Bound by a secret. Wryn Life as I knew it ended the night Ruby disappeared. She was my best friend, my person, and then she was gone. So, I did what anyone would do. I dedicated my life to figuring out what had happened to her. Eighteen months later, I come face-to-face with the man I’m sure is responsible. Then, I stick a knife in his throat, and his son catches me in the act. Much to my surprise, instead of killing me, Connor keeps me. Little do I know, he has bigger plans in store for me. Connor Betrayal is a word I don’t know until it becomes who I am. A betrayer of family, of the New Order, of myself. All because of her. The night she shows up in my father’s office, my world changes. Hers was already altered. She has nothing to lose, but I’m risking everything. So, I take her and make her mine. And with her, I can claim what rightfully belongs to me. This story was originally published in the Hate to Want You anthology. Nothing has changed. It is part one of a dark mafia romance duet that contains mature themes. A content warning is available before the prologue in the book, please check it out if needed.

Broken by a secret. Wryn My life has been turned upside down. What started as a fake marriage has become real and so much more. Ruby is still missing, and I’m devoted to finding her. But now, I can’t help but also focus on Connor. He tells me he’s falling for me. He says our arrangement isn’t temporary for him anymore. Then, a favor gets called in, and it could be the end of us. I don’t think Connor will forgive me for my betrayal. Connor Life has never been perfect for me. But now that I have Wryn, it seems like that might be attainable. My plans were foiled, and I don’t know who I can trust. Except for Wryn, the woman I think I’m falling in love with. She’s someone I never thought I would find. Although I didn’t have to look for her. Our marriage hasn’t been conventional. But now, I’m keeping something from her—for her own good. I just hope she will see it that way. If she ever finds out. This is part 2 in the American Mafia duet and the conclusion to Reluctant Heir. You should read Reluctant Heir first as it contains important information that is relevant to Rebellious Reign.