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Kismet
“We should get married.”
Tyree “KO” Johnson plays about a lot of things, but marriage isn’t one of them. Seeing firsthand how love can chew you up and spit you out. Ty vowed that if he ever was lucky enough to find his one, he’d do it right.
For some reason, promising Emiko to be together forever after only a week feels right.
She’s come barreling back into his life at a time where everything is in the air. From his fractured family, to his toxic situationship, Ty hasn’t known if he was coming or going for a while now. He’s in no position to reassure anyone, let alone offering to marry someone.
And yet…
Emiko Barton thought she’d never see her own personal savior again, until he walked right up to her and reintroduced himself, eighteen years later.
Life has taught Emiko that anyone she loves can leave her at any time. Gone in an instant, leaving destruction and devastation in their wake. She’s gone through it before, and knows it’s only a matter of time before Ty leaves her again.
Until he proposes a way to ensure they’d be together forever.
And then, suddenly, doubt gives way to something even more powerful…
Fate.
Tyree “KO” Johnson plays about a lot of things, but marriage isn’t one of them. Seeing firsthand how love can chew you up and spit you out. Ty vowed that if he ever was lucky enough to find his one, he’d do it right.
For some reason, promising Emiko to be together forever after only a week feels right.
She’s come barreling back into his life at a time where everything is in the air. From his fractured family, to his toxic situationship, Ty hasn’t known if he was coming or going for a while now. He’s in no position to reassure anyone, let alone offering to marry someone.
And yet…
Emiko Barton thought she’d never see her own personal savior again, until he walked right up to her and reintroduced himself, eighteen years later.
Life has taught Emiko that anyone she loves can leave her at any time. Gone in an instant, leaving destruction and devastation in their wake. She’s gone through it before, and knows it’s only a matter of time before Ty leaves her again.
Until he proposes a way to ensure they’d be together forever.
And then, suddenly, doubt gives way to something even more powerful…
Fate.
405 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 1, 2025
About the author
Jessica A.
14 books86 followersJessica is an LA girl that has been writing fiction and poetry since middle school. She holds a BA in English from Xavier University in Louisiana, and an MFA in Fiction from San Diego State University. She's a dog mommy to the infamous Dijon Mustard, and in addition to writing all the stories that play out in her head, she enjoys yapping on facetime with her homegirls and long walks on the beach.
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February 4, 2026
🥹❤️
This was a beautiful display of Kismet; who knew at such a young age these two would find their way back to each other. It was cute seeing how fast Ty and Emiko picked back up where they left off. The drama was good, the back story was intentional and as always the family came together as only they could. I’m so curious to see what Wynter an Rico got going on lol.
This was a beautiful display of Kismet; who knew at such a young age these two would find their way back to each other. It was cute seeing how fast Ty and Emiko picked back up where they left off. The drama was good, the back story was intentional and as always the family came together as only they could. I’m so curious to see what Wynter an Rico got going on lol.
October 28, 2025
Emiko and my Ty-Ty made a really good match. I think she was the calm to his storm a bit but also, a good spitfire for his craziness. They balanced well. I love this I hate it’s over for now. I need Rico & Wynter lol
August 31, 2026
3.75 ⭐️
Ty & Emiko story was hot & cold but I did enjoy it! They both had a lot of unhealed trauma but it was beautiful to see them finally get it right.
Ty was fighting a lot of demons from his past but his character development was chefs kiss and I adored the way he locked in fast for Emiko. I loved Emiko but my girl was a runner for sure!!!!
Ty & Emiko story was hot & cold but I did enjoy it! They both had a lot of unhealed trauma but it was beautiful to see them finally get it right.
Ty was fighting a lot of demons from his past but his character development was chefs kiss and I adored the way he locked in fast for Emiko. I loved Emiko but my girl was a runner for sure!!!!
October 6, 2025
One of South Kenton’s and FoeDub’s finest, Tyree Johnson, better known as Ty-Ty or “K muthaf***in O” finally gets his story told, and whew!! What a ride it was 🥲😮💨 Kismet introduces us to Tyree and Emiko Barton, once known as Emily Perkins. The two met briefly as kids in a foster home, where Ty became Meek’s protector. Life separated them, but fate had other plans… KISMET.
