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Love and risk go hand in hand. Most relationships can be risky, and Ashanni Henderson finds that out the hard way. She’s smart, kind, and family oriented, but she’s also no nonsense, quick tempered, and has a slightly reckless mouth. She quickly dismisses things that don’t align with her thought process or what she believes in. However, the man that gives her butterflies will require plenty of risk and an open mind, since his past is still in his present.

Asad Anderson just wants to raise a family in love and peace. When things don’t work out with the mother of his son, he sets his sights on Ashanni Henderson. He’s always thought she was attractive. Despite the eight-year age gap, he chooses to pursue her. When he does, all hell breaks loose with his child’s mother because of her jealous tendencies concerning Ashanni. That doesn’t deter him, despite Ashanni’s resistance.

The risk is great, especially for Ashanni, but the attraction and chemistry are looming over them, begging for a chance to flourish. Asad’s drama gives Ashanni pause, but she has to make the decision whether Asad is worth the drama that could possibly come her way. Asad is sure of what he wants and will rest at nothing to get it. Will Ashanni adopt the same attitude, or will she resist the man that could be her forever due to no fault of his own?

214 pages, Kindle Edition

Published October 17, 2025

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Monica Walters

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Starting with poetry, writing has always been a constant in Monica's life. The interest began in her teenage years, being in love for the first time. Her love for writing has only progressed. Song lyrics and poetry led to short stories, then one day in her down time, a short story became a 56k word novel. It has been non-stop since then. Being a wife and mother, has only added to the joys of Monica's life. Attaining a BS in Sociology, helping her better understand people and their behaviors, has only helped her become a better writer, understanding characters and their complex personalities. Romance of all types has been her passion, and she plans to continue honing her skills in that genre.

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2,624 reviews107 followers
October 21, 2025
Whew... Miss Monica, you did not come to play huh? Who knew Ashanni was "that" girl and was "outside"!! 😂 Hey sis, you are young and single, do you! Asad didn't care about any of the rumors he heard about Ashanni, he just wanted her! This man was more than patient, and persistent in his pursuit of her love. I understood Ashanni's hesitancy, but ma'am you almost let that man get away, trying to control everything. 😤 Now was Mila an annoying pain in the ass, yes! But not at the cost of your man boo! I loved how they were both all in once Ashanni got her mind right. All that talking she does about her parents getting it in all the time, and she the same damn way! 😜😂

Maui, girl.... what are you doing? I hope this man is worth all the chaos you've caused with your family! 👀 I never thought I would see Storm down bad. This situation with his baby girl, had him going through it, and I didn't know how to feel. 🥹 SS! He may have surpassed his daddy with the hotheadedness, cause sir, what are you doing? Protecting your sister is one thing, but you trying to start a war, and get yourself hurt in the process! 🤬 I hope they can talk him down, as I feel like he is going to poke the bear for that third strike! Mythic and Maui's read will be one for the books. Can't wait. 👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿
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1,689 reviews12 followers
October 18, 2025
Asad and Shani, Love By Chance

What a beautifully written book!!!…This book evokes all the emotions and to see the softer side of Uncle Mayor was definitely a turn!!!…Storm did what any parent would do to try and prevent your child from falling, but realizing that sometimes, they have to fall and you just be there to help them up!!!…
I love that Legend and Storm could come together to keep the peace in the families because they were all intermingled!!!…
Maui stressed me out so badly and I truly need to know what is it about Mythic that has her in a chokehold where she will turn her back on her whole family!!!…
SS needs to relax though, because he is that storm that the family does not need right now!!!…
This book showed the growth and maturity of the children of the Henderson Family!!!…I’m so happy for Shani and Asad!!!…Asad showed the patience of a saint while waiting on Shani to make up her mind to be with him!!!…I understood where she was coming from and I was happy that she was open to loving the man that she knew made her heart smile!!!…
When I tell you Jasper and Chas had me in stitches!!!…
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1,499 reviews22 followers
December 4, 2025
GREAT READ

Its never a dull moment with the Henderson family where you are not fully entertained and invested in the storyline. The next generation of the Hendersons are grown up and experiencing their own share of drama. The attraction between Ashanni and Asad is undeniable and off the charts. Despite the drama with Mila, I loved how they didn't allow her to come between them. Now Maui and Mythic is another story that I just have to read because I need to know what is going on with Ms Maui.
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October 17, 2025
Great read

Once again ms. Walters ,great read the i love the Henderson, your writing it is amazing if like I'm right there see all that going on i n big city Nome, I really enjoyed the story line, can't wait for the next Henderson saga.
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637 reviews58 followers
October 31, 2025
3.5 🌟drama !!!! I loved the loyalty of this family - protect and love at all costs
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643 reviews16 followers
October 16, 2025
Asad is by far one of the most persistent and intentional male characters I’ve read this year. We got to see a little of his persistence in previous books but to experience it first hand was next level. He was everything I didn’t know I needed! Ashanni was not what I expected but knowing who her father is I wasn’t surprised. She was the perfect blend of her parents and…well she‘s a Henderson🤦🏾‍♀️ so I knew my girl could be hell if needed. These two were a vibe for real, their balance and chemistry made for a great story.

