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Interlude
A breath between heartbreak and wholeness.
To the world, Kelechi Scott has it all—Grammy-winning frontwoman of Angels vs Airwaves, global icon, and one half of music’s golden couple. But behind the spotlight, her marriage is quietly breaking under the weight of fame, silence, and unspoken grief.
When a chance collaboration brings her face-to-face with Roman “Spartacus” Campbell—London’s magnetic, guarded rapper with a voice like smoke—what begins as music becomes something neither of them can name. In the studio, every lyric peels back another layer; on stage, every glance feels like confession.
As the world watches, Kelechi finds herself standing at the edge of the life she’s built and the love she never saw coming. And in the quiet between beats, she has to decide what harmony truly sounds like—sacrifice or self, duty or desire.
Set against the rhythm of the global music scene, Interlude is a story about rediscovering your voice, choosing your peace, and finding love in the pause between what was and what could
To the world, Kelechi Scott has it all—Grammy-winning frontwoman of Angels vs Airwaves, global icon, and one half of music’s golden couple. But behind the spotlight, her marriage is quietly breaking under the weight of fame, silence, and unspoken grief.
When a chance collaboration brings her face-to-face with Roman “Spartacus” Campbell—London’s magnetic, guarded rapper with a voice like smoke—what begins as music becomes something neither of them can name. In the studio, every lyric peels back another layer; on stage, every glance feels like confession.
As the world watches, Kelechi finds herself standing at the edge of the life she’s built and the love she never saw coming. And in the quiet between beats, she has to decide what harmony truly sounds like—sacrifice or self, duty or desire.
Set against the rhythm of the global music scene, Interlude is a story about rediscovering your voice, choosing your peace, and finding love in the pause between what was and what could
305 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 13, 2026
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Kenya Jaye
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February 20, 2026
Beautifully Written
This book was such a refreshing read. every character feels layered, intentional, and emotionally real. Watching their growth unfold through honest moments, vulnerability, and meaningful choices makes the journey feel authentic rather than rushed. between characters adds maturity to the relationships. Can’t wait for more in Baldwin Hills. Amazing job Kenya
This book was such a refreshing read. every character feels layered, intentional, and emotionally real. Watching their growth unfold through honest moments, vulnerability, and meaningful choices makes the journey feel authentic rather than rushed. between characters adds maturity to the relationships. Can’t wait for more in Baldwin Hills. Amazing job Kenya
February 19, 2026
I love this story . It’s story of rebuilding and choosing yourself . Kelechi says the quiet struggles out loud.
February 2, 2026
Interlude is an intimate, reflective story about overstaying a relationship, losing yourself, and learning how to choose yourself again—without apology. It’s also about learning what it actually feels like to be protected in love, and becoming honest with yourself in the quiet pause—even when the world thinks you already have it all.
This was my first read by Kenya, and I loved how intimate, reflective, and emotionally honest the story felt. The drama here is quieter and more internal, focusing less on external villains and more on Kelechi’s personal growth and emotional journey. Because the story is told solely from her point of view, much of the weight sits with her inner world—even if I still wished we got a bit more time with her friendships and longer conversations there.
At its core, Interlude explores marriage strain, grief, addiction recovery, emotional burnout, and self-abandonment. Kalichi has been holding her family together for a long time, and that exhaustion shows up in subtle, relatable ways. The story doesn’t rush her awakening—it lets it simmer, mirroring the emotional weight she’s been carrying.
One of the most compelling aspects of the book is the contrast between how Kalichi experiences the two men in her life. Through her eyes, the difference between being loved and being defended becomes clear. Her marriage to Malachi has become strained. He doesn’t acknowledge the weight of his actions on their family, nor the work Kalichi has done to hold everything together. She kept their household stable through his addiction and relapses, shielding the kids from the full impact when he couldn’t, and now he expects acknowledgment just for being sober—without truly owning how his choices affected everyone else.
