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Stoplight
A forbidden romance about two married women who decide to teeter the line of temptation...
I was married...
I was devoted to my husband...
But I was also lonely...
I knew I shouldn't have crossed that line but I couldn't help it. He was sinfully tempting but off-limits. My husband would be disappointed but he also had his secrets too. I should know because I'd been keeping them for the last two decades...
-Irish
I was wrong...
And I was selfish...
Still, I knew what needed to be done...
I'd finally made the decision. He would be saddened but I didn't care. I wanted the man who made me happy. Things were set in place. I'd ultimately gained the courage to leave my old life behind until that call came and altered my life...
-Cali
Please note this is the first installment in The Stoplight Series.
I was married...
I was devoted to my husband...
But I was also lonely...
I knew I shouldn't have crossed that line but I couldn't help it. He was sinfully tempting but off-limits. My husband would be disappointed but he also had his secrets too. I should know because I'd been keeping them for the last two decades...
-Irish
I was wrong...
And I was selfish...
Still, I knew what needed to be done...
I'd finally made the decision. He would be saddened but I didn't care. I wanted the man who made me happy. Things were set in place. I'd ultimately gained the courage to leave my old life behind until that call came and altered my life...
-Cali
Please note this is the first installment in The Stoplight Series.
327 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 21, 2025
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November 21, 2025
It’s time we had a serious conversation about the literary menace, which is Charae Lewis. My girl consistently drops mind blowing storylines, tackling unique themes, and making it relevant to the current times. However, with Stoplight, VIOLENCE was the answer. I wasn’t done with the first chapter when I thought, “this is what we are doing?” I cannot lie, by the time I finished the first chapter, I had to stop because I truly couldn’t believe my eyes. And let me just say, that was just the tip of the iceberg because the twists continued throughout the story.
In Stoplight, there are two compelling and complex love-triangles happening on page: Irish, Noble, and Jovanis and Cali, Rio, and Braye. I know, I know, six characters but trust me, by the end you will know every character and will be so invested in the different dynamics.
I found myself especially invested in Irish and Noble’s relationship because it was forbidden and questioned their loyalty. Buuuut listen, Daddy Noble, the head of The Legacy Mafia was worth every risk, and I too would have been stuck to him like a moth to a flame. I understood Irish’s confliction because she felt pressured to protect Jovanis, but like Cookie, “I gotta put me first, Lucious!” Personally, I WOULD NEVER! But for entertainment purposes, I understand and I appreciate Charae for tackling such a sensitive topic. I think in a twisted way, Jovanis was selfish and if he genuinely loved Irish like he claimed, he would let her live her life. But I digress.
On the flipside, Cali had me 38-HOT! Rio was a darn good man and did not deserve an iota of the things he endured. Their marriage was the product of an arrangement, so it made sense for Cali to feel a certain kind of way. Like the old folks say, “the grass isn’t always greener” and if that wasn’t the truth! Braye said all the right things to Cali, but the man was crazy, and truthfully, he had his reasons. Cali sold that man a dream for years! The guilt was eating Cali up, and I was yelling at my phone, “as it should!!”
I genuinely enjoyed this book! The uniqueness, the topics discussed, strong plot, character development, and the symbolism of the Stoplight – which to me, meant, being in a constant state of being in a gray area – there’s never the right time to press that gas and go, slow down, or hard stop. Please: READ THIS BOOK!
*ARC Review
In Stoplight, there are two compelling and complex love-triangles happening on page: Irish, Noble, and Jovanis and Cali, Rio, and Braye. I know, I know, six characters but trust me, by the end you will know every character and will be so invested in the different dynamics.
I found myself especially invested in Irish and Noble’s relationship because it was forbidden and questioned their loyalty. Buuuut listen, Daddy Noble, the head of The Legacy Mafia was worth every risk, and I too would have been stuck to him like a moth to a flame. I understood Irish’s confliction because she felt pressured to protect Jovanis, but like Cookie, “I gotta put me first, Lucious!” Personally, I WOULD NEVER! But for entertainment purposes, I understand and I appreciate Charae for tackling such a sensitive topic. I think in a twisted way, Jovanis was selfish and if he genuinely loved Irish like he claimed, he would let her live her life. But I digress.
