina & Severu Catalina's sister is betrothed to the don who ignites her own deepest desires. Trapped between duty and longing, she contemplates escape. Severu, facing threats to his mafia empire, agrees to marry Catalina's sister to solidify alliances, all while battling his forbidden attraction to Catalina. Their story is just beginning and concludes with a gripping cliffhanger that leads directly into Urgent Vows . "Someone is attacking my mafia. I have to protect la famiglia at all costs, even if that means agreeing to marry a woman I have no feelings for. I just have to ignore the way my body reacts to her sister. Note: Convenient Mafia Wife serves as a prequel to Urgent Vows and is the only book in the Syndicate Rules series that is not a standalone. Giulia and Raffaele's story concludes with a guaranteed HEA, while Catalina and Severu's tale continues in the next installment. Praise for Convenient Mafia Wife : "Wonderful, intense prequel to the Syndicate Rules series. Raff and Giulia are super cute. She brings out the sweet in his sour Don persona." — ★★★★★ Amazon Reviewer "I loved both couples in this book. I actually learned a thing or two about how you can be so into your feelings and not see the truth in situations." — ★★★★★ Amazon Reviewer "This was such a great start to this mafia series. I loved all the couples and can’t wait to read the next book. Great writing!" — ★★★★★ Amazon Reviewer
From USA Today Bestselling Author Lucy Monroe comes a dark, emotional mafia romance where loyalty is everything, love is dangerous, and nothing is more seductive than a man who refuses to let go. CATALINA I'm done living under my father's brutal thumb. I planned to escape the mafia life right after my sister's wedding to the don. But when she disappears on the morning of the ceremony, I'm the one standing at the altar in her place. One touch from him ignites desires I shouldn't have, but to save my sister's life, I agree to marry the ruthless don. SEVERU For the stability of la famiglia , I need to marry. I chose her sister because I thought she'd be compliant, but it's Catalina who consumes my thoughts. When my intended bride runs, nothing will stop me from claiming Catalina. She'll marry me to protect her sister, but who will protect her from me? Author Spotlight Title in Lucy’s Sizzling Summer Specials: This limited-time summer feature delivers all the passion, power, and punch readers love. Perfect for fans of steamy romance who want stories that burns hotter with every page . This standalone novel features an age-gap, forced marriage, and a guaranteed HEA. No cliffhangers. No cheating. Praise for Urgent Vows : "Urgent Vows had me hooked from the very first page. Lucy Monroe is such a gifted writer that she drew me into the story and their lives so much that I actually felt like I knew Severu and Catalina." — ★★★★★ Goodreads Reviewer "The chemistry between Catalina and Severu is off the charts… Lucy Monroe kept me on the edge of my seat and I read this book in one sitting!" — ★★★★★ Goodreads Reviewer "You watch two people start out a relationship on the wrong foot and see them grow together to make a fantastic team. You won't be disappointed!" — ★★★★★ Amazon Reviewer CW: explicit intimacy, graphic violence, foul language and domestic violence (past reference and on the page - not between the main characters)
From USA Today Bestselling Author Lucy Monroe comes a dark, obsessive Irish mafia romance where a ruthless mob boss finds solace in the one woman who sees beyond his bloodstained hands. ANNA The world is too loud, too bright, too everything. Until I meet him. His touch sends me to a place I've never been. I want more of him, bloodstained hands and all. What happens when the one person I need is the utterly ruthless boss of the Irish mob? CIAN Some call me a psychopath. I don't feel. Until I meet her. I need to know she is safe. Every minute of every day. I hire her to work for my legitimate business. I watch her. I crave her. I will never let her go. But I am a monster. What happens when the one person who makes me feel is pure, sweet innocence? This standalone novel features a neurodivergent heroine, a possessive antihero, and a guaranteed happily ever after. No cliffhangers. No cheating. Praise for Demanding Mob Boss : "Lucy has written a character on the Autism Spectrum with love and respect... This is a gorgeous love story with a character’s neurodiversity written not as a novelty but as a matter-of-fact part of who she is." — ★★★★★ Amazon Reviewer "Together Cian and Anna were absolutely perfect. They balanced and complemented each other really well and were so in sync with each other’s personalities." — ★★★★★ Goodreads Reviewer "Demanding Mob Boss is fire, spice, and everything oh so nice. The utter devotion between Cian and Anna knows no bounds." — ★★★★★ Goodreads Reviewer "I loved Anna and how she sees Cian is amazing. Great story and series." — ★★★★ Booksprout Reviewer CW: explicit intimacy, graphic violence, implied assault of secondary character, death of parents, foul language, stalking behavior.
