Vito

Santoro Mafia, Book 2

By: Lora Nox

Narrated by: Mollie Stark, Tor Thom

Deciding to come back to find my brother’s murderer?

Easy.

Staying away from the one who could get me killed?

Not so easy.

Eden

Nine years ago, I ran from this city. Now, I’ve returned to find my brother’s murderer.

To do that, I take his place as Gilly’s owner-operator–the one place in San Francisco’s criminal underworld where it’s a neutral zone, and there’s a clear you-shall-not-cross line drawn between me and the criminals.

That is, until Vito Santoro…

To him, I’m his Garden of Eden, and he was made to sin with me.

Vito

I’m the protector of my mafia family, and they come first. And that’s fine because I’m a one-and-done man and no woman has captured my interest for more.

But when I lay eyes on Gilly’s new owner-operator–the forbidden fruit that could result in my death–I can’t stay away. I promise myself one bite. Then two.

And when those who killed her brother target her… Well, then, my unhinged beast comes out to play.

Because Eden is mine. My forbidden fruit. My one-and-forever. My undoing. And I’ll paint the world red for her.

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Dive into Vito, the captivating 2nd book in the mafia romance Santoro Mafia series, which features Vito and Eden’s story. It includes an MMC with possessive, “touch her and I’ll unalive you” vibes. There’s no cheating, no cliffhanger, and a HEA is guaranteed. This is a standalone book; however, for the best listening experience, it’s suggested to listen to the books in order.

©2025 Lora Nox (P)2026 Blue Nose Publishing, Lora Nox

Vito and Eden

ALC Review
I thought the books were fantastic, but the audio is next level! Fantastic job with the choice of narrators. They are exactly what I imagined Vito and Eden to be.
Thank you for this wonderful opportunity of the ALC.
If Lora writes it, I will read and listen to it.

Forbidden Love ✅
Touch her and be not alive MMC ✅
Unhinged and protector MMC ✅
Sassy and strong FMC ✅
Found family dynamics ✅

5⭐️
4 🌶️
🖤 Mafia Romance
🖤 Strong FMC
🖤 He falls first
🖤 No cheating and no cliffhangers

This series surprised me so pleasantly that I want to tell everyone about it. The writing is wonderful, the characters are very real and lovable. The story and plots are surprising and fresh. The chemistry between the characters is so genuine and unique. In short, a wonderful and suspenseful read. Please read this, you won't be disappointed.

Great listen

Forbidden love
Mafia romance
Touch her and die
Slow burn
Dual POV - 1st person

Duet narration - Tor Thom & Mollie Stark
Fantastic narration by these two amazing narrators.

Book 2 Santoro Mafia series

Vito had no desire to be with a women more than once until he meets Eden the new owner and manager of Gillies bar the neutral bar for all the crime families. These two can’t be together. They fight their attraction for so long making these first part of this book deliciously full of tension and yearning. Once these two find a way and give into their desires it’s sweet and spicy.

Vito is protective and obsessed with Eden. She is a feisty strong FMC but softens with Vito. I truly enjoyed listening to their story.

This was a great listen and I can’t wait for book 3 in this series!

Mafia Forbidden Romance

This is the second book in the Santoro Mafia series, but can be listened to as a standalone.

Wow Lora Nox, you kept me on the edge of my seat with this one. The perfect blend of forbidden romance, mafia, suspense, and don’t forget the spice!

Make sure you check your triggers before you dive into this one.

The story revolves around Vito, our ruthless MMC, and Ed, our feisty FMC. Ed comes back to town to take over her bothers establishment and to avenge his death. She never realized she would be jumping into the world of Vito Santoro. Their chemistry was immediate but completely forbidden. You definitely need to pick this one up! It was a wild ride!

10/10 recommend this audiobook! Two new favorite narrators added to the list!

Mollie Stark was incredible. She captured Ed’s personality perfectly. She really brought her feistiness to life.

Tor Thom was the perfect narrator to bring Vito to life! He brought out his growly and obsessive tendencies perfectly!

EDEN && VITO

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶️🌶️🌶️

EDEN && VITO

I. Love. Forbidden. Love.

Molly Stark & Tor Thom did amazing in this duet!
I knew I would love this story. But the narration brought it to life even more and I’m obsessed with this series!

Gillies is the one place where everyone who is part of the criminal sanction can meet and there can be no blood spilled. The one rule: the owner needs to not be associated with anyone particular in this world.

When Eden’s brother is killed and now she needs to take over for him as his successor, she is now facing a difficult task. Because the one man her body wants and needs, is one she can’t have!

Vito doesn’t do relationships. He actually doesn’t do more than one night ever. But when he gets a call from the owner of Gillies and his one request is to “call Ed”, he doesn’t realize just how screwed he is!

I love forbidden love. And I love F it moments!
When two people have to fight for their love, it makes the story even better!

Lora. Another amazing book! Keep em coming!

The action and spice!

I enjoyed this story from beginning to end! Eden and Vito had me rooting for them from the start. They are perfect for each other. Mollie's voice perfectly encapsulates Eden's I don't care what you think attitude. Tor Tom is a perfect Vito. I could feel Vito's emotions through his voice! Great performance by both narrators.