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Co๐ป๐๐ฟ๐ผ๐๐ฒ๐ฟ๐๐ถ๐ฎ๐น ๐ฟ๐ฒ๐น๐ฎ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป๐๐ต๐ถ๐ฝ ๐ฝ๐ผ๐ฑ๐ฐ๐ฎ๐๐๐ฒ๐ฟ ๐ฎ๐ ๐ป๐ถ๐ด๐ต๐ ๐ฎ๐ป๐ฑ ๐ฝ๐๐๐ฐ๐ต๐ผ๐น๐ผ๐ด๐ ๐ฝ๐ฟ๐ผ๐ณ๐ฒ๐๐๐ผ๐ฟ ๐ฏ๐ ๐ฑ๐ฎ๐, ๐๐ต๐ถ๐ฐ๐ฎ๐ด๐ผ ๐๐ฒ๐ป๐๐ผ๐ป ๐ต๐ฎ๐ ๐ป๐ฒ๐๐ฒ๐ฟ ๐ฏ๐ฒ๐ฒ๐ป ๐ฎ๐ณ๐ฟ๐ฎ๐ถ๐ฑ ๐๐ผ ๐ณ๐ผ๐น๐น๐ผ๐ ๐ต๐ถ๐ ๐ผ๐๐ป ๐ฟ๐๐น๐ฒ๐. ๐ฅ๐ฎ๐ถ๐๐ฒ๐ฑ ๐ฏ๐ ๐ฎ๐ป ๐ฒ๐บ๐ผ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป๐ฎ๐น๐น๐ ๐๐ป๐๐๐ฎ๐ฏ๐น๐ฒ ๐บ๐ผ๐๐ต๐ฒ๐ฟ ๐ฎ๐ป๐ฑ ๐ฑ๐ฒ๐ฎ๐น๐ถ๐ป๐ด ๐๐ถ๐๐ต ๐๐ผ๐บ๐ฒ๐ป ๐๐ต๐ผ ๐ฝ๐น๐ฎ๐๐ฒ๐ฑ ๐๐ผ๐ผ ๐บ๐ฎ๐ป๐ ๐ด๐ฎ๐บ๐ฒ๐ ๐๐ฎ๐๐ด๐ต๐ ๐ต๐ถ๐บ ๐ผ๐ป๐น๐ ๐๐ผ ๐ฑ๐ฒ๐ฝ๐ฒ๐ป๐ฑ ๐ผ๐ป ๐ต๐ถ๐บ๐๐ฒ๐น๐ณ. ๐๐ผ๐๐ฒ ๐๐ฎ๐ ๐ผ๐ป๐น๐ ๐ผ๐ฝ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป๐ฎ๐น.
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Published October 27, 2023
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November 13, 2023
4.5 Stars โญ๏ธโญ๏ธโญ๏ธโญ๏ธ
Whew! The way I straddled the fence about my feelings towards Chicago David Benton! It started with dislike for his one sided views on how women should conduct themselves to get a man and keep a man then, quickly morphed into straight up disdain. Chicago was givinโ Kevin Samuels 2.0 and I ainโt like that one damn bit. ๐๐๐๐ As with most MMCs, thereโs an origin story behind their horrible behavior. Chicago grew up with a mama battling Paranoid Schizophrenia so, he didnโt have the best childhood. After his daddy died, Chicago had to grow up quickly and become the man of the house and, because he was the spitting image of his daddy, a lot of his mamaโs ire, rage, anger, and emotional abuse was directed at him which, altered Chicagoโs views on women. Now, I will say this, SOME (definitely not all) of the things Chicago said actually made sense. But, his delivery was just flat out disrespectful. He was rude, condescending, and unapologetic about his views towards women and his take on black love. Chicago had a severe case of tunnel vision. His POV was the only POV that mattered until he met his favorite shade of blue. ๐ฅฐ๐ฅฐ๐ฅฐ๐ฅฐ Indigo moved to NYC with dreams of becoming a playwright. Sheโs sold a few manuscripts to a local playhouse but, she still hasnโt gotten her big break yet. When Indi meets Chicago, she immediately knows she should turn around and run in the opposite direction. Be still, my twitching lady parts indeed. ๐๐๐๐ The alarm bells are going off just from the way he speaks to her. This man is anti-EVERYTHING she wants in a future partner and, yet, she cannot shake her attraction. The red flags are all but slappinโ her in the face but, for some ungodly reason, Indi just cannot fight the pull Chicago has on her. This is one of those occasions where, the heart wants what the heart wants but, the heart really should mind itโs damn business. In theory, Indi and Chicago should not have worked as a couple. He had one too many personality traits that mimicked her abusive ex and that alone shouldโve been enough for Indi to say nope and chunk his ass the deuce. But you gotta love a man whoโs willing to not only listen but, hear what sheโs saying and change (not modify) for the woman heโs falling in love with. โTeach me how to love you.โ Sips wine and mops face with tissues cause, honey, my tears runneth over. ๐ญ๐ญ๐ญ๐ญ Chicago Blues was a phenomenal read. It was engaging, emotional, and heartfelt. The authorโs exploration of mental health was done exceptionally well. I thought she did a great job of showing us how mental health effects not only the person going through it but, the entire family as well. Iโve read a couple of books by Tiye but, Chicago Blues is, by far, my favorite ready by her. There just arenโt enough great things I can say about this book so, do yourself a favor and add it to your TBR ASAP!
