What do you think?
Rate this book
Off The Charts
One mistake was innocent until it wasn’t.
After almost a ten-year relationship, Jersei Lane is forced into a journey of self-discovery. Her codependency made her put her own life on the back burner, but with one spark to her soul, everything shifted.
Vayce Denver is the school counselor at Sweet Pea Academy. His life is built on saving others until it's time to confront his own wounds. Love became a distant memory and peace became his priority.
How sweet can a guarded heart’s lesson be? Is love possible if we keep it Off the Charts?
After almost a ten-year relationship, Jersei Lane is forced into a journey of self-discovery. Her codependency made her put her own life on the back burner, but with one spark to her soul, everything shifted.
Vayce Denver is the school counselor at Sweet Pea Academy. His life is built on saving others until it's time to confront his own wounds. Love became a distant memory and peace became his priority.
How sweet can a guarded heart’s lesson be? Is love possible if we keep it Off the Charts?
284 pages, Paperback
First published September 24, 2025
Ratings & Reviews
Friends & Following
Create a free account to discover what your friends think of this book!
Community Reviews
Displaying 1 - 30 of 595 reviews
February 19, 2026
A lil warning would’ve been nice because, that prologue went from zero to a hundred real f*ckin’ quick. 🤯🤯🤯🤯 Jersi has lived a comfortable life as a stay at home girlfriend but, what she really wants to be is a stay at home wife. Maybe this year will be the year so, Jersi gets dolled up to surprise her man for their 10 year anniversary but, the gag is, Solomon’s got a surprise for her and it’s NOT an engagement ring.
I had such high hopes for this book because, it started out really strong. But, after the prologue, it quickly went downhill. The excessive use of the N word ruined this book for me. I think the author forgot this was suppose to be a small town romance because, there was nothing small town about this book other than the name of the town. I’ve read urban novels that didn’t use the N word as much as it was used here. And, let me be clear, I’m not offended by the N word at all but, the amount of times it was used was just unnecessary and, quite honestly, it overshadowed the storyline. Then the author left us hangin’. After Jersi’s mama spilled the tea about Victor, I was gleefully waitin’ for Solomon to get his but, nothing ever happened. Now, ma’am, why would you leave us hangin’ like that?!!! While I liked Jersi and Vayce as a couple and I enjoyed their love journey, Off The Charts missed the mark me.
I had such high hopes for this book because, it started out really strong. But, after the prologue, it quickly went downhill. The excessive use of the N word ruined this book for me. I think the author forgot this was suppose to be a small town romance because, there was nothing small town about this book other than the name of the town. I’ve read urban novels that didn’t use the N word as much as it was used here. And, let me be clear, I’m not offended by the N word at all but, the amount of times it was used was just unnecessary and, quite honestly, it overshadowed the storyline. Then the author left us hangin’. After Jersi’s mama spilled the tea about Victor, I was gleefully waitin’ for Solomon to get his but, nothing ever happened. Now, ma’am, why would you leave us hangin’ like that?!!! While I liked Jersi and Vayce as a couple and I enjoyed their love journey, Off The Charts missed the mark me.
April 7, 2026
3.5/5
The way this book starts off his wild, but it hooks you right away! This book was a breath of fresh air! Such a quick read!
The way this book starts off his wild, but it hooks you right away! This book was a breath of fresh air! Such a quick read!
September 28, 2025
Opening to LOVE again
4.5 stars
I loved it! This book opened up HOT and I was locked in from there. Jersei had wasted a decade with her baby father only to find out he was NOT the man she thought he was. Vayce was divorced after finding out his wife was NOT the woman he thought she was. These two collide at Jersei's sons Zion's school and baby the chemistry was there. An accident in communication opens up a door and baby the way Vayce jumped through it!!
I am in LOVE with Vayce!! I love a man that knows what he wants, is smart, professional, a giver, sexy af with a side of hood 🥷🏾. Literal perfection 🤷🏾♀️ Y'all the way this man loved on Jersei. He was so patient with her, made sure she was seen, his gestures both big and small were so thoughtful. Then on top of that he was the best Stepdaddy! They already had a relationship, but the way it expanded was just beautiful. Zion was such a sweet, respectful, and funny boy. He was so observant and I just loved every time he was on page. Vayce didn't play about Jersei or Zion and I loved that for them.
