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War & Wine
Rockwell "Roc" Dean is The Syndicate’s tech mastermind with a street mentality. Camera's, trackers, encrypted lines; he'll have your whole life on file before you know he's watching. He doesn't waste words. He lives by his own protect those you love, punish those who cross him. Lowkey. Deadly. Loyal.
Southern charm with a hustlers heart, Celeste Holloway has it all. Classy. Ambitious. Always put together. Her life is the envy of her friends. Fifteen years as a surgeon's wife, her marriage is perfect on paper. But behind close doors? Boredom. Stagnancy. A marriage built on smoke and mirrors.
When their worlds collide, it's messy. Heated. Inevitable. Raw passion.
He's not just offering love. He's claiming it. Protecting it. Teaching her what it means to be kept and seen in every sense of the word.
In a city built on secrets and violence, they'll have to carve out space for something real. But with Roc, real is possessive. He doesn't care about her marriage. She belongs to him whenever and wherever he wants.
And for Celeste... that might be exactly what she's been waiting for.
War & Wine is a fast-paced erotica, about two opposite people finding their forever in each other.
Southern charm with a hustlers heart, Celeste Holloway has it all. Classy. Ambitious. Always put together. Her life is the envy of her friends. Fifteen years as a surgeon's wife, her marriage is perfect on paper. But behind close doors? Boredom. Stagnancy. A marriage built on smoke and mirrors.
When their worlds collide, it's messy. Heated. Inevitable. Raw passion.
He's not just offering love. He's claiming it. Protecting it. Teaching her what it means to be kept and seen in every sense of the word.
In a city built on secrets and violence, they'll have to carve out space for something real. But with Roc, real is possessive. He doesn't care about her marriage. She belongs to him whenever and wherever he wants.
And for Celeste... that might be exactly what she's been waiting for.
War & Wine is a fast-paced erotica, about two opposite people finding their forever in each other.
334 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 2, 2025
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December 6, 2025
Chile 🤭
There was absolutely no reason I should have liked this book as much as I did, lol! 😝 it went against all my morals but the way Roc was putting Celeste through the mattress, I was absolutely here for it all! Celeste was a working woman, in a marriage that had run its course. Roc wasn’t looking for anything serious but something about Celeste had him down bad. The spice was everything! I couldn’t stand Grant, like he just gave sneaky vibes to me. 🫠this was a quick and easy read for me.
There was absolutely no reason I should have liked this book as much as I did, lol! 😝 it went against all my morals but the way Roc was putting Celeste through the mattress, I was absolutely here for it all! Celeste was a working woman, in a marriage that had run its course. Roc wasn’t looking for anything serious but something about Celeste had him down bad. The spice was everything! I couldn’t stand Grant, like he just gave sneaky vibes to me. 🫠this was a quick and easy read for me.
October 12, 2025
Worst storyline of the series
I have enjoyed the other books for the most part. This one has to be the worst. Story line makes absolutely no sense. You cheat on your husband. Not because he cheated first, not because he abused you, not because he had abandoned. But because he just hasn't been up to par in the bedroom as of recent. Something that could have been resolved. Then yall fall so in live but know absolutely nothing about each other other than how good the sex is. Then she has the balls to get mad when she finds out, after they have already separated, that he did actually cheat. I would have DNF this had this been written closer to the beginning of the book and not the last 10% of the book.
I have enjoyed the other books for the most part. This one has to be the worst. Story line makes absolutely no sense. You cheat on your husband. Not because he cheated first, not because he abused you, not because he had abandoned. But because he just hasn't been up to par in the bedroom as of recent. Something that could have been resolved. Then yall fall so in live but know absolutely nothing about each other other than how good the sex is. Then she has the balls to get mad when she finds out, after they have already separated, that he did actually cheat. I would have DNF this had this been written closer to the beginning of the book and not the last 10% of the book.
