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Solace
"You calm the storm that followed me. Silenced the thunders. And filled my emptiness with your peace. You became more than my calmness. You became my Solace."
Robyn Thornton seemed to have it all—a rising star in the fashion and film world, a household name known by her stage name "Solace." Her beauty graced billboards, magazine covers, and silver screens, making her the envy of many. But beneath the glamorous surface, Robyn’s life was anything but peaceful. As the daughter of the powerful Thornton family, the pressure to uphold their legacy weighed heavily on her, leaving her life in turmoil.
Enter David Calloway—the undefeated heavyweight boxing champion, who had fought his way to the top only to find that fame and fortune couldn’t calm the chaos around him. David’s life was filled with battles both inside and outside the ring, but what he needed most wasn’t another fight—it was the one thing he couldn’t seem to peace.
In each other, Robyn and David find the solace they’ve been desperately seeking. But with their worlds of high expectations and constant scrutiny colliding, can their love survive the storms of fame, betrayal, and heartbreak?
In a story of two souls seeking refuge in each other, Solace is a journey through love, healing, and the power of finding peace amidst chaos.
Robyn Thornton seemed to have it all—a rising star in the fashion and film world, a household name known by her stage name "Solace." Her beauty graced billboards, magazine covers, and silver screens, making her the envy of many. But beneath the glamorous surface, Robyn’s life was anything but peaceful. As the daughter of the powerful Thornton family, the pressure to uphold their legacy weighed heavily on her, leaving her life in turmoil.
Enter David Calloway—the undefeated heavyweight boxing champion, who had fought his way to the top only to find that fame and fortune couldn’t calm the chaos around him. David’s life was filled with battles both inside and outside the ring, but what he needed most wasn’t another fight—it was the one thing he couldn’t seem to peace.
In each other, Robyn and David find the solace they’ve been desperately seeking. But with their worlds of high expectations and constant scrutiny colliding, can their love survive the storms of fame, betrayal, and heartbreak?
In a story of two souls seeking refuge in each other, Solace is a journey through love, healing, and the power of finding peace amidst chaos.
672 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 5, 2025
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June 2, 2025Rating: TBD because I have thoughts. SO many thoughts.
Let’s just start with the obvious: this book made me FEEL things frustration, sadness, a touch of rage but that doesn’t automatically make it a five-star experience. I’m still sorting out my feelings, so let’s just call this the review where I respectfully air my grievances.
First off, I DETEST third person POV, BUT there’s so much dialogue that eventually I stopped noticing the narrator. It didn’t ruin the story, which surprised me. That said, from about chapter four on, this was full-blown sorrow-soaked drama. And not the fun kind. The “somebody please go to therapy” kind.
Robyn was an interesting FMC flawed, layered, and different from what I usually read. But for someone with such a strong support system (family, friends, resources!), her behavior was hard to excuse. Like, ma’am… you’re a beloved star with trauma, sure, but also: no vacation until Dave? No real follow-through with AA? No therapy? No consistent coping mechanisms? It started giving Woe Is Me: The Extended Cut without much effort toward healing. Like I get it’s not for everyone but being that she went for treatment for alcoholism prior too I just think it’s crazy she ain’t keep no tokens, take away no notes, make connections at the treatment facility NOTHINGGG just crying and lashing out at her family.
Ezekiel should’ve been gone three emotional breakdowns ago. The fact that Robyn never pressed charges or even told the cops that her ex man was literally terrorizing her?? Whew. And then she barely tells her parents, stays snapping on her family—but didn’t curse Jada out when she had the perfect opportunity? I was stressed. Zeek’s storyline was also left dangling. Like… is he alive? Did we just let him seize into the abyss? I also don’t like a bunch of pop culture references sorry they just take away the fiction vibes lol.
Now, David. An okay MMC. Not bad, not great. But the man had trauma, IED, wasn’t taking his meds, and wasn’t on anybody’s couch. Like sir, *at least* talk to Jesus or a journal. I just kept wondering what the reader was supposed to feel sympathy? Hope? Confusion? Because I mostly felt like I needed someone to intervene.
And LUKE? Don’t even get me started. Hated him the whole time. He brought nothing but bad vibes, hater energy, and unresolved trauma that nobody asked for. If “my daddy died” is supposed to explain his behavior… sir, please. That man been dead and you’ve been drunk. Try again. Like you Mike and David all lost the same daddy and they not haters so what’s tea Luke ?
Also: Mike and Dylan’s POVs? Unnecessary. They didn’t add enough to justify the page time. And while it’s not a cliffhanger, I *really* wish we were told upfront this was a series. A lot of meaningful info was clearly being held back to tee up book two and I’m not sure if I care enough to follow through unless the next book really delivers. Like flashbacks, closure, the works.
