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Cora Reilly Books in Order

The complete guide to Cora Reilly’s addictive romance novels, featuring the Born in Blood Mafia Chronicles, the Camorra Chronicles, and her standalone titles.

Last updated: December 15, 2025

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The Madman and His Broken Princess

by Cora Reilly

2025

Nestore Romano was a prince destined to rule until he was broken by betrayal. Years later, he reclaims his power and takes Amelia as his wife—the woman whose family destroyed his. It is a story of revenge, hatred, and twisted obsession.

Sin and Redemption

by Cora Reilly

2025

Maximus Trevisan is an enforcer used to violence, but hurting Sara is the one line he never wanted to cross. Forced together by tragedy and duty, they must navigate a marriage built on shared trauma and a desperate need for healing.

A Touch of Fate

by Cora Reilly

2025

Emma Mancini is hopeful when she is arranged to marry Samuel Mione, a sought-after bachelor. But Samuel is cold and bitter from past mistakes, viewing her as a burden. Emma must fight to break down his walls before his indifference breaks her.

By Frenzy I Ruin

by Cora Reilly

2024

Nevio, the unhinged son of Remo Falcone, finds an unexpected obsession in Aurora. As the next generation’s most volatile member, his pursuit creates chaos, testing the limits of what the families will tolerate.

Dangerous Innocence

by Cora Reilly

2023

Aislinn travels to New York to find her missing sister and crosses paths with Lorcan Devaney, a brutal Irish mobster. Forced into his world to save her family, she finds herself trapped in a marriage with a man she should hate.

Renegade

by Cora Reilly

2022

Continuing the *Rules of Deception* series, Tessa faces new threats as the line between her mission and her survival blurs. Betrayals within the agency force her to question who the real monsters are in a world of genetic secrets.

Deceitful

by Cora Reilly

2022

Tessa is a student with a secret: she is part of a special FBI unit for people with genetic variations. When a serial killer strikes, she must go undercover, using her abilities to hunt a predator while keeping her own nature hidden.

By Virtue I Fall

by Cora Reilly

2022

Anna, the daughter of a Chicago Capo, is married off to Santino, the new Don of Paris. What begins as a strategic alliance turns into a battle for dominance as Anna refuses to be a passive mafia wife in a foreign city.

By Fate I Conquer

by Cora Reilly

2022

Amo Vitiello, the future Capo of New York, is bound by duty, while Greta Falcone is the protected princess of Las Vegas. Their families are sworn enemies, but a chance meeting sets off a forbidden romance that could ignite a war.

Twisted Cravings

by Cora Reilly

2021

Adamo Falcone wants to prove he is more than just the youngest brother. When he enters the world of illegal street racing, he meets Dinara, a Bratva princess with a dark past. Their connection is instant, dangerous, and fueled by shared trauma.

By Sin I Rise: Part Two

by Cora Reilly

2021

The conclusion to Marcella and Maddox’s story. As their forbidden feelings deepen, they must navigate the war between their families. Maddox has to decide if his need for revenge is worth destroying the woman he has come to love.

By Sin I Rise

by Cora Reilly

2021

Marcella Vitiello, the spoiled princess of New York, is kidnapped by Maddox White, an enemy biker seeking revenge against her father. Part one of a duet, this story sets a high-stakes clash between the mafia and the motorcycle club.

Twisted Hearts

by Cora Reilly

2020

Savio Falcone is a charming, ruthless playboy who doesn't do commitment. Gemma has been chasing him for years, but when she is promised to another man, Savio finally realizes he might lose the one woman who truly understands his darkness.

Sweet Temptation

by Cora Reilly

2020

Cassio, a grieving widower and underboss, needs a mother for his two children. He is arranged to marry Giulia, a cheerful eighteen-year-old who is determined to bring warmth back into his cold, disciplined life.

Fragile Longing

by Cora Reilly

2020

Sofia has always been the "spare" sister, but when her perfect sibling runs off, she is forced to marry Danilo, the man she has secretly loved for years. Danilo, however, is bitter over the betrayal and sees Sofia only as a consolation prize.

Bound By The Past

by Cora Reilly

2020

Dante and Valentina return as past secrets and new threats endanger their family. As the Chicago Outfit faces internal and external pressure, the couple must rely on their bond to protect everything they have built.

Bound By Blood: Anthology

by Cora Reilly

2020

A collection of short stories featuring fan-favorite couples from the *Born in Blood* and *Camorra* series. These glimpses into their lives show the quiet moments, the domestic struggles, and the enduring passion behind the violence.

Twisted Pride

by Cora Reilly

2019

Remo Falcone, the cruelest of the brothers, kidnaps Serafina, a mafia princess destined for another. He intends to break her to punish her family, but Serafina’s defiance sparks a twisted, obsessive war of wills that neither expected.

Twisted Emotions

by Cora Reilly

2019

Nino Falcone is incapable of feeling emotions, which makes him the perfect monster. Kiara, traumatized by her past, is given to him in marriage. Together, they navigate a relationship built on safety and logic rather than traditional love.

Twisted Bonds

by Cora Reilly

2019

Nino and Kiara face their pasts as outside forces threaten the Camorra. This installment deepens the bond between the emotionless Falcone brother and the woman who taught him to feel, highlighting the strength of their unique marriage.

Only Work, No Play

by Cora Reilly

2019

Evie moves to Australia and becomes the personal assistant to Xavier, a rugby star known as "The Beast." He is messy, arrogant, and half-naked half the time, making it impossible for Evie to keep things strictly professional.

