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His Ruthless Queen

Black Hearts, Book 3

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His Ruthless Queen

By: A.N. Stauber
Narrated by: Jason Clarke, M.K. Blackwood
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Saoirse Murphy.

Fierce, stubborn, strong,

She was the temptation I couldn’t give in to. I would’ve gone through hell for her. Even if it meant removing myself from her life to save her the heartache that comes from being with a Made Man.

But when she needed me, I couldn't resist her call. I would always be there for her. Even if it meant seeing her in the hands of another man. At least that’s what I told myself. Saoirse was walking temptation, and I didn’t believe I could resist.

Jameson Scott Burne.

Best friend, confidant, protector.

I’d always loved him, but he left me, destroying everything before we even had a chance. He was my everything until he wasn’t. He swore we could be nothing, until I called his bluff.

But when the bratva prince wanted to force me into marriage to cement his hold over Boston, Scotty came back. He claimed me—tried to make up for the past.

Could I trust him to keep me safe? Could the man who left me be trusted with my life, now that I was engaged to someone else?

***His Ruthless Queen is a stand-alone in an interconnected series. All books can be enjoyed in any order.***

©2023 A.N. Stauber (P)2024 A.N. Stauber Crime Fiction Romance Romantic Suspense Crime Royalty Suspense Fiction Exciting Heartfelt

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Saoirse is a refreshing FMC - she is a mafia princess but has her own autonomy as well as becoming successful in her own right. The will they/won't they with Scotty was the perfect balance of tension throughout the story - I found myself shouting "just kiss!" more than once. Both had their reasons for not admitting their feelings but when they do it is explosive. This hits all the best tropes in a mafia romance without being too dark although there was enough danger and suspense that I was engaged throughout. Scotty was such a romantic at heart and is very easy to fall for.

Jason Clarke continues to be one of my favourite male dual narrators and I really enjoyed both his and MK Blackwood's performances in this. There are enough characters that they get to show a lot of range with accents as well as personalities - I haven't read book one and two but I loved Hayley and will definitely be checking out that book. I also liked Corbin and how his relationship with Saoirse developed; I hope he gets his HEA at some point.

My interpretation of the star system;
3 stars - I enjoyed it; would read the author again
4 stars - I really liked it; I am invested and definitely want more from this author/series
5 stars - I loved it; I engaged with this book completely until I finished it and it is one I will re-read

Great Dual Narration

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Loved the story so much. New author to me but this certainly won't be the last book I listen too. The rest of the series needs to be in Audio. Jason Clarke never disappoints and a new female narrator to me does an amazing job too.

Great mafia story

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When Saoirses bodyguard Scotty is injured it forces her to reveal her feelings that they both share only he pushes her away, and she asks her brother to arrainge a marriage for her to move on. But now Scottys back and having to watch her preparing for life woth another, but as danger lurks their feelings don't go away where will it leave them? Well written engaging story that's dual narrated. Steamy scenes, second chances, bodyguard, mafia romance.

great listen

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This was an intense story, I loved the snark & sass Saoirse has. She is a strong & fierce woman, who is stubborn, and head over hills in love with Scotty, but she’s also trying to handle her conflicting feelings.
Scotty is loyal to the Murphy family, and that has held him back from pursuing Saoirse. But will he be able to keep himself from claiming her now that he’s back?
This was so hot and full of passion, angst & action. I love Saoirse & her brothers.

Jason Clarke & M.K. Blackwood did a phenomenal job bringing this story to life.

Intense

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This one has hooked me in to add the entire series to my TBR, as well as ALL other book by this author!

While it might have been a given that I’d become obsessed from the ‘bodyguard’ trope alone, this performance took it to a whole other level!! This story had a hold over me, and I’m already planning a re-listen.

Here we have a prime example of the difference listening can make, I didn’t just swoon… I absolutely liquified.

Dual Narration ♥️

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ALC Audiobook Review

His Ruthless Queen is the third book in the Black Hearts series. This can be read as a standalone. This book is spicy and full of action. Saoirse is the Irish Mafia Princess. Scottie was her bodyguard. They both have feelings for each other. Scottie doesn’t think he is worthy enough for this Mafia Princess. The passion between these two could catch the world on fire!

