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Love in Reverse by Chassilyn Hamilton
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
Oaklynn is having a hard time, and things aren't going her way. She walks into an interview, hoping it's the job she needs to get back on her feet and finds out the boss is none other than her ex, Jabari. Jabari isn't surprised to see her, in fact he was hoping he would. And the more they spend time, the more he knows he has to keep Oaklynn around--by any means necessary.
Jabari and his Lynnie were so super cute! I identified with Oaklynn's struggles, and I felt for her. Thinking you have your life mapped out only to have the rug pulled from underneath you again and again is tough, and she was tough for the way she handled it. I loved her. Jabari was a self-aware man, and you know how I love those. He knew what happened, why he changed, and sought to be different. He corrected his course, mostly without being told, and I appreciated that. Plus, he took care of Oaklynn. Quietly, but in the important ways. The last thing he wanted was her out there flailing and he made that known. I loved that about him. The two of them were very passionate and I loved that too. The blackmail came across as slightly far-fetched but you knew why he was doing it and that gave it humor.
Great story. I enjoyed it. And the bonus chapters.
Jabari and his Lynnie were so super cute! I identified with Oaklynn's struggles, and I felt for her. Thinking you have your life mapped out only to have the rug pulled from underneath you again and again is tough, and she was tough for the way she handled it. I loved her. Jabari was a self-aware man, and you know how I love those. He knew what happened, why he changed, and sought to be different. He corrected his course, mostly without being told, and I appreciated that. Plus, he took care of Oaklynn. Quietly, but in the important ways. The last thing he wanted was her out there flailing and he made that known. I loved that about him. The two of them were very passionate and I loved that too. The blackmail came across as slightly far-fetched but you knew why he was doing it and that gave it humor.
Great story. I enjoyed it. And the bonus chapters.
Losin' Control by Ladii Nesha
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
reflective
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
Marley and C-zar meet at a community event, and immediately clash. Czar is trying to maintain his calm and work on his career and Marley is simply existing, floating through after a tragedy rocked her entire foundation. She tries to resist him, but what Julius wants, he gets. And he set his sights on her.
I have to start with the fact that my mind refused to read his name as "Caesar" no matter how many times I reminded myself. I don't think that spelling was a good choice, but never mind that. Onto the book!
This is my first Ladii Nesha book and it for sure won't be my last one. Marley and Julius pulled me right into their world. I loved the way they bantered with each other, the way they listened to each other, and the way they took care of each other. Each of them had something unique to bring to the other's world and they were open to it. Julius was able to show Marley how to live again, and Marley was able to show him how to love a little more gently, drown out the noise, and not treat people so carelessly. Their passion was on point, and I felt their chemistry long before they touched, which speaks highly of the author's pen. Benny's reappearance gave the love triangle vibes, which I don't normally care for, but Marley distracted me from that with her actions--why would she take it as far as taking him back??? I was confused. And her "grand gesture" to win Julius over didn't really make sense, nor did his fire alarm stunt to get her attention. I feel like they could have found their way back to each other a little better than that.
Harper, Romeo, Nova, and Sammy gave great comedic relief and showed up when they needed to. Harper's side storyline wasn't too distracting; it gave the book a little extra and I wasn't mad at it. The family dynamics at play were great, even when the subject matter was heavy. I will say Marley's mother took a little too long to get the boot for me. I wish they had set a boundary with her sooner. And Ada's storyline while heavy, wasn't too much, albeit it was a little predictable because I knew the way she was handling things would backfire. I just wish her husband had been the person who stood in the gap for her--I thought Julius had done enough.
I liked having the book written in third person so you could see everyone's side without having to switch POVs chapter by chapter. Because everyone saying "I" and "me" can get distracting after a while (although the author could have been a little cleaner about making it known when she was moving on to another person). Also, there were some language choices that made me cringe (lots of fat shaming, some taunts and teasing that bordered on homophobic/ transphobic, and an STI conversation I wasn't fond of) and I wish we would do better because we can still be funny and entertaining without it. The beginning was a tad bit slow and the ending dragged slightly, but I kinda expected that in a book this long. Maybe trimming by 75-100 pages wouldn't have been so bad. But the majority of the book had me locked in, and I ate it up.
