: Killian is the son of an Irish mobster and has been ordered by his father to kidnap Fiona.
: Readers highlighted Fiona's "spunk" and sass, and Killian's transition from an unwilling accomplice to a protective hero.
: Centered on rival families, danger, and criminal power dynamics.
Book Report: Big Burly Irish Mob by Erin Havoc Big Burly Irish Mob is a short, steamy mafia romance released in July 2022 as part of the series . True to Erin Havoc's signature style, the book features an age-gap relationship, a "plus-sized" heroine, and a guaranteed happily ever after (HEA) with no cliffhangers or cheating. Core Plot Summary
: Explores the "kidnapper/captive" dynamic mixed with intense physical attraction.
: Fiona discovers she is actually an "Irish mob princess"—the daughter of a rival mafia leader who abandoned her years ago.
: Killian's father intends to use Fiona as leverage against her father. However, an intense and immediate attraction (instalove) develops between Fiona and her captor, forcing Killian to choose between his family duty and his protective instincts for Fiona. Key Themes and Tropes
: Features a "burly older man" and a "curvy heroine".