whoo boy, what a time!

I was seriously digging this relationship between Kincaid and Nari! I liked the mafia-esque elements to the plot, they were very intriguing! There were some instances where I wanted to basically spritz Kincaid with water, like trying to curb a cat from doing something they're not supposed to, but that means he was written well with all the possessiveness he had.

Nari's feelings of belonging and a fish out of water were explained so well, and I really appreciated the perspective she had going in to the relationship.

All in all a very good time, and I can't wait to find out what happens next!

Thank you to Black Odyssey Media and Netgalley for an e-copy.

You can do damage by K.C. Mills is an urban fiction romance following the budding romance of Nari and Kincaid amidst power and control. I eventually learned to love this book and its characters. I understood Nari’s apprehension about the origin of the marriage and relationship but I also felt Kincaid did a beautiful job always being intentional and honest and reassuring which became overwhelming that it was a constant tug of war but it was written beautifully. Nothing is a easy as it appears and as Nari awaits for the other shoe drop it does and I know for sure it’s more than she could handle but I would love to see her boss up and stand by her man but only time will tell. Kincaid is everything, I love his honesty and his forwardness and he doesn’t play about his wife all characteristics I love in a book husband. I am patiently waiting to see what’s next for Caid and Nari and how they will both grow and progress within this union. I really love the unraveling of how all the parts and characters are connected. This was definitely a slow burn.
4 star rating and I do recommend. Thank You to Black Odyssey Media via Netgalley for providing me with an ARC. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

I was vibing with this book … until I wasn’t. As I got closer to the end I started to really dislike Kincaid. I wasn’t feeling his arrogance and superiority complex. I get it, he’s a boss but the comments about Nari being immature bothered me.

The story was somewhat predictable as well. I think I could’ve overlooked that if not for my dislike for the MMC.

Also the interaction between Kincaid and Val really bothered me! If the roles were reversed heads would have rolled. He said he was almost tempted. Like ew.

I’ve read some books by K.C Mills and I’ve enjoyed them but this was not my cup of tea. I felt like the story was dragging and then to have a cliffhanger?! I’m not a happy camper

You Could Do Damage" is a captivating and electrifying tale that beautifully intertwines romance and suspense through the arranged marriage of Kincaid and Nari. This gripping novel takes readers on a journey full of passion, intrigue, and undeniable love.

Kincaid, a formidable figure within The Families—a powerful crime syndicate with its roots deeply embedded in every facet of society from business to politics—brings an unwavering strength to his union with Nari. From the very first day, Kincaid's resolute stance and commitment to Nari are palpable. His unwavering dedication and pressure applied in protecting and prioritizing Nari from day one demonstrate a love that is both fierce and genuine.

The chemistry between Kincaid and Nari is undeniable and leaps off the pages, drawing
readers into their world. Their love story is not only about the strength of their bond but also about how they navigate the complexities and dangers surrounding them. Kincaid’s protective nature ensures Nari feels cherished and safe, while Nari’s own strength and determination make her a perfect match for Kincaid.

This novel is a must-read for anyone who appreciates a love story filled with tension, devotion, and an undercurrent of power dynamics that keep the heart racing. "You Could Do Damage" masterfully showcases how love can bloom and thrive even in the most challenging of circumstances, leaving readers both satisfied and yearning for more, especially with the ending.

I think that this is a great book for romance readers who enjoy mafia romances and marriage of convenience. Nari has no money and no family so when the wealthy Kincaid Akel offers her a job - as his wife - she has no valid reason to refuse. I personally am not a fan of Kincaid but I can see him as a lot of reader's new book boyfriend

Thank you to NetGalley, and black odyssey for the eARC of this book. when I saw this book by KC Mills, I knew I wanted to read it, and I also loved the title.