Years later, what was supposed to be just a simple interview for Meek’s article turned into something deeper, love at first sight. Ty had his own demons to face, but Meek’s presence brought him peace in a way no one else could. When I say that man knew she was his wife from the moment he saw her? Ty was locked in from jump! 💍
Watching Ty grow throughout this story was beautiful. His love for Meek was pure and patient, he showed up for her even when she doubted him. Together, they healed parts of themselves they didn’t even realize were broken.
If you’ve read any of the South Kenton books, Kismet ties up a lot of loose ends and gives you the answers you’ve been waiting for. My girl did NOT miss with this one 🔥
Years later, what was supposed to be just a simple interview for Meek’s article turned into something deeper, love at first sight. Ty had his own demons to face, but Meek’s presence brought him peace in a way no one else could. When I say that man knew she was his wife from the moment he saw her? Ty was locked in from jump! 💍
Watching Ty grow throughout this story was beautiful. His love for Meek was pure and patient, he showed up for her even when she doubted him. Together, they healed parts of themselves they didn’t even realize were broken.
If you’ve read any of the South Kenton books, Kismet ties up a lot of loose ends and gives you the answers you’ve been waiting for. My girl did NOT miss with this one 🔥
Did Not Finish
September 3, 2026I was reluctant to read this book and I know why. I tried, trust me I tried but I only got to 69% and I felt like I was punishing myself. The series is unnecessarily long to the point that there isn't really a solid story line. I would say I'm tired of the characters but the issue is like I've mentioned previously, there are way too many characters to keep up with. It's mentally exhausting and I grew tired of reading, trying to remember who was who and what happened. The timeline goes wayyy back and I've forgotten half of what happened in the previous books in the series and she doesn't really recap so unfortunately I've lost the motivation to complete the series. And I'm saddened by that because I really wanted to. But it's boring and I know if I skip it and move onto the next book I'll be even more confused!
September 3, 2026
A much more chill book in the series. Still with its shenanigans but very chill. Emoki and Ty were a breath of fresh air for me—not overly emotional, just enough to be attached.
October 17, 2025
"We’re kismet. Written way before time existed.” ~ A Word
Let me say that I haven't read a book in the series prior to this one, so I went in blind.
Judging from the cover, I thought this was going to be a cute contemporary romance, but I couldn't have been anymore wrong. Ty is a whole nut, and I laughed so hard at this book that it's not even funny. When sis "warned" us about a whole Lotta gang ish, she wasn't joking.
I loved everything about their story and the way he loved her. Cared for her. Protected her. The feels were real. Ya hear me?
Their "drama" was cute. Not over the top. He was mean to the world, but puppy dog for her.
She loved him. In the softest manner, a woman could love a man. She protected his feelings. Healed his heart. Cured his soul.
There were a few grammar hiccups, but I disregarded them. I speak southern AAVE, so the Cali AAVE I had reread twice, but it hit all the same.
I caused my own confusion with characters because although I KNEW there were 5 aforementioned books, I went straight into this one. I liked this book already lot, so I will be doubling back to book 1.
Let me say that I haven't read a book in the series prior to this one, so I went in blind.
Judging from the cover, I thought this was going to be a cute contemporary romance, but I couldn't have been anymore wrong. Ty is a whole nut, and I laughed so hard at this book that it's not even funny. When sis "warned" us about a whole Lotta gang ish, she wasn't joking.
I loved everything about their story and the way he loved her. Cared for her. Protected her. The feels were real. Ya hear me?
Their "drama" was cute. Not over the top. He was mean to the world, but puppy dog for her.
She loved him. In the softest manner, a woman could love a man. She protected his feelings. Healed his heart. Cured his soul.
There were a few grammar hiccups, but I disregarded them. I speak southern AAVE, so the Cali AAVE I had reread twice, but it hit all the same.
I caused my own confusion with characters because although I KNEW there were 5 aforementioned books, I went straight into this one. I liked this book already lot, so I will be doubling back to book 1.
August 4, 2026
Nasty Kisses and Love at First Sight
Life is full of kismet, baby... things are written in the stars far before we’ve ever been thought of.
This book got me like whoaaa, first I was like okay, then spitting out laughing, then whaaaa, then okayy Big Steppa, alrighty then Big Mama, whoa. Jessica A's pen is just killing it. I love how unique her flow is and how every single romance and individual feels so different. This unputdownable story was Kismet indeed.
Are Meek and Ty-Ty my fav couple? Well no
Is their romance my jam? Well sureee
But did any of that mean I didn't enjoy the book? Hell no!