Whew! The way I straddled the fence about my feelings towards Chicago David Benton! It started with dislike for his one sided views on how women should conduct themselves to get a man and keep a man then, quickly morphed into straight up disdain. Chicago was givinโ Kevin Samuels 2.0 and I ainโt like that one damn bit. ๐๐๐๐ As with most MMCs, thereโs an origin story behind their horrible behavior. Chicago grew up with a mama battling Paranoid Schizophrenia so, he didnโt have the best childhood. After his daddy died, Chicago had to grow up quickly and become the man of the house and, because he was the spitting image of his daddy, a lot of his mamaโs ire, rage, anger, and emotional abuse was directed at him which, altered Chicagoโs views on women. Now, I will say this, SOME (definitely not all) of the things Chicago said actually made sense. But, his delivery was just flat out disrespectful. He was rude, condescending, and unapologetic about his views towards women and his take on black love. Chicago had a severe case of tunnel vision. His POV was the only POV that mattered until he met his favorite shade of blue. ๐ฅฐ๐ฅฐ๐ฅฐ๐ฅฐ Indigo moved to NYC with dreams of becoming a playwright. Sheโs sold a few manuscripts to a local playhouse but, she still hasnโt gotten her big break yet. When Indi meets Chicago, she immediately knows she should turn around and run in the opposite direction. Be still, my twitching lady parts indeed. ๐๐๐๐ The alarm bells are going off just from the way he speaks to her. This man is anti-EVERYTHING she wants in a future partner and, yet, she cannot shake her attraction. The red flags are all but slappinโ her in the face but, for some ungodly reason, Indi just cannot fight the pull Chicago has on her. This is one of those occasions where, the heart wants what the heart wants but, the heart really should mind itโs damn business. In theory, Indi and Chicago should not have worked as a couple. He had one too many personality traits that mimicked her abusive ex and that alone shouldโve been enough for Indi to say nope and chunk his ass the deuce. But you gotta love a man whoโs willing to not only listen but, hear what sheโs saying and change (not modify) for the woman heโs falling in love with. โTeach me how to love you.โ Sips wine and mops face with tissues cause, honey, my tears runneth over. ๐ญ๐ญ๐ญ๐ญ Chicago Blues was a phenomenal read. It was engaging, emotional, and heartfelt. The authorโs exploration of mental health was done exceptionally well. I thought she did a great job of showing us how mental health effects not only the person going through it but, the entire family as well. Iโve read a couple of books by Tiye but, Chicago Blues is, by far, my favorite ready by her. There just arenโt enough great things I can say about this book so, do yourself a favor and add it to your TBR ASAP!
November 4, 2023
โYou talk to God about me?โ โYeah,โ she nodded. โHe knew I loved you before I did.โ ๐๐
Being a skilled author is a true talent that Iโm realizing more and more with each book I read. When an author is able to manipulate words in a way that causes my heart to beat erratically and transform me to another dimension Iโm in awe. I absolutely love when a book makes my soul stir and reminds me that Iโm alive and Chicago Blues did just that! This story held me captive from page one and has yet to release me.
She was his favorite shade of blue, Indigoโฆ, a fierce firecracker that was determined not to allow the demons of her past to dim her light.
As a passionate creative, her dreams of becoming a successful playwright was within her grasps and she refused to allow her current circumstances to deviate from her destiny.
