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The Accardi Twins #1
Cold King of New York
Seducing the enemy was the goal—not falling for my mafia boss.
As a rookie spy, my first mission is to seduce the Irish mafia boss's brother and prove he is behind the threat to the mafioso in The Big Apple.
It’s a dream job.
Except my new boss is sucking all the joy from my life. Don Joshua Accardi seems way too invested in my personal safety, and he’s constantly scolding me for taking too many risks.
Gone is the friendly older guy I knew growing up. His ex’s betrayal changed him. Now, Joshua is a cold, controlling man living his life by a rigid set of self-imposed rules.
He thinks he can push me around and I’ll do his bidding like every other woman in the city.
But I enjoy pushing back and seeing him lose his cool is the ultimate high.
Sparks constantly fly, and it’s not long before we cave to our insane chemistry.
Joshua has wormed his way into my heart, but the downside of loving a powerful man is getting noticed by his enemies.
Now, I’m a target and my mission just got a lot more dangerous.
As a rookie spy, my first mission is to seduce the Irish mafia boss's brother and prove he is behind the threat to the mafioso in The Big Apple.
It’s a dream job.
Except my new boss is sucking all the joy from my life. Don Joshua Accardi seems way too invested in my personal safety, and he’s constantly scolding me for taking too many risks.
Gone is the friendly older guy I knew growing up. His ex’s betrayal changed him. Now, Joshua is a cold, controlling man living his life by a rigid set of self-imposed rules.
He thinks he can push me around and I’ll do his bidding like every other woman in the city.
But I enjoy pushing back and seeing him lose his cool is the ultimate high.
Sparks constantly fly, and it’s not long before we cave to our insane chemistry.
Joshua has wormed his way into my heart, but the downside of loving a powerful man is getting noticed by his enemies.
Now, I’m a target and my mission just got a lot more dangerous.
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Siobhan Davis™ is a USA Today, Wall Street Journal, and Amazon Top 5 bestselling romance author. Siobhan writes emotionally intense stories with swoon-worthy romance, complex characters, and tons of unexpected plot twists and turns that will have you flipping the pages beyond bedtime! She has sold over 2 million books, and her titles are translated into several languages.
Prior to becoming a full-time writer, Siobhan forged a successful corporate career in human resource management.
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Siobhan Davis™ is a USA Today, Wall Street Journal, and Amazon Top 5 bestselling romance author. Siobhan writes emotionally intense stories with swoon-worthy romance, complex characters, and tons of unexpected plot twists and turns that will have you flipping the pages beyond bedtime! She has sold over 2 million books, and her titles are translated into several languages.
Prior to becoming a full-time writer, Siobhan forged a successful corporate career in human resource management.
She lives in the Garden County of Ireland with her husband and two sons.
Connect with Siobhan:
Website: www.siobhandavis.com
Facebook: AuthorSiobhanDavis
Instagram: siobhandavisauthor
Email: siobhan@siobhandavis.com
TikTok: @siobhandavisauthor
Readers Group: https://bit.ly/35yTX14
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February 18, 2024
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May 27, 2024
***4,5 "You're my forever!!!" stars***
"You terrify me, Gia... The things I feel for you terrify me."
I Love the Mazzone Mafia world and I was anticipating the Accardi twins' stories for a long time!!! And they are finally here and I like that Siobhan Davis had add both twins in an interconnected duet... Yes, in the first part, we got to see Joshua Accardi and Gia Bianchi's story, and I can not wait to dive into the second part that is Caleb and Lili's story, but both books are interconnected with a background story and I love the idea behind that!!!
Gia and Joshua were pure fire together and their story was intense and very suspenseful!!!
"Attachments are not my thing. Love will never be something I indulge in again."
A new war is brewing in New York and the five ruling families are trying to find ways to face this new threat... Don Joshua Accardi is proposing a way to get into their rival's nest and Gia Bianchi is the girl for this task...
She needs to seduce the enemy and to learn his secrets, and Gia is very excited to be part of this mission!!!
But things are changing rapindly when her boss is starting to take her protection very seriously...
Everyone knows that Joshua Accardi is a coldhearted mafioso because of his ex's betrayal, but Gia is lighting a fire inside of him, a fire that has the ability to burn them both alive!!!
"She's fucking beautiful. How have I never noticed before?"
I loved Gia and Joshua very much!!!
Joshua had a hard exterior, but he was a softy from inside... He was so caring and protective of the people he loved!!! Yes, he had been hurt in the past and that betrayal made him stay away from most women, but Gia had made him feel things that he had long forgotten...
Gia was such a spitfire!!! She was sassy, she was strong, she was fearless!!! She was the perfect match for a man like Joshua... These two were the perfect match!!!
"You soften all my hard edges and make me want to be better for you."
Their story was very captivating and everything that were happening around them had me on the edge of my seat...
What will happen next??? How will be their future???
And what about Caleb and his Lili??? The girl that he loves and he had kept in arm's length for so long??? The girl who was always loving him, but whom had hurt so deeply???
I am really dying for their story!!!
I adore this world so much and I want Mrs. Davis to write more and more stories placed in here!!!
"She needs to forget about Caleb Accardi. He's not the one for her." {Gia talking about her best friend, Elisa}
**I received an ARC for the exchange of an honest review**
"You terrify me, Gia... The things I feel for you terrify me."
I Love the Mazzone Mafia world and I was anticipating the Accardi twins' stories for a long time!!! And they are finally here and I like that Siobhan Davis had add both twins in an interconnected duet... Yes, in the first part, we got to see Joshua Accardi and Gia Bianchi's story, and I can not wait to dive into the second part that is Caleb and Lili's story, but both books are interconnected with a background story and I love the idea behind that!!!
Gia and Joshua were pure fire together and their story was intense and very suspenseful!!!
"Attachments are not my thing. Love will never be something I indulge in again."
A new war is brewing in New York and the five ruling families are trying to find ways to face this new threat... Don Joshua Accardi is proposing a way to get into their rival's nest and Gia Bianchi is the girl for this task...
She needs to seduce the enemy and to learn his secrets, and Gia is very excited to be part of this mission!!!
But things are changing rapindly when her boss is starting to take her protection very seriously...
Everyone knows that Joshua Accardi is a coldhearted mafioso because of his ex's betrayal, but Gia is lighting a fire inside of him, a fire that has the ability to burn them both alive!!!
"She's fucking beautiful. How have I never noticed before?"
I loved Gia and Joshua very much!!!
Joshua had a hard exterior, but he was a softy from inside... He was so caring and protective of the people he loved!!! Yes, he had been hurt in the past and that betrayal made him stay away from most women, but Gia had made him feel things that he had long forgotten...
Gia was such a spitfire!!! She was sassy, she was strong, she was fearless!!! She was the perfect match for a man like Joshua... These two were the perfect match!!!
"You soften all my hard edges and make me want to be better for you."
Their story was very captivating and everything that were happening around them had me on the edge of my seat...
What will happen next??? How will be their future???
And what about Caleb and his Lili??? The girl that he loves and he had kept in arm's length for so long??? The girl who was always loving him, but whom had hurt so deeply???
I am really dying for their story!!!
I adore this world so much and I want Mrs. Davis to write more and more stories placed in here!!!
"She needs to forget about Caleb Accardi. He's not the one for her." {Gia talking about her best friend, Elisa}
**I received an ARC for the exchange of an honest review**
May 31, 2024
This is the first book in a duet, and my word, what a mindblowing start this story is!
Joshua is the Don of the Accardi family, one of the Five famalies in New York, but a betrayal changed him to become a cold hearted, contolling, and poweful man, who has sworn off love, and living his life by his self-imposed rules.
A brave and ferocious woman slips through his walls , making him feel things which he has not felt for a long time, and challenging him at every turn.
This is a well written action packed story, which has family, friendships emotions, complex characters, danger, suspense, intrigue, palpable chemistry, challenges, and leads to a mindblowing page turner.
