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Puma Wade learned early on that you can’t count on a soul in this world. Everyone who has ever loved her has either abandoned her or let her down. The walls around her heart were to protect her from getting hurt again, but when she meets a smart-mouthed club owner, things take an unexpected turn.
Mano "Murk" Harris has experienced more death than most, and it’s made his heart cold. He’s seen how dangerous it can be to lead with your emotions and vows never to fall victim to love. A vacation with his friend puts him face to face with a woman who matches him in more ways than one. Somehow, she finds her way into his system, and the last thing Murk wants to do is let her go.
Secrets, loss, and enemies lurking in the shadows threaten to tear apart the very foundation they've worked so hard to build. When the truth is revealed, will it tear them apart for good, or is the love they built strong enough to stand against the unforgivable?
Mano "Murk" Harris has experienced more death than most, and it’s made his heart cold. He’s seen how dangerous it can be to lead with your emotions and vows never to fall victim to love. A vacation with his friend puts him face to face with a woman who matches him in more ways than one. Somehow, she finds her way into his system, and the last thing Murk wants to do is let her go.
Secrets, loss, and enemies lurking in the shadows threaten to tear apart the very foundation they've worked so hard to build. When the truth is revealed, will it tear them apart for good, or is the love they built strong enough to stand against the unforgivable?
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360 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 24, 2024
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November 3, 2024
⭐️⭐️⭐️
Puma and Murk’s story was more than I expected. After reading Ty and Normandee’s story, I was hoping they were up next. In the previous book, we got to see them go back and forth cracking on each other. Then when they went on vacation with Ty and Mandee, I figured it was the beginning of their relationship. It was clear Puma had been through some things and same for Murk. But with Mandee, Puma was the voice of reason. I mean she was the person to force Normandee to reveal her secret to Ty.
So I had high hopes for her and overall she didn’t let me down. But she definitely had moments of annoying tf out of me. I felt like her and Murk were saying the same thing, but differently. They were twin flames in a lot of ways. Poor Murk couldn’t catch a break.
This story had a lot going on. I really wished it would’ve been a bit focused on one thing, because some pieces of the story felt either unnecessary or distracting. For example: Mimi’s bd situation. There was a distinct scene of him being unalived. But at the end, the only thing really significant about any of that was Mimi being ditzy behind a man. Nothing about their story was integral to this story. There were countless examples of Murk holding down the family and sacrificing himself for them. We didn’t need to fluff with him. Especially cause it never linked back to anything.
Overall, it was good. I’m interested in reading more. I love how the author is weaving in the next character, in a way that adds to the current story. But also creates interest in them further. Soul seems a lot like Murk and yet this one night stand has me curious of who it is. And why she dipped. Love it.
Puma and Murk’s story was more than I expected. After reading Ty and Normandee’s story, I was hoping they were up next. In the previous book, we got to see them go back and forth cracking on each other. Then when they went on vacation with Ty and Mandee, I figured it was the beginning of their relationship. It was clear Puma had been through some things and same for Murk. But with Mandee, Puma was the voice of reason. I mean she was the person to force Normandee to reveal her secret to Ty.
So I had high hopes for her and overall she didn’t let me down. But she definitely had moments of annoying tf out of me. I felt like her and Murk were saying the same thing, but differently. They were twin flames in a lot of ways. Poor Murk couldn’t catch a break.
This story had a lot going on. I really wished it would’ve been a bit focused on one thing, because some pieces of the story felt either unnecessary or distracting. For example: Mimi’s bd situation. There was a distinct scene of him being unalived. But at the end, the only thing really significant about any of that was Mimi being ditzy behind a man. Nothing about their story was integral to this story. There were countless examples of Murk holding down the family and sacrificing himself for them. We didn’t need to fluff with him. Especially cause it never linked back to anything.
Overall, it was good. I’m interested in reading more. I love how the author is weaving in the next character, in a way that adds to the current story. But also creates interest in them further. Soul seems a lot like Murk and yet this one night stand has me curious of who it is. And why she dipped. Love it.
