Distance
By Luna Mason

This is book one of The Beneath the Mask Series. Keller and Sienna have an explosive connection from page one. They meet by chance in Keller’s bar after Sienna’s roommate Maddie convinces her to go out because she’s been depressed at home after finding her boyfriend cheating on her.

Keller is a famous boxer and has ties to the head of the mafia. He doesn’t want any distractions; he can't afford them. He’s preparing for the fight that will get him out of his mafia ties. Keller becomes obsessed with Sienna after just one taste. He is the perfect protective alpha male. As Sienna deals with the baggage of her ex boyfriend, now turned stalker, Keller becomes her place of safety. Their connection is fast and extremely explosive. This was a steamy read that will have you hot and bothered.

If you like
🖤 Dark Romance
🤫 M@fia Vibes
🥊 Fighter MMC (boxing)
💪🏼 Surprise Tattoos
🙏 “Good Girl” Praise
🏃‍♀️ Fast Burn
👊 Touch Her and

Sadly I got 50% though this book and then I DNF’ed it. After reading the blurb I thought I would enjoy this book so much unfortunately it just felt flat for me, I struggled to find a connection to the characters and the plot.

*Thank you Luna Mason and NetGalley for gifting me this ARC!*

Whoo! Where to start with this insane love story!
Keller is an insanely hot boxer but also the mafia leaders main hitman. He has his own mental demons to fight and thinks he's not worthy of a woman's love. Enter Sienna! She just found out her fiancee is cheating on her (literally walked in on him) and she ends up at a club with her best friend Maddie. Side note, I loved Maddie and her love for wanting love!
Sienna trips over heels in the club and Keller catches her when she lands on his lap. The connection is instant and fireworks are never put out between these two.
They both had hard childhoods and are determined to heal from their pasts.
The spice in this book is written so well and there's a ton of it! Not only is the spice written well, but the trust they put in each other to allow themselves the pleasure they want, is incredible.
The only reason I rated this 4 stars instead of 5, is because it was a little longer than necessary but I still thoroughly enjoyed it!!

It took me a little bit to get into the book but once I did I couldn’t stop! The plot was great, the instant attraction between Keller and Sienna was hot and tension-filled. Luna Mason provided a super entertaining read. Sometimes the writing felt a little off or stilted but other than that I really have no complaints. The smut was great, the romance had me giggling and the plot had me in my seat.

So i really wanted to like this one, but it didn't quite hit for me like i hoped it would. It was a little cringey and I normally like insta love but this wasn't it. I was going to DNF but decided to push through

I am obsessed with this book!

Keller is the bad boy boxer/mafia hit man MMC, Sienna just got out of a toxic relationship and neither of them is looking for a relationship but the sparks fly the instant they meet.

A definite must read if you enjoy
A possessive MMC
Touch her and ☠️
Mafia vibes
Dark Romance
A lot of 🌶

And there's a bonus epilogue that wasn't included in the original indie publication, so even if you've read it before, it's worth a reread.

This book was full of banter and spice! I picked it up because of the cover but the characters really dragged me into their world and kept me captivated

I am obsessed with everything Luna writes and Distance was no exception. I love seeing a strong and scary MMC go soft for his woman and that is exactly how Keller is when he meets Sienna. He is so protective right from the start and I was melting. Sienna just got out of a relationship and isn't looking for anything serious, but even she can't resist this big, bad boxer. But the chemistry between them is so insane, they have to give in and indulge!

What to expect:
🥊 Boxer MMC
🥊 Mafia romance
🥊 Touch her and die
🥊 Possessive MMC
🥊 He's soft only for her

Thank you to HamBright PR and Netgalley for the ARC in exchange for my honest review.

This is a great read for lovers of dark mafia romance. You can feel the chemistry between the main characters and it makes for a perfect read.

Keller has never been one for relationships. Never really wanting to get to know women or wanting anything besides one night. All of that changes when he meets Sienna. He is instantly drawn to her and that infatuation only grows.

Sienna has her own package and trauma, mainly stemming from her parents. She has been on her own most of her life. After she finds her fiance balls deep in another woman her life takes some unexpected turns.

Sienna and Keller!! These two are a spicy duo. Their relationship definitely has their ups and downs. They both have a lot of healing they need to do in order to make their relationship stronger.

Oh my goodness, I love Sienna’s and Keller’s story! I love the love and then heart break and love again. I love the action in it, the smutty scenes and all the characters except for Jamie! Absolutely amazing work! 10/10!

