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Savage Vow: A Dark Mafia Arranged Marriage Romance (Ivanov Crime Family Book 1) Kindle Edition

by Zoe Blake (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.2 out of 5 stars 5,741 ratings
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I took her innocence as payment.

A pawn far too young and naïve to be betrothed to a monster like me.
Too naive for my world of power, money, and violence.
And too helpless to do anything about the arranged marriage.
Until she ran, making her first unforgivable mistake.

As the head of one of the most ruthless Russian mafia families, I cannot allow such a slight to stand.
She was given to me as payment for a debt owed, and I plan to collect.
Now, after years of searching, I have finally found my runaway bride.

She can fight, beg, and plead all she wants; it will not change her fate.
She will be my wife, whether she chooses to stand by my side or I have to force her to her knees.

My runaway bride is about to learn disobedience has consequences…
Punishing ones.

This series is perfect for fans of the dark mafia romance of Michelle Heard, Neva Altaj and Ava Harrison.

Are you ready to enter the dangerous and seductive world of the Ivanov men? Follow the story of two enemies turned lovers and find out. One-click now to get your copy!
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  1. Book 1 of 7
    Ivanov Crime Family
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    Jan. 15 2021
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  1. Gregor turned and pierced me with a glare. Without looking at Peter, he growled, “Now that is where you’re wrong. You touched something of mine.”
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  2. “Faith, that faculty which enables us to believe things which we know to be untrue,” I responded, quoting from Dracula. “There are darknesses in life and there are lights, and you are one of the lights, the light of all lights.”
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  3. “Please, Gregor. Just let me go. You could have anyone you wanted.” “I want you. I own you.”
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B08LCTZTJ3
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Poison Ink Publications (Jan. 15 2021)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 2.3 MB
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Zoe Blake is the USA Today Bestselling Author of the romantic suspense saga The Cavalieri Billionaire Legacy inspired by her own heritage as well as her obsession with jewelry, travel, and the salacious gossip of history’s most infamous families.

She delights in writing Dark Romance books filled with overly possessive billionaires, taboo scenes, and unexpected twists. She usually spends her ill-gotten gains on martinis, vacations, and red lipstick.

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Customers enjoy the well-developed characters and find the book enjoyable. They appreciate the suspenseful narrative with a good plot. The writing is described as eloquent and efficient, creating vivid descriptions. Overall, customers describe the tone as dark and intense, which they enjoy.

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9 customers mention "Narrative depth"7 positive2 negative

Customers enjoy the well-crafted narrative with its engaging plot and emotional depth. They find it a compelling read for dark romance fans with drama and action. The psychological depth ensures that the story is both suspenseful and respectful.

"...skill in weaving together the strands of suspense, passion, and psychological depth ensures that the narrative is both enthralling and respectful,..." Read more

"...OMG, the sex scenes are off the charts, and I did not expect the plot twist. I enjoyed reading every word of this story...." Read more

"...That epilogue was amazing and writing so vivid they came alive. I loved it so much." Read more

"...While I did finish the book and it did have a good plot and was well written, some of the scenes just made it unenjoyable for me." Read more

7 customers mention "Character development"7 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the character development. They find Gregory and Samara to be standout characters, with Gregory being overly possessive and Samara being strong.

"...is both eloquent and efficient, creating vivid scenes and complex characters with an economy of words that keeps the pages turning...." Read more

"...they have my heart pumping and consume my every thought. Fantastic characters so full of all the feels along with betrayal, lies and heat...." Read more

"I am a fan of this author and I do love a dominant personality but some of the scenes were honestly just abuse...." Read more

"...she's done her research and more than that, she gets the ambience of the characters right - that little something something you can't find in..." Read more

7 customers mention "Enjoyment"7 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the book. They find it entertaining and a favorite series. However, some readers feel the story loses steam midway through.

"...Gregor was so unpredictable and very stern but had his oh I love you moments and I did love him expesaially the fiesty saucy Samara and when he..." Read more

"I loved this whole series and started reading the next series by this author!..." Read more

"...Heavy on the spanking, dub con sex scenes. While the story was overall entertaining it did lose alittle steam half way through." Read more

"...What ensues is a chase and capture with severe punishments, intense pleasure, bondage, discipline, action, danger, adventure, betrayal and..." Read more

5 customers mention "Writing quality"5 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the writing quality. They find the plot engaging, with vivid descriptions and an efficient use of words that keep the pages turning. The author is praised for her skill in creating vivid characters with an economy of words.

"...Zoe Blake's writing is both eloquent and efficient, creating vivid scenes and complex characters with an economy of words that keeps the pages..." Read more

"...That epilogue was amazing and writing so vivid they came alive. I loved it so much." Read more

"...While I did finish the book and it did have a good plot and was well written, some of the scenes just made it unenjoyable for me." Read more

"...The only reason I didn’t rate it lower was because the writing/storytelling were good." Read more

3 customers mention "Dark tone"3 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the book's dark tone. They find it intense and say it's a good read.

