The Butcher's Wife
by Sam Crescent
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Pub Date Jul 05 2022 | Archive Date Jul 13 2022
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Description
Valentina has been picked to be The Butcher’s wife—the most deadly man within the Rossi mafia. He's exactly what men fear, and now she is set to be his wife. He could have any woman, but instead, he picked her. Why? She was passed over by Thomas Rossi’s son because she was broken and damaged.
Giovanni Romano is a monster. After his family was killed when he was young, he spent his entire life becoming a killing machine. He swore his loyalty to Rossi, and what he wants more than anything is Valentina. He saved her, and now he'll allow her the chance to live and thrive.
Valentina never expected to fall for her husband. He's terrifying and dangerous, but the moment she's close to him, he sets a fire inside her. When she’s with him, she feels complete and never wants to be without him.
Now it is up to Giovanni to protect his wife when it matters most, or will he be doomed to lose the only woman he has ever loved?
Advance Praise
"Another great read. I adore all Sam Crescent’s books and this was no different. I love Valentina and Butcher. They both had overcome a lot and it was great to see them get their HEA.
Character development was great as always. Story was fabulous with great progression which can always be expected with this author."
"Great story. Well written steamy hot scenes, arranged marriage, mafia drama, and more."
"This was a excellent read. Love every moment of Giovanni and Valentina story. The good one always feel to short but it definitely comes with all that I love read in them, the feelings, the action. It was just an amazing read."
"Two people who have endured the horrors of the evil in the world are bound together through love in an environment where love is not normal. Beautiful story of love and healing with some violence and lots of heat."
Available Editions
| EDITION | Ebook |
| ISBN | 9780369506542 |
| PRICE | $3.99 (USD) |
Available on NetGalley
Featured Reviews
Jennifer M, Reviewer
*Thank you to NetGalley and the author for an ARC in exchange for a review.*
This was so adorable. I know that's a weird thing to say for a mafia novella but it's the truth. These two made me smile and swoon and I was so invested in their HEA. I wish I had 100 pages more of them but the author did such a great job of getting me invested in such a short time.
I thought it was romantic and steamy while still being moving and ending with a bang. Literally... haha!
I will absolutely read more of Sam Cresent after this.
5 stars
3 on the spice scale
TW: mentions of abuse (past), characters in peril
Michelle C, Reviewer
I loved this one! A fantastic mafia story with a not so traditional “Butcher” Giovanni. He’s definitely brutal but for his new bride he’s everything good. There’s plenty of chemistry and a healthy dose of mafia violence but this is a total HEA read.
Librarian 525175
Just a fun Sam Crescent book, and it's everything you expect. The Butcher's Wife features a marriage of Valentina (who had been through an extremely traumatic event that made her previous fiancee bow out of their marriage) and Giovanni (seen as a monster of the mafia). The two of them complement each other very well. Be prepared for steamy romance tropes (fun!), and an enjoyable plot.
Cynthia G, Reviewer
Thank you NetGalley for the eARC. OH MY GOD this book was so good! I fell in love with the butcher and I wanted to kick whats-his-name's ass every time he came near Valentina! The story was so well written. I just felt for her so much, I was happy when she was happy and proud of him whenever he did something nice for her. I hope I read more of them!
Celeste H, Reviewer
Wow, this was freakin awesome! I enjoyed this book soooo much more then anticipated, which as an avid reader and reviewer I’m not often enthralled from the first few pages. I loved her innocence but yet fully aware of the world she lives in. His demeanor and style is sexy and heartwarming, I love how they come together and become a team. This was a great read.
Cynthia H, Reviewer
The Butcher's Wife by Sam Crescent is a sweet and sexy version of opposites attract with a bit of a beauty and the beast theme! Valentina has had a hard life; her family does not appreciate her sacrifices, nor do they understand how strong she has always been. When she was taken years ago, the Butcher (Giovanni Romano) swooped in to rescue her. True, it was his job to bring her to safely but for him it was personal. He had always been drawn to her beauty and gentleness but now he was able to see her true strength and courage. Left scarred both physically and mentally, Valentina is sure she will never marry. Imagine her surprise when Giovanni picks her as his bride. Prolific author, Sam Crescent, never disappoints. Her characters are always intriguing, and their passion rings true. I really enjoyed this gritty story of love unexpected!
Thank you to NetGalley for allowing to me read this ARC for my honest opinion!
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