Love Delivered

Waiting to Breathe #2

by Love Belvin

His secret is uncovered and motives are disclosed. So now what?

Will Stenton get the favorable results he plotted years ago? Or will he have caused his own exile from Zoey’s love?

Her life charted an alternate journey because of unexpected circumstances. Now that Zoey has put together the pieces, how will she navigate Stenton’s obstacles?

Find out in Love Delivered.

Genres: Romance, BDSM, African American, African American Romance, Fiction, Sports Romance, Love

430 pages, Paperback

First published November 28, 2014

About the author

Love Belvin is a native of the Tri-State area and now lives in the Delaware Valley. She's an avid reader and enjoys dinner parties with her closest girlfriends. While she enjoys many things, nothing excites her more than curling up with a glass of wine and a good romance novel.

Love has been given the moniker "adult contemporary series queen." She is the author of the "Love's Improbable Possibility," "Wayward Love," and "Love Unaccounted" serials. Her two standalones, “Love's Inconvenient Truth” and "Low Love, Low Fidelity" are available. Love Belvin is also the co-author of the "Connecticut Kings" series. She's currently penning the journey of her latest captivating clients.

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Reviews

[Rashawnda · Rating 5 out of 5]

Stenton and Zoey tell me you like to waste time without telling me you like to waste time!!!!!

Bernard tell me you’re a simp without telling me you’re a simp!!!!

Erika and Jenna tell me you’re clueless without telling me you’re clueless!!!!

🗣️LOVE tell me you like to stress people out without telling me you like to stress people TF OUT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Whew BABY!!!! Stenton and Zoey took me through all the emotions!!! ALLOFEM!!!!!!! They wasted soooo much time when all they had to do was open their mouth! Stenton I was rooting for you in book one but you TRIED IT in book two and I’m STILL side eyeing you!!! The entire situation between him and Zoey was mishandled. After what he did you’d think he would’ve been trying to live in Zoey’s skin but nooooooooo you wanna let her “grow” while you act a plum fool!!! This was the angstiest angsted story I’ve read in a long time 😩😩Look I can go on and on about these two but ima say this 🗣️Read the series!!! It was good and Love definitely has a fan🗣️for life!!!! She can write her äss off! Ima take a quick break then I’m right back at it! I need one after these two!

[Erin Rae · Rating 4 out of 5]

STENTON & ZOEY WILL GO DOWN AS THEE MOST AGGRAVATING COUPLE EVERRRRRRRRRR!!!!!!!!!!!! I am glad that they finally got their HEA. Thank god! lol

I DONT HAVE A DECENT REVIEW FOR YALL lol I can’t write one. I love them & they irritated me at the same time😩❤️🫶🏽

I see Ezra popped up in the book and I know a lot of people like him I can’t wait to get into his series.

[My Notes]

*Stenton is a great Dad to Jordan 💙
*Zoey & Stenton bonding over their love of rock/alternative music
*Both were manipulative but Stenton wayyyyy more
*I Wish Zoey or her mom would’ve dragged Jenna’s mom (old hag) lol
*Stenton & Sara’s (Zoey’s Mom) relationship 🥰

[Nelly · Rating 5 out of 5]

Altered destiny......

"You went beyond controlling her in scenes. You went to controlling her destiny.” Ezra

First off Ms Love Belvin please take a bow you worked really hard on this book ...


You have proven without a shadow of doubt that your here to stay.... Your writing is superb,explanatory, detailed and well scripted a learning and engaging experience for me .. Thus begins the tale of an altered destiny... Breathe in...

"But the worst thing you did was rob me of the ability to love and breathe." Zoey Barrett...
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We begin the conclusion of waiting to breathe series with love delivered : From an admission from stenton ...

“I got someone pregnant…on purpose, but she doesn’t know it yet.”

Here we go Drama off the bat.... Zoey founds out
"I just wanted that connection…that intimacy from you while I figured out life; not have you manipulate the course of it." Zoey Barrett


Yes I guess men Does this too.....