"...was AMAZING I could not get enough just what I love about a dark and dangerous read...." Read more

"...This is definitely dark, decadent and intense and not for the faint of heart!!!..." Read more

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3 customers mention "Pacing"3 positive0 negative

Customers find the book's pacing engaging. They mention that the characters are strong and feisty. The book maintains a careful balance of intensity and integrity, making it a compelling read.

"...feature of its genre—it does so with a careful balance of intensity and integrity, making it a compelling read for fans of dark romance...." Read more

"...Gregor was so unpredictable and very stern but had his oh I love you moments and I did love him expesaially the fiesty saucy Samara and when he..." Read more

"...I loved Gregory and Samara! Gregory is OTT possesive and Samara is strong and feisty." Read more

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  • Allison D
    5.0 out of 5 stars Love this series!
    Reviewed in Canada on April 29, 2024
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    "Savage Vow" by Zoe Blake plunges readers into a darkly captivating romance that seamlessly blends intense emotion with the suspenseful undercurrents typical of the genre. The novel follows Isabella, a young woman ensnared in the dangerous allure of Ivan, a man whose formidable presence masks a turbulent past and a fervent desire to protect what he claims as his own.

    Zoe Blake's writing is both eloquent and efficient, creating vivid scenes and complex characters with an economy of words that keeps the pages turning. The story is tightly plotted, with each chapter drawing the reader deeper into the tempestuous relationship at its core. The author deftly navigates the thin line between passion and peril, crafting a narrative that is as thought-provoking as it is thrilling.

    The character development is a standout element of the book. Isabella, initially presented as a damsel, gradually reveals a core of strength and resilience that complements Ivan's more overtly dominant personality. This dynamic allows for a nuanced exploration of power, consent, and mutual dependency, themes that are handled with sensitivity and insight by Blake.

    While "Savage Vow" may venture into dark territories—a characteristic feature of its genre—it does so with a careful balance of intensity and integrity, making it a compelling read for fans of dark romance. Blake’s skill in weaving together the strands of suspense, passion, and psychological depth ensures that the narrative is both enthralling and respectful, resonating with readers long after the last page is turned.
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  • Bookkraves
    4.0 out of 5 stars Russian Roulette
    Reviewed in Canada on March 23, 2021
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    This book is deserving of its name. It was savage!! Boy, oh boy, did Zoe deliver exactly what was promised. Samara and Gregor's relationship is intense, dark and twisted. Samara is innocent and pure and was betrothed to Gregor because of her parents' debt.
    Gregor is anything but innocent. He leads a powerful Russian mafia family and becomes obsessed with Samara after she runs away to avoid marrying him.
    OMG, the sex scenes are off the charts, and I did not expect the plot twist.
    I enjoyed reading every word of this story. This book has triggers and elements of BDSM.
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  • Lisa
    5.0 out of 5 stars ALL CONSUMING!!!
    Reviewed in Canada on January 16, 2021
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    This was AMAZING I could not get enough just what I love about a dark and dangerous read. Gregor was so unpredictable and very stern but had his oh I love you moments and I did love him expesaially the fiesty saucy Samara and when he called her you beautifil creature oh my heart but i live for the bad guy they have my heart pumping and consume my every thought.
    Fantastic characters so full of all the feels along with betrayal, lies and heat. That epilogue was amazing and writing so vivid they came alive. I loved it so much.
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  • Amanda Heart
    3.0 out of 5 stars Not my favourite book
    Reviewed in Canada on February 15, 2021
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    I am a fan of this author and I do love a dominant personality but some of the scenes were honestly just abuse. I would say it takes a lot for me to be uncomfortable in a book. While I did finish the book and it did have a good plot and was well written, some of the scenes just made it unenjoyable for me.
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  • Sasha Mizaree
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great author
    Reviewed in Canada on June 19, 2024
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    I loved this whole series and started reading the next series by this author!
    I am Russian so sometimes the incorrect Russian phrases are funny, but I don’t mind too much since the intimate scenes more than make up for it. I like the use of belt play!
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  • Lisa
    4.0 out of 5 stars Entertaining
    Reviewed in Canada on January 23, 2021
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    Pretty standard mafia arranged marriage story. Afraid she will lose all independence if she marries Gregor, Samara with her friend flees. After three years Gregor finally locates Samara and continues to use unconventional means to make her realize she will always be his. Heavy on the spanking, dub con sex scenes. While the story was overall entertaining it did lose alittle steam half way through.
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  • Lilypad
    5.0 out of 5 stars Feels real
    Reviewed in Canada on January 17, 2021
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    I have a special partiality for Russian characters in books, I think partly because I grew up around Russian seamen and one of my oldest and best friends is from Sarov. When books try to add Russian characters and make them semi-caricatures of what they think the culture is like I get kind of annoyed, I can't help what I know and it makes the story hard to finish.

    I never have that problem when Zoe's books include Russians and I love that. You can really sense she's done her research and more than that, she gets the ambience of the characters right - that little something something you can't find in research.

    Loved Gregor and Samara's story - the push and pull, the drama, the heavy hot scenes, all of it. Dub/non-con can be uncomfortable (though I can't get enough) and Zoe is one of the few writers that can make you love the guy while he's being an a**. Can't wait for the next book!
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  • Ginka
    5.0 out of 5 stars Bang!!!
    Reviewed in Canada on January 20, 2021
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    Gregor has come to claim Samara but she has other ideas! What ensues is a chase and capture with severe punishments, intense pleasure, bondage, discipline, action, danger, adventure, betrayal and more!!
    This is definitely dark, decadent and intense and not for the faint of heart!!! I loved the characters and the storyline kept me me hooked from page one till the end!!!
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  • Cheffie
    5.0 out of 5 stars Russian Roulette…
    Reviewed in Australia on March 10, 2024
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    I have only just started reading Zoe’s Russian Mafia books and I have to say I’m hooked BIG time…
    Samara and Gregor arranged/runaway bride vibe story was suspenseful, thrilling and super steamy and hit all the right spots for me and I can’t wait to read Damien and Yelena’s story.
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  • Pritha
    5.0 out of 5 stars Good read
    Reviewed in India on April 16, 2021
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    I liked the book.. good romance, nice story line, and best was the color soothing description. The character description was so perfect, very easy to imagine..
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  • sherrejon
    5.0 out of 5 stars Oh the chase, the thrills, the tension made me finish this in a day!
    Reviewed in the United States on March 31, 2021
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    I’m ashamed to say this is my first book by Zoe Blake, but it won’t be my last. I am so invested In the characters that appear in this book that I need to read the other two in the series (Vicious Oath and Betrayed Honor) and even the book that Dimitri and Emma appear in (Sweet Cruelty).

    Samara has had a crush on Gregor for years. But not anymore, well at least she’s going to try to move on from him. She is now 18 and is determined be with her boyfriend, considering that she is a v. The night of one of her closest friend’s birthday (Nadia), who happens to be the sister of Gregor, she goes into a room with her boyfriend. But then he starts being too aggressive with her and she’s regretting it. In steps Gregor. Samara is afraid of him because he has grown up and he’s a lot bigger than he was years before, when she was 13 (the last time that she saw him). Gregor takes out a gun and decides to play Russian roulette with her boyfriend’s life, especially because he caught him trying to take advantage of Samara. He ends up forgiving his life after toying with him, but not before beating him up.

    Gregor informs Samara that they will be getting married in two weeks. She doesn’t want to and leaves from the scene, seeking refuge in the treehouse that she and her best friends normally go to. She and Yelena decide to run away and stay away from not only Gregor and his family, but from the people trying to get at her for the money she Has earned and not in the most honorable way. Damien, Gregor and Nadia’s other brother, is going after Yelena as well. The next three years they managed to avoid being caught.

    In the three years that they’ve escape, they have assumed many identities. However, they became complacent and comfortable in the one that they’ve currently in, which is how Gregor was able to get her.

    When he finds her, phew, it was so sexu@lly tense, so visceral that even MY tummy was tense. Dear lord these two... these two are so drawn to each other that it’s almost as if they’re breathing in tandem with their bodies. It’s so gritty and raw and hot that my blush was blushing. They’re so in tune with each other. Oh and because Samara is an artist and Gregor is such a connoisseur of different genres of art that it was incredibly sexy- how knowledgeable he was of her craft and her tastes and her wants and visions that my kindle almost combusted. Dear God, it was scrumptious in the most delicious way. He KNOWS her and she’s incredibly surprised.

    And I did NOT mind when she didn’t listen or tried running away 😉because there are consequences to her actions 🥵. He’s willing to do anything to protect her 🔥which I loooved! I loved that she was feisty yet knew when she was going to lose a battle. I throughly enjoyed it!

    Highly recommended!
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  • No Book Behind
    5.0 out of 5 stars Love it as dark as it is
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 26, 2021
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    After reading Sweet Cruelty with Dimitri & Emma last year I had quite high expectations for the new book from Zoe Blake. And let me tell you, she didn't disappoint at all! Tick all the right boxes and deliver exceptional reads, that captured me from the first pages.
    Savage Vow is the 1st book in An Ivanov Crime Family Series. Gregor is possessive, controlling & brutal alpha, who always gets what he wants. Even if that means he has to wait three years to finally get his runaway bride… Samara is a young, ambitious and aspiring artist, who doesn't want to accept the fact that her parents simply sold her as a pawn to pay off their debts, and she decides to run away… That made her stronger, feister, knowing what she really wants, not to bend easily. When they meet again the whole new chapter starts for them...
    I love the fact that the Sweet Cruelty characters appear in the book, I was missing Dimitri, Emma & Vaska….
    Savage Vow is very dark & twisted, with triggers incl. Violence, BDSM & dub con. So if you like that plus arranged marriages, dominant Russian anti - heroes & strong heroines this is a book for you.
    Cant wait to read second book in the series next month.
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  • Elle Belle
    5.0 out of 5 stars Must Read!
    Reviewed in Spain on January 17, 2021
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    Uffff that book is hot. Read it!! I love me some good russian mafia dark romance and this one is so so good. I can never be disappointed with Zoe
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