Single Malt Drama

Bourbon Street Bad Boys' Club, Book 3

By: Kathryn M. Hearst

Narrated by: Aaron Shedlock, Charlotte Claremont

Marco Marchionni, New Orleans’ most infamous playboy, has one rule - never go on a second date.

Relax, it’s not as bad as it seems.

He never makes promises he can’t keep, and the ladies know the score. And before you say it, he’s not a commitment-phobe. He’s been in love with the same girl since he hit puberty. The problem is...she friend-zoned him about the time his voice changed.

Nicolina Lazio is a model, wannabe fashion designer, and a mafia princess. When she’s ordered to marry a man she doesn’t love, she’ll do anything to get out of it, including a daring escape from her ruthless father. The thing is...she’s going to need a little help from her best friend...who just so happens to be her future brother-in-law.

When Marco proposes a fake marriage to keep her father from forcing her down the aisle with his brother, Nico knows better than to say yes. After all, when the mob is involved even the best laid plans have a tendency to end in bloodshed.

Not to mention, the pretend commitment could cost her more than her heart.

You’ll love this romantic comedy chocked full of suspense, because everyone loves a bad boy trying to be a good man.

©2020 Kathryn M. Hearst (P)2023 Kathryn M. Hearst

Outstanding Story & Listen🎧 Compelling & Heartfelt

Kathryn M. Hearst continues to wow me with another amazing novel, the third in her“Bourbon Street Bad Boys’ Club” series. I loved the first two books of this series and have been looking forward to Marco Marchionni and Nicolina “Nico” Lazio’s story. Marco and Nico have been friends since they were young and he agrees to help her get out of the arranged marriage her father set up as a power play to strengthen their two families in the mafia world both in the US and Italy. Nico did not act well to the news of her arranged marriage to Enzo, she tried her best to get Enzo to not marry her, little did she know Enzo was not happy with the arrangement either, Marco was not happy either and comes up with a solution, but he needs to get them both on board. It was great to see there was so much more to Nico, she came off as the bratty mafia princess in Enzo’s book, we learned it was a facade to deter the arranged marriage. Marco stood up for her and by her, but then again, he is the one who knows her best and he may harbor feelings for her, ones he is not ready to admit to. I loved how everything played out in this book, the story is cleverly plotted, there was nothing fake about the romance between Marco and Nico. the chemistry between them is smoking hot. Besides the fabulous friends to romance, there are plenty of twists and turns in the mafia world which leads to a lot of drama, I am rooting for the Marchionni brothers all the way. I am looking forward to see what these changes will bring. Kathryn M. Heart, thank you for another fabulous story and emotional rollercoaster ride.

🎧📚🎧 And for the wonderful narration, you could not ask for a better cast to bring these characters and their story to life. Aaron Shedlock and Charlotte Claremont are talented narrators and voice artists. They had a complete understanding of the characters they portrayed, giving each a voice that fit that character’s persona to a tee, sounding believable in every role they played and just as I pictured the characters to sound. Aaron Shedlock is mastering the roles as the Bourbon Street Bad boy, his Marco was spot on, Charlotte Claremont aced Nico’s role, accent and all. They set the perfect tone for the story, captured the characters’ emotions and projected them into their performance. Both are talented voice artists and entertaining storytellers and a pleasure to listen to. Thank you for another fabulous listen.

Favorite of the series!

This one was my favorite of the series! I loved Marco, but it took me a bit to like Nico. I enjoyed this story that was pretty much non-stop action, funny scenes and lots of spice! My fave part with Nico was her trying to cook. She was trying so hard and not succeeding at all, but she was a trooper. My fave part with Marco was the snake on the dock. I laughed so hard.
Aaron Shedlock was freaking perfect in this one! Charlotte Claremont is new to me and she killed it as Nico!

Heart-pounding and Steamy Romance!

I had so much fun listening to this thrilling friends to lovers romance! This series is getting better with each book and Marco and Nicolina's story is my favorite so far. Marco and Nico have been close friends since they were kids. Now to help strengthen their families, and avoid a war, they want her to marry Marco's older brother, Enzo, who we met in the previous book. Nico has tried everything she can think of to get out of that marriage, so now she has run away, and Nico is helping her. When that backfires as well, Marco and Nico decide to get married instead and hide out on a honeymoon until things settle down. But Nico's dad is not happy and will stop at nothing to bring Nico home. I really loved both Marco and Nico together. Nico was so smart, strong and determined, and Marco made me swoon with how supportive, loyal and protective he was. They were good friends, understood each other, and as they realized how much they have always loved each other, their passion exploded off the charts!
I loved Aaron Shedlock, and Charlotte Claremont's narration. They took my breath away with their expressive performances that bring these characters and this heart-pounding and steamy story to life.
I am really loving this Bourbon Street Bad Boys' Club series, and can't wait to find out what happens with the other Marchionni brothers!

Love, love, love it!

How far would you go to not go along with an arranged marriage? Nicolina has been slated to marry Enzo, joining the two mafia families and strengthening their power. Neither wants to go along with it, but something has to be done. Playing the bratty fashionista does not seem to be deterring her father's plan But running away with the help of her best friend Marco, Enzo's brother may be the answer. He proposes a marriage in name only to stop the madness. But neither realizes the feelings they actually have for each other. Will the sham of a marriage work? Will the families be happy? Deceit, lies, passion, escape, danger and love all play into this funny light mafia! While it can be listened to as a standalone, it's best to get the family history and start with book 1! I am loving this series, it has me laughing out loud and falling in love, the best feelings you can have!

It does not hurt to have Aaron Shedlock and Charlotte Claremont read me this story either! This talented team delivers a fantastic performance. Aaron has the Marchionni men, each with their own voice. I love his portrayal of Marco. He has a sincerity in his voice that is undeniable, and his determination to keep what is his is unmistakable. Claremont breathes life into our princessa, with a light bratty texture, but quickly morphs into the true gem that is Nico. It's a fabulous listen and must not be missed!

My favorite in the series!

I have enjoyed the books so far and this book is my absolute favorite in the series. I loved the ending!!!