I loved when the 🥷🏾 came out of Vayce and he checked the trifling baby daddy. He deserved every bit of karma his raggedy azz received.
I enjoyed this book and the only thing I wanted more of is Zion in real time. We got the summary, but I wished we could have experienced more of them with Zion. Other than that I truly enjoyed this book.
4.5 stars
I loved it! This book opened up HOT and I was locked in from there. Jersei had wasted a decade with her baby father only to find out he was NOT the man she thought he was. Vayce was divorced after finding out his wife was NOT the woman he thought she was. These two collide at Jersei's sons Zion's school and baby the chemistry was there. An accident in communication opens up a door and baby the way Vayce jumped through it!!
I am in LOVE with Vayce!! I love a man that knows what he wants, is smart, professional, a giver, sexy af with a side of hood 🥷🏾. Literal perfection 🤷🏾♀️ Y'all the way this man loved on Jersei. He was so patient with her, made sure she was seen, his gestures both big and small were so thoughtful. Then on top of that he was the best Stepdaddy! They already had a relationship, but the way it expanded was just beautiful. Zion was such a sweet, respectful, and funny boy. He was so observant and I just loved every time he was on page. Vayce didn't play about Jersei or Zion and I loved that for them.
I loved when the 🥷🏾 came out of Vayce and he checked the trifling baby daddy. He deserved every bit of karma his raggedy azz received.
I enjoyed this book and the only thing I wanted more of is Zion in real time. We got the summary, but I wished we could have experienced more of them with Zion. Other than that I truly enjoyed this book.
March 2, 2026
Looks like a cupcake, will put you through a mattress lol.. I really enjoyed Jersei & Vayce’s story. The very beginning gripped me and I was hooked the entire time. This story was spicyyy and had me clutching my pearls lol, but what I loved most was the banter between the 2 main characters. They were hilarious and that added to the overall story. Especially considering such heavier topics were lingering and the traumas that both were dealing with & heating from! My heart ached from Vayce as he was forced to become an adult way too soon. As his childhood unfolded throughout the story, I was truly baffled. Meanwhile, Jersei is dealing with a broken family & difficult coparenting. These 2 souls were simply meant to be and heal each other! The narration in the audiobook was enjoyable, I loved dual narration for each character. Overall, would definitely recommend! Thank you NetGalley & Dreamscape Media for an advanced listening copy.
September 30, 2025
4.5 ⭐️ Listen, the prologue had me hooked and ready to devour this book after a 12-hour shift. Listen, this book was humorous but spicy and soothing in a sense with its urban ways.
We follow Jersei, who discovers her baby daddy is living a double life after investing a decade with him in the hopes of becoming his wife. She lost herself trying to cater to his needs, and through her newly single journey, she's striving to discover herself. Jersei is introduced to Vayce, the school counselor, after her son Zion gets into trouble at school, and the rest is history. This was a slow but soft burn, and these two were quite outspoken and communicated clearly while expressing their thoughts or emotions, but I really enjoyed their banter and how unfiltered they were with one another.
You know when Zee Renee writes about a man, he is everything. We love a reformed criminal; it always gives the man an extra edge. Vacye was very attentive, had a great heart for those he loved, and was very intentional, patient, and secure in his feelings for Jersei. He really didn't play when it came to Jersei. It's amazing how a healthy love may blossom from two broken hearts.
We follow Jersei, who discovers her baby daddy is living a double life after investing a decade with him in the hopes of becoming his wife. She lost herself trying to cater to his needs, and through her newly single journey, she's striving to discover herself. Jersei is introduced to Vayce, the school counselor, after her son Zion gets into trouble at school, and the rest is history. This was a slow but soft burn, and these two were quite outspoken and communicated clearly while expressing their thoughts or emotions, but I really enjoyed their banter and how unfiltered they were with one another.
