Chevy's Promise

by Tatiana Timmons

The man known as the King of the Zoo has spoken his truth. He laid his cards on the table and prepared his friends for his impending death. Time is running out, but Chevy is determined to reach Toussaint and fulfill a lifelong dream. However, the one person he feels he needs by his side has gone missing.
Even though the team is aware of Chevy’s sickness, they rally together to aid him in finding a resolution and motivate him to seek treatment. Their final hope rests with Zaria, who they believe can change the King’s life.
Unbeknownst to Zaria, she is faced with Cortez yet again and has now become a savior to Chevy. She finds herself on a trip that will change her and Chevy’s lives. The road trip becomes emotionally explosive, revealing hidden layers within Chevy and leading him to make unforeseen decisions.
Will his decisions change his life for the good or the bad?

319 pages, Kindle Edition

Published January 30, 2025

Reviews

[Demetrius · Rating 5 out of 5]

I FELT EVERY FUCKING EMOTION READING THIS 😭

Now I have to read The Parkside Cove series cause all this shit is connected! 🥴

WE ONLY FUCK WITH THE ZOO!

There is no amount of stars I can rate this. Chevy is one of one! The realist to ever hop on a motorcycle. THE KING! 😤

♾️⭐️

[Ashley Thomas · Rating 3 out of 5]

The long awaited book has arrived

Ummm well it was a decent book. There’s still a TON of errors which is annoying because it’s been like that since the first book. Some things were repetitive and idk something was also missing.

[Satchal Thaxton · Rating 5 out of 5]

chevy 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭 took me through the wringer. he managed to save zaria and beat cancer like i just knew he would !! the amount of loyalty and love and brotherhood they have within the Zoo its just beautiful 🧡 the love and connection between chevy and zaria was just a straight soul tie before even being intimate 🥹. WE DONT FCK W. YOU WE ONLY FCK W. THE ZOO 🧡🧡!!!

[Ebony Essence · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.5 - Well honey that was a ride. Chevy and all of them took it there. Some of my favorite moments was how Chevy and Zu became friends. As well as the talk Chevy and Harvey had. It was big brother and little sister having a heart to heart and i felt that. Chevy dealt with a lot coming up and while he is a beast his heart has forever been in the right place.

The way these guys are unhinged 😂 but Chevy saved everyone last one of them. If it wasn’t for him their lives could’ve been over. Yes Zu messed up. However, you can tell they all love and respect Chevy like a brother/father figure. Zaria and Chevy along with Foe and Harvey are my favorite love stories of the series. They all let their love take time. Everyone is growing up and i can’t wait for the next set of riders.

[Reteika · Rating 5 out of 5]

Whew! 🥺

I loved everything about Zaria & Chevy’s story. The way their souls knew they needed one another was everything. I loved how they were able to communicate with no words needed.

[Kiara Thompson · Rating 5 out of 5]

I cried so many times and I wasn't even 30% into the book yet. Chevy deserves so much and more. A true coming of age story. Definitely a great way to open up a new realm/ crossover into a new series. However, when I tell you I'm so sick of those plants lol (IYKYK)!!

[Katrina · Rating 5 out of 5]

Emotions Are on 10,000☹️😢😭

Man oh man, when I tell you that Chevy’e story will stick with me…it will be embedded in my heart and mind for a long time. Chevy was the poster child for strong and stubborn until his lady love (he didn’t know at the time) Zaria came into his life. Zaria was my girl hero because she shook sh*t up in Chevy’s world. She came in like a reckon ball and mad my guy get down to business and get the help that he needed. Chevy had a strong family unit with the guys he ran with and the women that was down for him and wanted the best for him. Chevy spent his life being there for every one of his friends (family) that when he needed someone to push him and be there for him, they all pitched in and got him together.

Chevy’s story was an emotional rollercoaster, one that will live in your heart forever because I’m sure that there are some similar stories out there. I would love to see how Chevy and his grandparents relationship turns out. If there is another book, i’m all for reading it!!!

I will leave y’all with this…”🗣️”WE ONLY F**K WITH THA ZOO!!!”

