Via Mari Author

Degrees of Innocence, Cruel Deceptions.....

International best selling author, Via Mari

FREE for the first time, on major platforms!

A possessive billionaire. An innocent mafia princess.

My connections to the crime family run deep.

I’m a powerful force who gets what I want.

The lovely Katarina is my addiction.

She takes my breath away.

Her crystalline blue eyes beg me to take her innocence.

And I intend to do far more than that…

But she draws lines at working for the boss.

And my blue-eyed virgin has a secret past.

I’m not the only one bound to the Larussio crime family.

She’s part of this circle, more than she knows.

A real-life mafia princess, who’s been kept in the dark.

My innocent will need to accept my domineering side.

And I’ll protect her from the brutality of this life.

Because she and her innocence now belong to me.

Grab this suspenseful billionaire, mafia entangled romance where he falls for an innocent mafia princess who is the only woman to ever tell him no.

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2025/8/5 Edited to

... Read moreThe Larussio Crime Family serves as the dark and captivating backdrop for "Degrees of Innocence," an enthralling novel by Via Mari that expertly weaves elements of suspense, romance, and moral complexity. The story centers around a possessive billionaire deeply intertwined with the mafia world and the innocent Katarina, a blue-eyed virgin with a mysterious past. Their conflicting natures—domineering versus innocent—spark tension, attraction, and compelling drama. This richly layered narrative explores themes common to popular mafia romance genres—such as forbidden love, morally grey characters, and the dangerous allure of power. The Larussio family's influence looms large, linking multiple characters to a shadowy criminal underworld that adds an edge of danger and unpredictability. Fans of billionaire romance and mafia entangled plots will appreciate the nuanced portrayal of power dynamics and personal secrets. The protagonist’s addiction to Katarina’s innocence and the challenges posed by her reluctance to work for the mafia boss add to the emotional stakes. Moreover, the story’s inclusion of the "Enemies to Lovers" trope, alongside hashtags like #DeliciouslyDark, #OppositesAttract, and #DominateCEO, hints at a sophisticated, steamy read that balances romance with suspense. Available for free on Amazon, Kobo, Apple, Smashwords, and more, "Degrees of Innocence" offers readers a chance to experience high-quality storytelling from a best-selling author. Its presence on major platforms ensures accessibility, while the community-driven tags foster connection among fans of billionaire and mafia romance genres. Overall, this novel promises an emotionally charged journey filled with secrets, dominance, passion, and a heroine who defies expectations. For readers looking to immerse themselves in an intoxicating world where innocence clashes with crime family loyalty, this book is an ideal choice.

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