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The Build Up by Tati Richardson
4.0

All I can say is "awww." We all need a love story like this in our lives. I never get tired of the "I will wait for you man," trope in romance books, especially when its from a black man. Cause okayy sir!! The development of the characters was chefs kiss. They won me over fast with the AA references. I was eating it up and cracking up at everyyy bit of banter.

For transparency's sake: All though we all love a good slow-burn romance, it was dragging at some points, not gonna lie. Like girl... you know this your husband so what's the problem? Still, this rom-com definitely came at the right time for me and wasn't completely centered on the romance aspect, so I enjoyed the journey and themes nonetheless. I would describe this as the perfect vacation read if you're looking for a good, quick read.

4.0 stars