Now for the good: Robyn’s entire family carried. From her mama to every sister and her niece, they were the best part of the book—funny, real, and ride-or-die. I even liked Emory, though I won’t lie… Luke needed a whooping. Like Dylan style put him in a coma or something so he can have his come to Jesus moment. Cus every-time I thought he was changing he went right back to being Weird AF and we the reader just don’t get enough of an explanation.
In short: I’m not mad I read it. I just need more detail and less spiraling if I’m coming back for part two. Oh and the Chris Brown references in a book where someone experiences DV is CRAZYYYYYYY and a lil tacky if you ask me. I know everyone don’t feel how I feel toward abusers when they can back flip but yeah that def turned me off too
Let’s just start with the obvious: this book made me FEEL things frustration, sadness, a touch of rage but that doesn’t automatically make it a five-star experience. I’m still sorting out my feelings, so let’s just call this the review where I respectfully air my grievances.
First off, I DETEST third person POV, BUT there’s so much dialogue that eventually I stopped noticing the narrator. It didn’t ruin the story, which surprised me. That said, from about chapter four on, this was full-blown sorrow-soaked drama. And not the fun kind. The “somebody please go to therapy” kind.
Robyn was an interesting FMC flawed, layered, and different from what I usually read. But for someone with such a strong support system (family, friends, resources!), her behavior was hard to excuse. Like, ma’am… you’re a beloved star with trauma, sure, but also: no vacation until Dave? No real follow-through with AA? No therapy? No consistent coping mechanisms? It started giving Woe Is Me: The Extended Cut without much effort toward healing. Like I get it’s not for everyone but being that she went for treatment for alcoholism prior too I just think it’s crazy she ain’t keep no tokens, take away no notes, make connections at the treatment facility NOTHINGGG just crying and lashing out at her family.
Ezekiel should’ve been gone three emotional breakdowns ago. The fact that Robyn never pressed charges or even told the cops that her ex man was literally terrorizing her?? Whew. And then she barely tells her parents, stays snapping on her family—but didn’t curse Jada out when she had the perfect opportunity? I was stressed. Zeek’s storyline was also left dangling. Like… is he alive? Did we just let him seize into the abyss? I also don’t like a bunch of pop culture references sorry they just take away the fiction vibes lol.
Now, David. An okay MMC. Not bad, not great. But the man had trauma, IED, wasn’t taking his meds, and wasn’t on anybody’s couch. Like sir, *at least* talk to Jesus or a journal. I just kept wondering what the reader was supposed to feel sympathy? Hope? Confusion? Because I mostly felt like I needed someone to intervene.
And LUKE? Don’t even get me started. Hated him the whole time. He brought nothing but bad vibes, hater energy, and unresolved trauma that nobody asked for. If “my daddy died” is supposed to explain his behavior… sir, please. That man been dead and you’ve been drunk. Try again. Like you Mike and David all lost the same daddy and they not haters so what’s tea Luke ?
Also: Mike and Dylan’s POVs? Unnecessary. They didn’t add enough to justify the page time. And while it’s not a cliffhanger, I *really* wish we were told upfront this was a series. A lot of meaningful info was clearly being held back to tee up book two and I’m not sure if I care enough to follow through unless the next book really delivers. Like flashbacks, closure, the works.
Now for the good: Robyn’s entire family carried. From her mama to every sister and her niece, they were the best part of the book—funny, real, and ride-or-die. I even liked Emory, though I won’t lie… Luke needed a whooping. Like Dylan style put him in a coma or something so he can have his come to Jesus moment. Cus every-time I thought he was changing he went right back to being Weird AF and we the reader just don’t get enough of an explanation.
In short: I’m not mad I read it. I just need more detail and less spiraling if I’m coming back for part two. Oh and the Chris Brown references in a book where someone experiences DV is CRAZYYYYYYY and a lil tacky if you ask me. I know everyone don’t feel how I feel toward abusers when they can back flip but yeah that def turned me off too
September 4, 2025
Good read just lengthy
Robyn wore a facade for the world but felt she could never be herself until she met David Calloway. They had a connection, but they often let insecurities get in the way. In the end they truly found solace in one another. I did enjoy this book but it drug on for far to long with the lack of trust, no one putting their friend/family in check, secrets hidden too long, therapy should have been sought much earlier. Luke almost seemed like he envied David and was out to hurt him. Yanna was a trifling hoe! To think she actually hooked up with Luke! That was crazy as well as her best friend Selena being pregnant and if I read right so was Yanna!!! There was a lot of instances where it was unrealistic as a famous boxer would not be doing interviews and no security, his net worth would've had him protected at all times and then Yanna wouldn't have had access to him. Someone in the family should have dealt with Robyn and her many issues, and she needed therapy anyway. Overall the ending left us with many questions, for the amount of pages in this book, there should have been closure for everyone. Epilogues are there for that reason. I must admit I skimmed a lot of pages toward the ending chapters, it was just a lot of unnecessary fluff. This book could have been less than 300 pages and just a good read, too drawn out for me!
