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Unorthodox Love #2

Keep Giving Me Love: Unorthodox Love, Book 2

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Peace.

That's what Synovi now had and cherished more than anything. Free from all the disturbances his chaotic life once ensued, he wanted nothing more than to keep it that way. With a thriving business and relationship, almost nothing could take him back to that dark place of no love. His Love didn't reside there.

His world is still hers, and she is still his.

Without warning, Torin inserted herself into Synovi's life and remained. She's the person he can run to when everything begins to fade, but there's a price to pay when you have a good heart. It's costly, depending on the circumstances, and Torin isn't sure her light is enough for the both of them to make it through the tunnel again.

Is keeping her to himself all in vain, or is their bond strong enough to prove otherwise?

Contains mature themes.

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Published July 30, 2024

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BriAnn Danae

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BriAnn Danae is an urban romance author and native of Kansas City, Missouri. In October 2015, she penned her first novel and since has enhanced her catalog claiming seventy titles to date. She whimsically writes Black love stories with purpose and passion, making you want to go beyond the book and look into her mind as a writer.

As the two-time 2021 Black Girls Who Write award winner for Best Black Book Series and Best Black Urban Romance and KCPCA 2023 Best Author of Kansas City, BriAnn has masterfully crafted her pen. With the talent to navigate between genres, she’s captured the hearts of her readers, making them fall hard in love with her characters. Her writing can be classified as soul-snatching, heart-yearning, chest throbbing, and downright some of the most exhilarating literature one could grace their eyes upon.

There’s a message BriAnn strives to leave with her readers. “I don’t just write to tell a story. I write to paint a picture and give a testimony.”

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Profile Image for Rashawnda.
1,391 reviews1,137 followers
December 27, 2023
“I thank Him every day for you. Twice, ’cause you deserve that.”

TorNovi for the wiiiinnnnnnn!!! I’m not gone hold y’all long because it’s the end of the year and I need to rest up for my 2024 reviews 😂😅 but Briann did her big one with this update on Synovi and Torin! I absolutely loved them in “Keep You To Myself” and didn’t think it was possible for that love to expand! But chyyyyyy it did in excess!!

It was the DAILY affirmations for me! It was the pouring into each other’s cups to keep them spilling over! It was the constant communication! It was the consistency! It was the reaffirming when doubt crept in! It was the Love, always, in all ways! 🥰🥰

Even when chaos attempted to disrupt their peace, they were solid with the foundation they laid and worked together as a unit! I honestly could go on and on and on about the gems in this book but like I said I won’t hold y’all! If you’re still in your holiday era of reading, make this book and the one before it some of the first you indulge in January 2024! It was THAT good!
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1,068 reviews315 followers
December 24, 2023
Novi still has my heart 🥴. This was a nice update . I still love Torin and Novi relationship but the situation they’ve faced makes me love it even more. Jade still ain’t shit. I see potential stories with Raquel and Leighton hopefully we get it.
Profile Image for *Ebony I*.
1,415 reviews155 followers
March 2, 2024
The love they deserved

" I love you Always." "In All Ways."

This sentiment was felt between Synovi and Torin throughout this book. Synovi had come a long way and his business was flourishing even though it had been under a year that he started it. It was beautiful to see him finally winning and I loved how he always showed his appreciation to Torin and supported her business as well. I loved how they didn't rush their relationship. Although Torin loved to be up under him, not pushing to live with him to allow him to experience freedom and having a space of his own was.....just LOVE.

When evil nothing azz Jade tried to sabotage their life from the grave I was so mad for them. It felt like Synovi could not move forward without drama. However, instead of it pulling them apart it pushed them closer together and they became even more of a team. It was such a tough situation because it threatened the little progression in the relationship he was building with his mother. Together Synovi and Torin made it work. The ending was so sweet and everything they deserved. I'll forever be rooting for Synovi and Torin.
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139 reviews2,116 followers
September 8, 2025
SYNOVI SYNOVI SYNOVI...... I love that man lol. This was a great ending to one hell of a story.
Profile Image for Kirethia.
44 reviews16 followers
December 26, 2023
The love was so potent! I was heady reading a lot of it. Everything bout highlighted. Torin a beautiful soul who stood in all Synovi’s gaps. Synovi a survivor in every respect who found his love and knew come what may he’d be okay with her by his side. I’m just happy to witness this in this moment because the bar continues to be set not just for my future man but for me as well. Healing was a central theme and you can only show up for others if you are fully there yourself. Wow BriAnn you really got me in my feelings but you deserve your flowers and I don’t mind giving them!
Profile Image for LaToya Lee.
353 reviews
December 24, 2023
Synovi Just Makes Me Swoon 🥰

Not only do we get to continue to witness Synovi be an amazing man but we get to see him take on a new role in this book and he’s just 🤌🏾 He’s everything. Torin is still just as amazing - their relationship is just dreamy. Love them together. They make a great team and I loved seeing them win.