That absence of accountability is exhausting, and it underscores why Kalichi’s journey toward self-protection and understanding what it feels like to be truly seen and defended is so essential. Boundaries aren’t enforced, respect isn’t modeled, and over time, that void quietly erodes trust.
By contrast, her connection with Roman introduces an entirely different dynamic. There’s communication, reassurance, and a clear sense of intent. He doesn’t grandstand or overpromise, but when it matters, he shows up decisively. The difference isn’t loud—but it’s deeply felt.
The music industry backdrop is one of the story’s strongest elements. Kalichi’s healing is deeply tied to her art, and you can feel that in the way songs, lyrics, and creative moments are woven into the narrative. I also loved how the chapters reflect musical composition—it reinforces the idea that this story unfolds like a piece of music, not a dramatic explosion. Roman’s presence, including the way his accent and cultural details are written, adds texture without ever feeling forced or performative.
This isn’t a book driven by shock value or over-the-top drama. The tension here is internal and relational, not chaotic. It’s about realizing when something is already dead—and having the courage to stop giving it CPR.
If you enjoy emotionally mature stories about healing, boundaries, music, and complicated adult relationships, Interlude is a thoughtful, character-driven read. It’s the kind of book that stays with you—not because it shocked you, but because it felt honest. I’m definitely curious to see where the Ballroom Hill series goes next.
June 1, 2026
(3.5⭐️) This was an emotionally rich reading experience and one that I think a lot of women who sometimes lose themselves in their roles and convince themselves they’re Superwoman will relate to. What could life look like if you stopped trying to hold together something that should have been let go a long time ago and chose yourself…chose your happiness over everyone and everything else? That’s what Interlude explores, and it was beautiful to watch Kelechi slowly heal and come back to an even better version of herself.
Part of why she was able to do that was because of Roman’s presence. He was the definition of a soft place to land. He followed her lead, never pushed, constantly reassured her, and showed her that love didn’t have to be chaotic and painful. It could be soft, secure, and peaceful. He was so intentional and careful in the way he handled her, and I loved that for her.
The only thing that could have made this an even more enjoyable experience for me was having multiple POVs. I’ve never wanted to know what a man was thinking so badly in my life 🤣 I would have loved Roman’s POV, and honestly, even Malachi’s. My God, could you imagine the crash outs happening in his chapters?! 😭 I think having those additional perspectives would have made the story feel a little more complete. That said, with Kelechi being the clear focus, the author absolutely accomplished what she set out to do by centering her healing journey.
While the pacing was a bit of a struggle initially, and some of the prose felt overly flowery for my taste, I ultimately found myself invested in Kelechi’s story. There were moments where repetitive word choices and sentence constructions pulled me out of the narrative, but they weren’t enough to overshadow the emotional core of the book.
This wasn’t just a story about finding love. It was about rediscovering yourself after years of putting everyone else first. Watching Kelechi choose herself, embrace healing, and step into a new chapter of her life made this a rewarding read.
Part of why she was able to do that was because of Roman’s presence. He was the definition of a soft place to land. He followed her lead, never pushed, constantly reassured her, and showed her that love didn’t have to be chaotic and painful. It could be soft, secure, and peaceful. He was so intentional and careful in the way he handled her, and I loved that for her.
The only thing that could have made this an even more enjoyable experience for me was having multiple POVs. I’ve never wanted to know what a man was thinking so badly in my life 🤣 I would have loved Roman’s POV, and honestly, even Malachi’s. My God, could you imagine the crash outs happening in his chapters?! 😭 I think having those additional perspectives would have made the story feel a little more complete. That said, with Kelechi being the clear focus, the author absolutely accomplished what she set out to do by centering her healing journey.
While the pacing was a bit of a struggle initially, and some of the prose felt overly flowery for my taste, I ultimately found myself invested in Kelechi’s story. There were moments where repetitive word choices and sentence constructions pulled me out of the narrative, but they weren’t enough to overshadow the emotional core of the book.
This wasn’t just a story about finding love. It was about rediscovering yourself after years of putting everyone else first. Watching Kelechi choose herself, embrace healing, and step into a new chapter of her life made this a rewarding read.
