Best - known 2019 Mafia Romance Novels

In 'The Heir' by Kiera Cass, while not strictly a Russian mafia romance, it has some aspects of organized crime and a very romantic storyline. The characters face many challenges, much like in a mafia - influenced story, and their love story is heart - warming.

'The Ruthless King' by Alison Aimes is also a top choice. It offers a strong female lead and a dominant mafia male character. The romance between them is intense and set against the backdrop of a complex mafia underworld.

One popular one could be 'Twisted Loyalties' which combines the dangerous and alluring world of the mafia with a passionate romance. The power dynamics and the intense relationships in the story really draw readers in.

One great one is 'Twisted Love' by Ana Huang. It has elements of a dark hero and a complex relationship set against a somewhat mafia - like backdrop. The chemistry between the characters is intense.

Many of these novels also deal with themes of loyalty and betrayal. The mafia world is all about loyalty to the family or the organization. But when love enters the picture, loyalties can be tested. In 'Mafia's Redemption', the male lead has to choose between his loyalty to the mafia and his love for the female lead, which makes for a very gripping story.

Mario Puzo is very well - known for 'The Godfather'. His writing brought the Corleone family to life in a way that made the story iconic. Another is Nicholas Pileggi, who wrote 'Goodfellas'. He was able to capture the essence of the mafia lifestyle based on real - life events. Elmore Leonard also dabbled in mafia - related stories, and his works are known for their sharp dialogue and interesting characters.

These writers usually have a great sense of place. They can describe the seedy neighborhoods, the back - alley meetings, and the smoky rooms where the mafia does business. Don Winslow, for instance, can make you feel like you are in the middle of the action in the underworld he creates, with his detailed descriptions of the settings.

One great Russian Mafia romance novel is 'Sinners Like Us' by J.M. Darhower. It weaves a complex web of love and danger in the mafia world. The characters are well - developed, and the chemistry between the leads is intense.

Sure. 'Corrupt' by Penelope Douglas is a top pick. It has a dark and brooding hero who is part of a sort of mafia - esque group. The romance in it is intense and full of angst. It's a story that really draws you in with its complex characters.

There was also 'Mafia's Captive Love'. It told a story of a woman who got caught in the world of the mafia and ended up falling in love with one of the powerful mafia men. The book was full of intense emotions and dangerous situations.