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BLAKE UNIVERSITY: HBCU CHRONICLES YON & IMOLE
Blake HBCU Chronicles – Yon & ImoleBy A.A. Lewis
Welcome to Blake University, where Black excellence is tradition, secrets don’t stay buried, and legacy is everything.
Yon, a senior football star and proud member of Mega Phi Psi, has it all - respect, influence, and a reputation that keeps women chasing. But when Imole, a once-quiet sophomore with a sharp mind and a glow-up that can’t be ignored, steps into her power, Yon’s focus shifts in a way he never expected.
Imole didn’t come to Blake for love - she came to reclaim her college experience. Sophomore year was supposed to be her moment to live boldly, pledge a top sorority, and finally enjoy HBCU life on her terms. As Homecoming gets underway, a sequence of events turns this year into a chaotic whirlwind of love, hazing, blackmail, and betrayal, pulling her into a dangerous game - one that tests her trust, her truth, and her heart.
As sparks fly and loyalties are tested, Yon and Imole find themselves caught between love and survival on a campus where appearances deceive and enemies wear friendly faces. The deeper they fall for each other, the more they at Blake University, love might not be enough to keep them safe.
In this high-stakes, emotionally-charged HBCU drama, A.A. Lewis explores the raw truth of young Black love, campus politics, and the cost of friendship
This isn’t just college. This is Blake University.
Welcome to Blake University, where Black excellence is tradition, secrets don’t stay buried, and legacy is everything.
Yon, a senior football star and proud member of Mega Phi Psi, has it all - respect, influence, and a reputation that keeps women chasing. But when Imole, a once-quiet sophomore with a sharp mind and a glow-up that can’t be ignored, steps into her power, Yon’s focus shifts in a way he never expected.
Imole didn’t come to Blake for love - she came to reclaim her college experience. Sophomore year was supposed to be her moment to live boldly, pledge a top sorority, and finally enjoy HBCU life on her terms. As Homecoming gets underway, a sequence of events turns this year into a chaotic whirlwind of love, hazing, blackmail, and betrayal, pulling her into a dangerous game - one that tests her trust, her truth, and her heart.
As sparks fly and loyalties are tested, Yon and Imole find themselves caught between love and survival on a campus where appearances deceive and enemies wear friendly faces. The deeper they fall for each other, the more they at Blake University, love might not be enough to keep them safe.
In this high-stakes, emotionally-charged HBCU drama, A.A. Lewis explores the raw truth of young Black love, campus politics, and the cost of friendship
This isn’t just college. This is Blake University.
203 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 24, 2025
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August 6, 2025
So the idea for this story was a good one very intriguing but my problem was I just didn’t connect to our FMC & MMC. They were cool and interesting enough but the chemistry lacked any sort of depth, it just came off as mutual physical attraction but we didn’t see them connect beyond that. I mean sure you can count them escaping a traumatic situation as something but I personally don’t feel like that’s a good building block to the soul stirring love we’re supposed to be witnessing. I also just felt like I needed more from the bad guy like in life I guess it’s easy to see some folks just hating but in a book it doesn’t ever read well to me. Like besides just being envious what was all this for?? Like sure hating can motivate you to do weird stuff but this was just a whole lotta whole lotta and the motive just felt dry to me. I am glad that she wrapped it up succinctly but overall it was just something missing from this.
September 29, 2025
Yon & Imole pulled me straight into campus life with all its energy, drama, and unspoken rules. Imole’s glow-up was everything she didn’t just want to exist at Blake, she wanted to thrive, and I loved that for her.
Yon had the status, the influence, the women, but the way Imole shifted his focus showed a vulnerable side I didn’t expect. Their connection was messy, magnetic, and real, the kind of dynamic that gives a story its heartbeat.
What hooked me most was how the book exposed the darker side of HBCU life, hazing, blackmail, and betrayal proving how fast things can spiral even when it looks perfect from the outside.
A.A. Lewis delivered a bold, layered campus story where love isn’t just sweet, it’s risky. At Blake University, every choice tests who you really are.
Yon had the status, the influence, the women, but the way Imole shifted his focus showed a vulnerable side I didn’t expect. Their connection was messy, magnetic, and real, the kind of dynamic that gives a story its heartbeat.
What hooked me most was how the book exposed the darker side of HBCU life, hazing, blackmail, and betrayal proving how fast things can spiral even when it looks perfect from the outside.
A.A. Lewis delivered a bold, layered campus story where love isn’t just sweet, it’s risky. At Blake University, every choice tests who you really are.