You know when Zee Renee writes about a man, he is everything. We love a reformed criminal; it always gives the man an extra edge. Vacye was very attentive, had a great heart for those he loved, and was very intentional, patient, and secure in his feelings for Jersei. He really didn't play when it came to Jersei. It's amazing how a healthy love may blossom from two broken hearts.
March 8, 2026
This was a RIDEEEEEEE! Such a quick and enjoyable read and it literally had me hooked from the beginning of the book. I listened to the audiobook and I loved everything about it. Would recommend this book to anyone looking for a quick romance that will make you laugh, cry, and smile!
May 29, 2026
Ok but Vayce & Jersei felt like a breath of fresh air..🥰🤭 cute lil read!
February 5, 2026
UHH YEAAA NO!!!!!
The prolouge pulled me in for sure. The inital scene with Solomon, Victor and Jersei, YAASSSSS!!!
Cause tf lol.
But after that everything fell apart for me. The way Jersei was talking to Vayce (ok) was the most diabolical disrespectful ish ever. OMGGGGGG. First, very confused on why she came in so hard and the way they were talking to each other at the school, first meeting and Vayce not the daddy. LIKE WHATT!!!...
There was so much fictioning in this book, I was taken aback, couldnt even compare it to my good TUBI ( i love TUBI). The way Vayce acted when meeting Solomon, made me like Solomon and Victor. I was over it if team doing too much was a thing it was Jersei and Vayce, im sorry.
Every adult interaction in this book was awful and yea no. While the explicit scenes were hot and heavy beside the one towards at the school while in session turned me more off from the story. This truly would have been a DNF but it got me through my workday.
I received an early audio copy of the book of course Ja'Air Bush was great. The male narrator Jaceion Hunter, as the male narrator voice, great but as a female or child, is a no.
Thanks to NetGalley and RBMedia.
The prolouge pulled me in for sure. The inital scene with Solomon, Victor and Jersei, YAASSSSS!!!
Cause tf lol.
But after that everything fell apart for me. The way Jersei was talking to Vayce (ok) was the most diabolical disrespectful ish ever. OMGGGGGG. First, very confused on why she came in so hard and the way they were talking to each other at the school, first meeting and Vayce not the daddy. LIKE WHATT!!!...
There was so much fictioning in this book, I was taken aback, couldnt even compare it to my good TUBI ( i love TUBI). The way Vayce acted when meeting Solomon, made me like Solomon and Victor. I was over it if team doing too much was a thing it was Jersei and Vayce, im sorry.
Every adult interaction in this book was awful and yea no. While the explicit scenes were hot and heavy beside the one towards at the school while in session turned me more off from the story. This truly would have been a DNF but it got me through my workday.
I received an early audio copy of the book of course Ja'Air Bush was great. The male narrator Jaceion Hunter, as the male narrator voice, great but as a female or child, is a no.
Thanks to NetGalley and RBMedia.
April 8, 2026
Hilarious and spicy and, thankfully, not homophobic
February 6, 2026
I received a free audiobook of this book via Netgalley!
Listen… this book had me grinning, kicking my feet, and whispering “oh they’re so cute for this.” Zee Renee really delivered a slow burn that actually burns... steady, intentional, grown‑folks pacing with just enough spice to keep you leaning in.
We follow Jersie, a single mom picking up the pieces after catching her long‑term partner cheating (with a man, no less), and Vayce, her son’s school counselor who has already lived a whole life before page one. Their first meeting is all tension and concern after her son gets into a scuffle, but it’s the summer break run‑ins that shift everything. Suddenly they’re talking, laughing, opening up… and you can feel the foundation forming brick by brick.
What I loved most is how earned this romance feels. Neither of them was looking for love — and yet there it was, showing up anyway, soft and patient. Vayce respects her so deeply, listens to her, sees her, and helps her understand herself without ever trying to “fix” her. And she gives him that same emotional safety right back. It’s mutual healing without the melodrama.
And let me just say:
Jersie’s son? My favorite character.
That little old soul had me cackling and clutching my chest. Wise beyond his years but still absolutely a kid...that mix is hard to write, and Zee Renee nailed it. As a parent of a kid with that same “tiny philosopher but also still loves snacks and chaos” energy, it felt so real.
