There are no words that can describe my love for By Fate I  Conquer and my gratitude to Cora who created this masterpiece. The story of Amo&Greta is touching, is beautiful, is addictive, is simply an emotional rollercoaster that leaves a mark on the soul and heart. By Fate I Conquer is definitely Cora's return to the roots with which she won the hearts of a million readers around the world. The tropes, the flow and the writing makes it so special and it is so good to read such a stunning piece of art, because that is what By Fate I Conquer is. There's angst, laugh, mafia violent scenes, conflicts, lies and secrets. There is a love that is doomed to failure like Romeo's and Juliet's tragic love, and yet it is something that the characters conquered their hearts with. I really love Amo's and Greta's love. It is not only a feeling, it is everything for them. It is the air they can breathe, the water that keeps them alive and the whole world they are to themselves. There is no Amo without Greta and no Greta without Amo. They form an inseparable whole, which even the most tragic events cannot destroy.

I also love the fact that we have two strong families headed by the cruelest and best of their kind Capos -Luca and Remo. However, it must not be forgotten that they would not have managed to gain the respect and loyalty of others if not for two strong women who always stand by their side - Aria and Serafina. Serafina in particular made my heart beat faster. She loves her children with an unconditional love and that love is shown in the book in the most precious way. It is family and loyalty that are masterfully portrayed in By Fate I Conquer. Especially the dynamics of two families makes this book more and more interesting, draws you in and does not let you put it down.

 Amo is everything I expected and so much more. After a little boy who chased his sister, and then an immature teenager who did not believe that he would ever fall in love, there is no trace left. Amo is so aware of the responsibility that lies with him, but on the other hand, he is getting to know himself anew. All thanks to the emotions that only Greta was able to arouse in him. He has to face many adversities that only make him stronger and even more sure of what he expects from life. And he expects as much or more than what his parents have shown him is possible. Although Amo makes bad decisions, they are the beginning of good ones. And that's what I loved most about Amo. He treated every mistake as a lesson from which he drew conclusions and was never able to repeat it again. He also worshipped Greta like a queen which I'm sure melt not only my heart.

Greta is one of my favorite Cora's heroines. She is a beautiful, delicate, yet altruistic and very strong girl who loves ballet and caring for injured animals. Greta knows what kind of world she lives in and what is admirable is that she is not afraid of it. Greta is like the moon, half of her heart will always love the dark. But what I love most about her is her directness. She's not afraid to say what she feels. Although, like Amo, they do not understand what love is at first, they learn the meaning of the word with each other. And this is probably the most beautiful thing, that if you find the right person, everything suddenly gains a new meaning, takes on logic and colors. Only Amo could calm the chaos in Greta's head, and only Greta could bring a genuine smile to Amo's face that overshadowed the gloom of his role in the mafia.

In conclusion, I have to repeat it again: By Fate I Conquer is EVERYTHING. This is a book that evokes so many different emotions. This is definitely a book that breaks your heart into a million pieces, but only Cora could put them all back together in the end. Every emotion that accompanied me while reading By Fate I Conquer has made and I am sure will make many readers that Amo and Greta will remain in our hearts forever.

 

God of Pain is one of those books that made me feel a myriad of feelings. At first I fell in love with it, then my heart broke into a million pieces, which were finally put together at the end and made me love the story of Annika and Creighton with all my heart. It's hard to put into words how it feels after reading another Rina's masterpiece. Each book she creates is an unforgettable experience that will never be forgotten. This was also the case with God of Pain.

Creighton is my totally favorite. I fell in love with him at first sight and nothing could change my opinion about him. He is a strong man, but also overwhelmed with pain and suffering from the past. I love both his soft and dark side, his demons and the light that only one person, who loves everything that's purple, could induce in him. I love how he fought, both literally and metaphorically. Not only was he able to release his pain underground, but he also fought to keep his monsters from taking over him. His relationship with Eli, Elsa and Aiden is something I keep thinking back to. I just love them together. I could go on and on about Creighton, but I wouldn't be able to do so, except for a large part of him that enveloped Annika.

"He’s the pain that’s brimming with pleasure. The silver  of light in the middle of the darkness." 

The mafia princess is the heroine who surprised me with the book, but also evoked so many different emotions in me. I loved it as only she could break down all the walls Creighton built in the past, as only she could break down his shell. Only she was also the light in the dark tunnel of his soul, and only she could become his anchor. It should be noted that not only Creighton opened up to Annika, but it was her transformation that held me to the wall. I always think she will be fragile, but I also knew that she is like a pearl that hides a secret, its other side. How Annika is like her mother is striking, not only visually but also in terms of what kind of person they are. Both were overcome by demons that could only defeat them by themselves. However, it was not possible without the support of super possesive men like Creighton and Adrian.