March 15, 2026
“Because you’re my interlude,” I said, voice low.
“The breath between heartbreak and wholeness. The calm after everything that hurt.”
Interlude by Kenya Jaye follows rockstar Kelechi, who appears to have the perfect life — a hip-hop star husband, a beautiful family, and the kind of luxury most people only dream about. But behind the spotlight, the rhythm of her marriage has fallen out of sync. Malachi may be a devoted father, but the love Kelechi longs for has faded into something that feels more like habit than harmony.
When Malachi asks for a break, Kelechi escapes to London — a city whose slower tempo gives her room to breathe. There, she meets Roman, a magnetic British rapper whose presence feels less like noise and more like a melody she didn’t know she was missing.
As Kelechi moves between two worlds — LA and London, marriage and possibility — her life begins to feel like a song caught between verses. Some moments land in dissonance, others in perfect harmony, but each forces her to listen more closely to her own voice.
When the interlude ends, Kelechi must decide what kind of music she wants her life to make — return to the familiar rhythm she built with her husband, or risk composing something entirely new.
I loved how the story explores identity, art, and the quiet moments where life changes direction. The music theme running through the story made Kelechi’s emotional journey feel even more layered and unique.
“The breath between heartbreak and wholeness. The calm after everything that hurt.”
Interlude by Kenya Jaye follows rockstar Kelechi, who appears to have the perfect life — a hip-hop star husband, a beautiful family, and the kind of luxury most people only dream about. But behind the spotlight, the rhythm of her marriage has fallen out of sync. Malachi may be a devoted father, but the love Kelechi longs for has faded into something that feels more like habit than harmony.
When Malachi asks for a break, Kelechi escapes to London — a city whose slower tempo gives her room to breathe. There, she meets Roman, a magnetic British rapper whose presence feels less like noise and more like a melody she didn’t know she was missing.
As Kelechi moves between two worlds — LA and London, marriage and possibility — her life begins to feel like a song caught between verses. Some moments land in dissonance, others in perfect harmony, but each forces her to listen more closely to her own voice.
When the interlude ends, Kelechi must decide what kind of music she wants her life to make — return to the familiar rhythm she built with her husband, or risk composing something entirely new.
I loved how the story explores identity, art, and the quiet moments where life changes direction. The music theme running through the story made Kelechi’s emotional journey feel even more layered and unique.
July 22, 2026
Beautiful Read
I really enjoyed this read! This was a soft black romance story that shows the ugly side of separation in a marriage. Malachi took Kelechi for granted! He had the audacity for the bulk of this book.
Seeing Kelechi find this peace with Rome was so good. He was gentle with her and moved on her time. He didn’t overstep or push to meet her kids like he was so perfect!
The relationship Kelechi had with her step daughter and ensuring that she still was able to be apart of her life was so good! I really enjoyed this read and would highly recommend this one!
I really enjoyed this read! This was a soft black romance story that shows the ugly side of separation in a marriage. Malachi took Kelechi for granted! He had the audacity for the bulk of this book.
Seeing Kelechi find this peace with Rome was so good. He was gentle with her and moved on her time. He didn’t overstep or push to meet her kids like he was so perfect!
The relationship Kelechi had with her step daughter and ensuring that she still was able to be apart of her life was so good! I really enjoyed this read and would highly recommend this one!
February 4, 2026
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
ARC Review
Interlude by Kenya Jaye is exactly what the title suggests, a pause, a transition, and a moment of reflection. Kelechi finds herself in an interlude of life as a famous singer in a very public marriage, smiling for the world while feeling empty inside. When a music collaboration with a fine London rapper cracks something open, everything begins to shift. Friendship turns complicated, feelings resurface, and a separation from her husband forces Kelechi to finally choose herself.
This story beautifully centers a black woman self-healing and the reality of being everything to everyone while losing yourself in the process. It allows Kelechi to be messy, honest, and vulnerable as she takes her power back and rebuilds on her own terms. As a girls’ girl, I loved watching her journey unfold—failing, healing, and starting again as many times as it takes. A reflective, emotional read that feels both necessary and affirming.