And I really enjoyed getting more of Raquel. Khysen caught my attention- I like him.. wondering if we will get something about those two 🙏🏾

There were so many gems dropped in this book. I loved it.
Profile Image for Toya  Davis-Stokley.
2,564 reviews101 followers
December 29, 2023
Just when I thought I could not love this couple more, you go and up the ante! THIS READ WAS EVERYTHING! ❤😍 I am just in awe of the maturity and growth that we’ve seen in Synovi! Yes, he has his moments where his mind would drift back to his childhood, and the doubts would resurface. However, those moments would push him to grind harder with his business, and Miss Torin was not allowing him to wallow too long!

Torin! Ma’am you are an angel! 💖 Running your catering company, dealing with Raquel’s crazy ass, and filling in the missing pieces for Synovi. I so admire the way Torin loves Synovi. Her patience, understanding, support, and presence mean everything to him. She is always right there by his side to assure him that he is enough!

Then here comes some more ish with Jade! Really heifer??? Ughhh….. 🤬 I gasped for a minute when the bomb was dropped, and I wondered if Torin would be down to ride. What the hell was I thinking? Of course, she is, this is Synovi was talkin’ bout! 😂 He gave her the assurance that they would be in this together, allowing her to put all her fears to rest. They have such an amazing, and powerful love that can be felt through the pages! My heart is so full after this read and that epilogue had me overflowing with joy!

Now, what’s up with Raquel and Khysen, I feel something there. Hope they get a story soon. Amazing job BriAnn! 👍👍👍
Profile Image for Breeee Ranae⚜️.
281 reviews72 followers
February 11, 2024
TorNovi🥰
This was such a cute update. I wanted to see them win from the beginning. The way this man pours into his woman made my heart so full. THATS A BLACK KING RIGHT THERE.
I kinda want Raquel to have her own book to see what’s next for her love life.

The fact that Jade was still with the craziness in book two is Beyond me. Definition of Delu.
Profile Image for Ebony.
280 reviews33 followers
December 23, 2023
What’s better than one book about Synovi? TWO!!

I was reading this book smiling so hard and also clutching my chest!!!

In Keep Giving Me Love by BriAnn Danae, we get to see Novi be the boss and the lover! We get to see the love between him and Torin continue to grow and how they handle the challenges of being in a relationship when life starts LIFE-ING!

BriAnn’s pen game is crazy and her books are like therapy. There is always a message, a life lesson that makes me hold these books near and dear to my heart. Keep Giving Me Love touches on imposter syndrome, dealing with spiteful people, and accepting that you are deserving of love and good things, regardless of what the past looked like.

My random thoughts:
Synovi is still the exception!!

He’s not your billionaire book bae, but he is THE BOOK BAE! No one can compare!

If you didn’t think you could love this man, this couple, and their love any more than you already did, BUCKLE UP! Because I’m ready to go toe to toe with yall behind Synovi 🤭

10/10😮‍💨

THE BONUS SCENE!! That’s how you end a TorNovi love story!!!!!
Profile Image for Sharon Alexander.
76 reviews13 followers
December 27, 2023
Are we even surprised that this book is a 5 star read? This book delivered just like the first one did. I love that we were updated on Synovi and Torin. This couple love is UNMATCHED. If showing up for your man in all ways was a definition, Torin will be the word.

Synovi still holds the place as one of my top book boyfriends. This man and the way he expresses himself, his need to solve all of Torin issues. The way he shows up for his family and took on this huge role naturally *sigh* I love this man! I’m just swooned every time he talks and takes initiative. He’s a good man, Savannah. A great man!
Profile Image for Tanisa.
86 reviews7 followers
March 30, 2024
“Thank you isn’t enough, but I’ma keep telling you. When I pray and thank God for the people in my life, I thank Him twice for you. It’s whatever for you and about you, baby. Know that.” •

I already told BriAnn this, but baby girl did her big one with writing the second story to put an end to such an amazing story. •

If there is one word that describes this entire book it would be HEALING. Throughout this entire book you watch Synovi and Torin grow and heal due to an event that could have torn them apart. They both rose to the occasion and loved those girls DOWN BAD! 🥹 •

It felt so good to watch Synovi grow into the man he was destined to be despite the young boy we saw in Keep You To Myself. Through his own hard work and the love and good woman, Synovi grew into a business man that was working hard to mend generational curses that weee not his. •

Wooow. I’m so sad that this book series has ended, but Keep Giving Me Love was the perfect way to end it. •

✨✨✨✨✨/5.
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328 reviews
September 14, 2024
Series 5⭐️ “Keep You to Myself & Keep Giving Me Love”
Synovi Black 🥹🥹. I will forever sing Synovi and Torin’s praises! This one was personal and I loved everything about it. Okay. Let me write this review for yall. 🫶🏾

It would be easy to think that Synovi was a product of his environment but he’s not. Life just has a way of giving you days where everything is dark. Synovi felt like he was surrounded by darkness but one thing he never let go of, even when he could not see it for himself, was hope. He knew he wouldn’t always be down. The same life that gives you dark days, gives you light and love and for Synovi, that was Torin.