This book was exceptional, in true Monica Walters fashion she gave us an intricate storyline surrounding Shani and Asad while also intertwining and looping in other characters and situations. I was on the edge of my seat for most of this book because the plot twists and oooop moments were hitting!!! The Hendersons are still doing what they do best… causing havoc while just simply breathing 😆 Ashanni and Asad had some ups and downs that would’ve broken a weaker couple but they pushed through with their families and friends at their backs.

After experiencing the fallouts and shenanigans coming our way I can’t wait for the next book. This saga gets better and better with every release. Monica Walters has now given us 26 books from this family and she gives us perfection every time! Now…. bring on more Henderson goodness!
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25 reviews2 followers
October 19, 2025
Ashanni is that girl!

Whew! What can I say? Monica has done it again! Ashanni was hesitant to be with Asad because of her history with his ex, Mila. with everything going on with the family, she didn’t want the added drama or the risk of going to jail behind her. Asad was that dude, too! He was a grown man willing to wait for what he wanted. Just when all hope seemed to be gone, he got his girl. The thought of him walking away was too much for Shani to handle. Mila gave them hell along the way, but I’m glad they stuck it out. The love she had for Jay and his for her was also beautiful to see. For a three–year–old, he peeped everything and understood what was going on. The growth Ashanni showed within such a short time was inspiring. Her parents played a big part in that. Their wisdom helped her to allow Asad to handle his affairs as a man and to trust him to do so. When she relinquished that need to control things, their relationship was smooth. Maui. I hate this for baby girl and Uncle Mayor. I hated to see him like that. I can’t wait to see what happens next. Mythic got my girl down bad! He better get it together and prove the family wrong.
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155 reviews3 followers
October 31, 2025
I’m All In Na

I opened this book because I wanted it to be next. When I saw it was book 26, I almost closed it. I’m not going to know these characters. Monica gave a family tree and an author’s not in the beginning.That kind of helped but she let this flow where you could follow this and have some background. Sure as the sun rises, I need to see more of Maui and Myth cause that girl gone. Her response text to Ashanni made me tear. It’s got to be more than that gold-chip or gold-tip, thang.
Saadiq was not about to give up and even I felt she had too many chances, because I’m a big Chasity and don’t play games. It worked out. Let me tell you, I can take some Jasper Henderson 25/8 because that man says whatever. I enjoyed this and now have to catchup on the previous books. This family is something else and large as heck. But most of all entertaining. SS and Myth better get it together before Brian step up and get Maui. She’s gotta be tired of being in the middle of things.
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2,265 reviews12 followers
November 5, 2025
Who’s Who⁉️…

Roll call 📋please on a few blast from the past (around 2022/23😮‍💨)….Watchful Eyes (crew), The Berotte The Henderson hoodlums, crew, spouses, fiancés, boyfriends & associates are ALL present and accounted for in Big City Nome TX 😮‍💨🤩🤭‼️Nevertheless, it’s always a pleasure to receive updates on familiar Henderson characters, family members & newer or former underdeveloped storylines. There’s never a dull moment with these Henderson’s‼️ “Lost in You” (The Henderson Family Saga - Book 26)” was no exception. However, this family is so large, I can no longer recall all of the second generation of Henderson let alone all of their children without referring to the family flow chart 🤭🤷🏾‍♀️🤦🏾‍♀️‼️Meanwhile, I’m frustrated because we (meaning “I”) don’t know & or remember Ashanni 🥴. Anymore I’m reading these installments like standalones unless the particular character (s) was unforgettable. IE: Bali & Noni’. Otherwise, I’ll send the great majority the book trying to decipher “who’s who”. Oh, the joys & pains of AARP elite cane carrier membership personified 🤭🧐‼️
9 reviews
October 19, 2025
cute story

Another good story in the Henderson saga but if I’m being honest it wasn’t my favorite and that may be due to the next on being a little more drama filled. I liked the minimal drama but it just felt repetitive which is most so my issue. My favorite thing about Monica’s books is that I can experience multiple emotions throughout but mostly the comedy that’s laced throughout and I was missing that…maybe it was too serious, I’m not sure. Anyway, Asad and Ashanni was cute and I loved that they didn’t do a lot of back and forth but that they had the right amount of apprehension when establishing a new relationship.

