Twisted Pride by Cora Reilly

My rating: 5 of 5 stars


Cora Reilly doesn’t just write books. She spins literary gold in mafia form and this was no exception.

If you’re familiar with Cora’s other masterpieces you’ll know that Remo Falcone is the most warped, psychotic, and intriguing character that has been mentioned throughout her series. Prior to reading this book I was curious to see how she’d be able to twist this monster of a man into someone you’d want to see happy. And what female character she would possibly craft that could take on such a villain. Worry not my book buddies! Cora has everything beautifully and masterfully under control.

What can I say about Remo that I haven’t already hinted at? He’s more monster than man. Feels little-to-no pain and does not fear death. He’s obsessively, fiercly protective and loyal to his brothers and nothing else. As capo he rules the mafia underworld with barbaric violence and shows no mercy. In an attempt to retaliate against the Cavallaros in Chicago (they breached his territory) he abducts the capo’s niece (Dante is capo of Chicago) on her wedding day.

I won’t give away too much more but the bride-to-be isn’t a fainting wallflower that Remo can use and throw away once his game is won.

Brilliant story, twisted characters, and so much fun! Enjoy book friends!



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