She’s finally standing on her own, determined never to let a man control her again. He’s the man who makes the world kneel.
Gage Black is a dangerous man. Not because of his billion-dollar empire. Not because he built a global intelligence firm that makes world leaders sweat. And not even because of the secrets he holds, the kind that could ruin reputations with a single phone call. No, Gage is dangerous because once he wants something, he doesn’t stop until it’s his. And right now? He wants Amelia Sinclair. She’s his opposite in every way. Soft where he’s sharp, controlled where he’s reckless, and determined to handle life on her own terms, without a man by her side. But Gage doesn’t do maybe. He doesn’t do we’ll see. And he sure as hell doesn’t do denial. She thinks she can keep running from the heat between them, but when you’ve caught the attention of a ruthless billionaire whose moral compass only points to protect what’s mine at all costs… Well, the game was rigged from the start. Because when someone comes after her, when whispers turn to headlines and manipulation threatens to take everything from her, she learns that Gage Black doesn’t just protect what’s his. The man who’d burn down empires to protect his family has finally found the woman he’ll burn the entire world down for.
Tropes you'll
A possessive, obsessed billionaire who plays for keepsAn independent heroine who makes him work hard for her love
Forced proximity, undeniable tension, and a battle of wills that turns into the hottest surrender
He’s been patient long enough. Now? She’s his.
If you love alpha men who protect what’s theirs, powerful heroines who claim their own fate, and romance that keeps you madly flipping pages—this book is for you.
USA Today Bestselling Author Nina Levine is an Aussie author who writes alphas with a side of dirty and sassy women who don't hand their hearts over easily.
When she isn't creating with words, she loves to create with paint and paper. Often though, she can be found curled up with a good book and some chocolate.
I was so excited for this after reading the third book. But for some reason, I just felt wary all of a sudden after reading the first chapter. Maybe it's my anxiety? Who knows? 🤷♀️
So, the paranoid in me did a few skimmings, and idk what to feel about the stuff I read. But if I'm being honest, thankful and not at the same time. Thankful, because my gut feel was right and not, because it ruined the whole book in my eyes. 🥲
For context, they've known each other for more than a year already (I think), and their daughters are BFFs. So they met all the time, but she was more civil (distant at times) toward him. She's also friends with his ex-wife; hence, she's not really that close to him.
Anyway, Gage's a billionaire who owns five sex clubs! Yup, one isn't enough, so why not have five, right? 🤧 I'm really not a fan of these establishments being added in a story. It's just an ick and big no for me. But hey, that's just my preference. If you're cool with that as part of your books, then you do you. To each their own, respectfully.
Then I found out Amelia had been with one man ALL HER LIFE, her ex-husband, and she's only 28. But she had been divorced for a year. And of course, that would also mean a year of celibacy. Am I surprised? Not really. Disappointed? Freaking definitely. Because, whyyyy??? 🤧
Having only ever been with one man, I don’t consider myself experienced when it comes to sex. Not really. And well, I’ve established I’m out of my depth when it comes to flirting these days. Especially with a man like Gage who embodies sex like it’s built into his DNA.
And Gage— take a guess? You know what? I take it back, don't waste your time. I think his clubs were more than enough to speak for him. Anywaaay, my point is, he gave me the freaking ick!!! Because, whyyy? Ugh. How did we go from a green flag to whatever this guy's flag is? 🤧
Oh, but don't fret, he hadn't had sex in three months before her. Sooo, congrats??? This scene was at the 70% mark.
“I wouldn’t say I’m into kink the way most people mean it. I don’t walk into a bedroom with a checklist or a lifestyle label. What I am is curious. I like to learn what makes someone tick. What lights them up. What makes them feel wanted. Safe. Unhinged, if that’s what they need.”
“If a woman needs control taken from her, I’ll take it. If she wants to be worshipped, I’ll make her feel it. If she likes pain, I’m not her guy. That’s a hard limit for me. I won’t hurt someone to turn them on. But if you ask me what does it for me? It’s watching. That’s always been my thing. Watching someone unravel because of what I’m doing to them, or what they’re doing for me. Knowing I’ve read them right, figured them out, or that I’m the only one who sees them that way . . . that’s the part that fucks with my head, in the best way.”
“Okay. So, you’ve explored. A lot.”
“Yes.”
“And been with a lot of women.”
“Yes.”
“Sometimes more than one at a time.”
He nods.
“And you do that at your clubs?”
“I have. Not so much anymore, though.”
“Why not?”
“I guess . . . I didn’t want that kind of sex anymore. The kind with no emotional connection. Which was all I wanted after my divorce. I just wanted the pleasure, and I found that at the clubs. But it’s the emotional connection that’s my biggest turn on, so I stopped chasing something that wasn’t doing it for me anymore.” He pauses. “I stopped going to the clubs about four months ago. And I hadn’t had sex for three months before you.”
I can't, I really just can't. There's something happening in my stomach and I don't think it's the getting butterflies type. It's obviously the opposite of that, whatever that is. That being said, and I know I'm being a bit dramatic atp, so I'm going to take a pause. My interest has taken a deep dive, and I don't see it returning anytime soon.