The narrators also did their thing. The voices fit the characters, the pacing was smooth, and the emotional beats landed exactly where they needed to.
Overall, this was sweet, steady, a little spicy, and full of heart. A slow burn that actually respects the slow while still giving you chemistry, banter, and a well‑earned HEA.
Listen… this book had me grinning, kicking my feet, and whispering “oh they’re so cute for this.” Zee Renee really delivered a slow burn that actually burns... steady, intentional, grown‑folks pacing with just enough spice to keep you leaning in.
We follow Jersie, a single mom picking up the pieces after catching her long‑term partner cheating (with a man, no less), and Vayce, her son’s school counselor who has already lived a whole life before page one. Their first meeting is all tension and concern after her son gets into a scuffle, but it’s the summer break run‑ins that shift everything. Suddenly they’re talking, laughing, opening up… and you can feel the foundation forming brick by brick.
What I loved most is how earned this romance feels. Neither of them was looking for love — and yet there it was, showing up anyway, soft and patient. Vayce respects her so deeply, listens to her, sees her, and helps her understand herself without ever trying to “fix” her. And she gives him that same emotional safety right back. It’s mutual healing without the melodrama.
And let me just say:
Jersie’s son? My favorite character.
That little old soul had me cackling and clutching my chest. Wise beyond his years but still absolutely a kid...that mix is hard to write, and Zee Renee nailed it. As a parent of a kid with that same “tiny philosopher but also still loves snacks and chaos” energy, it felt so real.
The narrators also did their thing. The voices fit the characters, the pacing was smooth, and the emotional beats landed exactly where they needed to.
Overall, this was sweet, steady, a little spicy, and full of heart. A slow burn that actually respects the slow while still giving you chemistry, banter, and a well‑earned HEA.
May 27, 2026
The book started off good And captures your attention and after the first few chapters it’s a bit underwhelming. I enjoyed the banter between the two but nothing memorable.
October 30, 2025
LONG POST!!!!
I Love Zee down but I had to DNF at around 82% in the book. This just wasn’t one of her best work TO ME and I tried to keep pushing through. The story didn’t flow like her writing usually does and some stuff seemed to be added in for extra “drama effect” when it wasn’t needed.
My lord the use of the word “nigga” in this book was a major overkill. I know this is urban fiction and I know we are some niggas but damn. It was literally almost every sentence🥴🥴.
Her having the MMC hint at the fact that he killed someone and that he was willing to do it again seemed so out of place and forced in this book🙃. I don’t care how “hood” she tried to make him…. It just didn’t give that to me🤦🏾♀️.
Also, while I get we were suppose to hate her ex and he was trash for how he did her. Having him SUDDENLY hate her so much and SUDDENLY become this dead beat who doesn’t acknowledge or spend time with his kid seemed odd. They were only broken up for about 10 months and you’re trying to tell me suddenly he doesn’t even know his child’s interest anymore when buying a gift for his birthday? The birthday party scene was cringe and predictable with the gifts. It would’ve been different if these were some of his traits from the beginning but we were told the opposite. We were told how he was a great dad and how much his son loved him. So to have him suddenly be this dead beat just to make the new man look good was very odd.
Another thing, midway through the book it started to give off that Jersei weren’t use to things (in a sense) or that the MMC was introducing her to a life of luxury. When that also wasn’t the case. We were told at the beginning that the ex took good care of her FINANCIALLY, paid all of the bills, she was riding in a luxury car, they were living in a three story 5 bedroom home in an upscale neighborhood, the son had a condition that definitely required a lot of money and good health insurance and she was a SAHM. So he was definitely financially well off even if he wasn’t a “millionaire”. So that was throwing me for a loop as well, like she wasn’t used to luxury.
I just feel like the story would’ve been great had we completely forgotten about the ex. Just keep him in the background being a co-parent who we never hear from again. Let us see Jersei build her life over and find a new man who love her down. Building drama around the ex and having him suddenly be a dead beat and still talking about him and the drama going on in his life or even the Karma that he was receiving I just didn’t care for🤷🏾♀️. Because it just seemed like that was done in an effort to boost the new man which made it corny TO ME🙄. Once she stepped out of that office in the beginning and the time jump hit I was cool with never hearing from that man again other than a mention of the son being with him for the weekend so her and her new man had the house to themselves.
