The third book in Born in Blood Mafia Chronicles by Cora Reilly is “Bound by Hatred.” The focus of the action is made in the person of Gianna who has taken an oath to never like her sister go for an arranged marriage. It is a military/antagonist-to-lover romance. When first time introduced to Gianna, “The Blade” a.k.a Matteo Vitiello immediately falls for her. That forces her to be taken home and have a forced marriage with Matteo. Shame and resentment is depicted on her side so she attempts to make husband’s life miserable, however, their clash results in animosity filled evenings.