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Trusting the Dark: Mega's World
Mega and Ruth Manfield are back in a way that you have never experienced. In this closing of a saga, you will see the couple navigate experiences and circumstances that were unforeseen and almost unbearable. What happens when the most unserious and comedic Mega is met with a darkness that threatens to overtake him? What happens when Ruth is pushed into a darkness that makes her question everything that she ever believed?
Will the Manfields be able to trust the darkness long enough to get to the light?
Will the Manfields be able to trust the darkness long enough to get to the light?
- GenresAfrican American Romance
194 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 5, 2024
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Mel Dau
103 books679 followersMel Dau (Melvin’s Daughter) was born in Vicenza, Italy but raised in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. She is the baby girl and only girl of three. She has always had a love for books beginning with the Baby Sitter’s Club, R.L. Stine, and Christopher Pike. She dabbled in writing as she grew up but never took it as seriously as she should have.
Mel Dau graduated from from Wando High School, then later matriculated to Benedict College (BSW) and Webster University (MHRM). She is a mother of a teenage daughter, a HR Professional, and a proud member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.
Her love for Urban Literature did not arrive until Mid-2016. Reading over 900 books from 2016 to 2017, she was obsessed with reading--an obsession that helped her cope with her father’s illness and death. In March of 2018, she decided to finally come from behind the wall and submit a short story which resulted in her first Book, Khiaere and Phy: A Charleston Love Story being published under Queens of Lit Presents. Under Queens of Lit Presents, she successfully published 15 titles that were all debuted in the top fifty on Amazon Top 100.
In May of 2020, she was signed to her new publisher B. Love Publications where she continues her growth as an author. Her purpose as an author is to provide her readers’ with her E³ formula, Entertain, Encourage & Educate. She achieved her first #1 Bestseller with her Erotica title, Pet The Kitty. In August of 2020 she founded Mel Dau Publications, LLC to pursue self-published projects. Penning in a lane all her own, her Informational Dramas fulfills her purpose with every release. Her overall desire is to use her fiction catalog to help change at least one person’s non-fiction reality.
Mel Dau graduated from from Wando High School, then later matriculated to Benedict College (BSW) and Webster University (MHRM). She is a mother of a teenage daughter, a HR Professional, and a proud member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.
Her love for Urban Literature did not arrive until Mid-2016. Reading over 900 books from 2016 to 2017, she was obsessed with reading--an obsession that helped her cope with her father’s illness and death. In March of 2018, she decided to finally come from behind the wall and submit a short story which resulted in her first Book, Khiaere and Phy: A Charleston Love Story being published under Queens of Lit Presents. Under Queens of Lit Presents, she successfully published 15 titles that were all debuted in the top fifty on Amazon Top 100.
In May of 2020, she was signed to her new publisher B. Love Publications where she continues her growth as an author. Her purpose as an author is to provide her readers’ with her E³ formula, Entertain, Encourage & Educate. She achieved her first #1 Bestseller with her Erotica title, Pet The Kitty. In August of 2020 she founded Mel Dau Publications, LLC to pursue self-published projects. Penning in a lane all her own, her Informational Dramas fulfills her purpose with every release. Her overall desire is to use her fiction catalog to help change at least one person’s non-fiction reality.
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December 10, 2024
Megatron Mansfield is my favorite.. this man asked for his tithes and offerings back, and don’t forget the cents 🤣🤣🤣
I knew it was gonna be emotional by the title but oh just break my heart.
Yes I’m crying !
💔 I loved the personal relationship with God that Mega was able to come back to. Ruth my girl, I love the friendship between her Shan, Fiona and Whimsy. 🫶🏾
The rollercoaster of life & faith is so delicate. This shows how trials can shake our faith.
Nice to see some other members of Christianson Enterprises present!
This one made me giggle, cry & laugh again.
✨ Mega interrogating Croya’s boyfriend.
