The book is frequently described as a mafia-style retelling of Pretty Woman , complete with high-end shopping and "rescue" tropes.

What begins as a transactional arrangement quickly evolves into an intense, possessive romance. As Henri experiences a level of care and protection he’s never known, he finds himself falling for the dangerous crime boss. Meanwhile, Remington must navigate the treacherous waters of taking over the family business while grappling with his growing, unfamiliar feelings for Henri.

The story kicks off when Henri, a sweet and struggling sex worker, approaches a luxury car after witnessing a rival mobster’s murder. Inside the car is Remington, who is instantly captivated by Henri’s innocence and vulnerability. Instead of silencing a witness, Remy offers Henri an astronomical sum of money to stay with him for two weeks.

by Silvia Violet is a spicy M/M mafia romance and the first book in The Theriot Family series . Set in the atmospheric streets of New Orleans, the story follows the eldest Theriot son, Remington ("Remy"), as he prepares to take over the family's criminal empire from his father. Plot Summary

Remington can be overarchingly generalized as a less romantic version of Pretty Woman, right down to the pickup in the fancy car ( Love Bytes Reviews Remington (The Theriot Family Book 1) by Silvia Violet

Despite the dangerous lifestyle and the moral ambiguity of the Theriot family, the story concludes with a satisfying happily ever after . Remington (The Theriot Family Book 1) by Silvia Violet