July 19, 2025
We first met Murk on "Count On You." I couldn't wait to know the man who said: "I been fine since I crip walked out my mommas 🐈⬛️".
I knew I would love this character, and Kami did not disappoint! That man was by no means smooth. Watching his character develop often left me with a silly grin on my face. Until that other 👟 dropped!
Mano Harris, aka Murk, pursued Puma as a conquest but realized she was so much more. The 2 were closed off about their past and anything personal. Murk wanted to explore more, which was foreign to him as he was the type to stick and move.
Puma was running scared, protecting her heart and trying to keep it all physical. They didn't realize that their past was connected. That connection ultimately tested the bond they created.
At a crossroad, Puma had to decide if she could trust, forgive, and forget. Murk needed to know she was going to be his constant and ride for him like he rides for her.
👏🏾👏🏾One time for Barbie. This author is known for writing mean moms and broken homes, but when Mommas said:
“My love for him stopped the moment I found out he hurt my child. I didn’t protect you then, but I can protect you now."
I felt that! I darn near stood up and cheered!
Genre: Urban Romance
Spice Level:🌶🌶🌶
Possible Triggers: rape, sexual abuse, child endangerment, murder-murder, kill-kill
Tissues:🤧🤧
Typos/Spelling: some
I said what I said and as always: don't take my word for it. Read the book, form your own opinions, and support your authors!
I knew I would love this character, and Kami did not disappoint! That man was by no means smooth. Watching his character develop often left me with a silly grin on my face. Until that other 👟 dropped!
Mano Harris, aka Murk, pursued Puma as a conquest but realized she was so much more. The 2 were closed off about their past and anything personal. Murk wanted to explore more, which was foreign to him as he was the type to stick and move.
Puma was running scared, protecting her heart and trying to keep it all physical. They didn't realize that their past was connected. That connection ultimately tested the bond they created.
At a crossroad, Puma had to decide if she could trust, forgive, and forget. Murk needed to know she was going to be his constant and ride for him like he rides for her.
👏🏾👏🏾One time for Barbie. This author is known for writing mean moms and broken homes, but when Mommas said:
“My love for him stopped the moment I found out he hurt my child. I didn’t protect you then, but I can protect you now."
I felt that! I darn near stood up and cheered!
Genre: Urban Romance
Spice Level:🌶🌶🌶
Possible Triggers: rape, sexual abuse, child endangerment, murder-murder, kill-kill
Tissues:🤧🤧
Typos/Spelling: some
I said what I said and as always: don't take my word for it. Read the book, form your own opinions, and support your authors!
September 8, 2025
Whew
I love seeing the other side of the trip from Ty & Mandee book. But whew Puma & Murk been thru so much with their childhoods. The plot twists and the mess was crazyyyyy. At least Murk didn’t care about killing folk.
I love seeing the other side of the trip from Ty & Mandee book. But whew Puma & Murk been thru so much with their childhoods. The plot twists and the mess was crazyyyyy. At least Murk didn’t care about killing folk.
October 9, 2025
4.5 ✨✨✨
October 8, 2025
Puma & Murk surprised me 🥰 they were funny asf in “Count on you” & I loved to see their love story play out in this book! Murk was such a sweetheart 😩 even though he was a lil crazy he loved him some Puma! The twists & turns in this book definitely took me for a ride! I was nottt expecting things to take a turn the way it did! Very well written & kept me locked in from page 1! I can’t wait to get into the next book in this series!
November 9, 2024
hey Bighead
Funny Funny Funny.
I enjoyed this book for its comedic banter between the FMC And MMC. Martin And Gina vibes.
Funny Funny Funny.
I enjoyed this book for its comedic banter between the FMC And MMC. Martin And Gina vibes.
October 5, 2025
This one right here! Not really enemies to lovers, more like you hate your bestie’s man best friend, but you secretly crushing on him. That’s Puma & Mano. This one made me laugh, made me cry, I wanted to fight and then I was laughing again.
The banter between Puma, Mano, Barbie and Soul .. hilarious !