✨Mega Rose Mega 🌹🤭😆
✨Mega getting fired, and Ned’s joking how you get fired from killing people 😂
✨Mega tossing Ruth on the floor took me OUT😆😂🤣
The loss, navigating grief, the representation of therapy, and your village support, oh and them secrets kept spilling ! I loved this friendship/family circle.♥️🥰😍🫶🏾
I knew it was gonna be emotional by the title but oh just break my heart.
Yes I’m crying !
💔 I loved the personal relationship with God that Mega was able to come back to. Ruth my girl, I love the friendship between her Shan, Fiona and Whimsy. 🫶🏾
The rollercoaster of life & faith is so delicate. This shows how trials can shake our faith.
Nice to see some other members of Christianson Enterprises present!
This one made me giggle, cry & laugh again.
✨ Mega interrogating Croya’s boyfriend.
✨Mega Rose Mega 🌹🤭😆
✨Mega getting fired, and Ned’s joking how you get fired from killing people 😂
✨Mega tossing Ruth on the floor took me OUT😆😂🤣
The loss, navigating grief, the representation of therapy, and your village support, oh and them secrets kept spilling ! I loved this friendship/family circle.♥️🥰😍🫶🏾
December 8, 2024
I went into this read ready for Mega and all his shenanigans and boy did he deliver! He is still as unhinged as ever with that sharp tongue and trigger finger. It made me wonder what on earth could turn this fool dark. Well.... you flipped the damn script, that's what! Nothing could have prepared me for the emotional ride that we were taken on with that devastating loss that was experienced. 🥹
The realism was so on point, that it almost felt like I was feeling the emotions right along with these characters. Although we are taught not to question God, it is a genuine human reaction to do so when we experience something we don't understand. The frustration, the anger, and the betrayal you feel toward "Big G" when he promises to always be there for you, protect you, and then the unthinkable happens, your faith can crumble to where it is nonexistent. This is what happened to Mega. He was doing well on his walk with God, and when he felt God had forsaken him, he walked away blaming him for the pain he was feeling. Mega wanted to be there for his wife, but how? He didn't know what to do with his feelings, and his fear of the unknown had him ready to take on every assignment there was to help ease his pain. 🥹
Ruth on the other hand was extremely hurt, but she leaned into her faith to try and find understanding and healing. She went through her period of depression, and the why's, but she also knew that God knows best, and that she had to learn to live with the pain.
With both of them dealing with their grief in different ways, and not effectively communicating, their marriage bond was beginning to break down and suffer. Hurt people, hurt people and if something didn't give soon, I was sure that they wouldn't make it. But lawd the village that they have held them up, smothered them with love, patience, and support to get them through this storm. I loved that they went to therapy, as they both knew that someone had to intervene and be the voice of reason to get them through this dark patch they were experiencing.
That damn Solomon!!! Sir why couldn't you have just stayed away? All that mess for what? 👀😤Then the bombshell with Rick.... I certainly didn't expect that! 🤯 This read will grab every emotion from laughter, sadness, love, loss, forgiveness, and faith. Great read!! 👍🏾👍🏾
The realism was so on point, that it almost felt like I was feeling the emotions right along with these characters. Although we are taught not to question God, it is a genuine human reaction to do so when we experience something we don't understand. The frustration, the anger, and the betrayal you feel toward "Big G" when he promises to always be there for you, protect you, and then the unthinkable happens, your faith can crumble to where it is nonexistent. This is what happened to Mega. He was doing well on his walk with God, and when he felt God had forsaken him, he walked away blaming him for the pain he was feeling. Mega wanted to be there for his wife, but how? He didn't know what to do with his feelings, and his fear of the unknown had him ready to take on every assignment there was to help ease his pain. 🥹
Ruth on the other hand was extremely hurt, but she leaned into her faith to try and find understanding and healing. She went through her period of depression, and the why's, but she also knew that God knows best, and that she had to learn to live with the pain.
With both of them dealing with their grief in different ways, and not effectively communicating, their marriage bond was beginning to break down and suffer. Hurt people, hurt people and if something didn't give soon, I was sure that they wouldn't make it. But lawd the village that they have held them up, smothered them with love, patience, and support to get them through this storm. I loved that they went to therapy, as they both knew that someone had to intervene and be the voice of reason to get them through this dark patch they were experiencing.