#MenWhoCry #FreaksintheSheets #BehindEveryLaughisaTear #GirlWonder #BaduismFMC
Are Meek and Ty-Ty my fav couple?
Out of this series Meek and Ty as a couple was coo and what I love about Jessica A is even if this isn't my nbr 1 couple their love story just match them so thoroughly I was down for the ride and wasn't letting go. Meek is apart of the youngin' crowd and since Ty was beefing with his peoples during certain parts of the book, we did get introduced to this new new crew in red territory. In my mind it's like the Milli crew. And even though their personalities were interesting with love stories I wanted to fall into with top tier writing I just waned in and out of interest at small points. Despite all of that this book was still unputdownable.
Meek aka Miko aka Em isn't a push over by any means. She's not even a afrocentric boeheim a la Erykah Badu like she comes across in the beginning. Nah Meek is bout it bout it in all ways. She just happens to be good at her job as a journalistic. She is young though (23-24 yo) so some of her reactions reflect that. The miscommunication she dishes out is apart of her age and her background, but she was very layered character.
I also enjoyed Ty I truly love that I get to see this series with these big buff out men who are vulnerable and who put their hearts on the line when life has told them not to. The author prepares us that this story isn't as traumatic or dramatic. That it's meant as a little bit of a break. And it definitely feels that way.
#ProtectorMMC #ReformedHoe #LoveAtFirstSight #MyWifeVibes
Is their romance my jam? Not really
For a long while, even though I liked Ty as a side character in this book I was confused why he had to get so many pages but the slow emotional build up was worth it. Ty helps come through on the one thing that plagues me in these Urban Romance genre books, "everyone is a family and so you just forgive and forget wrongs". There are times we see the wrost of the worst and toxicity but are told the mains are supposed to forgive the greatest wrongs by their parents, family etc and then the HEA is one big happy family. But over in Foe Dub land since Shad's book we've been dealing the cracks and it comes bursting out through Ty. Ty is tired of everyone playing in his face and finally he is done and willing to show his family that they can't keep cutting and re-opening wounds and thinking it's sweet. I love that about this book. I hate that about his story and background. Not as heart wrenching as some of the others, his still packs a punch. Watching Meek be the perfect woman to walk him through that pain was o beautiful.
But did any of that mean I didn't enjoy the book? Hell no!
It took a minute no lies there, but mainly for personal reasons as some romance tropes aren't my all time faves but the writing is spectacular so I still had fun. I still ohh'd and ahh'd, I still laughed at the ridiculousness and was on pins and needles when chickens were coming home to roost. Most of all I love how Jessica A prepares you for the last 15% by boldly dropping hints of things to come. I won't say they are Easter Eggs thems shit is just out there for the last bit of the book to feel like the best pay off EVERRRR. Mostly, I love how the love really shines in their story. Some of my fav quotes:
💬“I’ve been waiting my whole life for you.”
💬"He eats pussy and booty for the love of the game."
💬"I know who she gon’ be: mine."
Overall
Their love was written in the stars and they were made for one another. Reappearing right when the other needed them the most.
Life is full of kismet, baby... things are written in the stars far before we’ve ever been thought of.
This book got me like whoaaa, first I was like okay, then spitting out laughing, then whaaaa, then okayy Big Steppa, alrighty then Big Mama, whoa. Jessica A's pen is just killing it. I love how unique her flow is and how every single romance and individual feels so different. This unputdownable story was Kismet indeed.
Are Meek and Ty-Ty my fav couple? Well no
Is their romance my jam? Well sureee
But did any of that mean I didn't enjoy the book? Hell no!
#MenWhoCry #FreaksintheSheets #BehindEveryLaughisaTear #GirlWonder #BaduismFMC
Are Meek and Ty-Ty my fav couple?
Out of this series Meek and Ty as a couple was coo and what I love about Jessica A is even if this isn't my nbr 1 couple their love story just match them so thoroughly I was down for the ride and wasn't letting go. Meek is apart of the youngin' crowd and since Ty was beefing with his peoples during certain parts of the book, we did get introduced to this new new crew in red territory. In my mind it's like the Milli crew. And even though their personalities were interesting with love stories I wanted to fall into with top tier writing I just waned in and out of interest at small points. Despite all of that this book was still unputdownable.
