A review by bookmaniacforever
Because You're Mine by Claire Contreras

4.0

⭐️ 4.5 "Loren's Ballerina" Stars ⭐️
Because You’re Mine was at the top of my highly anticipated releases for this summer! I love Claire Contreras’ writing and this novel mixing the mafia and ballet worlds sounded amazing! As I expected, I loved this story so much! The sizzling chemistry between Catalina and Lorenzo mixed with the thrilling twists made this read so entertaining!

"That's how Loren makes me feel. Bare and open to him. It scares and thrills me."

Lorenzo Costello is one broody, sexy, commanding alpha! I loved him so much! He’s dark and you feel the secrets and mystery enveloping him! When he’s in the same spaces as Cat, it’s simply explosive! The banters between them are bursting with a sexual attraction that’s searing hot! While he acts with arrogance, this attitude is what brings sassy repartees from the usually reserved Catalina.

Catalina can’t resist Loren's charm for long and when they embark on a relationship, they only get hotter! Claire Contreras brings the heat to a high level with these two! The fact they both try to deny what have is more than sex is silly, because it’s clear as day from the sweet way Loren is with Cat that their hearts are invested in this! The longing gazes, the small touches, the sweet kisses, every one of those moments share between them are just perfect!

While their relationship is a great enjoyment of this story, the suspense is also very addictive! There’s some secrets I just couldn’t wait to uncover! The aura of mystery made the guessing exhilarating. The supporting characters are so interesting and I was very invested in learning more about them too.

"I'm addicted to watching you dance."

Because You’re Mine is an exciting romance that gripped me from start to finish with the power the main couple exudes and the excitement procured from the mobster business! I can’t wait to read more about this obscure world!