That damn Solomon!!! Sir why couldn't you have just stayed away? All that mess for what? 👀😤Then the bombshell with Rick.... I certainly didn't expect that! 🤯 This read will grab every emotion from laughter, sadness, love, loss, forgiveness, and faith. Great read!! 👍🏾👍🏾
August 14, 2025
Mega is a fool!!! But I love him!!!! This was good!!! Funny, emotional due to the loss/grief (TW:Stillborn), wavering faith due to the loss, and still Big G in the midst of it all!! 🤭😂
Definitely recommend ❤️
Definitely recommend ❤️
March 13, 2025
I loved this book. I absolutely adored it. And I cried a lot reading this book because I was there with Megatron. God spoke to me through a fictional character who was having a real-life moment of struggle with his faith. Baby, this book hit home for me, and because of that, it gets 5 ⭐️
August 21, 2025
Trigger warning: stillborn baby
Themes of black love, humor, religion, grief, anger, violence, mental health
Mega and Ruth learn to move forward together and restore their faith after a loss. I liked the first book better, but it was still a good story with colorful characters. This story had the same vibe as the first with some humorous scenes toward the beginning, but it got darker and more dramatic. Ruth's character has grown to be a little edgier than in the first book. Even though the author still had some elements of humor in the writing and dialogue, it brought my mood down. (Also, why did Solomon show up again? He didn't learn his lesson in the first book?)
Themes of black love, humor, religion, grief, anger, violence, mental health
Mega and Ruth learn to move forward together and restore their faith after a loss. I liked the first book better, but it was still a good story with colorful characters. This story had the same vibe as the first with some humorous scenes toward the beginning, but it got darker and more dramatic. Ruth's character has grown to be a little edgier than in the first book. Even though the author still had some elements of humor in the writing and dialogue, it brought my mood down. (Also, why did Solomon show up again? He didn't learn his lesson in the first book?)
December 6, 2024
I was here for Mega’s shenanigans because he did not disappoint.
June 12, 2025
2nd read was the newly released audiobook narrated by Myles Washington & La'Rey Aris
December 7, 2024
Yup...💜💜
I am still in love with mega. This book def was a Rollercoaster of feelings. I laughed, I cried and I hurt like hell but it was all worth it to see mega and Ruth's growth as a couple and individually. Knowing everything that they had to endure really made their relationship 1000 times better. I loved that mega never changed who he was for others benefit but he tried to be understanding in his own special way. I also understood his situation with the Big G as he called him, sometimes we go through phases like Mega and Ruth when it comes to our faith but to really try to work and get back to a place that is grounded is hard but worth it in the end. In the end for them they were truly blessed abundantly, even though that hurt will always be they found a way to cope.
End of the day my point is GO READ THE DAMN STORY!!
I am still in love with mega. This book def was a Rollercoaster of feelings. I laughed, I cried and I hurt like hell but it was all worth it to see mega and Ruth's growth as a couple and individually. Knowing everything that they had to endure really made their relationship 1000 times better. I loved that mega never changed who he was for others benefit but he tried to be understanding in his own special way. I also understood his situation with the Big G as he called him, sometimes we go through phases like Mega and Ruth when it comes to our faith but to really try to work and get back to a place that is grounded is hard but worth it in the end. In the end for them they were truly blessed abundantly, even though that hurt will always be they found a way to cope.
End of the day my point is GO READ THE DAMN STORY!!
December 12, 2024
Mel Dau did it again for me with Mega's World.
When an author leaves you walking away thinking 🤔 I have a few people who could benefit or can be helped by reading this book, they have done their job.
In this book, the author explored what happens when Mega and Ruth's faith and relationship are tested. Do they turn away from god because they think he turned away from them?
You will need your tissues handy, Honey to see you and them through this journey.
We also get some closure on some of Ruth's storyline. Also, meet some new and interesting characters I hope the author develops.
Mega is still Mega and hilarious. So to feel that man break... mehn. Well, I'll just let yall read it. Because I am still processing Ruth's outburst...
