Welcome to the captivating world of His Tesoro, the first book in the Empire of Royals series. In this spicy, dual first-person POV Mafia romance, we are introduced to Sofiya, a woman shrouded in the shadows of her father's powerful and dangerous world. She has spent years feeling like a burden, a defective daughter protecting her father's image. But when a marriage alliance presents itself, she finds a glimmer of hope—a chance for love and perhaps the freedom she yearns for.
As Sofiya walks down the aisle toward her enigmatic husband Matteo, she holds on to dreams of romance and acceptance. However, the icy demeanor of Matteo suggests that he wants nothing to do with her. Despite his coldness, Sofiya cannot help but feel an intense attraction towards him, igniting feelings she's never known before. Can a marriage born out of necessity blossom into something deeper?
For Matteo, life has been marred by the tragedy of betrayal. With the blood of a family traitor on his hands and the horror of losing his parents, he has learned to guard his heart. As the head of the Five Families, he rules with an iron fist, yet he seeks to secure his position through an arranged marriage. When he meets Sofiya, he is taken aback; she is not what he expected. Her strength and vulnerability stir feelings within him—ones he thought he had long buried.
As the stakes rise and threats loom large, both Sofiya and Matteo must grapple with their pasts and the unexpected bond their marriage creates. In a world filled with danger, can they protect themselves and their growing love? With themes of jealousy, possessiveness, and a diverse representation through a disabled heroine, this standalone novel leads to a heartwarming happy-ever-after.
Reader's Note: be sure to check the author's note for content warnings before diving into this intense romantic journey.