On the flipside, Cali had me 38-HOT! Rio was a darn good man and did not deserve an iota of the things he endured. Their marriage was the product of an arrangement, so it made sense for Cali to feel a certain kind of way. Like the old folks say, “the grass isn’t always greener” and if that wasn’t the truth! Braye said all the right things to Cali, but the man was crazy, and truthfully, he had his reasons. Cali sold that man a dream for years! The guilt was eating Cali up, and I was yelling at my phone, “as it should!!”
I genuinely enjoyed this book! The uniqueness, the topics discussed, strong plot, character development, and the symbolism of the Stoplight – which to me, meant, being in a constant state of being in a gray area – there’s never the right time to press that gas and go, slow down, or hard stop. Please: READ THIS BOOK!
*ARC Review
December 22, 2025
The story was very good.
November 23, 2025
The Cliff?!? 4.5🌟
Well, this is definitely a spin-off of the Mob Love Series, and we start with two known characters in Noble (head of The Legacy Mafia TLM) and Calia, who is the heroine's sister. Both characters were in a mess then and are still in one now. Calia is currently trying to find her way through an arranged marriage to Rio and a lover in Braye. Noble finds everything about Irish amazing but she’s married to Jovanis. These two love stories were a ride, and let me tell you this isn’t the end, and there is definitely a part 2! Charae wrote these characters so well that, at one point, you are rooting for every one of them. I will say Calis is the dumbest character at the moment, and I’m praying she gets it together before it's too late! Overall, great read, and I’m ready for the next book ASAP!!
Also, sidenote, cheating is my least favorite trope, so me reading this and being locked in says everything! Lol
Well, this is definitely a spin-off of the Mob Love Series, and we start with two known characters in Noble (head of The Legacy Mafia TLM) and Calia, who is the heroine's sister. Both characters were in a mess then and are still in one now. Calia is currently trying to find her way through an arranged marriage to Rio and a lover in Braye. Noble finds everything about Irish amazing but she’s married to Jovanis. These two love stories were a ride, and let me tell you this isn’t the end, and there is definitely a part 2! Charae wrote these characters so well that, at one point, you are rooting for every one of them. I will say Calis is the dumbest character at the moment, and I’m praying she gets it together before it's too late! Overall, great read, and I’m ready for the next book ASAP!!
Also, sidenote, cheating is my least favorite trope, so me reading this and being locked in says everything! Lol
November 26, 2025
Oh What A Tangled Web We Weave
Stoplight is a very interesting and beautiful story. It follows two couples who have deception in common. Cali was forced to marry Rio and has been resentful, but resentment blooms into love after an accident occurs. Irish has loved to please others her whole life, which backfires when her life as her best friend's beard imploded.
Charae is very good at creating layered stories. I had an easier time reading without judgment in this book, because no one was more wrong than anyone else. Every character is acting out of deceit, and the story is deliciously messy. I felt bad for every character ( the main ones, anyway) because there are times when life makes us feel like we have no options. This story is a great reminder that we are always in co trol of our lives and out fates.
Stoplight is a very interesting and beautiful story. It follows two couples who have deception in common. Cali was forced to marry Rio and has been resentful, but resentment blooms into love after an accident occurs. Irish has loved to please others her whole life, which backfires when her life as her best friend's beard imploded.
Charae is very good at creating layered stories. I had an easier time reading without judgment in this book, because no one was more wrong than anyone else. Every character is acting out of deceit, and the story is deliciously messy. I felt bad for every character ( the main ones, anyway) because there are times when life makes us feel like we have no options. This story is a great reminder that we are always in co trol of our lives and out fates.
November 27, 2025
here come Charae
Messing up people holiday spirit. I need therapy after reading this. Not one single thing I thought was going to happen happened the way I predicted.
Messing up people holiday spirit. I need therapy after reading this. Not one single thing I thought was going to happen happened the way I predicted.
November 22, 2025
Charae never disappoints!
