Cora Reilly - Bound by Hatred

Bound by Hatred: A Tale of Passion and Power

Gianna, a young woman with a fierce spirit, vows to escape the predetermined path laid out for her by her powerful mafia father. When her sister is forced into a loveless marriage, Gianna promises herself that she will never be another pawn in her family's game of power. But fate has other plans.

Enter Matteo Vitiello, known as "The Blade," a ruthless and captivating figure who sets his sights on Gianna the moment he lays eyes on her. Rocco Scuderi, Gianna's father, sees Matteo as the perfect match for his daughter, and he is more than willing to make the arrangement. But Gianna refuses to be another victim of her family's tradition.

Just months before the forced wedding, Gianna makes a daring escape from her watchful guards, fleeing to Europe with a glimmer of hope for a life free from her father's control. However, Matteo, a skilled hunter and assassin, is determined to bring her back. The chase takes Gianna across continents, testing her limits and forcing her to confront her past.

After six months on the run, Gianna finds a semblance of peace in Munich, but her escape proves short-lived. Matteo and her father's men track her down, tragically involving an innocent man in their conflict. The consequences are devastating, leaving Gianna broken and forced into a marriage that binds her to the very man she despises.

Torn between guilt and hatred, Gianna vows to make Matteo's life a living hell. Yet, amidst the power struggles and the bitter animosity, an undeniable spark ignites between them. Their clashing wills ignite a passionate inferno, blurring the lines between hatred and desire.

Bound by Hatred is a captivating tale of love and revenge, where desire and power collide in a dangerous dance. Cora Reilly masterfully weaves a story that is both thrilling and emotionally intense, leaving readers on the edge of their seats.