The Mafia Academy Series by P. Rayne Reviews

 

Vow of Revenge

The first installment of The Mafia Academy Series—a dark romance set at a boarding school for the sons and daughters of the most powerful mafia lords...now with bonus content exclusive to the print edition!

Mirabella La Rosa

When my father arranged for me to marry the heir to the Costa crime family, I swore I’d do anything to escape that fate. I have more to offer than being some man’s arm candy and producing heirs. Marcelo Costa might be my fiancé, but he’ll never be my husband.

So when he and his father are killed in a car bombing, I consider myself lucky. No longer will I have to go from being a mafia princess to becoming a mafia wife, I can now attend the Sicuro Academy—a private college created for mafia children like me.

But all my plans come to a screeching halt when Marcelo shows up on campus alive and well, seeking revenge on those that crossed him.

Marcelo Costa

The look of shock on my fiancée’s face when I walked into the classroom pleases me more than it should. Mirabella made it clear she didn’t want to marry me, but at the moment I have a bigger issue on my hands—revenge on whoever killed my father. Once I mete out my own particular brand of justice, I’ll remove Mirabella from campus and make her my wife.

And no amount of pleading on her part will change my mind.

My Review:

This was a fun, adult read. I liked being introduced to the Mafia Academy. The idea of an arranged marriage is uncommon today. However, Family loyalties run deep. When Marcelo showed up alive, Mirabella was stunned. Her plans were ruined. Marcelo was controlling and kind of a jerk. As I read the book, I realized that he had to be that way. He needed to be taken seriously; he was a crime lord. I liked the banter between these two characters and loved the world the author created. There were no personal phones allowed on campus, and no weapons. The way that the different factions of crime families didn't kill each other was different. I was waiting for a war to break out. Once Marcelo found out who killed his father, he was ready to show just how much he had learned about being the boss. As Mirabella and Marcelo got closer to each other, they started to realize that it might not be so bad. But, the bad guys did not want to wait until the wedding. Danger, death, and passion are all portrayed at the end of the book. I am giving this book a 5/5. I was given a copy; however, all opinions are my own.

Corrupting the Innocent

The second installment of The Mafia Academy Series—a forbidden romance set at a boarding school for the sons and daughters of the most powerful mafia lords...now with exclusive bonus content!

Sofia Moretti

For years, I’ve harbored a secret love for my best friend’s older brother. Yet, he’s never shown any sign of sharing my feelings.

My fantasies will remain just that—fantasies. For two reasons. First, he’s arranged to marry the cunning and cold-hearted Aurora Salucci. Second, Antonio always does what his duty demands, and if his father wants him married to Aurora, he’ll marry her.

Forced to watch her parade him all over Sicuro Academy, I do my best to push Antonio from my mind and hope I can move on from someone who will never be mine…

Antonio La Rosa

My life has been a series of duties—to the mafia, to my father, but never to myself. Aurora and I are a good match as far as mafia politics go, but she’s nothing I’ve ever wanted in a wife with her hard edges and being about as malleable as granite.

Then there’s Sofia Moretti, my little sister’s best friend. I never looked at her with anything other than sisterly affection, until recently. Now she consumes my every thought. My every desire. Her innocence beckons me, and I yearn to be the one who taints it.

But I have a duty. And right now, the family needs me to uncover the traitor plotting against us… and that traitor may be closer than I ever imagined.

My Review:

This was my favorite in the series! A love that has been stirring forever. When Sofia has to constantly see her love, without acting on it, is interesting. Who is plotting against them?  Mistresses are common in the mafia world, but does Sofia want to share? Aurora was a great character who added a new type of villain. I wanted to dislike her, but it was not her fault. Antonio is Mirabella's (from book 1) brother. There are a lot of steamy scenes in this book. The way Antonio corrupted Sofia definitely made this an adult read. As I read more about The Sicuro Academy, I was drawn into the world that the author created. I am giving this book a 5/5. I was given a copy; however all opinions are my own. 