Torin Kaine: a chef, entrepreneur, big sister, and a homeowner with a Smith and Wesson and questions for this stranger in her house 😂 I loved how we met Torin. She definitely made my Favorite FMC list. She was the light that Synovi didn’t know he needed and I loved the way she spoke life into his heart.

The twists and turns in both books hit me like a ton of bricks. I did not see them coming and I loved that for me and it speaks to Briann’s writing. The character development was realistic with the life changes they were experiencing. Synovi was in his head a lot with his new life roles and even when they needed their space to process life, they understood going back to the dark tunnel was not an option. Being surrounded by supportive family members, friends, and mentors were imperative to their mental health, relationship, and career goals.

Their love is deep, honest, and powerful. I am so glad I met Synovi and Torin.
“Everything, no matter how they came about, had worked out in his favor.” TorNovi forever. 🖤
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Profile Image for Fatimah.
460 reviews1 follower
August 25, 2024
The love that Synovi & Torin share is everything! I wish everyone could be able to experience that type of security, appreciation, & care. Having a love that made you feel safe, cherished & like someone’s home is nothing short of amazing. I love this story so much! I was definitely thrown off guard when that will was read bc whetttttt, Jade still tryna terrorize that man. Both book 1 & 2 was everything I needed!!
Profile Image for JMonique.
120 reviews17 followers
September 11, 2025
I love Synovi & Torin so bad 😩🥰 They’re literally one of my favs atp!!! Synovi’s growth, their growth as a couple, the girls omg this was just too cute!!!

Jade found a way to pmo per usual 🙄😭 but even with all her unhinged foolishness, her messiness only added to Synovi & Torin’s story coming full circle! He did what only a man with a heart as big as his could do!!! He had me smiling from ear to ear the way he handled everything thrown at him!! He’s truly one of a kind!!

This was the PERFECT ending to this series!!!! I’ll definitely be getting into more from this author! 🥰
Profile Image for Tam Heart.
381 reviews6 followers
September 20, 2024
Finally got around to reading the follow-up to Keep You To Myself. Torin and Synovi are just so cute. Synovi is such a sweet, caring and gentle man while still being a little rough around the edges. (As if they are real and not characters), I am so glad he found someone like Torin to love him unconditionally. She is the perfect example of a soulmate; encouraging, loving, appreciative, helpful and the list goes on.
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251 reviews42 followers
May 6, 2024
I’m late to the party, but I just love these two. I can read about Synovi and Torin all day long. I don’t want their story to end. Just genuine, true love even through trials.

I love how vulnerable the MMC is and how they encourage, build up, and promote one another. Another great read by Briann
Profile Image for Pinks.
174 reviews11 followers
December 30, 2023
Giving me Love In All Ways !!

The way I am grinning right now my cheeks hurt from how stuck they are in place. Synovi and Torin have been on my mind from book one dropped and to see book two come topped it even more; I was invested in their love story from day one. I’m so glad we got to see the growth of their progress and relationship after the aftermath of things that took place in book one and it made me so happy and proud for them like I really know them 😭. Synovi really deserved Torin in all ways because they were just made for each other she was his peace and he was her home. I just kept saying leave this man alone he been through enough trauma and now gotta spin the block back to trauma town.
That jade is something idc she got her demise sorry to say but not sorry the only unfortunate thing was the girls being without both parents. She was sick in the head from jump and needed to join her husband like girllll you really bothered these peoples lives over spitefulness, jealousy and hatred but it back fired because even tho she did all those grimey things Synovi and Torin and the girls got their happy after and Synovi needed those girls like they need him soooo hahahaha u lost 😂. Synovi and Torins love was very enticing and capturing definitely one of my fav couples and having their support system rally around them in time of need was very touching. But Kalie and Skylar’s personalities had me cracking up they are firecrackers.

I was really hype seeing BriAnn’s other books come in I got to visit parish, koya, project, Loriana, Judah and mikka all over again but that scene with koya was a highlight had me dying.

I’m being greedy but I’m begging for another one this time of the wedding and the future and life again.
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24 reviews10 followers
December 23, 2023
I want to thank BriAnn so much for sharing this story with me pre-release.