Other than that I did like the banter between the MMC and FMC.
I Love Zee down but I had to DNF at around 82% in the book. This just wasn’t one of her best work TO ME and I tried to keep pushing through. The story didn’t flow like her writing usually does and some stuff seemed to be added in for extra “drama effect” when it wasn’t needed.
My lord the use of the word “nigga” in this book was a major overkill. I know this is urban fiction and I know we are some niggas but damn. It was literally almost every sentence🥴🥴.
Her having the MMC hint at the fact that he killed someone and that he was willing to do it again seemed so out of place and forced in this book🙃. I don’t care how “hood” she tried to make him…. It just didn’t give that to me🤦🏾♀️.
Also, while I get we were suppose to hate her ex and he was trash for how he did her. Having him SUDDENLY hate her so much and SUDDENLY become this dead beat who doesn’t acknowledge or spend time with his kid seemed odd. They were only broken up for about 10 months and you’re trying to tell me suddenly he doesn’t even know his child’s interest anymore when buying a gift for his birthday? The birthday party scene was cringe and predictable with the gifts. It would’ve been different if these were some of his traits from the beginning but we were told the opposite. We were told how he was a great dad and how much his son loved him. So to have him suddenly be this dead beat just to make the new man look good was very odd.
Another thing, midway through the book it started to give off that Jersei weren’t use to things (in a sense) or that the MMC was introducing her to a life of luxury. When that also wasn’t the case. We were told at the beginning that the ex took good care of her FINANCIALLY, paid all of the bills, she was riding in a luxury car, they were living in a three story 5 bedroom home in an upscale neighborhood, the son had a condition that definitely required a lot of money and good health insurance and she was a SAHM. So he was definitely financially well off even if he wasn’t a “millionaire”. So that was throwing me for a loop as well, like she wasn’t used to luxury.
I just feel like the story would’ve been great had we completely forgotten about the ex. Just keep him in the background being a co-parent who we never hear from again. Let us see Jersei build her life over and find a new man who love her down. Building drama around the ex and having him suddenly be a dead beat and still talking about him and the drama going on in his life or even the Karma that he was receiving I just didn’t care for🤷🏾♀️. Because it just seemed like that was done in an effort to boost the new man which made it corny TO ME🙄. Once she stepped out of that office in the beginning and the time jump hit I was cool with never hearing from that man again other than a mention of the son being with him for the weekend so her and her new man had the house to themselves.
Other than that I did like the banter between the MMC and FMC.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
September 25, 2025
ahhh not zee’s typical story but still a got damn good story! so proud of my good sis! vayce that’s a good man savannah!
that epilogue tho?! oh my!
that epilogue tho?! oh my!
February 16, 2026
This cover has you fooled! This was SPICY and the storyline was on point. It was my first book by this author and i genuinely enjoyed it.
September 27, 2025
This was so good! Definitely a different vibe for Zee but she nailed it! Vayce an Jersei story was so beautiful! A single mom just tryna make it on her own and a divorced man who was broken and thought he wouldn’t have a love of his own again! Baby daddy was trash! Vayce ain’t play about his queen and i loved when the “hood rat” came up outta him ! Loved the bond between Jersei and her son Zy! Loved the sibling bond between Vayce and his sister . Bubby and sissy were the cutest! The bond between Vayce and Zy top tier! We love a good step daddy moment ! Everything about the book was chefs kiss. I loved it !
February 10, 2026
Arc Review: Off The Charts
5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Let me tell y’all this was everything and more. The Drama, healing and love that I read in this book was amazing!!!
Jersey, now a single mother trying to find herself after ending a 10 year relationship meets her son’s school counselor Mr. Vase Denver. He shows Jersey that it is ok to be make time for herself and chase her dreams all while showing her that true love is supportive, kind and loud!
