Shantae Knihy

Alana Kim embodies the essence of crazy, sexy, cool, living life unapologetically on her own terms. Craving the affection she missed in her upbringing, she enjoys the attention from men but struggles to reciprocate their feelings, leading to complications with a longtime lover. For years, she has embraced a carefree, commitment-free lifestyle, but witnessing changes in the lives of those around her begins to weigh on her heart. When she meets the incredibly handsome Jakobi Tate, her perspective shifts, and she starts to contemplate love for the first time. Jakobi, a man burdened by his own pain, feels an immediate connection with Alana, sensing they've known each other forever. He hopes to build something meaningful with her, but soon realizes the challenges that come with loving someone like her. Alana's past and her emotional detachment threaten to drive them apart, while Jakobi grapples with his own demons. Their extraordinary connection raises the question: can they navigate their individual struggles and hold on to the bond they've discovered?

Talented author Dakota Bibbs has deemed herself unlucky in love. After ending a tumultuous five-year relationship, Dakota has decided to focus on herself and her blossoming business for the time being. Other than dealing with her worrisome ex, things are going well for her. Then on cue, Giannis Williams enters her life. A boss in his own right, Giannis possesses just the right amount of hood, a double dose of sexy, and a dash of crazy. Will she be able to resist him? Breelyn Waiters seems to have found herself in the same boat as her cousin Dakota, and she is attempting to get her life back after weaning herself off her most painful addiction--David Parrish. After being away for an entire year, Breelyn returns to Dallas to reunite with her family. She plans to steer clear of the man she once thought would own her heart forever. It turns out she was wrong about that, because DeMario Taylor is proof positive that David is no longer the only man Breelyn's heart will beat for. Watching over Dakota and Breelyn is Elijah "Rah" Waiters, a complicated man with a demeanor only those close to him can understand. He will tolerate a lot, but coming for his family isn't one of them. Entering a new phase in life, Rah senses something is missing. He contemplates letting love in for the first time, but something is holding him back.