Shame. It wounds us. It damages us. Or, for the few poor souls out there like me...it defines us. I'm the son of the devil, himself—the most feared mob boss who ever lived. I was cursed from the moment I took my first breath. I hate him...and I never wanted to become him. And I sure as hell never, ever, wanted anything of his. Until her. My name is Ricardo DeLuca. There are two things you need to know about me. The first—is that I'm in love with the girl who belongs to my father. The second—is that it turns out I am my father's son after all. My name is Lou-Lou, and you probably think I'm a bitch. You would be right—because I am. You think you know all there is to know about me because of the man I belong to. What you don't know—is my past, because I'll never tell you. What you don't know is my shame. Because if you did—you'd be worse off than dead. You'd be broken. There are two sides to every story...this is ours. Warning: Due to strong language, some violence, explicit sexual content, and some dark elements, this book is not intended for readers under the age of 18. Trigger Warning: This series contains elements of emotional, sexual, and physical cruelty. Any readers with sensitivity to the above topics should proceed with caution, and at their own risk. Author's Note: This is part one of a three book series. (Blame It on the Shame: Lou-Lou and Ricardo's story.) However, in order to truly enjoy Lou-Lou and Ricardo's story, it is advised you read 'Blame It on the Pain' first.

"Forgive me, Father, for I have sinned." I've fallen in love with Lou-Lou. And I'll stop at nothing to keep her away from you. But there's one thing I never counted on... The moment when our 'truths' would turn into lies. I thought Bruno DeLuca was our biggest threat. I was wrong. Because the fire burning between us—would end up destroying us. And killing me. \\\* People think love conquers all. What they don't know is that for some of us...it comes at a price. The ultimate price. Sometimes, love can end up wrecking you—instead of saving you. Sometimes, love can quickly turn to hate. And sometimes...even after you've killed your demons—there's still one more that comes to the surface. "There are two sides to every story...this is ours." Warning: Due to strong language, some violence, explicit sexual content, and some dark elements, this book is not intended for readers under the age of 18. \Trigger Warning\: Any readers with sensitivity to dark reads should proceed with caution and at their own risk. You've been warned. Author's Note: This is part two of a three-book series. (Blame It on the Shame: Lou-Lou and Ricardo's story.) However, in order to truly enjoy Lou-Lou and Ricardo's story, it is advised you read 'Blame It on the Pain' first as this story will follow the same timeline. The 'official order' is as follows: 'Blame It on the Pain' (Jackson & Alyssa's story) which is a full-length standalone novel and is available now. 'Blame It on the Shame' series (Ricardo & Lou-Lou's story) which is a 3-part series. Part One of 'Shame' - is considered a 'prequel' and the events take place before the events in 'Blame It on the Pain' do. The standalone book is available now. Part Two of 'Shame' - will follow the same timeline as 'Blame It on the Pain'. NOTE: you MUST read 'Blame It on the Pain' in order to read this book.

There's something lurking in all of us. Something we hide and shelter from those we love in order to protect them. A darkness we try to suppress because we're ashamed of who that makes us. Because that's the thing about Shame. It wounds us. It damages us. Or, for the few poor souls out there like me...it defines us. It's there—in the shadows, beneath the surface...just waiting. Until you let it break free And the darkness consumes you. My name is Ricardo DeLuca. There are two things you need to know about me. The first—is that my heart will always bleed for her... Only her. The second—is that I'm the son of the devil himself—the most feared mob boss who ever lived. That is...until me. \\\* Ricardo's heart might bleed for me but my heart shatters for him. Over and over again. I thought I fought all my demons... I thought the worst was over. I was wrong. Because it's not my demon I'm battling this time... It's his. And it wants to claim something I don't have. His soul. And that's a battle I'm afraid I won't win. "There are two sides to every story...this is how ours ENDS." Warning: Due to strong language, some violence, explicit sexual content, and some dark elements, this book is not intended for readers under the age of 18. \Trigger Warning\: Any readers with sensitivity to dark reads should proceed with caution and at their own risk.

The COMPLETE series in ONE box set. No cliffhangers. I never wanted anything of his...until her. Shame. It wounds us. It damages us. Or, for the few poor souls out there like me...it defines us. I'm the son of the devil, himself—the most feared mob boss who ever lived. I was cursed from the moment I took my first breath. I hate him...and I never wanted to become him. And I sure as hell never, ever, wanted anything of his. Until her. My name is Ricardo DeLuca. There are two things you need to know about me. The first? Is that I'm in love with the girl who belongs to my father. The second? Is that it turns out I'm my father's son after all. Only worse. My name is Lou-Lou, and you probably think I'm a bitch. You would be right—because I am. You think you know all there is to know about me because of the man I belong to. What you don't know—is my past, because I'll never tell you. What you don't know is my shame. Because if you did—you'd be worse off than dead. You'd be broken. There are two sides to every story...this is ours. Due to strong language, some violence, explicit sexual content, and some dark elements, this book is not intended for readers under the age of 18. Trigger This series contains elements of emotional, sexual, and physical cruelty. Any readers with sensitivity to the above topics should proceed with caution, and at their own risk. Please This is a spin-off series of the full-length novel 'Blame It on the Pain' (featuring a different couple.) Part 1 of this series is considered the prequel to that novel and the events in Part 1 take place before any of the events in 'Blame It on the Pain' do. Part 2 of this series follows the same timeline of Blame It on the Pain and if you have not read that book, you might miss some little 'Easter eggs' and things might not be as clear to you. Part 3- (the final installment) takes place after 'Blame It on the Pain'. While it is not required that you read Blame It on the Pain before starting this series, it will enhance your experience.