I look forward to reading the conclusion of this brilliant duet, and I highly recommend this talented author's work.
Joshua is the Don of the Accardi family, one of the Five famalies in New York, but a betrayal changed him to become a cold hearted, contolling, and poweful man, who has sworn off love, and living his life by his self-imposed rules.
A brave and ferocious woman slips through his walls , making him feel things which he has not felt for a long time, and challenging him at every turn.
This is a well written action packed story, which has family, friendships emotions, complex characters, danger, suspense, intrigue, palpable chemistry, challenges, and leads to a mindblowing page turner.
I look forward to reading the conclusion of this brilliant duet, and I highly recommend this talented author's work.
June 2, 2024
I've been waiting for the twins' story and it's finally here. It was everything I wanted: suspense, heat, hot mafia guys, what more does a girl need in a good book? Joshua lives a dangerous life, now more than ever as the families are teetering on the edge of all-out war. The suspense in this one is off the charts so I couldn't put it down. I couldn't wait to see what was coming next because there's a lot of action. Gia is a sexy spy on a mission and she's my new girl-crush, just totally badass and awesome.
She's more than capable of handling the Irish boss's brother but working with Joshua is throwing her off a little. Don Joshua Accardi is self-assured and knows exactly what he wants but he can't stand the thought of Gia with that creep.
It's a dangerous mission and he's not happy about it, but she has a job to do and won't walk away. The future of the families depends on getting answers before their enemies can make another move and she's their best hope. The first book in the Accardi Twins duet and just wow. This book has it all. Twist and Turns take this story on a wild ride. I can't wait to see how the next book turns out. Caleb's story is up next and I can't wait.
Favorite qoutes:
"You pulled a gun on my future wife.
There's no coming back from that. I don't trust you around Gia, and I will do whatever is necessary to ensure she's protected. You are nothing to me, and she is everything."
"I have never felt this way about anyone. It's just you, Joshua. It will always just be you."
"I told you before I'd been in love previously, but I was wrong.
I never felt this with her, Gia.
What I had with Bettina was some form of puppy love, but it wasn't real or true, and it wouldn't have lasted. I know that now. I have never loved anyone the way I love you. You're it for me too."
"You're my forever."
"I love you so much. More than I can describe."
"Thank you for taking such good care of me. Thank you for loving me good."
She's more than capable of handling the Irish boss's brother but working with Joshua is throwing her off a little. Don Joshua Accardi is self-assured and knows exactly what he wants but he can't stand the thought of Gia with that creep.
It's a dangerous mission and he's not happy about it, but she has a job to do and won't walk away. The future of the families depends on getting answers before their enemies can make another move and she's their best hope. The first book in the Accardi Twins duet and just wow. This book has it all. Twist and Turns take this story on a wild ride. I can't wait to see how the next book turns out. Caleb's story is up next and I can't wait.
Favorite qoutes:
"You pulled a gun on my future wife.
There's no coming back from that. I don't trust you around Gia, and I will do whatever is necessary to ensure she's protected. You are nothing to me, and she is everything."
"I have never felt this way about anyone. It's just you, Joshua. It will always just be you."
"I told you before I'd been in love previously, but I was wrong.
I never felt this with her, Gia.
What I had with Bettina was some form of puppy love, but it wasn't real or true, and it wouldn't have lasted. I know that now. I have never loved anyone the way I love you. You're it for me too."
"You're my forever."
"I love you so much. More than I can describe."
"Thank you for taking such good care of me. Thank you for loving me good."
May 31, 2024
The Accardi Twins are here! And oh my goodness are they oh so delicious! I have a particularly ravenous fervor when it comes to Siobhan Davis’ mafia world. Gritty, adrenaline packed, edge of your seat entertaining, yet somehow resplendently romantic and swoony. I just can’t get enough of her mafia! And the Accardi Twins are everything I’ve come to adore from this world. They are edgy and alpha, sexy and domineering, but also deliciously dreamy and loving. I am wildly obsessed with both Joshua and Caleb! Cold King and Cruel King are addictive page turners- rife with mesmerizing characters, gripping mafia intrigue and action, titillating spice, and heart wrenching emotions.
Cold King gives us Joshua and Gia’s story. And if you love well-researched mafia stories with teeth, this one is the pinnacle. Siobhan beautifully marries a complex and layered story of deception and revenge. Siobahn loves a tough, bad-a heroine, and Gia is as fierce, dangerous, and courageous as they come, and I loved a heroine who saves the day as a mafia spy. A true equal, she can stand toe to toe with not one Accardi twin but the entire mafia world. This story is masterfully woven, with a mafia-suspense and danger-heavy twisting storyline that juxtaposes to a sweet but spicy romance.
I adored Joshua, but oh my did Caleb steal my heart is Cruel King. The brash and more reckless twin turns out to be the most epically swoony mafia book boyfriend in this win-her-back/prove his love story with family friend Elisa. I actually adore the softer mafia heroines, and Elisa is more gentle and vulnerable than the fierce Gia, but I love the power she finds as she finds her confidence and demands the right treatment. The opposites attract, she falls first but he falls harder magic of this one OWNED me. And holy hotness, what a delicious v-card losing journey. Meow. And the full circle moments that resolve the mafia elements carried over from the first book were fabulously entertaining.
Both books must be read in order since there is a broader story arc, so a true duet, even though each focuses on a different couple. Fast paced, sexy, and packed with tense and magnetic character chemistry, The Accardi Twins duet is yet another yummy addiction from the always brilliant Siobahn Davis. I cannot wait for more from this world!
Cold King gives us Joshua and Gia’s story. And if you love well-researched mafia stories with teeth, this one is the pinnacle. Siobhan beautifully marries a complex and layered story of deception and revenge. Siobahn loves a tough, bad-a heroine, and Gia is as fierce, dangerous, and courageous as they come, and I loved a heroine who saves the day as a mafia spy. A true equal, she can stand toe to toe with not one Accardi twin but the entire mafia world. This story is masterfully woven, with a mafia-suspense and danger-heavy twisting storyline that juxtaposes to a sweet but spicy romance.
I adored Joshua, but oh my did Caleb steal my heart is Cruel King. The brash and more reckless twin turns out to be the most epically swoony mafia book boyfriend in this win-her-back/prove his love story with family friend Elisa. I actually adore the softer mafia heroines, and Elisa is more gentle and vulnerable than the fierce Gia, but I love the power she finds as she finds her confidence and demands the right treatment. The opposites attract, she falls first but he falls harder magic of this one OWNED me. And holy hotness, what a delicious v-card losing journey. Meow. And the full circle moments that resolve the mafia elements carried over from the first book were fabulously entertaining.
Both books must be read in order since there is a broader story arc, so a true duet, even though each focuses on a different couple. Fast paced, sexy, and packed with tense and magnetic character chemistry, The Accardi Twins duet is yet another yummy addiction from the always brilliant Siobahn Davis. I cannot wait for more from this world!
May 29, 2024
YES! YES! YES!
Siobhan holds nothing back in Cold King of New York. This is a phenomenal start for the Accardi twins.
Cold King of New York sets the stage and pace for this heart-pounding duet. From the very start, this story grips you and never lets go.
Siobhan truly knows how to create depth to her stories with her uncanny writing style. Her characters are multifaceted, and it becomes so easy to see things from their POV.
This story just flows perfectly as everything unfolds but also adding more twists and turns at the same time. Siobhan blends the romance in perfectly but never pulling away from the true plot of the story.
Cold King of New York is high intensity the entire time and keeps you right in the thick of everything.
I cannot wait to see how this all plays out in Cruel King of New York.
Siobhan holds nothing back in Cold King of New York. This is a phenomenal start for the Accardi twins.
Cold King of New York sets the stage and pace for this heart-pounding duet. From the very start, this story grips you and never lets go.
Siobhan truly knows how to create depth to her stories with her uncanny writing style. Her characters are multifaceted, and it becomes so easy to see things from their POV.