ARC Review
Interlude by Kenya Jaye is exactly what the title suggests, a pause, a transition, and a moment of reflection. Kelechi finds herself in an interlude of life as a famous singer in a very public marriage, smiling for the world while feeling empty inside. When a music collaboration with a fine London rapper cracks something open, everything begins to shift. Friendship turns complicated, feelings resurface, and a separation from her husband forces Kelechi to finally choose herself.
This story beautifully centers a black woman self-healing and the reality of being everything to everyone while losing yourself in the process. It allows Kelechi to be messy, honest, and vulnerable as she takes her power back and rebuilds on her own terms. As a girls’ girl, I loved watching her journey unfold—failing, healing, and starting again as many times as it takes. A reflective, emotional read that feels both necessary and affirming.
June 20, 2026
What a debut!
This is my first read by Kenya Jaye, and I really enjoyed it. This is more than just a romance; it's a woman's journey to stop being everything to everyone and finally decide to grab a piece of happiness for herself. Kelechi is a wife, a mother, a bandmate, and a boss, and while she's juggling all those hats, her marriage to rapper Pressure seems to be deteriorating. She's lost herself, and she can't seem to find where things went wrong to even begin to know how to fix them. There is so much static and noise in her life, but all that changes when she meets London rapper Rome. The spark between them is instant, but Kelechi ignores it because she is anything but unfaithful; however, when her husband asks her for a separation and she's contacted to collaborate with Rome on his next project, feelings she denied resurface, and she takes the chance.
Rome was truly the breath of fresh air Kelechi needed. He saw her for what she was and let her just be herself with him. He didn't push or ask for more than she could give, and their love truly bloomed authentically. He protected her but also made it clear he wasn't about to be her little secret. He was the perfect mixture of soft and assertive.
Her husband, Malachi, pissed me off the entire book because if there's one thing he had in abundance, it was audacity. Imagine asking your wife for a separation because you want to cheat and getting mad when she starts seeing someone else too. I loved that Kelechi didn't let his tantrums stop her from being happy and that Rome stood toe to toe with him at every chance.
My only wish for this book would have been dual POVs. I think the book would have really benefited from having Rome's perspective. It would have provided some layers to the story and clarified not only his feelings but also his reasoning for pursuing Kelechi when she was married even though it wasn't a good look for either of their careers from a PR standpoint.
This is my first read by Kenya Jaye, and I really enjoyed it. This is more than just a romance; it's a woman's journey to stop being everything to everyone and finally decide to grab a piece of happiness for herself. Kelechi is a wife, a mother, a bandmate, and a boss, and while she's juggling all those hats, her marriage to rapper Pressure seems to be deteriorating. She's lost herself, and she can't seem to find where things went wrong to even begin to know how to fix them. There is so much static and noise in her life, but all that changes when she meets London rapper Rome. The spark between them is instant, but Kelechi ignores it because she is anything but unfaithful; however, when her husband asks her for a separation and she's contacted to collaborate with Rome on his next project, feelings she denied resurface, and she takes the chance.
Rome was truly the breath of fresh air Kelechi needed. He saw her for what she was and let her just be herself with him. He didn't push or ask for more than she could give, and their love truly bloomed authentically. He protected her but also made it clear he wasn't about to be her little secret. He was the perfect mixture of soft and assertive.
Her husband, Malachi, pissed me off the entire book because if there's one thing he had in abundance, it was audacity. Imagine asking your wife for a separation because you want to cheat and getting mad when she starts seeing someone else too. I loved that Kelechi didn't let his tantrums stop her from being happy and that Rome stood toe to toe with him at every chance.
My only wish for this book would have been dual POVs. I think the book would have really benefited from having Rome's perspective. It would have provided some layers to the story and clarified not only his feelings but also his reasoning for pursuing Kelechi when she was married even though it wasn't a good look for either of their careers from a PR standpoint.
