SINS & Lies

The more I read about Enzo and his life the more I want to know! Compelling reading cannot wait to see what happens next

Enzo and Kennedy's intense story continues with power plays, violence, secret plays, passion, mistrust and terror. This is a quick, dark, suspenseful read, only 181 pages.

Loved it

Sins & Lies is the second book in SINS: The Deal, Enzo’s Trilogy, and book 5 of the SINS series. It is a steamy, dark, mafia, age-gap, enemies to lovers, contemporary romance that does end on quite the cliffhanger.I cannot tell you how very much I love Kennedy and Enzo, I am totally entranced by these two! They and their story are magnificent! I loved the action, the steam, the revenge, the betrayal, and of course all the intrigue. It is definitely an unputdownable read.The writing, flow, pace, characters, storyline, storytelling, character development, relationship development, and world building are all spectacular. I would absolutely, highly recommend this book and personally consider it, and the series, a Must Read. I can’t wait for more!

A few things first: this is part of a series. This is book 5 of 6, where the first 3 books are a different character but the same family, and I highly recommend that those be read for backstory details. Books for 4 through 6 are a trilogy, making this the second book in the trilogy. Book 4 must be read first and these end on a cliffhanger. Lastly, please heed all triggers and warnings. If you have not read the previous books there may be spoilers, but I’ll try my best not to.Now, on to the fun part. This story continues with Enzo and Kennedy. Kennedy is still dealing with the D’Angelo family, where the Uncle thinks she owes him a debt, and where Enzo thinks she owes him..well, her. A bombshell, figuratively speaking, is dropped at the end of the first book and this picks up right where that left off. Enzo is out for blood due to the repercussions of the incident. As Uncle and Enzo battle it out, Kennedy is stuck in the middle not knowing where to go, who to trust, or how to keep herself and her sister safe.I can not say enough how good this whole series is. They are not too long and keep you engaged yet guessing from page 1. Yes, these are dark but are meant for entertainment and they certainly entertain. The only bad part is we have to wait for the last book. lolI received this book via ARC and am leaving my review voluntarily.

WARNING: This book contains an abuse subplot that some readers may find disturbing. For those who choose to continue, you won’t be disappointed!MUST READ SERIES!!!! Loved this second installment of Enzo’s and Kennedy’s story! I was chomping at the bit for their continued story and I couldn’t put it down! If you love intrigue, close family ties, and hot steamy scenes, you will love this series. This is the fifth book in the series. Highly recommend reading the others in the series so you can fully appreciate all the nuances with the characters but it’s not necessary. You do need to read the first book, SINS: The Deal, in Enzo’s and Kennedy's trilogy.This book picks up right at the cliffhanger from SINS: The Deal and what a ride it is! Kennedy is underneath Enzo's skin and no matter what he does, he just can't stop thinking and wanting her. However things aren't that simple and Kennedy's life is in danger. Can Enzo do what needs to be done to save her and claim her as his own? Will she still want him when she learns his darkest secrets? Only time will tell. I for one cannot wait for the next book in this wonderful, steamy, and intriguing tale!

Sins & Lies by Lexxi James is the second book in Enzo's trilogy and will end on a cliffhanger.We met Enzo D'Angelo back in Sin's Series. He's known as the devil himself and Chicago's God of War, among other things. Enzo appears devoid of emotions and feelings; does he even have a conscience? The story picks up where it left off: someone took Kennedy Mullvain-Luciano from Dante's club while the family celebrated Enzo's birthday. Clive Weston, the co-owner of Weston's Dance Academy, wouldn't hire Kennedy as a teacher until Enzo made a deal with his wife. Clive is an accountant, meaning he laundry money for Andre.'Andre, driven by his relentless ambition to take control of the family business, has identified Kennedy as the key to his plans.Will Kennedy be the one to end Enzo's life, or will it be the other way around? The stakes are high, and someone is destined to meet their end. The question remains: who will survive this dangerous deal?

This story "SINS & LIES" book 2 picks up where first book left off full of intrigue, suspense, danger, steam, intense drama, action, twists that keeps you turning the pages.Kennedy Mulkvain - Luciano was taken from Dante's club the night they celebrated Enzo's birthday, Clive Weston is the owner of Weston's Dance Academy he wouldn't hire Kennedy as a teacher until Enzo made a deal with his wife, he's an accountant laundering money for Andre`.Andre`is wanting control of the family business he has his eyes set on Kennedy to make his plans work, but her life's in danger, she's under Enzo's skin he can't stop thinking about her & wanting her he'll do whatever needs to be done to save her & claim her as his.I definitely recommend to get this riviting journey Enzo & Kennedy take you on what will happen when she learns of his dark secrets, dealing with the D'Angelo family the Uncle feels she owes him & Enzo thinks she owes him her, putting Kennedy in the middle of Enzo & his Uncles battle she doesn't know who to trust & keep her sister safe a must read you don't want to miss.

I am hooked on Kennedy and Enzo. They are a rollercoaster ride for sure especially with their emotions.This picks up right where The Deal ends and yes we get another cliffhanger so I am waiting for the next book after that bomb was dropped. This is apart of a series the 1st three books are not needed to read before this one but is better for backstory. You do need to read the SINS: The Deal before this one because it is apart of Enzo’s trilogy.Kennedy is a strong FMC the things she deals with on top of trying to handle the D’Angelo family you can’t help but root for her. She will do whatever it takes to survive and you see that through out both books.Enzo is the typical mafia man he is all about his family but you do see a fun softer side in this book. You also can see why he is so drawn to Kennedy they the same in many ways.~~What to Expect~~🩸Mafia🩸Morally Grey MMC🩸Age Gap- 8 Years🩸Enemies to Lovers🩸Strong FMC🩸Cliffhanger🩸Family Banter~Quote~🖤I’ll perch her on the highest pedestal so she can watch as I obliterate any man that comes near her and I’ll annihilate any world without her in it.

4-starsWith how the first book left off I was hoping for the same angst in the second book.While Kennedy and Enzo’s story continues, I feel like part of this is being drawn out too much.I do feel like this book could have been added to the first book and not had such a cliffhanger for the first book.All in all, I am liking Kennedy & Enzo’s story. Now on to book 3.Review by Angie