4.5 stars
I just finished reading an eARC of this book, coming out on February 25th, and if you love a Millionaire romance, arranged marriage/marriage of convenience, where the MMC will do anything for the female, possessive, touch her and you will get unalive, speak to her and he will put you in your place, not afraid to let everyone know that she is his, you will love this read. Kincaid needed a wife for his pending status in his crime family, and Nari needed a break from her struggling life, she has no one in her life who she can depend on. She had one job marry Kincaid and her life will never be the same. when she agreed to marry this man, she had no idea the world she was entering into and what was required of her. Nari struggled dealing with what was fake and what was real in this new relationship. I enjoyed how the MMC allowed the female to have a safe space to where she could ask questions, how he tried to make her comfortable as much as possible with their new arrangement. I loved the theme of found family after everything that Nari went through growing up. I also liked that it was somewhat a slow burn as well and didn't make it just about sex. I enjoyed the pace, I think this was well written, and I finished this in less than a day and that cliffhanger at the end I need book 2 like yesterday 😊

This is my second read by K.C. Mills & I must say I was really impressed this time around! This got me out of a reading slump.

I was drawn into the whole plot of this story from the beginning. This book gives mob/mafia vibes, where money is power and loyalty is everything. Kincaid is definitely an alpha male, while Nari doesn't let him intimidate her just because of his rank in power & his serious demeanor.

This is a slow burn, but also a insta-love romance. (It makes sense when you read it 😅). The spicy scenes are sexy & don't take away from the plot.

I kept trying to figure out why in the world did Kincaid know that Nari was the one he wanted to be with out of all these women he had access to. Just when I thought I knew the answer, a couple of twists are thrown in. I cannot wait for book number two to come out! I need answers! Now!

Thank you to NetGalley & Black Odyssey Media for the eARC of this book in exchange for my honest review.❤️

Wow, this was my first book by this author and I would for sure read one. What a ride! I enjoy the romance and the pacing throughout.

Amazing romance here. Right kind of spice! I just loved it so much.

I fell in love with the caracters.

A must to read in 2025.

Wow!! I loved this book. If morally grey was a noun it would be Kincaid. Kincaid needs to marry to take over as the head of a mafia-ish type family among a group of families. He is Arranged to marry the daughter of his father’s business associate but he discovers some information that would put his family in serious financial jeopardy if he goes through with that marriage. Enter Nari. Nari is down on her luck and works at an ultra exclusive club as a server. She has notices Kincaid but it doesn’t seem like he notices her until a patron puts his hands on Nari. Since this is that book, he of course has made a grave mistake. Kincaid feeling an odd connection to Nari that he doesn’t understand, decides she is the woman that is meant to be his wife and he goes about making that happen.

So if you like morally grey heroes whose grey is so dark it’s almost black and he will do anything for the woman in his life, this is the book for you. Kincaid, whew, I need a Kincaid in my life. If touch her and 💀 was a person, it would be Kincaid. He had an absolute need to get what he wants by any means necessary… and he wants Nari. Nari, is young but she has been thought a lot in her life and she doesn’t just sit back and let Kincaid boss her around. Their age gap is not always a big deal but when Nari makes rash decisions you can see her youth on display. Kincaid was the ultimate protector and he knew just how to win Nari’s heart. Unfortunately, he didn’t anticipate outside forces working to drive them apart. I loved this book. It does end on a cliffhanger and I can’t wait to read book 2.

Thank you to Black Odyssey Media and NetGalley for the Opportunity to review this book.

Nari’s life hasn’t been easy, but everything changes when she meets Kincaid – a powerful alpha male with his eyes set on her. Coming from completely different worlds, their connection faces many challenges. What starts as a business arrangement soon turns into something much deeper. I loved watching Nari navigate Kincaid’s world, and I can’t wait to see where their story goes next! 💫

Thank you Black Odyssey Media and NetGalley for the eARC of this book! I have loved every K.C. Mills book I’ve read so far and this is no exception. I can’t wait for book 2!

K.C. Mills's engrossing romance "You Could Do Damage" delves into themes of love, resiliency, and personal development. Kincaid Akel, a businessman negotiating a criminal underworld, and Nari Collette, a young woman facing homelessness following a betrayal, are the subjects of the narrative. Their love and trust are put to the test by their unplanned marriage. I enjoyed the realistic dialogue, genuine character development, and captivating plot. Because of Mills' lyrical and approachable writing style, characters come to life and their hardships become relatable. With its detailed descriptions that transport readers to the world of the characters, the setting is also important. A thoughtful examination of identity and love, "You Could Do Damage" encourages contemplation on interpersonal bonds and the strength of love.