December 28, 2025
Listen I get why King & Roc are brothers. The amount of BDE…astronomical. Like I’m sorry Roc…..I was unfamiliar with your game sir. Don’t let him being a computer nerd fool you. Roc was HIM. I would have blown my marriage of 15yrs up for him as well🤣As always Dominique writes a MMC who is fiercely protective and slightly flawed. While I think Celeste was wrong in the way she went about things, I sympathized with her plight in feeling stifled and unfulfilled in her marriage. I liked “Papa” & “Goddess’” dynamic though. One thing those Syndicate men are going to do is force softness on their women.
Also the ending setup for Shadow’s book??? Baby, I’m locked in. He’s been quiet & mysterious over 4 books now and I know this finale is about to take me through it.
Also the ending setup for Shadow’s book??? Baby, I’m locked in. He’s been quiet & mysterious over 4 books now and I know this finale is about to take me through it.
Did Not Finish
December 17, 2025dnf @ 56%
May 4, 2026
War, Wine, and Indifference.
Overall, War & Wine was a solid read. They say a good writer should evoke a range of emotions from their readers, and Dominique definitely achieved that here. However, this particular trope had me side-eyeing both Roc and Celeste for most of the book.
I really wanted to love Roc, but I just couldn't get there. While the book did a great job showing his deep-seated need for love as a result of his childhood trauma, I couldn't get past his sense of entitlement. It’s hard to get behind a lead who feels indignant and self-righteous toward another man’s wife. How do you stake a claim on a woman who isn't yours and then get upset when she’s hesitant?
Then there’s Celeste. The lack of communication between her and her husband was glaring. She never seemed to suspect his infidelities, or at least the book didn't hint at it, yet she willingly jumped into an affair of her own. By the end, they rode off into the sunset, but given how they started, you have to wonder if that happily-ever-after is actually built to last.
None of this takes away from the author’s creativity because the writing is definitely there. I ultimately just walked away feeling pretty indifferent toward these characters.
Overall, War & Wine was a solid read. They say a good writer should evoke a range of emotions from their readers, and Dominique definitely achieved that here. However, this particular trope had me side-eyeing both Roc and Celeste for most of the book.
I really wanted to love Roc, but I just couldn't get there. While the book did a great job showing his deep-seated need for love as a result of his childhood trauma, I couldn't get past his sense of entitlement. It’s hard to get behind a lead who feels indignant and self-righteous toward another man’s wife. How do you stake a claim on a woman who isn't yours and then get upset when she’s hesitant?
Then there’s Celeste. The lack of communication between her and her husband was glaring. She never seemed to suspect his infidelities, or at least the book didn't hint at it, yet she willingly jumped into an affair of her own. By the end, they rode off into the sunset, but given how they started, you have to wonder if that happily-ever-after is actually built to last.
None of this takes away from the author’s creativity because the writing is definitely there. I ultimately just walked away feeling pretty indifferent toward these characters.
April 30, 2026
Ahhh…
I didn't fall head over heels for Celeste and Roc like I thought I would, and that's honestly because I felt like Celeste was dead wrong. She didn't communicate in her marriage and instead chose to step out. Not only did she not communicate her needs like an adult, but she left that man with no explanation and flaunted her affair in not only Grant's face but also to his family in the most disrespectful way. And I don't want to hear anything about what Grant was up to because Celeste did all that before knowing anything about his situation. She was operating under the guise that he was a perfect husband. It was just childish and wrong. And honestly, ROC wasn't any better; he was childish. He wanted Celeste and didn't care who he steamrolled, including Celeste.
I didn't fall head over heels for Celeste and Roc like I thought I would, and that's honestly because I felt like Celeste was dead wrong. She didn't communicate in her marriage and instead chose to step out. Not only did she not communicate her needs like an adult, but she left that man with no explanation and flaunted her affair in not only Grant's face but also to his family in the most disrespectful way. And I don't want to hear anything about what Grant was up to because Celeste did all that before knowing anything about his situation. She was operating under the guise that he was a perfect husband. It was just childish and wrong. And honestly, ROC wasn't any better; he was childish. He wanted Celeste and didn't care who he steamrolled, including Celeste.
