This book isn't just your typical love story- it is a powerful journey of friendship, healing, self worth and to acknowledge that sometimes you are capable of commiting crimes to avenge the people you love. This story could even be seen as a dark romance- mafia, ex military, murdering, avenging themes. For me the male lead Enzo stole the show. His emotions and story pulled at my heart strings. The book was well written and I really enjoyed a lazy Sunday reading this book. Highly recommend.

I have been so excited for Enzo and Maria's story! Enzo is really the perfect hero, and I just loved everything about him. He and Maria are perfect together. I appreciated her strength and vulnerability. There was quite a bit of action here to keep things interesting. I enjoyed learning more about Enzo's family and am excited for their stories! Overall a great read!

This was a gripping, super steamy, mafia romance.
First of all the positives! I loved the dark Vs light side of the two characters and the sweet descriptions of Chiara, the daughter of Maria, the female love interest. The depictions of sibling relationships, especially between Enzo and his protective brothers. The book had a mixture of action and romance with plenty of steam and kept me gripped on the story, wanting to know what would happen next. I'll definitely read more books by Brittney Sahin.
There aren't loads of negatives, but I did feel the characters were a little immature / unrealistic at times and it took a long while for Enzo to accept that he was going to be with Maria. Apart from that, it was great!

In "Let Me Love You" by Brittney Sahin, readers are taken on an emotional rollercoaster from the very first page to the gripping epilogue. This novel masterfully combines a perfect blend of pacing and heart-wrenching emotions, ensuring that readers are fully immersed in the story. From joy and affection to sadness and hate, the range of feelings experienced throughout the book is truly remarkable.

Sahin skillfully crafts characters that readers will quickly fall in love with, regardless of whether they are good, bad, or larger-than-life. The author paints a vivid world that one can only dream of inhabiting, populated by individuals you long to know and befriend. The men portrayed in the book exude a sense of strength and loyalty that makes them ideal protectors. The suspense and intrigue woven throughout the plot keep readers on the edge of their seats, while the intense chemistry between Enzo and Maria adds a steamy layer to the narrative.

"Let Me Love You" is a fast-paced thriller that effortlessly blends romance, suspense, and redemption. Brittney Sahin's ability to captivate readers and make them emotionally invested in the characters and their journey is truly commendable.

Let Me Love You is the story of Enzo & Maria and picks up where book 1, “Until You Can’t” left off.

Lorenzo (Enzo) Costa, former military & skilled warrior, now head chef at his friend’s restaurant in NC. He made a promise to always protect the daughters of the Romano family, close friends of his parents. He just didn’t count on falling in love with the youngest one, Maria. Enzo has been tormented and troubled since his sister was brutally murdered 13 years ago. He longs for love & a family of his own, yet his past actions leave him feeling unworthy.

Maria Romano is a recently divorced single mom to her baby girl. She oversees the catering business associated with her sister Natalia’s restaurant. Maria has been in love with Enzo since she was a young girl. After divorcing her cheating spouse, she is hell bent on making her own way and discovering what she wants in life. To find happiness. Sadly, Enzo will not be part of that plan, which has left her heartbroken once again.

An encounter with an old friend shatters Enzo’s world, forcing him to re-evaluate everything and his attempt to leave his past behind. With a decades old murder mystery to be solved, forced proximity and one too many family members complicating matters, things for Enzo & Maria go sideways rather quickly, in unexpected ways.

If you are familiar with Sahin’s work you will appreciate the Easter eggs from her other series making cameo appearances here. The story got off to a slow start for me, then picked up steam in the second act. Let Me Love You sets the stage for the continuation of a new series with his brothers.

My rating: 4.5 stars.

Thank you NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC...in which I am to provide an honest review. Definitely a fan of Brittney Sahin, but this book was a bit of a struggle. The plot and twists kept my interest, but it dragged a few times. Thankfully it picked up towards the end of the book. The relationship between Maria and Enzo was golden with some well placed comic relief. Sadly the spice level was a little mild.

Let Me Love You - I found myself not wanting to put this story down not even for a minute. It definitely has you at the edge of your seat. This story is a little darker because of the mafia and family dynamics element, which I liked. This story checks all the boxes for me suspense, murder, friendship & family loyalties, funny moments and even the hot sizzle that you want in romance!

Maria Romano knows Enzo Costa because their families were close. For her, he has always been the one out of reach, but for him she is unattainable. He protects her from a far. Six years ago they kissed and that was it. It shouldn't have happened. Maria is divorced now with an 18 month old daughter and Enzo works with her sister.

Will the past come back to create danger? Can they get close?

An exceptional read! Also loved the Echo & Alpha Team involvement. Can't wait for more. Hopefully soon.

Thank you NetGalley for the eARC. This book was everything and then some. I fought my sleep for 2 hours so I could finish, dropping my phone twice in the process but I could not stop reading! Ohhh the action, the story, the characters and the steamy love scenes were just everything you need in your life. Every character jumped off the page and I can only hope to get more of them!

Whilst I absolutely love how the main female protagonist is so straight forward in her intentions towards Enzo, I do feel that we tge readers are missing alot of a story that should've, in My opinion, been included. It really feels like I was missing something, as though I wasn't in on a private joke in a 2 person conversation. Because of that there was a feel disjoint in the reading and the feeling. There was a distinct lack in the emotional part of a romance book. I could certainly see and understand the clear shows of lust and grief and loss but unfortunately that was about it.

Omg these books, this author!!!!! This world is pure gold! I devoured this book in one sitting! Thank you for the ARC.

⤷‧₊˚ 3⭑
i had really high hopes for this book and they only half let me down. i actually liked the book but didn't like the pacing because i felt like there was so much missing which ruined it a bit for me.

Loved this book! Will be picking more up from this author for sure. Need to read Ryan and Thalia’s story that appear in this book. Will recommend to everyone

Brittney Sahin is a great author. I’ve read many of her books and loved them.

I have to admit I struggled a bit through this one. The story is very fast paced and I felt some things were missing for me to truly enjoy it. Brittney’s stories will pull you in and this one is no different. I really enjoyed the dynamic between Maria and Enzo.

A special thanks to Montlake and NetGalley for providing with an ARC of this book.

A satisfying novel for fans of Brittney Sahin! We've got a strong, traditionally masculine man with a prior Navy experience now living a civilian life...for the most part. Will recommend to fans of contemporary Army/Navy romances with strong alpha lead.

When I think of romance, I think of books just like this one, that gives all the feels and satisfies every romance junkies' heart. This is a perfect books to snuggle up with on any day. This one took by surprise!

The one thing I liked about this book is that it stuck to its original plot well. The summary given was exactly what to book contained. However I found some chapters to be confusing and very fast paced. The dynamic between Enzo and Maria was such a rollercoaster I found myself annoyed when I should’ve been swooning.

Overall, I’ll rate this arc with 2.5 stars, as it held my attention enough to finish it.

Couldn’t get into the story. The description makes it seem an interesting and engaging story, but it didn’t worked for me. Pity, because I wanted to find out Enzo’s story, but couldn’t stand the back and forth between him and Maria. And I completely hated Maria’s character.

Por el resumen, parece que es una historia interesante y entretenida, pero no funciona para mí. Me hubiera gustado conocer la historia completa de Enzo, no sólo lo que se puede deducir por todo lo que no dice, pero no soporté la interacción de él y Maria, a la que por cierto detesté desde el principio.