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Any Means Necessary: A Novel

by Stephen Dexter Lila Herron

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Seeking a fresh start after a harrowing experience at work, Lexie West, a vivacious and body-confident ER nurse, heads to New York City to house-sit. Her quiet getaway is abruptly derailed when she encounters Callum Russo, a dangerous, tattooed "fixer" who solves problems for the city’s elite by any means necessary. Finding a stranger in his kitchen is a shock to Callum’s system, but he agrees to let her stay—provided she keeps her distance from his illicit affairs. This steamy, high-stakes romance thrives on the tension between two opposites. As the lines between their worlds blur, Lexie finds herself using her medical expertise to save Callum and his men during a crisis. What begins as a wary arrangement quickly shifts into an intense, obsessed connection. Featuring a beloved "grumpy/sunshine" dynamic and a strong, plus-size heroine who refuses to back down, this story balances dark, gripping suspense with fiery, high-heat chemistry. As Lexie is pulled deeper into the shadows of Callum’s life, she must decide if their burgeoning love can withstand the danger that follows him. Perfect for readers who love a protective, alpha hero and a heroine with plenty of sass.

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s 4.3 out of 5 stars 4.3 out of 5 7,329 global ratings 5 star 4 star 3 star 2 star 1 star 5 star 53%30%15%2%0%53% 5 star 4 star 3 star 2 star 1 star 4 star 53%30%15%2%0%30% 5 star 4 star 3 star 2 star 1 star 3 star 53%30%15%2%0%15% 5 star 4 star 3 star 2 star 1 star 2 star 53%30%15%2%0%2% 5 star 4 star 3 star 2 star 1 star 1 star 53%30%15%2%0%0% How customer reviews and ratings work) Customer Reviews, including Product Star Ratings help customers to learn more about the product and decide whether it is the right product for them. To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we don’t use a simple average. Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. It also analyzed reviews to verify trustworthiness. Learn more how customers reviews work on Amazon * Accessibility support for this content is in progress. We are working to provide an accessible version shortly.!Image 68: Accessibility support for this content is in progress. We are working to provide an accessible version shortly. !Image 69!Image 70!Image 71 Sponsored Customers say Customers find this book engaging and well-written, with a story that keeps them interested from start to finish. The romance receives positive feedback, with one customer highlighting the exciting twists in the mob-style plot. They appreciate the strong female characters, the spicy scenes, and the plus-size representation throughout the book. AI Generated from the text of customer reviews!Image 72: A 60x62 small image, likely a logo, icon or avatar Generated from the text of customer reviews Select to learn more !Image 73: A 18x20 small image, likely a logo, icon or avatar Content(111) !Image 74: A 18x20 small image, likely a logo, icon or avatar Story(52) !Image 75: A 18x20 small image, likely a logo, icon or avatar Romance(27) !Image 76: A 18x20 small image, likely a logo, icon or avatar Character development(24) !Image 77: A 18x20 small image, likely a logo, icon or avatar Spiciness(22) !Image 78: A 18x20 small image, likely a logo, icon or avatar Engaging(17) !Image 79: A 18x20 small image, likely a logo, icon or avatar Plus size representation(14) !Image 80: A 18x20 small image, likely a logo, icon or avatar Writing style(14) 111 customers mention content, 103 positive, 8 negative 111 customers mention "Content"103 positive 8 negative !Image 81: A large black X symbol is centered on a black background Customers enjoy the content of the book, describing it as an amazing and cute read, with particular appreciation for the characters Callum and Lexie. "Great read! Love a sassy h and an alpha male. Shocked it’s a debut novel. Looking forward to more by this author." "This is a great book with a plus size women and love story would read this one again. To see the very positive Lexie has is inspiring." "What a good book. I love the FMC, Lexie! She is a curvy size 18 nurse that loves pink. Oh she is so sassy too...." "Loved this book definitely read it 😁 so worth it perfect story line. The perfect amount of smut and realness." 52 customers mention story, 46 positive, 6 negative 52 customers mention "Story"46 positive 6 negative !Image 82: A large black X symbol is centered on a black background Customers enjoy the storyline of the book, finding it engaging and cute, with one customer noting its mob-style plot with exciting twists. "Such a good love story and plot, I do wish the ending would have been different of some of the plot would have been switched but overall I truly..." "Great plot, great characters, some dark romance, and sexy spice. I likely found this via TikTok, and damn, I am glad I found it. So, so good!..." "This story had a good ending, but the MMC is so problematic for me for 2/3 of the story...." "...A lot of women can relate including myself. Great love story! Written well, did not drag and kept me entertained." 27 customers mention romance, 27 positive, 0 negative 27 customers mention "Romance"27 positive 0 negative !Image 83: A large black X symbol is centered on a black background Customers enjoy the romance in the book, describing it as a good mafia romance and dark romance, with one customer particularly appreciating Callum's character development. "...I highly recommend this book it you like mafia, dark romance and spice!!!" "Loved this book from beginning to end. The romance, the storyline, the "meet cute" moment. It's brilliant...." "Such a good love story and plot, I do wish the ending would have been different of some of the plot would have been switched but overall I truly..." "This was my first book by this author, and while I love a good mafia romance, especially if there’s a plus size heroine, this book just felt..." 24 customers mention character development, 24 positive, 0 negative 24 customers mention "Character development"24 positive 0 negative !Image 84: A large black X

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