Meek aka Miko aka Em isn't a push over by any means. She's not even a afrocentric boeheim a la Erykah Badu like she comes across in the beginning. Nah Meek is bout it bout it in all ways. She just happens to be good at her job as a journalistic. She is young though (23-24 yo) so some of her reactions reflect that. The miscommunication she dishes out is apart of her age and her background, but she was very layered character.
I also enjoyed Ty I truly love that I get to see this series with these big buff out men who are vulnerable and who put their hearts on the line when life has told them not to. The author prepares us that this story isn't as traumatic or dramatic. That it's meant as a little bit of a break. And it definitely feels that way.
#ProtectorMMC #ReformedHoe #LoveAtFirstSight #MyWifeVibes
Is their romance my jam? Not really
For a long while, even though I liked Ty as a side character in this book I was confused why he had to get so many pages but the slow emotional build up was worth it. Ty helps come through on the one thing that plagues me in these Urban Romance genre books, "everyone is a family and so you just forgive and forget wrongs". There are times we see the wrost of the worst and toxicity but are told the mains are supposed to forgive the greatest wrongs by their parents, family etc and then the HEA is one big happy family. But over in Foe Dub land since Shad's book we've been dealing the cracks and it comes bursting out through Ty. Ty is tired of everyone playing in his face and finally he is done and willing to show his family that they can't keep cutting and re-opening wounds and thinking it's sweet. I love that about this book. I hate that about his story and background. Not as heart wrenching as some of the others, his still packs a punch. Watching Meek be the perfect woman to walk him through that pain was o beautiful.
But did any of that mean I didn't enjoy the book? Hell no!
It took a minute no lies there, but mainly for personal reasons as some romance tropes aren't my all time faves but the writing is spectacular so I still had fun. I still ohh'd and ahh'd, I still laughed at the ridiculousness and was on pins and needles when chickens were coming home to roost. Most of all I love how Jessica A prepares you for the last 15% by boldly dropping hints of things to come. I won't say they are Easter Eggs thems shit is just out there for the last bit of the book to feel like the best pay off EVERRRR. Mostly, I love how the love really shines in their story. Some of my fav quotes:
💬“I’ve been waiting my whole life for you.”
💬"He eats pussy and booty for the love of the game."
💬"I know who she gon’ be: mine."
Overall
Their love was written in the stars and they were made for one another. Reappearing right when the other needed them the most.
November 4, 2025
Jessica A. continues to raise the bar with every release.
I say it every time and I’ll say it again Jessica A. can tell a damn story! I haven’t been disappointed by a single book in this series. The way each story intertwines is so subtle yet intentional, and every time a new connection clicks into place, my jaw is on the floor.
In Kismet, we’re introduced to Tyree (Ty) and Emiko Barton (Meek). The two met briefly as kids in a foster home, where Ty became Meek’s protector. Circumstances pulled them apart, but fate clearly had other plans because 18 years later, they’re back in each other’s lives.
What I loved most was how Ty knew exactly what he wanted from the start. He’s wild, funny, and a little too sure of himself at times, but when it came to Meek, there was no hesitation — the man was locked in. The shift in his energy the moment she reentered his world? Chef’s kiss. Watching him balance that tough exterior with genuine vulnerability was perfection.
The humor, the tension, the unspoken understanding between them all spot on. And Ty checking himself when he was about to act up or cracking jokes at the worst possible times had me crying laughing.
Emiko’s connection to Milli from Reem and YT’s book adds another layer, expanding the universe and giving us a peek at a whole new circle of characters. Through Ty and Meek’s story, Jessica A. delivers another beautiful blend of love, healing, hard conversations, and humor that feels real and raw.
The storytelling, character growth, and the way everything ties together across books flawless. Kismet is heartfelt, funny, sexy, and full of that deep, grown love energy I can’t get enough of.
I say it every time and I’ll say it again Jessica A. can tell a damn story! I haven’t been disappointed by a single book in this series. The way each story intertwines is so subtle yet intentional, and every time a new connection clicks into place, my jaw is on the floor.
In Kismet, we’re introduced to Tyree (Ty) and Emiko Barton (Meek). The two met briefly as kids in a foster home, where Ty became Meek’s protector. Circumstances pulled them apart, but fate clearly had other plans because 18 years later, they’re back in each other’s lives.
What I loved most was how Ty knew exactly what he wanted from the start. He’s wild, funny, and a little too sure of himself at times, but when it came to Meek, there was no hesitation — the man was locked in. The shift in his energy the moment she reentered his world? Chef’s kiss. Watching him balance that tough exterior with genuine vulnerability was perfection.