[Anita · Rating 5 out of 5]

Chevy’s Promise

This book took me on the wildest emotional roller coaster ride, and it's something that should totally be studied! You won't believe how incredible this story is until you read it. Chevy’s background, his friendship with Zu, and the creation of Zoo Boyz all weave together perfectly. And the love he discovers with Z❤️It's simply breathtaking! This series is an absolute must-read! 🧡🧡🧡

[Pia Green · Rating 5 out of 5]

Whew🤎🫶🏾

What a ride! TATIANA!!!! You most definitely deserve your flowers!!! The Zoo Boyz have definitely captured our hearts! Chevy & Z 🤎🥺 That soul tie is something serious. The way they read each other is something one only experience once in a life time. Another topic for another day. Here we are back in the Cove! I can’t wait to see what you bring next!

[Andrea · Rating 5 out of 5]

HOOKED

Tears have never met my face so much! My goodness Tatiana. May you continue to bless us with your pen and storytelling skills. Book 6 was definitely worth the wait.

[C.M. Campbell · Rating 5 out of 5]

Phenomenal

So often, I am just a reader that enjoys the vibes of a book But this was a book that deserved every bit of the five star rating that I have given it if not more. This was a beautiful conclusion of the Zoo Boyz series.

[ReadnliftwithShar · Rating 4 out of 5]

🥹

Out of all the books, Chevy’s story resonated with me the most- just from a personal experience. I did enjoy the story, as a whole - but Chevy’s stubbornness wore me out! Whew! 😅 I honestly think Zara was the only person that could realistically handle him lol. Their chemistry was sweet and they both have complicated pasts, that made it easier for them to understand each other. I am Interested to see what book two brings.

[Arii Brown · Rating 5 out of 5]

this was just beautiful. the journey of chevy was painful and beautiful. zaria is the definition of a ride or die. love is so scary at times, but this was BEAUTIFUL. yes i cried ugly tears

[Derriece📚 · Rating 5 out of 5]

Worth the wait!!!

I knew his story would take me on a roller coaster ride. I love how Chevy and Zaria saving each other. Please go read I’m not spoiling anybody’s experience. Tatiana you did it yet again!!!!!

[Nita · Rating 5 out of 5]

Whew, what a ride! My emotions were all over the place. At one point, I had to take a break! Chevy pulled through!! I can’t wait until book 2. Tatiana put her heart and soul into this book and series

[Tiana · Rating 5 out of 5]

🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

Zooooooo……This did not disappoint at all. Chevy gave us every emotion that was possible . I loved the buildup and the detail of every chapter.In ready for part two 🧡🧡🧡

[Castina · Rating 5 out of 5]

Chevy, Chevy, Chevy🧡🤭

First off, these books just keep getting better and better! I absolutely loved the cross-country trip aspect, it felt like I was right there with them on the journey. The playlist added the perfect touch, making the experience even more immersive. This book was so good, and I can’t wait for what’s next!

[Sharron · Rating 3 out of 5]

While I loved Chevy, his backstory, and budding relationship with Zaria most of the side stories didn’t add much to the overall plot for this book. I understand the buildup to the Zoo/inferno collab but it seemed like it was just placed into Chevys storyline. A lot of repetitiveness made the story drag unnecessarily and the book could have excelled around 200 pages like the other stories. Harvey’s relationship with Chevy had me annoyed towards the end and Zu and Freckles relationship seemed forced.

*I read all 5 books over a day and a half and thoroughly have enjoyed the series thus far.

[Mani · Rating 4 out of 5]

Lot to unpack with this installment of Zoo Boyz.
Heavy Chevy. A broken, chronically sad man hiding his emotions and putting everyone before himself.
The one we’ve all been waiting on since the very first book.
A lot of his mystery was uncovered here, we were able to see why he was the way his was.
There were parts that had me looking at Chev side ways. He was acting his shoe size. Literally the emotional intelligence of a carrot. I dialed that back because understandably he was sick with fear and grief and that can make ppl act out.
Zaria was getting on my nerves too. I understand wanting someone to open up but truth be told they didn’t have much stock in the game. Their connection was very much insta with no real foundation outside of the few times they spoke.
Nonetheless they grew on me. I hope to read about their connection without all the tumult in the next part.

Multiple POVs that did not convolute the story. Easy read.
Some typos but still enjoyable.

[Mz_MELLO YELLO from the BAY · Rating 5 out of 5]

King Chevy!!!!

