Nine Months with a Mafia Menace

At just twenty years old, Vincent was forced into the leadership role in one of the most ruthless crime families in Florida after the brutal murder of his father and sister.

Hardened by grief, Vincent became cold and calculated, living only to expand his empire and protect the only family he had left. Love was nonexistent in a life like his.

Then came Anila. She is the opposite of everything Vincent knows. An equestrian with a heart of gold and dreams of making an impact in her community. She's no stranger to sacrifice, and falling for Vincent's dangerously magnetic charm is the last risk she can afford to take.

Vincent isn't used to hearing the word no, and Anila isn't used to being pursued with such intensity. Their connection is undeniable, and their passion unstoppable, but a glimpse into Vincent's unhinged antics forces Anila to run away.

In this African American Urban Romance standalone, boundaries are pushed past their limits, and the stakes rise higher than ever. Can Anila truly love a man whose empire is built on blood? Or will loving the mafia menace be one of the best decisions in her life?

©2025 Lakia Berrien (P)2026 Podium Audio

A true GEM ❤️❤️❤️❤️

I stumbled upon this sweet, grown & sexy love story. MMC totally unhinged but was immediately tamed by "Gammybear"😍 The narration is FANTASTIC and the spice is hot & spicy 🌶 🌶 🌶 🌶 Go ahead and spend that credit. Well worth it 💕💕

Very detailed allows a reader to picture each character.

Love this book. Hoping that Zane and Khaleesi story is written soon. I can see their fireworks.

Origami!!

I loved the equestrian character for Anila this is my first book ive read with that portrayal. Khaleesi is my girl she stood ten toes down behind her Auntie. Stanley was a hot mess. this was a good listen and I enjoyed every minute of this book. I hope Xain and Selena get a story or even Khalessi. loved it.

The Horse and Cat Drama

Lord, Vincent and Alina were both a lot...so it seems they would be together..the craziness of forgiving that brother and those enabling parents thru me into left field

Perfect 🏆

What a story!! I absolutely love this love story and truly appreciate the Vincent was not some young dude! I even appreciate how it ended with no insight on after the baby comes it was about how Vincent wanted to live the rest of his life with his family.