The humor, the tension, the unspoken understanding between them all spot on. And Ty checking himself when he was about to act up or cracking jokes at the worst possible times had me crying laughing.
Emiko’s connection to Milli from Reem and YT’s book adds another layer, expanding the universe and giving us a peek at a whole new circle of characters. Through Ty and Meek’s story, Jessica A. delivers another beautiful blend of love, healing, hard conversations, and humor that feels real and raw.
The storytelling, character growth, and the way everything ties together across books flawless. Kismet is heartfelt, funny, sexy, and full of that deep, grown love energy I can’t get enough of.
October 13, 2025
I didn’t realize this was part of a series before reading, which explained a few moments of confusion, but it didn’t take away from the experience one bit. The story kept my attention the whole way through, and now I’m definitely going back to read the entire series!
Kismet introduces us to Tyree (Ty) and Emiko Barton, (Meek). The two met briefly as kids in a foster home, where Ty became Meek’s protector. Circumstances separates them, but fate had other plans. 18 years later, they are back in each other's lives.
What I loved most was how Ty knew exactly what he wanted from the start. He was wild, funny, and a little too sure of himself at times, but when it came to Meek, there was no hesitation. The man was locked in. His energy shifted the moment she came back into his world, and watching him balance that tough guy exterior with so much vulnerability was chef’s kiss. The humor, the tension, the way they understood each other without needing to say much ✅ And Ty checking himself when he was about to get active or cracking jokes at the worst times was hilarious😂.
But beyond the laughs, this story carried so much heart. Both Ty and Meek had their share of pain and trust issues, yet together they managed to create a safe space that felt healing in every sense. Kismet is the perfect mix of grit, emotion, and passion. It’s messy and raw in places, but that’s what makes it so real. Ty and Meek were truly meant to find their way back to each other—and I ate up every second of it.
Kismet introduces us to Tyree (Ty) and Emiko Barton, (Meek). The two met briefly as kids in a foster home, where Ty became Meek’s protector. Circumstances separates them, but fate had other plans. 18 years later, they are back in each other's lives.
What I loved most was how Ty knew exactly what he wanted from the start. He was wild, funny, and a little too sure of himself at times, but when it came to Meek, there was no hesitation. The man was locked in. His energy shifted the moment she came back into his world, and watching him balance that tough guy exterior with so much vulnerability was chef’s kiss. The humor, the tension, the way they understood each other without needing to say much ✅ And Ty checking himself when he was about to get active or cracking jokes at the worst times was hilarious😂.
But beyond the laughs, this story carried so much heart. Both Ty and Meek had their share of pain and trust issues, yet together they managed to create a safe space that felt healing in every sense. Kismet is the perfect mix of grit, emotion, and passion. It’s messy and raw in places, but that’s what makes it so real. Ty and Meek were truly meant to find their way back to each other—and I ate up every second of it.
October 2, 2025
Kismet was it for me, y’all. 🙌🏾 Ty and Miko had me locked in from page one. The banter? Top tier. The way they bounced off each other? Chef’s kiss. Ty stays cocky, even in his own head, and listen, I love me a cocky man 😂. That confidence, the way he carries himself, kept every scene lit.
And Ty checking his shoes before doing some mess?? Comedy gold 🤣. I was cackling for real.
What really did it for me though was the balance. Ty is funny, slick, got all the attitude—but he’s also hyper-sensitive in a way that made me melt. A man that can show emotions and bust his pew pew?? 🥹 Give me ten of him please! And when it came down to action, he wasn’t just talking. He moved every time, and he stayed about that life for Miko.
Now, don’t get me wrong, it wasn’t all smooth. Jazz and her gold clinic membership had me hollering 😩, and Miko questioning Ty’s loyalty had me rolling my eyes. But through it all, the chemistry between them carried.
Shad will forever be my baby, but Ty? He’s sitting real comfortable in that second spot 😏.
Jessica A snapped with this one! Banter, heat, raw emotion, and messy love that felt too real. Easily a 5-star read.
And Ty checking his shoes before doing some mess?? Comedy gold 🤣. I was cackling for real.
What really did it for me though was the balance. Ty is funny, slick, got all the attitude—but he’s also hyper-sensitive in a way that made me melt. A man that can show emotions and bust his pew pew?? 🥹 Give me ten of him please! And when it came down to action, he wasn’t just talking. He moved every time, and he stayed about that life for Miko.