When two forces collide, I love a strong fmc, and Puma was that girl. She been through a lot of pain and heartache. I love the healing and therapy with Barbie. Mama Barbie said anybody that messed with my baby can get it, ANYBODY you hear! Mano/Murk, he reminds me that we have to check on our strong friends. He was the glue to hold his family together, so much pain and loss. I cried when Granny J was taken from us, but the hope in Puma and Mano’s love brought it all full circle.
The plot revealed/twist at about 60-80% had me holding my breath 😫😩.
Great job on this release Kami! I can’t wait to meet The Taylors! Who got Soul ready to risk it all, is it Mimi?
The banter between Puma, Mano, Barbie and Soul .. hilarious !
When two forces collide, I love a strong fmc, and Puma was that girl. She been through a lot of pain and heartache. I love the healing and therapy with Barbie. Mama Barbie said anybody that messed with my baby can get it, ANYBODY you hear! Mano/Murk, he reminds me that we have to check on our strong friends. He was the glue to hold his family together, so much pain and loss. I cried when Granny J was taken from us, but the hope in Puma and Mano’s love brought it all full circle.
The plot revealed/twist at about 60-80% had me holding my breath 😫😩.
Great job on this release Kami! I can’t wait to meet The Taylors! Who got Soul ready to risk it all, is it Mimi?
October 29, 2024
This was an entertaining read for sure, but I felt that parts of the story unfolded too slowly. Most of us came in with Tycen’s book in mind, so starting at this point didn’t quite make sense. We already knew they were involved by the end of that book, so revisiting their initial interactions felt like a detour. I understand that this is meant to be a standalone, but if you're going to keep referencing a couple from a previous story, it feels more like a series.
I rated this a two-star read after 35% in because we, the readers, are still left to assume what happened to Puma. Sure, context clues suggest that her stepdad harmed her, but just come out and say it already! It was frustrating to read, especially when Puma acted strangely around Rayshawn, and we didn’t fully understand why. Until further down the line and instead of saying something about it she just started moving weird with Fatima. Essentially, these predators entered a vulnerable person's life and inflicted harm. In the early stages of a book, I’m fine with foreshadowing and hints, but if you introduce another problem, the first one needs to be clarified.
To me, this book didn’t handle the heavy topics very well. I’m glad Puma’s mom redeemed herself, but it didn’t make sense that Puma had to have a mental breakdown for her mother to get the truth. Like, THIS IS YOUR CHILD! You’re more worried about the club than figuring out why she hates you? Also, Rayshawn, a character we barely know, really only had 2-3 pages of appearance, yet he’s suddenly a super-obsessed stalker? Sorry, Kami, but it would have been better to give us a flashback of their relationship or situations where he was being weird. She basically painted him as the bastard half-brother who wanted everything his brothers had, including Puma. All we were shown were the bad vibes at the little BBQ, him being a freaky nasty frog and finally then the end-of-life criminal monologue. Where was the buildup and pacing for that?
And then there’s the ghost ex with a child by his best friend? That felt unnecessary. The guy is dead; Puma was already deeply involved with Murk. His turning out to be a loser didn’t add anything worthwhile.
I rated this a two-star read after 35% in because we, the readers, are still left to assume what happened to Puma. Sure, context clues suggest that her stepdad harmed her, but just come out and say it already! It was frustrating to read, especially when Puma acted strangely around Rayshawn, and we didn’t fully understand why. Until further down the line and instead of saying something about it she just started moving weird with Fatima. Essentially, these predators entered a vulnerable person's life and inflicted harm. In the early stages of a book, I’m fine with foreshadowing and hints, but if you introduce another problem, the first one needs to be clarified.
To me, this book didn’t handle the heavy topics very well. I’m glad Puma’s mom redeemed herself, but it didn’t make sense that Puma had to have a mental breakdown for her mother to get the truth. Like, THIS IS YOUR CHILD! You’re more worried about the club than figuring out why she hates you? Also, Rayshawn, a character we barely know, really only had 2-3 pages of appearance, yet he’s suddenly a super-obsessed stalker? Sorry, Kami, but it would have been better to give us a flashback of their relationship or situations where he was being weird. She basically painted him as the bastard half-brother who wanted everything his brothers had, including Puma. All we were shown were the bad vibes at the little BBQ, him being a freaky nasty frog and finally then the end-of-life criminal monologue. Where was the buildup and pacing for that?