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!
When an author leaves you walking away thinking 🤔 I have a few people who could benefit or can be helped by reading this book, they have done their job.
In this book, the author explored what happens when Mega and Ruth's faith and relationship are tested. Do they turn away from god because they think he turned away from them?
You will need your tissues handy, Honey to see you and them through this journey.
We also get some closure on some of Ruth's storyline. Also, meet some new and interesting characters I hope the author develops.
Mega is still Mega and hilarious. So to feel that man break... mehn. Well, I'll just let yall read it. Because I am still processing Ruth's outburst...
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!
December 15, 2024
Trusting the dark
It was good catching up with Mega and Ruth and their family in friends in this end of their saga. Mega and Ruth endured some darkness but were able to find the light again. This book showed the power of faith and what happens when something happens that shakes that faith and puts you in a dark place and has you mad at and questioning God. I enjoyed the way this story was told and seeing how this couple with the help of their extended family were able to find their way to the light. This story also gave me plenty laughs because Mega does not know how to act and says whatever comes to mind. This book also revealed some family secrets, but through it all, they all stuck by each other.
It was good catching up with Mega and Ruth and their family in friends in this end of their saga. Mega and Ruth endured some darkness but were able to find the light again. This book showed the power of faith and what happens when something happens that shakes that faith and puts you in a dark place and has you mad at and questioning God. I enjoyed the way this story was told and seeing how this couple with the help of their extended family were able to find their way to the light. This story also gave me plenty laughs because Mega does not know how to act and says whatever comes to mind. This book also revealed some family secrets, but through it all, they all stuck by each other.
December 6, 2024
An emotional rollercoaster
The employees of Christianson Enterprises are byke! The gang is all here and right on time as Ruth and Mega go through a dark time but it’s all hands on deck as their friends, family, and “Big G” help them weather the storm. Right when Mega thinks he’s about to graduate from the “sinner’s transition program” something or someone tests his growth, extending his stay in the program. Ruth, the “Mega Whisperer” does the best she can, but Mega is gon’ Mega! This one was an emotional rollercoaster but no less laugh out loud hilarious and the perfect ending for Ruth and Mega Mansfield.
The employees of Christianson Enterprises are byke! The gang is all here and right on time as Ruth and Mega go through a dark time but it’s all hands on deck as their friends, family, and “Big G” help them weather the storm. Right when Mega thinks he’s about to graduate from the “sinner’s transition program” something or someone tests his growth, extending his stay in the program. Ruth, the “Mega Whisperer” does the best she can, but Mega is gon’ Mega! This one was an emotional rollercoaster but no less laugh out loud hilarious and the perfect ending for Ruth and Mega Mansfield.
May 13, 2025
I was so glad to see more from Mega and Ruth. I thought this was a perfect depiction of their love and relationship. I hate that they had that loss but I think the journey through and around their faith made it better. The point where Mega & Ruth were praying has me in complete tears. This was perfect. The found family aspect was great and it’s nice seeing how they rallied around Ruth & Mega when they needed them the most. This was such a good read.
December 31, 2024
Mel Dau does not disappoint!
This story was a good one. I laughed a lot. I also felt a little emotional with Ruth and Mega. I wasn’t expecting to feel that way. If you have been reading all of the books with these characters, I highly recommend this one!
This story was a good one. I laughed a lot. I also felt a little emotional with Ruth and Mega. I wasn’t expecting to feel that way. If you have been reading all of the books with these characters, I highly recommend this one!
October 19, 2025
Megatron is the true definition of unbothered. This man shed for his money back from a freaking church. Him and Ruths relationship was tested hard but I’m glad they got through the rough patch and received double blessings.
December 12, 2024
Mega!