Overall, it was pretty good and I enjoyed it for the most part.
I have to start with the fact that my mind refused to read his name as "Caesar" no matter how many times I reminded myself. I don't think that spelling was a good choice, but never mind that. Onto the book!
This is my first Ladii Nesha book and it for sure won't be my last one. Marley and Julius pulled me right into their world. I loved the way they bantered with each other, the way they listened to each other, and the way they took care of each other. Each of them had something unique to bring to the other's world and they were open to it. Julius was able to show Marley how to live again, and Marley was able to show him how to love a little more gently, drown out the noise, and not treat people so carelessly. Their passion was on point, and I felt their chemistry long before they touched, which speaks highly of the author's pen. Benny's reappearance gave the love triangle vibes, which I don't normally care for, but Marley distracted me from that with her actions--why would she take it as far as taking him back??? I was confused. And her "grand gesture" to win Julius over didn't really make sense, nor did his fire alarm stunt to get her attention. I feel like they could have found their way back to each other a little better than that.
Harper, Romeo, Nova, and Sammy gave great comedic relief and showed up when they needed to. Harper's side storyline wasn't too distracting; it gave the book a little extra and I wasn't mad at it. The family dynamics at play were great, even when the subject matter was heavy. I will say Marley's mother took a little too long to get the boot for me. I wish they had set a boundary with her sooner. And Ada's storyline while heavy, wasn't too much, albeit it was a little predictable because I knew the way she was handling things would backfire. I just wish her husband had been the person who stood in the gap for her--I thought Julius had done enough.
I liked having the book written in third person so you could see everyone's side without having to switch POVs chapter by chapter. Because everyone saying "I" and "me" can get distracting after a while (although the author could have been a little cleaner about making it known when she was moving on to another person). Also, there were some language choices that made me cringe (lots of fat shaming, some taunts and teasing that bordered on homophobic/ transphobic, and an STI conversation I wasn't fond of) and I wish we would do better because we can still be funny and entertaining without it. The beginning was a tad bit slow and the ending dragged slightly, but I kinda expected that in a book this long. Maybe trimming by 75-100 pages wouldn't have been so bad. But the majority of the book had me locked in, and I ate it up.
Overall, it was pretty good and I enjoyed it for the most part.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Infidelity and Violence
Minor: Gun violence and Sexual violence
Love and Sportsball by Meka James
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.25
Khadijah gets dragged out by her sister for a night of fun and thanks to some sneaky setting up, leaves with a beautiful woman named Shae. After their great night, followed by an awkward morning, Dijah wants to put it out of her mind and focus on her new job as an athletic trainer for a WNBA team. Except Shae, her one night stand, is a star player on the team.
This book had me stressed a little, okay? The planner meets the Ms. Go-With-The-Flow is a great set-up for a love story and I enjoyed it. Dijah and Shae were equal parts sweet and nerve-wracking. Dijah had all the hallmarks of an overthinker and a worrier and as both those things, I identified with her. I also liked the show of her emotional struggles with wanting to map out the best future for yourself and trying to balance it with how she felt so deeply, but was scared to let it come across. She meant well, and though she had her hardheaded moments, when it was time to listen and learn, she did. And she apologized and ultimately stood up for what she needed to feel comfortable. I wish she hadn't been so rigid--and honestly after her second fuck up I was screaming at my Kindle at her, but I'm glad she learned a bit about intent vs. impact.
I also loved that Shae could meet her where she was. She was the perfect person for Dijah because where others would wonder why she kept putting herself out there, she saw Dijah and knew why. She knew there was more than what was being said. She dug deeper and I loved how fearless she was. I also loved that Shae was an optimist. She never gave up on trying to find what she was looking for. And she was willing to express herself, with no apologies. When Shae was happy, you knew it. And when she was pissed, you knew that too. She didn't hold back, and I loved her character.