This story just flows perfectly as everything unfolds but also adding more twists and turns at the same time. Siobhan blends the romance in perfectly but never pulling away from the true plot of the story.
Cold King of New York is high intensity the entire time and keeps you right in the thick of everything.
I cannot wait to see how this all plays out in Cruel King of New York.
May 27, 2024
Oh my goodness. So good. If you're a fan of Sophie Lark and her kick butt females, you will love this one. Gia is now one of my favorite mafia heroines.
Gia is a rookie spy who's being sent on a mission to get close to a rival mafia leader. And by close, I mean close. In the mafia world, there's still some pushback on women having roles, though.
Don Joshua Accardi, though, kinda believes that she can be sent. They've known each other for years but haven't been close.
When she's spying, though, she's expecting to get close to her mark. Not to get close to Joshua. Joshua is super cold to love, though, having been betrayed by the person he thought he was going to marry.
There's some high stakes in this book. Being a spy is dangerous work, and Gia is in a precarious position. And being a Don is no easy task, especially when there's moles to be found.
This is a continuous storyline, though. I mean, you could read it as a standalone, but to understand Joshua (and his brother, Caleb), you really need to read Mazzone mafia.
Gia is a rookie spy who's being sent on a mission to get close to a rival mafia leader. And by close, I mean close. In the mafia world, there's still some pushback on women having roles, though.
Don Joshua Accardi, though, kinda believes that she can be sent. They've known each other for years but haven't been close.
When she's spying, though, she's expecting to get close to her mark. Not to get close to Joshua. Joshua is super cold to love, though, having been betrayed by the person he thought he was going to marry.
There's some high stakes in this book. Being a spy is dangerous work, and Gia is in a precarious position. And being a Don is no easy task, especially when there's moles to be found.
This is a continuous storyline, though. I mean, you could read it as a standalone, but to understand Joshua (and his brother, Caleb), you really need to read Mazzone mafia.
May 31, 2024
Oh my word, this book is hot, angsty and full of so much well everything mafia that you can’t help but be sucked in.
I love me a feisty heroine and Gia is one heck of a strong, independent woman that you just knew Joshua didn’t stand a chance. She is everything he didn’t know he needed and she pushes his boundaries at every turn letting him know that she will not be played with.
Joshua is a mafia Don who thinks he knows what he wants in life. He works hand in hand with his brother and they are on top of the world, until his world is knocked on its axis and he has to rely on Gia to help find the answers they need.
I am beyond anxious to read book 2 because things definitely took a turn and are about to get crazy!
I love me a feisty heroine and Gia is one heck of a strong, independent woman that you just knew Joshua didn’t stand a chance. She is everything he didn’t know he needed and she pushes his boundaries at every turn letting him know that she will not be played with.
Joshua is a mafia Don who thinks he knows what he wants in life. He works hand in hand with his brother and they are on top of the world, until his world is knocked on its axis and he has to rely on Gia to help find the answers they need.
I am beyond anxious to read book 2 because things definitely took a turn and are about to get crazy!
May 31, 2024
Cold King of New York by Siobhan Davis was a sensational mix of sexy, dangerous and emotional. Joshua and Gia's adrenaline filled and emotionally charged love story took me on a rollercoaster. If you love a strong and bada&& heroine, Gia will be in your must read list. I love how Joshua was equally protective and supportive of Gia. Give an alpha antihero who worships his woman while letting her live on edge..and I am sold!
The New York mafia families are facing a deeply troubling issue. Someone is stealing their drug shipment and they suspect it's one of the traitor in their Irish Mafia alliance. They cannot prove it so they need someone to go undercover. To seduce Liam McDermott and get incriminating evidence. Gia is from mafia family and she is among the few trained female informant agents. Joshua Accardi, one of the Dons of Accardi family is the one running everything. It is a very dangerous mission. And Joshua is finding his fascination and attraction for Gia to be a trouble. Will Gia put herself in some serious danger for sake of her family? There are several trigger like trauma, graphic violence and sexual assault so read responsibly.
I love when mafia romance comes with a very strong FMC. Gia isn't just any mafia daughter. She is a lethal weapon. She is the edgy combination of beautiful, sinful and fatal. She is highly confidence and has a razor sharp mind. She isn't afraid of anything and keep a very calm mind in face of trouble. I have such a girl crush on her! Think Charlie's Angels or Black Widow in the Avengers. Joshua may be the alpha but Gia challenges him at every step. He has hidden his dark sides behind his legitimate business and the world sees him a successful billionaire in suit. But he is actually quiet ruthless and explosive when needed. I loved the combination. Gia had to seduce the enemy and it was driving Joshua wild in worry and jealousy. But he never ever tried to control her mission or undermine her decisions. If he was angry or upset, it was because he cared deeply for her. He has been heartbroken years ago and he let the resentment and bitterness rule his heart when it comes to falling in love again. He just didn't realise it until Gia forced him to open himself. Their chemistry is scorching hot. Joshua was the alpha when needed and when Gia needed someone to hold her broken pieces together after getting abused and almost killed..Joshua was there at every step.The action and suspense was so good. The plot was fast paced and full of twists and I was completely lost in it. I cannot wait to read Caleb's story.
I reviewed an early copy voluntarily
The New York mafia families are facing a deeply troubling issue. Someone is stealing their drug shipment and they suspect it's one of the traitor in their Irish Mafia alliance. They cannot prove it so they need someone to go undercover. To seduce Liam McDermott and get incriminating evidence. Gia is from mafia family and she is among the few trained female informant agents. Joshua Accardi, one of the Dons of Accardi family is the one running everything. It is a very dangerous mission. And Joshua is finding his fascination and attraction for Gia to be a trouble. Will Gia put herself in some serious danger for sake of her family? There are several trigger like trauma, graphic violence and sexual assault so read responsibly.
I love when mafia romance comes with a very strong FMC. Gia isn't just any mafia daughter. She is a lethal weapon. She is the edgy combination of beautiful, sinful and fatal. She is highly confidence and has a razor sharp mind. She isn't afraid of anything and keep a very calm mind in face of trouble. I have such a girl crush on her! Think Charlie's Angels or Black Widow in the Avengers. Joshua may be the alpha but Gia challenges him at every step. He has hidden his dark sides behind his legitimate business and the world sees him a successful billionaire in suit. But he is actually quiet ruthless and explosive when needed. I loved the combination. Gia had to seduce the enemy and it was driving Joshua wild in worry and jealousy. But he never ever tried to control her mission or undermine her decisions. If he was angry or upset, it was because he cared deeply for her. He has been heartbroken years ago and he let the resentment and bitterness rule his heart when it comes to falling in love again. He just didn't realise it until Gia forced him to open himself. Their chemistry is scorching hot. Joshua was the alpha when needed and when Gia needed someone to hold her broken pieces together after getting abused and almost killed..Joshua was there at every step.The action and suspense was so good. The plot was fast paced and full of twists and I was completely lost in it. I cannot wait to read Caleb's story.
I reviewed an early copy voluntarily
May 30, 2024
Cold King of New York is the first book in Siobhan Davis's The Accardi Twins Duet and is Joshua and Gia's insanely addictive story.
Cold King of New York is an incredible, action filled mafia romance that will hook you from the very start and with every twist and turn there is plenty going on to keep you entertained and just like me you'll be unwilling to leave this addictive world Siobhan has created, especially with that cliff-hanger!
I absolutely loved the characters in this book, Gia is a total bad@**, I absolutely LOVED her, I wish I had a little bit of Gia in me! And Joshua is just as amazing as Gia, he may be a Don but he will do anything and everything for the people he loves and there is a secret soft side to him that made me fall even harder.
I truly loved Cold King of New York, I could not put it down until I devoured it all and I cannot wait for Caleb's book, because if it's anything like Joshua's it's going to be spectacular, especially with the glimpses we've seen of Caleb and Elisa.