To say I'm disappointed would be a freaking understatement. I've been waiting for this since I finished the third book. I ate all the freaking crumbs given about them, only to have this dynamic??? Nope, nope, nope. 😭😭
Book info: based on my skimming - Both single parents - Their exes are in this book, not sure if there's OWD, but there's obviously a OMD from her ex. 🤷♀️
PS. Don't let my review stop you from reading this. Maybe it'll work for you, and you're the intended reader for this one. Maybe this is your cup of tea, and you'd have a great time with this story. It's just not for me atm, so I'm out.
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Black kardeşler diye bir gerçek var 😍Gage de en iyilerinden biriydi💋
Sevmesini bilen ✅ partnerini dinleyen ✅ isteklerine saygı duyan ✅ Kızına karşı ilgili ✅ Sözüne sadık ✅ Ve bolca alfa enerjisi 😎
Bu seriyi seviyorum. 🤗 Partnerlerin birbiri ile İLETİŞİM kurmayı başardığı her kitap benden tam not alır. Çiftler arasında toksik ilişki yok, gereksiz dram yok... En sevdiğim 😍
Gage ve Amelia hem çok benzer ruhlar hem de çok farklılar. Bu yüzden birbirlerine çekilmeleri çok normal.Her ikisi de kendi yöntemiyle ebeveynlik dramasıyla boğuşuyorlar. En önemlisi de bir anda ilişkiye atmıyorlar. Zamana yayılıyor, dikkat ediyor ve düşünüyorlar. İstemedikleri için değil, ciddiye aldıkları için.
Bir de çocuklar var tabi. Kitaplarda çocuk karakter olmasına bayılıyorum. Özellikle de kendi planları olanları 😂 Sarah ve Luna 🤗 En önemlisi de aile ilişkileri... Sıcak, samimi, destekleyici ve biraz da işgüzarlar 😁 her iki tarafın kardeşler de fenaydı.
Tek eksik yanı, her iki karakterinde ex'leri ile son bir yüzleşme sahnelerinin olmaması. Olaylar çözüldü evet, ama nasıl? Ne konuştunuz, ne anlaştınız? Bu kısım bir tık üzdü.
Nina'nın yazdığı çiftler tam bana göre. Ben nezaket severim, düşünceli tavır, saygı severim. Ve belki biraz sahiplenici bir tavır da 🙈 Bu yüzden benim için güzel işleyen bir kurgu oldu. Sıradaki Black kardeş için heyecanlıyım 🤗
I am dead. I am a whole-ass situation of dead. After reading Ashton Scott, I devoured everything Nina had. Top Five Book Boyfriends, Ashton Scott is a complete contender. If you have read Nina, you know her men have an edge, Alpha to the core, but certain ones just hit different. So, I’ve got Ashton, King, and now Gage. You do not need to have read the other books in the Only Yours Series, but you obviously know I am going to totally encourage this because #fangirllevinehere. This is a detailed read, with angst, romance, banter, family shenanigans, girl gang vibe, and some real sit up and grab your kindle smexy. Oh, not to mention the mouths on these two. Way to burn a girl up. And, then what does this lady do to me, tells us she has more Gage and Amelia goodness hanging out in that brain of hers. Girl, spill that tea, like now. #TheBlackEffect
Kindle Unlimited: Yes Stand-alone: Yes** - Only Yours Series Author: Nina Levine Rating: 5/5 ⭐️ Spiciness Rating:3.5/5 🌶 POV: First Person Dual Perspective Main Couple: Gage and Amelia Trope(s): Obsessed Hero, Single Parents, Protective Alpha, Forced Proximity
….”but first, I want to watch you forget the world exists. Forget the rules you’ve been living by. And figure out what you want, when the only thing that matters is what sets you on fire.”
Amelia Sinclair decided to take control and leave her husband a year ago. A year of trying to move on, create a new normal for her and her daughter Sarah. At twenty-eight she is a successful music composer who is trying to juggle everything that goes with being a single parent. Trying to co-parent with a man who is not ready to move on.
She’s been thrust into the world of Gage Blackstone because their daughters are BFF’s. Amelia has a sour taste in her mouth because Gage’s ex-wife, Shayla, is happy to share the woo’s of co-parenting with her.
Until the cracks in Shayla’s truth begin to show.
Until he steps up and saves her from an embarrassing situation.
Until Amelia starts to take a good hard look at what is right in front of her.
Gage has had Amelia on the brain since the day they met. And, it’s been a long time since anyone has slipped through his defenses.
Gage forged his way on his own after college. Building a global intelligence firm with a lot of reach. His dedication to building his business did not leave much time for his marriage to Shayla. What started out smoking soon flamed out leaving them divorced and co-parenting their daughter Luna. Gage has avoided anything relationship looking since his divorce.
Amelia makes him want more, something for himself.
Then the rumors start, career ruining rumors first for Amelia and then Gage.
Navigating dating with their children, dealing with ex’s and their agendas complicate life.
But, Gage is laser focused. He keeps showing up in ways no one ever has for her. He keeps showing Amelia he is in this for the long haul. She is the end-game.
And, he is ready to claim her in all the ways that show she is his.
But, Amelia knows that she must heal from all her past hurts first.
