Jude — Sarah Peis

Ariel and Jude went up the hill to fetch a pail of bullets. Jude fell down and lost his gun, and Ariel stole his crown. Ariel is having a bad week. Not only is she running from one of the biggest crime empires Chicago has ever seen, she's also fighting for custody of her six-year old brother. Her new neighbor should be the last thing on her mind, no matter how much she's drawn to him. Because if she wants her life back, she needs to find a way to get the Olysses family off her trail. But if they think she's an easy target, but they're in for a surprise. Because Ariel isn't what she seems. When his family sends Jude Olysses to do a job, they know he's going to get it done using whatever means necessary. He instils fear in even the most seasoned warriors. His skills are unmatched, his family the only thing he cares about. Until he meets his new neighbor, Ariel.Too bad he was sent to kill her. This is the third book in the Tainted Kings series. Each book can be read as a standalone, but there are story elements that weave through each book, so they are best enjoyed read in order. Note from the author: My characters like to get it on and sometimes swear. Every book has a HEA and there's no cheating.