"Violet, she says without thinking. It’s less superior than purple"

Annika and Creighton's love might seem easy at first, but I think it would be an underestimation of Rina's talent. She always knows where and how to turn story 180 degrees. Always the turning point in her book is the moment when you realize that you not only read the book, but you live it. You experience emotions experienced by the characters, even if it is pain, it is needed to make love taste even better in the end and to better understand the hidden meaning of the story. I just love Rina and her books. I love how she can possess me in the good sense of the word. Definitely God of Pain was one such story. Annika and Creighton have made a special place in my heart. I love their book and never get rid of it. It was an adventure that made me cry, like I really was crying like a little kid but also made mine heart beat faster💜💜💜

God of Malice is one of the darkest and best books I have ever read. Rina has created a whole new world and completely different heroes who, despite their nature, are characters that cannot be hated. The first book is the best introduction to the entire series. It keeps you in suspense until the very end, thus arousing various emotions, the most noticeable of which is curiosity about what will happen next.

Glyndon is the only female heiress of the name King. As her grandfather's favorite granddaughter, she knows how big expectations rest on her, but one event has left  an unforgettable mark on her that she has begun to doubt who she really is. She's lost and doesn't really know how to assemble the puzzle herself, on which her soul has crumbled. Glyndon is a woman who is brave and self-confident. I love how stubborn she is and how she pursues her goals. She is not afraid of the darkness that surrounds her at every step.

“I’m a King, and we don’t get told what to do.”

Killian Carson is not the hero but the villain in this story. From childhood, he was definitely different from the rest. A little bit broken, a little bit lost, but always curious about the world and all its nooks and crannies. His psychopathic side was a cause for concern, but Killian had learned to hide it under the guise of a man who normally functions in society. Everything changes the moment the circumstances meet him with the honey blonde girl.

"Killian Carson is a predator wrapped in sophisticated charm. He’s cold-blooded, manipulative, and savage. The worst part is that no one sees his devil side."

The story of Killian and Glyndon is not all roses, but thorns. Even so, their book is simply wonderful. Sometimes the greatest beauty is hidden under the ugliest undercuts and so it is with the love of the main characters. I fell in love with the dark side of Killian and how caring but also possessive he was towards Glyndon.

"Understand this, Glyndon, there's nothing noble or tender about what I feel for you. It's a violent volcano of obsession, possession, and deranged lust. If you want love, then I do love you, but it's the unorthodox version of love."

God of Malice is a beautiful, but also one of Rina's darkest books. Personally, I can't imagine it would be any different. It consumed me from the very beginning to the last word. It left a mark on my soul and a curiosity that I hope will be dispelled by the rest of the Legacy of Gods books that I am anxiously waiting for. Rina went back to her roots, which she only strengthened with a great start to Second Generation.

By Virtue I Fall is a beautiful book about forbidden love which keeps you in suspense until the very end, which is full of sexual tension and banter. It is the kind of book that you can read once, twice, an infinite number of times, and it will always be breathtaking for you. On the other hand the moment when you realise the book is going to an end is the worst feeling you can ever feel. I was not and probably never will be able to leave Anna and Santino. They found a place in my heart that will always remain their property.

Anna and Santino always liked to banter, but there was an invisible line between them that Capo Chicago's daughter's bodyguard could not cross.

Anna Cavallaro has always known what she wants from life. She found a passion in fashion and wanted to develop in this direction. At the moment when she was assigned private bodyguard, Anna found another point of contact. Santino was a crush to her, someone she knew with whom it would never be boring. From the very beginning of their relationship, she loved testing the limits of Santino's endurance. It is no way to not fell in love with Anna. She is independent and beautiful like her mother, and clever and stubborn just like her father.

"Chanel is fashion, no matter the age"

Santino Bianchi loved thrill and pain ever since he became one of the most well known Chicago's enforcer. So that he wasn't pleased when his Capo asked him to babysitting Anna-  annoying mafia princess. Santino, however, inherited his father's honor and loyalty to his branch, which is why he could not refuse such an important task. However, he did not expect that Dante's daughter would hinder his task in every possible way. Santino's iron will is definitely his advantage, but is it impossible to melt iron and tear down Santino's walls?