Chicago was a renowned psychologist, an NYU professor, tv personality on MSNBC and popular podcast host. And not just any podcast, he was the Kevin Samuelโs of the podcast worldโฆโฆ. IYKYK๐ฌ๐ With his firmly planted views on black love and the age old debate of women vs men as it relates to submitting, Chicago had very little optimism when it came to finding the love of his life. HUNTY!!!! Why did Indigo give this man a run for his mf money! I mean stick a fork in him because he was DONE, COOKED, dryer than your grannyโs thanksgiving turkey! They say it doesnโt take a man long to know when a woman is for him and this was evident when he crossed paths with his favorite shade of blue. ๐
With Tiye being a NTMA I went into this read blindly with zero expectations because I had none of her previous work to make a sound comparison. I posted the book cover in the chat and was given different variations of a green light to check out her work. After this, Tiye has a fan FOR ๐๐ฝ LIFE๐๐ฝ. The way she tackled love and mental health was masterfully done!! I could go on and on and on about why you should read this book but I hope my review is all the convincing you need to not only add Chicago Blues to your TBR but to also make it apart of your weekend reads!
Being a skilled author is a true talent that Iโm realizing more and more with each book I read. When an author is able to manipulate words in a way that causes my heart to beat erratically and transform me to another dimension Iโm in awe. I absolutely love when a book makes my soul stir and reminds me that Iโm alive and Chicago Blues did just that! This story held me captive from page one and has yet to release me.
She was his favorite shade of blue, Indigoโฆ, a fierce firecracker that was determined not to allow the demons of her past to dim her light.
As a passionate creative, her dreams of becoming a successful playwright was within her grasps and she refused to allow her current circumstances to deviate from her destiny.
Chicago was a renowned psychologist, an NYU professor, tv personality on MSNBC and popular podcast host. And not just any podcast, he was the Kevin Samuelโs of the podcast worldโฆโฆ. IYKYK๐ฌ๐ With his firmly planted views on black love and the age old debate of women vs men as it relates to submitting, Chicago had very little optimism when it came to finding the love of his life. HUNTY!!!! Why did Indigo give this man a run for his mf money! I mean stick a fork in him because he was DONE, COOKED, dryer than your grannyโs thanksgiving turkey! They say it doesnโt take a man long to know when a woman is for him and this was evident when he crossed paths with his favorite shade of blue. ๐
With Tiye being a NTMA I went into this read blindly with zero expectations because I had none of her previous work to make a sound comparison. I posted the book cover in the chat and was given different variations of a green light to check out her work. After this, Tiye has a fan FOR ๐๐ฝ LIFE๐๐ฝ. The way she tackled love and mental health was masterfully done!! I could go on and on and on about why you should read this book but I hope my review is all the convincing you need to not only add Chicago Blues to your TBR but to also make it apart of your weekend reads!
November 20, 2023
Overcoming the Blues
Chicago was a Psychologist, TV correspondent, and a podcaster. He was one of those.....just give a man a podcast so they can blame women for every damn thing. He was the typical "who hurt you," type of man and couldn't see past the trauma he experienced to realize it was effecting his opinion of women, despite him being a Psychologist. His mother had a mental break from a tragic incident and he was left "parenting" both himself, his sister, and often times his mother way before his time. His mother needed daily care and that is where he met Indigo the nurse's aide for his mother that happened to also be a Playwright. Chicago and Indigo had an immediate attraction, but they seemed to be the total opposite of each other. I love how they both became open to trying love even with all the reservations they seemed to have between them. Indigo had been pursuing her dream and after a terrible relationship knocked her off her square, she was finally seeing the fruits of her labor but life was falling apart. Meeting Chicago, although it wasn't on the best terms, gave her a chance to focus on her dream.
I always love when the mmc falls first. Chicago fell hard and for me it was almost a harsh transition. I would have liked him to ease into that just a little more. His transition from hard to soft, felt like it was at a snap of the fingers. Overall though, I love the range that was shown in this story. The author did a beautiful job addressing mental health, mommy issues, overcoming abuse, and being open to love. I would love a sneak peak into what is next for Chicago and Indigo.
Chicago was a Psychologist, TV correspondent, and a podcaster. He was one of those.....just give a man a podcast so they can blame women for every damn thing. He was the typical "who hurt you," type of man and couldn't see past the trauma he experienced to realize it was effecting his opinion of women, despite him being a Psychologist. His mother had a mental break from a tragic incident and he was left "parenting" both himself, his sister, and often times his mother way before his time. His mother needed daily care and that is where he met Indigo the nurse's aide for his mother that happened to also be a Playwright. Chicago and Indigo had an immediate attraction, but they seemed to be the total opposite of each other. I love how they both became open to trying love even with all the reservations they seemed to have between them. Indigo had been pursuing her dream and after a terrible relationship knocked her off her square, she was finally seeing the fruits of her labor but life was falling apart. Meeting Chicago, although it wasn't on the best terms, gave her a chance to focus on her dream.