Mel you did it again! This was a different side of Megatron, and I loved it. He was still his crazy self but also vulnerable. Had me in all the feels
Mel you did it again! This was a different side of Megatron, and I loved it. He was still his crazy self but also vulnerable. Had me in all the feels
December 27, 2024
This book was sooooooo goooood! I love Mega, Ruth, and the gang. Mega is whole fool! Is Ruth having Mega work on his people skills for me. She knows damn well her husband is unhinged and have no type of filter. 😂😂😂😂😂😂. He had me laughing from beginning to end. My heart break for both him and Ruth after what they went through. I love the rawness and the situation is relatable in real life. Ms Mel Dau!!! This was good! You did your big one on this!
May 18, 2025
I thought I loved the first one, but this one…Mega and his dang prayers had me laughing so damn hard!!
July 11, 2025
This book is awesome. 🙌🏾 f you’re driving and need something to keep you alert, this is the perfect book. It was unbelievable yet worth the read.
July 20, 2025
A time was had and Mega is a whole fool🤣
Mel hasn’t done me wrong yet.. this is another amazing read!!!
Mel hasn’t done me wrong yet.. this is another amazing read!!!
August 31, 2025
Book so good I read it in 4 hours 🥴🥴🥴
April 22, 2025
I missed Mega and his shenanigans. This book did not disappoint! I love Mega, Ruth and their village.
April 18, 2025
The way I laughed out loud through 75% of this book! Even in the moments of pain and sorrow, there was levity. I really enjoyed how Mel Dau approaches ones walk with Christ. This book was a great read all the way around.
June 16, 2025
I was worried for a second. They had me stressed especially Mega. Nice intro to Draco too
March 22, 2025
Rosy Rules
Where does one begin to effectively capture the essence of this larger than life persona Mr. Megatron “Mega” Loric Manfield⁉️..I actually had to read a few chapters twice, because the banter, shenanigans & the “rose” alert warnings although necessary to control that fool but were still hilarious 🤣😂‼️”Trusting The Dark: Mega’s World was def comedy jam on steroids, sometimes sad as well but primarily funny to witness the Manfield’s and their core family, community & friends support & love them at a moments notice. Nevertheless, if nothing else, there are constructive rules of engagement to successfully interact with & or occupy the space of the Mega man. However, consider carefully the potential consequences of any Mega ventured project 🤦🏾♀️ 🤷🏾♀️. …This was the man that told a pastor, dude run me my money😬🤭‼️ YUP! “Aye, Pastor Kirkland, do me a favor and call your financial officer in here, so he can cut me a check for $18,982.34. If I’m not welcome in your church then neither is my money. I’ll take that in a bank transfer actually.” …that was hilarious 🤭🤣😂🤷🏾♀️⁉️ Thereafter, it’s safe to infer Mega is/was definitely not a sanguine, his personality ain’t for the novice, diffident, obnoxious nor odiferously challenged and his candor will either strengthen your resolve or expedite the Christianson trio of recompense, and activate the eternal horizontal severance package 🤭🫣.
Hmmm 🤔, now the couples counseling session in Dr. McMaster’s office makes even more sense.
Nevertheless, Megatron is/was a man of values, principles & standards, most times sadistic but a foundation compassion was established🤔(ok, the trait is recessive 🤭). He commanded respect of his personal parameters. Now, his challenge was how to effectively communicate those customer service/people skills diplomatically to outsiders (“Baby, if your plan to help Mega’s people skills is to have him be a host or waitstaff at the restaurant, you might as well put the for-sale sign on the building now.”) the love for his faith, family, friends which supersedes the money, power & respect. Kryptonite is deactivated and all is rosy 🌹in Megaworld😉‼️
This book was excellent Ruth & Mega’s journey was an read cover to cover‼️Congratulations Ms. Dau, you deserve the accolades for this literary project 💐!