July 8, 2026
Interlude by Kenya Jaye completely blew me away. This book felt like a love letter to women who are exhausted from choosing everyone else before themselves.
Kelechi spends so much of her time in her marriage protecting her husband and kids, protecting appearances, and maintaining the image everyone expects from her that somewhere along the way, she loses herself completely. Watching her slowly begin to reclaim her happiness, her voice, and ultimately her ability to receive the kind of love she truly deserves was such a beautiful thing to witness.
What I loved most about this story was how intentional it felt. Kelechi’s journey wasn’t about perfection. It was about finally deciding that her happiness mattered too. Watching her lean into a love that made her feel seen, treasured, cherished, and safe, regardless of the fallout, was incredibly refreshing.
Roman was absolute perfection. Patient, reassuring, emotionally present, and deeply attentive in all the ways that mattered most. He loved Kelechi with care and consistency, and every scene between them felt meaningful.
This book pulled every emotion out of me. I laughed, cried, swooned, yelled at the pages, all of it. It’s honestly hard to believe this is a debut novel because the writing felt so confident, emotional, and layered.
Interlude instantly made me a fan of Kenya Jaye, and I already cannot wait to read whatever she writes next.
Kelechi spends so much of her time in her marriage protecting her husband and kids, protecting appearances, and maintaining the image everyone expects from her that somewhere along the way, she loses herself completely. Watching her slowly begin to reclaim her happiness, her voice, and ultimately her ability to receive the kind of love she truly deserves was such a beautiful thing to witness.
What I loved most about this story was how intentional it felt. Kelechi’s journey wasn’t about perfection. It was about finally deciding that her happiness mattered too. Watching her lean into a love that made her feel seen, treasured, cherished, and safe, regardless of the fallout, was incredibly refreshing.
Roman was absolute perfection. Patient, reassuring, emotionally present, and deeply attentive in all the ways that mattered most. He loved Kelechi with care and consistency, and every scene between them felt meaningful.
This book pulled every emotion out of me. I laughed, cried, swooned, yelled at the pages, all of it. It’s honestly hard to believe this is a debut novel because the writing felt so confident, emotional, and layered.
Interlude instantly made me a fan of Kenya Jaye, and I already cannot wait to read whatever she writes next.
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May 31, 2026If nosy neighbor was a person, she would be me! This book had me acting like I was in Baldwin Hills fishing for gossip in the latest tabloids and peaking through the blinds cup of Hollywood’s IT couple. This book was messy, sexy, emotional, and provided the tea and crumpets for the party.
What I loved most is how Kenya’s seductive artistry permeates the pages revealing a romance that felt tenderly refreshing underneath the chaos and the emotional intimacy never came off forced or corny. Kenya Jaye really let these characters be grown, flawed, emotional people trying to love each other while dragging around their own baggage.
And honestly, that’s what made this hit so hard for me. Kelechi’s POV gave us access to every spiral, every moment of yearning, every attempt to keep it together when she was clearly falling apart inside. That vulnerability made the story feel real instead of overly polished. One minute I was giggling at the chemistry, the next I was stressed watching these people emotionally self-destruct in real time.
It’s giving all the vibes of “Skin” by Rihanna playing while somebody stares out a penthouse window at 2AM, drink in hand, realizing they’re hopelessly in love and absolutely sick about it.
What I loved most is how Kenya’s seductive artistry permeates the pages revealing a romance that felt tenderly refreshing underneath the chaos and the emotional intimacy never came off forced or corny. Kenya Jaye really let these characters be grown, flawed, emotional people trying to love each other while dragging around their own baggage.
And honestly, that’s what made this hit so hard for me. Kelechi’s POV gave us access to every spiral, every moment of yearning, every attempt to keep it together when she was clearly falling apart inside. That vulnerability made the story feel real instead of overly polished. One minute I was giggling at the chemistry, the next I was stressed watching these people emotionally self-destruct in real time.
