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Are you ready to discover the Valentino Empire? Join Theo Valentino and his cousins as they navigate the threats that come as part of being in the mafia, and how this affects those around them… especially the ones that capture their hearts.

Valentino Empire Reading Order by Kylie Kent

Devilish King: A Dark Mafia Romance (Valentino Empire Book 1)

Attending her twin sister’s wedding in Las Vegas, Holly can’t help but reflect on how life has changed in the last few years. From being held at gunpoint, her brother being killed, her father murdering his killer and now in jail today and her sister marrying the love of her life. Wanting to gain control over her life and with somewhat a fresh slate she has taken a job as a third-grade teacher at an elite prep school in New York. Relocating her life from Syndey to New York is overwhelming but she has got this – plus Reilly is only at the end of the phone whenever she needs support.

As the only heir to the Valentino Empire, Theo has been prepped to rule one day. With his father still calling the shots he is stuck in an arranged engagement with Lana, who he has known since he was a toddler. Thinking of her as a sister rather than anything romantic. Pressured into setting dates etc. puts Theo in a temper, heading to his cousin’s diner with Neo. Spotting a beautiful redhead sitting in his usual seat the diner waits to see his reaction, instead, he opts to eat in the office. 

A middle-of-night trip to a local diner has Holly feeling aware of something or someone but unsure as to what until Theo makes his presence known, Instantly feeling connected to him she attempted to fight her feelings but over the course of the two days it is as though they have to spend a lifetime together. Needing to get out of the arranged marriage more than ever, Theo attempted to come up with a solution but Lana takes things into her own hands. Will Holly be strong enough to deal with Theo as the head of the Valentino empire? Will there be repercussions for breaking the agreement and declaring his love for Holly?

Unassuming Queen: A Dark Mafia Romance (Valentino Empire Book 2)

The bottom has just fallen out of Holly’s world as she comes to terms with the explosion and the death of her husband. Throwing a glass at the wall after three days of heartbreak she looks longingly at the broken glass and thinks about how easily she could join Theo again. Thankfully, Neo finds her before she acted on any of those thoughts. She just can’t believe that Theo is dead, sending him messages to show how much she misses him and needs him back she is in for a surprise when they are marked as read – but how can that be?

Faking his own death whilst taking out Lana’s big brother, Theo knew that it would be hard on him as well as Holly. But unaware of how much it would affect his queen and the drastic steps she might do. Relying on Neo to keep her alive and safe as he discovers the bigger picture of the trafficking ring Lana’s father and potentially his father were orchestrating. Seeking out the players and plans he feeds this back to ‘The Three’ but he needs to reassure his broken-hearted wife that he is alive but hiding at the moment.

Retreating to Sydney under Theo’s order whilst he heads to Italy, Holly shares the news with Theo’s mom that he is alive and their bond grows. Missing him albeit being able to contact him Holly stirs up his possessive side as she heads out shopping etc. with her sister and friends. Theo is fighting battles in Italy in order to be reconnected with his wife but as he heads back after a whistlestop visit to Syndey, Holly will be by his side – but will this bite them in the butt?

United Reign: A Dark Mafia Romance (Valentino Empire Book 3)

Returning to New York Holly is aware that there is still a threat to Theo and his family. Finding that his penthouse has been targeted they retreat to a brownstone near Helena’s Diner. She is still attempting to come to terms with everything that happened in Italy. And as she and Theo reconnects that active threat comes knocking and she is left at the diner whilst Theo disappears to help his men. Needing to forget the last few weeks she heads back to her apartment to find Angelica and Isabella.

Theo cannot believe how his life has changed since meeting Holly, feeling out of sorts as soon as he is away from her. Needing to ensure her safety whilst still being the Don to his men. Watching the meek girl he first met transform into his queen, she is not afraid to question his decisions – something he loves and hates. Tracking her down after another incident he comes face to face with his newly found sister Angelica and niece Isabella, but he’s not ready to accept his new family, well Isabella is firmly in his heart.