This book was so good! I love me some Noble. Jovanis let’s be real here, you’ve been living your life, while Irish was being denied of her’s. I get messing with Noble was wrong because y’all are in the same organization, but she deserves love too and so what if it’s Noble. Irish is truly a great best friend to Jovanis. Irish and Noble are meant to be together, their love and connection is so strong! Now Cali baby, why would you do Rio like that, when he’s been nothing but a good husband to you! Now you are on the verge of losing everything, because you didn’t want to learn how to love your husband from the beginning. Braye is mental and I knew that he was the cause of Rio accident! But it’s not all on him, Cali did promise to leave her husband for him! Chile what a world WEND! Part 2 me please! Bomb job Charae❤️.
This book was so good! I love me some Noble. Jovanis let’s be real here, you’ve been living your life, while Irish was being denied of her’s. I get messing with Noble was wrong because y’all are in the same organization, but she deserves love too and so what if it’s Noble. Irish is truly a great best friend to Jovanis. Irish and Noble are meant to be together, their love and connection is so strong! Now Cali baby, why would you do Rio like that, when he’s been nothing but a good husband to you! Now you are on the verge of losing everything, because you didn’t want to learn how to love your husband from the beginning. Braye is mental and I knew that he was the cause of Rio accident! But it’s not all on him, Cali did promise to leave her husband for him! Chile what a world WEND! Part 2 me please! Bomb job Charae❤️.
November 24, 2025
You know what I do not like? A cliffhanger.
And you know how this ends?
Yep… a cliffhanger. 😩
Was the story good? Hell yeah, which makes me even more upset because how come you do me like this, Charae?! I was locked in, enjoying myself, and then BOOM… lights out, see you next book.
Irish deserves to be selfish. Noble, it is okay not to be so noble.
That’s the review… at least until I get the next part.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (4/5)
November 23, 2025
Just ok
This book was boring. I found myself skimming alot of this book. I have no idea how Irish and Noble were in love. There was absolutely no chemistry. I also feel like this was the middle of a book and not the beginning. I wanted more back story on the main couples. Cali and Jovanis were so selfish. Didn't care for either of them. I know this was the first of a series but I didn't expect it to end in a cliffhanger. Not sure if ill read the next book. I've ready every book written by this author but for me the last 3 or 4 have been not so good.
This book was boring. I found myself skimming alot of this book. I have no idea how Irish and Noble were in love. There was absolutely no chemistry. I also feel like this was the middle of a book and not the beginning. I wanted more back story on the main couples. Cali and Jovanis were so selfish. Didn't care for either of them. I know this was the first of a series but I didn't expect it to end in a cliffhanger. Not sure if ill read the next book. I've ready every book written by this author but for me the last 3 or 4 have been not so good.
December 19, 2025
🚦
If Charae writes it, I’m reading it 🤷🏾♀️.
Jovanis and Cali pissed me off the most. They were so selfish, making decisions that affected everybody but only thinking about themselves.
I really want to see more of Rio. He’s really a good man and deserves better.
Irish was really a good friend. She sacrificed her own happiness to satisfy Jovanis. She showed loyalty, patience, and selflessness that honestly wasn’t always deserved. She deserves to be happy.
As for Noble… I like him, I really do, but what he was doing was disrespectful. At the same time, I can’t even lie I understood where he was coming from 😩 and that made it hard to fully be mad at him. He was stuck between feelings and choices, and that internal battle is real.
This book really highlights how timing, choices, and lack of communication can mess things up fast. I had plenty of side eye moments, but I also appreciated how raw and realistic the story was. Everybody was flawed, emotions were high, and the lessons were there if you paid attention.
Overall, this was a good read that made me reflect while still being entertaining. If you like relationship centered stories with real life decisions, flawed characters, and lessons sprinkled throughout, this one is worth picking up. I need part two ASAP.
If Charae writes it, I’m reading it 🤷🏾♀️.
Jovanis and Cali pissed me off the most. They were so selfish, making decisions that affected everybody but only thinking about themselves.
I really want to see more of Rio. He’s really a good man and deserves better.
Irish was really a good friend. She sacrificed her own happiness to satisfy Jovanis. She showed loyalty, patience, and selflessness that honestly wasn’t always deserved. She deserves to be happy.
