The Holy Trinity Series by M.E. Clayton

What does it mean when your enemies never see you coming?They called him The Holy Ghost for a reason.PhoenixAs the Benetti Crime Family’s number one hitman, Phoenix Fiore was unseen and undetectable to his prey. In six short years, he’d gone from a young man on the path to a new life to the most prolific killer in Benetti Family history... moreWhat does it mean when your enemies never see you coming?They called him The Holy Ghost for a reason.PhoenixAs the Benetti Crime Family’s number one hitman, Phoenix Fiore was unseen and undetectable to his prey. In six short years, he’d gone from a young man on the path to a new life to the most prolific killer in Benetti Family history. He hadn’t planned on climbing the deadly ladder at such a rapid pace, but what else did a man do when he no longer possessed a soul?In love with the same woman since he was seven-years-old, when Phoenix loses Francesca, he loses everything that has ever mattered in his life. With no choice but to move on, he spends every waking moment making the Benetti Family proud. As the most ruthless Mafia family in the western hemisphere, Phoenix Fiore is one of their most prized assets, and everyone knows it.FrancescaLife was nothing if not unpredictable, and Francesca Mancini learned that lesson the hard way. Still, even after the accident that claimed both her parents’ lives, she still had a lot to be thankful for. As only the young naively did, her life’s plan had been solid. She had planned on graduating from college and marrying the man of her dreams, but what’s that about best-laid plans?In love with the same man since she was seven-years-old, when Francesca catches Phoenix in a lie too big to ignore, she leaves him and everything that she’s ever known, and doesn’t look back. Determined to move on, she spends every waking moment carving out a new life for herself. Only it’s not that easy when Francesca Mancini is more than just a simple waitress, but nobody knows it yet.When your past, present, and future come full circle…Six years after being left behind, when a heartbreaking tragedy forces Phoenix to finally made a move, he does it while knowing that Francesca isn’t one to give in without a fight. However, it no longer matters what she wants, and Phoenix will stop at nothing to make sure she stays put.Six years after leaving her family behind, when a heartbreaking tragedy forces Francesca to return home, she does so while believing it’s only temporary. However, unbeknownst to her, other plans have been made and Francesca isn’t going anywhere.Face-to-face after six years, old hurts and new desires come crashing together in a fight to the finish. While they’re both ready for the battle of their lives, they never expected what happens next.NOTE: This book contains adult language, adult situations, explicit sexual encounters, violence, torture, and delicate subject matter. If sensitive to any of the aforementioned issues, please do not purchase. less

Ciro ManciniThey called him The Son for a reason. As the Benetti Family’s number one enforcer, and the right-hand to the Benetti Underboss, Ciro was the nightmare you feared. In six short years, he worked his way up the ranks of the Benetti Family, and he was as brilliant as he was ruthless. However, he wasn’t without his own nightmares. Losing his sister, the only family he had in the world, had been soul-crushing. But now she was back where she belonged... moreCiro ManciniThey called him The Son for a reason. As the Benetti Family’s number one enforcer, and the right-hand to the Benetti Underboss, Ciro was the nightmare you feared. In six short years, he worked his way up the ranks of the Benetti Family, and he was as brilliant as he was ruthless. However, he wasn’t without his own nightmares. Losing his sister, the only family he had in the world, had been soul-crushing. But now she was back where she belonged. The only problem? She didn’t come back alone.Roberta RegalLife was not supposed to turn out like this, but Roberta learned the hard way about best-laid plans. A waitress with an unassuming life, even if she did have horrible taste in men, she was never supposed to get caught up with the Benetti Family. But when it comes out that her best friend just happens to be the center of the Benetti Family’s Holy Trinity, that’s exactly what happens. Roberta gets pulled into a life she’s not equipped to handle.When betrayal and violence come after Roberta, she doesn’t know what she’s going to do. Trying to deal with the situation on her own sounds like the best idea, but she finds herself way in over her head, and realizes, these game players are playing for keeps.Faced with fight or flight, Roberta finds she had to put her pride and stubbornness aside, and let her best friend help her, even if it brings The Holy Trinity to her doorstep.Faced with the safety of his sister, Ciro sets aside his immense dislike for his sister’s new friend and does what’s necessary to bring Roberta’s enemies to their knees.NOTE: This book contains sensitive subject matter that may be offensive to some readers. Please do not purchase if you are sensitive to violence, torture, explicit sexual scenes, or delicate situations less