The war is still raging around him and a hit has been placed on his head but how can Theo find where The Clover is hiding? Holly attempts to start creating their future by finding a home and offering Theo advice on business matters whilst discovering that she is carrying his child. Things come to a head with a double kidnapping but who has been taken and will the men underestimate the women in their world?

Brutal Princess: A Dark Mafia Romance (Valentino Empire Book 4)

Finding out that she has a brother, Angelica believes that her father has finally lost the plot. The reality is that Theo is five years older than her and their father did not know that he was his until his visit to Italy. Now Angelica is being sent to New York, along with her daughter Isabella to track the rat within the Valentino organisation and keep Theo safe whilst the war rages around him. Spending the first week sourcing information about Theo and his underboss Neo before she makes introductions.

Being the underboss neo is the man that Theo relies upon for information, action and everything else, being his right-hand man entails. He has never been serious about love or women until he heads to Holly’s old apartment with Theo after another shootout and miscommunication. Whilst he is there to get his sister Helena home, who has had too much to drink, Neo can’t help but notice the beauty sitting there assessing the situation unfolding. Realising that the angel is Theo’s newly found sister should shut down any thoughts he has for her but it doesn’t.

Feeling torn about the true reason for her visit versus the family she has gained for Isabella, however, she knows that this is all temporary and not the life she wants long term. Neo is surprised by the pull he feels towards his angel and how protective he feels over Isabella – believing that Theo’s love sickness over Holly has passed over to him. Although trying to get her to believe that this thing between them is something real and long-term is anything but straightforward. As the rat is uncovered Angelica takes things into her own hands but when Isabella is taken they combine forces to get her home.

Reclaiming Lola: A Dark Mafia Romance (Valentino Empire Book 5)

Ten years ago, at nine years old Lola was taken by sex traffickers and had been held captive ever since. Over those years she has endured the most horrific things both to herself and forced to watch what happened to others. Renamed #36 she loses her identity and when a new person #513 is shoved into her cell she knows that she needs to act. Not only to save the little girl who must have been a similar age to her when she was first taken but also as he claims to be the daughter of Neo Valentino – Lola’s brother.

Managing to facilitate a rescue she is now on an island off the coast of Australia with Neo, Angelica and Izzy – plus her therapist Dr James. Hiding once again from the world she is attempting to overcome the nightmares, anxiety and uncertainty that she feels. With Dr James being on hand to sit with her, take walks on the beach and talk things through. Finds herself feeling peaceful in his company and relying on him to help her sleep etc. 

Moving to the island to help Lola has to be the hardest client that James has come across. finding himself protective of her and wanting to burn down the world for causing her so much harm. Their connection grows over the months and as his patient/professional boundaries begin to blur he knows that he needs to step back to allow Lola to deal with everything whilst not using. Relying on him as a crutch. Truly heartbreaking as Lola reclaims who she was, who she now is and who she wants to be in the future.

Empire Of Lies (Valentino Empire Novella) by Kylie Kent

Published 1st May 2023
Format: Kindle

Available to buy from Amazon

Thirty years ago, I left Italy.
I left him behind to marry another man.
I thought I was leaving alone; I didn’t know I was carrying a piece of him with me.
How do I face him now after all this time?
Now that he knows what I did?

About The Author: Kylie Kent

Kylie Kent is an international Amazon Bestseller Author of Steamy, Dark and Delicious Romance. Kylie is living out her dream to deliver sexy, always and forever romances. She loves a happily-ever-after story with tons of built-in steam.

She currently resides in Sydney, Australia and when she is not dreaming up the latest romance she can be found spending time with her three children and her husband of twenty years, her very own real-life instant love.

More Books from Kylie Kent

• Sons of Valentino
• Legacy of Valentino
• McKinley Ranch Duet
• The Tempter Series

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