I always love when the mmc falls first. Chicago fell hard and for me it was almost a harsh transition. I would have liked him to ease into that just a little more. His transition from hard to soft, felt like it was at a snap of the fingers. Overall though, I love the range that was shown in this story. The author did a beautiful job addressing mental health, mommy issues, overcoming abuse, and being open to love. I would love a sneak peak into what is next for Chicago and Indigo.
April 12, 2025
Indigo x Chicago ๐ฅฐ
I loved, loved Chicago Blues.
Chicago eventually won me over, but his Kevin Samuel's wanna be self had my nose turned all the way up and low-key, hoping he'd get his feeling super hurt. But his charm and BDE had me swooning. Tattoos, educated, bearded, a little mommy issue, a little emotionally unstableโฆ๐ฅฐ๐ฅฐ๐ฅฐ ๐ฉ
Though his views on women and black love were a little skewed, I didn't fully hate everything he was saying BUTโฆmajor side eye ๐๐
Deep down, Chy was a hurt, gentle soul who loved fiercely, despite his past and youth. After he met Indigo, he was attracted. The more he got to know her, the more he became drawn and attracted to her. He didn't understand this attraction.
Honestly, neither did Indigo. She's free, independent, and kinda going through a rough patch, and had some abandonment issues, but she was still a beautiful soulโฆmeant for Chy. I love that she didn't really let that man intimidate her.
I love the intentionality on both their parts on how they love one another, especially Chy. He protected her and reassured her constantly.
This was a fantastic readโฆprobably one of this year's top read.
10/10
I loved, loved Chicago Blues.
Chicago eventually won me over, but his Kevin Samuel's wanna be self had my nose turned all the way up and low-key, hoping he'd get his feeling super hurt. But his charm and BDE had me swooning. Tattoos, educated, bearded, a little mommy issue, a little emotionally unstableโฆ๐ฅฐ๐ฅฐ๐ฅฐ ๐ฉ
Though his views on women and black love were a little skewed, I didn't fully hate everything he was saying BUTโฆmajor side eye ๐๐
Deep down, Chy was a hurt, gentle soul who loved fiercely, despite his past and youth. After he met Indigo, he was attracted. The more he got to know her, the more he became drawn and attracted to her. He didn't understand this attraction.
Honestly, neither did Indigo. She's free, independent, and kinda going through a rough patch, and had some abandonment issues, but she was still a beautiful soulโฆmeant for Chy. I love that she didn't really let that man intimidate her.
I love the intentionality on both their parts on how they love one another, especially Chy. He protected her and reassured her constantly.
This was a fantastic readโฆprobably one of this year's top read.
10/10
November 18, 2023
This book was really really good!!
November 8, 2023
Tiye! I have been rocking with you for a minute and have enjoyed soooo many of your books. But honey, you showed yo whole ass with this one! ๐ฅ๐ฅโค I felt like I was floating, living in an alternate universe or something! The way you snatched me up, and took me on a ride with these characters, is nothing short of amazing! I could almost feel Chicagoโs despair, pain, confusion, frustration, and grief as he loves his mother dearly, but is having a hard time coping. He has yet to reconcile the events from his childhood, and unfortunately those same events have shaped his present life!
Chicago! I know he has issues, but bruh was just harsh, and in yo face with his comments, and it was doing more harm than good with his listeners. They just wanted to learn from him, but he couldn't see past his pain to understand their point of view. The trauma he endured growing up with Divine must have really done him in, because he is scarred! ๐ However, deep down he wants love, maybe even craves it, but doesnโt think or believe it is obtainable for him.
Indigo, fiercely independent, and also has scars due to her absent parents, and an abusive ex. However, she leads with love, and is determined to get all out of life that she deserves. Meeting Chicago was a shock, as this man is handsome as hell, but mean and gruff. Why does that make me feel a way? Kinda sexy! ๐ฅต Indigo was an enigma to Chicago. Who is this woman that will talk back to me, challenge me, and not take my ish? Hmmmโฆ I think I like it. ๐
This couple was textbook wrong, wrong, wrong! But they were drawn to each other, and nothing could stop the crash course from happening. As they got to know each other and revealed their pasts, my heart broke a little more as I continued to turn the pages! They had both been through so much! Chile, when Chicago told Indigo, โTeach me how to love you,โ I melted right into my chair; and the tears were threatening to fall. How did you get him from there to here? ๐ Chicago now has his own shade of blue, Indigo! ๐
Ma'am this read is everything! I don't want to say much more, but I feel like I will carry Chicago and Indigo in my spirit for a long time to come! Amazing read!! ๐ฅ
Chicago! I know he has issues, but bruh was just harsh, and in yo face with his comments, and it was doing more harm than good with his listeners. They just wanted to learn from him, but he couldn't see past his pain to understand their point of view. The trauma he endured growing up with Divine must have really done him in, because he is scarred! ๐ However, deep down he wants love, maybe even craves it, but doesnโt think or believe it is obtainable for him.
