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When Luke Met Juliette (The Energy #1)

When Luke Met Juliette by Brookelyn Mosley is about mens basketball head coach at Langston U Luke Lockett and For the Culture Magazine journalist Juliette Hart. Luke and Juliette meet for the first time in 2008, it’s a brief but memorable. The next time they meet it’s something special, two rivals, a flat tire, an old motel with one bed create an unforgettable night. But sometimes you meet the right person but it isn’t the right time. Years later, they’ve gone on to live their separate lives but fate intervenes again. Despite her dislike for Luke, Juliette takes this interview with him at the urging of her mentor Mykal. Loved seeing my girl Mykal again! It was like night and day!! I can see her continued growth from Envy. Let’s just say when they meet again for the first time in 13 years it does not go well but that’s expected after the way things were left between them. Someone was being a jerk and it wasn’t Juliette! I really enjoyed this story, the flashbacks really help set the scene! You understand exactly why Luke and Juliette behave the way they do towards each other. The honesty in the dialogue between them is raw and real, you know these two are grown and have matured, especially Luke! The rival chemistry is everything like you see on TV leading up to a kiss!! Chef’s kiss 🥰  Fate is working overtime in this story!! You can always count on February! I honestly wanted to spend more time with Luke and Juliette! I hope I see them again in some capacity in the Brookelyn Mosley universe! 🤞🏽 

P.s. I need to know what’s up with Juliette cousin. And why she’s so flaky!!

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Gluttony (The Love is Cure, Vol. 1 Vices & Virtues book 5)

Gluttony (The Love is Cure, Vol. 1 Vices & Virtues book 5) by Brookelyn Mosley is about retired boxer Everett Peters and fitness trainer Apryl Wilde. After a devastating blow by his girlfriend, Everett spirals off the deep end by binge eating his feelings away.  A comforting call from his psychotherapist mother and a community opportunity encourages him to return to his hometown Brooklyn. His eagerness to return to top form leads him to an exclusive gym where he meets Apryl. Apryl and Everett have an instant attraction, but Everett isn’t looking for a relationship. As fate would have it, it’s up to Apryl to train Everett which he’s not very receptive to. But baby is the tension thick whew! They had some training foreplay 🫦 Apryl has to use an unorthodox method to get Everett in shape but in doing so they get to know one another and let their guards down. Everett is nasty in the best way possible. The way he loves to indulge in Apryl 💦 Keep in mind although these two get down and dirty this book is a slow burn. I love the positive parenting Apryl and Everett experience even though they are both characters in their 30’s. I think it’s important to represent Black parents listening to and supporting their adult children. The growth both characters underwent is beautiful. Even though Apryl wasn’t the one with the vice she learned a lot and grew. I will say that my chest ached at certain parts, Everett you know what you did 🥺. Brookelyn Mosley did it again! If you haven’t started this series yet you’re missing out! 

P.s. I can’t wait to read Everett’s younger sister Eryn’s story!

CW~ mentions child death, eating disorder & binge eating 

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Home Before Midnight

Home Before Midnight by Brooklyn Mosley is about Eva and Jaleel Gordon who we previously met in Home for Christmas  but luckily their marriage is no longer on the rocks. Jaleel has done a great job of prioritizing his wife, their time together and their traditions. That’s why he refuses to miss their traditional New Years countdown kiss! But that doesn’t come without it’s own set of obstacles. However, as usual Jaleel Jr. is a boy with a plan! This was a fantastic update on the Gordon’s, it’s really important to see the growth of a couple after a marriage in distress! If you’re looking for a New Years short, look no further!

P.s. It was great to see my guy BG again 😍 If you haven’t read the Love and Lust series yet, get into it!

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So This Is Love (The Forbidden #5)

So This Is Love (The Forbidden #5) by Brookelyn Mosley is about journalism student Ayanna Dale and chemistry student/star basketball player Dallas Roque. If you’ve read the forbidden anthology you know the beginning of their story is messy. Ayanna is dating Dallas’ trifling older brother Dominick when she becomes fed up of his infidelity and blatant disrespect. In her anger she decides to get on her get back ish! With a little nudging and rubbing Dallas happily goes along! After the deed is done it can’t be undone. Dallas and Ayanna have been good friends for 3 years. When you add amazing to sex to an already great friendship, you can only fight it for so long! I love Dallas, he is such a sweetheart 🥰 For a young guy on his way to being a professional athlete he has his head screwed on right! He knows what he wants and doesn’t play bout it! Dallas is open and honest about his feelings even when he knows he might not get the response he’s looking for. Ayanna is a bit different, she’s worried about how things went down, she’s worried about what other people might think, she’s worried about the career path and the list goes on!! She made her bed and then didn’t want to lay in it! And let me tell you, it’s a pretty great bed to lay in 😌 I like Ayanna’s character, she just frustrates me at times! Dallas has the patience of a saint! He treats Ayanna right ALL of the time, he doesn’t play games, he never allows anyone to disrespect her or call her out of her name!! He just wants HER, he love him some Yaya! This was an amazing read, sometimes the forbidden fruit is the sweetest 🥰  The interconnection of the Brookelyn Mosley universe is everything! And of course I love being in New York! 

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