Get your snacks ladies and gents. Silence your phone. Buckle up and get ready to find out…
Stripping back the glamorous setting and high powered careers and wealth this story at its emotional core is soooooo relatable to anyone who is a lone parent or co parenting and is considering what happens next after the heartache of realising your first forever was not the right forever and the consequences your future choices will have on not only yourself but your child.
It’s a beautiful mating dance between Gage and Amelia, a long game with small acts but huge intentions, softly spoken words that resonate with such truth and emotion. Knowing what you want but also knowing what you need is the push and pull of this story and it was beautiful to read.
Gage is a Black so he has that presence and a take no prisoners attitude. Amelia is an eye of a storm, presenting herself as calm but a tempest internally. Life just keeps hurling things in their path but can Gage give her what she needs to be his forever? Can Amelia overcome her fears to take what she really wants?
This story is sexy that man knows what he is doing. The characters are swoon worthy and it is always an added extra to drop in with the Black family. Read it, fall in love with the characters. Take notes - this is the second chance romance we all need in our lives to remember life sometimes gets messy but do the work to be open to possibilities.
I loved this book and could not put it down until the end.
Like the other books in this series we followed the latest Black brother on his path to a HEA.
I thoroughly enjoyed Gage and Amelia’s development and the story behind the characters. As always Nina’s characters were on point and relatable and so well written.
WOW just WOW Nina is good at getting you emotionally invested in a book This is no different Gage nearly toppled KING off his throne now that says something amazing about Nina and her talent to make you fall deeply in love with a fictional character Seriously great read awesome characters
I was enjoying this and then it turned into a dumpster fire. The internet slang was too much and trying too hard. They both claimed to be single parents who would anything for their daughters but you hardly see them interact with them?!?! Also were their daughters 6 or 60?! They talked like adults. I spent half the book trying to figure out how old they were!!
Also…how are you going to wax on and on about being a champion for your daughter but leave her when she’s sick to have a date night?!?! ALSO you couldn’t have written her some best friends to talk to about her s*x life?!?! Why did she give so much information about that to her brothers 😭
There were multiple crises that were introduced at once, none of which were explored fully and then solved with a snap of the fingers. Everything was surface level. There was no depth to this.
The more I think about it, the more I hate it. 🤷♀️
Yours Until Forever is a messy, soul searching, all consuming love story that brings the fire, drama, intrigue, passion, angst, humor and destruction to every part of you. My emotions were all over the place as I was rooting for Gage & Amelia like I was gasping my next breath.
Gage looks like sexy danger wrapped up in power and control. He is so direct and I love the way he is so in tune to what Amelia needs. Even I blushed when she asked him, “Seriously, do you own any clothes that don’t scream ‘sexy hostile takeover?” Trust me, after reading this, I want Gage to ruin me too.
The way Amelia got stronger amongst all the internal and external chaos and stood her ground as the book continued was fantastic. I was so proud of her for owning her truth and standing up for herself. She showed her vulnerability, raw honesty and even her pain. She is one of my absolute favorite characters Nina has ever written. She may have even stolen the top spot!
Their daughters and their siblings were everything I needed and more. The family dinners, the texts and the “tea” kept me so engrossed like I was living this with them and not just an outsider looking in. Yours until Forever will wreck you and reek havoc on your body, mind and soul. But it will heal you in the most alluring, breathtaking and show-stopping way! I want Gage to handle me like I’m precious gold and keep the fire blazing while he loves me with wild abandon forever too!
Amelia Sinclair is trying to give her daughter stability dealing with her ex husband. Gage Black is also dealing with an ex of his own and raising his daughter. He doesn’t want any complications in the form of a woman but Amelia is one woman he can’t seem to stop thinking about. Their daughters are friends but that’s where their relationship as adults ends. When Amelia needs help Gage is the one to offer assistance. Can these two find love again with each other? A sweet second chance at love romance between to divorcee’s trying to manage their children and ex’s. You’ll also see previous characters make cameos and some fun group chats. Told in first person and Dual POV.
These characters were great. Bradford is my favorite of the brothers but Gage is so close behind. Amelia was so relatable. There connection was so strong, I couldn’t believe what I read when she walked away but so glad she did when she explained it to him.
I loved this book, omg it was so good. I am calling dibs on Gage Black hahaha. This is a story of two single parents who are struggling to co parent with their ex while also navigating the world of dating one another. Amelia and Gage know one another because their daughters are best friends. For months Amelia thought Gage was just a bossy not always present father. But after he steps in to help out with the science fair at school, Amelia’s impression starts to change. Gage has had a thing for Amelia for months but has been hesitant to make a move due to their daughters being close. Being forced to work on the science fair together causes these two to start a whole new relationship that isn’t just two parents whose kids are best friends. When these two get together oh boy get your fan ready because it is hot! Nina Levine did not disappoint with this one. I am looking forward to the next book in this series.
Each time I read a new book from Ms. Levine, I am certain she cannot make me love the characters as much as her last book. Somehow, she does. The banter between Gage and Amelia had me laughing out loud. Amelia struggles to flirt, something I can relate to. We follow Gage and Amelia as they navigate through lies and betrayal, the trials of being a single parent and exes. There are also two very adorable match-makers. I loved this book from the 1st page. Don't miss this one.