As for Noble… I like him, I really do, but what he was doing was disrespectful. At the same time, I can’t even lie I understood where he was coming from 😩 and that made it hard to fully be mad at him. He was stuck between feelings and choices, and that internal battle is real.
This book really highlights how timing, choices, and lack of communication can mess things up fast. I had plenty of side eye moments, but I also appreciated how raw and realistic the story was. Everybody was flawed, emotions were high, and the lessons were there if you paid attention.
Overall, this was a good read that made me reflect while still being entertaining. If you like relationship centered stories with real life decisions, flawed characters, and lessons sprinkled throughout, this one is worth picking up. I need part two ASAP.
December 12, 2025
Part two please
Charade
I’m definitely a book fan of your work.. This is definitely a page turner. Stoplight everything is stopping at the red light for sure. The two young ladies, Cali Cheated on her husband now she have to face the consequences for her actions. Cali and Irish , noble , Jovani made some risky choices with their life The only innocent party in the story is Rio. He loves Cali a husband Did everything right. living a pretended life Irish Married her husband abnormal out of convenience of an insecurity Abandonment issues. Irish. Fell in love. With Noble the leader of TMG.. Iris husband, Jovani Love her Security it keeps him from Owning up to what he really is “A Fairy “ I love the same sex. He’s scared to come out the closet. But he also is stopping his pretended wife from moving on with her life . The stories about people with abandonment issues ,selfishness and control. They have a clue what love really is until the explore the possibility. Can’t wait for part two.
Charade
I’m definitely a book fan of your work.. This is definitely a page turner. Stoplight everything is stopping at the red light for sure. The two young ladies, Cali Cheated on her husband now she have to face the consequences for her actions. Cali and Irish , noble , Jovani made some risky choices with their life The only innocent party in the story is Rio. He loves Cali a husband Did everything right. living a pretended life Irish Married her husband abnormal out of convenience of an insecurity Abandonment issues. Irish. Fell in love. With Noble the leader of TMG.. Iris husband, Jovani Love her Security it keeps him from Owning up to what he really is “A Fairy “ I love the same sex. He’s scared to come out the closet. But he also is stopping his pretended wife from moving on with her life . The stories about people with abandonment issues ,selfishness and control. They have a clue what love really is until the explore the possibility. Can’t wait for part two.
December 31, 2025
Spotlight Had Potential, But Stayed Too Safe
This was definitely a creative approach to the storyline, I’ll give it that. The concept itself was solid, but I needed more depth with the characters. I wanted their backstories, their scars, the reasons behind the way they move. Everybody felt a little too safe, too predictable, like the streets never really tested them.
The pacing was slow for me. It took a long time to get to the facts, and honestly, I was waiting on a twist that never came. The plot had all the ingredients to go crazy, but it stayed on simmer instead of boiling over. No real shock value, no moment that made me sit up and clutch my chest.
Don’t get me wrong, the storyline is bomb, which is why my expectations were higher. I kept waiting for it to pick up… and it just didn’t. I’m hoping the next part comes with more pressure, more grit, and that unexpected turn that street lit usually delivers.
This was definitely a creative approach to the storyline, I’ll give it that. The concept itself was solid, but I needed more depth with the characters. I wanted their backstories, their scars, the reasons behind the way they move. Everybody felt a little too safe, too predictable, like the streets never really tested them.
The pacing was slow for me. It took a long time to get to the facts, and honestly, I was waiting on a twist that never came. The plot had all the ingredients to go crazy, but it stayed on simmer instead of boiling over. No real shock value, no moment that made me sit up and clutch my chest.
Don’t get me wrong, the storyline is bomb, which is why my expectations were higher. I kept waiting for it to pick up… and it just didn’t. I’m hoping the next part comes with more pressure, more grit, and that unexpected turn that street lit usually delivers.
November 29, 2025
Stoplight by Charae Lewis had me in a chokehold. I was minding my business, drinking my little water, and this book grabbed me like, “Nah, come sit DOWN.”
The characters were cutting up so bad! Cali got on my nerves, Rio is definitely MY MAN MY MAN MY MANNNN I was ready to print out our couple’s photo and everything LOL, Irish is definitely a great person, and I enjoyed Noble!
