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Dangerous Vows

Author:Jessica Knight
Age:16+
👁 11644.67
Possessive HeroMafia BossEnemies to LoversDangerous AttractionCaptiveArranged Marriage MafiaMafia Family Secrets

Synopsis

Amidst the glimmering allure of power and the shadows of deceit, a reluctant union is forged between Vivienne Moreau, a woman desperate to escape her family's legacy, and Dante Russo, a hardened mafia leader intent on upholding his empire's legacy. What begins as a transactional marriage quickly unravels into a gripping saga of betrayal, secrets, and an unexpected camaraderie as the two navigate a web of conspiracies threatening to destroy them both. Their fragile alliance is tested by the presence of an elusive document known as the Belladonna Ledger—an incriminating record that holds the potential to dismantle the power structures of a corrupt city. As truths about Vivienne's father's entanglements with the Belladonna Club and Dante's inner circle emerge, the ledger transforms into a weapon capable of exposing alliances, destroying reputations, and swaying the balance of power. Both Vivienne and Dante must confront their pasts as the weight of family debts and personal ambitions collide in an increasingly volatile storm. Alongside the tantalizing mystery of the ledger, Vivienne and Dante’s guarded relationship begins to shift. Amid moments of unexpected vulnerability, like the half-painted portrait hidden in his study or the tentative truce forged through shared struggles, glimpses of depth and humanity emerge in Dante, a man of iron will and buried grief. For Vivienne, these cracks in his intimidating exterior are both a window into understanding him and a reminder of her own resilience in a gilded world that seeks to ensnare her. Supporting characters like Alessia, a wildcard from Vivienne's past, and Enzo, Dante’s impressionable nephew, deepen the stakes. Alessia's cryptic warnings blur the lines of loyalty, while Enzo’s innocence reminds both protagonists of what they stand to lose if the ledger reaches the wrong hands. As alliances shift and betrayals abound, the tension escalates toward a gripping confrontation where mere survival hinges on trust, strategy, and an unflinching resolve. Taut with electrifying suspense, richly complex characters, and a labyrinthine narrative, this is a story that delves into the delicate interplay of power, love, and sacrifice. As Vivienne and Dante unearth deadly secrets, their fight transcends survival—they battle for a semblance of control, identity, and redemption in a world where only shadows thrive peacefully.