M.K. Blackwood and Jason Clarke did a phenomenal job narrating this book! They both did amazing jobs with the different accents including Irish and Russian accents.

His Ruthless Queen

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This was my first A.N. Stauber's book, and definitely won't be my last. This is the third book in the Black Hearts Series, a Mafia Romance. Saoirse and Jameson/Scotty's story is well written, emotional, passionate, and captivating, filled with drama, angst, action, and suspense. Saoirse, a mafia princess, is smart, strong, and fierce. Jameson/Scotty is handsome, protective, and determined. Their chemistry is sizzling hot. The supporting characters are intriguing. Jason Clarke and M.K. Blackwood did an excellent job bringing these characters and this story to life. I enjoyed it. Looking forward to more in the series.

Drama, angst, action and suspense!

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Well, this was absolutely action-packed from the word go!! Saoirse is a queen, and I loved every second of this book. I was utterly hooked.

This book has everything you could want. we had pinning and possessive mafia men, and all the touch her and die vibes you could ever want.

Scotty was the perfect mmc for this mafia loving girly. He is possessive and utterly obsessed with Saoirse, and once he realizes he has to make a move or he will lose her, he is all guns blazing in his pursuit!!

The spice in this book is top-notch. Scotty is all dirty talk and hotness, and I am here for that!!

The narrators were phenomenal. Jason Clarke is becoming one of my favourite narrators. His voice is pure masculinity and gives off the perfect brooding bad boy vibes 🙌

This is the first book I have read by this author, but it certainly won't be the last. 💜

Dark mafia at its best

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This dark Mafia romance is fantastic, the story is original with interesting storylines that are captivating from start to end. Saoirse Murphy is a Mafia princess, and despite not being involved in the family business, she was still under their protection because they look out for their own and she could become a target. She became close with her bodyguard, so much so, she fell in love with him. Jameson Scott Burne, aka Scotty, is a made man sworn to the Murphy clan in Boston. Saoirse was under his protection, and as the sister of the leader, she was off limits. After he got shot, he realized she was too good for his lifestyle and as hard as it was for him to do; he walked away, asking for someone else to be assigned to protect her. She was upset over this and asked her brother to arrange a marriage for her, which he did to a politician. The Russians lost most of their power in Boston and are desperate to gain it back, so they are trying to make a power play by forcing Saoirse to marry one of their leaders. Scotty hears this and goes into protective mode and is back on her protective detail. He is not liking that she is engaged to Corbin, a governor who plans to run for the White House, he is not liking him either. Saoirse knows what the deal is with Corbin and has accepted it, regardless if Scotty approves, likes it or not, he has no say in the matter. Or does he? Scotty broke her heart by leaving, so how could she ever trust him again? There is never a dull moment in this book, the story has a perfect balance of drama, angst, action, thrilling and suspenseful moments, emotional moments and steamy romance. This was my first book written by A.N. Stauber and consider me impressed, her writing, plotting and world building are fantastic and the same goes for character growth and development. I hope more of her book come to audio soon. Thank you for this amazing story and emotional rollercoaster ride.

🎧📚🎧 M.K. Blackwood and Jason Clarke were the perfect cast to bring these characters to life and did so with a complete understanding of who they were portraying, giving each a voice that was fitting and believable, accents and all. Blackwood aced it as Saoirse, grasping every aspect of her personality, from her insecurities to her fierceness, and all in between. Clarke nailed it as Scotty, a strong and determined alpha, who was not afraid to show his caring side and his Russian was great, too. Both were just as amazing performing the roles of the secondary characters, too. They set the perfect tone for the story, captured all the characters’ emotions and had you feeling each one. These two made a fantastic team, their voices and talent complemented each other and they were a pleasure to listen to. Thank you for another amazing listen.   

Fantastic Story & Narration🎧Captivating & Steamy!

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This world is full of excitement and tangled emotions. With a strong woman like this only a confident man can handle her. With lots of action I was hooked. A fantastic performance.

Gripping

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