The Italian Rose I & II ~ C. R. Mitchell

Gripping & Suspenseful Mafia Series
Finalist



Are you craving a page-turning Italian Mafia story packed with deceit, brewing family tension, murder, & Revenge?
In the haunting aftermath of a turbulent past, Rosario Beretta stands as a man of honor, plagued by the ghosts of his actions and driven by a quest for redemption. Once a defender of his country, he is haunted by the eyes of his enemies, their memories casting shadows over his soul. Yet, one death brought him no guilt—the death of a man whose malevolence knew no bounds.
When fate freed his beloved Sofia from an arranged marriage into the powerful Salvatore family, Rosario found forgiveness and peace in her love. Until one afternoon, an unannounced visitor shatters his illusion.
At a small table overlooking the rolling hills of Beretta Vineyards, the formidable Godfather, Don Salvatore, confronts Rosario. The Godfather urges Rosario to open the pages of the past and explain how fate delivered him an enchanting bride and the profitable land that came with her hand. In exchange, Don Salvatore unveils a haunting version, accusing Rosario of murdering Sofia’s former betrothed. Don Salvatore ends his visit with a malevolent ultimatum that plunges Rosario’s idyllic life into a disturbing nightmare. With his world on the brink of collapse, Rosario must navigate a treacherous path to protect everything he cherishes while concealing the darkness of his past.
In a gripping tale of love, power, and revenge, Rosario’s struggle unfurls against a backdrop of mystery and suspense, where secrets emerge, and the truth does not set you free.
Angelina believes witnessing the attack on her family was the worst day of her life.
She was mistaken.
In this heart-pounding tale of betrayal and power, Angelina Berretta’s world is spiraling out of control. The daughter of a renowned vintner, she is plunged into a treacherous game against the formidable Don Salvatore, a ruthless mobster intent on claiming her family’s legacy.
At the celebration in Berretta Vineyard, Don Salvatore’s chubby hand lingers at the small of Angelina’s back. While he revels in his impending triumph and her future role, he whispers his sinister plan to seize the prosperous vineyard. His unfathomable power crushes her lungs, and the words dripping from his tongue form another heavy link in the chain, compressing her soul.
Torn between the mysterious stranger offering protection and the omnipresent threat of being Don Salvatore’s whore, Angelina must choose her destiny; stay and become another casualty in the Godfather’s ruthless world of organized crime, or run beyond his grasp -if that is even possible. All Angelina knows for certain is that her path is laden with peril and deceit, and the line between friend and foe blurs as she unravels her family’s secrets.
Loyalties will be tested...
Lives will be lost…
Angelina will face the darkest day of her existence.
​Betrayal, mystery, and courage collide in these breathtaking edge-of-your-seat thrillers. You will yearn for the villains to die a horrible death, question who is trustworthy, and what price is too high for freedom.
​The Beretta Family and C. R. Mitchell serve up more than the best wine in Italy. The Italian Rose Mafia Series will teleport you to Brusnengo, Italy, a cozy town perfect for a massacre.
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First, tour the lush green vines with Rosario Beretta, followed by an enticing wine sampling with his daughter and protege, Angelina. Next, step into Sofia Berretta's kitchen and breathe in the mouthwatering smells of sugo simmering, meatballs frying, bread baking, and fresh basil wafting in the air. Snuggle into a comfy reading nook while the charming Angelina pours you a glass of wine.
"Red or White?" she asks with an alluring smile.
Be prepared for an exciting roller-coaster ride of twists, betrayal, and characters you pray die a painful death and ones you beg to survive.
The Way I See It ~ Jean Beyer
A Lighthearted & Funny Read
At 90, Jean has collected plenty of unique stories to fill three books.

Jean, a natural storyteller, shares his humorous perspective with stories about his nemesis in the U.S. Army, ‘Colonel K,’ encounters with President Truman, drunk customers, an auto accident in the oddest of places, struggles with changing a light bulb (and other home-maintenance tasks), thoughts and lessons on life, the perfect anniversary gift, and more.



Some of Jean’s personal experiences stem from his various careers, such as; a cab driver - "for a day", salesman, window decorator, manager of the Golden Ox in Kansas City, Senior Army ROTC Officer, U.S. Army Ranger, and many others.
Jean’s eclectic resume is matched only by the number of places he has lived. As a child, Jean’s feet were never allowed to take root in a town for long. He has lived in forty-one houses in five countries and spent extended time in eight other nations.