The sports aspect was great, and not overdone. And the families were funny and a great supporting cast. I thought Jah took the immature little sister act a bit TOO far (especially leaving her at a lounge to find her own way home), but it balanced out a bit. Plus, Dijah and Shae had great chemistry and their passion was really, really good. The sexy scenes gave you insight into how Dijah was when she loosened up, and also how Shae was when someone took care of her and not the other way around. I like when physical intimacy can tell you something about the character.
I would have enjoyed a bit more about them, actually. It ended way too soon for me, considering there was so much back and forth. I enjoyed it though.
This book had me stressed a little, okay? The planner meets the Ms. Go-With-The-Flow is a great set-up for a love story and I enjoyed it. Dijah and Shae were equal parts sweet and nerve-wracking. Dijah had all the hallmarks of an overthinker and a worrier and as both those things, I identified with her. I also liked the show of her emotional struggles with wanting to map out the best future for yourself and trying to balance it with how she felt so deeply, but was scared to let it come across. She meant well, and though she had her hardheaded moments, when it was time to listen and learn, she did. And she apologized and ultimately stood up for what she needed to feel comfortable. I wish she hadn't been so rigid--and honestly after her second fuck up I was screaming at my Kindle at her, but I'm glad she learned a bit about intent vs. impact.
I also loved that Shae could meet her where she was. She was the perfect person for Dijah because where others would wonder why she kept putting herself out there, she saw Dijah and knew why. She knew there was more than what was being said. She dug deeper and I loved how fearless she was. I also loved that Shae was an optimist. She never gave up on trying to find what she was looking for. And she was willing to express herself, with no apologies. When Shae was happy, you knew it. And when she was pissed, you knew that too. She didn't hold back, and I loved her character.
The sports aspect was great, and not overdone. And the families were funny and a great supporting cast. I thought Jah took the immature little sister act a bit TOO far (especially leaving her at a lounge to find her own way home), but it balanced out a bit. Plus, Dijah and Shae had great chemistry and their passion was really, really good. The sexy scenes gave you insight into how Dijah was when she loosened up, and also how Shae was when someone took care of her and not the other way around. I like when physical intimacy can tell you something about the character.
I would have enjoyed a bit more about them, actually. It ended way too soon for me, considering there was so much back and forth. I enjoyed it though.
Hexed Wolf: Bennett Pack by K.C. Mills
challenging
emotional
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
Toyin and Xander are mates and they both know it. But an ancient prophecy is keeping them from mixing their kinds together because Xander is a wolf, and Toyin is a witch. So Xander hits the road to journey on his own, but is summoned home for an urgent reason. And Toyin is still there.
This was one had a bit more drama and was emotionally charged throughout. Coming home to meet your child and the woman you abandoned is heavy. I understood why he left and why he felt like he couldn't trust Toyin anymore. That was sad. Because she didn't mean any harm, and things went horribly left. But I like the way they worked their way back, and how when Xander finally admitted what was holding him back, his family banded together to find a solution for him and Toyin. The two of them had great chemistry; you could feel their longing and the angst was really good. I love the way they loved on their son, and protected him together. And when the truth came out about the prophecy and Toyin's past, he didn't run.
I will say that the lore got too be a little too much for me to track in such a short story, but I still enjoyed this thoroughly. And the third brother's mate being the woman they ran off gave much drama. Lol. I wonder if that one will ever come to fruition. Either way, I loved these.
This was one had a bit more drama and was emotionally charged throughout. Coming home to meet your child and the woman you abandoned is heavy. I understood why he left and why he felt like he couldn't trust Toyin anymore. That was sad. Because she didn't mean any harm, and things went horribly left. But I like the way they worked their way back, and how when Xander finally admitted what was holding him back, his family banded together to find a solution for him and Toyin. The two of them had great chemistry; you could feel their longing and the angst was really good. I love the way they loved on their son, and protected him together. And when the truth came out about the prophecy and Toyin's past, he didn't run.
I will say that the lore got too be a little too much for me to track in such a short story, but I still enjoyed this thoroughly. And the third brother's mate being the woman they ran off gave much drama. Lol. I wonder if that one will ever come to fruition. Either way, I loved these.
