Mafia Romance Books with “Badass” Female Characters

Mafia romance books often feature strong, powerful male characters who are willing to do anything to protect those they love. This can be appealing to readers who enjoy reading about characters who are confident, assertive, and in control.

If you're looking for female mafia protagonists who are ruthless and exude a strong and sassy attitude, these Mafia romance books will keep you turning the page.

Ruthless People by J.J. McAvoy

The Ruthless People series is a five-book contemporary romance series by J.J. McAvoy. The series follows the lives of the Callahan family, a powerful and wealthy mafia family based in New York. The main characters Melody and Liam Callahan are forced into an arranged marriage to solidify their families' power and alliances.

Throughout the series, the story focuses on the dynamic between Melody and Liam as they navigate their marriage and their family's criminal activities. The series is known for its fast-paced plot, complex characters, and steamy romance scenes.

The Ruthless People series is worth checking out if you enjoy mafia romance novels with strong plots and complex characters.

Sinful Vow by Asia Monique

Sinful Vow is the first book in Asia Monique's Mafia Misfits series. This Black Italian mafia romance novel follows Lucia Moretti, a strong-willed, independent, and unconventional mafia princess, and Enzo Bianchi, a dashing, powerful, and dangerous mafia prince who is protective and fiercely loyal to his family.

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Lucia Moretti

I always knew marriage for me would never be to a man of my choosing. As a young girl, I was all too aware of the power I wielded in a world where men were supposed to be the superior gender.

To the underworld, I was just a mafia princess. To my family, I was an equal. To my soon-to-be husband? Well, that was yet to be determined. But I pray Enzo Bianchi was ready for me because I was damn sure prepared for him.

Enzo Bianchi

The life I’d seen for myself was no longer an option. My entire world had been turned upside down by the very people who were supposed to be family—my Famiglia.

Us Bianchi men were starting anew—forging alliances with criminal organizations who understood our plight. The plan had been simple. Cut and dry.

That was until Lucia Moretti showed up with a plan of her own—one I couldn’t say no to. Now everything was at stake, including my heart.