And then there’s the ghost ex with a child by his best friend? That felt unnecessary. The guy is dead; Puma was already deeply involved with Murk. His turning out to be a loser didn’t add anything worthwhile.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
July 19, 2025
4.5 stars
I loved this book. we are back with the Taylor Family. this time with Murk and Puma. puma and Murk are friends of Normandee and Tycen from book 1. I loved me some Murk! Murk kept me laughing the entire book. he was so funny. Puma was a good match for him. she gave as good as she got. she had a tendency to jump to conclusions and not communicate, which was annoying. the connection between these two is unfortunate. i did not see that coming. this story discusses cheating, abuse, and rape. beware.
I loved this book. we are back with the Taylor Family. this time with Murk and Puma. puma and Murk are friends of Normandee and Tycen from book 1. I loved me some Murk! Murk kept me laughing the entire book. he was so funny. Puma was a good match for him. she gave as good as she got. she had a tendency to jump to conclusions and not communicate, which was annoying. the connection between these two is unfortunate. i did not see that coming. this story discusses cheating, abuse, and rape. beware.
November 6, 2025
Puma and Murk were a somewhat complicated couple in that they both were emotionally stunted and guarded due to trauma. But I absolutely enjoyed their relationship development. From just physical to “let’s give this thing a try”, to “we in love love and imma die without you”. Their love was intense and not without challenges and growing pains. This book was funny, made you think, and also showed the power of redemption, and also sometimes leaving people where they are. I’m excited to read the next book in the series.
November 8, 2024
I love these two
I love Murk and Puma’s relationship they were the true definition of best friends and enemies. The journey it took for them to get to a place where they can not only love each other but themselves was tuff but they worked through it and it was a very fun and loving road. That friend circle was hilarious and I’m too excited that they were able to have those types of support.
I love Murk and Puma’s relationship they were the true definition of best friends and enemies. The journey it took for them to get to a place where they can not only love each other but themselves was tuff but they worked through it and it was a very fun and loving road. That friend circle was hilarious and I’m too excited that they were able to have those types of support.
January 5, 2026
😮💨 Two Broken Souls Learning to Trust
5/5⭐️
This book was really good.
I loved watching Murk and Puma grow together because they both came from rough upbringings and carried a lot of pain. The love felt earned, the growth felt real, and their connection made the story hit even harder 🖤📖
5/5⭐️
This book was really good.
I loved watching Murk and Puma grow together because they both came from rough upbringings and carried a lot of pain. The love felt earned, the growth felt real, and their connection made the story hit even harder 🖤📖
December 29, 2025
Shout out to the algorithm
I stumbled on a post on TikTok from the author with her son. It was cute and the author is “new to me” so I decided to check out her catalog. This the second book of hers I have finished in 24 hours (Count on Me). Needless to say, I’m now a fan.
I stumbled on a post on TikTok from the author with her son. It was cute and the author is “new to me” so I decided to check out her catalog. This the second book of hers I have finished in 24 hours (Count on Me). Needless to say, I’m now a fan.
November 10, 2024
Loved everything about this..
Puma and Murk had both had traumatic childhoods. Two wounded souls found each other to heal each other. Amazing must read.
Puma and Murk had both had traumatic childhoods. Two wounded souls found each other to heal each other. Amazing must read.
May 9, 2025
Character dev: 👤👤👤👤👤
Originality: 📝📝📝📝📝
Narration: 🎙️🎙️🎙️🎙️
Plot: 📖📖📖📖
Spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
Action: 👊🏽👊🏽👊🏽
Troupe: AA romance
Triggers: mostly off page
I thought normandee and tycen were good but Murk and Puma were ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.
The back stories between the both of them were deeply moving. From Healing mother wounds and past abuse to crashing out. Great story, highly recommend
Originality: 📝📝📝📝📝
Narration: 🎙️🎙️🎙️🎙️
Plot: 📖📖📖📖
Spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
Action: 👊🏽👊🏽👊🏽
Troupe: AA romance
Triggers: mostly off page
I thought normandee and tycen were good but Murk and Puma were ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.