Where does one begin to effectively capture the essence of this larger than life persona Mr. Megatron “Mega” Loric Manfield⁉️..I actually had to read a few chapters twice, because the banter, shenanigans & the “rose” alert warnings although necessary to control that fool but were still hilarious 🤣😂‼️”Trusting The Dark: Mega’s World was def comedy jam on steroids, sometimes sad as well but primarily funny to witness the Manfield’s and their core family, community & friends support & love them at a moments notice. Nevertheless, if nothing else, there are constructive rules of engagement to successfully interact with & or occupy the space of the Mega man. However, consider carefully the potential consequences of any Mega ventured project 🤦🏾♀️ 🤷🏾♀️. …This was the man that told a pastor, dude run me my money😬🤭‼️ YUP! “Aye, Pastor Kirkland, do me a favor and call your financial officer in here, so he can cut me a check for $18,982.34. If I’m not welcome in your church then neither is my money. I’ll take that in a bank transfer actually.” …that was hilarious 🤭🤣😂🤷🏾♀️⁉️ Thereafter, it’s safe to infer Mega is/was definitely not a sanguine, his personality ain’t for the novice, diffident, obnoxious nor odiferously challenged and his candor will either strengthen your resolve or expedite the Christianson trio of recompense, and activate the eternal horizontal severance package 🤭🫣.
Hmmm 🤔, now the couples counseling session in Dr. McMaster’s office makes even more sense.
Nevertheless, Megatron is/was a man of values, principles & standards, most times sadistic but a foundation compassion was established🤔(ok, the trait is recessive 🤭). He commanded respect of his personal parameters. Now, his challenge was how to effectively communicate those customer service/people skills diplomatically to outsiders (“Baby, if your plan to help Mega’s people skills is to have him be a host or waitstaff at the restaurant, you might as well put the for-sale sign on the building now.”) the love for his faith, family, friends which supersedes the money, power & respect. Kryptonite is deactivated and all is rosy 🌹in Megaworld😉‼️
This book was excellent Ruth & Mega’s journey was an read cover to cover‼️Congratulations Ms. Dau, you deserve the accolades for this literary project 💐!
January 19, 2025
Double For Their Trouble
Religion and religious people would likely tell us one thing about this book, but relationship with God will tell us the most important thing which is this is probably the most factual and most realistic relationship, after a traumatic experience- with God, that someone has. Having lost a baby, all of these emotions resonated with me 100%. Reading about it on these pages felt like therapy all over again. Aside from the out loud laughs that Megatron Mansfield invokes, Mel did her BIG one, showing how traumatic grief can make you not only question but be angry with even God. But what she also showed and what is perhaps even more real is that even in that hurt and anger, Big G is still there, never turning His back and there to help you back to healed and whole and often time giving you double for your trouble in the process. I sometimes struggle when authors include scripture and God in a book full of sex and shenanigans, but like the original Mega book, Mel really combined the two worlds in a palletable way. There was, of course, some bang bang shoot em up, and some family drama and revelations, but there was also some on-page brotherly love and accountability and some amazing sisterhood. The epilouge was everything. I really liked the entirety of this book.
Religion and religious people would likely tell us one thing about this book, but relationship with God will tell us the most important thing which is this is probably the most factual and most realistic relationship, after a traumatic experience- with God, that someone has. Having lost a baby, all of these emotions resonated with me 100%. Reading about it on these pages felt like therapy all over again. Aside from the out loud laughs that Megatron Mansfield invokes, Mel did her BIG one, showing how traumatic grief can make you not only question but be angry with even God. But what she also showed and what is perhaps even more real is that even in that hurt and anger, Big G is still there, never turning His back and there to help you back to healed and whole and often time giving you double for your trouble in the process. I sometimes struggle when authors include scripture and God in a book full of sex and shenanigans, but like the original Mega book, Mel really combined the two worlds in a palletable way. There was, of course, some bang bang shoot em up, and some family drama and revelations, but there was also some on-page brotherly love and accountability and some amazing sisterhood. The epilouge was everything. I really liked the entirety of this book.
October 20, 2025
Okay, but...
Ain't nothing more aggravating than a n*gga that talks too damn much!