Cold King of New York is pure dark and steamy goodness with a forbidden aspect that you will not be able to get off of your mind no matter how long it's been since you've finished it! And I cannot wait to see what happens next in this addictive duet.
I received an ARC of Cold King of New York and I am voluntarily leaving my review.
Cold King of New York is an incredible, action filled mafia romance that will hook you from the very start and with every twist and turn there is plenty going on to keep you entertained and just like me you'll be unwilling to leave this addictive world Siobhan has created, especially with that cliff-hanger!
I absolutely loved the characters in this book, Gia is a total bad@**, I absolutely LOVED her, I wish I had a little bit of Gia in me! And Joshua is just as amazing as Gia, he may be a Don but he will do anything and everything for the people he loves and there is a secret soft side to him that made me fall even harder.
I truly loved Cold King of New York, I could not put it down until I devoured it all and I cannot wait for Caleb's book, because if it's anything like Joshua's it's going to be spectacular, especially with the glimpses we've seen of Caleb and Elisa.
Cold King of New York is pure dark and steamy goodness with a forbidden aspect that you will not be able to get off of your mind no matter how long it's been since you've finished it! And I cannot wait to see what happens next in this addictive duet.
I received an ARC of Cold King of New York and I am voluntarily leaving my review.
May 31, 2024
Cold King of New York is the first book in a mafia romance duet, this is an interconnected series set in the Mazzone Mafia world. This can be read as a standalone which is how I read this however I would recommend starting with the Mazzone Mafia World Series for the best reading experience.
This was my first experience reading this author, I had been meaning to dive into her other stories for a while now but this was the perfect opportunity and I absolutely devoured this book from start to finish, I really enjoyed the writing style of this book and these characters were absolute perfection. I will definitely be checking out this authors other books as soon as possible.
This was my first experience reading this author, I had been meaning to dive into her other stories for a while now but this was the perfect opportunity and I absolutely devoured this book from start to finish, I really enjoyed the writing style of this book and these characters were absolute perfection. I will definitely be checking out this authors other books as soon as possible.
May 29, 2024
Wow this book definitely brings the action and twists as we get a dangerous mafia mystery with some fabulous romance sprinkled in. I was definitely entertained by this book and cold Don Joshua. I always love seeing a cold man thaw and the fiery Gia is the only one that do the job. There's a spy and handler relationship aspect that I loved as it added a smidgen of forbidden to this tale. And if you're a fan of take no prisoners heroines...Gia will fill your up. Her strength and resilience is so admirable while she somehow keeps her big heart present.
May 28, 2024
thank you Siobhan for giving me Accardi twins, i am obsessed with them and as soon as this is on i am diving into book two because , WOMEN, you can't finish book like that, i was cursing you, i'm not gonna lie, i really did, i still love you, but damn.
you into mafia ? yes ? good, it's in the book.
you into hot, cocky, touche her and i'll kill you MCs ? yes ? good, because oh, it's in the book.
you into fierce, stay out of my way FCs ? yes ? good, because she is waiting for you, in this book.
hate / love relationship ? yes ? good, it's in the book.
grabs her neck and fucks her until she's not able to walk properly ? no ? oh shut up, we all know it's a yes and yes, it's. in. the. book.
you will love Joshua Accardi and Gia Bianchi, they are soo damn hot. they will steal your whole attention. their hate, lust, love, vulnerability. everything is there and more. if you are on your way to read them, i just want to say one thing, and one thing only beside enjoy this little twisted mafia world, DIBS on Joshua, and while we're here, DIBS on his twin brother also. okay byeee 🩷
ps. this is a little on the slow burn side and there is a few possible TW for some, so be ready to read them before you dive in the book 🩷
you into mafia ? yes ? good, it's in the book.
you into hot, cocky, touche her and i'll kill you MCs ? yes ? good, because oh, it's in the book.
you into fierce, stay out of my way FCs ? yes ? good, because she is waiting for you, in this book.
hate / love relationship ? yes ? good, it's in the book.
grabs her neck and fucks her until she's not able to walk properly ? no ? oh shut up, we all know it's a yes and yes, it's. in. the. book.
you will love Joshua Accardi and Gia Bianchi, they are soo damn hot. they will steal your whole attention. their hate, lust, love, vulnerability. everything is there and more. if you are on your way to read them, i just want to say one thing, and one thing only beside enjoy this little twisted mafia world, DIBS on Joshua, and while we're here, DIBS on his twin brother also. okay byeee 🩷
ps. this is a little on the slow burn side and there is a few possible TW for some, so be ready to read them before you dive in the book 🩷
May 22, 2024
✨𝗥𝗲𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄 + 𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲𝘀 + 𝗾𝘂𝗼𝘁𝗲𝘀 ✨
𝐼 ℎ𝑎𝑣𝑒 𝑛𝑒𝑣𝑒𝑟 𝑙𝑜𝑣𝑒𝑑 𝑎𝑛𝑦𝑜𝑛𝑒 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑤𝑎𝑦 𝐼 𝑙𝑜𝑣𝑒 𝑦𝑜𝑢. 𝑌𝑜𝑢’𝑟𝑒 𝑖𝑡 𝑓𝑜𝑟 𝑚𝑒 𝑡𝑜𝑜.�� 𝐻𝑒 𝑟𝑒𝑎𝑐ℎ𝑒𝑠 𝑢𝑝 𝑡𝑜 𝑘𝑖𝑠𝑠 𝑚𝑒. “𝑌𝑜𝑢’𝑟𝑒 𝑚𝑦 𝑓𝑜𝑟𝑒𝑣𝑒𝑟.”
✨ Spin Off
✨ Mafia Romance
✨ 1st person , Dual POV
✨ Spice 🌶️🌶️
✨ Big family
✨ Badass spy FMC
✨ Mafioso MMC
✨ He doesn’t believe in love after being cheated on.
✨ Big and solid plot with plot twists
✨ Touch him / her and 💀 literally
⚠️ Check TW
🗓️ May 31th
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
I knew it would be a 5⭐️ even before it was written.. a bit much ? I don’t care , I was waiting for the twins to have their HEA. And I’m not disappointed..
Maybe I’m biased because I absolutely love Siobhan stories , and because of her I have a hard time reading other contemporary romance …
It’s not a light book, even if it’s a spin off and can be read as a standalone I highly suggest to read the original series to have all the background stories.
As always with Siobhan the plot is super solid , she took care of the romance and the storyline of the plot with twists and a cliffhanger that I didn’t see coming 👀 and the romance is emotional with a hot new book boyfriend.
Yes, It’s a page turner. I loved it .
𝐼 ℎ𝑎𝑣𝑒 𝑛𝑒𝑣𝑒𝑟 𝑙𝑜𝑣𝑒𝑑 𝑎𝑛𝑦𝑜𝑛𝑒 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑤𝑎𝑦 𝐼 𝑙𝑜𝑣𝑒 𝑦𝑜𝑢. 𝑌𝑜𝑢’𝑟𝑒 𝑖𝑡 𝑓𝑜𝑟 𝑚𝑒 𝑡𝑜𝑜.�� 𝐻𝑒 𝑟𝑒𝑎𝑐ℎ𝑒𝑠 𝑢𝑝 𝑡𝑜 𝑘𝑖𝑠𝑠 𝑚𝑒. “𝑌𝑜𝑢’𝑟𝑒 𝑚𝑦 𝑓𝑜𝑟𝑒𝑣𝑒𝑟.”
✨ Spin Off
✨ Mafia Romance
✨ 1st person , Dual POV
✨ Spice 🌶️🌶️
✨ Big family
✨ Badass spy FMC
✨ Mafioso MMC
✨ He doesn’t believe in love after being cheated on.
✨ Big and solid plot with plot twists
✨ Touch him / her and 💀 literally
⚠️ Check TW
🗓️ May 31th
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
I knew it would be a 5⭐️ even before it was written.. a bit much ? I don’t care , I was waiting for the twins to have their HEA. And I’m not disappointed..
