Brutal Prince was everything I could ask for from an enemies-to-lovers mafia romance and I will never be able to look at strawberries again without thinking about this book.

Callum and Aida were both so good at pushing the other’s buttons and watching them give into their feelings for each other was so satisfying.

I am eager to read the rest of the books in this series and in its companion.

Thank you so much to Sourcebooks Bloom Books for this eARC. All opinions are my own.

Dark mafia romance. Forced to marry. A little house fire. Two very different mafia families coming together what else can you ask for.

This was my first Sophie Lark and definitely not my last. I devoured this is book and was itching for more.

Aida and Callum are forced together by marriage and the fun begins. She’s wild and he’s the only one that can tame her.

Love the way these two families come together with violence and humour

Dnf in the first chapter.

I want to like Sophie Lark's books but her writing style really doesn't work for me. I can't fully describe it but unlike some books where I instantly click with the writing, her's I just don't click with. This is the second book from her I have tried and I have decided she just isn't for me. I think this could be a fun mafia romance but I already disliked our FMC in the first chapter which wasn't a good sign for me. This could be your favorite book and I can see why people love this series, it just isn't for me.

Absolutely love this book. One of the best enemies to lovers books I’ve ever read. So fun, salacious, hot, wonderful, family dynamics. I can’t wait to read more of this series.

I absolutely love mafia romances! Brutal Prince was a captivating spicy mafia romance. This is the first mafia romance that I have read by Sophie Lark and she did not disappoint! This book had some of my favorite tropes: Arranged marriage, age gap, enemies to lovers, and forced proximity. I loved how it was actually enemies to lovers! Like the times they tried to unalive each other?!?!
Aida and Callum come from rival mafia families, after a brutal retaliation the families decide on a marriage pact to prevent an all out war. Aida and Callum marry to appease their families, but they still hate each other. They get under each other's skin and try to unalive each other, but they can’t deny their attraction for each other. And this attraction has me fanning myself, cause hot daymn! I loved how their relationship developed and how they fell for each other. Overall I really enjoyed this book and looking forward to reading the next one!

This book includes:
Arranged marriage of Convenience
Age Gap
Enemies to Lovers
Forced proximity
Mafia romance
Dark romance
4/5 stars
2/5 spice

Thank you Sophie Lark, Bloombooks, and NetGalley for providing an arc for
an honest review.

Thank you to Netgalley and Bloom books for this Arc copy in exchange for an honest review.

I was very excited to receive this copy as I’ve had my eye on this book and was excited that it was illustrated throughout.

However, I felt a bit let down reading it. The illustrations were great but I felt like sometimes the way things were worded felt a bit childish for the type of book it was personally. I felt like it needed more of a build up to the relationship it went from one end to another but not in a good way really.

I thought the premise of the story was good but the execution not so good. I loved the idea of the illustrations throughout the book.

I gave this book a 3⭐️ rating.

Sophie park is everywhere and I love a good mafia romance as much as anyone. I can’t wait to dive into this series and binge till my heart is content.

I almost enjoyed this book, but it just turned out the book and story just wasn’t for me. It could be a good read for others. It was a quick read with some humour but I thought this book was going to be about something else.

This is my first Sophie Lark book. While, yes, it's Mafia Romance, it's incredibly tame for Mafia. I really had to force myself to continue on because the writing style just wasn't doing it for me. I LOVE a dark romance and this just wasn't doing it.

Brutal Prince is the first book in Sophie Lark's mafia romance series, Brutal Birthright. I can't believe it took me so long to discover this series! As a fan of the enemies-to-lovers tropes, I was in heaven with this book. Callum and Aida are perfect for each other. Their hatred towards each other is so intense at the story's beginning that they almost wind up killing each other. They know precisely how to push each other's buttons, leading to some sizzling hot tension between them. It was perfect! Their attraction towards each other is undeniable, making their forced marriage such a treat. It made for page-turning excitement and was a delight to read! I adored the explosive chemistry between Aida and Callum - it sizzled right off the pages! The storyline was well-developed and had all the fun stuff- romance, family, drama, suspense, and so much more! This is a book I highly recommend!

