The Submission
of a
Mafia Princess
Sandra Bunino
Duty, Respect and Honor thy Family...
As the only child of notorious mob boss, Tony “The Chief” Azzari, Antonietta lives her life by this mantra. Toni never questions the world where decisions are made for her, until she meets Harley-Davidson riding bad boy, Braxton Malone. Ever since their fiery first kiss all those years ago, she can’t deny the desire to submit to his control.
Brax always knew he’d be walking a dangerous tightrope if he fell for Toni, but like a moth to a flame, he couldn't stay away. Barely surviving the wrath of the mob within an inch of his life, a scorned Brax has vowed never again to allow a woman under his skin.
Three years later, Brax is a top Dom at The Satin Rose Experience, New York’s posh BDSM club. When Toni shows up to fulfill her fantasy of submission before being forced into a loveless marriage, that vow is in just as much jeopardy as his life. Can they overcome the crimes of passion from their past and change Toni’s fate forever?
The Submission of a Mafia Princess
Release: February 12, 2013
Evernight Publishing
Chosen as an Editor’s Pick
Find THE SUBMISSION OF A MAFIA PRINCESS here:
****GUEST POST****
FOODS that put you in the MOOD!
-Sandra Bunino
Before we get started may I just SQUEE a little? Because that’s how I feel when I get the chance to be featured on FICTIONAL CANDY! *wiggles*
It recently occurred to me most of my stories contain a scene or two where my characters are eating a meal. Not just any meal. Nope. They’re usually consuming decadent, orgasm inducing delights!
After some online research and my own experiment, I’ve come up with 7 fan-freaking-tastic foods to get you in a sexy mood.
Warning: Decadence follows...dieters should continue reading with care...chocolate...
CHOCOLATE: This one is a no-brainer because chocolate, in any way shape or form, is so sexy, isn’t it? The smell of chocolate alone makes me weak in the knees. It’s sweet, dark and sinful, just like a hero in a steamy romance novel. There’s a reason we’re so enamored. Chocolate’s lusty attributes are linked to feel good endorphins. When consumed, the chemical is released causing that warm, happy feeling.
COFFEE: (also known as my lifeline) Not only does it get us through the day, coffee also contains mood altering components. Did you know a shot of joe stimulates the part of the brain that regulates arousal? It’s true! Make mine a latte, please!
EGGS: Okay, eggs are not exactly sexy, but guess what? They contain an amino acid known for treating erectile disfunction. Sexy up your egg dish by tossing some veggies and maybe a strip of crumbled bacon into a bowl with a few eggs. Pour into mixture into muffin pan for cute frittatas.
STRAWBERRIES: Oh yes, the sexy fruit! Strawberries high content of vitamin C make them a fertility booster for your guy. Also, one can’t help but to look sexy eating a whole, plump strawberry. Add a drizzle of chocolate and let the party begin!
SAFFRON: This exotic deep yellow spice is a staple in Spanish and Mediterranean dishes. Researchers have found a sprinkle can improve sexual prowess. Roarrrr!
STEAK: The iron, zinc and protein found in beef increases both stamina and sex drive. The act of cooking and eating a steak is a workout for the senses. The sound of a filet sizzling on the grill, the aroma wafting in the air, and the first bite of juicy and tender meat throws one into sensory overload, in a good way.
WINE: A beautiful meal isn’t complete without the perfect wine selection. I’d recommend a full bodied merlot to go with that thick steak. Wine is an instant stress reducer and makes us all tingly inside. The perfect amount of warmth to stoke the embers of libidos everywhere!
Are you hungry yet?
Try a taste of my new release, The Submission of a Mafia Princess...
***EXCERPT***
Toni lay in darkness, left alone with her thoughts and listening to the air flowing in through her nose and out through her mouth as Mia had instructed. Candles were one of Toni’s demands, especially when she discovered the submissive pose would push her ass high in the air. She couldn’t handle a harsh spotlight on her full cheeks. Even though she didn’t want to admit it, the dim lights also served the purpose of keeping her Dom of choice, Mick, as anonymous as possible. Not that she needed candles for that; his last minute demand was to blindfold her. Something that they hadn’t talked about while reviewing her soft and hard limits.
