Books offer an escape from reality and an opportunity for us to live in a fantasy - which can be inspiring, dreamy and sometimes absolutely terrifying. With the increased popularity of dark academia that is laced with heavy and disturbing tropes and stories - more people are excited to explore the world of crime, mobs and malice - from the comfort of their homes. From forced arranged marriages to mob clashes and nail-biting enemies to lovers' storylines - dark romance and mafia mob books have covered it all. Whether you are keen to explore the world of dark romance and understand why they hold a grip on audiences, or you are just looking for your next steamy read, here are five mafia mob books and mafia romance series that need to be on your list. 'Love Captive to the Mafia Boss' Steamy Scenes Watch Online: Dailymotion, YouTube and TikTok Is Full of Episodes Streaming Hayden and Melissa's Forced Arranged Marriage Story!

1. The Voyeured by Teresa Wolf

When a reformed casanova is pushed into a forced arranged marriage to benefit two mob bosses - the story is bound to tickle your curiosity. The Voyeured by Teresa Wolf, which is the first book in the Savage Bites series, is therefore an intriguing read that you must consider. From steaming chemistry to the titillating way this age-gap romance was panned out - various things work for this book. The fact that the novella only spans 120 pages is just an added benefit that makes it immediately go to the top of the list.

2. King Of Wrath by Ana Huang

If you have been on bookstagram, booktube or booktok, you have probably heard of Ana Huing. And while the author’s Twisted series has become the definition of a series that you can love or hate but cannot ignore, the Kings of Sin series offers a mafia romance series that will definitely satiate your need for dark, steamy romance that is world-defying. 'From Contract Lover to the Billionaire's Bride': Ethan Foster and Chloe Gray's Love Story in New Drama Series Is Full of Intense and Angsty Romance (See Video).

3. Inked by Lauren Landish and Willow Winters

When a sweet and bubbly Madeline enters the life of the cutthroat, harrowing tattoo parlour owner Zane’s life, his world is turned upside down. Zane is your textbook dominant alpha who likes to be in control and is far from interested in love and its wrath. But Madeline tempts his desires, and the first book of the Bad Boy Next Door series - Inked, narrates this captivating story.

4. Fallen God Series by Gabrielle Sands

Gabrielle Sands is known to create some of the most nail-biting and harrowing mafia romance stories that have swooned and shocked millions. Their latest mafia romance duet - the Fallen Gods Series - is no exception. While part 1 of the series, When He Desires, was released earlier this year and left readers with a cliffhanger that had them on the edge of their seats, the second part of the duet - When He Takes, is bound to quench readers’ questions and give us a series that is dark and dreamy in equal parts!

5. Hunting Her Series by Eden Summers

Hunting Her series is the perfect Dark Mafia romance series for anyone keen on being immersed in this world for a long, long time. With a whopping 8 books in the series, Eden Summers brings alive a world that is gripping and gruesome. Filled with secrets, suspense and unlimited steam, this series is a fan favourite and has topped several Mafia Romance lists of readers.

We hope that these books and series help you explore the world of dark romance and mafia mob stories and finally understand the logic behind this craze. However, it is important to remember that most of these books include various triggering subjects and topics, ranging from sexual abuse to gory killings. It is, therefore, important that you go through the content warnings and reviews online before indulging in these books.

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