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A devil in a Brioni suit. My unforgettable one-night stand. And a notorious member of the Omertà empire. I learned that last piece of information a bit too late. I never expected to see him again. But it turns out that destiny had other plans and gave me the whole of him for several incredible hours. Then I bolted again-for the second time in my life. He was Manuel Marchetti. Off-limits. Forbidden. Dangerous. So then why was I unable to forget him? My body and soul came alive only for him. I hoped I'd never see him again, but it wasn't meant to be. Everywhere I went, the man was there-stealing kisses, making promises, and painting streets red. He seemed to delight in pushing my buttons and demanding more. Much to my dismay, it seemed I was unable to resist him. Then, a chance encounter required his protection. He swept me away to his remote Italian castle and I could feel my resolve cracking under his burning gaze and searing touch. The harder I tried to resist, the faster my body caved. With each passing day, I was starting to realize that by the end of it all, I'd be the one succumbing. Either by the secrets surrounding my life or under his consuming touch.
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