Did Nina once again write a book I couldn’t put down? Yes. Do I currently have a new favorite Black brother? Double yes!! Spoilers ahead!!! Gage and Amelia jumped off the pages and it was impossible not to fall in love with this enigma of a man ready to ruin lives, show patience and softness for a woman who kept surprising him, but was ready to burn down the world for her. Swoon. Not to mention the #zaddy vibes that I think we all will love and spice that made me blush and glance over my shoulder a time or two. Gage had unwavering devotion to Amelia and was such an exciting ride and Amelia rediscovering her voice was beautiful.
I can’t wait for the next book
Happy Reading, 🖤 #TheBlackAffect
*ARC copy sent for a an honest review*
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Wow, She did it again! This series keeps getting better. I need to start by apologizing to Bradford and saying that he was replaced as my favorite! Sorry, not sorry. This book is phenomenal, captivating, addictive, and just perfect.
Gage Black, how can I describe this man? He is one of the swooniest man I ever read, he will steal your heart instantly, the chokehold this man has on me it’s not even funny. He is everything, caring, protective, obsessed and perfect. The synonym for perfect man should be Gage Black.
Amelia is as amazing as Gage, she is a strong and independent single mom that you can relate with and you will love her. The way she fought her feelings for Gage was realistic, understandable, and justified.
Gage & Amelia’s relationship was beautiful, inevitable, and explosive! Their love, and their chemistry were undeniable. Their relationship with their daughters was a show apart.
The spice was extremely hot, the kind that will make you fan yourself. The plot, the characters, the flow, everything was just perfect. This is the kind of book that you will read in one sitting, it’s impossible to stop.
Nina Levine book are so close to my heart, I have loved her frome her first book and she doesn’t let her fans down. Love this book and I wasn’t I would as I wasn’t a fan of Gage Black. Amelia and Gage are a fab couple together and both learning to be a couple together.
Just finished the audio book, the narrators bring this book to life.
Gage and Amelia have been on the fringes of each others' lives for awhile. She's not got a good impression of him, thanks to her friendship with his ex wife, but she's coming to realize perhaps her impression of her friend was really the wrong one. When he steps in to help her with an awful situation, she sees he really isn't the man Shayla has led her to believe he is. Their daughters are best friends, and now she's in Gage's sights. Will she give in?
Gage is ruthless when he wants something(one), and he's decided he wants Amelia. She's making him work for her attention, though, and he's here for it. She's underestimated his determination, is under the impression that he'll go away if she acts uninterested. But this Black Brother isn't about to let her get away, and she's slowly starting to realize it. Her walls are coming down and Gage is aiming for her everything.
Oooh boy do I love Nina's alphaholes! *Ashton Scott, anyone?!* Gage is of the same ilk as Ashton, with probably more of his heart showing sooner. But he's just as determined and intense, and it's catnip for me. And for Amelia too! I love the way she made him work for her, then once he showed her his tender side, she was gone. So far the Black Brothers have been just the kind of men I love, and the women they fall for are amazing. Now I can't wait for the next one to be brought to his knees by love.
Yours Until Forever is the second Nina Levine book for me. It is book four in the Only Yours series and tells the story of Gage and Amelia. Although the storytelling and writing were good, the plot was a bit iffy for me.
Gage, it seems, has been harboring feelings for Amelia for a year now. Both Gage and Amelia were previously married and are having issues with their respective exes—Shayla in Gage’s case and James for Amelia. Their daughters, Luna and Sarah (I think) are best friends, and this leads to Gage and Amelia being forced to spend some time in each other’s company. Although Gage does not seem to mind this, Amelia has somewhat of a problem: she has preconceived views and assumptions about Gage. When a teacher at their daughters’ school asks them to plan a fair together, they end up spending more time in each other’s company, and both realize that their opinion of the other was off. The conflict with their exes escalates, with Shayla planning a move to another state and James refusing to relinquish his control over Amelia. Then someone starts a smear campaign against Amelia and ultimately Gage, and Gage pulls out all stops to remove the threat.
I liked how Amelia stood her ground with James, but with them having a child together, it was understandable that she had to handle the situation with care (and that is why I do not like the inclusion of children in romance books, especially if the child is shared with someone other than the romantic interest). I also think the author did a great job showing the contrast between Gage and James. Gage’s determination to make Amelia his was another storyline that I enjoyed. Overall, the story flowed well, and the conflict was believable.
Amelia, for me, was too quick to judge Gage solely based on hearsay from his ex-wife. She only heard one side of the story (Shayla’s) but was quick to judge Gage—this speaks to a certain level of immaturity. It didn’t help that she did not see any evidence of Shayla’s gossiping; she still went ahead and treated Gage according to what she heard. She also had a skewed view of her relationship with her mother which told me that her ability to reason and see things for what they are were not well developed.
I had so many questions about Gage’s marriage … When someone says something like, “I’ve never wanted another woman more”, I want to know what his first marriage was about. Why did he get married? Did he love Shayla? Are there any residual feelings? And what about him owning five s€x clubs? When did it start? Was his first wife part of the whole thing? Did he give her a collar (like he did Amelia)? The same applies to Amelia and her marriage to James. How long were they married? When did the divorce happen? Were there any residual feelings? For me, the answer to questions like these determines whether the love story is believable or not; unfortunately, these aspects were not addressed in the book.