Lone Wolf: Bennett Pack by K.C. Mills
challenging
dark
emotional
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Joelle is an alpha female, a lone wolf who is roaming alone because she doesn't want to be forced to marry the alpha of her former pack. But he's hot on her trail. Laz saves her, and knows who she is immediately. But he doesn't want to assume alpha duties and she wants to be alone. Will these stubborn mates get it together?
So KC Mills should write more paranormal because this pulled me right in. The fated mates who fight it are funny. You want to yell at them to fold, but you understand why they don't want to. I liked Laz and Joelle a lot. Laz was protective of his "little wolf" but Jo would not be left behind and wanted her turn to protect him too. I loved their dynamic, their push/pull gave for good plot but it didn't leave you hanging because they are fated. The pack business and the brother's relationship was a good touch. I love how Joelle leaned into not having to be alone anymore. And she took her place with the strength that only she could. I enjoyed this very much.
So KC Mills should write more paranormal because this pulled me right in. The fated mates who fight it are funny. You want to yell at them to fold, but you understand why they don't want to. I liked Laz and Joelle a lot. Laz was protective of his "little wolf" but Jo would not be left behind and wanted her turn to protect him too. I loved their dynamic, their push/pull gave for good plot but it didn't leave you hanging because they are fated. The pack business and the brother's relationship was a good touch. I love how Joelle leaned into not having to be alone anymore. And she took her place with the strength that only she could. I enjoyed this very much.
Tempted by Ayla Cox
adventurous
fast-paced
4.0
Denise and Hugh are coworkers and at a work event, things take a really sexy turn.
This short is the start of a series, with two others following this same couple. This was a very hot, good time. Denise and Hugh had passion for days and you could feel their chemistry. I like how they responded to each other, how connected they seemed to be. It was the best kind of heat, written descriptively and also very emotionally.
It is a cheating trope, which I don't like, so I don't think I'll continue, but this was good.
This short is the start of a series, with two others following this same couple. This was a very hot, good time. Denise and Hugh had passion for days and you could feel their chemistry. I like how they responded to each other, how connected they seemed to be. It was the best kind of heat, written descriptively and also very emotionally.
It is a cheating trope, which I don't like, so I don't think I'll continue, but this was good.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Infidelity
August by M. Monique
challenging
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
August Wells is a man with something to prove. He's on a journey to heal himself, to lift his guilt, to father his son. He doesn't want or need distractions. But then his pastor sends him to connect with Mary, an older woman on her own journey and he meets Mary's granddaughter, Anastasia. Asia is also on a journey, and the way seems blocked. But August makes her look up and pay attention, and she does the same for him.
Wow. This book was more emotionally charged than any of the Summer's books and it was well worth the wait. I love how August acknowledge every stage of his growth, how he made sure everyone around him knew he saw them, and heard them. August became a listener, which was the most important thing for him. He learned how to pay attention to who was in his corner. I love how the author played this out. How she weaved these lives together and showed August conquering everything that held him back before. It was very well-written and you could see his maturity in the pages. I loved the way he loved on Faith, the way he made amends with her through their son, and through his friendship, and his brotherhood with Jericho. How he encouraged her and made sure she knew she could call on him. I also love the way he and Kingston's bond grew deeper and they made the hard decisions together about their father. And even got some extra family out of it.
His slow and easy walk into love was a wonderful way to show his growth. The way he kept his eyes wide open with Asia, and did everything with intention. August didn't fall in love. He walked, fully aware, and fully on board. I knew the moment he lifted her in his arms and carried her out of that hospital that it was a wrap for Asia. Lol. He scooped her up, literally and figuratively and there was nowhere for her to go. But next to him. He made his presence known and felt and didn't let Asia run away from him, or her life. It was the best kind of protection and faith in her ability. Plus he reads!
Asia was the sweetest character. Trying to hold onto the one piece of love you have and can feel is a courageous mission and she did it, every day. I love her sense of humor and her spirit. Her too big glasses and her artistry. I loved the way she loved her Gran, and how she and Mary brought something back to August while helping him reconcile what was lost. It took her a while to lean into trust and having someone catch her when she fell, but when she learned, it was magic. She was written well. And she and August had real passion, palpable and tactile. You could tell how important touch became to her when she'd first had an aversion to it.
