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Chopped Expectations
Career? Thriving.
Money? Stacked.
House? Bought and paid for.
Man? Still missing, but not missed.
Because I’ve wanted to be a mother for as long as I can remember.
But I won’t lower my standards just to share a last name.
One red flag? I’m gone. I’ve ghosted more men than I can count.
I came to Crowned and Covered to look good…
but left with a cut that said, I choose me—loudly, fully, and without apology.
Money? Stacked.
House? Bought and paid for.
Man? Still missing, but not missed.
Because I’ve wanted to be a mother for as long as I can remember.
But I won’t lower my standards just to share a last name.
One red flag? I’m gone. I’ve ghosted more men than I can count.
I came to Crowned and Covered to look good…
but left with a cut that said, I choose me—loudly, fully, and without apology.
34 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 11, 2025
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September 29, 2025
Finished the series
May 15, 2025
“I was no longer the woman trying to explain her choices. I was the woman living them.”
It’s finally the last Sunday at Crowned and Covered before it’s remodeled, but not before Desi hops in the chair for her transformation.
Desi - strong, taking nothing from a man, and about her money, she has everything she could desire outside of the one thing she knows for a fact will make her life complete with or without the man .. motherhood. 👶🏽
Although I personally do not desire motherhood, Desi’s story was relatable in more ways than one especially when it came to people pleasing and feeling like you’re living your life for other people grays yourself.
With these being such short stories, I do believe that so much more could be explored if each woman was given their own book. For example, I’d love to see what would happen after Desi told her mother that she chose to go the “non-traditional” pregnancy route since her mother is very traditional.
All in all, I truly did enjoy the Sunday Crown Series! I think each book has something that Black women can either relate to or learn from. 💙
It’s finally the last Sunday at Crowned and Covered before it’s remodeled, but not before Desi hops in the chair for her transformation.
Desi - strong, taking nothing from a man, and about her money, she has everything she could desire outside of the one thing she knows for a fact will make her life complete with or without the man .. motherhood. 👶🏽
Although I personally do not desire motherhood, Desi’s story was relatable in more ways than one especially when it came to people pleasing and feeling like you’re living your life for other people grays yourself.
With these being such short stories, I do believe that so much more could be explored if each woman was given their own book. For example, I’d love to see what would happen after Desi told her mother that she chose to go the “non-traditional” pregnancy route since her mother is very traditional.
All in all, I truly did enjoy the Sunday Crown Series! I think each book has something that Black women can either relate to or learn from. 💙
July 22, 2025
This beautiful woman!!! I pray a beautiful baby on her. I pray her family comes around or move around. I hope she doesn’t let anything stand in the way of the happiness that she has waited for and is finally receiving. I pray a smooth as beautiful pregnancy on her. I love it
May 13, 2025
This was a 3.5 for me. While I liked the fact that Desi was doing what she wanted to do for herself in her choice to become a mom, her transformation didn't quire resonate with me as much with her story. I was hoping the series and the stories would be wrapped up a little bit more by the last book but I will be reading the full book with bonus chapters once it is available so I can get the full story on all of the ladies.
May 25, 2025
That last Sunday at Crowned and Covered? It’s not just the end of a chapter—it’s a whole rebirth. And Desi? Baby, she’s walking straight into hers with her head high and heart wide open.
When she settles into that salon chair, it’s more than a makeover—it’s a moment. A declaration. Desi isn’t performing or shrinking. She’s not trying to be understood. She’s showing up in her fullness, owning every inch of the woman she’s become.
What touched me wasn’t just her strength—it was her clarity. That quiet but powerful choice to center herself. To stop bending for the comfort of others and finally expand into joy that’s hers alone. There’s something sacred about that. Something free.
Netra Antoinette did that. She didn’t just write characters—she breathed life into them. Every story in this series holds something special: raw truth, tender healing, and that unshakable magic Black women carry so effortlessly. The writing? Beautiful. The emotion? Right there, every time.
Yes, these are short stories—but don’t get it twisted. They pack depth. I found myself wishing I could stay with each woman longer. Desi especially—I need to know what life looks like after she chooses her truth over tradition.
The Sunday Crown Series isn’t just a good read—it’s a five-star experience. Period. And anybody who says otherwise... well, I don’t know what book/series they read, but it wasn’t this one.
This series reminded me that our stories matter. That our softness and our power can exist in the same breath. That we don’t owe anyone an explanation for living fully and freely.
“I was no longer the woman trying to explain her choices. I was the woman living them.”- I truly felt this because I used to bend and stretch to be what others want and not honor me and now I chose me first every time!
When she settles into that salon chair, it’s more than a makeover—it’s a moment. A declaration. Desi isn’t performing or shrinking. She’s not trying to be understood. She’s showing up in her fullness, owning every inch of the woman she’s become.
What touched me wasn’t just her strength—it was her clarity. That quiet but powerful choice to center herself. To stop bending for the comfort of others and finally expand into joy that’s hers alone. There’s something sacred about that. Something free.
Netra Antoinette did that. She didn’t just write characters—she breathed life into them. Every story in this series holds something special: raw truth, tender healing, and that unshakable magic Black women carry so effortlessly. The writing? Beautiful. The emotion? Right there, every time.
Yes, these are short stories—but don’t get it twisted. They pack depth. I found myself wishing I could stay with each woman longer. Desi especially—I need to know what life looks like after she chooses her truth over tradition.
The Sunday Crown Series isn’t just a good read—it’s a five-star experience. Period. And anybody who says otherwise... well, I don’t know what book/series they read, but it wasn’t this one.