The back stories between the both of them were deeply moving. From Healing mother wounds and past abuse to crashing out. Great story, highly recommend
September 5, 2025
Omg 😆!!!! I knew after reading Count On You Murk was gone get Puma all the way together, but this was more than I expected lol.
Both Puma & Murk had a past that was keeping them from allowing themselves to fall in love.! I love that they both kept fighting to get through for each other. Murk was that man lol
Both Puma & Murk had a past that was keeping them from allowing themselves to fall in love.! I love that they both kept fighting to get through for each other. Murk was that man lol
December 26, 2024
The story expected after Ty & Normandee, I think Puma gave Murk a really hard time. She just struggled with giving up her hard exterior and Murk was all in from the get go, he never minced up his words nor his actions, he was just a good guy put in a really tough situation by life. Looking forward to Soul's story next up.....
May 24, 2025
I love how we’re able to see this characters in count on you and was hopping they got their own story. Puma and Murks banter is enough for you to laugh throughout the whole book. Definitely gives Martin and Pam turns Martin and Gina. Though out the book you see the characters dealing with loss, abandonment, rape, child abuse, and family support, family drama more than a little bit. Murk was a good dude but vowed off love and only sees Puma as a conquest he never sees her being more until he can’t move the way she is because he needs more even as he fights it. Puma gets on your nerves more than a little because she knows what she wants but won’t allow her self to be. Understanding both have been through so much. However Puma was telling her best friend all that she deserves and won’t let her self be loved on in the same way. The way they engaged in and weed themselves into each other‘s families with their families, knowing that they would be good for them was even more of a reason why I didn’t understand with what the back-and-forth was for. I love that puma got to meet granny and had a relationship with Murk’s niece and nephew. Barbie was a trip won’t she? I love how she was able to show puma that she really had no idea what was going on while she was a child and the moment that it was made known to Barbie, she put everyone in their places when it came to her daughter. The spicy was there too. It’s gives you all the things an urban fiction needs!!
May 19, 2025
Whewwwww that is a good man, Savannah!!
Murk is exactly the kind of man I want. He was such a community dck having man, until he met his other half!! Puma played all them games just to fall head over feet for that man!! He protected her at all cost & every turn; mentally, emotionally & physically. When she doubted them he was right there to reassure her in every way, even before she ever gave into his advances. I loved how that man said whatever came to his mind, how he wasn’t afraid to ask for relationship advice because he had no clue how to really pursue a woman seriously & how he always made sure to nip the bs in the bud at first sight!! I’m glad how things ended up with Barbie, because whhhewwwwwww I was ready for her to take a permanent dirt nap in the beginning half of the book!!!!! But once it all played out I was like yasssss ma’am!!!!! That’s exactly how a momma should protect her mfn baby!!!!! Such an amazing book!!!! I hope there is more to come with some of the other characters in the future!!
Murk is exactly the kind of man I want. He was such a community dck having man, until he met his other half!! Puma played all them games just to fall head over feet for that man!! He protected her at all cost & every turn; mentally, emotionally & physically. When she doubted them he was right there to reassure her in every way, even before she ever gave into his advances. I loved how that man said whatever came to his mind, how he wasn’t afraid to ask for relationship advice because he had no clue how to really pursue a woman seriously & how he always made sure to nip the bs in the bud at first sight!! I’m glad how things ended up with Barbie, because whhhewwwwwww I was ready for her to take a permanent dirt nap in the beginning half of the book!!!!! But once it all played out I was like yasssss ma’am!!!!! That’s exactly how a momma should protect her mfn baby!!!!! Such an amazing book!!!! I hope there is more to come with some of the other characters in the future!!