"I knew what I did was fucked up, but I felt no remorse". Stenton
Stenton Reason being.....
“Before she blossoms into a full woman and realizes my vices and how I’m the last person she wants to be tied to for the rest of her life.” Stenton Rogers


I had to remind myself that zoey is young and inexperienced so instead of dealing with things maturely she does and say things that's not rationale.
"I’m moving on with my engagement to Bernard. We’re getting married.” Zoey Barrett
Because ........

This story sets between two time periods so we go through periods where each characters are speaking to us where we the readers hear their thoughts live though their world.
For me Stenton was on a thin rope. Being that he was the more level headed and matured one.
His actions spoke volumes of how far one man would go, just to hold onto something that he refuses but selfishly wants.
As we read along stenton is wrestling with the why's and why not he and zoey are not together the process alone leaves you screaming as if he can hear you... GET IT TOGETHER!!!!
These two had me reaching for my bottle of Mauve Brandy ..

O look familiar faces thanks love belvin my Rolodex had to roll back to revert to Jackson...
So now we finally have a backstory of Erica and stenton how these to came to be.
The introduction of Erica was met with some really profanity on my part I rather not say but let's just say she makes me want to f@&) her up and her momma too..what in the world..
(Again emotions) don't lose focus!! See that what's this authors reading does to me!!!
O look an Azmir citing "Smooth ass fucker".

Ok go ahead Azmir tell him what we already know
“Shit. Don’t get it twisted, I can write four books on the drama of building a solid relationship with the woman you could swear was born to be yours, but ran at every turn. ........"

Ok back on course ...
Love belvin has mastered the art of storytelling from telling it from the male and female aspect (POV) Many authors have tried this method and failed miserably but this author does it exceptionally well in the way she brings these characters to life. They talk to you. It's an intimacy that unfolds within pages and pages of readers bliss\delight.
Stenton will make you mad he will make you scream. His lack of communicative skills however will make you spiral out of control.
This long winding road these two endeared took them into,different paths ,whether it be school, Home, work, relationship one thing always brought them back L-O-V-E... And a cute adorable boy by the name of Jordan
I commend you love belvin because these two took me so far down "breathing"became nonexistent, I was losing oxygen fast.... With Bernard fruity ass, and Jenna's One dimensional self that can't seem to buy a dam clue even if shit was right there looking You in the eyes..Bitch he ain't want you!!!
Now am left breathing slowly again oxygen has return now to my body I can rest assured that my journey with these two have life in it again ..... Now I can exhale...
“I’ve done too much second guessing over the years…wasted too many guaranteed good years assuming I was overstepping. Today, I take control. Starting now, we breathe again together.” Stenton Rogers

Zo, I’ve never loved anybody or anything like or more than I love you. I don’t think I’ll ever put anything or one above the love I have for you.” Stenton Rogers
“Always and forever, Zoey. No matter who or what, I’ll never have another love.” Stenton Rogers

Bravo job well done...
I recommend this book and any books written by Love Belvin she will not disappoint you!!!

I’ve learned the moment you meet what you perceive as perfection is the moment you experience a period of obsession, accompanied by brief insanity.” Zoey Barrett

[Michelle · Rating 3 out of 5]

Took too long for them to breathe.....

They should have passed away... StentRo and Zoey's story was so long and drawn out I almost stopped reading. I cannot believe what a softie Zoey was. I mean I know she's this church goin girl and all but when the baby daddy's "girlfriends" showed up at her door twice and approached her while on vacation she should have lost her religion and beat they butts down. And StentRo, he is such a punk, so what she was young when u fell in love, yeah she talked of her ambitions and not marriage, but YOU loved her so why not show that and see where it would have gone instead of knocking up the girl on purpose. Who does that? These two so lacked communication skills. I am so glad I am done with this series. If you can stand to read of a selfish man and weak woman then have at it..I was disappointed though

[Samona · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ok, here it is!
I still love this love story but Stent!! He had me all in my feelings during this read. It was an emotional ride. I was a fan of this author before I read this series but wow, I had to stop for a minute while reading because his love for her was that strong. I gave this book 5 stars because t was more than girl meets boy and fall in love no, Its the highs and lows of falling in love with not only a basketball star but one that is older. Love this book.

