Book Review: Bratva Prince By T J Maguire
Bratva Prince By T J Maguire
Bratva Prince by T J Maguire - Book 2 in the Bratva Series
Tropes: Enemies to lovers, mafia romance, cartel romance, morally grey MMC, dominant hero, strong fearless heroine, forced proximity, power struggle, forbidden attraction, dark romance, obsession, violence, slow-burn tension, gritty worldbuilding, interconnected series, HEA
Summary:
Bratva Prince takes the intensity of the Bratva world and dials it all the way up. Aleksandr Volkov is a man forged by discipline, trauma, and ruthless control - a Bratva prince whose past is scarred by loss and guilt. When his sister is taken, the hunt for her leads him straight into enemy territory and into the path of Drea Ortega, a fearless cartel enforcer who thrives in violence and chaos.
What begins as a collision between two deadly worlds quickly becomes something far more dangerous. Bound by circumstance, mistrust, and undeniable attraction, Aleksandr and Drea ignite a love that’s as brutal as it is consuming. This is a dark mafia romance filled with violence, obsession, loyalty, and heart — where power struggles blur into passion and survival depends on trust.
💚 LD
Bratva Prince completely surprised me in the best way. I went in expecting a dark mafia romance, but what I got was an emotionally layered, action-packed story that hit harder than I anticipated. Aleksandr Volkov is the definition of controlled chaos. He’s rigid, disciplined, and emotionally closed off, but everything about him screams intensity. The guilt he carries and the devotion he has for his family made him so compelling to read.
And then there’s Drea. She is not your typical captive heroine — she’s lethal, fearless, and thrives in the brutality of the cartel world. I loved how unapologetic she was about who she is and what she’s capable of. Watching Aleksandr struggle between his need for control and his growing obsession with Drea was addictive.
Their relationship is raw, messy, and forged under pressure. The banter, the power struggle, the mutual respect that slowly develops, it all felt earned. This book expanded the Bratva world beautifully and raised the stakes for the series in a big way. Dark, intense, and emotionally gripping, Bratva Prince is a standout second installment.
“If you’re gonna kill me, kill me. I’m not afraid to die. So if you’re gonna do it, hurry up. Otherwise, get the fuck out of my face.”
🤍 AD -
I absolutely loved this book. From the very first page, Bratva Prince had me hooked and refused to let go. Aleksandr Volkov is everything I crave in a dark romance hero.. cold, powerful, disciplined, and dangerously magnetic. He’s the kind of man who commands a room without raising his voice, and that presence is intoxicating.
Drea Ortega completely stole my heart. She’s fierce, ruthless, and fearless in a way that feels refreshing and empowering. There’s nothing submissive about her, she challenges Aleksandr at every turn, and their chemistry is explosive because of it. Their dynamic is pure fire: dominance versus defiance, control versus chaos.
This story doesn’t shy away from violence, pain, or passion, and that honesty is what makes it unforgettable. It’s gritty, emotional, and deeply addictive. T.J. Maguire delivers a dark romance that balances brutality with heart, and Aleksandr and Drea’s love story is one I won’t be forgetting anytime soon.
“I wasn’t in the mood to play games. I was tired, still in pain from the stab wound in my fucking shoulder, and pissed off I wasn’t balls deep in the woman I loved right now. Whoa, loved? I thought about it for a moment and then internally shrugged. Sounded about right.”
💙 AG -
I really enjoyed Bratva Prince even more than the first book in the series. Drea and Aleksandr’s story is intense, dangerous, and completely addictive. From the moment they meet, the enemies-to-lovers tension is undeniable, and their fiery banter had me hooked straight away.
Drea is such a strong, fearless heroine, and I loved that she never backed down or softened herself to fit Aleksandr’s world. Aleksandr’s dominating, controlling presence paired perfectly with her wild defiance, creating a dynamic that was thrilling to read.
The book is packed with action, violence, and high-stakes moments, all set against a dark, gritty mafia backdrop that feels immersive and brutal. Their chemistry is off the charts, and the constant push-and-pull kept me turning pages late into the night. If you’re looking for a dark, steamy, action-packed mafia romance with unforgettable characters, Bratva Prince absolutely delivers.
“How could I let her go? I needed Drea like I needed air in my lungs. Blood in my veins. Food in my belly. She was everything I needed to survive, and the thought of being without her was…unbearable.”
