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Just Because
One final fling was the gift her fiancé had given her.
One wild weekend in Vegas was what her friends planned.
A hidden identity and four hot nights were what she gave a stranger in Vegas.
Then how did social media influencer London Pharr become a runaway bride?
He was a player who didn’t do relationships.
She was a temporary escape for the weekend.
Then why did MLB player Carter Lockwood find himself crashing the wedding of a woman he could not forget?
When she failed to say I do, Carter and London’s lives are irreversibly intertwined. Her loyalty was to her fiancé, but her body desired a stranger. Caught in a love triangle, London must determine who’s worth the risk. Inadvertently uncovering the truth about her new relationship drives London from the man she yearns for to a traumatic accident. In the end, who will be by her the man who wants to vow his life to her, or the one who makes her body burn?
Find out what happens when what was supposed to stay in Vegas doesn’t remain in Vegas.
One wild weekend in Vegas was what her friends planned.
A hidden identity and four hot nights were what she gave a stranger in Vegas.
Then how did social media influencer London Pharr become a runaway bride?
He was a player who didn’t do relationships.
She was a temporary escape for the weekend.
Then why did MLB player Carter Lockwood find himself crashing the wedding of a woman he could not forget?
When she failed to say I do, Carter and London’s lives are irreversibly intertwined. Her loyalty was to her fiancé, but her body desired a stranger. Caught in a love triangle, London must determine who’s worth the risk. Inadvertently uncovering the truth about her new relationship drives London from the man she yearns for to a traumatic accident. In the end, who will be by her the man who wants to vow his life to her, or the one who makes her body burn?
Find out what happens when what was supposed to stay in Vegas doesn’t remain in Vegas.
212 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 7, 2025
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January 15, 2025
I really enjoyed this story
Carter is my other favorite Boo with the same name. London knew in her heart that Dante was not her person. Why else would her connection to Carter be soooooo strong. The recap and reminders for readers to remember where London and Dante left their final vestige of being together... real talk..A hall pass, really Dante! I was so happy that Carter proved to be the best choice. No spoilers, but just read this one and be happy.
Carter is my other favorite Boo with the same name. London knew in her heart that Dante was not her person. Why else would her connection to Carter be soooooo strong. The recap and reminders for readers to remember where London and Dante left their final vestige of being together... real talk..A hall pass, really Dante! I was so happy that Carter proved to be the best choice. No spoilers, but just read this one and be happy.
February 3, 2025
Love!
I've been waiting on Carter and London's story since I read Just for One Night, and it did not disappoint. London was my favorite type on FMC because even if she was unsure of her feelings, she still didn't let anyone make her do something she didn't want to do, no matter how much her mom and Dante tried to influence her. I loved her growth. My boy Carter applied pressure from the first time he saw London, even if he didn't know at the time that he wanted a full relationship. Both Carter and London fumbled a bit, but they kept working at the relationship and their communication, and eventually they got it right, and I loved it.
I've been waiting on Carter and London's story since I read Just for One Night, and it did not disappoint. London was my favorite type on FMC because even if she was unsure of her feelings, she still didn't let anyone make her do something she didn't want to do, no matter how much her mom and Dante tried to influence her. I loved her growth. My boy Carter applied pressure from the first time he saw London, even if he didn't know at the time that he wanted a full relationship. Both Carter and London fumbled a bit, but they kept working at the relationship and their communication, and eventually they got it right, and I loved it.
October 16, 2025
Forget the mattress, Carter put London through the floor!!! Love that for her!
March 13, 2025
London & Carter put me through it ok! Just Because had the perfect amount of drama, spice and intensity! Dante was trash and I'm not sure why London's mom was tripping on Carter at first because Dante definitely was NOT it!
Now let me tell you what almost had me throwing my Kindle.... Carter was playing in all of our faces with that ex of his, I don't give a damn how bad she felt, if she needed consoling I'm sure she had a homegirl or two, London had every right to be mad because how dancing with my man helping you mourn? No ma'am.
I'm glad they took the time to work through their issues, seek professional help and have a happy ending.
Now let me tell you what almost had me throwing my Kindle.... Carter was playing in all of our faces with that ex of his, I don't give a damn how bad she felt, if she needed consoling I'm sure she had a homegirl or two, London had every right to be mad because how dancing with my man helping you mourn? No ma'am.
I'm glad they took the time to work through their issues, seek professional help and have a happy ending.
January 19, 2025
Loved It!!
Carter and London's story was a true example of what happens in Vegas doesn't stay in Vegas. I loved how both of them were in need of true love and passion, and they were able to find it with each other. I knew from Book 1 that I wasn't feeling Dante and Book 2 proved to me why I didn't. In my opinion, any man that would request a hall pass is not the man for you. The growth of the characters, the friendships, the passion mentioned above as well as the chemistry made this an excellent book to read.
Carter and London's story was a true example of what happens in Vegas doesn't stay in Vegas. I loved how both of them were in need of true love and passion, and they were able to find it with each other. I knew from Book 1 that I wasn't feeling Dante and Book 2 proved to me why I didn't. In my opinion, any man that would request a hall pass is not the man for you. The growth of the characters, the friendships, the passion mentioned above as well as the chemistry made this an excellent book to read.
February 19, 2025
Awesome
Fire pit 🧨🧨🔥🧨🔥 flames 🔥🔥🔥🔥
Most definitely bought the heat what's meant to be will be...
I'm glad she let Dante go he was not for her he used pass so he could do what he been doing he didn't plan on you actually doing it!!!!