It’s giving all the vibes of “Skin” by Rihanna playing while somebody stares out a penthouse window at 2AM, drink in hand, realizing they’re hopelessly in love and absolutely sick about it.
May 9, 2026
This was a masterpiece
I loved this story , I didn’t want it to end! It’s a story that dives into the different facets of love - persevering love, a love that never hurts, platonic love of male and female friends, love of a parent, love of a bonus mom! We watched the main character grow and remember who tf she is!! Baby was laid back but said “I can always lean forward”. Now Rome put my girl through the mattress but it wasn’t erotica, it was spicy, but it wasn’t a book about sex they just did it (a lot lol). You could feel the music, feel the characters emotions because it was described in such sensory ways I really felt like I was in counseling with them or at a concert. I can’t wait to read the authors next piece!!!
I loved this story , I didn’t want it to end! It’s a story that dives into the different facets of love - persevering love, a love that never hurts, platonic love of male and female friends, love of a parent, love of a bonus mom! We watched the main character grow and remember who tf she is!! Baby was laid back but said “I can always lean forward”. Now Rome put my girl through the mattress but it wasn’t erotica, it was spicy, but it wasn’t a book about sex they just did it (a lot lol). You could feel the music, feel the characters emotions because it was described in such sensory ways I really felt like I was in counseling with them or at a concert. I can’t wait to read the authors next piece!!!
April 20, 2026
🚨ARC Review‼️ Interlude by Kenya Jaye is well written and pulls you right in. It will give you all the feels!
Kelechi Scott, our FMC, is a bonafide rock star but she is so relatable. She’s like many of us that are so busy keeping the world on its axis for everyone else that we don’t realize we aren’t showing up for ourselves.
“I’ve been sitting in chaos for a long time. I just need calm.” When that calm shows up as a fine ass, British rapper willing to give her everything she didn’t know she needed, what will she do? What will life look like after Kelechi’s Interlude?
Thank you Kenya Jaye for the ARC!
Kelechi Scott, our FMC, is a bonafide rock star but she is so relatable. She’s like many of us that are so busy keeping the world on its axis for everyone else that we don’t realize we aren’t showing up for ourselves.
“I’ve been sitting in chaos for a long time. I just need calm.” When that calm shows up as a fine ass, British rapper willing to give her everything she didn’t know she needed, what will she do? What will life look like after Kelechi’s Interlude?
Thank you Kenya Jaye for the ARC!
July 1, 2026
Wow…I don’t know if I have the words for this book 🥹
When I ask for a good book recommendation, this is what I expect! I want love, a little chaos, a little self discovery and whole lot of spoiling! Kelechi was going through it and just trying to keep her head above water in the eyes of the public, but Rome gave her peace and a soft place to land 🥹. He listened to her needs and protected her even if that meant from herself. The descriptions made me feel like I was there and as much as I initially wanted to hate on the solo POV, I loved it because I didn’t feel like I missed anything. This is a book I’d reread and I usually don’t do that 😭
When I ask for a good book recommendation, this is what I expect! I want love, a little chaos, a little self discovery and whole lot of spoiling! Kelechi was going through it and just trying to keep her head above water in the eyes of the public, but Rome gave her peace and a soft place to land 🥹. He listened to her needs and protected her even if that meant from herself. The descriptions made me feel like I was there and as much as I initially wanted to hate on the solo POV, I loved it because I didn’t feel like I missed anything. This is a book I’d reread and I usually don’t do that 😭
February 19, 2026
Kenya! Baby this book felt like one of grandma’s precious hugs. It was intimate, healing, and honest. Like I could feel her breath in the freedom of finally choosing herself. It wasn’t rushed, it was appropriately walked through, it was felt, it was freaking intentional. Malachi asked for something he wasn’t ready for because he thought she would remain there. I’m so proud of Kelechi for choosing herself and taking control of her heart and her narrative. She realized she mattered, she realized her heart was important too. This was definitely a five star read for me!
February 26, 2026
This book was absolutely amazing! I didn’t know what to expect but listen Kenya came out swinging.
