She belongs on her knees, and I belong on the throne. I'm Gianni Cavetti, and all I care about is power. Until her, I thought about women as toys, objects, playthings. Philippa Varberio, the maid, is collateral damage. My father didn't give a damn about ruining Philippa's life, and I shouldn't either. But the beautiful, shy daughter of the housekeeper makes me want to claim her. Own her. Steal her. All that stands between me and my future is a bullet meant for my brother. I will rule. I will be the next capo. But that means Philippa will be out of reach. Forever. Now I have to make a decision - claim the woman I desire and risk it all, or sit on the throne that should have been mine all along... Defiant Gianni is a full length standalone in the mafia romance series following two families - the Cavettis and Bonifacios. This is a dark romance with disturbing themes.