Rich and Rotten

by Jahquel J

Genres: Romance

225 pages, Paperback

Published March 31, 2026

Reviews

[Tonya Terry]

4.5⭐️. All I can really say is where is the next book. That cliffhanger got me on the edge of my seat. This book was so good. That daddy was dirty and uncaring. He will get his I know it is coming. Tati and Zir omg.

Get this guys so worth it

[Michelle Olmann · Rating 4 out of 5]

I like a lot!! Kind of surprised by the direction it went in. But where is book 2?! Now I have to wait in anticipation!!!

[Erika Hogg. · Rating 5 out of 5]

You may have to read this one twice

[Moneaka Redmond · Rating 5 out of 5]

Rich & Rotten by Jahquel J. is one of those stories that immediately pulls you in and refuses to let go. The author truly jumped off the porch with this one, delivering a gripping look into a world driven by envy, greed, and complicated relationships.

The characters are intense and unforgettable. Honestly, with a father like Malcom, who even needs enemies? There were multiple moments that had me rewinding just to make sure I heard things right, which speaks to how shocking and layered the story gets.

Tatiana’s journey stood out the most. All she wanted was real love with Nazir, but being forced into a marriage with Kareem added a deeper emotional conflict than expected. Nothing about this story is surface level.

Jahquel J. proves once again that she’s a master of cliffhangers and plot twists. Just when you think you have things figured out, she flips everything. Now I’m sitting here waiting on the sequel like… where they do this at?

This is definitely a must-read, packed with strong character development, second-chance romance, and the consequences of greed all wrapped into one unforgettable story.

[Raven · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really enjoyed this. I love a good slow burn and a second chance romance. My heart broke for Tatiana after Nazir up and left her and her finding out she was pregnant. I can’t imagine the emotions she was feeling having to deal with that on her own and on top of that an arranged marriage because of her raggedy ass daddy. Malcolm is the damn devil! I was so shocked by his lack of emotions and care for his own daughter. Like literally sold her to the highest bitter. Thank god the sterlings were actually kind to her. When Nazir reappeared as the security team, I knew Tati was not about to last long LOL I’m soooo interested to see what is going to happen with YaYa and Jonah. I loved how Jonah held space for Yaya in the hotel room and just let her be vulnerable and cry. That was beautiful. Now I knew that raggedy girlfriend Sat was no good and couldn’t say I was shocked when she found out about that other lady at the visit. I wish she could have beat Sav’s ass smh I need to know more about Bloom too because bay girl has some secrets and her kissing pop pop! That cliff hanger was jaw dropping! Ms Author Lady has done it again!!!! I can’t wait for book two to drop!!!!!

[Angellica · Rating 4 out of 5]

Rotten & Rich by Jahquel J. ⭐⭐⭐✨

This was a solid 4-star read for me ⭐⭐⭐⭐✨—messy, dramatic, and definitely entertaining 😮‍🔥📖.

Jahquel J. always knows how to give you luxury mixed with chaos, and this book was no different. The characters are living that rich lifestyle, but behind all that money and status? Secrets, betrayal, and straight-up dysfunction 💰💔👀.

What I liked most was how the story showed that just because people have money doesn’t mean they have peace. Everybody’s dealing with something, and the drama keeps unfolding in ways that keep you locked in.

It’s fast-paced, a little toxic, and full of those moments that make you pause like “yeah… this about to go left” 😩🔥.

[Cass Renee · Rating 3 out of 5]

Glamorous but Uneven ⭐️⭐️⭐️
Rich and Rotten has all the ingredients I love, Black wealth, second-chance romance, and family drama with real teeth. Tatiana Rich has everything money can buy except freedom, and watching her reclaim her life  after so much loss was genuinely compelling.
My issue was the pacing. The middle dragged, and I needed more from Nazir’s explanation for disappearing; it felt a little too easy.
That said, that ending cliffhanger? Jahquel said she was NOT letting us go without a hook. I audibly gasped and now I have no choice but to pick up book 2 when it drops. So clearly she did something right.

[Cattera Rune · Rating 5 out of 5]

Listen…Lady J, you did it again.

I expected top-tier writing—because that’s what you always give—but I was not ready for the twists and turns. You had me side-eyeing, shocked, and fully invested at the end.

Tatiana, Nazir, Jonah, Yalina…everybody brought something to the table. And Malcolm? Grimey. Just grimey 😒

Rich and Rotten, like all your stories, kept me locked in from start to finish.

[Mari Jaxn · Rating 5 out of 5]

I should have know Jah was gonna have me immersed in a world that will leave me clutching my imaginary pearls. I love a second chance trope and this one is deep!

[MizThang7923 · Rating 4 out of 5]

Queen of cliff hangers!! I need book #2... NOOOOOW!!!

[Rise · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a slow-paced book that was very much different from any others written by this author. I definitely would like to read the next book to see what happens.

[Tracey Williams · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another great book with cliffhanger ending!