From USA Today Bestselling Author Lucy Monroe comes a scorching mafia romance where a Greek enforcer meets his match in a former mafia princess determined to reclaim her life. LUCIA I used to be a mafia princess, but I ran from the Cosa Nostra after a rival syndicate killed my husband. I live like a normal person now. Atlas shows up at my club when everything in my life is finally coming together, and I think it's fate. I've never trusted anyone with my darkest desires...until him. Then I learn the man I love is everything I am running from, and now he's my enemy. ATLAS I shut down my emotions two decades ago. I'm as much monster as man now. When I meet Lucia, she is light to my darkness, warmth to the chill in what is left of my soul. From her luscious curves to her eagerness for bedroom games, she is perfect for me. But when she finds out why I'm really in her city, she despises me. I'm used to being hated and feared. That won't stop me from claiming her as my own. Because she needs my protection as much as I need her light, and if I have to get her pregnant to keep her, we'll both enjoy every minute of it. This standalone novel features a morally grey hero, a strong heroine, and a guaranteed happily ever after. No cliffhangers. No cheating. Praise for Ruthless Enforcer : "Lucy Monroe has a real talent for bringing damaged characters to life and making them lovable. Fast-paced and gripping, this story will keep you engrossed to the very end." — ★★★★★ Goodreads Reviewer "I liked all the books in this series, but this one was my favorite. Lots of spice. I loved Atlas and his over-the-top possessive behavior. Lucia didn’t stand a chance when she met Atlas." — ★★★★★ Amazon Reviewer "Blast that Lucy Monroe for making me have all the feels! This is definitely her hottest book to date. Lucia and Atlas are insanely hot together." — ★★★★★ Amazon Reviewer "This was a perfect concoction of a morally grey, slightly unhinged hero and a sweet but strong heroine. Crazy chemistry, unexpected pregnancy, good plot, and distinguished secondary characters." — ★★★★★ Goodreads Reviewer "Lucy Monroe has done it again! This book was scorching hot from start to finish. Bring on more Mafia romances!!!" — ★★★★★ Amazon Reviewer CW: explicit intimacy, graphic violence, foul language, domestic violence (in the past), miscarriage (backstory), complicated family relationships
From USA Today Bestselling Author Lucy Monroe comes a dark, steamy mafia romance where a brutal capo must choose between vengeance and the woman who ignites his soul. BIANCA I'm hiding in plain sight from the Cosa Nostra. Working for the most brutal capo in New York might not be the best idea. Falling for him is even worse. But when he traps me in his apartment to take care of me, passion I didn't know I could feel burns my inhibitions to cinders. Until he throws me away. Then the don finds out who I am and demands I marry the capo who broke my heart. SALVATORE The plan? A single night with the alluring pole dancer turned cocktail waitress. When she's attacked outside my club, I insist she recovers in my penthouse, and if that gives me access to her beautiful body, so much the better. One night turns into weeks, but I don't catch feelings. Not since I had to kill the object of my affection for betraying me. Then I discover Bianca has done the same. But instead of ordering me to kill her, my don gives me a choice. Marry her. Or death. This standalone novel features a morally grey hero, a strong heroine, and a guaranteed happily ever after. No cliffhangers. No cheating. Praise for Brutal Capo : "This was awesome, amazing, crazy, and funny. I loved this book... The plot and characters were very well written with past characters included in the story." — ★★★★★ Amazon Reviewer "Hang on to your seat, this book is hot. I started reading this book and couldn't put it down till it was done. Lots of suspense, steamy romance, and a happily ever after." — ★★★★★ Amazon Reviewer "I love this series by Lucy Monroe -- She gets it right. I love the twist in this story!" — ★★★★★ Amazon Reviewer "Book caught interest quickly and kept the storyline interesting. Incorporated previous stories weaving a very interesting and intriguing story." — ★★★★★ Amazon Reviewer CW: explicit intimacy, graphic violence, foul language, reference to SA in the past, parental abandonment (in past for Bianca).
From USA Today Bestselling Author Lucy Monroe comes a sizzling enemies-to-lovers mafia romance where a one-night stand ignites a firestorm of passion, betrayal, and unexpected vows. RÓISE The last thing I want is to marry into the mafia, but I'll do anything to protect my vulnerable younger cousin. My one choice left is who I give my body to for the first time. Fate plays a cruel trick when my club hookup turns out to be the underboss I'm supposed to marry. MICELI I will do anything for la famiglia , including marrying the niece of the Irish mob boss. Even after the most intensely passionate encounter of my life. I'll never forget the beautiful woman who gave me her virginity in a one-night stand, but when I meet her two months later, she's introduced as my future wife. I should be relieved. I'm not. I'm furious. How dare she risk her safety and offer what should have been mine to a stranger? This standalone novel features a morally grey hero, a strong heroine, and a guaranteed happily ever after. No cliffhangers. No cheating. Praise for Forced Vows : "The angst in this book is gut-wrenching. I enjoyed the push/pull of the main characters in this novel. Best part are the bonus chapters from the author." — ★★★★★ Amazon Reviewer "This is a deeply satisfying novel and provides a lot of fascinating insight into the world of the Cosa Nostra. Author Lucy Monroe manages to infuse each story with something unique and beautiful." — ★★★★★ Amazon Reviewer "FORCED VOWS is another Lucy Monroe's exciting Mafia romance! Book Six is an incredible mixture of Irish and Italian—delicious! The sizzling chemistry between the main characters is off the charts." — ★★★★★ Goodreads Reviewer CW: explicit intimacy including light knife play/no harm, a marriage contract signed in blood, graphic violence, foul language, parental death (in the past) and a cat in touch with her dog side.