Although the story was not bad, I felt that the tone was too emotional when it didn’t have to be. Amelia breaking up with Gage for three months was overly long for a break-up, especially when there was no real justification for it. I liked this book and Gage and Amelia's story for the most part, but this felt too contrived and didn't do it for me. Also, it was not too long ago that Gage promised his daughter that no one was going anywhere, and then we get this three-month separation. Their children’s reaction to the break-up was never addressed. This type of thing bugs me because I read for fun, not to be taken on an unnecessary emotional rollercoaster that leaves unanswered questions at the end.
The conflict involving James and Shayla was resolved in the background, and the reader was told that what happened. Since this conflict was a major plotline in Gage and Amelia’s story, it just felt lazy. It seemed like the author sacrificed that storyline to focus on the emotional aspect of Amelia breaking up with Gage; this didn’t do much for me. Also, the s€x club: Amelia accepted that far too easily and quickly in my view. And then the whole story was built up with Gage creating a special room for Amelia, just for that scene to lead absolutely nowhere. Why include a s€x club in the first place?
Lastly: what is it with female authors getting their FMCs to propose? Not only did Amelia declare her love first, but she was also the one to propose to Gage. This is something that really bugs me. And yes, I know that it is supposed to show female “empowerment”, but it just takes away from the romance. I like to see the MMC fighting for the girl and eventually winning her over (just my personal preference).
Other than a few proofing issues, the writing was okay. However, the heavy investment in emotions brought the story down for me, so I will not be continuing with this series. Maybe I’ll try another series from this author sometime in the future.
Oh, my swoon. Just when I thought I couldn't adore yet another Black Brother, Nina Levine goes and gives us Gage. The man with the kind of scowl that would frighten little children yet is smoldering goodness all the same. He's such an interesting person as his control of all things in his life is suddenly a bit looser when Amelia Sinclair continues to be in his orbit. Both have young daughters who also happen to be besties, and suddenly they are where the other might be more often than not. Amelia would be a fool not to notice the walking sex on a stick but because she's a bit gun shy after her divorce from James, she's hesitant to be anything but friends with Gage. But as crazy as it may seem to Amelia, soon she and Gage are spending time together whether intentionally or not and getting to know one another like no one before them. Which, of course, starts the delicious push and pull they never saw coming.
Gage Black is a force to be reckoned with and I can't think of a better partner than Amelia Sinclair. Sure, she's got her own battles and struggles like the rest of the world but I absolutely loved that Gage could see beyond the careful grooming by her mother that beneath it all was a real woman and one he'd want to know better. I will say despite Amelia's inner protests and even some said out loud to Gage, that these two kind of go from zero to sixty in the passion department and that kind of surprised me. But and that's a huge BUT, I get that when you have their kind of chemistry, why wait? Let the world collapse around them. Just as long as their girls were safe and happy, there was no reason not to get to be more satisfied with each passing day. And night...
I also loved loved loved how the last chapters gave us a situation where that proverbial shoe just had to drop even though both Amelia's ex and Gage's ex seemed to be throwing a few wrenches in their whirlwind affair that they were able to stave off. But it's the way Gage simply knows Amelia even after a short time that spoke volumes when the chips were down. How they both knew they'd find their own version of forever even if it might take longer than they thought. That Nina Levine knew just how to craft this Black brother as possibly the most intensely passionate and dare I say most vulnerable one of all. And that's saying something when you've already met and fallen hard for Bradford, Callan and Ethan!
I really like these two together and the way the Black family welcomed Amelia with open arms, especially the women. That she could truly be herself and everyone loved her no matter what. I also thought both Luna and Sarah stole the show more than once with their parents beyond thrilled these two were like sisters already. Sure things got messy for everyone involved but it's those glorious emotions and moments of true affection and pride that saved the day over and over again.
I also need to mention how much I enjoyed Amelia's text chats with her two brothers. They had me cracking up at their silliness as they forever had their sister's back. I can only hope we hear from those two again and perhaps have them get books of their own?? *hint hint*
Overall, I really enjoyed myself since being back with the Black brothers is always a wonderful thing. The trysts were exquisite and the myriad of feelings felt as Amelia and Gage fall hard for one another were heartfelt and incredible. It's quite the ride, as usual when your name is Black, and I happily give Yours Until Forever a huge 4.5 stars!
If you know me then you'll know my love for Nina Levine's alpha men, especially her possessive, unhinged biker King, King's Wrath and King's Reign. In my eyes no alpha could surpass King on my pedestal ... until today, 7 years and 11 books later. Nina has been bragging and teasing about her new alpha in her latest book, YOURS UNTIL FOREVER, book #4 in her Only Yours series and let me tell you now NOTHING she said was a lie!! Gage Black is hot AF!!!! If you ever wanted to be "spiritually handcuffed" to a man... Gage Black IS the man.