Look let me tell you the way I ate this book up!!! I’ve been team Chevy from the time I read about them ZOO BOYZ! The way this book had me felling as if I was on this road trip with them was unreal. The tears, the laughs, the moment and the silence was unreal! Before I move forward I must give Tatiana her 🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹! The way this was written, the way you know Tati put her heart & feelings into this book! She has become one of my favs!

Let’s discuss!!! My guy not playing about his 🪴!! Everybody better stop yelling around them!

Off top Chevy is my man, my man!!! This man and the way he has everyone back is beautiful! What hurts is that his childhood trauma prevented him from accepting love from anyone until he met his LOVE of his life -Zaria. Can we talk about how he describes her ad one of his plants- calm, silent, nurturing and beautiful! The way this woman was able to break that wall down with Chevy was amazing and beautiful. The definition and the break down of the color Orange has me looking at it as one of my favorite colors now! My heart went out to him for all the trauma he had to experience. Shouldn’t NO child go through what he went through! No child should be disrespect & violated the way he was! Everyone deserves love and to be loved and for him to feel he didn’t had me teary eyed, however so glad he found it. What excited me the most was when he decided to fight for his life and love, especially when he found out he was going to be a father/dad! The way he loves on Zaria has me like - where they at cause I definitely need one like Chevy 🤣🤣!! Let’s get on them grandparents, I knew when they seen him as a young child that they knew who he was and left him with that sick man. When I say I 😡, I was 😡. However the way they took accountability for their action couldn’t be ignored. It’s doesn’t and can’t make up for what they did, but it’s a start.

My girl Zaria!!! This Queen here is a blessing. She finally put herself first and was able to lay out her feelings when it came to her sisters and mother. She finally realized that her feelings did matter and NO ONE will ignore them moving forward! The way she stood 10 toes down for Chevy was beautiful and I am here for it! Can we talk about her and the way she handled that chopper, babe she is not to be played with at all! What I loved the most was she assisted him with his feelings, made him express them emotions (when he was ready) that he was holding on to, showed him how to love and receive love, made him understand he had a reason to fight for himself and nothing else. Showed him that he is loved by more than he knew. She also showed how she loved him through it all. Then again, let discuss the pregnancy and that wedding. The love that Chevy and Zaria shared was like no other and again was here for it all. Oh can’t forget the physical connection they both have for one another!!! Let me tell you 🥰

There is so much that can be discuss about this book. Everyone stood 10 toes down for Chevy, as he has done for them! The love that they all showed each other was beautiful! Everyone found their person and I’m for it all! The ZOO family is still standing strong and the KING still here for it but now has his QUEEN on his side. Now let’s see how these Toussaint men going to act, as I don’t think they ready for THE ZOO!

[She Reads What She Wants · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was really one of those books that had me sitting with my feelings before I could even figure out how to put them into words. Wrapping up Chevy’s story and doing it justice? Yeah, that wasn’t easy. It’s so simple to focus on all the drama, the crazy moments, and the humor in the Zoo Boyz series, but this book? This one hit differently because it was about Chevy.

Throughout the series, we’ve seen him, we’ve gotten glimpses of who he is, but until this book, we never truly understood why he moved the way he did. Tatiana took us deep into his past, and when I tell you, it changed everything I thought I knew about him? The way his childhood and early experiences shaped his mindset and led him to choose the family he wanted instead of the one he was given—it was powerful. Chevy has always been the foundation of the Zoo Boyz, but this book showed exactly what it cost him to be that for everyone else.

And when life took a turn he never expected? He didn’t even fight it. But everyone around him—the ones who knew his impact—thought he should fight. That trauma had him believing this was just how it was supposed to go for him. Watching him work through that, watching him open up and actually see a future that included Zaria? That did something to me. She brought light into his life, and instead of shutting it out, he chose to embrace it. And that choice? That growth? Everything.

I LOVED this story. LOVED Chevy’s vulnerability. LOVED how Tatiana closed out this portion of the Zoo Boyz journey. She did her big one with this entire series, but the way she wrapped up Chevy’s book? Unmatched.

[K Lewis · Rating 5 out of 5]

Chevy aka June… This man’s story took the breath from my lungs. I went through every emotion—laughter, tears, anger, heartbreak, and hope—all in one book. Only Chevy could drag you through so much pain and still stand ten toes down in resilience.

