He saved me from the cold. Now he’s the only thing standing between me and my ex-husband’s revenge. I had one chance to start over—testify against Marcus Volkov, my abusive ex and one of Chicago’s most powerful crime bosses. But when I looked him in the eye, I knew the no witness protection could save me from a man like him. So I ran. Straight into the arms of his enemy. Nikolai Konstantin—Bratva king, ruthless protector, and the most dangerous man I’ve ever met. He offers me shelter, safety... and a deal I can’t help him destroy Marcus’s empire, and I’ll finally be free. But the deeper I fall into Nikolai’s world, the harder it becomes to tell who the real monster is. Because beneath his scars and violence lies something I’ve never known before—devotion. I survived a monster once. Now I might love one. When war ignites between the two most powerful men in Chicago, I have to my freedom... or the man who became my salvation. 🖤 BOUND BY SHADOWSA standalone dark mafia romance with a possessive Dark Bratva king, a broken but brave heroine, and a love that burns through the darkness. Perfect for fans of Cora Reilly, Natasha Knight, and Willow Winters. Includes forced proximity, found family, hurt/comfort, obsession, and a guaranteed HEA. No cheating. No cliffhanger. ⭐ “I couldn’t put it down!” ⭐ “Nikolai is my new book boyfriend.” ⭐ “Dark, emotional, and absolutely addictive.” ⭐ “The perfect mix of danger and devotion.” **Scroll up and one-click now to get lost in this unforgettable mafia love story! #**dark mafia romance book #Bratva protector romance #possessive alpha hero romance #ruthless billionaire love story #enemies to lovers mafia romance #abusive ex escape romance #forbidden love with bodyguard