January 19, 2026
Character dev: 👤👤👤👤
Originality: 📝📝📝📝
Narration: kindle unlimited
Plot: 📖📖📖
Spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️
Action: 👊🏽👊🏽
Troupe: cheating, stalking
Triggers: cheating
Loved it! NEXT 🗣️
Just like the other men ROC don’t play about his. He took “don’t let your husband stop you from finding your forever“ to a new level.
I’m loving Dominique’s writing style more and more. The pace is consistent and continues throughout the books. Each book has a different story without losing touch with the previous characters and each character is different.
This is my favorite series and I haven’t gotten to the last book yet.
Originality: 📝📝📝📝
Narration: kindle unlimited
Plot: 📖📖📖
Spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️
Action: 👊🏽👊🏽
Troupe: cheating, stalking
Triggers: cheating
Loved it! NEXT 🗣️
Just like the other men ROC don’t play about his. He took “don’t let your husband stop you from finding your forever“ to a new level.
I’m loving Dominique’s writing style more and more. The pace is consistent and continues throughout the books. Each book has a different story without losing touch with the previous characters and each character is different.
This is my favorite series and I haven’t gotten to the last book yet.
March 28, 2026
Mind of A Maniac
ROC was crazy, but honestly… everyone knew that. It’s a character trait for everyone in the Syndicate. That man was determined to get his girl, while Celeste was just there for a good time until she realized it was something more. These two were wild! I still can’t stop thinking about the ballroom scene and the bathroom scene at the restaurant… ROC really moved like, “who’s gonna check me?” 😂
I definitely enjoyed this one. I love seeing Mo & Sol in the background of each book, yes I’m fully obsessed. I love the way Dominique writes, and this one set things up perfectly for the finale. I can’t wait to read the next book.
ROC was crazy, but honestly… everyone knew that. It’s a character trait for everyone in the Syndicate. That man was determined to get his girl, while Celeste was just there for a good time until she realized it was something more. These two were wild! I still can’t stop thinking about the ballroom scene and the bathroom scene at the restaurant… ROC really moved like, “who’s gonna check me?” 😂
I definitely enjoyed this one. I love seeing Mo & Sol in the background of each book, yes I’m fully obsessed. I love the way Dominique writes, and this one set things up perfectly for the finale. I can’t wait to read the next book.
April 22, 2026
The sweetest wine
I wasn’t too sure how I was going to like this one because of the main trope in this but I must say in this instance it worked out in everyone’s favor!
Roc and Celeste literally had a love at first sight moment and it was on go after that. Roc is now on my list of big steppers when it comes to getting and loving on his woman.
Celeste was a strong woman for not only putting up with her husband for the amount of time that she did but to also put some of her wants and needs to the side for said husband. Then Roc showed up and showed her what she truly deserved in this world.
This series just keeps getting better and now it’s on to the finale.
I wasn’t too sure how I was going to like this one because of the main trope in this but I must say in this instance it worked out in everyone’s favor!
Roc and Celeste literally had a love at first sight moment and it was on go after that. Roc is now on my list of big steppers when it comes to getting and loving on his woman.
Celeste was a strong woman for not only putting up with her husband for the amount of time that she did but to also put some of her wants and needs to the side for said husband. Then Roc showed up and showed her what she truly deserved in this world.
This series just keeps getting better and now it’s on to the finale.
January 24, 2026
With this being the 3 book in this series I can say I didnt really enjoy it. Roc was too obsessive almost like stalker-ish and Celeste was a simple yes girl. She went from being a surgeon's wife to being Roc's yes girl. Her character didnt have any growth. I wonder why the author decided have Roc fall in love with a married woman? She wasnt a damsel in distress, her husband wasnt beating on her...I simply didnt enjoy the storyline. Roc bullied his way into this women's life. This book gave me the iks. The last two chapters is what bump up my rating from a 2 to a 3.