Now the Maui situation was/is a mess and definitely seems like it came out of left field. I’m
Interested in seeing where that situation goes, hopefully it doesn’t go too left and Maui can find her way whatever that looks like.

Hopefully, it won’t take us too long to find out! 😉
1,241 reviews10 followers
October 24, 2025
Loved It

Baaaaabbbbbyyyyyyyy, someone help Maui, please! Baby girl has lost her mind, but she's grown and has to find her known way! Once a parent always a parent regardless of your child's age, so I understood Storm, but as Master said she's an adult and going with a that joker on her own. SS need to sit down somewhere, though he want to protect his sister, Maui is not his child! getting back to Shani and Asad, so happy for them, their parents were very good examples for both of them! Mila whelp I'm not sad about her, she was bordered help, Mila was just lost and the things she was doing was crazy! Jayceon resilient little boy, kids know things just by seeing grown folks actions!
I can't wait for the next book,with Mila and that joker( he has to be nameless for me) he's no longer who Maui thought he could be in my opinion, he knew Maui liked him and took advantage, plain and simple!
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238 reviews3 followers
October 20, 2025
it was intense, jealousy, tragic, tough decisions, and tough love exhibited all needed to get the end results. And, I definitely enjoyed reading Asad and Ashanni's story. But, I was wondering which direction the author was gonna take this story.
With Asad, when you know you know and can't, nobody tell you any different. My man stayed the course to get with his soulmate.
Let me not forget Jayceon, who was too cute and smart for his age. I loved that little boy, and he loved some mommy Shanni.

l liked that Shanni took her time to decide if Asad was worth the heartache, trouble, and fight. She found out her answer after the graduation of the twins. You gotta let a man be a man and handle things the legal way. It was the best advice her dad could have given her.

Can't wait to read the next Henderson family member's story.
15 reviews
October 18, 2025
Love Never Fails

I am a Henderson fan for life. Monica is such a brilliant author, and she did not fail delivering the story of Ashanni and Asad. Monica gave laughter, tons of tears, and suspense in this novel. As always I am here for it. While I felt that Mila reaped all she sowed. I have to admit that I still felt conflicted after learning about Mila's story. I was sad for her and Jayceon losing his biological mom. All in all Ashanti and Asad endured some trials, but their reward was far greater. I can't wait for Maui's story. I know it will be a tear jerker. One thing the Henderson's will never compromise is their love for the family. That for me is everything. Love never fails.
1,111 reviews8 followers
October 21, 2025
Lost in you

This was a good story and I liked Ashanni and Asad together. I thought she would stress me out with pushing him away, but that only lasted for so long and she realized she couldn’t live without him. I appreciated Asad’s grown man approach to his baby mama drama and I loved that Ashanni listened to her parents’ advice and allowed Asad to handle the situation with Mila the legal way.

While this story was supposed to be about Ashanni and Asad’s love story, I did feel Maui’s drama overshadowed their love story at times, but Maui’s drama definitely has me ready for her story because there just has to be another reason why she can’t leave Mythic alone. Maui is given doodoo head dummy at this point and I need to see how it all works out for her.

3.75/5 stars
1,221 reviews4 followers
October 18, 2025
Absolutely Amazing Read

This book started off exciting with Ashanni and Asad's first encounter. Her putting him on ice for a year didn't deter his chase to have her. Mila making their lives miserable was bringing out the worst in Ashanni. Asad wasn't willing to allow Mila to harm anyone that he loved. Watchful Eyes stays in Henderson family drama. Maui has allowed Mythic to cloud every ounce of dignity that she once had. There will have to be something bad between the families for her to wake up or SS to let it go. Shanni lost Maui but gained Asad and Jayceon. Awesome job, Monica! I can't wait to see who's next in the family!
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1,326 reviews73 followers
November 9, 2025
The drama…

This was good, but the drama with Maui and Mythic definitely overshadowed Asad and Ashanni’s story. I am happy that they were able to resolve the issue with Asad’s baby mama, albeit tragically, but that drama and the threat to Ashanni’s life lost most of its urgency because we were all wondering what was happening with Māui and why her brothers and cousins wouldn’t let her make her own mistakes.

I was sympathetic to Maui even if it turns out she was making unwise decisions and I can’t wait for her book.
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224 reviews
October 17, 2025
Baby!!! Emotional Damage.

