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Changing Her Rules
Latalia Brown has three tried and true rules for getting over an ex:
Rule #1. Get your ass out of the house.
Rule #2. Find yourself a sexy A.F. rebound to get under…or over.
Rule #3. Be in it for a good time, not a long time.
Life and Blaine Dixon have other plans.
After a spicy one-night stand with her chosen rebound, underwear model Blaine Dixon, Latalia slips out, expecting to never see Blaine or his sinful body ever again. But when Blaine’s outgoing PR rep offers Latalia a financial orgasm she couldn’t refuse, Latalia is stuck not only working with Blaine but also living under his roof.
Blaine who is blindsided by this whole arrangement, decides to have a little fun of his own to see just how far Latalia will go to keep her own set of ridiculous rules.
** Changing Her Rules is a one-night stand, forced proximity, rebound, boss/employee, contemporary African American romance with a guaranteed happily ever after. Each book in the Rules of Love series is a stand-alone and be read in any order. Warning: This book contains mature themes, adult language, and dives into childhood trauma. Reader discretion is advised. **
Rule #1. Get your ass out of the house.
Rule #2. Find yourself a sexy A.F. rebound to get under…or over.
Rule #3. Be in it for a good time, not a long time.
Life and Blaine Dixon have other plans.
After a spicy one-night stand with her chosen rebound, underwear model Blaine Dixon, Latalia slips out, expecting to never see Blaine or his sinful body ever again. But when Blaine’s outgoing PR rep offers Latalia a financial orgasm she couldn’t refuse, Latalia is stuck not only working with Blaine but also living under his roof.
Blaine who is blindsided by this whole arrangement, decides to have a little fun of his own to see just how far Latalia will go to keep her own set of ridiculous rules.
** Changing Her Rules is a one-night stand, forced proximity, rebound, boss/employee, contemporary African American romance with a guaranteed happily ever after. Each book in the Rules of Love series is a stand-alone and be read in any order. Warning: This book contains mature themes, adult language, and dives into childhood trauma. Reader discretion is advised. **
- GenresForced Proximity
200 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 11, 2023
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February 19, 2024
Confused
The book had potential to be better than 2 stars. However, I think more research on trauma because the scene with Blair seemed to be thrown without a proper entrance or exit. The timeline on Blaine and Latakia’s relationship was confusing. The live-in PR agent was confusing. The epilogue was confusing🥴The plot was good but the execution not so much. Maybe the other books will be good but I’ll have to take your word for it.
The book had potential to be better than 2 stars. However, I think more research on trauma because the scene with Blair seemed to be thrown without a proper entrance or exit. The timeline on Blaine and Latakia’s relationship was confusing. The live-in PR agent was confusing. The epilogue was confusing🥴The plot was good but the execution not so much. Maybe the other books will be good but I’ll have to take your word for it.
August 12, 2023
4.5 ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ 💫
As a BIPOC woman I LOVE when the main characters are black and I love it even more when a majority of the characters are black! Throw in a BIPOC Author and my heart is soooo happy! Yessss!!! REPRESENTATION MATTERS!!!
The rules were what pulled me in. The blurb peaked my interests but the rules sealed the deal, after reading them I knew I just HAD to read this book!
Latalia and Blaine are HOT af together! Their chemistry is almost tangible.
The writing style, the characters, the sex, it all pulls you in! We know I love a hero who eats and Blaine EATS!!! He’s also a dirty talker and we know I love a filthy mouthed man!
There were a few things that didn’t make this 5 stars and I know y’all will probably think I’m being too picky but oh well. Describing skin tones in relation to food, it didn’t bother me as much since the author is black but it still bothered me. There’s are so many shades of brown, don’t use food. Using the word cock instead of dick. Black people; in my experience as a black woman, don’t use the word cock we say dick. I know the author is from Canada and I’m from America so maybe it’s different there but it kept pulling me out of the story and the sex scenes whenever that word was used I would literally make a face and say “we don’t say that?!” The last thing is how they kinda glossed over Blaine and Latalia’s trauma and how Blaine still had his mother in his life. After what she did to him she deserved death and to be left on her own. She didn’t deserve all he was doing for her. He should’ve cut her off a looooong time ago. The fact that I have such strong feelings and opinions about it means the author did her job very well, cause I really am ready to fight her and she don’t even exist.
Loved the book, loved the main characters and the Sisterhood, and I would 100% read this author and this series again!
As a BIPOC woman I LOVE when the main characters are black and I love it even more when a majority of the characters are black! Throw in a BIPOC Author and my heart is soooo happy! Yessss!!! REPRESENTATION MATTERS!!!
The rules were what pulled me in. The blurb peaked my interests but the rules sealed the deal, after reading them I knew I just HAD to read this book!