[Kameel · Rating 5 out of 5]

Darn, It’s Hard To Pick

Which are my favorite couple from the LB Universe. I could feel the Stenton & Zoey chemistry from the time they met. Unfortunately, they wasted a lot of time that Stenton wanted to give Zoey to grow without him….could have really been used for the two of them growing together….nevertheless, they did remain family the entire time….I also enjoyed the relationship between Stent & Jordan from the time he was born…that was another beautiful relationships in this story …in addition to Stent’s relationship with Ms. Sarah. This was just a great story…although, I did pout a time or 2 myself…I knew eventually the two of them would get their act together for a HEA.

[Nay · Rating 5 out of 5]

Finally Zoey & Stenton got their HEA after all the bullshit. It was nice seeing Zoey come into her own. It was nice seeing Ezra in this book

[Mika Verrett · Rating 4 out of 5]

✨ Book Review ✨

Mannnn when I say these two stressed me out, I mean I was ready to pull my actual hair out—not the wig, baby, the roots! I truly didn’t think any couple could top the chaos Trent and Jade gave me, but Stenton Rogers and Zoey Barrett said “hold my drink” and came through with the tension, the silence, the pride, and the damn near emotional terrorism.

Let’s start with the communication—or lack thereof. These two refused to just say what they wanted. But honestly? I’m placing most of the blame on Stent. He was a grown ass man manipulating a young girl into a “situationship” and then having the nerve to act confused about why she was confused. I mean, the math was not mathing. The man dragged this out for YEARS and then expected her to still be waiting, hopeful, and faithful while he dated around like Zoey didn’t exist. That part really irritated me. Even though I never questioned that he loved her, the way he went about it? Nah. That ain’t the type of love I want. He can’t keep that ish.

And Zoey, girl, I love you, but I needed you to stand up! Stenton had you out here looking like the girl he could always run back to for comfort but never commit to. I know you were in love, but I wanted to grab you by the shoulders and shake some sense into you. Every time he showed up wanting sex but not offering security or clarity, I was cussing him AND you out. 😤

But listen… watching Zoey grow into herself, start her business, and really boss up? THAT was the moment for me. She started making decisions for herself, and I was so proud. When she put Chuney in his place? I clapped so loud. But nothing made me more proud than when she had that man Stent on his knees at the hotel!!! Oh baby, BIG ZO had entered the chat then, and I was like a proud mama!! 👏🏾👏🏾 only if she would’ve stayed on that type of time. 🙄

By the end, I was glad they got it together, but I still have beef with Stenton. That man had me side-eying his every move. And even though I wanted them to win, I lowkey wanted Zoey to find a new love just so Stent could see how it feels to watch someone you love be loved right. But again that Bernard? He ain’t it, I don’t know why Zoe was even playing with the idea of marry is sassy ass.

Even with all the back and forth, Love Belvin’s storytelling had me locked in. She writes characters you feel. Whether you love them or hate them, you care. I felt like I knew Zoey and Stenton personally, and that’s no easy feat. Miscommunication is usually my least favorite trope, but in Love’s hands? It becomes an experience. She made me invested, frustrated, and emotional all at once. It’s always a good time in LBU.


Book: Love Delivered
Author: Love Belvin
Genre: Sports Romance
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spice: 🥵🥵🥵

[Bing · Rating 4 out of 5]

Why do we walk away when our hearts are begging us to stay? Why can't love be enough to get us through all the hurdles and challenges? Why do we settle when everything we've always wanted is just within our reach?

These are just some of the questions you'll be asking yourself when it comes to Stenton and Zoey.