October 10, 2025
Puma and Murk
Puma and Murk two wounded souls, stitched together by pain, yet drawn toward each other like destiny whispered their names. They’ve both walked through hell, but in each other’s arms, they found a flicker of peace. Every glance, every touch, every unspoken word slowly peeled back their scars, revealing something beautiful beneath the hurt. When Murk said Puma wasn’t ready because he couldn’t compete with a ghost, I felt that deep. How do you love someone still haunted by past? Yet he never wavered. Murk stood on business when it came to her patient, steady, loving her through silence and storm. The little updates with Tycen and Normandee had me smiling; those two are just too stinking cute together! But listen… Puma had me pulling my hair out a few times. Her lack of communication was unbearable. I understood her walls, but lord, she made it hard. Thank God for Murk’s patience because he never gave up on her. Barbie stood on business about Puma after learning what she endured and she took it straight to hell.
Puma and Murk two wounded souls, stitched together by pain, yet drawn toward each other like destiny whispered their names. They’ve both walked through hell, but in each other’s arms, they found a flicker of peace. Every glance, every touch, every unspoken word slowly peeled back their scars, revealing something beautiful beneath the hurt. When Murk said Puma wasn’t ready because he couldn’t compete with a ghost, I felt that deep. How do you love someone still haunted by past? Yet he never wavered. Murk stood on business when it came to her patient, steady, loving her through silence and storm. The little updates with Tycen and Normandee had me smiling; those two are just too stinking cute together! But listen… Puma had me pulling my hair out a few times. Her lack of communication was unbearable. I understood her walls, but lord, she made it hard. Thank God for Murk’s patience because he never gave up on her. Barbie stood on business about Puma after learning what she endured and she took it straight to hell.
October 28, 2024
Ooooowwweeee!
Puma and Murk was something else! I knew when they were introduced as the bffs of Tycen and Normadee that they would tear the pages up. Their banter told the story of that underlying love they had for each other, but was too scared to make a move.
Kami wrote Granny J so beautifully she had me in tears. The way she loved her grandkids and fought to show them that love. The way she pulled Puma into her heart. My goodness I was tore up.
At first, I couldn’t stand Barbie. I felt like she was selfish, but YOU MADE ME LOVE HER!!! The way she didn’t play about Puma. As soon as she found out who hurt her she made it right. And baby she got it back in blood! Yes, she did!!!
Now, I need a story for Soul and Pure expeditiously!!! 😩😭 Don’t make us wait Kami Holt!!! 🙏🏾 Please?!
Puma and Murk was something else! I knew when they were introduced as the bffs of Tycen and Normadee that they would tear the pages up. Their banter told the story of that underlying love they had for each other, but was too scared to make a move.
Kami wrote Granny J so beautifully she had me in tears. The way she loved her grandkids and fought to show them that love. The way she pulled Puma into her heart. My goodness I was tore up.
At first, I couldn’t stand Barbie. I felt like she was selfish, but YOU MADE ME LOVE HER!!! The way she didn’t play about Puma. As soon as she found out who hurt her she made it right. And baby she got it back in blood! Yes, she did!!!
Now, I need a story for Soul and Pure expeditiously!!! 😩😭 Don’t make us wait Kami Holt!!! 🙏🏾 Please?!
November 12, 2024
Will They Won't They... Again and Again
I am a fan of a good long book. However, this book was much longer than necessary based on the subject matter, and when they weren't on joke time with each other- which was hilarious dialog for the most part- it was full of immature back and forth/will they won't they from beginning to the last chapter. The repetitive situations that Murk and Puma found themselves in, or created for themselves, didn't hit like the author intended because after the 4th time they started to feel like messy fluff to drag this already longer than necessary book out. I have read several of Kami's books and have considered myself a fan of her work for a couple years now. However, her last books haven't been as good as the ones that drew me in- IN MY OPINION- so I am not sure if I will continue to keep her in my rotation.
I am a fan of a good long book. However, this book was much longer than necessary based on the subject matter, and when they weren't on joke time with each other- which was hilarious dialog for the most part- it was full of immature back and forth/will they won't they from beginning to the last chapter. The repetitive situations that Murk and Puma found themselves in, or created for themselves, didn't hit like the author intended because after the 4th time they started to feel like messy fluff to drag this already longer than necessary book out. I have read several of Kami's books and have considered myself a fan of her work for a couple years now. However, her last books haven't been as good as the ones that drew me in- IN MY OPINION- so I am not sure if I will continue to keep her in my rotation.