I loved how Kelechi moved and stuck to what she felt. Pressure had way too much whoredacity for me and literally had my pressure up. 😂 And Roman is who Pressure thinks he is.
But don’t believe me. Read what the blogs had to say and go check it out for yourself.
🎤Shade room: Pressure audacity bigger than his career!
🎤Vogue: Soft but solid
🎤Kindred: Poetic. Broken and beautifully put back together
Ok the blogs didn’t say that. But clearly these are my takeaways.
Put it on your weekend tbr and let me know what you think.
I loved how Kelechi moved and stuck to what she felt. Pressure had way too much whoredacity for me and literally had my pressure up. 😂 And Roman is who Pressure thinks he is.
But don’t believe me. Read what the blogs had to say and go check it out for yourself.
🎤Shade room: Pressure audacity bigger than his career!
🎤Vogue: Soft but solid
🎤Kindred: Poetic. Broken and beautifully put back together
Ok the blogs didn’t say that. But clearly these are my takeaways.
Put it on your weekend tbr and let me know what you think.
June 8, 2026
This was almost a five star....
She stayed with Malachi too long for me to give this a five star unfortunately because this was so well written I couldn't put it down. However, Kelechi made unwise choices that I didn't agree with and I wish more time was spent with her being happy instead of trying to save a marriage to a verbally and physically abusive man who had no regard for her feelings. Roman was the best book Bae I have read in a long time and I'm so happy that he got his happy ending with Kelechi because he fought for it.
She stayed with Malachi too long for me to give this a five star unfortunately because this was so well written I couldn't put it down. However, Kelechi made unwise choices that I didn't agree with and I wish more time was spent with her being happy instead of trying to save a marriage to a verbally and physically abusive man who had no regard for her feelings. Roman was the best book Bae I have read in a long time and I'm so happy that he got his happy ending with Kelechi because he fought for it.
June 4, 2026
⭐️⭐️⭐️
Celebrity romances are my favorite and this one did not disappoint. It had its errors and may have need another run through with an editor. But overall it was enjoyable.
I really enjoyed the slow building of Roman and Superstar’s relationship. Toward the end it became a bit wordy with details I lost interest in. Still I enjoyed their journey and was happy she healed and got her HEA.
Roman was pressure and I loved that for her.
Celebrity romances are my favorite and this one did not disappoint. It had its errors and may have need another run through with an editor. But overall it was enjoyable.
I really enjoyed the slow building of Roman and Superstar’s relationship. Toward the end it became a bit wordy with details I lost interest in. Still I enjoyed their journey and was happy she healed and got her HEA.
Roman was pressure and I loved that for her.
February 14, 2026
Intentions
A book where the FMC has given so much of herself to others, she isn’t her anymore. A book where the MMC is collected and his goal is to get her back to herself. This is soft and controlled. This is reassurance and intentions. This is love after heartbreak. This is interlude!
A book where the FMC has given so much of herself to others, she isn’t her anymore. A book where the MMC is collected and his goal is to get her back to herself. This is soft and controlled. This is reassurance and intentions. This is love after heartbreak. This is interlude!
February 17, 2026
Good love, not hood love.
I love a good romance story. What’s romance without a little drama and mess. This book has it all. That’s the facts of life …. You got the good, the bad and the in between…. And it’s got music tied in between so pick it up and dive In. Kenya has proved to us you don’t need hood love to have good love.
I love a good romance story. What’s romance without a little drama and mess. This book has it all. That’s the facts of life …. You got the good, the bad and the in between…. And it’s got music tied in between so pick it up and dive In. Kenya has proved to us you don’t need hood love to have good love.
February 18, 2026
Kelechi Scott is existing in her marriage to Malachi Scott but then she collaborates with Roman. When there is a Roman in a book, just know the man will not play about his lady. Roman met Kelechi where she was and reminded her who she was. This was a very good debut. I can't wait to see what's next.
