Clover (grumpy/dangerous assassin), Estelle Armstead (sassy/headstrong). Genre: Dark Romance, Mafia Romance, Erotica.
The Italian Cartel Book 9 (often listed as Book 8 or 9 depending on the retailer/editions). Availability: Available via Kindle Unlimited . Reader Feedback & Highlights Clover by Shandi Boyes
Clover plans to kill Estelle but decides to keep her alive for entertainment instead, later protecting her from a $300,000 bounty and her own treacherous boyfriend. Clover (grumpy/dangerous assassin)
Readers describe the pairing as a "dark and delicious" read with sizzling chemistry. Estelle Armstead (sassy/headstrong). Genre: Dark Romance
Clover is a "bossy" and intense alpha male who is both frightening and exciting, while Estelle is engaging and plucky.
While it can be read as a standalone, it is highly recommended to read earlier books to understand the connections.