Mine By Natasha Knight, A. Zavarelli May 2026

Mine (Ties That Bind Book 1) eBook : Zavarelli, A., Knight, Natasha

Upon finding her, Lev discovers that Kat is not alone; she has been raising a young son who bears a striking resemblance to him. Core Themes & Tropes Mine by Natasha Knight, A. Zavarelli

, co-authored by bestselling authors Natasha Knight and A. Zavarelli , is a gritty, dark mafia romance that serves as the opening installment of the Ties That Bind duet. Released in February 2020, the novel is known for its intense emotional stakes, morally gray hero, and high-tension underworld setting. Plot Overview Mine (Ties That Bind Book 1) eBook : Zavarelli, A

The narrative shifts four years forward. Kat has been living in hiding, but Lev eventually tracks her down. Released in February 2020, the novel is known

After Kat accidentally witnesses a crime she shouldn't have seen, Lev—who is immediately captivated by her innocence despite his own darkness—tells her to flee for her own safety.

The book heavily features several popular dark romance tropes:

The story follows , a young woman with a traumatic past who inadvertently enters a dangerous world when she visits a nightclub owned by Levka (Lev) Antonov , a high-ranking member of the Russian Bratva.