The Jenika Snow Love Like a Loaded Gun-The Butcher (Love Like a Loaded Gun, 2) Paperback

Alexei Drakovich was born to be a weapon. The Russian Bratva king's spare son turned executioner, he's known in the underworld as The Butcher, and he earns that name in blood.To keep peace between rival empires, Alexei is forced into an arranged marriage with Lucia Rossi, the sheltered daughter of an Italian mafia dynasty. She's meant to be nothing more than a strategic tie between families.But peace doesn't last.When Bratva shipments are hit, the blame doesn't land where it should. A rogue bastard son of the Rossi bloodline is making his own move, building power behind the scenes and using his name like a weapon. He's reckless, hungry, and willing to burn everything to get what he wants.Lines are crossed. Blood is spilled. And when it's over, there won't be any doubt left on the lengths Alexei will go to protect what's his. Lucia.At The Butcher's side. As his queen.