Not all cages are built with iron. Some are built with guilt, hate and forbidden love. Once the heiress of a powerful dynasty, Lyra Maddox’s life shattered the night her parents died—and her treacherous aunt stole everything. Sold to a brutal mafia enforcer to pay a debt she never owed, Lyra had given up on freedom... until fate intervened.Alessandro Valenti, the ruthless don of the Valenti Syndicate, rescues her—but not out of mercy. To him, Lyra is a tool to wield in his war against his enemies. Worse, he blames her family for the death of his beloved brother.Forced into the underworld, Lyra must navigate her way through this world of cruelty, uncover twisted betrayals, seek revenge and survive the man who holds her life in his hands. But when love comes to play in a world where love shouldn’t exist, they can either find redemption in each other or let the unraveled secrets destroy them. The don and his captive is a story perfect for fans of dark mafia romance, forbidden love, revenge and gut wrenching betrayals. Perfect for fans of dark mafia romances, forbidden love, and gut-wrenching betrayals.