This series reminded me that our stories matter. That our softness and our power can exist in the same breath. That we don’t owe anyone an explanation for living fully and freely.
“I was no longer the woman trying to explain her choices. I was the woman living them.”- I truly felt this because I used to bend and stretch to be what others want and not honor me and now I chose me first every time!
May 12, 2025
Expectations
The expectations of others can sometimes be our downfall especially when it’s family! Sometimes your juts have to say screw their feelings and push forward with what you believe and makes you happy! Sometimes it’s ill intentions and times it’s their own beliefs that they were pushed into during their own growth from others, not saying it’s right but it happens. Make your own decisions and stand 10 toes down each time. I cannot wait for more from these characters!
The expectations of others can sometimes be our downfall especially when it’s family! Sometimes your juts have to say screw their feelings and push forward with what you believe and makes you happy! Sometimes it’s ill intentions and times it’s their own beliefs that they were pushed into during their own growth from others, not saying it’s right but it happens. Make your own decisions and stand 10 toes down each time. I cannot wait for more from these characters!
July 11, 2025
This short story series was everything and I truly hope the author continues with individual stories for these ladies to a complete novel that features all of them.
Desi is brave for the choice that she’s made. And she made this choice knowing that her friends and family may not understand or even support her but she’s living life on her terms no matter how scary it may be.
I would love to see her new journey fleshed out because I think it would be a beautiful story and inspiring to women who are in the fence of the same choice.
Desi is brave for the choice that she’s made. And she made this choice knowing that her friends and family may not understand or even support her but she’s living life on her terms no matter how scary it may be.
I would love to see her new journey fleshed out because I think it would be a beautiful story and inspiring to women who are in the fence of the same choice.
September 6, 2025
😫
Each story was written so beautifully. Desi really stood out to me choosing to have a child non-traditionally is so powerful, and I admire her for it. I’m glad she’s tuning her mom out because, like many old heads, she thinks it’s better to have a man as long as he can pay the bills. I hate that mindset. I’d honestly love to see more from each character. And Senae? A true gift from God. I can easily see this becoming a Netflix series for us Black women. Netra, you’ve gained a true supporter in me keep shining
Each story was written so beautifully. Desi really stood out to me choosing to have a child non-traditionally is so powerful, and I admire her for it. I’m glad she’s tuning her mom out because, like many old heads, she thinks it’s better to have a man as long as he can pay the bills. I hate that mindset. I’d honestly love to see more from each character. And Senae? A true gift from God. I can easily see this becoming a Netflix series for us Black women. Netra, you’ve gained a true supporter in me keep shining
January 24, 2026
These crowned sessions was a sweet reflection & representation of my variant phases of my career, personal life & own hair journey 😍‼️…Likewise, there were elements of each character that a could relate too & or resonated with me. Thereafter, “Chopped Expectations (Sunday Crown Sessions) - Book 6” was representative of transformation: mind, body, soul, present & the future. Dezi’s cut “isn’t just a style. It’s a decision. A declaration. You’re not just letting go of hair—you’re letting go of expectations. You’re choosing what you want, finally.”…a new do, a new you & a baby boo🥰‼️
May 13, 2025
10s across the board
I love how you broke down the meaning of everything at the end finna make my way to your website see about this paperback. You have became one of my new faves off this series alone ! I am about to check out the rest of your catalog. I pray we get a spinoff showing everybody story and their lives and struggles in the real world and coming to the salon on Sundays for a few Sundays in a full book .
I love how you broke down the meaning of everything at the end finna make my way to your website see about this paperback. You have became one of my new faves off this series alone ! I am about to check out the rest of your catalog. I pray we get a spinoff showing everybody story and their lives and struggles in the real world and coming to the salon on Sundays for a few Sundays in a full book .
August 28, 2025
Love Letter to Black Women
I love how this series ended. There is so much power in sisterhood and the traditions within our culture. I love us, but more importantly, I love how we love & see each other through the walls we put up around us, keeping those out they may never understand the challenges we face as black women. This was beautiful, Netra.
I love how this series ended. There is so much power in sisterhood and the traditions within our culture. I love us, but more importantly, I love how we love & see each other through the walls we put up around us, keeping those out they may never understand the challenges we face as black women. This was beautiful, Netra.
June 4, 2025
We need more!
Can we get the relatable life story of Senae please?! Lol. This entire series was 😚 chefs kiss to cleanse the palate. Touching all that topics black womem face daily while steering away from the norms. Excellent read, not calling it the end though....
Can we get the relatable life story of Senae please?! Lol. This entire series was 😚 chefs kiss to cleanse the palate. Touching all that topics black womem face daily while steering away from the norms. Excellent read, not calling it the end though....
May 21, 2025
This book definitely should inspire anyone to follow their heart.
September 12, 2025
Desi did what made her happy despite anyone opinions. I loved how independent she was.
I’m going to purchase the paperback because I love the gems in these short stories. They hit home.
I’m going to purchase the paperback because I love the gems in these short stories. They hit home.
October 7, 2025
This was my second favorite in the set. A beautiful way to end.
December 1, 2025
I enjoyed this story very much. I just really wished there was a little part of her going back to her parents for the reveal and the announcement, that would have been epic lol
January 3, 2026
We need more books that show how strong and supportive the bonds of sisterhood can be! It’s healing and refreshes your soul like no other!
January 31, 2026
Yessss
This series of short stories was something I didn’t know I needed! Like every story was amazing!! Ann hit home the most to me but I loved each story!!!
This series of short stories was something I didn’t know I needed! Like every story was amazing!! Ann hit home the most to me but I loved each story!!!
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