I enjoyed everything about this book but what else can i say coming from K.C. Mills. I love almost anything she puts out. My only complaint is the ending. I did not know it would end like that and I need more!! How can we get that and not have more to come. Now i am sad. But all in all it was a great read.

Thank You #NetGalley #BlackOdysseyMedia for this ARC!

I’ve had this #ARC on my “shelf” for a while and I don’t know why I’m just getting into it! But I absolutely LOVED it and couldn’t put it down when I started it! I loved the FMC Nari Collette, she was strong and didn’t care that the MMC Kincaid Akel was a millionaire, she stood her ground with him! Kincaid was intense, possessive, jealous, and had all of the BDE one character could have! He ran the city he worked in, but that wife had him wrapped around her finger, and she wanted nothing from him but love and attention!

Tropes you encounter in this book: Found Family, Arranged Marriage, Millionaire Romance, Underworld

*The book is described as a slow-burn but to me it wasn’t, it captured my attention from the beginning and never dragged like Slow Burns do sometimes! I enjoyed it all and can’t wait for the next book!
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So i loved the basis of this book… arranged marriage… give it to me. He falls first… GIVE IT TO MEEE. But i did feel like a lot of the characters were upsetting me. I need them to
Communicate, and they just didn’t. I did give Nari grace because she was young but i was getting so frustrated. But overall i did enjoy it. I HATE CLIFFHANGERS, if i knew it ended on a cliffhanger i would have waited for the second book before starting it.

This book was so good. K. C Mills did an amazing job. Kincaid was one to not play with, but Nari held her own. I truly need an update like tomorrow. So much happened that needs to be talked about but I don’t want to spoil anything just yet.

This was a 3.5 for me.

When I first read the synopsis it sounded interested and is what drew me to the book. Although the romance aspect of the book started off slow with Kincaid and Nari, the book itself was fast paced. it definitely was engaging and had me wanting to see what was going to happen next. I liked the instant connection between Kincaid and Nari from just one encounter how they were drawn to each other in a sense and could feel the energy of the other.. Even though their relationship started as an arranged marriage it became something real eve though Nari was a little slower with voicing that than Kincaid was. I appreciated how he tried to shield her from the dangerous parts of his world, was protective over here even with his family and always wanted to bring a smile to her face.

As far as his "underworld activities" I felt at times there was too much emphasis on him being a dangerous guy and people fearing him. There was one scene that was brought up in the book that went nowhere so it didn't feel necessary. There was also loose ends with his father's situation that I was hoping to find out what happened. Also, throughout the whole book, Kincaid never gave Nari a reason not to trust her, yet she let one voice message skew her impression of him without even talking to him or giving him a chance to explain himself. I would have appreciated more of a timeline as to when some of the events were happening because in one chapter they were one place and the next chapter picks up with Kincaid being somewhere else or doing something else so it didn't flow that well to me. sometimes. The way the book ended was a little abrupt too.

I understand that this is a re-release of a previous work and that there was a part two so hopefully that will be re-released as well and the loose ends will be closed. Overall I enjoyed aspects of the book but it didn't quite hit the way I hoped it would. Thank you to Black Odyssey Media Publishing and Netgalley for this ARC in exchange for my honest opinion.

3 ⭐ is not a bad rating
This is a marriage of convenience read with FMC Nari and MMC Kincaid with some sprinkle of mafia kinds of stuff (both of which I love in books if It's done right)
The best part of this book is MMC is not manipulative. Normally in this kind of book, MMCs are manipulative or tell lies but Kincaid is not this kind of guy.
This starts a little slow, and in between, it feels a bit draggy in some parts. I wasn't expecting it to be Insta-lovey, so I was disappointed in that part. And it was really frustrating to watch them not communicate.
But overall it was an okay read.


Thank you so much, K.C. Mills, the publishers and Netgalley for providing this ARC

I loved this story up until I realized it was ending ugh!!! I really love the marriage of convenience trope so I was immediately interested when it was headed in that direction. I loved how Kincaid made it known that the marriage could be as real as they wanted it to be. He made sure to protect his wife above all else and didn’t hesitate to let people know she came first. I didn’t know that this was going to end on a cliffhanger so that made me a little mad but overall I enjoyed the story. I can’t wait for part 2 I need it to drop right after part 1 lmaooooo