My Owned by the Mob Boss Book Review - No Spoilers
Plot Summary
Owned by the Mob Boss by Imani Jay drops me right into the world of Assi Mbaye, a self-made billionaire who’s sworn off men—until she walks into Ben Wylder’s exclusive gentlemen’s club. Ben is a feared mob boss with glacier-blue eyes and a magnetic presence. That one night they share ignites something neither expects. What starts as a steamy connection bleeds into something more powerful as walls come down and real desires take hold.
Why I Love This Book
I love how the shift between casual encounter and emotional pull lands like a punch. I feel the thrill when Ben’s cold edge meets Assi’s dormant fire. I love how Assi’s strength feels lived-in—she’s built, guarded, and not easily shaken. I love how the chemistry isn’t an afterthought—it’s alive, electric, and it keeps me tethered to every moment. And I love that the heat adds depth, not just sizzle—I felt something real ignite between them.
Who Will Like This Book
If you’re into BWWM romance with insta-love and mafia tension, you’ll connect. If you want alpha anti-heroes paired with women who don’t need rescuing—but aren’t afraid to fall—you’ll find something addictive here.
⚠️ Trigger warning: This book includes power dynamics, emotional intensity, and erotic tension within a mob boss context. It’s raw and tempting—read with awareness.
Tagged As
contemporary romance, BWWM romance, mafia boss, insta love, alpha male, boss lady heroine, steamy romance, emotional tension, quick read, HEA, indie romance
Steam Level
The connection here isn’t shy—it’s intense, sexy, and visceral. The scenes are bold and purposeful—it’s not just heat, it’s fire, and I was not ready.
This novel is #5 on our list of 10 BWWM Romance Books You'll Absolutely Love. View the full list.