The Mafia King's Sister

The spicy third chapter of The Mafia Academy Series- A forbidden enemy’s best friend dark romance set at a mafia boarding school for the sons and daughters of the most powerful mafia lords... now with exclusive bonus content!

Aria Costa

The first time I saw Gabriele Vitale, some dark yearning deep inside me called to him and no matter what I did, I couldn’t stop wanting him. He’s made it clear that he wants nothing to do with me. But sometimes there’s a flicker of interest in his eye, and it’s enough to make me know he’s lying. When a stupid decision on my part throws us together, I get a first-hand view of the darkness he alludes to. One part of me is drawn to it. Another part of me is frightened by it. But not enough to stop from getting to know him better. He’s like a black hole, slowly sucking me in. As the darkness consumes me, I don’t care if it destroys me.

Gabriele Vitale

Aria Costa is off-limits for many reasons, the least of which is that she’s Marcelo Costa’s younger sister. She’s also too young and way too inexperienced to be with someone like me who enjoys dabbling in the darker side of sensuality. My father and her brother have made it clear that I am to steer clear. And I try. But it proves impossible to erase her from my mind. Whenever she’s near, my protective instincts roar, “Mine” and I’d do whatever it takes to keep her safe. Which is why after a foolish decision one night I’m forced to help her figure out who’s threatening her and what they want. I’d give my life for hers, and it might very well come to that.

This title was previously published as Coveting the Mafia King's Sister.

My Review:

This was a great installment to the series. It introduced more family members. It is definitely an adult read that involves illicit scenes. This are not your ordinary lovers. Gabriele is a hacker and good guy. Even though he tries to hide it. Aria is being blackmailed, and he wants to help her. However, their enemies are closer than they think. They tried to keep their affair secret, but secrets always come out. The reaction of the characters from the previous books in the series was fun to read. I was surprised by the ending, and liked the ending of this book the best. The series could have ended here, and I would have been happy. I am giving this book a 5/5. I was given a copy, however all opinions are my own. 

Craving My Rival

The final installment of The Mafia Academy Series—a dark enemies-to-lovers arranged marriage romance set at a mafia boarding school for the sons and daughters of the most powerful mafia lords… now with exclusive bonus content! 

Polina Aminoff

At the Sicuro Academy, the Russians and the Italians give each other a wide berth. We’re bitter enemies after all. So imagine my disbelief when my brother announces that I’m to wed Dante Accardi, next in line to run the Accardi Italian crime family. After the shock subsides, I’m determined to save myself. It’s not until my plan is in full swing that I realize there might be more to Dante than I thought. But those closest to me, those who were supposed to protect me have always hurt me. Now I must decide whether to trust him with my heart or if he’ll just be another person in my life who brings me to my knees.

Dante Accardi

Polina Aminoff is a Bratva brat and an ice princess that I don’t think even an easygoing guy like me can thaw. And I’ve never had an issue melting the panties off a woman before. I’m just as unhappy about our engagement as she is, but my father made it clear—it is my duty to the family. Once we’re forced together, another side of Polina shines and I start to think we could have a future together that doesn’t involve being bitter rivals. But she’s hiding something, I just don’t know what. Which leaves me wondering, can I ever really trust my enemy?

My Review:

There are extra scenes at the end of each book, that I really liked. I had high expectations for this book. This is the last installment and I was disappointed. This is the shortest book in the series, and I would have rather that it had been the longest. There seemed to be so many different tangents that were not elaborated on. I can only hope that the author writes more books in this world that she created. This is a nice enemy-to-lover story that I thought was never going to work. However, these characters are strong willed and very loyal. You never know what they are willing to do for the ones they love. I am giving this book a 3/5. I was given a copy to review, however all opinions are my own.

About The Author:

P. Rayne is the pen name for a USA Today bestselling duo writing as Piper Rayne. Under P. Rayne they write dark, dangerous, and forbidden romance.