Let me be real—I almost put this book down before I even got started. The second I picked up on bitter baby mama energy, I was like, “Oh no, not this mess again.” I wasn’t about to waste time on drama if my happy ending wasn’t guaranteed. I needed a HEA!

But something told me to give it a chance—and thank goodness I did. Because Nalani? That woman was IT. Soft but strong, real and raw—her vibe was magnetic. I connected with her instantly. And Lorenzo? That man exuded power, confidence, and loyalty. He didn’t play about Nalani, and he didn’t care who knew it. He was fully locked in, and I loved every minute of it.

Now let’s talk about his baby mama—because whew. She wasn’t just bitter, she was unhinged. This woman really had her daughter out here trying to hurt her own sibling out of pure spite. Like, what?! That’s beyond petty—that’s dangerous. She got exactly what was coming to her, and I cheered when her cousin gave her hell behind bars. Deserved.

And my sweet Londyn… that girl carried so much pain, but still held on to hope. Watching her finally cut ties with her manipulative mom and get the closure she needed? That hit me hard. She deserved so much more, and I was so glad she finally got her peace.

This was my first read by Riley Baxter and I wasn’t ready for how much I’d love it. The villain? INFURIATING and not in the best way. The characters? Real, layered, unforgettable. I felt every emotion. Riley snapped with this one, and I’ll definitely be back for more. Pure fire.