Now, don’t get me wrong, it wasn’t all smooth. Jazz and her gold clinic membership had me hollering 😩, and Miko questioning Ty’s loyalty had me rolling my eyes. But through it all, the chemistry between them carried.
Shad will forever be my baby, but Ty? He’s sitting real comfortable in that second spot 😏.
Jessica A snapped with this one! Banter, heat, raw emotion, and messy love that felt too real. Easily a 5-star read.
August 17, 2026
💛
Baby, Ty said “we should get married” and apparently that was the whole plan because this man was NOT playing!
I loved the history between Ty and Emiko and how their connection felt like fate pulling two people back together at exactly the right time. Emiko’s fear of being left again made her so easy to understand, while Ty had me rooting for him to prove that this time, he wasn’t going anywhere.
The chemistry, the emotions, the family drama, the healing… Kismet gave me everything I wanted in a romance. It was sweet without being boring, emotional without feeling forced, and had me smiling HARD at certain moments.
And a man who knows what he wants and stands on business about his woman? Yeahhhh, that’ll do it every time.
Definitely recommend if you love second chances, fate, emotional healing, and a hero who is ALL IN.
Kismet: fate or destiny,especially the idea that certain events or people are meant to come into your life.
Kismet fits Ty and Emiko because their reunion feels destined, as if life was always going to bring them back to each other.
Kismet = “It was meant to be.” 💕✨
Baby, Ty said “we should get married” and apparently that was the whole plan because this man was NOT playing!
I loved the history between Ty and Emiko and how their connection felt like fate pulling two people back together at exactly the right time. Emiko’s fear of being left again made her so easy to understand, while Ty had me rooting for him to prove that this time, he wasn’t going anywhere.
The chemistry, the emotions, the family drama, the healing… Kismet gave me everything I wanted in a romance. It was sweet without being boring, emotional without feeling forced, and had me smiling HARD at certain moments.
And a man who knows what he wants and stands on business about his woman? Yeahhhh, that’ll do it every time.
Definitely recommend if you love second chances, fate, emotional healing, and a hero who is ALL IN.
Kismet: fate or destiny,especially the idea that certain events or people are meant to come into your life.
Kismet fits Ty and Emiko because their reunion feels destined, as if life was always going to bring them back to each other.
Kismet = “It was meant to be.” 💕✨
October 12, 2025
Loved Ty and Emiko
I say it every time and I will say it again - Jessica A. can tell a damn story! I have not been disappointed yet by any story in this series. And the way the books intertwine in a subtle yet intentional way. Every time a new piece falls into my place my mouth is wide open. Emiko is connected to Milli from Reem and YTs book so we get exposed to a whole new group of folks through she and Ty’s story. And we see them both find each other and overcome their challenges through love, hard conversations and still lots of humorous moments. The book was great. Read it!
In the authors note she mentions that we are getting close to the end of the series and I honestly never want it to end. Being able to write a series with different characters within the same “universe” without it becoming repetitive is a gift! Cant wait for the next one!
I say it every time and I will say it again - Jessica A. can tell a damn story! I have not been disappointed yet by any story in this series. And the way the books intertwine in a subtle yet intentional way. Every time a new piece falls into my place my mouth is wide open. Emiko is connected to Milli from Reem and YTs book so we get exposed to a whole new group of folks through she and Ty’s story. And we see them both find each other and overcome their challenges through love, hard conversations and still lots of humorous moments. The book was great. Read it!
In the authors note she mentions that we are getting close to the end of the series and I honestly never want it to end. Being able to write a series with different characters within the same “universe” without it becoming repetitive is a gift! Cant wait for the next one!
November 11, 2025
This one was my least favorite of the series. I just wasn’t feeling their connection at all. Meeting once when Em was five and then being madly in love years later? It didn’t feel believable. Ty was a manwhore, and honestly, the romance between them just didn’t hit for me. Em was annoying too, the back and forth wasn’t cute. She agreed to marry a man she met once as a toddler, didn’t even know him as an adult, and kept crashing out based on what other people told her instead of what she saw with her own eyes. She kept making Ty pay for her past mistakes, holding him accountable for what another man did to her. He didn’t deserve that. I don’t know how he wasn’t exhausted, because I definitely was.