August 24, 2025
Whew Child…Murk is My Guy🥰❤️
I haven’t laughed so much in my life while reading a book, until I came across this book with Puma & Murk. Murk is the epiphany of the type of man every woman dreams of, you know the one where you can crack jokes with, roast each other, love on each of and have a banging relationship. Murk and Puma kept me on my toes with the roast sessions that they had. I went through every emotion reading this book…I laughed, I cried, I got mad, and I also swooned (a little too much if you asked me). The only thing that broke my heart to pieces was when Granny J and her boyfriend was murdered. OMG!!, that took me out completely.
All in all, if I could rate this book 10,000 out of 10 I definitely would.
I haven’t laughed so much in my life while reading a book, until I came across this book with Puma & Murk. Murk is the epiphany of the type of man every woman dreams of, you know the one where you can crack jokes with, roast each other, love on each of and have a banging relationship. Murk and Puma kept me on my toes with the roast sessions that they had. I went through every emotion reading this book…I laughed, I cried, I got mad, and I also swooned (a little too much if you asked me). The only thing that broke my heart to pieces was when Granny J and her boyfriend was murdered. OMG!!, that took me out completely.
All in all, if I could rate this book 10,000 out of 10 I definitely would.
October 24, 2025
Murk and Puma, Loving You Through Your Pain
This was a very well written book and there was definitely some emotional parts to this book and some laughable moments!!!…
My hurt broke at the loss of Mama J & I adored her strength and the encouragement she gave to Murk when it came to him and his siblings!!!…
Puma was definitely that girl and that friend!!!…Even with all she was carrying, she made herself available for others!!!…
I was so happy that she was finally able to share what truly hurt her while her mother was away!!!…
Barbie was just a child trying to make sure she could provide for the child she brought into this world and to know that your own mother was jealous of you and her granddaughter was sick!!!…
This was a very well written book and there was definitely some emotional parts to this book and some laughable moments!!!…
My hurt broke at the loss of Mama J & I adored her strength and the encouragement she gave to Murk when it came to him and his siblings!!!…
Puma was definitely that girl and that friend!!!…Even with all she was carrying, she made herself available for others!!!…
I was so happy that she was finally able to share what truly hurt her while her mother was away!!!…
Barbie was just a child trying to make sure she could provide for the child she brought into this world and to know that your own mother was jealous of you and her granddaughter was sick!!!…
November 21, 2025
Murk and Puma
So first off I love when Barbir call Puma, Puma Cat!!! But since I am on Barbie let's talk about her turn around. I really did love how they worked on their relationship. Even with Puma holding that resentment she still let's Barbie come live with her and that was the start. Their breakthrough was something serious but needed. Now the way Puma and Murk had me all over the place with whether they were gonna ever get it together. But I loved when they got it together. The way they shower up for each other was something definitely needed. They definitely had a full circle moment with Rashaad and his people but Murk was not backing down or leaving!! Really good book!
So first off I love when Barbir call Puma, Puma Cat!!! But since I am on Barbie let's talk about her turn around. I really did love how they worked on their relationship. Even with Puma holding that resentment she still let's Barbie come live with her and that was the start. Their breakthrough was something serious but needed. Now the way Puma and Murk had me all over the place with whether they were gonna ever get it together. But I loved when they got it together. The way they shower up for each other was something definitely needed. They definitely had a full circle moment with Rashaad and his people but Murk was not backing down or leaving!! Really good book!