Maybe I’m biased because I absolutely love Siobhan stories , and because of her I have a hard time reading other contemporary romance …
It’s not a light book, even if it’s a spin off and can be read as a standalone I highly suggest to read the original series to have all the background stories.
As always with Siobhan the plot is super solid , she took care of the romance and the storyline of the plot with twists and a cliffhanger that I didn’t see coming 👀 and the romance is emotional with a hot new book boyfriend.
Yes, It’s a page turner. I loved it .
May 24, 2024
The "Cold King" lives up to his name and I'm dying for more. This had been a long awaited book and it lives up to my expectations. You have the mafia, a possessive hero, beautiful heroine, and broody males that make this a story you will not want to put down. The story will keep you entertained with its twists and turns. The main characters have such an intense chemistry that will make you wish someone will look at you that way. There is great flow to the story from beginning to end and I loved the characters. One thing that I didn't like was it was kind of hard to follow the action scene but it didn't deter me to much. Everything about this book will keep you guessing and I cannot wait to read book 2.
May 25, 2024
This is a shining example of why Siobhan Davis writes my favourite mafia romance books. This book has it all. It's full of action and twists and turns and had me on the edge of my seat the entire time.
Joshua and Gia are the perfect match. I always knew Joshua would fall hard, and I was not disappointed.
Joshua definitely brings the swoon in this book!
Gia is the perfect leading lady. She is strong and defiant and can take care of herself and is equal to Joshua in every way.
I always knew this Duet would be phenomenal, but this book has blown me away, and I cant wait for Calebs book.
Joshua and Gia are the perfect match. I always knew Joshua would fall hard, and I was not disappointed.
Joshua definitely brings the swoon in this book!
Gia is the perfect leading lady. She is strong and defiant and can take care of herself and is equal to Joshua in every way.
I always knew this Duet would be phenomenal, but this book has blown me away, and I cant wait for Calebs book.
May 19, 2024
5⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Tropes:
🖤dark romance
🩶possessive hero
🖤mafia
🩶suspense
🖤dual pov
Holy mother of God!! This book was amazing.. but hold on to your pants because this one takes us on a roller coaster ride.. it’s no secret that Siobhan is one of my favorites and this book is no exception. This is book 1 in the duet.
Joshua is the Don of the Accardi family, one of the Five famalies in New York, but a betrayal by a woman he trusted has made him a different person. It has made him to be controlling, cold and someone who has given up on love and relationships.
Joshua knows Gia through his mom and he's only ever seen her as a little girl, but now she’s a grown woman. Joshua tries to keep Gia at arm’s length but she gets through his defenses. She makes him feel again which he has not had happen in a long time, all while she was still challenging him.
This story had it all…. It is layered, complicated, and had so many twists and turns as any Siobhan book does. It keeps you reading and it is an utter page turner. I couldn't put this book down. Please read the TW as this has a few……I can’t even wait to read Caleb’s story and book two in this duet. another Siobhan masterpiece 🖤
Tropes:
🖤dark romance
🩶possessive hero
🖤mafia
🩶suspense
🖤dual pov
Holy mother of God!! This book was amazing.. but hold on to your pants because this one takes us on a roller coaster ride.. it’s no secret that Siobhan is one of my favorites and this book is no exception. This is book 1 in the duet.
Joshua is the Don of the Accardi family, one of the Five famalies in New York, but a betrayal by a woman he trusted has made him a different person. It has made him to be controlling, cold and someone who has given up on love and relationships.
Joshua knows Gia through his mom and he's only ever seen her as a little girl, but now she’s a grown woman. Joshua tries to keep Gia at arm’s length but she gets through his defenses. She makes him feel again which he has not had happen in a long time, all while she was still challenging him.
This story had it all…. It is layered, complicated, and had so many twists and turns as any Siobhan book does. It keeps you reading and it is an utter page turner. I couldn't put this book down. Please read the TW as this has a few……I can’t even wait to read Caleb’s story and book two in this duet. another Siobhan masterpiece 🖤
June 2, 2024
dnf
i could not get into the writing style of this book
i could not get into the writing style of this book
May 25, 2024
I have been dying for the Accardi twins and Mrs. Davis didn’t disappoint! This was a fantastic way to start off this duet it has strong likable characters suspense and steam plentiful and a plot that keeps me on my toes from beginning to that epic cliffhanger! I can’t wait for the next book already! It’s so good to be back in this dark and dangerous world!
May 17, 2024
I read A-LOT of Mafia books (it's one of my favorite romance tropes) and Siobhan did an amazing job at introducing us to each character with background + description. She gave us a great plot to follow, very clear and obvious in what you thought. But WHOA!! Talk about plot twists and turns. I was devasted and hooked. Where I thought something would happen…. but whether it was the result or the event was different to what I thought. Which, I feel like Siobhan excels at; she always keeps my on my toes lol.
Dual POV, trigger galore and twisted as all hell, Gia, Joshua and la famiglia aim to wreak havoc on the people that decided to betray them. Sit back, grab a glass of wine (because trust me, you’ll need it), and get ready for a bumpy ride my friends! You’re in for a treat!
Dual POV, trigger galore and twisted as all hell, Gia, Joshua and la famiglia aim to wreak havoc on the people that decided to betray them. Sit back, grab a glass of wine (because trust me, you’ll need it), and get ready for a bumpy ride my friends! You’re in for a treat!
May 19, 2024
Cold King of New York by S. Davis is the first book in the Accardi Twins Duet. The fitting introduction to characters and storyline.
Gia is assigned to the brother of an irish mob boss. Joshua is the head of la familigia. A dark swoony mob story that gives all the feels, raw and gritty, heartwrenching. Deserves all the stars, excellent written and thought out.
A fantastic first book in the duet.
Gia is assigned to the brother of an irish mob boss. Joshua is the head of la familigia. A dark swoony mob story that gives all the feels, raw and gritty, heartwrenching. Deserves all the stars, excellent written and thought out.
A fantastic first book in the duet.
May 31, 2024
Cold King of New York (The Accardi Twins Duet Book 1)
By: Siobhan Davis
📚💕⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️💕📚
And so much more, sigh!
In yet another heart stomping book from Siobhan Davis we get Don Joshua Accardi and Gia. She thought she knew what to expect from her new boss but betrayal will change a man. Controlling, often unkind and demanding just to name some of the things he’s doing to drive Gia. The question is will it be closer to him or have her running. The angst and passion have equal footing in this book. The unknown more often than I expected and I’ve read roughly a book a day for the past 10 years and this book definitely had me gasping through the entire book. The authors writing is flawless and the words are so captivating, the plot had so many twists and turns and none that I was expecting, and many shockingly intimate I have become a huge fan of this author. The author writes with so much intensity and emotion pulled from each book it’s felt page after page. Some are quick witted story lines are so perfect and lets you believe you have a front row seat. So being able to read this love story didn’t disappoint. The authors ability to have two separate individuals struggling in their everyday life and try to navigate someone else’s thoughts, needs and desires was intense and gives all the fills.
Authors Blurb: As a rookie spy, my first mission is to seduce the Irish mafia boss's brother and prove he is behind the threat to the mafioso in The Big Apple.
It’s a dream job.
Except my new boss is sucking all the joy from my life. Don Joshua Accardi seems way too invested in my personal safety, and he’s constantly scolding me for taking too many risks.
Gone is the friendly older guy I knew growing up. His ex’s betrayal changed him. Now, Joshua is a cold, controlling man living his life by a rigid set of self-imposed rules.
He thinks he can push me around and I’ll do his bidding like every other woman in the city.
But I enjoy pushing back and seeing him lose his cool is the ultimate high.
Sparks constantly fly, and it’s not long before we cave to our insane chemistry.
Joshua has wormed his way into my heart, but the downside of loving a powerful man is getting noticed by his enemies.
Now, I’m a target and my mission just got a lot more dangerous.