Spicy, hot and entertaining.

Sophie Lark is one of the authors I trust to write mafia romance! Super cute new cover!

THE STRAWBERRIES !! This enemies to lovers is also an arranged marriage !! The banter between these two is everything! I loved this read! Thank you so much to the publisher and to NetGalley for the opportunity to read in exchange for a review.

Mafia romances are my weakness, always have been and always will. They're dark, serves mystery in the plotline, angsty and spicy when needed and overall a fun time. Probably because the craziness and ridiculous happenings draw me in so easily into my mundane life, as compared to the crazy 🤣

Aida Gallo and Callum Griffin couldn't be any different if they tried. Coming from rivaling mobster families, they intercept one evening and almost blow a fuse between their families. Until a deal is closed and they enter a marriage of compromise. Then all hell breaks loose between these two and sparks literally come to life. Now Aida and Cal must overcome unsuspecting battles between their new unity and the relationship they're in.

I took so long to finally get back into this one, after reading the first few chapters and put it off. The beginning felt slow for me and I was not drawn to these characters at all. Then that *one scene* happens when Aida and Cal are married and in their room together and I thought, okay I can get behind this. It definitely stunned me, and then the story picked up way quicker afterwards. These two are so chaotic and volatile with each other that it put the enemies to lovers trope in a separate category for me. I liked the angst described, but I didn't always feel their chemistry. I did enjoy the drama and suspense near the end of the story, highlighting what a mafia romance brings to the table.

Well I honestly love this book. I was aware of this book when it was indie published and I thought I'll try again since I've got the review copy. Thank you to the publisher and netgalley for a copy in exchange for an honest review. I'll start by saying this is such a true enemies to lovers book. It was honestly everything I truly loved. Mafia romance done to perfection. I love the visual artwork as it enhanced the story.
The plot gave it great pace and made the romance truly deeper.

Read this for dual POV, TRUE enemies to lovers and amazing banter.
I'll highly recommend this to anyone who is a big romance fan, especially mafia romance lover and would like to read something slightly darker.
Can't wait to read more books by Sophie Lark

I loved this book. One of my favourite mafia romances. I feel like this is a good introductory novel for the mafia genre.

Tropes:
- Enemies to lover
- Mafia
- Age gap
- Marriage of convenience
- Forced proximity

I loved Aida, she definitely has personality and is a unique character who can be underestimated. Callum has hidden layers and some great interactions with Aida.

"Brutal Prince" by Sophie Lark is a captivating journey into a world of power, passion, and complex characters. Lark's writing style is engaging, and she effortlessly draws readers into a dark and alluring realm.

The characters are undoubtedly a highlight of the novel. The protagonist's multifaceted personality adds depth to the narrative, and the dynamics between the characters are intriguing. Lark excels at crafting a web of relationships that keeps the reader invested in the story.

The romantic elements are intense and passionate, contributing to the overall allure of the book. The chemistry between the characters is palpable, and the author doesn't shy away from exploring the complexities of desire and dominance. The love story is a driving force in the narrative, providing emotional depth to the overall plot.

However, "Brutal Prince" isn't without its flaws. The pacing, at times, felt a bit uneven, with certain scenes dragging while others rushed forward. Additionally, some plot points seemed predictable, and I found myself wishing for a few more unexpected twists to keep me on my toes.

Despite these minor issues, the novel succeeds in delivering a compelling dark romance with well-crafted characters and a passionate storyline. If you enjoy intense romance with complex characters set against a dark and intriguing backdrop, "Brutal Prince" is definitely worth a read. Sophie Lark has created a world that will leave readers eagerly anticipating her next literary endeavor.

Ok this was my first book by Sophie and it blew me away!!! How have I left it so long to read a book by Sophie? !!! Callum and Aida have my heart!

I love Sophia lark after reading this her writing style is well done and I love how she makes all her characters chemistry feel real believable

The illustrations and that shower scene were 🔥🔥

Not sure if I loved any of the main characters as they were both pretty immature lol. But this was a pretty fun experience with some action and intrigue. Not as "brutal" as I thought it would be.