My heart is so full being with these characters again. Torin and Synovi are both thriving as entrepreneurs and are trying to find the balance between catering to their businesses and being there for each other. Remembering where Synovi came from and seeing him become a successful entrepreneur had me tearing up like i know this man in real life. It was such a proud moment to watch him break down his barriers that he had with his mother and give 100% to his relationship with her and also taking on that familial role that would have been an impossible decision for anyone but his mind was made up immediately. This was such an emotional story highlighting the importance of family and leaning on your loved ones when needed. As always, Torin is his Queen and she gon stick beside her man no matter what. I love the way the BriAnn highlights not only black love, but also black success, and the little pop ups of characters from her other books always bring a smile to my face. Thank You BriAnn for giving us more of this couple💕 I hope Racquel’s story is up next 👀
Profile Image for Tina Sharane.
157 reviews9 followers
October 7, 2024
4.75 🌟 It was the ending of the bonus content that did it for me!!! Synovi is such a man's man & I absolutely loved every moment of the love he shared with Torin! This book was a very nice addition to their story & I honestly have no complaints other than Jade's spiteful, messy a**... 😒 But what she meant for Synovi's downfall only elevated him more as a man while helping to further solidify the love between him & Torin, so try again next lifetime ma'am! 🙃 IYKYK. I can't say anything more without spoiling it, so you will just have to read this one & “Keep You To Myself” for yourself to fully experience Synovi & Torin like I did. You will NOT be disappointed!

It's safe to say I am truly fulfilled when it comes to Synovi Black & Torin Kaine, so I will most definitely be needing physical copies of this one in my home library as well & I will be reading more from BriAnn Danae because I absolutely love her writing style & her talent for storytelling is undeniable. 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
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1,167 reviews71 followers
December 29, 2023
Keep Giving Me These Stories

Synovi has claimed the top spot on my book boyfriend chart and like he does everything else he did it seemingly effortlessly! When I tell you this book brought me joy I mean THAT! I literally went to bed with a smile on my face when I took a break and woke up with one knowing had more to read. That is the power of great writing. That’s the joy of reading. I absolutely cannot wait to read more of BriAnn’s work because she really is a gifted storyteller. The pacing was well done, it was a true continuation of their story and not just forcing there to be more to the story. Torin is a beautiful FMC and the perfect compliment to a character like Novi. And I’m all the way here for the product gems she dropped we love to see it!
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80 reviews26 followers
April 23, 2024
I went into this with huge expectations. Huge. I was nervous that I would be let down but babbyyyyyy BriAnn came all the way thru and did not take her foot off my neck.

Synovi. That’s it.

Twice the love, twice the communication, twice the chemistry. That is what this was. A beautiful update and some dope cameos from other characters I loved, (Projex, Loriana, Koya, Parrish) unexpected but appreciated!

Okay BriAnn girl!
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627 reviews20 followers
July 10, 2024
Wonderful character development. Synovi and Torin didnt just grow as a couple they grew as individual people. Who knew the situation with Jade would alter their lives forever. Even in book 2 this woman was a mess. Great follow up to book 1.
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3,663 reviews52 followers
March 2, 2024

What a captivating and emotional page turner! Synovi took everything that the haters threw at him and emerged a champion! He and Torin spoke the most eloquent and love filled words, to one another, that filled MY HEART with joy!!!!

Synovi treated people a thousand times better than he was ever treated, in the past. He truly overcame evil with good! What he did for his sisters and how he blessed his employees, proves he refused to let his haters define him!

Awesome, awesome story!!!!!!
Profile Image for Shanelle.
1,487 reviews22 followers
January 5, 2024
SYNOVI & TORIN ❤️

How can you not love these characters. Synovi had been through some things in his life, but he didn't let it deter him from being great. Torin was the woman he needed. I loved how she was supportive of the decisions he made, and the love she gave him showed just how much she was by his side through thick and thin. I couldn't get over Jade. Even in death, she was going to make sure Synovi wouldn't forget her. I'm glad Synovi stepped up for his sisters. There is nothing like having a big brother who is not only going to shower you with gifts but also lets you know how protected you are with him by your side. Great cameos from Projex and Loriana & Parrish and Koya. This was a great follow-up to a story where we get the journey of two characters and their growth to a beautiful ending.
Profile Image for Ashanti Burton.
652 reviews13 followers
May 12, 2024
I really enjoyed Synovi and Torin’s story. The pride and love is obvious in their relationship. Life had Synovi fighting for his life and punching air but that man knows how to stay afloat. Taking in those girls took a lot of courage. Jade behind had to die on purpose. She got on my last nerve. I’m glad everything worked out for them tenfold.

Plus Ngl the black owned promo thrown in there was cute lol. I didn’t expect them to be real businesses but will definitely check them out.
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372 reviews10 followers
December 15, 2024
4.5🌟 This was a great follow-up to the story, and I loved the ending we got. These two are so in love, and I found myself blushing several times and the things Synovi would say to Torin. That miserable heffa Jade went out of her way to be an obstacle to their happiness, but I'm glad it all worked out in the end. Those little girls were so cute.
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