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Kyran

I have a secret. I'm gay, and I'm submissive. My family can't ever find out, because if they do, they'll disown me at best. The son of the Winters Gang leader can't be gay...

And he definitely can't be in a relationship with Silvano Cresci, the new head of our most hated rival gang. I can't stop thinking about him. I can't stop lusting for him, and the way he made me submit, the way he could get me to the edge with just a few words and touches. I've never met anyone else who could push my buttons so well.

But I'm done with him. After he betrayed me, I vowed never to see him ever again.

Unfortunately, Silvano has other ideas--and I can't help but be drawn into his sphere again. He's so sure I'm going to be his perfect pet, but I refuse to go down without a fight.

But my body remembers all too well what it's like to be dominated by him, and he's getting harder and harder to resist...

Submit is a standalone MM mafia romance featuring dark themes and content such as toys, CNC, "kidnapping," smaller Dom/bigger sub, impact play, and more. Please visit the authors' websites or look inside for more details.

252 pages, Kindle Edition

First published November 21, 2023

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Adara Wolf

43 books347 followers
I write almost exclusive m/m, but I have a fondness for bisexual protagonists. I enjoy a lot of darker themes, so you'll see a lot of that around here.

When I’m not writing, I’m reading, painting, playing video games, and rescuing cats. I also enjoy learning about languages and other cultures.

If you're ever curious about the contents of my works, I put content notes on my website (http://adarawolf.com)

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Profile Image for moonlight ☾ [semi-hiatus].
688 reviews1,433 followers
January 28, 2024
"Hope you're prepared for me, because you can't ever get rid of me now, Silvano."
Silvano's hand goes lower, gently covering my neck. "Didn't the past ten years prove to you that I don't want to get rid of you? My Kyran, tied and bound to me." His smile widens. "My Kyran, who loves me."


murder husbands type of pairings will always be my kryptonite. 🥹
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Profile Image for hope.
391 reviews224 followers
February 4, 2024
I have some major beef with this book and Silvano. I hated him. 🤬🤬🤬 I’m not sure what Kyran saw in him and Kyran deserved way better than that asshole. I’m not even sure why they liked each other??? I think it’s pretty bad when I’m wishing they don’t end up together…😭
Profile Image for L Ann.
630 reviews136 followers
October 5, 2024
Even though I was able to finish this story, I never felt fully invested in anything happening in it. I would've enjoyed it a lot more if it had begun at the beginning of Kyran and Silvano's relationship rather than 10 years down the line. I would've had a better understanding of their relationship, and it would've made their feelings for each other more impactful. As is, it's decent, though not memorable. 2.5 stars, rounded up
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1,184 reviews517 followers
December 20, 2023
4.5 STARS!

Loved it. Dark and kinky featuring two complex characters that I could very much get behind. If you're into believable D/s relationships, I definitely recommend.

Warning: triggers galore
Profile Image for Lila.
770 reviews195 followers
January 27, 2024
This is a real mess, isn't it?

All these stories start out with the MCs avoiding each other because they're bad for each other, but then inevitably fall into each other's arms. I know it, but sometimes I feel like it would be healthier if they separated and found happiness with other people.

I think our of the two, Silvano is definitely the more toxic one. Kind of feel bad for Kyran, really.

Saying that, I kind of hope the next book is about Christiano and Fox.
Profile Image for Luzmila✨.
748 reviews62 followers
May 25, 2024
Este libro es rarísimo. Empezando con que los autores creen que ya conoces a los personajes o algo así porque no hay una correcta presentación de ninguno de los chicos, incluso de los personajes secundarios. También con el hecho de que, si bien la historia se entiende perfecto el drama y todo eso, es como que lo vas entiendo con mucha lógica y con suposiciones porque nunca te lo aclaran desde el principio, solo dan por hecho que vos ya lo sabes.
Otra cosa que me hizo mucho sonido fue sus escenas de sexo. Tengo que admitir que me interese por la historia solo por las escenas de sexo que me prometían y si bien hubo algunas buenas descripciones, muchas de ellas eran super cortitas y en dónde se ponía bueno la cosa, ya se iban por otro lado y todo quedaba muy raro(???. En fin, me quedé con las ganas de una buena escena explícita.