Stenton made a desperate decision that spiraled into more complications, prompting him to make additional difficult choices. Yes, all of them were made out of his love for Zoey; his heart was in the right place, but sometimes sacrifices can blow up in our face. The question here wasn't why he did what he did, but rather, what happened because of that action. How do you deal with the repercussions?

The 9-year age gap might not be that big of a deal, but experience-wise, Stanton's celebrity status made him experience so much while Zoey was still dreaming about things to come her way. And Stanton loved her enough to let it happen.

I admit I was mentally pulling my hair out almost the entire book. I was so frustrated with both of them, esp Stanton. I get that he wanted what he thought was best for her, I was impressed by his love for her, and I never once questioned that Zoey was always his priority. But sacrifices can turn against you too. The dance these two made around each other for years was exasperating.....

....... but I couldn't let go. For some reason, I was invested in their story. Maybe because the love was almost palpable. Probably because I can understand Stanton's guilt and his need to make sure that Zoey achieve her dreams. Perhaps it was the idea of a guy standing by longing for his girl while he made sure she experienced everything she needed to experience. Whatever the reason was, I was hooked. Despite my constant grunts and complaints and ocassional swearing, I was determined to see it through. For that, I understand Stanton's patience through years of pain and mishaps. He was determined to see it through. So was I.

I admire the author's courage letting this story go the way it did. It was a risk because the reaction could go either way. But like I said, for me, I was like Stanton willing to go through it all because the end result was worth it.

[Dee Cherry · Rating 5 out of 5]

I enjoyed reading about Stent & Zoey's rocky but romantic relationship. Throughout the story, although setbacks occurred, it was obvious that he deeply cared for her. At times, I was unsure of Stent's plan, but the way the story was delivered kept me reading-anxious to find out the end result. I also found it interesting to see Zoey flourish from a naive young girl to a mature woman. Storyline flowed well & I thought characters were realistic. Overall, I thought Love Delivered was a nicely written romantic story that I without a doubt recommend.

[Istefani Marcos · Rating 5 out of 5]

Essa duologia é maravilhosa! estou apaixonada <3 <3

[KBeautiful1 · Rating 5 out of 5]

The conclusion of the love story of Stenton and Zoey and what an emotional ride it has been. I need a cigarette (I don't even smoke) but damn it if author Love Belvin didn't put her whole body into writing this story.

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Stenton, Stenton, Stenton. He exasperates me, he makes me laugh, he makes me cry, he makes me angry but he makes me love him.

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Zoey, Zoey, Zoey. She makes me cry a lot, she makes me laugh, she makes me give her high fives for the reads, she makes me angry but she makes me love her.

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Stenton in his own beleaguered mind and heart made a secret decision years ago, that has now come into the light of day and the consequences are devastating. A man who seemed so confident in book 1 has his layers peeled back like an onion and what we find is a wounded and scarred man. You only got but a glimpse of how he grew up from book 1 but in book 2 is revealed and it is terrible what he endured as a child. His determination to not go down that road has made him the superstar NBA, future Hall of Famer that he is, but from his experiences is manipulative and controlling.

Zoey in her young, naive and virginal set out to seduce Stenton in book 1 not realizing that she snatched opened a door that can't be closed and unleashing such an emotional and heartrending Tsunami. If Zoey only knew what heartache would be awaiting her I don't believe she would have went through the door but she did and it put her on a course she had no control over and her life now wholeheartedly belonged to Stenton.

Their story goes back and forth between the past and the present, the reader really gets to see the damage happening between two people over the course of 7 years. It is gut wrenching watching Stenton and Zoey navigate such tumultuous waters. In Stenton's mind he believed giving Zoey her space to grow, explore and learn and he would wait for her. But his waiting did not include him being alone, he dated and was in relationships hoping to push Zoey in wanting to commit to him, it just backfired and caused Zoey to withdraw fully and Stenton would break down. It became a battle between these two and wondering who was going to wave the white flag first. This explains (IMO) how they are with each other.

