Step into the electrifying world of Michelle Heard’s Corrupted Royals series, where dangerous mafia enforcers clash with fierce heroines in a whirlwind of forbidden love and heart-pounding suspense! This bestselling mafia romance saga blends steamy passion with gritty Bratva intrigue, pulling readers into a world where loyalty is tested, and love blooms in the darkest corners.
With novels like Destroy Me and Possess Me, Heard crafts standalone stories that weave together complex characters and intense emotions, making every book an addictive escape. Whether you’re a mafia romance veteran or a curious newcomer, Corrupted Royals promises a ride you won’t forget!
How Corrupted Royals Began
Michelle Heard, a South African author with a knack for heart-shattering romance, launched the Corrupted Royals series in January 2023 with Destroy Me. A former banker turned USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestseller, Heard drew inspiration from her love of alpha heroes and resilient women, crafting a series that dives deep into the mafia underworld. Her goal? To create stories that grip readers with emotional twists and steamy chemistry, set against the backdrop of the notorious St. Monarch’s training academy, a neutral ground for the world’s criminal elite.
The Heart of Corrupted Royals
The series kicks off with Destroy Me, where Aurora D’Angelo, a mafia princess, falls for Misha Petrov, a Bratva enforcer from a rival family. Their star-crossed romance, sparked in a nightclub and tested by violence, sets the tone for the series’ forbidden love trope. Control Me follows Abigail Sartori, a feisty heroine clashing with Nikolai Vetrov, her ruthless combat instructor, in a tale of age-gap romance and trauma recovery. Brutalize Me introduces Tiana Petrov, whose arranged marriage to a monster is upended by her brother’s best friend, Armani De Santis, in a protective, slow-burn love story. Possess Me, the series finale, delivers a gut-wrenching tale of mistaken identity as Alek Aslanhov kidnaps Everleigh Adams, only to find love amid captivity.
Each book stands alone but shares a vivid setting: the shadowy world of Bratva and mafia power struggles, often centered around St. Monarch’s, where characters train to survive. Themes of survival, redemption, and defying duty for love run deep, with Heard’s signature style blending raw emotion, intense chemistry, and dark, trigger-heavy plots. From forced proximity to enemies-to-lovers, the series leans into tropes that keep romance fans hooked, all wrapped in a fast-paced, cinematic narrative.
Why Corrupted Royals Resonates
Corrupted Royals has carved a niche in the mafia romance genre, earning praise for its emotional depth and addictive storytelling. Fans on platforms like Goodreads rave about Heard’s ability to balance gritty violence with tender romance, creating characters who feel real despite their dangerous lives. The series’ exploration of trauma and resilience resonates with readers seeking stories of strength and hope, while its steamy scenes and alpha heroes deliver the escapist thrill romance lovers crave. As part of Heard’s broader mafia universe, including The Saints and The Sinners series, Corrupted Royals solidifies her status as a powerhouse in the genre.
- First book, Destroy Me, published in January 2023.
- Five books total: Destroy Me, Control Me, Brutalize Me, Restrain Me, Possess Me.
- Best known for mafia romance and forbidden love tropes.
- Authored by Michelle Heard, a bestselling South African romance writer.
Ready to dive into a world of danger and desire? Grab Destroy Me and let Michelle Heard’s Corrupted Royals series sweep you into its mafia romance magic!