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Nicky the Driver

Book 2 in the series:Underboss Insurrection

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'Nicky the Driver' in the series 'Underboss Insurrection' by Cate C. Wells follows the dark and intense romance between Nicky and Zita. Zita, a woman with low self-esteem and a troubled past, finds herself entangled with Nicky, a dangerous man who is fixated on her. As their complex relationship unfolds, secrets are revealed, and the reader is taken on a journey of obsession, possessiveness, and unexpected love. The writing style captures the raw emotions of the characters, delving into themes of trauma, self-worth, and the dark world of the mafia.

Characters:

The characters are complex, featuring a devoted yet obsessive male lead and a female who struggles with self-worth and mental health issues.

Writing/Prose:

The writing style is engaging and well-crafted, though some themes may come across as repetitive.

Plot/Storyline:

The plot centers around a forced marriage prompted by mafia threats, complicated by a history of stalking, and features inconsistent character development.

Setting:

The setting involves the mafia underworld, with significant influence from familial pressures and violent themes.

Pacing:

The pacing is inconsistent, with a slow burn that feels rushed towards the end.

Notes:

Nicky the Driver features a dark mafia romance theme.
The main male character (MMC) has been obsessively stalking the female main character (FMC) since childhood.
The FMC is forced into marriage due to mafia threats against her family.
The story is told primarily from the FMC's perspective, though readers expressed a desire to see more from the MMC's viewpoint.
The FMC struggles with an eating disorder, which is a significant part of her story.
The book involves elements of Stockholm syndrome, where the FMC's feelings for the MMC develop in a complex way.
The author, Cate C. Wells, is noted for her writing style, using effective metaphors and similes.
Readers commented on inconsistencies in the plot, especially regarding the MMC's behavior and the pacing of their romance.
Some found the romance disappointing, citing forced character developments and abrupt endings.
The book includes themes of mental health, self-worth, and sacrifice for family, particularly regarding the FMC's relationship with her younger brother, Mattie.

Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings

The book has high content warnings related to eating disorders, psychological abuse, mafia-related violence, and themes of stalking.

Has Romance?

The romance between the male and female leads is present but complicated, characterized by themes of obsession and emotional struggle rather than a pure romantic connection.

From The Publisher:

He can't take his eyes off me.

I remember Nicky Biancolli from junior high. Back then, he was always staring. My cousin warned him off, and after that, he faded into the background.

Now, ten years later, he's in my mother's kitchen at two in the morning, and there's a dead man in a pool of blood on the floor. Lucca Corso-the rat who killed my father-says that if I don't marry Nicky to make peace between our families, the little brother I raised is next.

I don't have a choice.

I have to go with the man who looks like he wants to eat me alive, and I have no idea whether this is about following orders or something much darker.

All I know is that Nicky isn't stalking me anymore. He owns me now, and no one is going to stop him from taking what he wants.

Nicky the Driver is a dark mafia romance. It's the second book in The Underboss Insurrection series, but it can be read as a standalone. Intended only for adult readers. HEA guaranteed.

NOTE: This story contains scenes that may be difficult for some readers. Please check the Look Inside or visit the author's website for details.

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