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Stenton angered me because his way of thinking was so damn detrimental, it cause heartbreak within me. Zoey angered me because of her adamant behavior of not wanting to be married which puzzled me because her parents have a great marriage. These two literally had me sliding down the darn wall.

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Getting to finally see Stenton and Zoey break through their barriers and fight to be together was awesome. You could not hold back your emotions especially when Zoey made a call and Stenton answered, not only did he answer but he came and got her a$$ I was just praising and shouting at that point.

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The "Waiting to Breathe" series has caused me to do some serious thinking about relationships and the complexities that come with being in one. It challenges you because relationships aren't easy but communication most always be key and in reading this series it has made me even more aware of my dealings with a man. Again I just need to reiterate what a phenomenal story this is and although I am sad to see it end, the one thing about author Love Belvin is her characters cross over into other her other books, so we really never say good bye, just a see you later.

Well Until My Next Review Ciao Bellas!

[Whit · Rating 4 out of 5]

WOW!

Although this is a great story, these characters made me so angry! They all need prayer! LOL!!!!

Stenton and Zoey actually sabotage their own relationship, with all the revenge sex, stubbornness and their refusal to be honest with one another. Stenton felt Zoey was immature but his selfish behavior was far worst. His annoying habit of constantly apologizing over and over again and then repeating the same asinine behavior is ridiculous. There are thoughtless acts that the words "I'm sorry", just doesn't cover!

[Byron Washington · Rating 3 out of 5]

Infuriating 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

A decent story ruined by the repetitively, nonsensical decisions made by the featured couple. To endure so much miscommunication was soooo hard to accept. This coulda/shoulda been one long book, not two, just saying..

With caveats, buy it, read it and enjoy.👍🏾🔥👍🏾🔥👍🏾🔥

[Keesha · Rating 5 out of 5]

That Damned Love Belvin! I love Stenton Rogers and I also wanted to punch Stenton Rogers in the head. The way he loved Zoey was epic but the way he handled Zoey for so much of their story was mind boggling. He let his guilt for finding his soulmate when she was only 20 get in the way of their love. He knew she needed to grow but he did as well. Despite all that, I loved their chaotic love. I loved them as co-parents. Stenton and Jordan were everything! Stenton and Zoey went through so much to get to their HEA but they made it. Love Belvin writes amazing, sexy, nonlinear love stories that are worth the long ride.

[KarynReads · Rating 5 out of 5]

Finally!

The two most frustrating people. Finally gets it right. Im still mad at Stenton!! His actions led to so many wrong and misguided choices. This series was and is a huge conversation piece because of what Stenton did to Zo. LB does it AGAIN! Loved this series!

[Nikka · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book was not as good as the first book. It was entirely too drawn out and included way too many unnecessary details. This story could have been done in one book and probably would have been better. Stenton frustrated me through this either book. He played with every woman’s emotions with whom he was involved. He did the typical male thing of doing relationship things while not wanting to call it a relationship. I can’t tell you the number of times I rolled my eyes while reading this book. It also made me angry that he thought sex solved everything. My favorite part of the book was when he and Zoey agreed and then he had sex with her. Right after she asked him to leave. I think I actually cheered for her.

The part I really did not understand was at the very end. Who were they talking about when they said “it’s her birthday” and both mentioned they’d called “her”. Who’s her? Did I miss something? Were they talking about his mother? And what significance did it have to that very moment for the author to even bother to include it?

[Roisin · Rating 3 out of 5]

Whilst I did enjoy this book, some of it was really frustrating.

I found myself skimming through pages due to their annoying relationship and lack of communication. Like, this story could've been halved if it wasn't for some of the overly descriptive writing and their stubborn/childish attitudes.
I did like the characters, but so much heartbreak could have been avoided if they just TOLD EACHOTHER HOW THEY FELT. I had to put it down a few times because I just wanted to bang their heads together!



That being said, I loved it when they finally got together in the end and I loved the well thought out personalities within the story.