Me leeré la siguiente historia solo porque es corta y también porque Evan me llamó bastante la atención.
Profile Image for Allia Reads.
138 reviews43 followers
Shelved as 'dnf'
July 21, 2024
DNF 23%

Another day, another disappointing read about two men who have pined for each other, yet still slept with others during those 10 years…😒🥴

Still, I gave this a chance to see if Kyran would stand up for himself. Guess what? He didn't!🗿He is a doormat for Silvano. Kyran deserves someone better than Silvano, who constantly uses him and doesn't even care about him at all. Kyran should know better than to crawl back to Silvano, even after his father killed his brother's family and caused him pain…🌚
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
Profile Image for Hannah Boyd.
599 reviews26 followers
May 29, 2024
Angsty mafia dom/sub relationship

Smaller top/big bottom which is my bread and butter so i was excited but i had problems at some points like with the back and forth. Like kyran would be like im not going to him ever again but he did literally every single time so it got a bit old after the 3rd time lol. But they definitely had chemistry so that helped.

Steam-3.5/5 pretty good.
Profile Image for Nadia.
73 reviews
November 27, 2023
▪️About this book:
-Dark MM Mafia Romance, Forbidden, Second Chance, BDSM, Small Dom/Big Sub, Humiliation, HEA.

▪️Thoughts:
Submit is the first book and a complete standalone in the Mafia Doms series. Kyran Winters and Silvano Cresci are rivals who hate and also want each other to the point they will act on whoever crosses them.
We got a brief introduction to Kyran and Silvano in Expectations-a Submit Christmas Prequel- O Deadly Night Vol.2 Anthology and the intense chemistry they have continues in this book. Kyran does battle more with his feelings, he doesn't want to let his family down therefore, he continues to hide to he is. On top of that, he feels guilt regarding his brother Neil and his family, but in the end he can't give up the need to keep submitting to Silvano time and time again.
Silvano has known want he wants from the beginning, and what he wants is Kyran and he will do anything to finally have him by his side. Things do get a bit complicated for Silvano because he is a mafia don so he has responsibilities, but one thing that is very clear about Silvano is that he is a strategic person and he plans everything to finally have Kyran as his.
This a dark mafia romance and contains TWs I do recommend to look at before reading this book in case it may not be something you are interested in. Overall it was a great read, these two characters did not have it easy they had to fight for their relationship and that makes the HEA worth so much. Finally in the end, Kyran embraces his new job by Silvano's side, submitting to him like he has always craved and wanted.

▪️Quote:
💬 I love his reactions. I love that this big, strong man gets off on being beaten and subdued. I love how he struggles. I love how ashamed he is to want this. And above all else, I love knowing that I’m the only person he would ever submit to.

I received this book as an ARC, this is my honest opinion.
Profile Image for Perdita.
73 reviews1 follower
May 3, 2024
A big sub and a smaller dom, a combination that never fails to send shivers down my spine like an electrified wire. The power dynamics, the contrast in size and strength, the thought of a big, strong sub submitting to the control of a smaller - ahh sweet caramel granny apple Pie

These two authors are just the best at handling mafia books. They balanced the mafia-romance so well. Their storytelling skills are exceptional, capturing the essence of the mafia world while also delving deep into the complexities of love and relationships. The way they weave together danger, passion, and anguish is truly captivating.

If you're a fan of mafia romances -dark romances-, you should absolutely read this, you won't be disappointed! While you're at it you can check their other works as well (Under His Heel series is a fav of mine)
Profile Image for Emmy.
455 reviews9 followers
September 11, 2024
2.75 ⭐

I struggled to get into this book 🥲

I think I would have liked for the past between the MCs to be better developed (by flashbacks for example) so that it didn't feel so disconnected. It felt like we were missing a chunk of story about the characters themselves and their relationship and how it begin/evolved to the toxic thing it was in the beginning.

But overall I enjoyed some parts and the ending was good.

I'm excited that there's a book about Fox and Cristiano out already 😁

Narrator: TJ Clark
December 4, 2023
This could be a little cheesy at times, but it actually had more mafia elements intertwined in the plot than I had anticipated, and I was pleasantly surprised by that. I’d recommend this if you want a fun, spicy MM read!