Indigo, fiercely independent, and also has scars due to her absent parents, and an abusive ex. However, she leads with love, and is determined to get all out of life that she deserves. Meeting Chicago was a shock, as this man is handsome as hell, but mean and gruff. Why does that make me feel a way? Kinda sexy! ๐ฅต Indigo was an enigma to Chicago. Who is this woman that will talk back to me, challenge me, and not take my ish? Hmmmโฆ I think I like it. ๐
This couple was textbook wrong, wrong, wrong! But they were drawn to each other, and nothing could stop the crash course from happening. As they got to know each other and revealed their pasts, my heart broke a little more as I continued to turn the pages! They had both been through so much! Chile, when Chicago told Indigo, โTeach me how to love you,โ I melted right into my chair; and the tears were threatening to fall. How did you get him from there to here? ๐ Chicago now has his own shade of blue, Indigo! ๐
Ma'am this read is everything! I don't want to say much more, but I feel like I will carry Chicago and Indigo in my spirit for a long time to come! Amazing read!! ๐ฅ
November 14, 2023
Chicago Chicago Chicago.... Chicago made my ass itch with his views. After reflecting on it, it wasn't his message but his delivery. Chicago, a professor at New York University, is also a prominent podcast speaker and a psychologist. As a result of his personal experiences, he has formed quite firm opinions on black love. Indigo was a shining light and a firecracker no matter what life threw at her. She moved to New York to pursue her dreams as a writer but quickly discovered that nothing comes easily in the City That Never Sleeps. During the day, Indigo works as a caregiver, and in her spare time, she writes. Indigo's care for Chicago's schizophrenic mother marks the beginning of the two people's romantic journey together. Both Chicago and Indigo had been hurt by love before, and I appreciated seeing them take a risk on healing each other through their love for one another. Even though I didn't think Chicago would fallย first, I was here for his begging. I thought it was sweet that he wanted her to show him the ropes of love.
April 20, 2024
4.5 stars ๐๐๐๐
November 17, 2023
4.5 โญ๏ธ
This was such a good story, I loved everything about it. Chicago was getting serious side eye from me in the beginning with his views and the way he delivered them but in comes Indigo. His favorite shade of blue. She humbled him. They humbled each other, actually. Iโm not a huge fan of instant love but I got all the feels from these two. Chicago & Indigo needed each other and Iโm glad Indigo decided to let her fear go and just love and BE LOVED.
Chicagoโs relationship with his mother shaped the way he viewed relationships and I loved that we got to see their healing. Divineโs story was told perfectly. Her mental illness was written about with care. This was my first read by this author and Iโm down to read more from her.
This was such a good story, I loved everything about it. Chicago was getting serious side eye from me in the beginning with his views and the way he delivered them but in comes Indigo. His favorite shade of blue. She humbled him. They humbled each other, actually. Iโm not a huge fan of instant love but I got all the feels from these two. Chicago & Indigo needed each other and Iโm glad Indigo decided to let her fear go and just love and BE LOVED.
Chicagoโs relationship with his mother shaped the way he viewed relationships and I loved that we got to see their healing. Divineโs story was told perfectly. Her mental illness was written about with care. This was my first read by this author and Iโm down to read more from her.
February 6, 2024
Captivating!!!!!! Emotional!!!!!!!!! Heart-Tugging!!!!!!!!
At first I was a bit angry with Chi's views on his BLACK LOVE PODCAST. Then I realized he was entitled to his opinion based on his personal experiences. Even though, I and quite a few of his listeners did not agree. lol!!!! But I rather Chi come hard and honest than deceitful.
Sweet, loving and kind, Indigo had been through so much heart-ache and abandonment in her life and she needed a strong and loving man to lift her up, not constantly put her down.
Nevertheless, her brutal ex-boyfriend should be up under the jail. But my man, Chicago, handled his business and covered his queen! And I really loved that! I also admired how Chi and Zuri cared for their mother through her mental health challenges. Awesome story!!!
November 9, 2023
WOWโฆ..Beautifully Written Storyโฆ.Mental Health With Dignity and Grace.
November 2, 2023
His favorite color is Indigo.
This masterpiece is powerful, it touches on so many issues from mental health to domestic violence. Chicago and Zuri had such a jaded life after the passing of their father. His death literally took their lives in a whirlpool of emotions because of the effect it had on their mother. Lady Devine had a few crucial medical conditions including schizoaffective disorder however she was also a brilliant artist. Her life drastically changed after the love of her life passed as well but when she could muster up some normalcy she did. Her condition is what brought Indigo to this amazing family. She was able to manage Lady Devine better than an educated nurse. Additionally, Indigo needed unconditional love and someone who believed in her. Chicago was that man that did exactly that. Not only was Indigo Chicago's favorite color but his heart as well. He fell quickly, hard, and deep for Indigo. He was willing to learn how to love her. When he asked Indigo to teach him how to love her that was my favorite part of the book. He was willing to change his ways and beliefs for the woman he loved. Chicago needed an adjustment in his beliefs about women. I appreciate how this book ended because everyone was moving towards healing. Chicago was finally understanding his mother more and forgave her for his and Zuri's childhood. Indigo's demon was finally defeated and sent back to the dark hole he crawled from. However, I think Zuri needs to tell her story next so she can start fully healing. And in the interim, we could get an update on Chicago and Indigo's life. I would love to read how they manage their lives with a baby or two. This is an awesome novel, get into it. Ms.Tiye did her thing on this one.
This masterpiece is powerful, it touches on so many issues from mental health to domestic violence. Chicago and Zuri had such a jaded life after the passing of their father. His death literally took their lives in a whirlpool of emotions because of the effect it had on their mother. Lady Devine had a few crucial medical conditions including schizoaffective disorder however she was also a brilliant artist. Her life drastically changed after the love of her life passed as well but when she could muster up some normalcy she did. Her condition is what brought Indigo to this amazing family. She was able to manage Lady Devine better than an educated nurse. Additionally, Indigo needed unconditional love and someone who believed in her. Chicago was that man that did exactly that. Not only was Indigo Chicago's favorite color but his heart as well. He fell quickly, hard, and deep for Indigo. He was willing to learn how to love her. When he asked Indigo to teach him how to love her that was my favorite part of the book. He was willing to change his ways and beliefs for the woman he loved. Chicago needed an adjustment in his beliefs about women. I appreciate how this book ended because everyone was moving towards healing. Chicago was finally understanding his mother more and forgave her for his and Zuri's childhood. Indigo's demon was finally defeated and sent back to the dark hole he crawled from. However, I think Zuri needs to tell her story next so she can start fully healing. And in the interim, we could get an update on Chicago and Indigo's life. I would love to read how they manage their lives with a baby or two. This is an awesome novel, get into it. Ms.Tiye did her thing on this one.
October 30, 2023
So so good
When I first started the story, I thought my favorite couple, Zora and Michael had a part in this one. I was not happy until I realized they were ancillary characters, and their marriage was fine. Whew! Chicago and Indigo were the stars in this one. The story had a heavy story that included Mental Health issues and family dynamic things. Indigo was an aspiring playwright and a caregiver for Chicago Benton's mother. He was an on-air radio partner with Zora, he was also a psychologist with a striking opinion about women. He and Indigo clashed like the Titans over his mother's care. Her take-no-mess personality freed Chicago to examine his thoughts about women and to accept his fate.
I loved seeing Chicago's growth from the time we first met him in 'Endgames.' Overall, this was a fabulous story.
When I first started the story, I thought my favorite couple, Zora and Michael had a part in this one. I was not happy until I realized they were ancillary characters, and their marriage was fine. Whew! Chicago and Indigo were the stars in this one. The story had a heavy story that included Mental Health issues and family dynamic things. Indigo was an aspiring playwright and a caregiver for Chicago Benton's mother. He was an on-air radio partner with Zora, he was also a psychologist with a striking opinion about women. He and Indigo clashed like the Titans over his mother's care. Her take-no-mess personality freed Chicago to examine his thoughts about women and to accept his fate.
I loved seeing Chicago's growth from the time we first met him in 'Endgames.' Overall, this was a fabulous story.
November 5, 2023
Chicago Blues
READ! This was such a beautiful representation of love, the progression of love, and the beauty and rawness at the beginning of it. I felt the connection between Chicago and Indigo and I was cheering for them til the last page. The depiction of the mental disorder Divine has was sad and heartbreaking but there was still the presence of beauty in her life. I loved this read, Chicago and Indigo gave love and effective communication. โMy heart doesnโt want to beat without youโ.
READ! This was such a beautiful representation of love, the progression of love, and the beauty and rawness at the beginning of it. I felt the connection between Chicago and Indigo and I was cheering for them til the last page. The depiction of the mental disorder Divine has was sad and heartbreaking but there was still the presence of beauty in her life. I loved this read, Chicago and Indigo gave love and effective communication. โMy heart doesnโt want to beat without youโ.
November 10, 2023
My first read by this author and it was so beautifully crafted. Iโm still in awe.โฅ๏ธ๐ฅ
March 1, 2025
A surprisingly good story dealing with the perils of dating and finding love, dealing with mental illness and not allowing old trauma to block forward progress in your life. This book even addresses how we really need to stop selling podcast mics to men. Chicago Blues is also a great example of โif he wanted to he would.โ
October 28, 2023
Chicago Blues tells the journey of podcast host Chicago Benton and up and coming playwright Indigo Lyriq. Chicago has the personality most women would find off-putting but he makes up for it with his looks. He is not one to fall easily and afraid to commit. Once he encounters Indigo, his view on relationships and women change. While Indigo tries to fight the attraction, it is bit challenging to avoid Chicago when Indigo is the caregiver for Chicago's mom. Can the two learn to let go of past hurts and trust their feelings are real and pursue a relationship? Readers will need to download Chicago Benton to find out.
Overall, I enjoyed this story. Chicago never expected to meet Indigo and with his crazy views on women it was funny to see how quickly he fell. Tiye also does a great job crafting the story to also speak on subjects that some families experience with love ones and how it impacts the children. I would recommend this read.
Overall, I enjoyed this story. Chicago never expected to meet Indigo and with his crazy views on women it was funny to see how quickly he fell. Tiye also does a great job crafting the story to also speak on subjects that some families experience with love ones and how it impacts the children. I would recommend this read.
November 1, 2023
I really enjoyed this book from beginning to end. Indigo and Chicago fit so well together and they both needed each other. Chicago needed Indigo to challenge him in a way no other woman had and to get him to see that some of his ideals about women were based on his jaded perception and not actual reality and Indigo needed Chicago to make her feel safe to submit and know that he would support her dreams like no man had some before. This story was really well written and this couple seemed to balance each other out. I loved their chemistry and connection from beginning to end and I loved how they loved on each other. I highly recommend this book and look forward to what will come next from this author.
June 20, 2025
Adored this book - the narrators did a good job - Benjamin Charles embodied the character of Chicago. ๐๐พIโm a sucker for broken characters who finally heal. This was a good book and a very realistic aspect of having a family member with mental health needs.
November 17, 2023
What goes around...
When Chicago met Indigo, not only did she debunk every belief that he had about love and relationships, she also gave him a taste of his own medicine. And boy did the tables turn! He went from declaring what women weren't willing to do to secure a man by submission, to yielding and compromising his own beliefs to get the girl! Mental health, trauma response and coping mechanisms also played a role in this beautiful tale of love, commitment and healing! From the gorgeous cover to the lead and supporting characters, this story was nicely done!
When Chicago met Indigo, not only did she debunk every belief that he had about love and relationships, she also gave him a taste of his own medicine. And boy did the tables turn! He went from declaring what women weren't willing to do to secure a man by submission, to yielding and compromising his own beliefs to get the girl! Mental health, trauma response and coping mechanisms also played a role in this beautiful tale of love, commitment and healing! From the gorgeous cover to the lead and supporting characters, this story was nicely done!
October 28, 2023
Unconditional Love
Indigo and Chicago ... Child, this isn't the story that you'll come, I'm anticipating. Instead, you'll have to open your perspective. Especially if you'll someone who has filtered the social media gender wars. I say that because when we first meet Chicago, all you or should I say, I pictured was Kevin Samuel. Like child, you knew why he grinded Indigo's gear so much. Yet, once you get past all the assumptions and hang ups. The relationship between Divine and Indigo allows you to root for Chicago. You'll see vulnerability in a different light. You'll look at submission in a different tone. You'll see that the fight for love isn't as ugly or pretty as one may think. But when you trust and follow thru. Your soul connects with the one who is most worthy. Enjoy the journey that is Chicago and Indigo.
Indigo and Chicago ... Child, this isn't the story that you'll come, I'm anticipating. Instead, you'll have to open your perspective. Especially if you'll someone who has filtered the social media gender wars. I say that because when we first meet Chicago, all you or should I say, I pictured was Kevin Samuel. Like child, you knew why he grinded Indigo's gear so much. Yet, once you get past all the assumptions and hang ups. The relationship between Divine and Indigo allows you to root for Chicago. You'll see vulnerability in a different light. You'll look at submission in a different tone. You'll see that the fight for love isn't as ugly or pretty as one may think. But when you trust and follow thru. Your soul connects with the one who is most worthy. Enjoy the journey that is Chicago and Indigo.
October 29, 2023
I just cried
Chicago and Indigo!!!!!!! Why y'all do me like this. This was such a beautiful, intense, sexy and honest journey about a flawed path to love. I really enjoyed every minute of these two. They made me laugh and cry. I found myself identifying with both characters. Love can be complicated if we don't let go of our baggage. That was the biggest lesson let go of the past, submit to each other and love without limits. Special shout out to how the scene went down with the scorned lover from his past. Grown woman ish! This is a good read.
Chicago and Indigo!!!!!!! Why y'all do me like this. This was such a beautiful, intense, sexy and honest journey about a flawed path to love. I really enjoyed every minute of these two. They made me laugh and cry. I found myself identifying with both characters. Love can be complicated if we don't let go of our baggage. That was the biggest lesson let go of the past, submit to each other and love without limits. Special shout out to how the scene went down with the scorned lover from his past. Grown woman ish! This is a good read.
October 28, 2023
Black society views on mental health hiding behind the facade of society expectations on what family is supposed to look like or represent all while fighting demons. Strength doesnโt mean weโre supposed to mask our emotions, weโre supposed to embrace one another trusting our feelings and releasing our fear.
November 3, 2023
Great read.
When I first started this story I just knew I wasnโt gonna like Chicago. But when all the dust settle Chicago and Indigo was exactly what the doctor ordered for each other. Both their past traumas were the very things that helped them understand each other in a way other would never. The low moments made the love they found that much sweeter. Tiyeโs pen is always controversial lol but every story she pens is always a journey worth experiencing. I hope to see more of this crew in the future.
When I first started this story I just knew I wasnโt gonna like Chicago. But when all the dust settle Chicago and Indigo was exactly what the doctor ordered for each other. Both their past traumas were the very things that helped them understand each other in a way other would never. The low moments made the love they found that much sweeter. Tiyeโs pen is always controversial lol but every story she pens is always a journey worth experiencing. I hope to see more of this crew in the future.
November 4, 2023
Chicago Blues
I have been waiting for Chicago's story for a while and after the second chapter I almost stopped reading this story. His attitude on his podcast was disappointing ,but then it made me curious as to why he viewed women the way that he did and I ended up understanding Chicago. If you are a fan of Tiye's you will love this story don't judge just read!!!
I have been waiting for Chicago's story for a while and after the second chapter I almost stopped reading this story. His attitude on his podcast was disappointing ,but then it made me curious as to why he viewed women the way that he did and I ended up understanding Chicago. If you are a fan of Tiye's you will love this story don't judge just read!!!
January 11, 2024
Chicago Blues
Indigo was easy to love๐ she was strong willed and down to earth. She truly loved caring for Divine. Chi was smug and not easy to love. I hated his opinions and interactions with women unto he fell for Indigo!
Indigo was easy to love๐ she was strong willed and down to earth. She truly loved caring for Divine. Chi was smug and not easy to love. I hated his opinions and interactions with women unto he fell for Indigo!
November 2, 2023
Love heals
Man this story reminds you that love can heal. Chicago didn't realize that the trauma of losing his father and his mother's mental health issues cause him to have warped views of women and relationships. Indigo's views are based on past experiences, so while both views are valid it hurt them where they almost lost out on having a healthy and happy relationship. Overall great story
Man this story reminds you that love can heal. Chicago didn't realize that the trauma of losing his father and his mother's mental health issues cause him to have warped views of women and relationships. Indigo's views are based on past experiences, so while both views are valid it hurt them where they almost lost out on having a healthy and happy relationship. Overall great story
November 2, 2023
Just Good
Tiye you did this. I had so many emotions run through me while reading this and of course when Chi left Armistad on the concrete he became my hero. Indigo had me wanting to put her on the couch along with Divine. I loved reading this one. I wish it hadnโt ended until the play was in lights. Awesome story๐
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Tiye you did this. I had so many emotions run through me while reading this and of course when Chi left Armistad on the concrete he became my hero. Indigo had me wanting to put her on the couch along with Divine. I loved reading this one. I wish it hadnโt ended until the play was in lights. Awesome story๐
Happy Readingโผ๏ธ
November 23, 2023
A phenomenal love story!
An exceptional, powerful, and well written love story!! I mean this is must romance novel of the year to read!! You fall in love with every thing about Tiye masterpiece!!
An exceptional, powerful, and well written love story!! I mean this is must romance novel of the year to read!! You fall in love with every thing about Tiye masterpiece!!
August 15, 2025
Chicago and indigos story was so precious. Both dealing with trauma but still trying to find โค๏ธ love
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