This book has everything I love in a book. Then you add that it's beautifully written and believable. It is easily a five star read. Written in single POV this story flows so incredibly well that the next thing you know your 80% into the book and loving every second of it. The believable way the characters interact is perfect. Run, Hop, Jump or use your (1 click) finger to do whatever you have to do and get this amazing book. It'll break your heart, you'll want to scream with frustration and it'll let you discover that love just might conquer all. The chemistry is steamy and sweet and oh so romantic.
By: Siobhan Davis
📚💕⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️💕📚
And so much more, sigh!
In yet another heart stomping book from Siobhan Davis we get Don Joshua Accardi and Gia. She thought she knew what to expect from her new boss but betrayal will change a man. Controlling, often unkind and demanding just to name some of the things he’s doing to drive Gia. The question is will it be closer to him or have her running. The angst and passion have equal footing in this book. The unknown more often than I expected and I’ve read roughly a book a day for the past 10 years and this book definitely had me gasping through the entire book. The authors writing is flawless and the words are so captivating, the plot had so many twists and turns and none that I was expecting, and many shockingly intimate I have become a huge fan of this author. The author writes with so much intensity and emotion pulled from each book it’s felt page after page. Some are quick witted story lines are so perfect and lets you believe you have a front row seat. So being able to read this love story didn’t disappoint. The authors ability to have two separate individuals struggling in their everyday life and try to navigate someone else’s thoughts, needs and desires was intense and gives all the fills.
Authors Blurb: As a rookie spy, my first mission is to seduce the Irish mafia boss's brother and prove he is behind the threat to the mafioso in The Big Apple.
It’s a dream job.
Except my new boss is sucking all the joy from my life. Don Joshua Accardi seems way too invested in my personal safety, and he’s constantly scolding me for taking too many risks.
Gone is the friendly older guy I knew growing up. His ex’s betrayal changed him. Now, Joshua is a cold, controlling man living his life by a rigid set of self-imposed rules.
He thinks he can push me around and I’ll do his bidding like every other woman in the city.
But I enjoy pushing back and seeing him lose his cool is the ultimate high.
Sparks constantly fly, and it’s not long before we cave to our insane chemistry.
Joshua has wormed his way into my heart, but the downside of loving a powerful man is getting noticed by his enemies.
Now, I’m a target and my mission just got a lot more dangerous.
This book has everything I love in a book. Then you add that it's beautifully written and believable. It is easily a five star read. Written in single POV this story flows so incredibly well that the next thing you know your 80% into the book and loving every second of it. The believable way the characters interact is perfect. Run, Hop, Jump or use your (1 click) finger to do whatever you have to do and get this amazing book. It'll break your heart, you'll want to scream with frustration and it'll let you discover that love just might conquer all. The chemistry is steamy and sweet and oh so romantic.
June 4, 2024
Rating: ☆☆☆☆ Spice: 🌶🌶
Angst: 💔💔💔
Cliffhanger? ✔️
Do I recommend it? ✔️
Tropes: dark mafia romance, enemies to lovers, romantic suspense, billionaire, forced proximity, touch her and 💀, kidnapping, spy heroine/closed off mafia don, boss/employee, protector
Seducing the enemy was the goal—not falling for her mafia boss. As a rookie spy, Gia's first mission is to seduce the Irish mafia boss's brother and prove he is behind the threat to the mafioso in The Big Apple. It’s a dream job. Except her new boss is sucking all the joy from her life. Don Joshua Accardi seems way too invested in her personal safety, and he’s constantly scolding her for taking too many risks. Gone is the friendly older guy Gia knew growing up. His ex’s betrayal changed him. Now, Joshua is a cold, controlling man living his life by a rigid set of self-imposed rules. He thinks he can push her around, and she'll do his bidding like every other woman in the city. But she enjoys pushing back, and seeing him lose his cool is the ultimate high. Sparks constantly fly, and it’s not long before they cave to their insane chemistry. Joshua has wormed his way into Gia's heart, but the downside of loving a powerful man is getting noticed by his enemies. Now, she's a target, and her mission just got a lot more dangerous.
Every time I finish a book by Siobhan Davis, I am blown away by her creative genius that's present in every book. The plot was layered and kept me guessing all the way until the last page. It was truly unpredictable. The love story held an insta-lust feel, but I kept reminding myself that they had known each other for much longer. Gia is badass and fully capable of achieving her undercover goal, but I still held my breath during some moments. I read on the edge of my seat, and my heart is still flying after reading that cliffhanger. The best part? Book two is already available and waiting on my Kindle. Start reading now. This is my honest opinion, freely given.
Angst: 💔💔💔
Cliffhanger? ✔️
Do I recommend it? ✔️
Tropes: dark mafia romance, enemies to lovers, romantic suspense, billionaire, forced proximity, touch her and 💀, kidnapping, spy heroine/closed off mafia don, boss/employee, protector
Seducing the enemy was the goal—not falling for her mafia boss. As a rookie spy, Gia's first mission is to seduce the Irish mafia boss's brother and prove he is behind the threat to the mafioso in The Big Apple. It’s a dream job. Except her new boss is sucking all the joy from her life. Don Joshua Accardi seems way too invested in her personal safety, and he’s constantly scolding her for taking too many risks. Gone is the friendly older guy Gia knew growing up. His ex’s betrayal changed him. Now, Joshua is a cold, controlling man living his life by a rigid set of self-imposed rules. He thinks he can push her around, and she'll do his bidding like every other woman in the city. But she enjoys pushing back, and seeing him lose his cool is the ultimate high. Sparks constantly fly, and it’s not long before they cave to their insane chemistry. Joshua has wormed his way into Gia's heart, but the downside of loving a powerful man is getting noticed by his enemies. Now, she's a target, and her mission just got a lot more dangerous.
Every time I finish a book by Siobhan Davis, I am blown away by her creative genius that's present in every book. The plot was layered and kept me guessing all the way until the last page. It was truly unpredictable. The love story held an insta-lust feel, but I kept reminding myself that they had known each other for much longer. Gia is badass and fully capable of achieving her undercover goal, but I still held my breath during some moments. I read on the edge of my seat, and my heart is still flying after reading that cliffhanger. The best part? Book two is already available and waiting on my Kindle. Start reading now. This is my honest opinion, freely given.
May 20, 2024
Wow ~ I absolutely loved being back in the Mazzone mafia world. Cold king of New York was a sinfully addictive read that held me captive from the first page to the last.. I’ve literally just finished & I was completely hooked from start to finish.
It’s safe to say, Siobhan has once again completely smashed it with another hit, making it a top read of 2024……. Hold on tight, you’re in for a ride !!
CKONY is a spin off to Siobhan’s amazing interconnected Mazzone series, you don’t need to have previously read the Mazzone series but I’d highly recommend it.
Joshua & Caleb Accardi are both made men & members of the commission, now run by Massimo Greco, alongside Ben Mazzone & his best friend Fierro. Both inherit their family businesses when they turn 21.
Joshua is organised & controlled, he has turned their failing shipping business into luxury cruise liners, while Caleb is more reckless, he’s the front man to their clothing & fashion label. Despite their different personalities, there is no denying how close the twins are, they have an unquestionable bond & will literally give their lives to protect one another.
Both go to extreme lengths to protect the criminal side to their businesses, hiding their much darker reputation from the general public.
The Commission is under increasing threat from the Irish. They suspect they’re being double crossed. Their shipments & deliveries are being intercepted & stolen.
Even though the mafiosa once ruled with an iron fist & violence was the norm the organisation has moved with the times, information is now the key currency. The commission now has a network of spies to protect their interests. Now Including women to join the organisation.
Gia Bianchi graduated with a degree in computer science from NYU & signed up to join the commission . She’s called into a meeting with the most powerful Dons in the US, where she’s offered an assignment to infiltrate the Irish by seducing their main suspect, trained in combat she’s the ideal candidate to find evidence to bring the enemy to their knees. She jumps at the chance to prove herself.
