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[BOOK2]
They said life itself is the most wonderful fairy tale. I think that’s bullshit.
Don’t get me wrong. I love fairy tales. I’m a bibliophile. In fact, I read about a hundred books a year.
And in my life?
I don’t marry my prince charming.
I have to marry the big bad wolf.
I’m not Cinderella. I don’t have evil sisters or a broken family. Actually, I grew up privileged in New York. I get what I want—most of the time, anyway. But that’s just how it is when you’re the daughter of New York’s Italian crime boss: Don Alessandro De Luca.
Sounds like I'm a modern-day princess, don't I? But the truth is, in our world, I’m not free to do a lot of things. And the men in my life shield me from the family business.
I get it. Restrictions keep me and my family safe. But it gets frustrating how they think I can't handle it.
And now, I’m shackled to something I don’t have control over—unless I want my family endangered.
I'm arranged to marry the grandson of the Morelli Family—our rival family who had been after my father’s seat for years.
I would rather die than end up with the enemy.
But everything changed in the blink of an eye.
My prince charming died because of them.
Now, I can’t escape it.
Now, the only choice I have left is to marry the villain to save my family.
So how can my life be a fairy tale when I’m living in a nightmare?
Nevertheless... This villain will have to see.
I can't be restrained. I'm born to be free.
**Gabriella's Hellfire is Book 2 of The De Luca Mafia Series**
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Other works:
•Serendipity - A Chance Encounter (Complete-Ongoing revision)
•Femme Fatale: The King's Deadly Temptress
•Gael's Naughty Angela: A Mafia Prince Romance (Book 1 of The De Luca Mafia Series)
•Giovanni's Black Heart: An Enemies to Lovers Mafia Romance (Book 3 of The De Luca Mafia Series)
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Saw this in my daily recommendations and I'm so glad I decided to take a look! I was hooked very quickly and blazed through all the available (105ish, atm) chapters in about a day, privilege chapters included. It's that good. The language is excellent (both grammatically and writing style), and the slow burn sizzle between FL and ML is delicious. Will definitely check out author's other books, as this is the first one of theirs that I've read.
Now that WSA22 has concluded, I’m posting the review I submitted as part of the award consideration: Recommendation This is the second book of The De Luca Mafia Series, and even though I have not read book one, I had no difficulty following the events in Gabriella's Hellfire. It can be read as a standalone novel. This may be a contemporary romance, but readers will experience a broad range of emotions as they follow the main characters through this slow burn enemies-to-lovers story. The characters were unique, full of interest, and they fit the atmosphere of the story. I had no idea what to expect from the plot and was constantly curious what the author had planned next. To be honest, I finished the required chapters for this review and went on to unlock more. I highly recommend that this novel be considered for an award. Grammar and Language The author's writing style is clear and reads very naturally. For a contemporary romance that starts with so little mutual affection between the main characters, what the beginning lacks in romance, it makes up with passion through other emotions. The tone and language do an excellent job conveying the characters strong emotions. Aside from the very rare typo, there were virtually no spelling or grammar errors. The vocabulary is always correctly applied and is appropriate for the story and characters. There were no inconsistencies in the storyline of the required reading. Character Design Both main characters have a distinct voice in this novel: Mariano the antihero; Gabriella the defiant victim. Both are members of Italian Mafia families. Mariano is cold and calculating but not uncaring. His primary goal is to rise in ranks and replace his father as Don both for revenge and so he can "reign in the dogs" and control the Morelli family dealings. He is a planner that bides his time, and for him, the end justifies the means. He finds Gabriella to be beautiful and adorably fierce. While he clearly has feelings for "his Riri" and means her no harm, he is willing to let her suffer so he can achieve his goals, one of which is undoubtedly to make her his own. Gabriella De Luca is bold and snarky, and grew up privileged and sheltered but very aware of her family's business. Guilt and loss permeate her narrative. Although she feels trapped by Mariano, she resolves to one day find revenge for the life she has been forced to live. Before knowing his identity, Mariano represented comfort and safety during a time of fear and loneliness. Learning he is actually a Morelli felt like a betrayal; Mariano Morelli is and will always be her enemy. And yet, at times her narrative shows hope that maybe the man she once trusted still exists inside him. Thus far, all the side characters are family members and mafia soldiers, but they feel distinct and have been given well-defined roles. World Building The story begins in modern day New York and quickly shifts to Chicago. Most readers will have a surface level understanding of Italian Mafia basics and should have no difficulty following the story. The hierarchy and specific politics are explained as the story progresses. Settings in this novel feel very poignant. The story opens with both characters imprisoned in a cold dungeon under poor conditions, yet this is where an intimate bond is formed. Subsequent locations are far more luxurious--chauffeured vehicles, a private plane, a four star hotel, a mansion--but are settings filled with suffering, denial, lies, and death. Very little description is given of these environments, but it's the feelings and impressions the characters experience in these locations that are the focal point in the text. Story Development and Creativity The novel is narrated entirely from either Mariano or Gabriella's point of view so readers experience the story along with these main characters by being privy to their thoughts, feelings, dilemmas and secrets--secrets which the author teases along. The frank honesty in these internal monologues feels natural, and it's easy for readers to unconsciously align their own thoughts with the characters and really immerse themselves into the novel. Because of the POV, the story feels dialogue-rich even when none of the characters are actually speaking. The pacing and progression feels just right. The chapters alternate between the main characters but not too frequently; plenty of time is given to each character for that segment to feel complete and satisfying, not confusing. The opening chapter is a great hook to catch readers' interest. (One minor complaint would be the transition between the first and second chapters where it first switches from Mariano to Gabriella's point of view; it was unclear that time had elapsed between these two scenes; in fact, it felt like chapter two was a flashback, which slightly ruined the mid-chapter reveal. Again, this is only a slight issue, and the remaining chapters were very clear.) Paragraph lengths were similarly satisfying. Quite often the author successfully emphasized a point by letting it stand as a single sentence paragraph, making it feel dramatic. There is a constant sense of tension in the early chapters, and readers will feel compelled to chase the promised release as the story progresses.