This book is marketed as dark, but as a regular dark romance reader, it didn’t feel dark to me. That said, always check your trigger warnings. The authors did a great job at listening them in the beginning of the book.
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106 reviews21 followers
May 21, 2024
YUM. silvano cresci i’m on my knees.

“Didn’t the past ten years prove to you that I don’t want to get rid of you? My Kyran, tied and bound to me.” His smile widens. “My Kyran, who loves me.” ☹️💗💗

the tension. the angst. the drama. the feud. the PINING. absolutely beautiful.
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377 reviews21 followers
November 26, 2023
After reading the prequel "Expectations" in O Deadly Night: Volume 2: A Dark MM Charity Anthology, I instantly fell in love with Silvano and Kyran. They were so filthy, and complicated, and so fun to follow. And Submit was even better! I am so so glad these authors collaborate in a way that their books are absolutely stellar and just so so good.

I loved the push and pull in Submit. The way Kyran is the one more reserved and doubtful, and even afraid of committing to a relationship. Silvano, on the other hand, is the smaller top (Dom) who will do anything to get his man. I loved the spice and the chemistry between them. All the touches, and small things he did and Kyran chose to ignore or did not notice.

There was one time where I was angry with Silvano (and so was Kyran), but in the end, I could forbid him as he meant well (though the means to an end were questionable).

There were times where I was frustrated with Kyran but once I saw his family, it all clicked. Though his sister was godsent. Characters returning from Surrender were also well included and I loved seeing Fox and his Daddy.

There is just enough tenderness but also so much promised darkness and violence. I am happy that this book was sometimes so swoony (thank you, Silvano) but also bloody. I also lavished the overarching plotline and I am hoping for more books from the same universe. I cannot wait for other dons and bodyguards to find their loves (maybe even keeping them against their will hehe).

I wished the book was a bit longer. Not because it was rushed or anything, but because I did not want to part with our MCs and their banter, and comfort. This is definitely one of my favorite reads of this year!

I received an advance review copy for free - thank you so much! - and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
November 26, 2023
Submit // R. Phoenix & Adara Wolf // Releases 11/30

I adore when authors can give their dark romance such meaningful duality, and Submit is the example of that. Silvano is degrading and adoring, calculating and loyal, filthy and worshipful all at the same time. Kyran is deadly and submissive, terrified and hopeful, resistant and committed. These love between these two is impossible and inevitable!

Now that I’m done waxing poetic about mafia romance - THE SPICE!!
Oof, if you love a good h_m!li@tion shmink, Submit has it in spades. This is a high heat, high shmink read that balances smut and plot in a steamy steamy way! Check those shmink tags and prepare yourselves, 🥵.

🥀Rival Mafia Families
🔪V!ol3nce, G0re
🖤B D $ M
😈 Enemies W/ Benefits
🔗 Captive
☠️ Possessive, Toxic
⛈️ Closeted , Homophobia
💔 Forbidden

🔥Shmink Tags:
Strict Top/ Bottom: yes.
🔥High Heat
🔥D / s
🔥Smaller Top Bigger Bottom
🔥ALL THE Humiliation, Degradation
🔥 Domestic Discipline
🔥 CNC/ Dub Con
🔥 CBT
🔥 3dging / O Control
🔥 Predicament B ^nd@ge
🔥 Toys
🔥 🐔w@rming

✅ yes, book has listed trigger warning.

💋 @read.me.romance
Profile Image for Sol.
137 reviews19 followers
December 1, 2023
Submit is a second chance dark MM mafia romance with a lot of pinning and a forbidden love between mafia rivals Kyran and Silvano.
Kyran and Silvano met initially 10 years ago during a bank robbery (you have to read ‘Expectations’ the prequel novella to figure out how that encounter went about which is currently available in the O Deadly Night anthology in KU).
Submit is set in the "present" time where we get to see their furtive encounters, the conflict, and the pinning. These guys don't have it easy and I went through all the emotions through their ups and downs. I am not usually someone that enjoys mafia but I loved this book and fell in love with the characters and was truly rooting for their happily ever after. The kink was also fantastic and super hot.
It is not necessary to have read Surrender to understand the book but I will definitively will be reading it next because I loved the combination of dark romance + kink + mafia and so much pinning.
It is a dark romance so do check TW/CW that the authors provide (which are very comprehensive).
happy reading!