Luca BenettiThey called him The Father for a reason. As the youngest Underboss in Benetti Family history, Luca was already on his way to dethroning his father at the tender age of thirty. His entire life has been one long preparation to, one day, becoming the head of the Benetti Crime Family. Their rule over Morgan City was absolute and they were feared by everyone. With everything finally coming together, there was nothing stopping him from finally taking his rightful place... moreLuca BenettiThey called him The Father for a reason. As the youngest Underboss in Benetti Family history, Luca was already on his way to dethroning his father at the tender age of thirty. His entire life has been one long preparation to, one day, becoming the head of the Benetti Crime Family. Their rule over Morgan City was absolute and they were feared by everyone. With everything finally coming together, there was nothing stopping him from finally taking his rightful place. But, then, she happened.Remy ChristianLife was harder than she had been prepared for, and Remy could feel the exhaustion taking over. As a social worker, she had plans on rescuing children everywhere and making a difference. However, that idealistic goal had proved harder and harder every day. Then, one night, she sees something she was never meant to see, and her life takes a turn she would never have expected. And the only thing she can do? Run. Run, and hope she doesn’t get caught.When fate puts Remy in a place she never should have been, she fights to deal with the aftermath of confusion and fear that cripple her life. She’d heard the whispers and knew she never wanted anything to do with the Benetti Family, but chance ends up taking that option away from her.Faced with life or death, Remy knows one false move could mean her life. But with little choice, she faces the war head-on and can only pray she makes it out alive.Faced with life or prison, Luca knows there’s only one choice to make. He’s not about to let anyone derail his plans for what will be the biggest, and best Benetti reign ever.NOTE: This book contains sensitive subject matter that may be offensive to some readers. Please do not purchase if you are sensitive to violence, torture, explicit sexual scenes, or delicate situations. less

Nico RossiBeing a part of the Benetti Family was all he’s ever known since he was fourteen. Another thing he’s known since he was fourteen?Mia Gallo.Mia had been his first assignment when Nico was just a kid. She had found a special place in the heart of The Holy Trinity’s Son, and she was always to be watched and protected. However, when Mia was being looked after by her brother, Nico’s time had been spent training to be an enforcer for the Benetti Family... moreNico RossiBeing a part of the Benetti Family was all he’s ever known since he was fourteen. Another thing he’s known since he was fourteen?Mia Gallo.Mia had been his first assignment when Nico was just a kid. She had found a special place in the heart of The Holy Trinity’s Son, and she was always to be watched and protected. However, when Mia was being looked after by her brother, Nico’s time had been spent training to be an enforcer for the Benetti Family. And, twelve years after his first assignment, Nico was one of the best.He was also in love with Mia Gallo.Mia GalloHaving a brother who worked for the Benetti Family never bothered her. After all, The Son had saved her life. Saved both their lives.Now in college and working towards a life where she could be her own woman, Mia’s life feels perfect. The only thing missing was the perfect guy who would love her perfectly. However, Mia wasn’t naïve enough to believe that her brother working for the Benetti Family didn’t have an impact on the man who she’d bring home one day. She knew it couldn’t just be anyone.When dark circumstances put Mia in a dangerous predicament, Nico is forced to make himself known and secrets come out that Mia never imagined existed. With more questions and answers, she turns to her brother, but his answers just bring on more questions.Faced with deciding just how far she wants to commit her life to the Benetti Family, Mia realizes the choice really is out of her hands and in Nico’s.That is, until The Holy Trinity decide to get involved.NOTE: This book contains sensitive subject matter that may be offensive to some readers. Please do not purchase if you are sensitive to violence, torture, explicit sexual scenes, or delicate situations. less