September 27, 2025
This book was mad crazy showing how vindictive Shawna and Tree were towards Yon and Imole and the vile things that they did just because they were rejected. Imole was always a threat Shawna even before she glowed up because she just so nice, sweet, and pure from the inside out versus Shawna being evil, manipulative, and spoiled. I’m glad that Mo had LaLa as a true friend and Yon as a boyfriend that helped her stand through Tree and Shawna attacking her. I kept wondering where were Imole’s parents and why they didn’t show up for her when she was attacked and almost SA’d by Tree. I know some of the reviews felt like Tree and Shawna did the most for no reason but entitled young adults these days really be doing so many things not thinking about the repercussions of their actions. I also liked the fact that the characters pictures was at the beginning of the book.
August 17, 2025
Awesome Read
Imole became a strong and beautiful person that that came out of her shell. She became noticeable by everyone on campus! Yon noticed everything about her in every way. Tree was obsessed with too many people in too many ways! His obsessions were unhealthy. The way he manipulated people was crazy. Shawna was just as bad! They both deserved everything that they received! Stormi was no different. You're friendship is supposed to be the most important thing to you at all times! Yon and Lala stuck by Imole though everything. Once Yon let her know his true feelings, he never changed. Amazing read!
Imole became a strong and beautiful person that that came out of her shell. She became noticeable by everyone on campus! Yon noticed everything about her in every way. Tree was obsessed with too many people in too many ways! His obsessions were unhealthy. The way he manipulated people was crazy. Shawna was just as bad! They both deserved everything that they received! Stormi was no different. You're friendship is supposed to be the most important thing to you at all times! Yon and Lala stuck by Imole though everything. Once Yon let her know his true feelings, he never changed. Amazing read!
July 28, 2025
The details were top tier!
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️|🌶️ (one small scene because this is YA)
The details and the care that this story had was done amazingly. I don’t even like YA romances, but this one was great! This is my first time reading a book from this author and I can’t wait to read more of her catalog.
The story plot was so good and the book itself was well written! There was some betrayal and envy in this book that had me mad lol. It’s all kept me on my toes!
Overall I would recommend! 💖
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️|🌶️ (one small scene because this is YA)
The details and the care that this story had was done amazingly. I don’t even like YA romances, but this one was great! This is my first time reading a book from this author and I can’t wait to read more of her catalog.
The story plot was so good and the book itself was well written! There was some betrayal and envy in this book that had me mad lol. It’s all kept me on my toes!
Overall I would recommend! 💖
August 11, 2025
Nice very nice
Omg this standalone is so lit. Yon ex and her cousin tee had it out for yon bad. He didn't want her butt she tryna make him take her back. Tee was just jealous as heck of yon cause what he had accomplished. Shawna didn't like my girl cause she wasn't into his ex anymore. Then, her homegirl was wrong she didn't tell them anything on what's going on. U did good on yet another book and I'm looking forward to reading more of them . Sitting here patting my feet while sipping on Pepsi and while eating popcorn while waiting on the next book to read.
Omg this standalone is so lit. Yon ex and her cousin tee had it out for yon bad. He didn't want her butt she tryna make him take her back. Tee was just jealous as heck of yon cause what he had accomplished. Shawna didn't like my girl cause she wasn't into his ex anymore. Then, her homegirl was wrong she didn't tell them anything on what's going on. U did good on yet another book and I'm looking forward to reading more of them . Sitting here patting my feet while sipping on Pepsi and while eating popcorn while waiting on the next book to read.
July 29, 2025
AMAZING STORYLINE - College Life
Amazing!!!…🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥!!!…The best way to describe this book!!!…
This book really took you through it emotionally, but I enjoyed the ride!!!…
Thia book was beautifully written and the scenes were very descriptive and very relatable!!!…
I’m sad to see Yon, Imole, Ace, Lala, Gravy, and Pork Chop leave!!!…
I still don’t know how I feel about Stormii, because she had plenty opportunity to spk with her friends and decided not to!!!…
Amazing!!!…🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥!!!…The best way to describe this book!!!…
This book really took you through it emotionally, but I enjoyed the ride!!!…
Thia book was beautifully written and the scenes were very descriptive and very relatable!!!…
I’m sad to see Yon, Imole, Ace, Lala, Gravy, and Pork Chop leave!!!…
I still don’t know how I feel about Stormii, because she had plenty opportunity to spk with her friends and decided not to!!!…
July 26, 2025
Very good read!
Shawna and Tree were entitled and evil. Stormii was easily influenced and all of them fell from grace and bot their due karma!. Yon was smitten with Imole long before he realized it, but in the end they developed a deep connection. In the end everyone got what they desired or deserved. Very good read!