"Off limits, I reminded myself, but my heart ignored my brain"

Definitely he knew that he had to fight back Anna's advances, even though she was persistent in her actions. Things got complicated when it was difficult to ignore the fact that Anna became a woman who got what she wanted. And she wanted Santino, although due to her obligations as a Capo's daughter, it was only temporary.

When Anna realized her dream of studying fashion in Paris, she knew it was a great opportunity to tear down the walls of her bodyguard and make the most of the life. It becomes more and more difficult for Santino to ignore Anna and her flirts, especially so far from home, especially being free from the expectations and responsibilities that weigh on him. Time spent in Paris was supposed to be just a fling, but is it only?

"She would be my downfall. One day I'd die because of Anna Cavallaro"

By Virtue I Fall is a book that captivated me and would not let go from the first page. I read it in one breath and fell in love with it so much. Anna and Santino are heroes that cannot be disliked, their love is an explosive mixture that draws readers into their world. This Story will stay with me for an eternity.

Bound by Hatred is definitely one of the most explosive and suspenseful books I have ever read. It consumed me completely so that I read it in one breath. This time, the main heroes of Cora's mafia world are Gianna and Matteo. Their banter and sexual tension is like an inflammable mixture which is in danger of exploding at any moment. On the surface it might seem that Gianna and Matteo are practically the same - tense and temperamental, but there is one significant difference between them. She is not able to submit to the rules of their world, and he knows them too well.

Gianna  has always been like a bird locked in a golden cage. She couldn't accept that someone could direct her future. She wanted to live and experience life in the way she dreamed of - to be a free, independent woman, able to decide about her choices.

“If she liked to play with fire, fine. I didn’t mind getting burned. I’d walk through flames for her."

 Matteo  is Vitiello's funny brother who loves the thrill. He has always known that it is the pain of his enemies that gives him the greatest satisfaction. Being the consigliere of Familgia, he knew that there were expectations on him, but he never expected that his wife would be his choice.

“The idealistic world-improver was his mask,I'd realized.”

From the first meeting, Gianna made an electrifying impression on Matteo. The man, fascinated by her openness, combined with a hint of arrogance, knew that he had to keep this woman for himself. She, however, wanted to have a choice that was taken from her.

Gianna and Matteo's love is something not to be missed. It is like fireworks on New Year's Eve, which everyone is waiting for with interest. They are anchors for each other. She found in his arms a substitute for the freedom she had always wanted and the love she had never suspected. He found in Gianna a woman he had never even dreamed of, a companion who supports him at every moment. All their banter is complemented by romantic moments that make up a wonderful book.

“Love is when you feel safe in someone’s arms, when he’s the first thing you want to see in the morning, love is surrendering. You risk getting hurt but you don’t care. You are willing to give someone the power to break your heart. Love means seeing someone at their worst and still seeing the good in them, love means someone is perfect for you despite their imperfections”

Aria- a beautiful person on the outside and on the inside, who values her siblings the most in the world. Growing up in the home of the cruel father who was the consigliere of Chicago, she always yearned for the love she only got from her sisters and brother. Aria dreamed of being promised to a man who would not only look at her as a toy, but who would respect and treat her as she deserved.

Luca- future Capo of Famiglia, who is determined to be better than his father was. Never knowing what love is, he is unable to provide it to women who meet only his needs. His only purpose is to become the best leader of his brand and show that he is trustworthy by his people. He knows that he must beget a heir, and therefore marriage is a duty necessary for him.

Both Aria and Luca are not happy with their marriage arrangement. Aria was afraid of Luca, not only because of his size but also because of what a man he was. Luca, on the other hand, could not accept the fact that his wife did not trust him enough to feel safe in his company.

The heroes' marriage, which was an arranged enterprise, matures over time. Aria and Luca learn from each other until their first feelings finally emerge.

Aria didn't think she could love the monster, but when it did, she knew that Luca was the only one who keeps her heart in his cruel hands. 

“I’ll go where you go no matter how dark the path.”

Luca never had a weakness until his love for Aria engulfed him and she became the center of his universe

“But you are my first choice, Aria. I’ll burn down the world if I have to. I’ll kill and maim and blackmail. I’ll do anything for you. Maybe love is a risk, but it’s a risk I’m willing to take and as you said, it’s not a choice. I never thought I would, never thought I could love someone like that, but I fell in love with you. I fought it. It’s the first battle I didn’t mind losing.”.

Bound by honor is a wonderful story that should be read not only by a fan of mafia romances, but by everyone who appreciates a story about a real feeling that, over time, turns into emotions without which the world does not count.