Single dad and CEO of BMS, Gage Black is MAGNIFICENT. He's controlled, dominant, a touch unhinged, completely obsessive, filthy mouthed, and totally feral. Yet beneath his "whole-ass" suited exterior is a tender, caring, swoonworthy man who loves hard and plays harder. Single mum and creative composer, Amelia Sinclair, is (in my opinion) Nina's best heroine. After a divorce she's rebuilding her life and trying to find herself, she wants to be seen after being constantly pushed down and ignored. She's a mess, independent, strong yet vulnerable, and simply AMAZING. When Gage Black stepped into her orbit, well ... she never stood a chance. He was a man who people just didn't ignore, and Amelia definitely couldn't. Gage not only loved her, he worshipped her ... he was LETHAL to her heart and her mind from their first meeting.
Nina not only delivers wonderful main characters, but her secondary ones are also just as incredible. Sarah and Luna, Amelia and Gage's daughters, were adorable and mischievous matchmakers, often leaving me giggling. Tim, Colin, and Marin, Amelia's brothers and PR certainly knew how to add comedy and embarrassment to their group chats. Then there was Gage's family, his brothers and their partners, I really want to attend a Black family get together, just to witness everything that happens behind the scenes. I loved the way the girls welcomed Amelia into their arms, she just instantly became one of them.
Of course, there's no Nina Levine book without humour and drama, and this one has plenty of both. #periodgate had me laughing instantly and swooning and sighing. That's the moment Gage Black took hold on me and never let go. Naturally, the exes are going to cause some drama, but whose ex doesn't? The chemistry, banter, and explosive feral heat was unbelievable between Amelia and Gage, forcing me to squirm countless times, Nina certainly didn't, and never does, hold back when it comes to those spicy scenes. There was laughter, tears, and rage, but boy were those emotions worth it. I NEED more of Gage Black and his feralness.
YOURS UNTIL FOREVER has become my all-time favourite read, and to have it come from Nina makes it even more special.
A highly recommended, absolute MUST READ.
P.S. The Bonus Epilogue is also a MUST.
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✨✨✨✨✨ FIVE STARS Boy do I want to give it so much more.
I received a copy of this book from the author for an honest review.
When this book landed on my kindle, I could not set it down. I fell in love with Gage, Amelia, and their families.
Amelia is trying to balance everything in her life from taking care of her daughter, dealing with an ex-husband that forgets he is ex, school events, and work. She puts on the I got everything under control persona until it starts to crack. Amelia’s Daughter best friend is the daughter of the billionaire Gage who is a alpha of all alpha’s and Amelia has caught his attention.
The things Gage does for Amelia is amazing but the situations Amelia gets herself in and the fact that she shares on her group chat with her brothers is hilarious. Amelia has so much on her plate and Gage just keeps adding things to her to do list. I have to say he doesn’t just volunteer her but he does pull his weight to help her out. I love how Gage is in tune with those around him knows what they need and does everything he can do to help them. I love how he listens to Amelia and gives her what she wants. I loved watching the interaction between Gage and his daughter as well Amelia, Gage and both their girls.
When I was done reading the Epilogue I thought oh I wish I had more. You ready for this there was more a Bonus Epilogue down load. Yes, that is right there was more. I downloaded it and devoured it. How could you say no to more Gage, Amelia, and all the family group chat shenanigans.
I would love to read more of Gage & Amelia and even more of their sibling group chats.
A few of my favorites: Anyone with functioning eyes can see that he’s the kind of handsome that makes intelligent women forget their own names.
I live my life with the mantra “I’ve got this.” He lives his with “I’ve got you.” And somewhere in the middle, we brush up against the same need – me, trying to prove I’m fine. Him, proving I don’t have to be.
He moves into me, one hand sliding into my hair, the other skimming my jaw with at touch that says, I see you. I built this for you. I’d build more.
This is Gage who builds temples and waits at the altar. And God help me, I think this version might ruin me even faster.
I will tear this world down and build her a kingdom from the f**king ashes. They hurt the wrong woman. They made her bleed. I’ll make them disappear.
(from bonus Epilogue download) "You ready?" he asks, eyes locked to mine. "Because I'm about to vow my fucking soul into your skin."
I took my time reading this book because I simply couldn’t part with it, and since finishing it, I’m struggling to articulate the words I want to say in this review. If only I was as good at writing my words as Ms Nina Levine.
I’m a Levine fan and I’ve read a LOT of her books but this book I think was a clear front runner for me. There were so many powerful phrases, paragraphs and moments that I loved so much that to list them here would list half of the book.
I read a quote written by Ms Levine about this book and SHE NAILED IT.
“This book dares to imagine a world where love isn't about control.
Where men don't have to crush something beautiful to prove their power.
Where women get to be whole—complicated, messy, brilliant, fierce—and still be chosen. Not in spite of it. Because of it.
It's a story about what it looks like when a man loves a woman enough to see her clearly. To hold space for healing, not hijack it.
It dares to imagine a love that doesn't punish a woman for being powerful.
A love that doesn't require her to shrink or perform or soften her edges just to be worthy.
It's about a man who sees a woman in all her strength and complexity, and chooses to protect her, not possess her.
About a woman who is tired of being told she's too much, and finally decides she'll never be less again.
Women rise. Women rebuild. Women walk the fuck away and find their power anyway.
The book I just wrote? It's for them.
