Teagan Marino, a member of the Vedova mafia syndicate, is tasked with eliminating high-profile targets. His life is one of cold efficiency and relentless focus. But everything changes when he encounters Chrissy Perla, his stunning and enigmatic next-door neighbor.

Chrissy's curiosity about Teagan's motives ignites after a night of unbridled passion, leading her to question everything she knows. As their connection deepens, Teagan finds himself torn between his lethal duties and his growing feelings for Chrissy. Their undeniable chemistry and the high-stakes world they inhabit create a volatile mix of danger and desire, making every moment a pulse-pounding thrill ride. When Chrissy is kidnapped by her uncle and Cossimo Villano, Teagan faces his most perilous mission yet. With Chrissy's life hanging in the balance, he must confront his deepest emotions and the deadly world he's part of.

Will Teagan rescue Chrissy and reveal his true feelings before it's too late, or will the darkness that surrounds them consume their burgeoning love?

The Assassin Next Door is a heart-stopping journey into a world where passion and peril collide. Perfect for fans of dark romance, this standalone novel in The Vedova Famiglia Mafia series offers an intoxicating blend of suspense, emotion, and forbidden love that will leave you breathless. Dive into a story where love and danger are two sides of the same coin, and nothing is ever as it seems

Author’s Note: This book was previously released in the mafia anthology, Violence and Virtues. Due to graphic violence and sexual content, it is not appropriate for those under the age of 18. Please read the TW/CW page/author's website, as there are certain issues that some may not be comfortable reading.