Filthy Marcellos: Lucian

This novel is about Lucian who is the adopted son of Antony and Cecilia and picks up where the previous book (Antony) left off.It’s an enjoyable read with lots of steam, plots and violence as you would expect from a mafia novel.Lucian first meets Jordyn in church and I suppose you could call it love at first sight, however Jordyn is the property of an MC who because of her noncompliance to their way of life beats her badly. Enter Lucian who pretty much nurses her back to health but their problems are only just beginning……Highly recommend both Antony and Lucian to read and I’ll be moving on to read about Dante and Giovanni next ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

The writing is great quality and the characters are engaging, each family member different yet endearing in their own way. This is my second book I've read from this author and I literally couldn't put it down. She writes in the third person, but at no point do you feel detached.. if anything it works better. I'm looking forward to the next book in the series.

Lucian was adopted in the Marcello family when he was eight years old. Antony and Cecelia treat him equally to their two sons, Dante and Giovanni. An impressive trio.Lucian has his own team and conducts his businesses in a very effective way. He has no intention of settling down yet.Jordyn was brought up in an MC. She works as a barmaid in one of their clubs. Now that her protector is no longer around to keep her safe, the president has other ideas about what she should be doing.When Lucian goes to confession on a Sunday, he encounters this blue eyed, dark haired beauty who leaves him speechless. He doesn't know anything about her but he can't get her out of his mind. He comes across her again when attending a meeting as she is the server of his table. Jordyn recognises him but keeps her mouth shut. Lucian discovers that she is not there by choice and he doesn't like the way some of club members treat her. He decides to pay her a visit but is a little too late. She has been badly beaten up and is in a terrible state. He takes her under his wings to protect her. They now have to watch their backs as the MC president considers Jordyn to be club property! Just when they think that the danger has passed, there is an attempt on Lucian's life. He has a price on his head but who is behind these coups? In the meantime the attraction between them gets stronger by the day. Can Jordyn adapt to Lucian's way of life? What about the Marcellos, will they agree to this prospective relationship? Will Lucian ever find out who is trying to kill him?This story is full of danger, betrayal, crimes and loyalty. It's sensual and romantic. I found it to be a real page turner and the suspense makes for a compulsive read.

Lucian Marcello - Mafia PrinceA man that has risen above tragedy. A lawbreaker. A troublemaker. A man with a deadly past and uncertain future.Jordyn Reese - MC PrincessA woman that has survived a life of neglect and addiction.. A life she didn't choose. A life she ran away from.Can these two broken people heal each other or will their past not only keep them apart but get them killed.I thoroughly enjoyed this seriously hot dark mafia romance and look forward to reading more about the Marcello Brothers and the women who can tame them.

This being the first book in the Filthy Marcello’s Series for me Lucian was off to a great start! This genre is one of my favourite reads and Bethany-Kris is the best of the best authors in this genre too! A well written storyline with lots of twists and turns, I certainly never expected. A really fast paced, on the edge of your seat read.Lucian is the quiet, brooding eldest son in the Marcello Crime Family and Jordyn Reese is the mystery woman he sees in the confessional box at his families church. His first taste of instant lust and knowing she will be his no matter what! But can he save Jordyn from the clutches of Will Vetta President of the Sons of Hell Chapter who says that Jordyn is the property of Legs and Leather. Can Jordyn handle the Mafia families corrupt and deadly lifestyle? Can Lucian protect and keep Jordyn safe from the threat of Will Vettas’ psychotic hatred for Jordyn?

I really, really like how Bethany-Kris writes her characters, Lucian and Jordyn are no exception. However, I wanted more from the suspense plots which is why this is not 5 stars. I kinda felt a bit let down by the baddies getting their comeuppance off page. I so wanted to see those revolting specimens suffer!

Have a love hate reaction to reading the first book in a series. Lucian is a fantastic book to start this series it concentrates on Lucian and Jordyns relationship but gives enough to make you want all the characters stories. I didn’t want to put the Mafia and reluctant Biker property down.

There was quite a lot to like about this book, a strong heroine, well paced story and clearly the author had done some research but sadly it was let down by poor English. Words were misused (saddle up instead of sidle up, subtle in place of supple etc.) and the grammar was all over with mashed tenses on each page. A good editing is needed and then I would have given it 4 stars because it has potential to be very enjoyable. It was free so the mistakes were excusable but I would be reluctant to pay for the rest of the series until the books are properly edited.