[thebookcritic_ · Rating 3 out of 5]

still side eying Stent

This book wasn’t as good as the first but way better than the first two series.

I guess we’re not gonna discuss the fact that Stent trapped Zoey 🥴 that ain’t cool at all. Like created a whole plan. It’s a no for me. Changed the whole trajectory of her life cuz he was selfish. As judgmental as Stent was being about his meeting with Erika, imagine how Zoey felt in her meeting. The timeline skipped from 2010 to 2011, but I don’t think they’d been together for a year because it just seemed like the next day. Erika and her family definitely gave Kardashian vibes. I liked that Stent gave Zoey time to grow but I don’t think he would’ve prevented her from growing as an individual while being together. This story really shows that sometimes people are worth the hurt. I definitely loved the rock references.

[Ty · Rating 4 out of 5]

The story was good, sort of knew they would eventually get together. IMO the storyline was running out of gas. Overall good storyline not as good as book 1 but still a great read. #Stenton&Zoey

[Mybookscafe · Rating 5 out of 5]

Breathe Again

I love me some Stent!!!! I’m standing behind my man 😂😂😂

What a great way to wrap up this story!!!! Zoey I swear at times she worked my nerves and so did Stent but I still love how they balanced everything out .
When she gave stent a little opening, he went all out!!!!! Showed up and showed out!!! Go get ya things 😂😂😂

[Jennifer Clark · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love this book. Stenton is one of my fave book characters.. good read..

[Robinett Versey · Rating 5 out of 5]

Everlasting Love

Words. Cannot express the depth of love that changes the world of Zoey and Ste.ntRo.
This novel was thorough, riveting, and lovingly erotic. Well-written and all characters
we're brought to life thoroughly. Great job with cohesiveness in each paragraph. I loved these
books, though I hate two part books. Great job.

[Crimson · Rating 4 out of 5]

Grrrrrreat

The difficulties of these people !!!! What a read this was for me. I take my hat off to you, Love. Just read the damn book.

[LexRead · Rating 5 out of 5]

4.5/5

[Deena · Rating 4 out of 5]

Confession: I lost a little bit of love for Stenton in this book. He had fairly lengthy, full-blown relationships with Erica, then Jenna. And didn’t want Zoey to do the same! He had me shaking my head so much in this book. I know he never gave his to either Erica or Jenna, but that was a lot of time (and sex) to invest in other people. Zoey is better than me, because it would have taken me a minute to move past that. I guess I just like my heroes and heroines to have relations with each other, lol.

I loved that Stenton was such a wonderful father to Jordan. Their relationship was the sweetest thing! I also loved that he took care of Zoey and her parents and made sure that they were provided for. But while Stent made sure Zoey didn’t lack for anything, I was proud that she worked hard in school, and eventually made her own way and her own money. I loved that she didn’t need Stenton. She grew into a wonderful woman. He gave her wings, but she was grounded and well-raised, and would have been able to fly, regardless of whatever circumstances she found herself in.

It was a long road to a reunion for Stent and Zoey, but I’m glad they FINALLY got it together! I read Love Delayed and Love Delivered back-to-back and I was tired by the time I was done. So many ups and downs. My eyes almost bugged out of my head when Stent made his last big reveal, because I thought they were going to break up again. So happy that didn’t happen.

And now for the side characters:

That damn Erika Erceg was, IMO, a love to hate character. I’m pretty sure every time her name was mentioned, or we encountered her in the book, my teeth were on edge. Pretty much how I feel about the person her character is based on. Ugh! And Jenna, poor, sweet, crazy Jenna. She tried, but Stenton wasn’t for her. I hated that he wasted her time like that, though. I liked her mama, though. She was a piece of work, and didn’t hold her tongue. She saw through Stenton and could read the signs a lot better than her daughter could.

I loved Zoey’s mom. Sarah was the epitome of what every mom should aspire to be. The way she took Stenton in and loved and prayed for and over him, I believe is what kept him afloat all those years that he and Zoey were apart. As it was said in the book, ‘Everybody needs a Sarah Barrett’.