If you want a steamy romance that will make you laugh check out Off The Charts available tomorrow!!
5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Let me tell y’all this was everything and more. The Drama, healing and love that I read in this book was amazing!!!
Jersey, now a single mother trying to find herself after ending a 10 year relationship meets her son’s school counselor Mr. Vase Denver. He shows Jersey that it is ok to be make time for herself and chase her dreams all while showing her that true love is supportive, kind and loud!
If you want a steamy romance that will make you laugh check out Off The Charts available tomorrow!!
February 19, 2026
WOW this book started off with a bang which leads to Jersei becoming a single mom. Jersei must now have to learn who she is and what she wants besides being Zion’s mom.
When Jersei meets Vayce a counselor at Zion’s school she steps in with a chip on her shoulders and all Vayce can see is how he’s going to enjoy tearing down her walls figuratively and literally.
This was a cute story. I do wish we got to learn more about Solomon’s demise just to add a little more mess. But this was a good slow burn and Vayce was the perfect step daddy for Zion.
Thanks to NetGalley for the ALC!
When Jersei meets Vayce a counselor at Zion’s school she steps in with a chip on her shoulders and all Vayce can see is how he’s going to enjoy tearing down her walls figuratively and literally.
This was a cute story. I do wish we got to learn more about Solomon’s demise just to add a little more mess. But this was a good slow burn and Vayce was the perfect step daddy for Zion.
Thanks to NetGalley for the ALC!
September 27, 2025
ARC REVIEW
4/5
— Vayce and Jersei’s love story was a good time. A slow burn done just right. I think my cheeks are still hurting from all of the smiling and blushing they had me doing. Vayce was intentional, confident and patient when it came to Jersei. Jersei’s defenses couldn’t stand a chance when it came to Vayce.
— Two broken hearts unexpectedly mend and heal into one healthy love. Stepdaddy MVP. Black woman loved the right way.
4/5
— Vayce and Jersei’s love story was a good time. A slow burn done just right. I think my cheeks are still hurting from all of the smiling and blushing they had me doing. Vayce was intentional, confident and patient when it came to Jersei. Jersei’s defenses couldn’t stand a chance when it came to Vayce.
— Two broken hearts unexpectedly mend and heal into one healthy love. Stepdaddy MVP. Black woman loved the right way.
March 1, 2026
Please don’t judge this book by the cover 😂 first chapter is wild as heck. This was easily a five star read due to the author having me laugh at loud at Jersei and Vayce crazy selves. One thing I love in a good book is some good humor, character development and well written. This book was all of that and more and I loved every second of it. It was the perfect amount of spice as well.
Zion by far my fave, little dude funny mane lol please go read, you won’t be disappointed!!
Zion by far my fave, little dude funny mane lol please go read, you won’t be disappointed!!
October 11, 2025
4.5 Stars
February 15, 2026
2.75⭐️ This book wasn’t memorable. Not terrible but also not great I’ll probably forget about it in an hour😬
April 13, 2026
I wanted to love this book so bad! This book had potential but the N word every other word ruined the cute banter for me.
September 2, 2026
Okay after reading the prologue I thought shit was finna get sticky….however it went from 0 to 1000 back down to like 30…. Idk I think the extremes of the prologue had me expecting something else.
But once the story between them got to going I loved everything about them ! I love that Vase (ik I spelled it wrong lol) was really intentional with Jersei and was loving how he spoke life and support into her . That man knew what he wanted from day one and did not let up !
SN: I was rotfl when she told her BD she would call him for 🍆 sucking refresher lls
But once the story between them got to going I loved everything about them ! I love that Vase (ik I spelled it wrong lol) was really intentional with Jersei and was loving how he spoke life and support into her . That man knew what he wanted from day one and did not let up !
SN: I was rotfl when she told her BD she would call him for 🍆 sucking refresher lls
August 30, 2026
5 ⭐️
Such a cute, spicy, and funny quick read. Jersei & Vayce were too cute! That opening chapter had my jaw dropped!!
Jersei & Vayce love story was intentional, tender, & spicyyy! I loved how they built their relationship and how in tune they were with each other. Their love for music together was so cuteee!