Give me a dark romance with mafia vibes and I will be a happy girl.

Keller has a dark past as a street fighter. Sienna had recently broken up with her boyfriend and was trying to let loose.
They had immediate chemistry but they wanted to deny it.
Of course Keller did not want to bring her into the dark parts of his life, but he could only stay away for so long.

There was A LOT of back and forth with this book, but it really worked with the storyline.

If you're a fan of mafia romance, this one definitely checks the boxes. It’s packed with spice, a bit of violence, and all the drama you’d expect from the genre. The romance leans heavily into insta-love, and while some of the steamy scenes were a little over-the-top, it was still a fun, fast-paced read. If mafia love stories are your thing, this one’s worth a shot.

Distance By Luna Mason is the first book in the Beneath the Mask Series.

Keller is from a poor underground street fighter who rose to fame as a world heavy weight champion and has ties to the mafia until a debt is paid.

Sienna is newly single working on building her life back together after catching her boyfriend cheating.

Keller and Sienna meet at the grand opening of Kepler’s nightclub and sparks fly.

Will Keller and Sienna be able to get past the fear of love and fight for their happily ever after.

Tropes:
Dark Romance
M@fia Vibes
Fighter MMC (boxing)
Surprise Tattoos
“Good Girl" Praise
Fast Burn
Touch Her and D!e

This book was not for me, but reading is subjective so what one person does not like another may love. Always check it out for yourself.

Thank you to HamBright PR and Netgalley for the gifted eARC.

I devoured this I love Keller and sienna so much 🥺 they both healed each other and were so down bad for each other 🥺 I loved it I can’t wait to continue the series 💕

A mafia enforcer who has instant chemistry and gonna protect his girl? yes please. Not too give to much away we will keep it short and sweet: this is no slow burn, the spice hit early and doesn’t disappoint, while they truly build their relationship with one another and do what they can to protect one another. I love this author and this is another smash hit!

After reading Luna Mason’s Distance, I understand why it has been recommended several times. The spice hits early, and the story’s pacing is fast. Distance isn’t too heavy on the mafia theme compared to some mafia stories I’ve read, but it does have some detailed fight scenes. I liked how those scenes transpired.

Keller is a boxer, but he’s a mafia enforcer, though he attempts to keep the mafia part of him hidden from Sienna. There is angst. There were some moments of frustration with Keller and Sienna, but I got over it. I like the introduction to the supporting characters, like Maddie and Grayson.

Distance is the type of story that ends in a way that makes me want to read the next installment. I enjoyed it!

This was my first mafia and sports romance and I am hooked! Keller is one hot and spicy man and I love him. I am also a sucker for instant lust and this book did not disappoint. I love when the main characters try to fight their attraction, but ultimately give into it. This book is full of twists and turns and suspense and it keeps you on your toes! I will be continuing with this series!

🥊💀 "He was the heavyweight champion. I was just passing through. Neither of us expected to fall."
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Luna Mason slays with Distance—a brutal, beautiful dark mafia romance that ripped me to shreds and stitched me back together with every page. If you love a possessive fighter with secrets and a heroine with a backbone of steel, buckle up. You’re in for a wild ride.
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Keller “The Killer” Russo is the ultimate morally gray anti-hero—dangerous in the ring, lethal in the shadows. One look at Sienna and his world tilts on its axis. But loving her? That’s the real fight. And Sienna? She’s no damsel. She knows Keller’s hiding something behind that mask, but she can't resist him—and neither could I.
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This is not a fluffy love story. It's raw. It's messy. It's full of tension, betrayal, redemption, and the kind of chemistry that sets your Kindle on fire.🔥
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🖤 Tropes & Themes:

🥊 Fighter x Civilian

💀 Dark Mafia Romance

🔥 Forced Proximity

🕶️ Hidden Identity / Masked Hero

🖤 Morally Gray MMC

🤐 Secrets & Lies

🫀 Redemption Arc

🎤 Bonus Interview Content
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This is probably one of my favorite Luna mason books to date!! The way she writes is truly amazing in this book. You get to see trauma from a past relationship healing in a current one and honestly, I don’t mind the Insta attraction in this book because of how well written it was as well as some of the absolutely fucking hilarious moments the heart wrenching moments and the yummy yummy spicy scenes. This is hands-down one of my favorite books by this author