Shawna and Tree were entitled and evil. Stormii was easily influenced and all of them fell from grace and bot their due karma!. Yon was smitten with Imole long before he realized it, but in the end they developed a deep connection. In the end everyone got what they desired or deserved. Very good read!
August 10, 2025
Loved it
This book had me so emotional. That was a lot to take in. Your writing skills are on point. You and especially Imole went through so much. I can't believe how Tree and his cousin went to such extremes. Also, how could Stormii betray her friends like that? I am just happy that everyone is safe and justice was served. Great Read!
This book had me so emotional. That was a lot to take in. Your writing skills are on point. You and especially Imole went through so much. I can't believe how Tree and his cousin went to such extremes. Also, how could Stormii betray her friends like that? I am just happy that everyone is safe and justice was served. Great Read!
July 26, 2025
Great Read
I loved the characters and getting to go on their journey of growth. The storyline was well developed and I truly enjoyed this book. I was transported back to my college days! A.A. Lewis did a wonderful job.
I loved the characters and getting to go on their journey of growth. The storyline was well developed and I truly enjoyed this book. I was transported back to my college days! A.A. Lewis did a wonderful job.
July 28, 2025
so so so goood
I loved it! It was so very good with all of the twists and turns, I didn’t know what was going to happen next. I wanted to throw hands for Mo and Yon a few times because Tree and Shawna were trippin.
I loved it! It was so very good with all of the twists and turns, I didn’t know what was going to happen next. I wanted to throw hands for Mo and Yon a few times because Tree and Shawna were trippin.
August 3, 2025
Yon & Imole
This book was great. It showed the depths people go to win. The world is too big to be fixated on one person. I can't say too much without giving it away. Just get the book and read it.
This book was great. It showed the depths people go to win. The world is too big to be fixated on one person. I can't say too much without giving it away. Just get the book and read it.
August 15, 2025
Yon & Imole
I wasn't feeling this one. It was too childish acting for me. Shawna, Stormi and the Dean should of went to jail right along with Tree. Pork chop needs to be banned from the group since he still wants to be in contact with Stormi????
I wasn't feeling this one. It was too childish acting for me. Shawna, Stormi and the Dean should of went to jail right along with Tree. Pork chop needs to be banned from the group since he still wants to be in contact with Stormi????
August 15, 2025
Secrets ruin more than friendships
This book took obsession to an entirely different level. How can you just be living your life and someone disliked you that much.
What a ride, but the ending was chef's kiss.
This book took obsession to an entirely different level. How can you just be living your life and someone disliked you that much.
What a ride, but the ending was chef's kiss.
December 15, 2025
Loved.
I absolutely adore this story. There was so much that was said about integrity and about strength and about serious love. Also, the lengths people will go to to just be messy.
I absolutely adore this story. There was so much that was said about integrity and about strength and about serious love. Also, the lengths people will go to to just be messy.
January 14, 2026
My head was on a swivel
Baby I was not ready for this wild ride. It was so good. Friendship ,loyalty ,scandal and betrayal honey I was on the edge of my seat reading this. I loved Yon and Imole for each other.
Baby I was not ready for this wild ride. It was so good. Friendship ,loyalty ,scandal and betrayal honey I was on the edge of my seat reading this. I loved Yon and Imole for each other.
July 25, 2025
This was really good. Whew Shawna needed to get some hands laid on her for real.
July 29, 2025
Blake University
College life can be fun, and everything you dreamed of and more, but there is also a down side. Study, have fun and stay out of trouble! A great read!
College life can be fun, and everything you dreamed of and more, but there is also a down side. Study, have fun and stay out of trouble! A great read!
July 30, 2025
Great read
Yon and Imole were just what each other needed! Perfect for each other. This book is everything. 5 stars and a must read
Yon and Imole were just what each other needed! Perfect for each other. This book is everything. 5 stars and a must read
September 17, 2025
Young Love
Campus drama happens every where. Yon and Mille fell in love and did not even know . I loved the drama in this story !!!
Thanks for keeping big real about HBCU's.
Campus drama happens every where. Yon and Mille fell in love and did not even know . I loved the drama in this story !!!
Thanks for keeping big real about HBCU's.
November 7, 2025
OMG!
I absolutely loved this book! I was on the edge of my seat the entire time. So much mess, drama, and new love. I highly recommend
I absolutely loved this book! I was on the edge of my seat the entire time. So much mess, drama, and new love. I highly recommend
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