January 31, 2026
Roc don't play!
This was a good read. Roc was filthy in so many good ways!!!! I loved the way he impowered Celeste to be the goddess that she is. They are perfect for each other. I did not make the connection between Roc and Janine but that was a beautiful reunion scene. Had me all teary eyed. A strong man being vulnerable with his trusted people does it for me! This serise is just soooo good. Can't wait to dive into the legend, the myth, the infamous D. Lowe!
This was a good read. Roc was filthy in so many good ways!!!! I loved the way he impowered Celeste to be the goddess that she is. They are perfect for each other. I did not make the connection between Roc and Janine but that was a beautiful reunion scene. Had me all teary eyed. A strong man being vulnerable with his trusted people does it for me! This serise is just soooo good. Can't wait to dive into the legend, the myth, the infamous D. Lowe!
February 2, 2026
Good
And another one! Roc and Celeste's story was good. Sexy, emotional, sad, and sweet. I liked how Roc stepped in and took charge of their situation and then their relationship. He was in some ways the same lil foster kid, hurt and trying to protect his feelings. Celeste was in a unhappy marriage. In the outside looking in, she has it all. But in reality she was miserable. But in the end it all turns out go be good.
And another one! Roc and Celeste's story was good. Sexy, emotional, sad, and sweet. I liked how Roc stepped in and took charge of their situation and then their relationship. He was in some ways the same lil foster kid, hurt and trying to protect his feelings. Celeste was in a unhappy marriage. In the outside looking in, she has it all. But in reality she was miserable. But in the end it all turns out go be good.
February 4, 2026
This was my first cheating trope story and I will say it was well written. The plot was interesting and engaging. Roc and Celeste were a bit hard to believe in. Celeste’s issues in her marriage seemed superficial in my opinion. There also wasn’t really an explanation for her husband’s “issues” either. Although this one wasn’t a favorite of mine, there were some good moments and hopefully we hear more about them in the next book. Can’t wait to dive into D.Lowes book!
March 24, 2026
ROC and Celeste
I swear it always be them quiet nerds that will put with through the floor board. In the beginning it felt like Roc and Celeste had some dealings together before. Celeste and Grant was both wrong Grant just did a better job hiding and Celeste was in love with being who she was before she lost herself in her marriage. I was waiting on a good ole read from Yaya too.
I swear it always be them quiet nerds that will put with through the floor board. In the beginning it felt like Roc and Celeste had some dealings together before. Celeste and Grant was both wrong Grant just did a better job hiding and Celeste was in love with being who she was before she lost herself in her marriage. I was waiting on a good ole read from Yaya too.
April 2, 2026
I love that you still get to read about the couples from the previous books. King and Simone still being my favvv. I wish Lacey and Logo would’ve gotten a book. This one was tough for me because why couldn’t Celeste just tell her husband it’s over. Why did we need to cheat. I hate the cheating troupe. If she would’ve just told her husband prior it’s over I would’ve loved it more.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
April 21, 2026
MISS BLACK KNOW SHE BE WRITING
I loved this book. Great read and story. I also love how the MMC is just like Malani (as far as infiltrating other people’s lives and straight destroying it!) and now we get to see that crazy in a new way but we are rooting for it lol that’s wild! I love it here tho.
I loved this book. Great read and story. I also love how the MMC is just like Malani (as far as infiltrating other people’s lives and straight destroying it!) and now we get to see that crazy in a new way but we are rooting for it lol that’s wild! I love it here tho.
April 30, 2026
Well Damn Roc!
Okay, Dominique gave us Roc story straight with no chaser. One minute I was side eyeing Celeste and Roc, the next I was low key rooting for them. Although the way they went about it was unorthodox I understand that love can make you do things you'd often never do. Overall, this was a great read and I'm glad I found this series.
Okay, Dominique gave us Roc story straight with no chaser. One minute I was side eyeing Celeste and Roc, the next I was low key rooting for them. Although the way they went about it was unorthodox I understand that love can make you do things you'd often never do. Overall, this was a great read and I'm glad I found this series.