Faith and Jericho provided a great side story. Faith's past had some solid emotional weight and I loved how Jericho was her man, even back then and always. His family didn't understand why he waited, but he did, and he never let anyone undermine that. Faith's bravery was the key, and I love the way she and August gave each other the push.
I love the Summers series. Grey's intention, Blu's focus, Kingston's intensity, and August's protection is a top tier combination.
Wow. This book was more emotionally charged than any of the Summer's books and it was well worth the wait. I love how August acknowledge every stage of his growth, how he made sure everyone around him knew he saw them, and heard them. August became a listener, which was the most important thing for him. He learned how to pay attention to who was in his corner. I love how the author played this out. How she weaved these lives together and showed August conquering everything that held him back before. It was very well-written and you could see his maturity in the pages. I loved the way he loved on Faith, the way he made amends with her through their son, and through his friendship, and his brotherhood with Jericho. How he encouraged her and made sure she knew she could call on him. I also love the way he and Kingston's bond grew deeper and they made the hard decisions together about their father. And even got some extra family out of it.
His slow and easy walk into love was a wonderful way to show his growth. The way he kept his eyes wide open with Asia, and did everything with intention. August didn't fall in love. He walked, fully aware, and fully on board. I knew the moment he lifted her in his arms and carried her out of that hospital that it was a wrap for Asia. Lol. He scooped her up, literally and figuratively and there was nowhere for her to go. But next to him. He made his presence known and felt and didn't let Asia run away from him, or her life. It was the best kind of protection and faith in her ability. Plus he reads!
Asia was the sweetest character. Trying to hold onto the one piece of love you have and can feel is a courageous mission and she did it, every day. I love her sense of humor and her spirit. Her too big glasses and her artistry. I loved the way she loved her Gran, and how she and Mary brought something back to August while helping him reconcile what was lost. It took her a while to lean into trust and having someone catch her when she fell, but when she learned, it was magic. She was written well. And she and August had real passion, palpable and tactile. You could tell how important touch became to her when she'd first had an aversion to it.
Faith and Jericho provided a great side story. Faith's past had some solid emotional weight and I loved how Jericho was her man, even back then and always. His family didn't understand why he waited, but he did, and he never let anyone undermine that. Faith's bravery was the key, and I love the way she and August gave each other the push.
I love the Summers series. Grey's intention, Blu's focus, Kingston's intensity, and August's protection is a top tier combination.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Chronic illness, Emotional abuse, Grief, and Abandonment
Minor: Fire/Fire injury
A Widow's Scars by M. Monique
challenging
dark
emotional
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Saadiq has too much baggage and heartbreak at the hands of women to trust them. But he's drawn to Samara and he can't help that so he vows to take what he wants and move on. Samara knows she doesn't have the capacity to deal with a man who won't heal, but she can't stop wanting to hold onto Saadiq as tightly as she can. Will they merge or combust?
Okay, so I was wrapped right up in this. Saadiq was almost too much for me--y'all know even though I'm a thug I cry easily, but his past and his pain kept me from thinking he was too much. Samara had my heart from the beginning and I wanted to protect her. I love that she brought that out of so many people in the book, from her brother to Saadiq. She was a light on all of them, and they sought to keep her shining, even though her dad refused to. I also love that Saadiq was opposed to love and happily ever after, but he treated Samara like someone he cared for and needed in his life. He didn't treat her like she was disposable, the way some people are with their casual partners. He took his emotions as far as they would go.
When Samara had enough I saw it coming and I rooted for her. She stood up for her heart, and demanded the protection she'd always given others. It was good to see. And the way the couple climbed over their hurdles and Saadiq conquered his demons made you happy when they came out on the other side. It was shaky for a minute but I made it and I'm glad I did.
Okay, so I was wrapped right up in this. Saadiq was almost too much for me--y'all know even though I'm a thug I cry easily, but his past and his pain kept me from thinking he was too much. Samara had my heart from the beginning and I wanted to protect her. I love that she brought that out of so many people in the book, from her brother to Saadiq. She was a light on all of them, and they sought to keep her shining, even though her dad refused to. I also love that Saadiq was opposed to love and happily ever after, but he treated Samara like someone he cared for and needed in his life. He didn't treat her like she was disposable, the way some people are with their casual partners. He took his emotions as far as they would go.