Joshua is assigned as her handler while she on assignment, gone is the sweet, kind boy she remembers . Now he’s cold & closed off.
Joshua knows Gia through his mum, (she’s best friends with Gia’s mum) he’s only ever seen her as a child but there’s no denying she’s all grown up, Joshua has sworn off love, he’s shocked at the chemistry that crackles between them, there’s an immediate connection. Despite Joshua trying his best to keep Gia at arms length & keep their interactions as purely professional.
There’s a magnetic, mutual attraction. she has effortlessly woven her way in his head & heart.
Joshua & Gia are the DEFINITION OF PASSION. they were so hot and so meant to be the angst, the back & forth & TENSION 🔥🔥
I have never craved the release of a book, like I did this one! To say I devoured this book would be an understatement.
This has everything I want, sex, secrets, suspense & chemistry . Addictive in the best way! A wonderful web of secrets, lies and deceit. This is, without a doubt, a dark romance, but beneath the dirty talk and hot, hot scenes there's a vulnerability that leaves you breathless. It's sweet at the same time that it's sadistic. It's heartfelt at the same time that it's ruthless.
I can’t wait to dive into Cruel King of New York ~ I can say for certain this will be my favorite book/duet of 2024
It’s safe to say, Siobhan has once again completely smashed it with another hit, making it a top read of 2024……. Hold on tight, you’re in for a ride !!
CKONY is a spin off to Siobhan’s amazing interconnected Mazzone series, you don’t need to have previously read the Mazzone series but I’d highly recommend it.
Joshua & Caleb Accardi are both made men & members of the commission, now run by Massimo Greco, alongside Ben Mazzone & his best friend Fierro. Both inherit their family businesses when they turn 21.
Joshua is organised & controlled, he has turned their failing shipping business into luxury cruise liners, while Caleb is more reckless, he’s the front man to their clothing & fashion label. Despite their different personalities, there is no denying how close the twins are, they have an unquestionable bond & will literally give their lives to protect one another.
Both go to extreme lengths to protect the criminal side to their businesses, hiding their much darker reputation from the general public.
The Commission is under increasing threat from the Irish. They suspect they’re being double crossed. Their shipments & deliveries are being intercepted & stolen.
Even though the mafiosa once ruled with an iron fist & violence was the norm the organisation has moved with the times, information is now the key currency. The commission now has a network of spies to protect their interests. Now Including women to join the organisation.
Gia Bianchi graduated with a degree in computer science from NYU & signed up to join the commission . She’s called into a meeting with the most powerful Dons in the US, where she’s offered an assignment to infiltrate the Irish by seducing their main suspect, trained in combat she’s the ideal candidate to find evidence to bring the enemy to their knees. She jumps at the chance to prove herself.
Joshua is assigned as her handler while she on assignment, gone is the sweet, kind boy she remembers . Now he’s cold & closed off.
Joshua knows Gia through his mum, (she’s best friends with Gia’s mum) he’s only ever seen her as a child but there’s no denying she’s all grown up, Joshua has sworn off love, he’s shocked at the chemistry that crackles between them, there’s an immediate connection. Despite Joshua trying his best to keep Gia at arms length & keep their interactions as purely professional.
There’s a magnetic, mutual attraction. she has effortlessly woven her way in his head & heart.
Joshua & Gia are the DEFINITION OF PASSION. they were so hot and so meant to be the angst, the back & forth & TENSION 🔥🔥
I have never craved the release of a book, like I did this one! To say I devoured this book would be an understatement.
This has everything I want, sex, secrets, suspense & chemistry . Addictive in the best way! A wonderful web of secrets, lies and deceit. This is, without a doubt, a dark romance, but beneath the dirty talk and hot, hot scenes there's a vulnerability that leaves you breathless. It's sweet at the same time that it's sadistic. It's heartfelt at the same time that it's ruthless.
I can’t wait to dive into Cruel King of New York ~ I can say for certain this will be my favorite book/duet of 2024
June 9, 2024
Meh Didn't Feel Real
The Green Pill of Toxicity Strikes Again.
So, Irish bitch here, grew up in Ardoyne, Belfast, so lets say, I'm pretty clued in when it comes to Irish attitudes towards this kinda malarky.
Anyway, I kinda don't care watch happens to Gia, given she joins in and allows what she allows.
What does she allow?
Well, the first thing that groups of men agree on, when they ally up to fight other groups of men, is that what the soldiers do to "their" women, doesn't get touched, because they are fighting wars.
I have the stats of Belfast sex crimes, ans West Belfast, the home of republican and loyalist paramilitaries, only has a fifth of the sex crime convictions that each other area of Belfast, each one had more than five more than West Belfast.
Anyway, Gia lets "other women" get raped by the soldiers around her and her boss will let it happen too. This is what hierarchial men must allow.
So its kinda hard to empathise with her and its like, she is trained to traumatise, why do I care when she gets traumatised back?
Oh, because the human resources asshole in her life, has decided he likes to have an emotional whipping boy as a partner.
Morally Green Patriarchial Parable.
Snorefest.
So remember, able bodied neurotypical unseen, unsexed and unloved women, every time you call them a groupie, a puck bunny, or "other women", you lament men can agree to dehumanise certain types of women, usually hypersexual neurodiverse women whom the dehumanisers actually target. When you write that, you join Gia in the Sack of Sexism.
The Green Pill of Toxicity Strikes Again.
So, Irish bitch here, grew up in Ardoyne, Belfast, so lets say, I'm pretty clued in when it comes to Irish attitudes towards this kinda malarky.
Anyway, I kinda don't care watch happens to Gia, given she joins in and allows what she allows.
What does she allow?
Well, the first thing that groups of men agree on, when they ally up to fight other groups of men, is that what the soldiers do to "their" women, doesn't get touched, because they are fighting wars.
I have the stats of Belfast sex crimes, ans West Belfast, the home of republican and loyalist paramilitaries, only has a fifth of the sex crime convictions that each other area of Belfast, each one had more than five more than West Belfast.
Anyway, Gia lets "other women" get raped by the soldiers around her and her boss will let it happen too. This is what hierarchial men must allow.
So its kinda hard to empathise with her and its like, she is trained to traumatise, why do I care when she gets traumatised back?
Oh, because the human resources asshole in her life, has decided he likes to have an emotional whipping boy as a partner.
Morally Green Patriarchial Parable.
Snorefest.
So remember, able bodied neurotypical unseen, unsexed and unloved women, every time you call them a groupie, a puck bunny, or "other women", you lament men can agree to dehumanise certain types of women, usually hypersexual neurodiverse women whom the dehumanisers actually target. When you write that, you join Gia in the Sack of Sexism.
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May 30, 2024
I was super excited when Siobhan announced that the Accardi Twins aka Joshua and Caleb were getting their own duet. I was so curious to see how they would turn out as adults.
We first got glimpses of them in the Mazzone Mafia world that Siobhan created (wonderful series that I highly recommend you read first - it makes the story even better getting the past history).
Siobhan Davis did not disappointment with the first book, I read it in one sitting. I couldn't put it down. Joshua used to be a sweet kid but grows up into a cold man who, while he loves his family and brother has shut his heart to love after he was betrayed as a teenager by who he thought was the love of his life.
In this present world the Mafia in NY has become more open to letting women take a bigger role and in comes Gia. Gia who happens to be the daughter of Joshua and Caleb's Step Mom best friend and grew up with Joshua but Joshua never gave her much thought until she is brought in to seduce the enemy.
I loved that Gia is a strong feisty female lead and not a door mat. She bites back and isn't afraid to say what is on her mind. Joshua had me swooning with how protective he is of Gia from the start. They had great chemistry that I enjoyed. Developing feelings while on a mission can be dangerous but it didn't stop him from being there for her and their journey to love takes us on a roller coaster of ups and downs and OMG moments and reveling a big mystery that I did not see coming.
