Twisted Loyalties

**Twisted Loyalties** is the first novel of the Camorra Chronicles and the spin-off series by Cora Reilly, released on October 1, 2018. *The Camorra Chronicles* is from a new perspective of the American West Coast branch of the Italian Mafia. Many known characters and new ones appear in the story. While the book is proceeded by the Born in Blood Mafia Chronicles, the events in Twisted Loyalties pick up after Bound by Love. For more information check out the overall timeline and publishing order. The book is followed by *Twisted Emotions*.

## Synopsis

Fabiano was raised to follow in his father’s footsteps as Consigliere of the Chicago Outfit – until the man abandons him. Left to fend for himself, Fabiano is forced to fight for a place in the mafia world. As a ruthless street fighter, he quickly earns his place as the new Enforcer of the Las Vegas Camorra – a man to fear.

Leona wants to build a decent life for herself, away from her drug-addicted mother. But soon she catches the attention of a dangerous man – Fabiano Scuderi. Staying out of trouble and living a normal life are near impossible with a man like him.

Leona knows she needs to avoid Fabiano, but men like him aren’t easy to shake off. They always get what they want.

Fabiano cares about only one thing: the Camorra.

But his attraction to Leona soon puts his unwavering loyalty to the test. Is Leona worth risking everything he’s fought for, and ultimately his life?

## Summary

The book starts with fourteen year old Fabiano being beaten by his father. He was to be the next Consigliere to the Outfit, but since his father already had another son with his new wife he set out to have him killed. He has Alfonso kill him, but he takes pity on him and gives him twenty dollars, and drops him beaten up in Kansas City, Bratva territory. There he meets Remo Falcone, who took him under his wing and marked him as part of the Camorra.

Five years later, Luca, Growl, and Matteo are discussing the business of trying to make an alliance with the Camorra, who under the rule of Remo Falcone, was ruthless as ever. To discuss business they were sending over their enforcer, who is revealed to be Fabiano Scuderi, younger brother to Aria. They did this knowing that they would not hurt him because of Aria. While Aria is excited to see her brother again after so long, she notices that something in him has changed and he no longer is the little boy she use to know. The real reason for Fabiano going to New York was to bring Aria back to Remo at his request, knowing she was Luca's weakness. Later that night Fabiano planned to meet up with Aria, not knowing Luca was around watching. While his attempt to capture her failed, Aria gives Fabiano a bracelet that belonged to his mother. Fabiano left New York and returns to Las Vegas.

At the age of 19, Leona moves to Las Vegas to live with her father while her mother is in rehab. Her goal is to save money for college. She is surprised when her dad picks her up at the bus station.

## Characters

* Fabiano Scuderi
* Leona Hall
* Luca Vitiello
* Growl Trevisan
* Matteo Vitiello
* Aria Scuderi
* Rocco Scuderi
* Alfonso
* Remo Falcone
* Greg Hall
* Matteo Vitiello
* Nino Falcone
* Cane
* Griffin
* Adamo Falcone
* Savio Falcone
* Don
* Mel
* Roger
* Cheryl
* Stefano Russo
* Soto
* Snake
* Eddie
* Dick
* Melissa Hall
* Boulder
* Marcos
* Rodriguez
* Pruitt

### Mentioned

* Dante Cavallaro
* Benedetto Falcone
* Liliana Cancio
* Romero Cancio
* Maria Scuderi
* Gianna Vitiello

## Official Playlist

During the writing process, Cora Reilly was inspired by various pieces of music. She compiled her music into a playlist, or released the song titles via her official social media sites. They are listed below.

* Andra Day – Rise Up
* Bon Jovi – Bed of Roses
* Sam Smith – Pray
* Tori Amos – Smells Like Teen Spirit
* Meat Loaf – I’d Do Anything for Love (But I Won’t Do That)
* Red Hot Chili Peppers – Otherside
* A Great Big World, Christina Aguilera – Say Something
* Jess Glynne – Take Me Home
* Kelly Clarkson – Piece by Piece (Idol Version)
* Leona Lewis – Bleeding Love
* Calum Scott, Leona Lewis – You Are The Reason (Duet Version)
* Leona Lewis – Run
* Lana Del Rey – Cruel World
* Taylor Swift – I Knew You Were Trouble
* Rihanna – Disturbia
* Ashlee Simpson – Pieces of Me
* Evanescence – Taking Over Me
* Katie Melua – Spider's Web (Single Version)
* Skunk Anansie – Hedonism (Just Because You Feel
* Gnash, Olivia O'Brien – I Hate You, I Love You
* Shawn Mendes – Mercy
* Sugababes – Too Lost In You
* Limp Bizkit – Behind Blue Eyes
* Mary J. Blige – Be Without You (Kendu Mix)
* Blue – Breathe Easy
* Calvin Harris, Disciples – How Deep Is Your Love

## Quotes

* "*Perhaps you'll survive. Perhaps you won't. I suppose it's up to fate now. But I won't kill a fourteen-year-old kid. Your father thinks you're dead, boy, so make sure you stay away from our territory."* -Alfonso to Fabiano.
* *"Sometimes we have to let go of our family if we want to amount to anything in life." —* Fabiano to Leona.
* *"Don't waste your time. She’s already taken.” “By whom?” “Me,” I growled." —* Fabiano to Stefano.
* *"“What do you want from me?” I whispered. “Everything.”" —* Leona asking Fabiano.

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1. ↑ Twisted Loyalties's Playlist on Cora Reilly's Spotify