Chemistry btw London and Carter was unmatched he found what they both were actually looking for was there forever!!!!
Egypt Cyna'e is becoming one of my new authors
Fire pit 🧨🧨🔥🧨🔥 flames 🔥🔥🔥🔥
Most definitely bought the heat what's meant to be will be...
I'm glad she let Dante go he was not for her he used pass so he could do what he been doing he didn't plan on you actually doing it!!!!
Chemistry btw London and Carter was unmatched he found what they both were actually looking for was there forever!!!!
Egypt Cyna'e is becoming one of my new authors
October 12, 2025
I enjoyed London and Carter‘s story. I’m glad that she did a full recovery from the accident. I enjoy the fact that they were able to be honest with each other. Carter wasn’t playing when it came to London and it showed when he stood up to her mom. Nice ending wish we could find out what happened in Book one after the proposal and the next chapter in book 2. Onto Makenna’s story in book 3. definitely worth recommending.💕💕💕
January 11, 2025
It’s the growth and sex for me
And another one!! Baby if you didn’t smoke a cigarette after the first book you definitely gonna smoke on after this one. I loved everything about this book like the first one - the characters , sex scenes, themes , etc etc. I can’t wait to read more bangers from this author.
And another one!! Baby if you didn’t smoke a cigarette after the first book you definitely gonna smoke on after this one. I loved everything about this book like the first one - the characters , sex scenes, themes , etc etc. I can’t wait to read more bangers from this author.
January 28, 2025
I couldn’t choose which book I loved more London or Tiana’s. So I won’t. It was Dante nerve for me. Like for him to do everything he did. To try and gaslight her. Then think wasn’t nothing supposed to change. Bruhh really he got everything he deserved. A don’t get me started on Rob or her raggedy momma
November 20, 2025
🌟🌟🌟.5🎧
The first half of Just Because felt a bit repetitive, since much of London’s storyline was already covered in Just for One Night. It wasn’t until the second half that the story really grabbed my attention. Once it picked up, I found myself enjoying it more especially because the relationship dynamics felt less toxic this time around.
The first half of Just Because felt a bit repetitive, since much of London’s storyline was already covered in Just for One Night. It wasn’t until the second half that the story really grabbed my attention. Once it picked up, I found myself enjoying it more especially because the relationship dynamics felt less toxic this time around.
January 25, 2026
Love
Carter and London story was beautiful.
I loved how they had to go through a rough patch to get where they needed to be.
Egypt was able to show how when you dont communicate, either partner can think the wrong things.
Some women can be jealous of what you have. It is always good to be aware of the people around you.
Carter and London story was beautiful.
I loved how they had to go through a rough patch to get where they needed to be.
Egypt was able to show how when you dont communicate, either partner can think the wrong things.
Some women can be jealous of what you have. It is always good to be aware of the people around you.
February 24, 2026
this is an interconnected standalone and this was book 2.
I started with this book because I thought it had a certain trope in it (MY ASSUMPTION).
although, it did not- I still enjoyed this read.
the chemistry was really good throughout.
the conflict resolution wasn't my favorite but I definitely appreciate their direction.
I started with this book because I thought it had a certain trope in it (MY ASSUMPTION).
although, it did not- I still enjoyed this read.
the chemistry was really good throughout.
the conflict resolution wasn't my favorite but I definitely appreciate their direction.
January 13, 2025
A nice introduction to the author.
This was my first read from the author and I will continue to check her catalog I enjoyed the growth of the characters and the friends were hilarious.
This was my first read from the author and I will continue to check her catalog I enjoyed the growth of the characters and the friends were hilarious.
January 14, 2025
Love Because
It's an awesome first set of books. London and Carter were so good together, even with their ups and downs! The families were good, but London Mama needed to be handled just as Carter did! I enjoyed the epilogue!
Again, bravo first set of books
It's an awesome first set of books. London and Carter were so good together, even with their ups and downs! The families were good, but London Mama needed to be handled just as Carter did! I enjoyed the epilogue!
Again, bravo first set of books
May 3, 2025
good read
So, I gave this a 4 star because basically everything that was in this book was in the first book, but with a little more detail. I was skipping stuff because I already knew what happened and didn’t need to reread it.
So, I gave this a 4 star because basically everything that was in this book was in the first book, but with a little more detail. I was skipping stuff because I already knew what happened and didn’t need to reread it.
March 2, 2026
Better than the first book in the series, right to the point. Donte cheating behind opened up the door to London's happiness and I love that for her. She almost married him because he was familiar and she would've lived to regret it.
March 9, 2026
At first i wasnt interested in London's and Carter's story because i thought it was focused on cheating. but it was really good. The whole thing was a misunderstanding/miscommunication trope.. EXHAUSTING.
but it was good.
The accident was triggering .
Also mention of sibling death.
but it was good.
The accident was triggering .
Also mention of sibling death.
January 9, 2025
Just Because
I enjoyed this story line from book 1 to book 2. London chose right! Her mama was ridiculous. Can’t wait to read more from this author!
I enjoyed this story line from book 1 to book 2. London chose right! Her mama was ridiculous. Can’t wait to read more from this author!
January 18, 2025
I can’t wait to read more from this author!
March 19, 2025
Must read
Book 2 of this great series. This story was great and I loved that they found genuine love. You won't be disappointed.
Book 2 of this great series. This story was great and I loved that they found genuine love. You won't be disappointed.
November 2, 2025
I'm sorry but this book was hilarious for all the wrong reasons. The fact that their baseball season is happening in the dead of winter had me dying lol
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