Collateral

An Arranged Marriage Mafia Romance

By: Natasha Knight

Narrated by: Wen Ross, Mackenzie Cartwright

Length: 6 hrs and 22 mins

Publisher's summary

Gabriela

Stefan Sabbioni showed up uninvited in my bedroom on my 16th birthday. He stood in the shadows, smelling of whiskey and death and wrapped a broken, blood-crusted necklace around my neck. I thought he’d strangle me with it.

That night, he left a message for my father. He said he’d be back to take something precious.

I never delivered that message, though. I wonder if things would be different if I had because now, two years later, he’s back. And he’s not hiding in any shadows.

He’s come to make good on his promise.

He’s back to take that something precious.

Me.

Stefan

Marchese is the manipulator of my family’s tragedy. I won’t just bring him to his knees. I’ll bury him for what he did.

Taking his daughter is only the beginning. I’ll do it, knowing I’m starting a war. I’ll do it, knowing my enemies will become his allies. They’ll stop at nothing to destroy me, and he’ll stop at nothing to get her back.

I’ve never shied away from war, though. I’m not one to play nice, and I don’t share my toys. I’ll demolish you if you touch what’s mine.

And she is most definitely mine.

©2019 Natasha Knight (P)2019 Natasha Knight

Brilliant!!! Need the Conclusion ASAP!!!

After recently discovering Natasha Knight, I have been on a binge the last few days and Collateral was nothing short of amazing. These arranged marriage mafia books are quickly becoming a go to favorite of mine. I enjoy the twists and turns and surprises and how things are not at all what they seem. The lies, betrayal and deceit...bring it on!!!

Gabriela is supposed to marry Stefan in order for Stefan to have more control over Gabriela's father. Gabriela is essentially going from one ruthless controller (her father) to another (her fiance). Despite this unconvential arrangement, Stefan has moments of kindness and compassion, and although he tells Gabriela he does not want to hurt her, history has taught her to trust no one. She has already experienced so much violence and loss.

I found this book to be highly engaging. I enjoyed trying to figure out what was going to happen, but like only the great authors can do, I was left stumped as to where this story will go. I am saddened by where this book was left at the end in terms of the cliffhanger with Gabriela's best friend Alex, but I know that just means that book two, Damage, is going to be amazing. I cannot wait to see what happens between Gabriela, her dad, Stefan and even what role Rafa plays in this story.

This was my first listen by Wen Ross and I must say I am really digging his deep voice. I would definitely like to listen to more books narrated by him and I think he did a great job as Stefan. This was my second listen by Mackenzie Cartwright and she is quickly becoming a favorite of mine. She can really do these types of books well and I enjoy listening to her voice. I found this audiobook to be a highly enjoyable listen!!! #AudiobookObsessionReviewer

Sucks you in

Awesome story that sucks you and keeps you locked! Lots of angst, turmoil and questioning! Absolutely love narration! Two of the best in the audio world!!!

Excellent Audio

This is my first Natasha Knight book and it is excellent. I cannot wait to get to book two. It's hard to know what is going to happen. I'm second guessing everything. Who is the ultimate bad guy? I'm enjoying the slow burn for romance/sex in this book. It makes it more realistic.

Wen Ross and Mackenzie are two new favorite narrators. Their voices are so smooth. Wen Ross has the best deep voice I've heard. Their performances are excellent. It truly seems as if I'm watching a movie.

I received this audiobook as an Obsession Audiobook Reviewer.

Perfect & Brilliant performance by narrators!

4.5 Stars!!

Wen Ross & Mackenzie Cartwright's performance is outstanding. They brought the characters to life in such an amazing, and palpable way, that at times I thought I was watching a movie. So, in performance Collateral gets from me 5 Stars!!

The story is captivating, intense and entertaining. However, I would have given it a perfect score if childish Gabriela hadn't been showing her face so much, since what makes me liked her in the first place was that she seems to be fierce, feisty, and mature for her young age. So, the story gets 4.5 Stars from me.

I highly recommend this audiobook, I just loved it, and can't wait to listen to the next audiobook!!

Collateral

Mafia arranged marriage. Gabriela is head strong and just wants to disappear. Stefan wants revenge for the murder of his brother. The chemistry is getting steamy. Ended on a cliffhanger.


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What a wild cliffhanger!

I asked to receive this free Audible book and voluntarily wrote this unbiased review. Wow, this is one of those hold your breath type of books. It is filled with intrigue, suspense, heartache and twists and turns. The more you listen to it, the more you question who is trying to kill whom. It is hard to try to figure out who Gabriela should trust, although I like Stefan. But I'm not sure whom he can trust and that could be deadly. The author has created such fascinating characters that will keep you questioning their motives. What a cliffhanger! Did I really yell at my tablet?!! I hate cliffhangers this but one had me holding on tight to my seat and yelling, "NO!!!!"

The narrators were perfect choices for this story. Wen has given Stefan that sexy caring voice but can then have him go into his tough alpha take charge voice. Mackenzie has given Gabriela a take charge but also a wounded voice. The narrators portrayed the emotions and personalities of the characters in a way that captivates the listener. I highly recommend this Audible book.

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love it

steamy listen! enjoyed the story and both main characters. narration was excellent! looking forward to book 2!
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Swoon worthy

Natasha Knight is another author whose books I love cuddling up with. They're deep, dark and so good. Wen Ross is probably my favorite narrator and while I'm used to him reading with Kai, Mackenzie did an awesome job. Both of them together made the story come alive. (Yeah, I know... I say that a lot in my review of audio books) Now I just need to listen to Damage so I can get the whole story! Wonderful job!

What?

I need the second book now! Like right now. Collateral was sooo good. We have Gabriel and Stefan. I wouldn’t really call this book a romance just yet. Gabriel is forced to marry Stefan. Stefan and Gabriel’s father hate each other, and Gabriel is the collateral. She’s had a tuff life. She watched her mother die, she’s isolated from everyone and her dad is a monster. She’s no push over though, she strong and defiant. Gabriel and Stefan struggle in this book. He’s not the monster she thinks he is. I need to find out what happens. If you like mafia romances you’ll enjoy this book! Both narrators did a fantastic job!
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Mafia romance for the win!

This book was awesome! I haven’t read a mafia romance in a long time. They use to be my favorite and I’m not sure why I stopped because this was fantastic. The characters the drama! It was all so good. I loved Stefan. He was a monster, yes but he was so much more than that and he was almost tender with our main girl.

And that ending!! Cliffhanger and I’m dying for the next.

I loved both narrators and I think they did a great job portraying the characters. Also Stefans voice was very yummy. So great job casting him!

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