Latalia and Blaine are HOT af together! Their chemistry is almost tangible.
The writing style, the characters, the sex, it all pulls you in! We know I love a hero who eats and Blaine EATS!!! He’s also a dirty talker and we know I love a filthy mouthed man!
There were a few things that didn’t make this 5 stars and I know y’all will probably think I’m being too picky but oh well. Describing skin tones in relation to food, it didn’t bother me as much since the author is black but it still bothered me. There’s are so many shades of brown, don’t use food. Using the word cock instead of dick. Black people; in my experience as a black woman, don’t use the word cock we say dick. I know the author is from Canada and I’m from America so maybe it’s different there but it kept pulling me out of the story and the sex scenes whenever that word was used I would literally make a face and say “we don’t say that?!” The last thing is how they kinda glossed over Blaine and Latalia’s trauma and how Blaine still had his mother in his life. After what she did to him she deserved death and to be left on her own. She didn’t deserve all he was doing for her. He should’ve cut her off a looooong time ago. The fact that I have such strong feelings and opinions about it means the author did her job very well, cause I really am ready to fight her and she don’t even exist.
Loved the book, loved the main characters and the Sisterhood, and I would 100% read this author and this series again!
August 7, 2023
I received a free copy of this book from Eden books in exchange for my review. This is the first time I have read a book by this author.
At first I did find some of the writing a bit awkward with the characters. Sometimes I would outwardly cringe while reading parts of the beginning. The storyline was predictable. I did think that there were a few gaps in the plot as well.
If you are looking for something to read at the beach that you don’t want to put a lot of thought into, then pick this booo.
Rating: 3 1/2 stars
At first I did find some of the writing a bit awkward with the characters. Sometimes I would outwardly cringe while reading parts of the beginning. The storyline was predictable. I did think that there were a few gaps in the plot as well.
If you are looking for something to read at the beach that you don’t want to put a lot of thought into, then pick this booo.
Rating: 3 1/2 stars
February 26, 2024
1st time reader and I'm hooked.
Changing Her Rules was a delightful and effortless read, which dived deeply into the theme of family dysfunction, abuse, and neglect. However, I must caution that certain passages might prove to be a trigger for some readers. Nonetheless, the book also highlighted the importance of personal growth, refusing to play the victim in the face of adversity, and the significance of seeking therapy. Most importantly, it conveyed the message that it is entirely acceptable to recognize one's own value and love unconditionally.
Changing Her Rules was a delightful and effortless read, which dived deeply into the theme of family dysfunction, abuse, and neglect. However, I must caution that certain passages might prove to be a trigger for some readers. Nonetheless, the book also highlighted the importance of personal growth, refusing to play the victim in the face of adversity, and the significance of seeking therapy. Most importantly, it conveyed the message that it is entirely acceptable to recognize one's own value and love unconditionally.
September 3, 2023
The chemistry between Latalia and Blaine jumped off the page the moment their eyes met across the club. I adored their relationship and seeing it grow and be tested because of the demons in their past. I’m so glad they were able to find each other and be the support they so desperately needed as children. Deidre did a beautiful job handling the trauma both these characters experienced and this was such a great show of Black love at it’s finest. I can’t wait to read the next book in the series!
December 28, 2025
There really should have been more content warning than “childhood trauma” due to the types. I won’t spoil it for others but some of the types of abuse would be classified as abuse regardless or your religious or cultural beliefs. It doesn’t happen on page but it is described as a past event. I had to take a break before continuing. So proceed with caution.
July 6, 2023
I liked this book. This romance is sassy, spicy, emotional and fun. I thought the chemistry was pure fire and I found both characters easy to like. This was a new author for me and I'm so glad I took a chance. I'll definitely be reading more of her work. This is my freely posted, frank review.
January 1, 2024
This romance is fun, spicy and emotional. Latalia and Blaine have some super hot chemistry! I loved their relationship and how it progressed throughout out the story. This is really well written and entertaining. I really enjoyed this book.
July 12, 2023
The first book by the author I've read. A great plot and characters in this genre. Can't wait for the next book. I volunteered to read a copy for an honest review.
March 2, 2025
love at first sight ?
I really enjoyed this book, I wish there was alittle more about Tals Ex, maybe a story of his own perhaps?
I would definitely read part two if available
I really enjoyed this book, I wish there was alittle more about Tals Ex, maybe a story of his own perhaps?
I would definitely read part two if available
May 23, 2025
I wanted to like it.
It wasn't bad but there were a couple of things I couldn't get past. Like the main premise of her moving in with him. It made no sense to me.
It wasn't bad but there were a couple of things I couldn't get past. Like the main premise of her moving in with him. It made no sense to me.
May 29, 2025
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
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