The Sweetest Oblivion by Danielle Lori is a mafia romance that’s like a shot of espresso—dark, intense, and keeps you up all night. Elena Abelli, nicknamed “Sweet Abelli” for her charming, docile vibe, is a mafia princess in New York’s Cosa Nostra, but she’s haunted by a bloody secret that’s left her sidelined. Her younger sister, Adriana, is set to marry Nicolas “Nico” Russo, a notorious Made Man with a rap sheet darker than his suits—think ruthless don, gambler, and total heartthrob. When Elena and Nico lock eyes, it’s instant fireworks, but this forbidden romance is a no-go: he’s her sister’s fiancé, and in their world, loyalty is everything. Their push-and-pull—stolen glances, heated arguments, and “don’t touch but please do” tension—ignites a slow-burn love story (🌶️🌶️🌶️.5) that’s equal parts dangerous and addictive. The 384-page 2018 indie hit pops with Nico’s alpha “touch her and die” energy (that pool scene, tho!) and Elena’s feisty spirit, plus Nonna’s savage one-liners steal the show. BookTok’s obsessed, with X posts raving about the “insane sexual tension”, and its 4.1-star Goodreads rating from 29K reviews proves it’s a fan fave. But haters call Elena weak, the pacing uneven, or the vibe too controlling, with some X users slamming it as “misogyny sugared as romance”. It’s a gritty, steamy kickoff to the Made series (The Maddest Obsession next) that’ll hook you if you love morally gray heroes and high-stakes love.

Who Should Read It? This is for mafia romance fans who crave forbidden romance and enemies-to-lovers tropes, readers hooked on A Touch of Darkness or The Kiss Thief vibes, or BookTok buffs chasing dark, spicy stories. If you’re into The Graham Effect for heat or My Fault for drama and cool with triggers like violence, morally gray characters, or explicit content (18+, check warnings!), grab this—perfect for ages 17+ for a steamy, intense binge. It’s a series starter, read it first. If you hate weak heroines or trope-heavy plots, check reviews first.

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