Luca Vitiello

by Cora Reilly

2019

The story of *Bound by Honor* told from Luca’s perspective. This book reveals the inner thoughts of the ruthless Capo as he navigates his rise to power and his unexpected obsession with his innocent new wife.

Twisted Loyalties

by Cora Reilly

2018

Fabiano Scuderi, abandoned by his father, fights his way up the ranks of the Las Vegas Camorra. He falls for Leona, a girl trying to stay clean, dragging her into his violent world where loyalty to the Falcones comes first.

Bound by Love

by Cora Reilly

2018

Aria and Luca face their biggest challenge yet as enemies threaten their family and their marriage. This installment revisits the couple that started it all, testing whether their love is strong enough to survive the mafia world.

Bound by Vengeance

by Cora Reilly

2017

Growl, a brutal enforcer for the Camorra, is known for leaving no witnesses—until he spares Cara. Now he keeps her as a captive, and a twisted bond forms between the monster and the girl he was supposed to kill.

Seduced by the Escort

by Cora Reilly

2015

After surviving cancer, Amy wants to reclaim her life and experiences. She hires Noah, a professional escort, to help her check off her bucket list, but their business arrangement quickly complicates as real feelings emerge.

Bound by Temptation

by Cora Reilly

2015

Liliana Scuderi falls for Romero, a lowly soldier who is off-limits to a Capo’s daughter. Their forbidden romance threatens to start a war between New York and Chicago, forcing them to choose between family loyalty and their love.

Bound by Hatred

by Cora Reilly

2015

Gianna has always hated Matteo, the arrogant mobster who sees her as a challenge. When she tries to run from her arranged marriage, he hunts her down, sparking a volatile battle of wills where passion and hatred blur.

Bound by Duty

by Cora Reilly

2015

Dante Cavallaro, the Capo of the Chicago Outfit, needs a wife to keep up appearances. Valentina, a young widow, agrees to the marriage to hide her own secrets, but she soon finds herself falling for her cold, guarded husband.

Voyeur Extraordinaire

by Cora Reilly

2014

Nora, a broke waitress, gets more than she bargained for when she spies on her hot neighbor, Adrian. What starts as innocent curiosity turns into a mutual obsession when he catches her watching—and decides he likes the audience.

Not Meant To Be Broken

by Cora Reilly

2014

Amber, traumatized by a brutal attack, tries to rebuild her life by moving in with her brother and his best friend, Zach. Zach is a player, but he becomes determined to help Amber heal, even if it means breaking his own rules.

Bound by Honor

by Cora Reilly

2014

To ensure peace between two mafia families, fifteen-year-old Aria is betrothed to Luca, the ruthless heir to the New York mob. Three years later, she marries a man she fears, hoping to find a heart beneath his cold exterior.

Where should I start?

For the classic mafia experience: Bound by HonorBound by DutyBound by Hatred
For a grittier, darker ride: Twisted LoyaltiesTwisted EmotionsTwisted Pride
For a standalone emotional romance: Sweet Temptation or Fragile Longing

Author bio

Cora Reilly is a name that instantly brings to mind gripping mafia romance. She has carved out a massive space for herself in the genre, creating a sprawling universe filled with danger, passion, and complicated families.

While she is now a full-time author with a dedicated global fanbase, her path to writing wasn't a straight line. Born and raised in Germany, Cora originally pursued a very different career path. She studied law, spending years immersed in legal briefs, statutes, and the rigid structure of the justice system.

However, the creative itch was always there.

Eventually, she decided to trade the courtroom for the keyboard. She didn't start with the dark, gritty stories she is famous for today. Initially, she wrote young adult novels, focusing on the trials of growing up. But over time, she found herself drawn to darker themes and more mature storylines. She realized her true talent lay in writing about dangerous men and the women who are strong enough to stand by their sides.

Everything changed with the release of Bound by Honor.

This book kicked off the Born in Blood Mafia Chronicles and introduced readers to a world of organized crime that felt both terrifying and alluring. It helped popularize the arranged marriage trope in modern mafia romance, setting a high standard for the genre. Readers were hooked on the intense friction between duty and desire, watching characters navigate forced unions that eventually turned into real love.

Her books are best known for their "morally grey" heroes. These aren't good guys in the traditional sense. They are mafia dons, enforcers, and killers. They make their own rules and are often ruthless to the outside world. Yet, Cora has a knack for showing their hidden depths.

Readers flock to her stories because these dangerous men are fiercely protective of the women they love. The emotional angst is a huge draw. Fans enjoy the "slow burn" as trust builds between characters who are often enemies at the start.

The universe she created didn't stop in New York and Chicago. Cora expanded her storytelling into new territories with the Camorra Chronicles. Set in Las Vegas, this series introduced the Falcone brothers, who run the city's crime syndicate. These books brought a different flavor to her world, often exploring even darker, more chaotic, and sometimes more humorous dynamics compared to the strict traditions of her earlier books.

One of the reasons fans stay so loyal is the interconnected nature of her work.

Characters from one series often pop up in another, making the world feel alive and lived-in. You get to see the aftermath of previous books and catch up with old favorites. This continuity eventually led to the Sins of the Fathers series. Here, the children of the original couples take the spotlight, navigating their own loves and dangers while trying to step out of their parents' shadows.

When she isn't plotting the next shocking plot twist or figuring out how to redeem a villain, Cora leads a fairly normal life. She is a big fan of travel and loves discovering new foods and cultures. Despite the dark and heavy subjects she writes about, she enjoys the quiet, happy moments spending time with her family.

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