Mega was so annoying in this book and it was so bad that I couldn't even really feel a way about the tragedy that occurred. I'm no holy roller by any means, but there's something to be said about a person who uses their "relationship" with God as a shield to excuse their ignorance. Mega is ridiculously ignorant and really thinks he's smarter than a fifth grader, but the antics are no longer funny. In fact, it's corny as hell but one thing's for certain, and two thing's for sure, KARMA is a muthafucka and when she shows up, she doesn't have to hit the person directly, but someone closer to them instead. *CATCH*
For the longest I couldn't figure out how the title of the book and the storyline connected. The author took so long to get to the main plot of the book (almost the halfway point) that it was turning into a snooze fest. The friend circle is still doing the same ole stuff. All of the guys are proud to be hitmen 🙄. For some reason, the author felt the need to keep harping on this.
The best part of this story was Draco (Carlton)! When he bossed up on Mega, I was like YES!!! FINALLY!!! Someone who is not playing the reindeer games with that man and laughing it off instead of addressing the foolishness! Mega couldn't do anything but be that man's friend LMAOOOOOO!!!! I was here for all of it.
As much as I would like to give this one three stars, I can't. It's a 2.5 star read for me.
Ain't nothing more aggravating than a n*gga that talks too damn much!
Mega was so annoying in this book and it was so bad that I couldn't even really feel a way about the tragedy that occurred. I'm no holy roller by any means, but there's something to be said about a person who uses their "relationship" with God as a shield to excuse their ignorance. Mega is ridiculously ignorant and really thinks he's smarter than a fifth grader, but the antics are no longer funny. In fact, it's corny as hell but one thing's for certain, and two thing's for sure, KARMA is a muthafucka and when she shows up, she doesn't have to hit the person directly, but someone closer to them instead. *CATCH*
For the longest I couldn't figure out how the title of the book and the storyline connected. The author took so long to get to the main plot of the book (almost the halfway point) that it was turning into a snooze fest. The friend circle is still doing the same ole stuff. All of the guys are proud to be hitmen 🙄. For some reason, the author felt the need to keep harping on this.
The best part of this story was Draco (Carlton)! When he bossed up on Mega, I was like YES!!! FINALLY!!! Someone who is not playing the reindeer games with that man and laughing it off instead of addressing the foolishness! Mega couldn't do anything but be that man's friend LMAOOOOOO!!!! I was here for all of it.
As much as I would like to give this one three stars, I can't. It's a 2.5 star read for me.
September 30, 2025
lawd
This book was a testimony that you must make your way through the darkness to see the light.
Seeing Mega go through those emotions brought tears to my eyes (and I’m not even a crier). That battle with Big Folks? Whew, I know it all too well because I’m still fighting mine. It was so refreshing to read how he spoke with Big Sandals even while angry that’s me all day, curse words and all (don’t judge me, my nigga accepts me the way I am). I’m glad Mega was able to express his pain and fears so openly.
And Ruth… when she blew up? I had to hold my chest. Mel, you had me over here crying crying I wanted to hug Ruth so bad.
Shoutout to Big Draco.
Lawd knows I love Fiona she’s my favorite but OMM I would’ve slapped TF out of her for saying that goofy shyt to Ruth. Croy should’ve checked her and Ruth because, girl, what do you mean “you can have me divorce and remarried”? Bih, is you cool?.
I’m so glad Ruth and Ned Jr. embraced each other though. I’m here for the bond they’re building.
Mel, you’ve got a forever fan right here.
This book was a testimony that you must make your way through the darkness to see the light.
Seeing Mega go through those emotions brought tears to my eyes (and I’m not even a crier). That battle with Big Folks? Whew, I know it all too well because I’m still fighting mine. It was so refreshing to read how he spoke with Big Sandals even while angry that’s me all day, curse words and all (don’t judge me, my nigga accepts me the way I am). I’m glad Mega was able to express his pain and fears so openly.
And Ruth… when she blew up? I had to hold my chest. Mel, you had me over here crying crying I wanted to hug Ruth so bad.
Shoutout to Big Draco.
Lawd knows I love Fiona she’s my favorite but OMM I would’ve slapped TF out of her for saying that goofy shyt to Ruth. Croy should’ve checked her and Ruth because, girl, what do you mean “you can have me divorce and remarried”? Bih, is you cool?.
I’m so glad Ruth and Ned Jr. embraced each other though. I’m here for the bond they’re building.