The only part I really cared about was Ty making up with his dad. The romance just didn’t move me this time around.
The only part I really cared about was Ty making up with his dad. The romance just didn’t move me this time around.
January 16, 2026
I really loved it!
Ty Ty was emotional wounded since he was 10, Em since she was 5 or 6. He promised he'd find her, what a wild crazy ride when they reconnected. Spontaneous marriage, accusations, tears, hurt feelings, trauma, murder, abuse, thot lovemaking scenes, new relationships and friendships, this novel had it all and touched on so many true life issues within families abd friends but in the end I believe they healed one another and got their HEA and miracle. Loved it now Wynter and Rico must get a story Jessica A! This series has been full of emotional ups abd downs. Thank you for writing such a wonderful REAL series! You are now added to my list of favs!!!!
Ty Ty was emotional wounded since he was 10, Em since she was 5 or 6. He promised he'd find her, what a wild crazy ride when they reconnected. Spontaneous marriage, accusations, tears, hurt feelings, trauma, murder, abuse, thot lovemaking scenes, new relationships and friendships, this novel had it all and touched on so many true life issues within families abd friends but in the end I believe they healed one another and got their HEA and miracle. Loved it now Wynter and Rico must get a story Jessica A! This series has been full of emotional ups abd downs. Thank you for writing such a wonderful REAL series! You are now added to my list of favs!!!!
August 7, 2026
TYREE JOHNSON!!!
I love me some Tyree! Him and Reemie are like yon and yang but Tyree had some heavy baggage he was carrying.
Emiko was perfect for him. She seemed to be this sweet, naive girl but she had her moments. She can’t fight but that’s ok. Ty Ty can fight for her.
This book was soooo good! I knew I was gonna be a ball of tears, laughing like a hyena and turning pages to get to the end because Jessica got me hooked! I do not know what I’m gonna do when this series is over! Maybe re-read it a million times 😝
I love me some Tyree! Him and Reemie are like yon and yang but Tyree had some heavy baggage he was carrying.
Emiko was perfect for him. She seemed to be this sweet, naive girl but she had her moments. She can’t fight but that’s ok. Ty Ty can fight for her.
This book was soooo good! I knew I was gonna be a ball of tears, laughing like a hyena and turning pages to get to the end because Jessica got me hooked! I do not know what I’m gonna do when this series is over! Maybe re-read it a million times 😝
October 5, 2025
Ty 💚 Miko
I couldn’t get enough of this story. This one was so sweet and light hearted. Ty is the funniest 🥷🏾 in Foe Dub and I loved Emiko’s spunk and personality. 🥰💚 the gang is growing up and I love how Jessica has shaped this series and the care and intention that goes into crafting these men. 🥹 everything is indeed, kismet! Can’t wait to see what’s next …. Heard it’s gone be a cold WYNTER ❄️👀
I couldn’t get enough of this story. This one was so sweet and light hearted. Ty is the funniest 🥷🏾 in Foe Dub and I loved Emiko’s spunk and personality. 🥰💚 the gang is growing up and I love how Jessica has shaped this series and the care and intention that goes into crafting these men. 🥹 everything is indeed, kismet! Can’t wait to see what’s next …. Heard it’s gone be a cold WYNTER ❄️👀
October 5, 2025
Ty is me and I am Ty
When they say you can’t turn a heaux into a housewife they were not talking about Ty. Miko did not play about the promises made to her and her respect. Ty fought for his life this entire book. Miko friend group was chef’s kiss. I love a lil hood bit and Dayeli gave me all the hood I needed. Also if Kenton was a real place I would absolutely relocate there I wanna go to hood day for all three sides…. Cookie crumbs were appropriately placed.
When they say you can’t turn a heaux into a housewife they were not talking about Ty. Miko did not play about the promises made to her and her respect. Ty fought for his life this entire book. Miko friend group was chef’s kiss. I love a lil hood bit and Dayeli gave me all the hood I needed. Also if Kenton was a real place I would absolutely relocate there I wanna go to hood day for all three sides…. Cookie crumbs were appropriately placed.
October 1, 2026
Ty’s story was amazing!
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️|🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️ (the spiciest so far in the series)
Awww man this was better than I even expected and I just know the next two books are about to be straight fire!
Ty characters had a little more depth than what I expected. I also loved Emiko’s free-spirited character a lot. I’m so happy the family got the much-needed healing they deserved. Side note but I hope Nai and Milli gets a second chance story.