Siobhan writes some of the best twist and turns and I love how she is able to create this massive amazing world I never get bored with and want more and more from. I highly recommend giving this world a try and I can't wait to read the second book in this duet and see how Joshua twin Caleb story goes. We get hints of it already in this first book and I have a feeling Caleb is going to run away with my heart just like Joshua did.
We first got glimpses of them in the Mazzone Mafia world that Siobhan created (wonderful series that I highly recommend you read first - it makes the story even better getting the past history).
Siobhan Davis did not disappointment with the first book, I read it in one sitting. I couldn't put it down. Joshua used to be a sweet kid but grows up into a cold man who, while he loves his family and brother has shut his heart to love after he was betrayed as a teenager by who he thought was the love of his life.
In this present world the Mafia in NY has become more open to letting women take a bigger role and in comes Gia. Gia who happens to be the daughter of Joshua and Caleb's Step Mom best friend and grew up with Joshua but Joshua never gave her much thought until she is brought in to seduce the enemy.
I loved that Gia is a strong feisty female lead and not a door mat. She bites back and isn't afraid to say what is on her mind. Joshua had me swooning with how protective he is of Gia from the start. They had great chemistry that I enjoyed. Developing feelings while on a mission can be dangerous but it didn't stop him from being there for her and their journey to love takes us on a roller coaster of ups and downs and OMG moments and reveling a big mystery that I did not see coming.
Siobhan writes some of the best twist and turns and I love how she is able to create this massive amazing world I never get bored with and want more and more from. I highly recommend giving this world a try and I can't wait to read the second book in this duet and see how Joshua twin Caleb story goes. We get hints of it already in this first book and I have a feeling Caleb is going to run away with my heart just like Joshua did.
June 1, 2024
Very Surprising!
Didn't know if I was going to enjoy this story,but I was surprised, I really did like it and can't wait to read part two. Joshua start out has a very bitter man ,who lives by the book with no feelings,he has a wall up so he doesn't get hurt,Gia comes along and she is a very strong,independent and has a slight crush on Joshua but can't stand his twin Cabel because he hurt her best friend. Gia is sent to be a spy and Joshua is her handler and everything is going find but it takes a serious turn for the worst and Gia is caught in the cross fires and Joshua rushes to find her but he is almost too late but after along recovery she heals and Joshua by he side and his walls are starting to come down thanks to Gia. But their is still rats or a rat in their organization and they have to deal with it or there might be deaths and or war.This story ends with a cliffhanger and needs to be read in order but very good.I just wish that maybe they could of put the family tree in the front of the story and what I call the Italian language too,but I figure out what alotof the words meant from other books but it didn't effect me from enjoying the story!
Didn't know if I was going to enjoy this story,but I was surprised, I really did like it and can't wait to read part two. Joshua start out has a very bitter man ,who lives by the book with no feelings,he has a wall up so he doesn't get hurt,Gia comes along and she is a very strong,independent and has a slight crush on Joshua but can't stand his twin Cabel because he hurt her best friend. Gia is sent to be a spy and Joshua is her handler and everything is going find but it takes a serious turn for the worst and Gia is caught in the cross fires and Joshua rushes to find her but he is almost too late but after along recovery she heals and Joshua by he side and his walls are starting to come down thanks to Gia. But their is still rats or a rat in their organization and they have to deal with it or there might be deaths and or war.This story ends with a cliffhanger and needs to be read in order but very good.I just wish that maybe they could of put the family tree in the front of the story and what I call the Italian language too,but I figure out what alotof the words meant from other books but it didn't effect me from enjoying the story!
June 3, 2024
It was such a delight to go back to New York's underworld. After years of peace and calm, a new war was brewing with an unknown entity. The newer generation of leadership was stepping up to meet the challenge.
A plan to breach the enemies' camp had forced Joshua and Gia to work together. They had know each other since childhood but this special task had led them to see each other in a new perspective. Their chemistry was intense and off the charts. Gia was the perfect match to Joshua.
The dangerous mission that they were on had me on the edge of the seat the whole time. The twisted revelation at the end was the beginning of a war. I cannot wait to see what happens in the underworld and Caleb's book.
I voluntarily reviewed an advance complimentary copy of this book. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.
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A plan to breach the enemies' camp had forced Joshua and Gia to work together. They had know each other since childhood but this special task had led them to see each other in a new perspective. Their chemistry was intense and off the charts. Gia was the perfect match to Joshua.
The dangerous mission that they were on had me on the edge of the seat the whole time. The twisted revelation at the end was the beginning of a war. I cannot wait to see what happens in the underworld and Caleb's book.
I voluntarily reviewed an advance complimentary copy of this book. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.
Follow Me: Maggie’s Escape Book Blog | Facebook | Twitter | Goodreads
June 2, 2024
The freaking cliffhanger ending!! This book was really good, f/start to finish I couldn’t put it down. I really enjoyed Gia! She was bada**, tough as hell, & I loved how she didn’t put up w/Joshua’s crap.
Joshua started out cold & had a tough edge to him. He’d been hurt bad in the past & has sworn off women. That is until he starts seeing Gia in a different light. She’s not the little girl she used to be & she completely manages to upturn his world! It was really great to see their relationship develop over the book. Together these two aren’t just hot & sexy, they are unstoppable! They make an excellent team.
It was great seeing Ben & Sierra, they were always my favorites. But dang that ending!! While I was reading this book, I couldn’t wait to start Caleb & Elisa’s story, but now I’m super excited. I think in true Siobhan fashion it’s going to be angsty, emotional & action packed! Caleb has definitely hurt Elisa, & he’s got a lot of groveling to do. There’s a lot of questions that I’m dying to know about what happened them!
Joshua started out cold & had a tough edge to him. He’d been hurt bad in the past & has sworn off women. That is until he starts seeing Gia in a different light. She’s not the little girl she used to be & she completely manages to upturn his world! It was really great to see their relationship develop over the book. Together these two aren’t just hot & sexy, they are unstoppable! They make an excellent team.
It was great seeing Ben & Sierra, they were always my favorites. But dang that ending!! While I was reading this book, I couldn’t wait to start Caleb & Elisa’s story, but now I’m super excited. I think in true Siobhan fashion it’s going to be angsty, emotional & action packed! Caleb has definitely hurt Elisa, & he’s got a lot of groveling to do. There’s a lot of questions that I’m dying to know about what happened them!
June 4, 2024
Cold kings of New York
by Siobhan Davis
⭐️4
🌶️4
💧0
This book was a nice surprise! I found myself instantly hooked and finished it in a day!! Mad it took me so long to start!!! I loved Gia and Josh!! I knew start away that Joshua was going to fall hard and fast and deny it till he was blue in the face!! And loved every second of it!
And this snippet from the book sums it up perfectly- “Gotta love seeing a dangerous made man humbled by his wife.”
This is the first book I’ve read by this author and I’ll 100% be getting Caleb’s story!! Can’t wait!
This is book one of two and CANNOT be read as a standalone.
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by Siobhan Davis
⭐️4
🌶️4
💧0
This book was a nice surprise! I found myself instantly hooked and finished it in a day!! Mad it took me so long to start!!! I loved Gia and Josh!! I knew start away that Joshua was going to fall hard and fast and deny it till he was blue in the face!! And loved every second of it!
And this snippet from the book sums it up perfectly- “Gotta love seeing a dangerous made man humbled by his wife.”
This is the first book I’ve read by this author and I’ll 100% be getting Caleb’s story!! Can’t wait!
This is book one of two and CANNOT be read as a standalone.
#coldkingsofnewyork #siobhandavis #audiobook #bookaholic #readingtime #bookshelf #instabooks #bookblogger #bookreview #booktok #reading #booklover #bookworm #booknerd #goodreads #aussiebookstagrammers #aussies #australianreaders #darkromance #reading #bookstagram #bookstagrammer #readersofinstagram #instabook #booksofinstagram #booksarelife #spicybooklover
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