Vayce went through a lot and it was amazing to see him come out of it a better man! I loved how he cared for others and how he pursued Jersei. I was happy to see Jersei find her purpose and put herself first and be loved correctly.
Such a cute, spicy, and funny quick read. Jersei & Vayce were too cute! That opening chapter had my jaw dropped!!
Jersei & Vayce love story was intentional, tender, & spicyyy! I loved how they built their relationship and how in tune they were with each other. Their love for music together was so cuteee!
Vayce went through a lot and it was amazing to see him come out of it a better man! I loved how he cared for others and how he pursued Jersei. I was happy to see Jersei find her purpose and put herself first and be loved correctly.
March 24, 2026
3.45 starsssss
June 30, 2026
3.5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️
May 22, 2026
This book was wild! Catching your boyfriend of 10 years giving top to your son's god father on yall anniversary....you know you're in for a treat. Go ahead and pick it up
February 19, 2026
Absolutely NOT I have never DNF'd a book so quickly in my life. IMO the rampant misogyny is not it at all.
DNF'd the audiobook at 15%. The prologue went 0 to 100 so quick that it already kind of threw me off, then next thing you know the mmc is referring to a coworker flirting with him as 'community p*ssy' and then shortly after the fmc is suggesting that the amount she was awarded in child support after being a stay at home mom for nearly a decade putting her own career and aspirations on hold was too much despite the dad being a wealthy guy (she said she was appalled at the amounts awarded, as in it was too much)- like WHAT?!?!
I hope it gets better, and many reviewers seem to like this one so perhaps it does but I could not get past it, especially the child support comment. I think that's an incredibly harmful narrative to perpetuate considering most people receive very little child support and people are constantly suggesting that dads get the sh*t end of the stick and have to pay far too much which is so inherently untrue.
Thanks to NetGalley and Zee Renee for the ALC.
DNF'd the audiobook at 15%. The prologue went 0 to 100 so quick that it already kind of threw me off, then next thing you know the mmc is referring to a coworker flirting with him as 'community p*ssy' and then shortly after the fmc is suggesting that the amount she was awarded in child support after being a stay at home mom for nearly a decade putting her own career and aspirations on hold was too much despite the dad being a wealthy guy (she said she was appalled at the amounts awarded, as in it was too much)- like WHAT?!?!
I hope it gets better, and many reviewers seem to like this one so perhaps it does but I could not get past it, especially the child support comment. I think that's an incredibly harmful narrative to perpetuate considering most people receive very little child support and people are constantly suggesting that dads get the sh*t end of the stick and have to pay far too much which is so inherently untrue.
Thanks to NetGalley and Zee Renee for the ALC.
April 4, 2026
This was so freaking cute, Jersei & Vayce were made for each other.
Jersei really prevailed after what her EX did because she was literally a girlfriend for a DECADE and then caught her man cheating on her with a man, that shit was crazy. That man literally made her dependent on him and after that she became an independent baddie with a man who loves her son and worships the ground she walks on.
Vayce is THE man, the way he didn’t play about Jersei was everything. He put her in her place respectfully and helped heal a part of herself and himself in the process. The way Vayce had BDE caught me off guard, I was not expecting that whatsoever, literally thought man was gonna be more like a cupcake but I was mistaken.
Also enjoyed how this book actually had me laughing out loud which is rare.
My first Zee Renee book did not disappoint, will be reading more.
Jersei really prevailed after what her EX did because she was literally a girlfriend for a DECADE and then caught her man cheating on her with a man, that shit was crazy. That man literally made her dependent on him and after that she became an independent baddie with a man who loves her son and worships the ground she walks on.
Vayce is THE man, the way he didn’t play about Jersei was everything. He put her in her place respectfully and helped heal a part of herself and himself in the process. The way Vayce had BDE caught me off guard, I was not expecting that whatsoever, literally thought man was gonna be more like a cupcake but I was mistaken.
Also enjoyed how this book actually had me laughing out loud which is rare.
My first Zee Renee book did not disappoint, will be reading more.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
Displaying 1 - 30 of 595 reviews