For every woman who's been underestimated, silenced, controlled, or told she's too much or not enough.
And, it's for the men who are strong enough to love them without trying to shrink them.” ~ Nina Levine
Be still my beating heart. 💗 Gage Black was the man you want your daughter to marry. Gage Black is the man *I* want to marry but more importantly I took away Amelia’s vulnerability and strength to choose her. To walk away for a minute to choose her first. THIS. I once told my husband during a marital breakdown that I loved him, but I loved me more, for without finding myself, I couldn’t give to anyone else.
It was hard and so damn scary but it was worth it. For me. For my kids. For my marriage. For my life.
I couldn’t love this book anymore if I wrote it myself. It was an honour to be blessed with this story and I was bitterly sorry to see it end. It resonated with me on levels I’d hidden a million years ago and touched parts of me I didn’t know had died.
Nina Levine, you’ve truly outdone yourself with this one.
Excuse me while I try to come back to reality after devouring all that is Mr. Gage Black.
I loved this book and if I’m being honest, this series. I always read whatever Nina writes and I’ve been in love with her characters for years! She has these strong characters and storylines that I gravitate towards and am never disappointed. Her MMCs are **chef’s kiss** and her FMCs aren't exactly slouches! LOL
This book has so many layers then just what you think a billionaire romance would be Sure, Gage is sexy, powerful and in business, takes zero prisoners and gives zero f’s. However, peel all that back and you have this single dad that is trying to be a good co-parent to his little girl and at the same time, be effective at his job, and maybe, just maybe, open up his heart again and hope that it doesn’t get trampled like the first time. Then you have Amelia who looks so calm, cool, collected and in charge, when her layers are pulled back you find that she’s barely keeping the balls in the air, she’s struggling and just wants to do right by her daughter.
I loved these two so much. They were so passionate and in tune with each other. There spicy scenes were scorching I thought the pages would become embers as I turned them. There were a few scenes for sure where Gage, being the over the top hottie that he is, had me like putty in his hands and honestly, thinking I could fight Amelia and come out the winner just to be with him.
The little things that they do for each other to show how they feel, and the support that they give one another was so beautiful. It doesn’t always have to be over the top and in your face but small and heartfelt that really matter. Gage and Amelia definitely have the relationship goals we strive for. Don’t think they don’t have their problems though, because there was a spot in this book where I was cursing Nina, was ready to throw my book across the room and scream. I LOVED THAT! I want all the emotions from my book! Another love of mine is family dynamics. Whether it was the Blacks welcoming Amelia and Sarah into their family or Amelia’s texts with her brothers, the familial support on both sides was perfect for me.
I really loved everything about this book. With 100% certainty Gage is my favorite Black brother right now, and one of my favorite MMCs.
Yours Until Forever is book 4 in the Only Yours Series by Nina Levin
By now, in this series, we are quite familiar with the multi-billionaire, gorgeous Black brothers. You may remember, Gage is the brother who built his own global intelligence company. He is also a single dad to Luna. As his brothers have started to find their own happy endings, Gage is starting to realize he may in fact want that kind of love for himself which is something he had decided wasn't for him after his divorce. Interestingly, he already knows the woman he wants. She just doesn't know it..yet.
Amelia Sinclair is a successful composer and single mom to Sarah. She has been struggling with her ex-husband and her parents, remembering she is divorced. She is also dealing with a new and unexpected attraction to the most intense man she has ever met, who also happens to be the father to her daughter's best friend.
I was absolutely obsessed with Gage Black, and I warn you, you will be too. He is intense, in the best way, but also contrite when it was time to be. He is incredibly sweet to his daughter and fun with his family. Amelia was obviously still reeling from the damage done by her ex, but the way she evolves is great to see. They are both single parents, so there are two cute kids and also the realistic aspect of trying to date while solo parenting. There is also a whole issue regarding their ex's, but I won't go into that for spoiler sake. Now, back to Gage and Amelia, their chemistry is absolute fire, and there is lots of spice. There are also a lot of sweet moments as well. Overall, I enjoyed the book very much.
I can honestly say I have read everything Nina has ever written. In fact, her Storm Series is a forever favorite of mine. Her style writing pulls you in immediately, and you devour a book so quickly that you wish that you had paced yourself because it's over too soon.
If there was one small issue I have, it is that I didn't care for some of the cryptic slang used in the story. There was a glossary at the beginning, but when it actually appeared, I had forgotten what it meant, and as I was reading on my Kindle, I didn't want to go back and look. I still enjoyed the book immensely and can't wait for the next in the series. You could certainly enjoy this book as a stand-alone. However, I recommend reading this series in order as some of the previous couples do appear in this book.
ARC was provided by the author, and this is my honest review.
Nina Levine outdid herself with Gage‘s and Amelia‘s story. Theirs is a love story so intense it will live rent free in your head from now on.
Gage Black and Amelia Sinclair are both divorced single parents, trying hard to balance taking care of their daughters, Luna and Sarah, both 6, their work and the struggle of co-parenting with their respective ex-partners.
Luna and Sarah are best friends, so Gage and Amelia do run into each other regularly at school runs, school activities and play dates. But Amelia keeps her distance, having just freed herself of her controlling husband, convinced that Gage his the same kind of man thriving on power and control. But Gage is already falling hard for her and when he helps her out of an uncomfortable situation at his brother’s wedding, things start to shift between them.