Butttt leaving me on the cliff like that though?? Oh Charae… she ended the book like she didn’t care about my blood pressure AT ALL. I turned the last page and stared at my wall like I was in the season finale of my own life.
Highly recommend. 10/10.
The characters were cutting up so bad! Cali got on my nerves, Rio is definitely MY MAN MY MAN MY MANNNN I was ready to print out our couple’s photo and everything LOL, Irish is definitely a great person, and I enjoyed Noble!
Butttt leaving me on the cliff like that though?? Oh Charae… she ended the book like she didn’t care about my blood pressure AT ALL. I turned the last page and stared at my wall like I was in the season finale of my own life.
Highly recommend. 10/10.
December 24, 2025
Whew 😭😩
Baby this here was a damn 🎢 From Cali & Braye with there bullshit & Irish and Jovanis situation is mind blowing. For me if I was Irish I wouldn’t do what she did for Jovanis, I’m keeping myself locked away just so you can uphold your reputation. Cali deserves everything braye is giving her but the situation with Rio because he didn’t deserve that. Noble is a good man for Irish I just wish there situation didn’t start how it did & I hope Shay move on because what’s you doing sis. I can’t wait for part 2 Jovanis baby don’t play with Irish like that. Charae, you didn’t leave no crumbs.
Baby this here was a damn 🎢 From Cali & Braye with there bullshit & Irish and Jovanis situation is mind blowing. For me if I was Irish I wouldn’t do what she did for Jovanis, I’m keeping myself locked away just so you can uphold your reputation. Cali deserves everything braye is giving her but the situation with Rio because he didn’t deserve that. Noble is a good man for Irish I just wish there situation didn’t start how it did & I hope Shay move on because what’s you doing sis. I can’t wait for part 2 Jovanis baby don’t play with Irish like that. Charae, you didn’t leave no crumbs.
December 14, 2025
Held my Attention
I can't wait for Part 2 of this series. This book held my attention from the start. Interested in seeing how the storyline unfolds, I hope part 2 does not take too long. I usually don't start series until it's completed and available. I am very impatient and will forget about it when the delay is too long. But will definitely keep an eye out for this series. A must read.
I can't wait for Part 2 of this series. This book held my attention from the start. Interested in seeing how the storyline unfolds, I hope part 2 does not take too long. I usually don't start series until it's completed and available. I am very impatient and will forget about it when the delay is too long. But will definitely keep an eye out for this series. A must read.
January 9, 2026
Didn’t capture me
I just could not get into this book. So much of the backstories were missing and it felt like I missed reading a previous book. I found myself skipping a lot of this book and about half way through I skipped to the last chapter. I don’t feel like I missed anything at all. I doubt I’ll be reading part 2.
I will say I like Charae’s other books. This one just didn’t do it for me.
I just could not get into this book. So much of the backstories were missing and it felt like I missed reading a previous book. I found myself skipping a lot of this book and about half way through I skipped to the last chapter. I don’t feel like I missed anything at all. I doubt I’ll be reading part 2.
I will say I like Charae’s other books. This one just didn’t do it for me.
November 23, 2025
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Loved this book. Cali was wrong for cheating on her husband and I hope he finds someone better. I love Irish and Noble together. I did not see that Shay thing but wow. The ending oh baby I can’t wait for part 2. Jovani is selfish and he honestly should live in his truth I don’t think people would care at all. Loved it Charae!!!
Loved this book. Cali was wrong for cheating on her husband and I hope he finds someone better. I love Irish and Noble together. I did not see that Shay thing but wow. The ending oh baby I can’t wait for part 2. Jovani is selfish and he honestly should live in his truth I don’t think people would care at all. Loved it Charae!!!
January 2, 2026
ain’t no stoplights!
When I tell you all of the characters in this book had pushed boundaries in some way….yeesh. I don’t want to give away the story lines, but Charae has done it again. She has written engaging characters that have you rooting for them and their growth/happiness. I can’t wait for part 2.