Bernard, Bernard, Bernard. Lawhammercy! Poor Zoey settled big time with that nut. When they were in the hotel on their last trip, and Stent was banging on the door and he wouldn’t answer it, I was like ‘Girl, bye!’ Zoey had the biggest blinders on when it came to that guy, lol. He was a hot mess.

Alton annoyed me greatly in the beginning of the series, but I really liked him as the story progressed. Everybody has that crazy friend like Alton. And that couple, like Alton and Tynisha, who fuss and fight and act a fool, but somehow they manage to stay together.

Such a good story! If you haven’t done so already, you must read it!

[Tee$Reads · Rating 5 out of 5]

I usually don’t write reviews but I had to for this one. Possible spoilers.

While I listen to thinking out loud from Ed Sheeran play… it feels very fitting to finally give what I think about this love story. It’s riveting, heartbreaking, powerful, and real. It’s pulled something out of me that I haven’t felt in awhile. Idk if it’s the time in my life or because I’m about to get my period or if it’s just because Love’s well written words caressed my heart in such a manner. Going into reading these two books I did not expect to be ripped apart in the way I was. From their mentions in Ezra and Lex’s book I didn’t think they could have such a painful love story. That just goes to show you you truly never know what goes on behind closed doors and how much work is put in to make a marriage thrive (I know this is fictional but still) also I remember Stenton saying something very similar to that that I highlighted. I have so many highlights. I can’t even pain myself to go through them to find it. I have so many times where I thought I hated Stenton. It was as if I felt Zoey’s pain coursing through my veins. Stenton being with Ericka hurt but him being with Jenna just felt different… he played in both of their faces so bad. He gave the illusion that Jenna could actually be the one with the faux family time and don’t even get me started on Rio De Janeiro. Stenton could have simply let his no be his no and taken Zoey when they got back together.

No matter how heartbreaking, I am relieved to see they get a happy ending. I’m indifferent on whether I think they should be together still but I know they need eachother to “breathe” you know what I take that back. As a Christian woman we are inclined to forgive. It is ok for Zo to forgive him and move on with the rest of their lives. Now they will spend eternity together. He created probably the dumbest most disturbing plan known to man but hey that’s just her “StentRo”. I can’t help but to think about how much their love story reminds me of First Time by Teeks. I can imagine in their fictional world them hearing the song in 2021 on TikTok or something lol and then feeling like it’s about them. Then proceed to have sex like it’s their first time because if they aren’t going to do anything they’re going to do that.

Thank you for this headspin of a story Love Belvin. This one took me deeper than Azmir and Rayna’s story and I didn’t think I could go any deeper than that. I cried so much while reading and I don’t think I’ve ever held a scowl for so long while reading, but I did. Stenton was pissing me off SO BAD 😂 I had to keep reminding myself it was only a book.

[L. Boogie · Rating 3 out of 5]

I really like this author but wasn’t a fan of this series. Zoey and Stenton weren’t for me not separate or together

I’m so confused. One why would it be unusual that Stenson didn’t ask for DNA test when everyone agrees JR looks like him.

Did she forget how she coaxed him into taking her V. Not saying what he did wasn’t wrong bc it 100% was, however she’s done some questionable things more than once in the area of sex.

Also I hate that the author went this direction regarding the pregnancy.

This roller coaster with zoey and stenton is annoying. I hate that she’s dragging Bernard along for the ride. It’s very selfish of zoey.

Tynisha/zoey friendship is interesting. And strangely I support

I cannot believe Zoey let Erika punk her by questioning who she is and letting her walk up in her house. Thank goodness Angela stepped in

I knew her ass wasn’t invited. And the punk that zoey is said she could stay. Dumb hoe

This Jenna revelation threw me for a loop. Why did zoey agree to this trip??? Couldn’t be me.

