Name: Nico
Rating: 4.4 (10 reviews)
ISBN: 9781250104038

Sarah Castille

Includes an excerpt from the next novel in the series entitled 'Luca.'

A Mafia Romance

Nico

Lover of Romance 

This review was originally posted on Addicted To Romance 
  
    
  
  
    Summary 
  
 
Nico Toscani, is part of the Toscani mob boss family. He rules in Las Vegas, and no one crosses him. He is good to those that are loyal to him and those that disobey suffer the consequences. He meets his match and daughter of his sworn enemy Mia Cordano. Mia has worked hard to separate herself as much as possible from the crime family she was born into. She is a legalized hacker, and when she is called in to do a job for a gambling hotel in Las Vegas she is more than eager, especially with the funds and the reputation it will give her. But after finishing the job, a guard pinches her ass and she slices him with her knife. Yeah a mob daughter you don't want to cross. But she is brought to Nico to pay the consequences for her actions. But Mia isn't afraid of Nico, and is bold and daring and Nico is captivated by this woman who was once a girl he fell hard for but could never be his. And even though he has other obligations, he can't resist the urge to protect and love this woman who heats his blood and makes him feel again...
 
  
    The Hero 
  
 
Nico Toscani, lost his mother when he was just a boy and wanted to be just like his father. To defend their family and protect and follow his ways which weren't the most desired among crime families. One that held honor and loyalty. But when his father was murdered, his uncle took over and refuses to give the title over to Nico even though he rightly deserves it. He wants to take it back but he must handle it very delicately or he could lose. Nico was one sexy hero and boy I loved the alpha in him. Definitely will give you shivers. He is total bad ass but not creepy and scary at all. I loved the way he treats those that work for him and the way he is with his buddies. His reactions were just fabulous to see unravel and I did like the way his character is so bold and dominates the room.
 
  
    The Heroine 
  
 
Mia grew up in the Cordano crime family, but she has worked hard to distance herself as much as possible. She wears outlandish clothes, is a hacker and got a college degree. She stands up to her father and has a temper. And boy I loved her. Despite the way her father treats her, I liked that she doesn't back down when its something she believes in. She has goals and dreams and isn't afraid to go after them. You have to admire that. I did enjoy seeing the way she handles our hero Nico. Even though there may be a part of her that fears him because she doesn't know him, she doesn't let it show. She has this wild untamed personality that is crazy and fun and I got a kick out of her character. She is protective of her younger sister especially. I enjoyed the way she handles problems and seeks solutions.
 
  
    Plot and Story Line 
  
 
In Nico, the first book in the latest series by Castille. We get an introduction to a Crime Boss romance. Now this has a  Romeo and Juliet type of feel only you get a HEA. Both are from rival crime families and so tension is pretty high in this book. But you don't really realize how forbidden their relationship is until later in the book. Their first meeting is sexy as sin and will give you shivers down the spine. I loved both of these characters. Their personalities are so opposite from each other in many ways. Nico is domineering and commanding and doesn't take no for an answer. And Mia, well she is crazy and fun and is unconventional. Not your typical future mob boss wife. But they just fit for each other in the ways that really matter. They get each other and they get the life they were born into. The emotional intimacy they build in this book is what really drew me in.

  
    You love it. You've never met a man like me, a man who can challenge and respect you, a man worthy of a woman like you
  

The sexual tension is high but you see so much development in the emotional side to their bond that you just get drawn in. I honestly couldn't put this book down and didn't want to. Their story was engaging and highly addicting and I can't wait to see what see brings us in Luca.
 
  
    The Cover 
  
 
Just a gorgeous cover we have here right? I just LOVE it!! I love the abs with the random placed tats.
 
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Nico is a forbidden romance that will leave you curling your toes in delight!! TALENT TO ADMIRE!
 
  
    
  
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This was not my first Sarah Castille book, but it was my first time reading a mafia romance. As I was familiar with the author’s work I was expecting this to be a great read and I was not disappointed. Nico is the first book in the Ruin and Revenge series and it can be read as a stand-alone.

Usually, when I hear the term mafia the words that come to mind are extortion, racketeering, violence, and death, but never romance. Nico plunged me into the world where all this was possible. In the process, I met men who saw women as property to be traded to the highest bidder. It didn’t matter if they were a part of their family. In the midst of all this, I was introduced to Mia Cordano, daughter to the head of the Cardano family.

Mia is not your typical mafia princess. She fought against the very system she grew up in, which led to her being at odds with her father. Her childhood was riddled with abuse The abuse was a weapon used by her father to break her, but it only made her stronger, which did not win any points with him. She was stubborn, feisty and independent which she proved when she left home to forge her own path. However, she would soon come to realise, that no matter how far she ran she could not escape her destiny.

Nico Toscani is the highest ranking capo of the Toscani family. All his life he has lived with the stigma of being the illegitimate son of the former head of the Toscani family. As a result, he had no claim to the legacy left by his father. Nico’s main focus was to avenge his father’s death and as such had no room for distractions. That was until he laid eyes on Mia which posed an even bigger problem as she was the daughter of the man he held responsible for his father’s death.

I enjoyed reading about all the characters, but I have to say that Mia was my favourite. She was a strong and selfless woman who was not afraid to fight for what she believed in. When her back was up against the wall, she was willing to sacrifice herself if it meant saving those she loved. It was these characteristics that Nico found intriguing and he was not above pulling out all the stops to win her over.

I loved how the story began. I knew from that moment that this was going to be an interesting read. Watching the interaction between Nico and Mia was entertaining. It was evident that they had a strong connection which was difficult for them to deny. I enjoyed the romance. Their love for each other was not an instantaneous affair. It grew over time and it had its share of obstacles which made it authentic and easy to relate to. 

This is not the kind of story that will make you cry. It’s the kind that may make you cringe at times from the violent scenes depicted. In spite of the violent images, I held on as I was curious to know how the story would unfold and I was glad I did.

Verdict: This was a great read. The portrayal of the mafia world was intriguing and at times dark and gritty. The characters were engaging and relatable. If you love stories with these elements, then you will enjoy Nico.

Nico A Mafia Romance

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