I would recommend this one for sure! 💖
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️|🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️ (the spiciest so far in the series)
Awww man this was better than I even expected and I just know the next two books are about to be straight fire!
Ty characters had a little more depth than what I expected. I also loved Emiko’s free-spirited character a lot. I’m so happy the family got the much-needed healing they deserved. Side note but I hope Nai and Milli gets a second chance story.
I would recommend this one for sure! 💖
October 5, 2026
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Each book I fall more in love with these characters. Just when I thought I was endeared to Turk, Ty takes his place.
While I enjoyed the story of Ty and Meek coming together. My favorite was the healing of Ty and Rone’s relationship. This has to be one of my favorite found family series.
Can’t wait to read more about Snow and Rico. But I’m not ready for this series to end. Surely we can learn more about the Pueblo family.
Each book I fall more in love with these characters. Just when I thought I was endeared to Turk, Ty takes his place.
While I enjoyed the story of Ty and Meek coming together. My favorite was the healing of Ty and Rone’s relationship. This has to be one of my favorite found family series.
Can’t wait to read more about Snow and Rico. But I’m not ready for this series to end. Surely we can learn more about the Pueblo family.
October 12, 2025
This was good continuation of the series. The connection between Ty and Emiko was so well done, Their “kismet" bond felt believable and emotional. I loved how the story had real depth, especially with the way it wove together the past and present. Seeing how everything from their history impacted who they are now made the whole story feel richer. Ty was definitely a standout for me, he was hilarious, and his dynamic with his dad felt super authentic and real. There was some drama and a few issues between the characters, but I liked how they approached those problems together, as a team. It made their relationship feel more grounded. I did find some parts a bit repetitive, and I have to admit I was a little annoyed by Emiko at times. Still, that didn’t take away too much from the overall story.
April 24, 2026
Kismet
After book 5 I thought the next would be about Wynter & Rico but now I know they’re coming! Ty and Em’s story was engaging from the beginning to the end. I love how they met, how they grew while apart, and how they reconnected in adulthood! All the cameo appearances were a bonus!
After book 5 I thought the next would be about Wynter & Rico but now I know they’re coming! Ty and Em’s story was engaging from the beginning to the end. I love how they met, how they grew while apart, and how they reconnected in adulthood! All the cameo appearances were a bonus!
August 14, 2026
This was not a bad book but it didn’t really do anything for me. To me the MMC was a cry baby. He was very in tune with his emotions (somewhat) and had no issue being vulnerable with his people. This was a spin on second chance romance. You do get hints about what could come with Rico & Wynter’s story and because of that I would highly encourage for this book to not be skipped.
October 5, 2025
Ty-Ty and Em
Ty didn’t have it easy but even when his life was the hardest he felt the need to protect Emily. I have loved every book in this series. And can’t wait to see what is next to come!
Ty didn’t have it easy but even when his life was the hardest he felt the need to protect Emily. I have loved every book in this series. And can’t wait to see what is next to come!
October 12, 2025
I could never get enough
Each of the characters are so developed I want to know everyone’s story! I thought Set was gon be my South Kenton bae… BUT. Six books in and I keep wanting RICO. I cannot wait for more!
Each of the characters are so developed I want to know everyone’s story! I thought Set was gon be my South Kenton bae… BUT. Six books in and I keep wanting RICO. I cannot wait for more!
September 11, 2026
Ty-Ty
This was the cutest story even with the ruggedness it was so cute.. Ty really is a whole fool had me cracking up the entire book and swooning at the same time.. Loved every bit of it too
This was the cutest story even with the ruggedness it was so cute.. Ty really is a whole fool had me cracking up the entire book and swooning at the same time.. Loved every bit of it too
September 30, 2026
Ty and Miko
Pieces are falling into place. It's so crazy with the Foe Dub growing up and becoming family men. Ty and Miko didn't do it for me but I loved seeing things from their point of view.
Pieces are falling into place. It's so crazy with the Foe Dub growing up and becoming family men. Ty and Miko didn't do it for me but I loved seeing things from their point of view.
November 7, 2025
Loved
I loved everything about this series! I fell in love with all the Mc’s! The author is new to me but I look forward to what’s next from her!
I loved everything about this series! I fell in love with all the Mc’s! The author is new to me but I look forward to what’s next from her!
July 11, 2026
Honestly I’m still stuck on the beginning at that clinic
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