When Samara had enough I saw it coming and I rooted for her. She stood up for her heart, and demanded the protection she'd always given others. It was good to see. And the way the couple climbed over their hurdles and Saadiq conquered his demons made you happy when they came out on the other side. It was shaky for a minute but I made it and I'm glad I did.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death, Drug abuse, and Abandonment
The Fine Print by T'Lyn
challenging
emotional
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.25
Soraya is a nurse, trying to save money to sponsor her family and get them out of a war-torn area. Mase is a man, trying to hold on to the one bright spot left in his world--his beloved grandmother. The two of them collide when Mase's grandmother tells him that to get the trust she has for him, she needs him to marry her nurse, Soraya. And a arrangement was born.
I loved Mase's grandmother and their relationship. I also love that Mase immediately went into husband mode and was a provider and protector. He stumbled emotionally, but that was expected given his past and how he and Soraya ended up together. I enjoyed how their relationship grew. Soraya was such a good character to me. She was loyal to the people in her life, and loyal to her feelings for them, including Mase. I did like the cultural elements added to the story, although I wasn't all the way sure about the religious aspects of those cultural elements, and I think the expectations for marriage Soraya's father had was also a cultural element that maybe could have been explained better. Also, it was an arranged marriage but that wasn't really a fleshed out plot point. There was really nothing compelling Mase. He'd resisted his grandmother for this long and he didn't want or need the money. plus, she could have changed the conditions of the trust at any time. So I wish that piece of the story arc had been more solid. But this was still a good read.
I loved Mase's grandmother and their relationship. I also love that Mase immediately went into husband mode and was a provider and protector. He stumbled emotionally, but that was expected given his past and how he and Soraya ended up together. I enjoyed how their relationship grew. Soraya was such a good character to me. She was loyal to the people in her life, and loyal to her feelings for them, including Mase. I did like the cultural elements added to the story, although I wasn't all the way sure about the religious aspects of those cultural elements, and I think the expectations for marriage Soraya's father had was also a cultural element that maybe could have been explained better. Also, it was an arranged marriage but that wasn't really a fleshed out plot point. There was really nothing compelling Mase. He'd resisted his grandmother for this long and he didn't want or need the money. plus, she could have changed the conditions of the trust at any time. So I wish that piece of the story arc had been more solid. But this was still a good read.
Terms & Conditions by T'Lyn
challenging
emotional
hopeful
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.25
Currency needs a wife. He has to get married. And it just so happens that his organization's accountant is in debt to them for a lot of money. The man offers his daughter, Koi, as a sacrificial lamb and Currency wants to accept. But what about what Koi wants?
So I love a crime family arranged marriage. It gives me mob movie vibes and those are my favorites. So I went into this feeling pretty positive about it. I felt for Koi's situation. Her dad made me angry. I like the way Currency was determined to make his marriage mutually satisfying and sought to keep Koi happy. Currency was a pretty good character, stood on business about his wife and her happiness. Watching them grow together was pretty good, even though Koi was so young it was hard for me to not feel weird about her being taken advantage of the way she was, whether Currency was a good guy or not. The family names got a little corny after a while, but she does say in the afterword that her son came up with them, so I guess. There were a lot of errors and some inconsistencies in the writing, and that took away from it a bit. Overall, entertaining enough.
So I love a crime family arranged marriage. It gives me mob movie vibes and those are my favorites. So I went into this feeling pretty positive about it. I felt for Koi's situation. Her dad made me angry. I like the way Currency was determined to make his marriage mutually satisfying and sought to keep Koi happy. Currency was a pretty good character, stood on business about his wife and her happiness. Watching them grow together was pretty good, even though Koi was so young it was hard for me to not feel weird about her being taken advantage of the way she was, whether Currency was a good guy or not. The family names got a little corny after a while, but she does say in the afterword that her son came up with them, so I guess. There were a lot of errors and some inconsistencies in the writing, and that took away from it a bit. Overall, entertaining enough.