Crimson Vows (The Crimson Series, #3) / The Crimson Series (ePub)

Gia, spurned by Vincent King, finds herself thrust into a world brimming with conflict and dangerous liaisons. Her heart still stinging from Vincent's betrayal, Gia is forced to consider a strategic marriage to Vincent's cousin and new second-in-command, Marco, as dictated by her father's machinations. However, Gia views Marco as nothing more than a consolation prize, a bitter reminder of her rejection.

Marco, secretly enamored with Gia from a distance, is determined to win her heart. He promises Gia her freedom should she choose not to marry him after their courtship, a pledge stemming from his belief in true love, inspired by his parents' passionate romance. But Gia is skeptical, unable to shake the feeling of being a pawn in a larger game.

As Gia reluctantly agrees to get to know Marco, she encounters his closest friends, Dante and Nico, who introduce her to a world where she can assert control over her destiny and desires. This unexpected turn ignites a fierce desire in Gia to break free from the chains of expectation and to explore her own path in love and power.

However, this newfound independence comes at a price. Gia's growing closeness with Dante and Nico, alongside her evolving relationship with Marco, places her at the heart of a complex web of emotions and power struggles. Her father's ambition and the volatile politics of the mafia world threaten to unravel the delicate balance she tries to maintain.

In a society where alliances shift like sand and power is the ultimate aphrodisiac, Gia's journey is fraught with danger and betrayal. She must navigate the treacherous waters of love, desire, and familial duty, all while forging her own identity in a world that seeks to define her. As she becomes more entangled in her unconventional relationships, Gia faces the ultimate dilemma: embracing her newfound strength and independence could shatter the fragile peace within the mafia or lead her to a love beyond her wildest dreams.