I need more than 5 stars to rate this epic tale!
I am wrecked, drained emotionally, and in need of a new box of tissues.
This is a beautiful account of the 'rest of the story.' Ms. G. relays the second half of her life to Barbara, her caretaker, who has become like a daughter to her. Their relationship is so precious and touching. I thought Queen of Secrets (book 1) was an amazing account of this Mafia queen's full, complicated, and dramatic life but Crown of Confessions tops that by a mile. It's no wonder that Violetta Giordano is such a strong, wise, badass, take no crap woman. And still very powerful, even in her advanced age and waning health.
I haven't ugly-cried in a long time but this book brought that out several times.
It killed me.
This will stick with me for quite awhile. It's going to be hard to move on.

You MUST read this book (& part one Queen of Secrets)!!
5+++++ stars (which is still not enough stars!)

Rekindled romance, new love, betrayal and La Cosa Nostra cover-ups, EJ Tanda's Crown of Confessions has is all. This well written conclusion to her Matriarch Mafia series is full of raw emotions and instantly connects you with her characters old and new. Full of nostalgia, you will not want to set this book down - highly recommended! (ARC Review)

What an amazing read! Once again EJ Tanda does nothing but impress. I couldn't put the book down, once I opened the first page. I love how she brings you into the lives of the characters. the unbreakable bond they hold for each other, is nothing short of Love! I didn't expect to need so many tissues!!! I can't wait to see what she writes next.