Robyn wore a facade for the world but felt she could never be herself until she met David Calloway. They had a connection, but they often let insecurities get in the way. In the end they truly found solace in one another. I did enjoy this book but it drug on for far to long with the lack of trust, no one putting their friend/family in check, secrets hidden too long, therapy should have been sought much earlier. Luke almost seemed like he envied David and was out to hurt him. Yanna was a trifling hoe! To think she actually hooked up with Luke! That was crazy as well as her best friend Selena being pregnant and if I read right so was Yanna!!! There was a lot of instances where it was unrealistic as a famous boxer would not be doing interviews and no security, his net worth would've had him protected at all times and then Yanna wouldn't have had access to him. Someone in the family should have dealt with Robyn and her many issues, and she needed therapy anyway. Overall the ending left us with many questions, for the amount of pages in this book, there should have been closure for everyone. Epilogues are there for that reason. I must admit I skimmed a lot of pages toward the ending chapters, it was just a lot of unnecessary fluff. This book could have been less than 300 pages and just a good read, too drawn out for me!
August 31, 2025
Traumatized
The story of David and Robyn has too many inconsistencies,they were at the top op of the careers,very famous,but walked around without any security.Many of the incidents that traumatized them,was because had no security.Wy would a world wide boxing champion ,be out in Las Vegas for a promotional match be at a bar,by himself! I’m happy that there’s not a part two,this story was exhausting to read at times,seemed drawn out and inconsistent.
David was painted as a nice lovable guy,but the constant crying by him was exhausting,I was wondering if he would ever seek counseling.
I felt that the storyline had so many inconsistencies,that I had to speed read through,like ,did Ezekiel ever recover,what was Luke’s motive? Who was Yanni ‘s bd? That ending was…ugggh,it felt rushed, was hoping that there would not be a part 2.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ no grammatical errors.
The story of David and Robyn has too many inconsistencies,they were at the top op of the careers,very famous,but walked around without any security.Many of the incidents that traumatized them,was because had no security.Wy would a world wide boxing champion ,be out in Las Vegas for a promotional match be at a bar,by himself! I’m happy that there’s not a part two,this story was exhausting to read at times,seemed drawn out and inconsistent.
David was painted as a nice lovable guy,but the constant crying by him was exhausting,I was wondering if he would ever seek counseling.
I felt that the storyline had so many inconsistencies,that I had to speed read through,like ,did Ezekiel ever recover,what was Luke’s motive? Who was Yanni ‘s bd? That ending was…ugggh,it felt rushed, was hoping that there would not be a part 2.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ no grammatical errors.
June 30, 2025
Dramatic? Yes
Did I love it tho? Also Yes
I really did enjoy seeing the character growth with both Robyn and David but damn these niggas needed therapy early on lol. Im glad they did end up working through their own traumas bc wheew they worried me for a sec.
Typically miscommunication troupe can be hit or miss for me but this was a hit. They were def some moments I was yelling at both of them because they never just spoke up but when you really analyzing their past traumas and coping mechanisms it makes sense.
But I really loved these two. David is such a good vulnerable lover😍
Did I love it tho? Also Yes
I really did enjoy seeing the character growth with both Robyn and David but damn these niggas needed therapy early on lol. Im glad they did end up working through their own traumas bc wheew they worried me for a sec.
Typically miscommunication troupe can be hit or miss for me but this was a hit. They were def some moments I was yelling at both of them because they never just spoke up but when you really analyzing their past traumas and coping mechanisms it makes sense.
But I really loved these two. David is such a good vulnerable lover😍
July 4, 2025
Needs an epilogue...
It was missing something toward the end, it felt unfinished. Love the vulnerability the men showed in this book, the encouragement of therapy, seeking help from professionals and family were consistent themes throughout which I appreciated.
It was missing something toward the end, it felt unfinished. Love the vulnerability the men showed in this book, the encouragement of therapy, seeking help from professionals and family were consistent themes throughout which I appreciated.
August 19, 2025
Great read
I've truly enjoyed reading this book. This book was good to the last drop. If you haven't read it, why not???
I've truly enjoyed reading this book. This book was good to the last drop. If you haven't read it, why not???
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