If life has ever handed you a losing deck, you will feel Chevy’s story in your soul. The way Tatiana Timmons developed his character.... Flawless. We saw him build, protect, fight, and give every piece of himself to the people around him. But who was there for him?

That’s where Ms. Zaria—Z—comes in. She didn’t just love Chevy, she poured into him in a way that no one else ever had. She saw the man behind the legend, behind the monster some feared, and loved him anyway.

Chevy’s story isn’t just another urban fiction tale—it’s a journey. A story of pain, redemption, and a man who had to fight for everything he had. He may have been ruthless, but he was also a king.

I won’t even go too deep in this review because you need to experience this book for yourself. Walk through Chevy’s past, his choices, his regrets. Peel back the layers of the man we thought we knew in the previous books. This one... It’s deep. Have your tissues ready.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Which book character has wrecked you emotionally like Chevy? Let’s talk in the comments! ⬇️

[📚MekaG Readz📚 · Rating 5 out of 5]

We only Phucc with the Zoo!!

Whew Chevy’s book was so heavy! It pulled on all of my emotions all at once. This highly anticipated book was well worth the wait! We get Chevy’s back story! And I just want to hug the his inner child and tell him it’s gonna be ok! Chevy went through a lot going through foster care then along with being adopted by a man who meant him nothing but evil! Oh but they get his just do as he should. We also get a snippet of how he becomes the protector that he is. Zaria is rescued and is introduced to why it’s called the Zoo and her kidnapper pays the ultimate price. Chevy still is hell bent on leaving and Zaria finds out that he sick when he has a seizure right before her eyes and she demands answers from the crew! Now that’s just a little of how it started and ima leave y’all to it because I need y’all to be in your feelings just like I was but I’ll leave with this We don’t phucc with you, We only phucc with the Zoo🧡🧡🧡🧡

[Angela L. · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have been waiting patiently to hear the story of the King of the Zoo Boyz. Chevy’s story is definitely heartbreaking from being in foster care with an abusive caretaker, adopted by a ruthless man who abused him and treated him like a slave and then to find out he has cancer. Despite not being loved as a child Chevy finds love in his family the Zoo Boyz as well as his friend from foster care Harvey and his woman Zaria. Chevy has accepted his cancer diagnosis and he is ready to go on a road trip to finally meet his birth mother and meet his fate. The Zoo Boyz have different plans they join him on this road trip and pray this his love for Zaria will help save him. This book was definitely an emotional rollercoaster ride and in true Zoo Boyz fashion it had me laughing, crying and celebrating. I can’t wait for part 2.

[Khaila Danielle 🌸🤎 · Rating 5 out of 5]

I cried literal tears at the end of this book and teared up several times during this book! This story is the epitome of love heals all and shows the impact trauma can have on our platonic and romantic relationships!

Being a social worker and reading this book HITS DIFFERENT because he should’ve been protected and he was failed by EVERYONE (except Harvey).

Of all the guys, June and Zaria’s love story was my favorite!

Ready for the next phase
🥹🥹😭😭😭😭😭😭🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡

[Jaliesa · Rating 5 out of 5]

Chevy’s Promise, the king & the Queen. perfect !! June & Zaria

This story took me through it Chevy Chevy, omg this really was everything , he been through so much and to be the man he was , how he rock with his team is strength , courage just everything. Z was perfect for him . They were perfect for each other , I went through all the emotions. This was great!!!! omg! They rode for him and I love to see every second !

Zoo ova everything !!!!!

[Tamika · Rating 5 out of 5]

Zoo Over Everything



This book made me laugh and cry as it described a brotherhood that rallied together to support and protect a brother that had to fight brain cancer. The love story that developed between everyone and finding out what making a family you chose and feeling love for the first time. The book was everything and more. I can’t wait for further books to finish this crazy but beautiful story.

[Alicia · Rating 5 out of 5]

Yeah Tatiana ate with this one! I wasn’t originally a Zaria fan but she won me over in this book. A lot of back story was provided for her and Chevy, which made their story evening more amazing. Just so you know… we STILL only f*ck with the Zoo! 🧡

[Quiantra McGhee · Rating 5 out of 5]

Best damn book I’ve read this year!

[Victoria · Rating 5 out of 5]

Tatiana!!! Why girl?! I’ve laughed, I’ve cried! This series has been everything and I’m can’t wait til the next drop! WE ONLY FUCK WITH THE ZOO!