Luca Saveria FioreShe’s thought of as The Vatican for a reason. As the only person capable of toppling an entire crime organization, ‘Ria’ Fiore is far more powerful than she realizes. Her father is The Holy Ghost, and her mother is The Church. With Fiore and Mancini blood rushing through her veins, Ria’s as strong, stubborn, and fearless as any of The Benetti Family male members.If not more.When a secret come to the surface, impacting her life in a way she never suspected, all bets are off... moreLuca Saveria FioreShe’s thought of as The Vatican for a reason. As the only person capable of toppling an entire crime organization, ‘Ria’ Fiore is far more powerful than she realizes. Her father is The Holy Ghost, and her mother is The Church. With Fiore and Mancini blood rushing through her veins, Ria’s as strong, stubborn, and fearless as any of The Benetti Family male members.If not more.When a secret come to the surface, impacting her life in a way she never suspected, all bets are off. Being raised by The Holy Trinity, Ria views the secret as an act of betrayal, and it cuts deeper than anyone could have ever guessed. When Ria finally unleashes her ruthless side, no one is safe, and no one knows how to stop her.Francisco Phoenix BenettiHe’s the first born, and the heir to The Benetti Crime Family. As one of the few people who understands the difference between being a Benetti and the Benetti, Francisco was born and bred to lead. His father is The Father, his uncles are The Son and The Holy Ghost. With brutality, intelligence, and strength running through his veins, Francisco is the only person fit to take over when the times comes.Except for one other person.When a secret finally comes to the surface, and all hell breaks loose, the damage is devastating. Being raised by The Holy Trinity, Francisco knows not to ever underestimate the enemy, and the lines are clearly drawn in the sand. When Francisco finally has to make a choice, he does it the same way he does everything else, with absolutely no remorse and no mercy.In a fight for their lives, there can only be one winner. But in a world where betrayal is the worst act imaginable, can love conquer the waves of disloyalty that have rocked the organization?Ria’s on her way to burn down everything in her path, and Francisco’s the only one who can stop her.Note: This book contains violence, adult language, and adult situations. This book is not intended for persons under the age of 18. less

What does it mean when you’ve been raised by The Holy Trinity?They viewed her as The Vatican for a reason.SaveriaAs the only person capable of toppling an entire crime organization, Saveria Fiore was far more powerful than anyone could have guessed. Born to The Holy Ghost and The Church of the Benetti Crime Family, Ria had both Fiore and Mancini blood racing through her veins... moreWhat does it mean when you’ve been raised by The Holy Trinity?They viewed her as The Vatican for a reason.SaveriaAs the only person capable of toppling an entire crime organization, Saveria Fiore was far more powerful than anyone could have guessed. Born to The Holy Ghost and The Church of the Benetti Crime Family, Ria had both Fiore and Mancini blood racing through her veins. Coupled with the fact that she was Luca Benetti’s favorite protégé, Ria was as strong, stubborn, and fearless as any of the males in her family.If not more.When a secret finally comes to the surface, impacting her life in a way she never would have suspected, all bets are off. Being raised by The Holy Trinity, Ria views the secret as an act of betrayal, and it cuts deeper than anyone could have anticipated. With the rage of a thousand suns, when Ria finally unleashes her ruthless side, no one is safe, and no one knows how to stop her.FranciscoAs the firstborn and heir to the Benetti Crime family, Francisco Benetti knew the difference between being a Benetti and being the Benetti. Born and bred to The Father of Morgan City, Francisco knew what it meant to be the leader of hundreds of men. Coupled with the fact that his uncles were The Son and The Holy Ghost of Morgan City, Francisco was as intelligent, brutal, and relentless as any of them.Except for one other person.When a secret finally comes to the surface, and all hell breaks loose, the damage is devastating. Being raised by The Holy Trinity, Francisco knows not to ever underestimate the enemy, and the lines are clearly drawn in the sand. When Francisco finally has to make a choice, he does it the same way he does everything else, and that’s with absolutely no remorse and no mercy.When your past, present, and future are all at risk…Feeling like her entire life is unraveling around her, Ria can’t see past her confusion and anger long enough to rein in the fury she’s shooting everybody’s way. With only one person capable of getting her under control, Ria welcomes the fight with readied fists.Feeling like his entire life is at risk of falling apart, Francisco doesn’t care what he has to do in order to make things right again, even if it seems impossible. With only one person capable of owning his heart and soul, Francisco will stop at nothing to come out on top.Face-to-face with the most important decision of their lives, Saveria’s on her way to burn down everything in her path, and Francisco is the only person who can stop her. This book contains adult language, adult situations, and explicit sexual encounters. If sensitive to any of the aforementioned issues, please do not purchase. less