December 23, 2025
whew child
This is the first time EVER that someone actually left their marriage for the other person and it was MESYYYYYYY. Lawd a time was had reading this book. And any man that puts their hand on a woman deserves death no other option.
This is the first time EVER that someone actually left their marriage for the other person and it was MESYYYYYYY. Lawd a time was had reading this book. And any man that puts their hand on a woman deserves death no other option.
December 23, 2025
love and war
Ms Black you such a show out !! I love it here! Okay I’m ready for my Syndicate family invitation.. where he at.. Ayyyyeeee I’m up next. I’m going to actually write one. I love your story telling skills.
Ms Black you such a show out !! I love it here! Okay I’m ready for my Syndicate family invitation.. where he at.. Ayyyyeeee I’m up next. I’m going to actually write one. I love your story telling skills.
May 2, 2026
Roc…Is Solid
Each story gets better and better! Roc was on Celeste like a tick on a dog! And to know Dre set this up was so cute. He knew Celeste deserved better. I guess the Shadow is next up huh? Let’s go!
Each story gets better and better! Roc was on Celeste like a tick on a dog! And to know Dre set this up was so cute. He knew Celeste deserved better. I guess the Shadow is next up huh? Let’s go!
May 4, 2026
Best one yet!
Hands down book 4 is my fav! Roc & Celeste's story is smoking 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥!!! Loved it... Will most definitely re visit this one soon. DB, you did the damn thang on this one especially!
Hands down book 4 is my fav! Roc & Celeste's story is smoking 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥!!! Loved it... Will most definitely re visit this one soon. DB, you did the damn thang on this one especially!
January 4, 2026
ROC
Roc wasn’t playing about his Queen! They say don’t like your husband keep you from your next husband. FMC decided enough was enough and went after what she wanted.
Roc wasn’t playing about his Queen! They say don’t like your husband keep you from your next husband. FMC decided enough was enough and went after what she wanted.
January 20, 2026
yesss
SO F’ING GOOOOOOOODDDDDD. All the stories are but this one by far is my favorite. ROC that’s my man and I love him down, real bad!!!! Yessss Celeste you go girl
SO F’ING GOOOOOOOODDDDDD. All the stories are but this one by far is my favorite. ROC that’s my man and I love him down, real bad!!!! Yessss Celeste you go girl
February 25, 2026
Kimmi's Reads
Now Ms GWORRRLLLL ik we're getting a Logo and Lacey book we need to know about them Friend don't do us like this
Now Ms GWORRRLLLL ik we're getting a Logo and Lacey book we need to know about them Friend don't do us like this
April 27, 2026
I didn’t like their story no depth. Grant was annoying but he got done dirty. The sex is the only thing that made this couple a little vibe. Roc meeting back up with her mother was the best part
April 30, 2026
fave❤️🔥
He’s my absolute favorite…but I still love King…and Dre, Mo too!😩 He was an absolute unhinged MMC. If you love that you’ll love him.
He’s my absolute favorite…but I still love King…and Dre, Mo too!😩 He was an absolute unhinged MMC. If you love that you’ll love him.
April 30, 2026
War & Wine
Roc is unhinged in the best way. I enjoyed his pursuit of getting his woman and just because she was someone’s wife; didn’t stop his motion! A good read
Roc is unhinged in the best way. I enjoyed his pursuit of getting his woman and just because she was someone’s wife; didn’t stop his motion! A good read
May 3, 2026
Fire 🔥
Book 3 had me skeptical if I wanted to continue the series and baby I’m so glad I did! This book was so good! Chef’s kiss!
Book 3 had me skeptical if I wanted to continue the series and baby I’m so glad I did! This book was so good! Chef’s kiss!
May 6, 2026
Ate it up! I loved that this book was short. Celeste and ROC didn’t need too much plot because the spice was too HOT! On to the next one! I’m excited for it.
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