Shanni & Asad were all that and then some the sexy and maturity of Asad with his grown man sense of purpose and how he treated and waited on her and took care of her and the love and care he took of his son and how he handled his business!! This was sexy & funny and had so much drama the way they loved on and cared for each other was beautiful to watch unfold! I loved this story and them Henderson's continue to be awesome.
36 reviews
October 20, 2025
Just Fabulous

I was glad to visit my family again in Big City Nome, Texas. Ashanni and Asad were so beautiful together. Their love withstood a lot of trials and tribulations, however, their love prevailed. This book was so good. You never disappoint with the Henderson's and returning to Nome. I can't wait for the next Henderson boom in the series. I've fallen in love with all of the Henderson's, and everyone e of them need their own book please.
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230 reviews2 followers
October 26, 2025
Awesome

This story had me glued to this book. The craziness between Shanna, Assad and Mika was crazy but Maui. I never would guess mild manner Maui with Mystic, and to go against family wow. I’m glad you covered mental illness. It’s so scary and sad in today’s society. Everyone wants to turn a blind eye to this illness.
Great read. I love it. I can’t wait to see how you write Maui and Mystic story.
333 reviews
October 30, 2025
Ashanni and Asad

Monica you did it again!! The Hendersons series will never disappoint. Asad and Ashanni have an undeniable but there is one person standing in their way. Mila who is the mother of Asad's son will stop at nothing to keep them apart. They do what's necessary do find love and happiness together. Patiently waiting for the next book in this series so I can pick up on this drama where it leaves off.
1,736 reviews7 followers
November 5, 2025
I love the Henderson family ♥️

Mrs. Walters has done it again. It's always a pleasure reading her books. Goodness knows I love the Henderson family. Assad and Ashanni's relationship was made difficult because of their hater. Although they tried to avoid the drama and walk away from each other, the heart wants what the heart wants. I always love catching up with the Henderson family.

P.S. I'm anxiously waiting for the next book!
6 reviews
November 6, 2025
She has done it again!

Reading first about the Berotte's then the Henderson's. I had to look up Big City Nome, the Beaumont Texas to see if they exist. Man I feel like I live in China or Cheek, so that I can peep the comings and going of these people without them knowing. This one here made me wanna beat the living hell out of SS. For stirring up mess that he can't control. Keep putting pen to paper Ms. Walters, because you have the gift!!!!!!
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65 reviews
October 17, 2025
Never disappoints

Ashanni is forever that girl. With Jasper and Chas being her parents you had to expect it. This was a well written story of perseverance and beating all the odds. Monica Walter’s story telling with this family is always magical. The humor is by far my favorite especially while finding love.
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41 reviews
October 19, 2025
Lost In Love

The author has done it again. I love a good Henderson book and this did not disappoint. Asad and Shani were a match made for one another but like most of us, we let fear of the unknown get in the way. Mila was determined to break them up but failed miserably losing her son and life in the end.

Amazing job!!
51 reviews
October 19, 2025
Chilllllld

Gulllllll. Ain't nobody gonna tell me these ain't real people and you just changed some names. And you are one of the people too heffa. Can I just spend a week there, I can stay with one of yall. I had to quit reading another book when I got the alert. Now I'm waiting on my other book niece Maui to get it together because Ashanni is just like her mammy and daddy.
959 reviews5 followers
October 20, 2025
🥰🥰🥰🥰

Omg this story had me in my feelings 🥲😍😂🤗🤭☺️😘🥵😮❤️❤️❤️the Henderson series is off the chain simply amazing loved it from beginning to end i truly loved ashanni characters her boldness and went for what she wanted it i was on edge .the weddingscene.....yesss cant wait the next one ...one of my favorite yessss 😍😍😍 loved it
18 reviews
October 20, 2025
You’ve Done it Again!

This book this book this book!!!!! I’ve always loved The Henderson’s but never did I think sweet Maui would have everything in an uproar! Whew can’t wait for the next one and I am on pins and needles trying to get my mind right for what’s to come!! Big City Nome has brought all the drama!!
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163 reviews
October 20, 2025
So so

I usually like all things Henderson, but in this book the were doing to much and getting on my nerves. As I'm writing this review I'm having a hard time remembering the characters this book was supposed to be about. It seems like most of the book was setting the stage for Maui and Mystic to have a story and not as focused on the actual main characters.
11 reviews
October 21, 2025
My favs are back!!

I am always so excited to see when another book about the Henderson's come out. This was no different. I am terrified of what's to come😑. What I also need is some more of the Berottes!! I was happy to read Ali and the guys make an appearance. I really hope the families stories continue to intertwine and the family grows. I got forever.
318 reviews2 followers
October 22, 2025
Lost Without You

The Henderson's have done it again. OMG!!! This book is good from beginning to end. Asad knew Ashanni was the one from the beginning. Baby mama Mila is crazy. I loved how Ashanni loved Asad son Jayceson from the beginning. This book had a lot of emotions in it and I can't wait for the next Henderson book.
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