The Cost of Cinderella's Confession by Julia James | Goodreads

Reviewers have noted the book feels like a throwback to an era where heroes were driven by intense revenge and raw passion.

The story kicks off with a cinematic bang: Ariana Killane interrupts her cousin’s high-society wedding to Italian billionaire Luca Farnese. Her shocking claim? She is carrying Luca's baby after a secret night of passion.

Readers on Goodreads are divided—some find the plot "old-fashioned" and the hero's behavior harsh, while others praise Ariana's selflessness and the "wild, uncontrollable ride" of their chemistry. If you enjoy authors like Maya Banks or Lynne Graham, this quick, spicy read is right up your alley. Available now at retailers like Amazon and Barnes & Noble .