More Than I Can Bare

by King Benjamin

****Standalone Novel**** Nicole is twenty-seven years old and works as a financial adviser for a small bank. When a banking client she's had a crush on continues to pursue her, Nicole decides to throw caution to the wind and jump back in the dating game. The two discover they have magical chemistry and they soon become the it couple among their family and friends, but once they take their vows things take a drastic change for the worse. Tony is the man most women dream of walking into their lives and never leaving. He's young handsome and financially stable. After withdrawing from the world to mourn over the death of his parents, he meets Nicole who ignites a fire inside of him. She pushes him to new heights in his career and is everything he could ask for, but when she can't deliver on the one thing most important to him it sets off a chain of events that exposes a darker side of them both that neither knew existed. Angel and Dre are cousins of Nicole and Tony and they've been living single on the party scene most of their adult lives. Sparks fly when they meet but there's a question as to whether either is ready for a commitment. After some major setbacks they decide to give it one last try, but will Tony and Nicole's madness stand in their way? Or will all the connecting pieces leave everyone fighting for their own sanity?

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Published January 10, 2025

About the author

King Benjamin was born Ronny Jackson Jr. on the east side of Detroit Michigan. Growing up his love for writing was at first channeled into writing rap songs and short poems. After succumbing to teen peer pressure and the despair of poverty KB, as most call him, would find himself constantly in trouble with the law at a very young age. It wasn’t until his third incarceration that he decided to change his life for the better. Guided by a higher power he discovered his love for literature and also his calling. He would go on to pen four novels in eighteen months before his release. Upon release King Benjamin started his own publishing company and released his debut bestselling novel Cry Baby. To date King has several published bestselling novels and short stories and his following continues to grow rapidly.

Reviews

[Karen · Rating 4 out of 5]

Nicole is a financial adviser at a small bank. A client that she has a crush on pursues her. Nicole is nervous about getting back into the dating game. Nicole and Tony learn that they have a great chemistry. Tony is a handsome young man with a solid financial background. Once dating Nicole, she pushes Tony to pursue his dreams of owning his own shop. Nicole and Tony tie the know, but Tony made a mistake before tying the knot. Tony does not find out about the mistake he makes until later. Tony’s ex advises him that they have a son. Tony is happy that he has a son, since Nicole had two miscarriages. I enjoyed reading about Tony, Nicole, Dre and Angel. The book had some errors but did not take away from the story. Having secrets in a relationship can break a person down. Tony and Nicole are out to attack one another after Nicole finds out about the baby.

[Latiqua Smith · Rating 5 out of 5]

I think this novel was a great read. I fell in love with Tony and Nicole. I hate things didn't work out for them. They were so perfect together before life happened and Tony turned into a beast. I am glad that at the end he realize he was the cause of his marriage ending and he was the cause for Nicole going off the deep end. He did every thing in his power to break her. Glad Nicole is getting the mental help see needs because home girl was 50 shades of crazy. I still think she overreacted to seeing Janice and Jaleel together. Dre and Angel were perfect together as well and I happy they got over their issues. It would dope to hear about their story a little more but the way it ended was perfect.

[Diane Taylor · Rating 4 out of 5]

Let the Truth Be Told

I have never read any books, by this author. I loved the storyline and the characters. I read this book in one day, because I wanted to find out what would happen to Tony and Nicole. Nicole didn't deserve to be treated the way she was, by Tony. The ending was intriguing and wasn't expected. I would have given this book a 5 star rating, but the misspellings and typos caused the rating to drop.

[Delores Fields · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent read

I gave this book a 5 star rating because it is, in my opinion, a great story that held my interest from beginning to end! The characters and the story was very believable. This was the first book that I read from this author, but it definitely won't be my last, as I have already bought 3 more of this author's books and I can't wait to start reading more of his work! I would recommend this book to anyone who loves a great love story gone wrong!