But then the negative headlines start. Amelia, a renowned composer of film music is accused of plagiarism, her ex-husband is threatening custody because of her “loose morals” dating Gage. It doesn’t help that Gage is starting to get bad press himself, when it’s leaked that he not only is the feared owner and CEO of a leading global intelligence firm with far reaching connections and influence into politics and world affairs but also owner of elite members-only sex clubs in NYC and LA. Gage is ready to torch the earth and brutally destroy everyone involved in the conspiracy to secure his future with Amelia. But Amelia isn’t ready yet for his all consuming love… and giving her space and waiting for her will be the hardest Gage ever did.
While this is book 4 in the series and you’ll meet all of the Black brothers as well as further characters from the previous books, Nina wrote it in a way you can totally read it as a standalone and catch up on the brothers’ backstories later, if you can’t wait to dig into the most actual book first. And if you’ve fallen for the brothers and their women as I did, go and join Nina’s new Facebook Group “The Black Inner Sanctum” 🖤🗝️🖤 for all things Black…
This is the fourth installment in the series featuring Black brothers and their spouses and family. The most captivating aspect of this book lies in the love, emotional depth, and self-care intricately interwoven into Gage and Amelia's story. The author, Nina Levine has crafted a narrative the man his woman with a sincerity that demonstrates his recognition acceptance of her quirks, achievements, imperfections and affection.
I appreciated how deeply Gage recognized Amelia for who she truly was, despite her "situation issues." Likewise, Amelia understood Gage's true nature, seeing him as a demanding man. They acknowledged each other's deep love for their daughters and ways to navigate the complexities of single parenthood, careers members, and personal challenges. I also enjoyed seeing other members of the Black family and sisterhood, in how they so willingly, openly, and lovingly welcomed Amelia into their circle. This story features Gage Black the next to the oldest son, who is usually the fixer, he is CEO of the company that fixes problems for companies globally and for people of wealth mostly. His ex-wife Shayla and him do not take time to understand what they need to keep their daughter Luna happy with both of them and maintain each relationship with Gage as her father and Shayla as her mother. James, Amelia's ex is still trying to run her life as if he is still married to her. Amelia is stuck at a wedding in a pink dress when she gets her period. In comes Gage to the rescue. Gage Black is the father of Luna who is best friends with Sarah Amelia's daughter. After the rescue Amelia finds her meeting with Gage to plan the science fair. This brings the two of them together and the heat turns up.
It seems like each book in this series gets better and better. OMG, what will happen when Hayden's story come out. I am getting excited just thinking about what that story will entail. Hayden the oldest a lawyer and always there for all his brothers.
Gage Black is everything I expected him to be and then some. OMG this man stole my heart within the first few chapters of his story and it quickly became obvious that I was never going to get it back!
I love that the previous books in this series gave us a taste of what to expect of Gage, but not enough to have him fully worked out. I knew that he is dark, dangerous and ruthless; however, it soon became clear reading this story that he is so much more. His relationship with Luna is very special, and the way he loves and protects those within his close circle is wonderful to witness – although I wouldn’t want to be the person who gets on his wrong side! I honestly didn’t know what to expect from Gage when Amelia needed more than I thought he would be willing to give. I adored the way in which he handled the situation with Amelia, as well as handling people who tried to do harm.
I love being with the Black brothers and their ladies - there is something special about them all. Yours Until Forever being Cage and Amelia’s story, we also have Amelia’s brothers to keep us entertained throughout this narrative. Honestly the banter and interactions between all the couples and siblings are a highlight. Add the news and updates that The Tea periodically shares with us, and there is never a dull moment.
I absolutely adore this series – it is certainly up there with my favourites. I have literally devoured each book in almost one sitting, only real life stopping that from happening. Yours Until Forever is another incredible must-read. I highly recommend Gage’s story - I’m certain you will fall in love with him like I have.
Perfectly told in first person and Dual POV, I award Yours Until Forever 5 stars.
This is book four in the series about the Black brothers and their spouses or girlfriends. What is the most beautiful thing about this book? It is the love, emotional pull, and self-care meticulously woven together for Gage & Amelia’s story. The author has written a book where the man loves his woman with an honesty that proves that he sees her and accepts her quirks, accomplishments, faults, and love. The love is safe and strong for both, even before the realize that. This particular book features Gage Black and he is all alpha in the best possible way. Gage is not perfect, but a work in progress as he recognizes things and problems and then he works to do better. Gage and his ex wife Shayla are coparenting but not listening to each other well. Amelia is a beautiful soul and is struggling to keep separate from her ex husband James who is trying to force his way back into Amelia’s life through manipulation. The lead characters, Amelia and Gage, are single parents of daughters (Sarah and Luna, best friends at school) trying to navigate life and responsibilities. Gage and Amelia are attracted to each other but they have careers, daughters, siblings, parents, and life to deal with. Then they get assigned to take over the school science fair and have to make it a big success! This book took me on an adventure of love, struggles, and emotions but I definitely enjoyed the journey. There is a beautiful and honest ending. Read On!