Profile Image for ❥ Tracy.
389 reviews24 followers
December 28, 2023
I think this book starts at the wrong part of Silvano & Kyran’s story. I really don’t care for the trend of prequels being released in an anthology, which I didn’t realize was the case here until I read the afterword in this book. While I was reading this I kept feeling like I was missing something.

Silvano and Kyran have 10 years of history but because it was all told and not shown I didn’t feel their connection. Kyran acted bratty and resistant toward Silvano, which seemed weird to me if they’ve been seeing each other for a decade. I didn’t get a good sense of their dom/sub relationship and the sex scenes fell flat for me because I was missing their connection. Maybe if I’d read the prequel I’d like it better but this time it was a miss
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96 reviews2 followers
November 30, 2023
I loved every word of this story, starting with their Expectations prequel in O' Deadly Night 2 to the the last word of this novel.

I adore the character types they represent, and all the ways they differ from them, all the twisty, fun and devastating ways Kyran and Silvano are so tangibly real. Their voices had me reading both their POVs completely entranced, and the magic between them killed me. Their connection is powerful, and it made me absolutely sad for them at times, and absolutely exhilarated at others.

They are also HOT as HELL and the kinks they hit together? Oh boy (ha).

I could've read 400 pages of these two, and I'll miss them for sure.
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303 reviews2 followers
December 19, 2023
3.5 stars

Ennemies to lovers - second chance - BDSM - Mafia - Rivals

I enjoyed this story, nothing extraordinary but it was good 😊. I loved the most the way the authors didn't give flash-back but gave enough informations for us to really feel the love between both mmcs even if their current situation is messy. I wouldn't have said no to a few more pages though.
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828 reviews14 followers
November 28, 2023
Kyran and Silvano have been having clandestine trysts for years. But, it’s all coming to a head now that Silvanos position in his family’s mafia organisation is more prominent. Being from opposing mafia groups and having bad history between them, the electric chemistry that Kyran and Silvano have makes it’s hard for them to stay away from each other.

An entertaining, intense, dark read full of twists, action, passion, mafia feuds and kinky D/s scenes that will keep you captivated in the story.
Do heed the warnings.
Profile Image for Annick.
13 reviews
November 30, 2023
Amazing book!!! Highly recommended it! I love mafia books! This one is just … wow!!! There’s humour in it! Just know that there is some homophobic comment but for me it was fine in this book! Like the MMC! Both of them!!!!
Just to inform that while reading it … two side guys are in another books from the same author !!! But in another serie!!! So happy I made that link!! ( title : surrender )
Goooooo read it!!! It’s soooo good !!!
Profile Image for Jeanine Beaulieu St Pierre.
1,080 reviews1 follower
November 30, 2023
Well I loved this book,,Karan has a very big secret that he has kept for 10 years so he thinks,,,Silvano is the new boss who is out and proud he keeps a watch on what he thinks is his and he has to move the chest piece in order to keep his boy with him,,,there is alot of action in this book you won’t get bored reading this book that’s for sure,,,I read this book for this author for my honest opinion
Profile Image for Jennifer.
816 reviews
December 2, 2023
Sometimes the bad guys are just soooo good! I love the mafia world this dynamic duo has created and the kinky dudes that live in it. I went into this book unaware of the connections to other stories( I didn’t read the blurb -oops). I was so pleasantly surprised to see Fox and his Daddy come on the scene(pun intended). As always there was kink, blood, heat, murder, and mayhem. Everything I love about these authors and I’m here for it. Read the triggers if you’re squeamish
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368 reviews26 followers
December 3, 2023
Submit

This book will grab your attention and hang on throughout. No page filler for inner dialogue. No third act breakup. Just a very deserved HEA! Highly recommend.
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390 reviews5 followers
Shelved as 'dnf-2024'
August 23, 2024
DNF - 20%

They were annoying me a little too much.
Profile Image for JJ.
315 reviews
December 5, 2023
This book wow
Kyran❤️ silvano♥️
We have
Hate
Battles
Don
Sub
Dynamic
Chemistry
Relationship
And
LOVE

Yes I really enjoyed this book. What a crazy beautiful ride
I can see a beautiful series here
Thank you, Mia Fury. For recommend me this book

Beautiful Author, i will be reading more books you have done
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