[Shirley Mcqueen · Rating 5 out of 5]

What another good read

This is author pen game is dope. Tony had deep rooted problems and didn't knw how to handle them. Nicole was a good wife she just wanted to save her marriage. Tony was wrong for what he was putting Nicole but in the end she got all tht she deserved i was glad tht she looked out for his son's future and Brittany didn't get anything bc she knew what she was doing. I hated tht Tony got killed but he brought tht on his own

[Becky Janelle · Rating 5 out of 5]

Speechless!!

I don't know how I'm just now reading this book by the author. I thought I was pretty caught up on his catalog. This was definitely a joy ride of emotions for me. This was like an episode of Snapped meets The War of The Roses. This is what can happen when you wanna see whether or not the grass is greener on the other side. However, you have to be careful with what you are leaving behind. Even the sweetest people have their breaking points...Whew!!!

[Aurélie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good

Overall it was a good story . I don’t like how things ended for Tony and Nicole . He was wrong ok but still . Nicole loosing her mind was something else . Glad for Dre and Angel ( but she was a bit too much childish for my liking , she was too damn old to play this type of game )

[Mary Weekly · Rating 5 out of 5]

Tit for tat

Very good read I'm glad that some stories are told that have happened in real life and this was some real life drama here Tony was wrong he started something he couldn't finish he really was a piece of work he got what was coming to him nicole had to do what she had to do

[sanner faye crook · Rating 4 out of 5]

Wow

Wow!! Drama ,Drama one thing after another how couple that so in love be so spiteful toward each other .I feel like it as a both of their fault ,they blame each other.their friends try to help but had their own problems

[Robinett Versey · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was riveting with romance, deception, and violence. The
book was so realistic until it left me hurt and almost crying! Life in this novel was cruel! Great jo! , well written, and unforgettable.

[Anna Peterson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow great read.

First time reading this author and boy did I enjoy it. From beginning to the end this was a great read. Sorry it ended the way it did, but sometimes things don't work the way we like. Happy ending for some, sad ending for others. Great job King.😀,

[Tamika white · Rating 5 out of 5]

It was alot of things. From the beginning it was good . I love the twist and turnes

I like the fact that it started off as love then Tony just changed into a mean person. But He got him back and she still was hurt. He was being selfish

[Talita Holloway · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great read!

This book started out as any fairytale love story would. However, it ended on a sad note! It's a perfect example of what happens when you play with someone's emotions. Also, how hurt can cause your love to turn to hate and revenge!

[Brittney G · Rating 5 out of 5]

Two Crazies

I enjoyed it! Both Nicole & Tony were in the wrong! Be careful how you do a person when they are doing you right! Nicole didn’t deserve Tony’s lies and betrayal & Tony didn’t deserve Nicole’s betrayal. Both were fueled by revenge and had lost all control.

[Guerda Descade · Rating 5 out of 5]

wheeew

Wow wow wow. This book bought back so much traumatic memories that it was sad to read, but it was a great read. Really makes you wonder how can someone love you so much then hate you the next.

[Nakia · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book. True page turner.

Good read to be a free book. Kudos to the author for keeping me entertained. Will definitely follow him for more!

[Cora E. Sobus · Rating 2 out of 5]

Of this book tells how the black community actually talk to each other it's a disgrace. Also in several places her got the characters mixed up the language was atrocious.

[aisha ray · Rating 2 out of 5]

Disappointed

O didn't like this book. It was very boring and dragged on way too long. I usually like this authors books but I just could not get into this one.

[Sheila Hickman · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love this book

This is a must read, people are not always who they appear to be. Secrets can change a person especially when they get caught

[shawntae · Rating 5 out of 5]

Must read

Great book..it kept my attention from beginning to end. if you're looking for something that's going to keep you on edge this is a must read. The Arthur did an excellent job with each character and bringing the story together. It's almost like reading someone you know or your own story.

[Carol Dye · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great read

This was a great read
Each character took me for a ride.
Nicole and Tony remind me that everything that glitters is not gold.

[Mistic Keys Kettle · Rating 5 out of 5]

I never wanted to put the book down, once I started reading it.

[Patrina brown · Rating 5 out of 5]

Awesome sauce

This was a good read from front to back. The ending was awesome sauce. This book won’t disappoint you at all