November 1, 2024
Siri play love all over me by Monica
They really went from hating each other guts to being deep in them 24/8 😝.. If you wana read about 2 stubborn people they are it 😭😭😭😭 They both had some smart ass mouths that had me crying 😭😭😭 .. They were turning each other every which wayyyyyyyy.He talked her through it EACH AND EVERY TIME 😩🙌🏽’’’. A man who don’t play about you >>>>>> He would paint the city red behind Puma really love that for my girl.. If anybody deserved a happy ending it would be these two .. they both were shielding themselves from finding love but they found it in eachother ❤️
They really went from hating each other guts to being deep in them 24/8 😝.. If you wana read about 2 stubborn people they are it 😭😭😭😭 They both had some smart ass mouths that had me crying 😭😭😭 .. They were turning each other every which wayyyyyyyy.He talked her through it EACH AND EVERY TIME 😩🙌🏽’’’. A man who don’t play about you >>>>>> He would paint the city red behind Puma really love that for my girl.. If anybody deserved a happy ending it would be these two .. they both were shielding themselves from finding love but they found it in eachother ❤️
November 2, 2024
Enemies to lovers
So basically what you’re telling me is that Tycen is no longerr bae, since it’s clear Murk was meant for me. Puma didn’t stand a chance against that man and I can definitely see why. Their banter kept me laughing, but the attraction was off the charts. Murk was a character. Whew. Talk about backing up whatever you say. I was excited when everything worked out, especially with Puma and Barbie. I got emotional when everything was revealed.
Now Soul was hilarious and I know he’s gonna keep me laughing, however, his brother may end up being my man. I’m a sucker for the quiet mysterious ones. Bring on the rest.
So basically what you’re telling me is that Tycen is no longerr bae, since it’s clear Murk was meant for me. Puma didn’t stand a chance against that man and I can definitely see why. Their banter kept me laughing, but the attraction was off the charts. Murk was a character. Whew. Talk about backing up whatever you say. I was excited when everything worked out, especially with Puma and Barbie. I got emotional when everything was revealed.
Now Soul was hilarious and I know he’s gonna keep me laughing, however, his brother may end up being my man. I’m a sucker for the quiet mysterious ones. Bring on the rest.
November 12, 2024
Awesome Read
The storyline e was on point t! Opposites do attract! Puma and Murk were definitely a match like none other. Teaching one another how to love and open their hearts! Boy o boy did they have some stumbling blocks, but they persevered. The friendships and brotherhood were relatable and good. For those that needed to be handled they were. We never kmow how much we need.somwone until theyre no lknger there! The ending was so good, but I'm wondering who has Soul nose wide open, there had to be another story just for him.
Granny J was the epitome of a praying g grandma!
The storyline e was on point t! Opposites do attract! Puma and Murk were definitely a match like none other. Teaching one another how to love and open their hearts! Boy o boy did they have some stumbling blocks, but they persevered. The friendships and brotherhood were relatable and good. For those that needed to be handled they were. We never kmow how much we need.somwone until theyre no lknger there! The ending was so good, but I'm wondering who has Soul nose wide open, there had to be another story just for him.
Granny J was the epitome of a praying g grandma!
November 14, 2024
after meeting murk and puma in Count On You i just knew i needed their story and i am not disappointed at all. i love this because not only did they have their own trauma they needed to move on from they were like martin and gina and i truly love that. like if we can’t crack a joke on each other why are even together smh. this was such a good story and it shows how complicated some families can be as far as parenting. both puma and murk got the love they deserved especially murk because he was so closed off and believed there is nothing good from love and he finally sees the good from love it was just great.
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May 13, 2025
lawd, the tears
This book really got the tears up outta me. The second half of this book had me to where I couldn’t turn a page without tears running down my face. Puma and Murk’s back and forth with each other gave the comedy relief and there was more than enough drama. Puma really got on my nerves because she wasn’t trying to have import conversations when dealing with Murk, she wasn’t trying always ready to just take what other folks said and just run with it and frequently found out the info was faulty. I love that when Murk was feeling a girl he was willing to fight for what he wanted and wanted to talk and have understanding.
This book really got the tears up outta me. The second half of this book had me to where I couldn’t turn a page without tears running down my face. Puma and Murk’s back and forth with each other gave the comedy relief and there was more than enough drama. Puma really got on my nerves because she wasn’t trying to have import conversations when dealing with Murk, she wasn’t trying always ready to just take what other folks said and just run with it and frequently found out the info was faulty. I love that when Murk was feeling a girl he was willing to fight for what he wanted and wanted to talk and have understanding.
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