Blood King

The Kings of Vegas, Book 2

From New York Times bestselling author Kristen Proby, writing as NATALIE KANE, comes an arranged marriage, age-gap, ex’s dad novel in her Kings of Vegas series, Blood King.

Natasha

Being a Bratva princess is not as glamorous as it sounds. Or glamorous at all.

I’ve known since I was a child that my life is not my own. That one day, my father would give me away to the Mafia family that would best serve his purposes.

So it shouldn’t surprise me when I walk into Papa’s office and meet Elliot Stavros.

I soon learn that my husband-to-be is as monstrous as my father. And I’d do anything to get out of this marriage.

Julian

I need the alliance with the Russians, and the best way to make it happen is to marry my son off to the princess.

The only problem? I can’t get the stunning blond with big blue eyes filled with pain out of my head.

And when I find out that my son has been cruel to the beautiful woman? I take matters into my own hands.

I marry her myself.

I know I’m too old for her and I don’t deserve her. Still, the thought of anyone else touching her brings out my unhinged side.

I’m falling in love with my gorgeous wife. But when I discover that she’s betraying me, will I have to destroy her?

©2026 Natalie Kane (P)2026 Ampersand Publishing, Inc.

Phenomenal performance!

This audio was so good! Savannah Thomas and James Cassidy really delivered this performance of perfection. I loved the story. The Kings of Vegas are ruthless and morally grey. But they love their women.

Great book

I love this book but I wanted him to beg and cry some more after the way he treated her thinking she betrayed him and he got off to easy plus the end seem like it was rush

Why does it have to end?

I can honestly say that I currently feel like a toddler who lost their toy. I dont want it to be over, I dont want to go.
Age gap, mafia, arranged marriage, touch her and die, Vegas...do I need to say more? This book was FANTASTIC!
Natasha was raised knowing she would be a bartering tool when she was older. Taught to behave as the perfect mafia wife. Head down and shut up. Obey him or face discipline.
Her arranged marriage looked like it was going to be living hell. after a turn of events, shes married to Julian.
Julian is the leader of the Greek mafia. Life couldn't be any better for Natasha. Until another turn changes everything. Betrayal leads to despair, fear and one of the best books ive ever read.
James Cassidy brought Julian to life and GOOD LAWD that man did amazing! Hot as hell voice for the mafia king makes this book even better.
Savannah Thomas is a new to me narrator. She did fabulous. I really enjoy listening to her. Will absolutely look for more of her work.
Can we please get the next book now? Im not very great at patience and waiting. I need this story to continue now. I love this series!

Chef's Kiss Audio

I devoured this book and could not get enough of this story. I absolutely love Kristen Proby’s alter ego and her darker side. These are the stories that I am obsessed with and crave.

Julian and Natasha were just wow. Yes there was an age gap but man it was a blip in the story. Their chemistry was undeniable. From the first moment you could feel the connection. The protective side of Julian was so damn hot. And boy did I love the strong resilient woman that Natasha was when she was with Julian.

Both Savannah Thomas and James Cassidy were both new to me narrators and hot damn they were perfection as Natasha and Julian. They brought their A game and brought these characters and this story to life amazingly. When James growled or raised his voice you fell the powerful man that Julian was. And Savannah gave us all of Natasha’s emotions and more that I could feel in my bones. Bravo to a great listen and even better it was duet style.

Natalie Kane writes mafia men like no other and I am all for the mayhem and chaos and of course the woman that bring them to their knees. I am obsessed and cannot wait for Savage king.

🔥🔥🔥😱🥵🪭 So Good 😊

All I’m saying is , Great Listen/Story 🎧 , Great Narration 🙎‍♀️🙍🏻‍♂️ by James Cassidy and Savannah Thomas 👏🏻👏🏻