When I tell you all of the characters in this book had pushed boundaries in some way….yeesh. I don’t want to give away the story lines, but Charae has done it again. She has written engaging characters that have you rooting for them and their growth/happiness. I can’t wait for part 2.
January 25, 2026
While the story is good, I don’t like the way it’s being told. Using 1st and 2nd person to explain the story has a lot of repetitiveness.it made the book much longer than it should’ve been. I found myself skipping a lot and only reading from the 1st person’s pov. Again, good book but just not a fan of how it’s being told.
January 25, 2026
love at times can be complicated
Everything about these characters is complicated but it has such an authentic vibe. Love is not always simple and these characters and their situations show it. Looking forward to part 2 curious to see how everything will play out and if everyone will survive complicated love.
Everything about these characters is complicated but it has such an authentic vibe. Love is not always simple and these characters and their situations show it. Looking forward to part 2 curious to see how everything will play out and if everyone will survive complicated love.
November 26, 2025
They way this book sent up my anxiety is so crazy! This was too good. Cali all I can say is you reap what you sow. And now you gotta deal with the consequences. Irish I want everything to work out for so bad girl. I’m rooting for you. Whew I can’t wait to see what happens in the next book.
November 29, 2025
What a mess!!!
This book was Good and messy!!! The pacing of this book was perfect. We were on a smooth ride then boom... to be continued. My heart goes out to Irish. I really want her to find love but the Cali is scandalous! I also enjoyed the cameos from some old friends.
This book was Good and messy!!! The pacing of this book was perfect. We were on a smooth ride then boom... to be continued. My heart goes out to Irish. I really want her to find love but the Cali is scandalous! I also enjoyed the cameos from some old friends.
December 11, 2025
stoplight
This was so good! I really want to know who Van’s boo thing is. I love his friendship with Irish ☘️ but see the change coming. Cali Cali Cali! She got herself in a mess but the way Rio loves her I’m swooning!
This was so good! I really want to know who Van’s boo thing is. I love his friendship with Irish ☘️ but see the change coming. Cali Cali Cali! She got herself in a mess but the way Rio loves her I’m swooning!
December 20, 2025
Messy, messy, messy but so good
This is why Charae is one of the GOATS in this writing game. This relationships in this book were messy and man idk how they are about to get themselves out of this. Book 2 me asap!
This is why Charae is one of the GOATS in this writing game. This relationships in this book were messy and man idk how they are about to get themselves out of this. Book 2 me asap!
November 25, 2025
10/10
Loved this book! I love Noble and Irish. I hope the second part doesn’t take long. I’m ready to see what happens next!
Loved this book! I love Noble and Irish. I hope the second part doesn’t take long. I’m ready to see what happens next!
November 29, 2025
never disappoints
I loveddd this book ! So well written and even if you thought you predicted parts of the story it was a plot twist! Can’t wait for part 2 !!!!
I loveddd this book ! So well written and even if you thought you predicted parts of the story it was a plot twist! Can’t wait for part 2 !!!!
November 30, 2025
Deception
Water is seeping through barricades of homes trust, promises and secrets are exploding in relationships.
Charae has ignited land mines from past behaviors.
Water is seeping through barricades of homes trust, promises and secrets are exploding in relationships.
Charae has ignited land mines from past behaviors.
December 15, 2025
4 Stars
There was so much drama! This was a good read. I look forward to reading part 2. Good job, Charae Lewis!!
There was so much drama! This was a good read. I look forward to reading part 2. Good job, Charae Lewis!!
December 18, 2025
Good read
This book was crazy good!! I can’t wait until the next part. The ending? OMG!! Another good one by this author!!!
This book was crazy good!! I can’t wait until the next part. The ending? OMG!! Another good one by this author!!!
January 3, 2026
51%. That’s how far I got. Had to DNF. I didn’t like the way the characters spoke, can’t explain but it wasn’t realistic. And everybody was insufferable.
January 25, 2026
Oh what a tangle web
This book was good from start to finish. I can’t wait to dive into book 2. I have no idea how these ride will end for all involved but I’m here for it.
This book was good from start to finish. I can’t wait to dive into book 2. I have no idea how these ride will end for all involved but I’m here for it.
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