Toni wasn’t sure how much time had passed since Mia left the room after preparing her for the scene. She tested the restraints connected to her wrist bindings. Only an inch or two of slack allowed her to shift slightly on the sumptuous bed. Crisp linens cradled her shins, which were spread slightly. Deep breaths pushed her leather-covered breasts into the soft mattress. Her position of submission caused the leather strap between her backside cheeks to tighten against her sensitized folds.
The click of the lock and slide of the door caused every nerve ending to stand at attention. Heavy footfalls sounded on the suite’s plush carpeting. Concentrating on her breathing, Toni willed her heart to stay within the confines of her chest.
Inhale through her nose. Fingers caressed the back of her calf and eased her shoe off her right foot.
Exhale through her mouth. Her other shoe slid from her foot and a single finger drew a slow line down the bottom of her foot.
Inhale. The ticking of a zipper filled her ears.
Exhale. Shit, the breathing thing wasn’t working.
Inhale and hold. She squeezed her eyes shut. I can do this. I can do this.
The floodgates opened with a sobbing exhale. “Fire! Fire. I’m sorry. I can’t. I just...can’t. I thought I could. I thought it would be like before. But it’s not.”
“Before?” a low voice whispered. There was something about that voice.
“Yes, before. With Brax. I’m sorry. I just can’t, not like this." A sob wracked her chest and tears soaked her blindfold.
“Shh, it’s okay,” Hands stroked her hair enveloping her into a comforting sensation that was as familiar as breathing. She picked her head up and perked her ears toward the source.
“Brax?”
“It’s me, Antonietta. You’re safe.”
The bed dipped next to her and the blindfold slipped off her head. She blinked a few times to focus her eyes.
“Hello, sunshine.”
“What are you doing here?”
“Come on, you know me a little better than to think I’d sit back idly and allow some random man have his way with you.”
Toni sat up on her heels causing her tethered hands to rise awkwardly.
“Here. Let’s get you out of these.” Brax unhooked the restraints from her bindings and took her hands into his. He untied the satin cords and slowly uncoiled them from her wrists. Rubbing them in between his hands, memories came flooding back. Back when she was his.
“You look beautiful,” he said, surveying her body.
She focused on his face, attempting to sear every feature of him into her memory: the planes and light stubble of his cheeks, his tousled hair, and his eyes that had always been able to read her like a book from the first day they met.
There was so much she wanted to say, but it was pointless. “One night is all we have.”
Brax took her chin between his thumb and index finger and pulled her close. “I know. Get up and get dressed.”
“Where are we going?”
“Your fantasy of submission starts now. No questions,” he said and playfully slapped her ass. Grabbed his jacket from the chair, he strode to the door before turning around.
“You have ten minutes. Wear a dress and these.” He pulled a flash of red and lace from the jacket’s pocket and tossed it to Toni.
Sandra Bunino is a numbers crunching business professional by day who stays up past her bedtime thanks to her oh-so-sexy imagination. Who needs sleep, anyway? Sandra is constantly searching for different ways to achieve a heart-pumping, stomach-flipping, breath-catching reaction from her readers.
These days, Sandra lives on a wooded mountaintop not far from New York City with her family. She always looks forward to hearing from her readers and she may be contacted at sbunino@gmail.com. As a social media junkie in need of a ten-step program, you can also follow her on Facebook and Twitter (@sandrabunino).
Stalk Sandra here:
Remember, following is sexy!
Yep, I am definitely excited about reading this story!! Sandra has a great writing style and voice, you won't want to miss it, either!
Today we have a giveaway, for either Brooke's Wish or Mia's Submission. (Links point to Goodreads) Giveaway is International, and I will pick a winner next Friday!
Previous Posts:
