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First Class Love
In First Class Love, you’re introduced to Regina Louise Hinson and Jeremy Trey Love. After spending just one passionate night together overseas in the early eighties, their romance is put on the backburner because of military duties. While Trey is on his secret mission, Regina finds out she’s carrying his child. Missing the man who stole her heart, Regina is discharged from the Navy before he returns and moves back home with their son. She’s trying to live her dream of teaching when problems arise. Her father is ailing, she’s diagnosed with a medical condition, and one of her handsome co-workers is showing interest in her. Is she ready to let another man in her heart, or does it belong to the Navy SEAL, her first love?
- GenresAfrican American Romance
198 pages, Kindle Edition
First published February 13, 2014
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Barbara Joe Williams
47 books104 followersBarbara Joe Williams is an Amazon bestselling author, indie publisher, and motivational speaker living in Tallahassee, Florida. She is the owner of Amani Publishing, LLC, and the co-founder of Tallahassee Author Network. She has published multiple fiction and nonfiction books for herself and a host of other aspiring authors.
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May 14, 2014
I enjoyed Regina and Trey's story, it was emotional but beautiful at the same time.
February 23, 2014
First Class Love……..A wonderful love story, this book is filled with love, drama, romance, and forgiveness. Regina was from a small town and enlisted in the Navy. While in the Navy she met and felled in love with Trey. Regina and Trey shared one night and then he was shipped out. Regina found out she was pregnant, but after writing many letters to Trey with no response she moved back home to raise her child as a single mom. This is an awesome love story…What God has for you is for you………Excellent job Barbara Joe Williams.
March 4, 2014
Clearly Barbara Joe Williams has penned another enticing love story. It has all of the secret recipes to make this book um... um... good. It is filled with drama, suspense, forgiveness and most importantly unconditional love. I would actually compare this story to 'The Notebook' because of the letters that are written between Trey and Regina. This book is surely a timeless classic waiting for readers to enjoy. A perfect book for both mature and newer couples to understand the true gift and meaning of what real love is supposed to look like.
February 23, 2014
OMG! Another captivating book Barbara. I knew I was going to like Trey and Regina's relationship. Trey is the perfect gentleman. Any woman's dream man. I loved how the storyline developed. At one point, I held my breath. Regina had stopped breathing and then my eyes filled with tears when she came back to us.
You must read this book. I promise you,once you pick it up you will not want up out it down until the end. Go for it!
You must read this book. I promise you,once you pick it up you will not want up out it down until the end. Go for it!
April 22, 2014
What an amazing book. The story was so familiar to as it reminded me of the times I spent hanging out on base partying and desiring love. I loved how the story just flowed. I loved how Regina did not loose focuse even after the separation from Trey. I loved even more how Trey stepped up and did not miss a beat in going after the love of his life. The last two chapters, priceless. Awesome!!!!!!!
March 12, 2014
I was a fan of Barbara Joe Williams before I read this book and I'm even more of a fan now! I loved this gently woven tale of love found, love lost, and the journey to regain it. The story flowed smoothly and the ending was satisfying. Loved it!
Adrienne Thompson
Author of Your Love Is King
Adrienne Thompson
Author of Your Love Is King
May 19, 2014
This is the first book I have read by this author. It was the featured book for a fb book club I belong to. I really enjoyed the book. Not as much romance as I usually like to see, but a true romance novel. Regina was a country girl who led a Christian life and decided to go to the service to earn a free education and travel the world. Trey was a young man who grew up with his strong mother and sister around. He joined the army to travel the world as well. Mutual attraction and the service brought these two together at first. What keeps them together....or apart...you'll have to read to find out. I recommend to the true romantics. Good Job Barbara Joe Williams. I will be reading more books from you in the future.
June 27, 2014
This is a great romance novel that will have you cheering for the heroes and ready to fight the villains. I love the fact that Barbara Joe Williams' books contain no graphic violence, no graphic porn, and are not filled with foul language. Her descriptions and her characters are authentic. I look forward to her sequel...
September 28, 2014
First Class Love is well-written and the characters were believable . It was an great love story and an example of how true love will stand the test of time. Trey and Regina's story was awesome. You will love this book from the beginning to the end. I'm looking forward to reading more from this author
October 20, 2014
I enjoyed the writing, but thought it dragged on a bit. I kept waiting for a big pull me in moment, and don't think I ever got it. I will read another book by the author. I just dont think this should have been my first choice.
May 18, 2014
This is a very touching story. It will keep your interest page after page. It had a few OMG moments, but they turned out well. Definitely a must read! Another good one, Barbara!
May 22, 2014
First time reading this authors work. This book was awesome. I had so many emotions in the book. It was a wonderful read. Will not be the last time reading this authors work!!!
January 15, 2019
Tears, joy, unconditional love
Regina and Trey. What a whirlwind affair. Added with the complications of military service. After a brief love affair before Trey had to leave for a military assignment, Regina and Trey's life would be impacted forever. Though the service to the US military would keep Trey and Regina a part. It was the death bed promise Regina made to her father that would set things in motion, along with her own personal health scare that would lead to her reuniting with Trey.
And while you think the story would end there, you're then taken down an even more enormous emotional journey where life and death are at Regina and Trey's door.
If you're an emotional person you'll definitely cry. This story tears at your heart strings.
Regina and Trey. What a whirlwind affair. Added with the complications of military service. After a brief love affair before Trey had to leave for a military assignment, Regina and Trey's life would be impacted forever. Though the service to the US military would keep Trey and Regina a part. It was the death bed promise Regina made to her father that would set things in motion, along with her own personal health scare that would lead to her reuniting with Trey.
And while you think the story would end there, you're then taken down an even more enormous emotional journey where life and death are at Regina and Trey's door.
If you're an emotional person you'll definitely cry. This story tears at your heart strings.
November 12, 2018
Absolutely Navy-style
I could just relive my life as a Navy wife through this book. Barbara did an awesome job that all military wives would be proud of. Especially those who lost love and love came back to find them. So yes, I would definitely recommend this book to all the sailor wives I know....those who lived overseas with me! It surely brought back memories!
I could just relive my life as a Navy wife through this book. Barbara did an awesome job that all military wives would be proud of. Especially those who lost love and love came back to find them. So yes, I would definitely recommend this book to all the sailor wives I know....those who lived overseas with me! It surely brought back memories!
May 31, 2021
A beautiful story
First Class Love is a beautiful story. I’m happy Trey did what he did to Damon jealous behind. I was all over the place with my emotions. Troy is blessed with loving parents. I think I stopped breathing for a moment after Regina’s surgery. I don’t want to give the story away for sure it’s worth reading 😍📚 #GibbsTruthNoLie
First Class Love is a beautiful story. I’m happy Trey did what he did to Damon jealous behind. I was all over the place with my emotions. Troy is blessed with loving parents. I think I stopped breathing for a moment after Regina’s surgery. I don’t want to give the story away for sure it’s worth reading 😍📚 #GibbsTruthNoLie
January 6, 2019
Great Story
Trey and Regina story was so good. With meeting in the Navy, and him being shipped off wow. Lupus is a very serious disease, you writing about it was giving awareness for people that don’t know, touch my heart. I lost loved ones to lupus. Great book
Trey and Regina story was so good. With meeting in the Navy, and him being shipped off wow. Lupus is a very serious disease, you writing about it was giving awareness for people that don’t know, touch my heart. I lost loved ones to lupus. Great book
March 9, 2015
Love sweet love Denise Anderson
No matter how far you travel and the years that may separate you,The love never died between Regina and Trey. There is folks telling lies,being Jealous,drama ,suspense and family togetherness.Regina and Trey had an amazing love that you can feel all through the novel,I can just imagine the words that were put in the letters . I cried,rejoice was sad ,and wish I was there to knock out Dexter and Damon. Don't want to giveaway any spoilers,this novel gets next to your heart ,Barbara Joe excellent novel .I definitely recommend this novel,because it is definitely what you would call an endlessly love.
No matter how far you travel and the years that may separate you,The love never died between Regina and Trey. There is folks telling lies,being Jealous,drama ,suspense and family togetherness.Regina and Trey had an amazing love that you can feel all through the novel,I can just imagine the words that were put in the letters . I cried,rejoice was sad ,and wish I was there to knock out Dexter and Damon. Don't want to giveaway any spoilers,this novel gets next to your heart ,Barbara Joe excellent novel .I definitely recommend this novel,because it is definitely what you would call an endlessly love.
January 24, 2015
Soon after they had sex, Regina just left the room and did not even look back or wanted to hear Trey out. I said to myself "wait Regina just listen, hear him out". I could feel Trey was hurt. Then Regina went back home and they did not hear from each other. I can't continue without giving spoilers; so you have to read the book for yourself. The way Ms. Williams write, so detailed, you will feel as if you were right there. Oh yeah, I have to mention this...at first I liked Damon because he had not dated any of the women in the school before he started seeing Regina; until he...........
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