The Big Badвђ™s Darling By Erin Havoc · Certified

: Lucien is 20 years older than Nia, bringing a "seasoned" intensity to their relationship.

Overall, if you enjoy and steamy, short romances with a focus on curvy women, this is a solid addition to your library. The Big Bad’s Darling by Erin Havoc

: True to the author's promise, the book offers a guaranteed "Happily Ever After" (HEA) with no cliffhangers or cheating. Cons : : Lucien is 20 years older than Nia,

The story follows , a curvy single mother working in a jewelry store, and Lucien Giordano , a dangerous consigliere for a powerful mafia family. Their first meeting is a clash of personalities when Nia calls out Lucien for trying to skip the line at her shop. Despite the friction, Lucien is immediately obsessed, drawn to Nia's spirit and appearance. Nia, however, is hesitant due to past heartbreak and the need to protect her young son, Simon. Key Highlights & Tropes Cons : The story follows , a curvy

Reviewers on Goodreads and Amazon generally praise the book for being a "wonderful quick read" with strong chemistry between the leads. :

: Readers enjoyed the addition of Nia's son, noting that Lucien's willingness to take on the "protector" role for both of them was a highlight.