I haven't read the previous books (yet!) but I was really drawn to this story. I'm enjoying it so far! Love the writing style; the different personalities really show through and it's easy to get lost in their voices. I think the characters are likable and believable too. And I just want to add that I think this is possibly the most grammatically correct book I've read on here, so thank you author for that! 😉 I can't wait to read more after that last chapter 🔥🔥🔥
Hi readers, if you want to have a good book to read please add this on your list, you won't regret it just like her other books so what are you waiting for.....
Gabriella's hellfire: an Arranged Marriage Mafia Romance is all encompassing.....filled with various packages....just 17 chapters in and it has captivated my attention, so much more that I desire a daily update already, even with multiple chapters. it evolves passion, love, romance, family, dedication, betrayal, mafia, ruthlessness, crime and different behavioural codes and I guess, a happily ever after - LOVE Gabriella, also known as Gabby by her family and Ree by the ML, who was devastated by the death of her friend and love figure was kidnapped and compelled into an Arranged Marriage. Mariano, a confident man, full of himself was ready to marry the daughter of an enemy Mafia family in order to rise in rank and displace his ruthless father to become Don. ....author NixxxiE has never disappointed with previous books like Serendipity, Gael Naughty Angel and Femme Fatale and I know that this story will not be an exception, especially when it is being written from the character's point of view(POV). This is going to be different and it is intriguing already. Please add the book to your library and join the fun train filled with passion
New couple from a very familiar realm! Keeping us readers on the edge of pur seat as we witness the development of the relationhip between the De Luca Princess and her Dark Prince.
I loved seeing Gabby pop up in Gael’s story. I love the interactions she had with Morelli in the other book. Now that she has one of her own, I just can’t wait to see how it unfolds.
Another great love story! This book is easy to read and with each new development, I am wanting to know more. Great characters, fun read. This is a spin-of off the other novels, but is proving to be just as entertaining!
If anyone has read "Gael's Naughty Angel" then you should read this fantastic novel. It's so beautiful and has amazing characters I love from the very start. The story is at next level and is a Hellfire 🔥🔥like the author mentioned.. 😁🥰💓💓💓 It's still ongoing and I'm rooting for it !
Gabriella's Hellfire is an amazing novel by Nixxxie. I have been a fan of her works and this is just another masterpiece. The way it's written in first person POV makes it all the more interesting and sophisticated to read. Gabby is familiar to anyone who has read Gael and Angela's story. This journey of her on marrying Mariano and the way she strides through it all will definitely fascinate you. Yan (Mariano) earns our love and respect as soon as we enter into the story, he is as swoon-worthy as he is caring. He has earned his way through all my favorite gentlemen. Altogether, this is one mind-blowing journey filled with fantastic romance, heartwarming interactions, enchanting mysteries and of course breathtaking revelations. You can delve into it without any hesitation 🔥🔥🔥
The moment I started reading the first 2 chapters, got me hooked. Author never ceases to amaze me, love how the characters are drawn to each other... tho author kept me wanting for more. This is a MUST read !!
love it! the way story is going totally love it! book is interesting and hot and ML character is really lovable without even knowing entire story yet! good book 👍
Author San first of all your writing quality is really good, interesting and funny. love how the story pace is going no rush but easily getting the readers engaged in reading, hats off to you plse continue the story loving this book 👍
If I was able to give more than 5 stars I would. I didn’t read the series in order but I love each one all the same. Keeps me engage and i prefer to lose sleep than to not know what’s happening next. I love how each character from the previous stories make appearances to keep up with current situations. From The Cho’s family to the De Lucas family and now here’s to what we are hoping to make it further even if it was arranged, the Morelli’s. I can’t wait to read more content. Nix is such an amazing writer.
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I loved this book! I love a redemption story. I wish that we could have found out about his sister’s mother. Did they find her? Book was awesome though!
Ughhhh, a month ago it was 5 chapters a week released and has been declining & now it is 2 chapters a week. Why has it changed? This is very frustrating to readers and why we leave and go elsewhere!!!!!
Book 2 of the De Luca Mafia series explores the relationship between Gabriella De Luca and Mariano Morelli. The scenes in Book 1 Gael’s Naughty Angel tease the readers about their relationship, and definitely made me wonder how they got to their current situation. The big difference between Book 1 and Book 2 is how the story is being told and written. Book 2 is in first-person POV, and I believe it is fitting and suits the story well. The title is Gabriella’s Hellfire and the POV makes it intimate as she is the heart of this plot and her hellfire is her relationship with Mariano Morelli. Only two chapters in but the book already has a solid grip on my attention, and now my desire to read their entire story is raging. Author Nix never ceases to amaze me with her storytelling and just like in GNA, I have full confidence that I will love and enjoy each chapter in Book 2. I look forward to the updates and to see what is in store for us as the story between Gabby and Mariano progresses from enemies to lovers. Happy reading and I hope everyone enjoys the story as much or even more than me.