Mel, you’ve got a forever fan right here.
October 25, 2025
🖤 Book Review: Trusting the Dark by Mel Dau
This book picked up right where Mega Man left off, and it was everything I hoped for. Mega and Ruth’s story continues, and this time it’s tested in every way possible—their faith, their love, and their ability to trust each other through the darkness.
Mel Dau showed that even strong love can be shaken, but what makes it powerful is how you fight to hold it together. The challenges they faced felt real and raw, but the faith running through it all gave the story heart and hope. Mega and Ruth’s connection stayed solid, even when everything around them tried to pull them apart.
This story had me praying, clenching my chest, and rooting for them the whole way through. It was deep, emotional, and a reminder that real love doesn’t crumble when it’s tested—it grows stronger in the dark.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
(For the faith, the fight, and the love that refused to break)
“Faith tested. Love refined. Mega and Ruth proved that even in the dark, God still moves.” ✨
December 9, 2024
Mega is back, y’all, and his mouth is as lethal as ever! I have to agree with the assessments from other reviews—Mel Dau has an incredible talent for balancing dark, intense material with humor that adds just the right amount of light. It’s a rare skill, and Dau executes it flawlessly.
One of my favorite aspects of any great book is strong supporting characters, and Trusting the Dark delivers that in spades. Ruth and Mega’s journey is made even richer by the family and friends who stand by them. Through their darkest hours, these side characters provide shelter, guidance, and unwavering support, making them just as integral to the story as the leads.
Lastly, I have to highlight Ruth’s evolution. In the first book, she was timid and shy, but here we see all of her strength shining through. Her growth is inspiring and beautifully woven into the narrative, making her a character you can truly root for.
Mel Dau has done it again with Trusting the Dark: Mega’s World. If you’re ready for an emotional ride filled with grit, humor, and unforgettable characters, this book is a must-read!
One of my favorite aspects of any great book is strong supporting characters, and Trusting the Dark delivers that in spades. Ruth and Mega’s journey is made even richer by the family and friends who stand by them. Through their darkest hours, these side characters provide shelter, guidance, and unwavering support, making them just as integral to the story as the leads.
Lastly, I have to highlight Ruth’s evolution. In the first book, she was timid and shy, but here we see all of her strength shining through. Her growth is inspiring and beautifully woven into the narrative, making her a character you can truly root for.
Mel Dau has done it again with Trusting the Dark: Mega’s World. If you’re ready for an emotional ride filled with grit, humor, and unforgettable characters, this book is a must-read!
March 13, 2025
My Goodness
While it isn’t stated anywhere, and probably was written strictly as one, this story is the final book of a 5-book series. I read a spoiler in a review and was p*ssed, so I’m just going to say that there is a very sensitive topic on motherhood and family in this book. The author handled it very well in my opinion.
This book made me cry, but in a “sympathy for the characters” way, not a “this made me sad” way. Megatron is so well written. His development from book 1 to this one was amazing. And relatable. I love that every single book shows the characters’ relationship with God, and that it can look different from yours and still very much be a good relationship. While a bit unorthodox, who are we to say that one can’t have the type of relationship with God that Mega has? Really made me reflect on this for myself.
5 stars without a doubt! I’m on a course to read everything in Mel Dau’s catalogue. I absolutely love it here!
While it isn’t stated anywhere, and probably was written strictly as one, this story is the final book of a 5-book series. I read a spoiler in a review and was p*ssed, so I’m just going to say that there is a very sensitive topic on motherhood and family in this book. The author handled it very well in my opinion.
This book made me cry, but in a “sympathy for the characters” way, not a “this made me sad” way. Megatron is so well written. His development from book 1 to this one was amazing. And relatable. I love that every single book shows the characters’ relationship with God, and that it can look different from yours and still very much be a good relationship. While a bit unorthodox, who are we to say that one can’t have the type of relationship with God that Mega has? Really made me reflect on this for myself.
5 stars without a doubt! I’m on a course to read everything in Mel Dau’s catalogue. I absolutely love it here!
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