Brutal Proposal: A Dark Mafia Forced Engagement Romance

She's determined to escape this ruthless mafia world.

He'll do anything to make her his bride.

Maximo Pontrelli

Four years, eleven days, and three hours... that's how long I've been in love with Elena.

Now that I've taken my seat as don of the Pontrelli family, I need a wife.

Finally, it's time to claim my queen.

My obsession.

My forever.

Elena Pontrelli

I will never marry a mafia man.

I've returned to New York City to say goodbye to my family.

I'm starting a new life far, far away from here.

Where the monsters can't touch me ever again.

When my protector unexpectedly proposes marriage, and won't take no for an answer, I do what I must.

I run.