A review by talknerdybookblog
Black Velvet by Nichole Rose

lighthearted fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.25

No strong representation of diverse characters or minority identities.

Safety Rating: Safe with Exceptions

• No cheating 
• No OM drama 
• Brief OW drama
– Hero is celibate after meeting the Heroine
– An OW hits on the Hero while disrespecting the Heroine
• Does have the Hero pushing the Heroine away (because of their age gap)
• No separation


Possible Triggers: Yes

• Over 10-year age difference between MCs 
• Hero was in prison for running drugs in his old motorcycle gang
• Brief mention of past domestic violence 


Ending:
HEA with Epilogue