Damn too bad Jae turned out to be a poser. I really want zoey to have a shot at something real instead of letting it pass her by because she’s hung up on stenton

Who the fuck does Jenna think she is banging on zoey’s door like she’s the police. I’m sick of her disrespecting zoey. She need a to check her man and leave zoey out the shits.

I’m over zoey continually letting stenton back in. I actually don’t rate them as a couple or potential couple because they can’t see to get their shit together, and unfortunately others suffer in the process.

I’m sorry Sarah Barrett would have attended Jenna holiday celebration by herself. I’m not sure why she asked zoey to with or why zoey agreed, but I would have respectfully declined.

Zoey sounds like a broken record

Zoey did Bernard dirty in Jamaica. She and stenton can go to hell. All they’ve done is brought misery to each other’s lives and innocent people they pulled in the mix.

Zoey and Stenton getting their HEA was blah to me

[Victoria · Rating 5 out of 5]

AN APB PERSPECTIVE REVIEW:
Let me first say I was not sold on Love Belvin… I was not happy after book one of this series as it was my first read by this author (an oversight I will be correcting). Well after reading Delivered I have seen the light.. I am redeemed… I am now a Love Belvin fan…….

Stenton Rogers has been for me the most original male lead I have read this year. I mean who goes to the lengths he did for Love… or should I say to hold on to Love… StentRo does that’s who… and I have to say it endeared me to him even more. He found his perfection and did not want to let it go… He found his soul and did not want to ever be disconnected.. He found his breath and would die if it was taken away.. He found lasting Love something he never had and it scarred him but it also propelled him into action. ("You went beyond controlling her in scenes. You went to controlling her destiny.” Ezra ) sidebar Ezra needs his own book… ok back to Stent.. He did what he felt he had to in order to insure his connection to what he knew was His Life sustaining force. I must say Love Belvin.. I love how he moved….(lol)…
Now miss Elizabeth aka Zoey.. She was on my last nerve but I soon let it go to the fact that she was knee deep in the struggle of Maturity and Security of the heart. She was so afraid of not being enough that she could not see or would not hear that “Simply Zoey” was enough from day one. I was a little bothered by the fact that she did not know B was TOTALLY… Gay.. lol…(IMO)… BUT for all that took place over the 10 plus years I was happy to see Zoey grow and finally open her eyes to what was so clearly in front of HER the entire time.

Love Belvin I love how you handled the church aspect. It was not over the top, it was not forced behavior it was in your face truth… I also loved the relationship between Sarah and Stenton. She became the mother he was missing. The entire parent dynamic was genuine. Great job all around.

[Chefgirlardee · Rating 5 out of 5]

AMAZING! Words cannot describe how beautiful this story was. The whole storyline, the backstory, the memories, the highs and lows! Such a masterpiece! I just loved their sexual chemistry, growth and of course that they could breathe again! I felt like I was holding my breath along with Zoey (Elizabeth) and Stenton! I'm so glad Angela and Zoey made up! I really hated how their cousin bond was broken in the first book but I loved how they reconciled and ran the bakery together. The BDSM was hot! Especially in the first book but I was so glad it was their thing. OMG Zoey's mom was heaven sent. Her supportive nature and how she embraced Stent was so beautiful. I really liked how Zoey and Stent formed bonds with both of their families even when they were at their lowest points. I loved the message of forgiveness. Love Belvin throws in Christianity/views of the church in her storyline without being preachy or judgmental. She's excellent at it. Zoey's bull headedness and strong willed nature was kind of exhausting but so relatable. Yes Stent and Zoey manipulated each other but I kind of think they got off on it too! I really enjoyed that Zoey still accomplished all of her dreams despite a little set back in her early 20s. Bernard, Maggie, Jenna Erika. I feel like Erika and Shirez is my least favorite characters in this enitre universe. In the first story I couldn't stand Tynisha and Alton but in this book I really liked them! I read Jackson's story before this book so it was cool to see how Quincy was before he passed away. I ABSOLUTELY LOVED IT!