Carlotta isn’t about to sit and wait for Prince Charming to come to her. She’s far too impatient for that. But the man she has her sights set on may be more cunning and dangerous than she anticipated.

In this Five Families short story, bestselling author Jill Ramsower gives readers a thrilling peek at the origins of the Genovese family and the woman who started it all. Because behind every great man, is an even greater woman.

**First Confession is a 5,000 word short story.