May 26, 2026
The drama in this book kept me entertained… I was so glad when the FMC started to do her own thing when her husband decided to separate because all he wanted to do was cheat in peace. Rome was not playing about the FMC and I love that for her. I do love books about the music industry and celebrities. This is my first book by this author and I do want to pick up more books in the future.
February 14, 2026
enjoyed
This was my first read by this author. This book is full of raw emotions. You go through the steps of witnessing someone go through heartbreak and finding real love again. Great book!
This was my first read by this author. This book is full of raw emotions. You go through the steps of witnessing someone go through heartbreak and finding real love again. Great book!
May 11, 2026
This was such a beautiful story. I was wrapped in Kelechi and Roman’s love story. It wasn’t the typical way of finding love, however reading Kelechi taking back her freedom and power, as Roman became her peace really was the best part of it all
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February 25, 2026
Whew
Kele got everything she deserved and more. My girl was strong and got to be loved out loud in a way that she deserved. Whew Rome is a MAN
Kele got everything she deserved and more. My girl was strong and got to be loved out loud in a way that she deserved. Whew Rome is a MAN
February 26, 2026
this was so beautiful.
March 16, 2026
5 stars!!
I loved this book so much!! This was truly a beautiful story from beginning to end!! I can’t wait for book two!!
I loved this book so much!! This was truly a beautiful story from beginning to end!! I can’t wait for book two!!
Did Not Finish
April 21, 202611%
May 18, 2026
Kele & Roman’s love is amazing. I really enjoyed the build up to their moment.
Did Not Finish
August 12, 2026🤷🏾♀️
May 19, 2026
3.75
Interlude did me well. Beneath the music, fame, and emotional tension is a story about a woman reclaiming herself after trying to hold everything together for everyone else. Kelechi’s journey felt intimate and emotional. One of my favorite parts of the story was step mommy Kalechi! The love she had for her children transferred to her stepdaughter and it felt genuine, tender, and intentional..adding so much emotional depth to the story. I also loved how music was woven throughout the book!! You could truly feel Kelechi’s emotions through her artistry and growth. And whew…Roman. That man was fine, patient, supportive, and such a safe space for Kelechi. I loved how he constantly reminded her that she deserved happiness, and I could practically hear his British accent through every scene. I blushed LOL! They were so good together. Kelechi’s friend group? Top tier——ain’t nothing like friends who genuinely have your back. Now, the book had its faults. The single POV limited the story for me because I would’ve loved Roman’s perspective, and even the ex-husband’s POV could’ve added more depth. The beginning also dragged a bit and didn’t fully pick up until around the 55% mark. Still, none of that took away from my enjoyment. The writing, chemistry, grief, longing, and self-discovery blended beautifully together. This was a story about healing, identity, and finally finding the courage to put yourself first and I thoroughly enjoyed it. CW: cheating, gaslighting
Interlude did me well. Beneath the music, fame, and emotional tension is a story about a woman reclaiming herself after trying to hold everything together for everyone else. Kelechi’s journey felt intimate and emotional. One of my favorite parts of the story was step mommy Kalechi! The love she had for her children transferred to her stepdaughter and it felt genuine, tender, and intentional..adding so much emotional depth to the story. I also loved how music was woven throughout the book!! You could truly feel Kelechi’s emotions through her artistry and growth. And whew…Roman. That man was fine, patient, supportive, and such a safe space for Kelechi. I loved how he constantly reminded her that she deserved happiness, and I could practically hear his British accent through every scene. I blushed LOL! They were so good together. Kelechi’s friend group? Top tier——ain’t nothing like friends who genuinely have your back. Now, the book had its faults. The single POV limited the story for me because I would’ve loved Roman’s perspective, and even the ex-husband’s POV could’ve added more depth. The beginning also dragged a bit and didn’t fully pick up until around the 55% mark. Still, none of that took away from my enjoyment. The writing, chemistry, grief, longing, and self-discovery blended beautifully together. This was a story about healing, identity, and finally finding the courage to put yourself first and I thoroughly enjoyed it. CW: cheating, gaslighting
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