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Stolen Love
I stole the car.
She raced it.
Our lives changed forever…
I thought I was in control.
I thought I had it all figured out.
I didn’t know how wrong I was until it was too late.
It took me eight years.
Eight years of watching my best friend be with another man.
Eight years of thinking I was in charge, when actually, I controlled nothing.
Now, I want everything that was stolen from me… especially her.
I want her.
And I’m coming for her.
-Amethyst Stone
She raced it.
Our lives changed forever…
I thought I was in control.
I thought I had it all figured out.
I didn’t know how wrong I was until it was too late.
It took me eight years.
Eight years of watching my best friend be with another man.
Eight years of thinking I was in charge, when actually, I controlled nothing.
Now, I want everything that was stolen from me… especially her.
I want her.
And I’m coming for her.
-Amethyst Stone
650 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 28, 2025
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January 7, 2026
I Know You F'n Lying!
This book was 650 pages / 11+ reading hours of confusion, unproductive conversations, repetitive thoughts, and lose ends galore with no resolution in sight. AFTER 650 pages- nothing was resolved- NOTHING - and it ended in a cliffhanger! In all honesty this felt like some type of social experiment or a book that Plus 12 wrote because who are all these people haphazardly thrown in for absolutely no reason? I was honestly waiting for Tyler Perry's Madea character to make an appearance because that is just how random most of these characters and their conversations were.
And I get the "big universe" writing but it has to still make sense to the reader and tie into something. What is even crazier is that I have read all the books in this series and I promise you I was still so lost during many parts of this book. IN MY OPINION as a reader, this type of chaos diminishes the authors shine because it exposes how they will prioritized quantity (adding to their catalog) over quality (a good reading experience for their readers).
Then, let's get into Amethyst as a MMC! You know when something is so ridiculous you just have to shake your head and walk away? That is essentially the sum total of his character because for all the good he did it was overshadowed by his inability to have common sense. And I hate that I have these feelings because this is Aubry J - an author that I really like and a series that has kept me interested in finding out what's next from book one. BUT THIS BOOK!??
Even after reading both the Author's Note and the Trigger Warning - because real talk, just because those things were included doesn't make this type of wasted time any better or give clearance to essentially play in our faces with the merry-go-round of words - It actually had the adverse effect for me and diminished the work- especially because of all the nonsense AND THEN all the grammatical errors too!? Nah fam, with all sincerity and love, this AINT IT. This book was a mess in the worst way.
This book was 650 pages / 11+ reading hours of confusion, unproductive conversations, repetitive thoughts, and lose ends galore with no resolution in sight. AFTER 650 pages- nothing was resolved- NOTHING - and it ended in a cliffhanger! In all honesty this felt like some type of social experiment or a book that Plus 12 wrote because who are all these people haphazardly thrown in for absolutely no reason? I was honestly waiting for Tyler Perry's Madea character to make an appearance because that is just how random most of these characters and their conversations were.
And I get the "big universe" writing but it has to still make sense to the reader and tie into something. What is even crazier is that I have read all the books in this series and I promise you I was still so lost during many parts of this book. IN MY OPINION as a reader, this type of chaos diminishes the authors shine because it exposes how they will prioritized quantity (adding to their catalog) over quality (a good reading experience for their readers).
Then, let's get into Amethyst as a MMC! You know when something is so ridiculous you just have to shake your head and walk away? That is essentially the sum total of his character because for all the good he did it was overshadowed by his inability to have common sense. And I hate that I have these feelings because this is Aubry J - an author that I really like and a series that has kept me interested in finding out what's next from book one. BUT THIS BOOK!??
Even after reading both the Author's Note and the Trigger Warning - because real talk, just because those things were included doesn't make this type of wasted time any better or give clearance to essentially play in our faces with the merry-go-round of words - It actually had the adverse effect for me and diminished the work- especially because of all the nonsense AND THEN all the grammatical errors too!? Nah fam, with all sincerity and love, this AINT IT. This book was a mess in the worst way.
December 30, 2025
OMG
Ignored sleep to read all 650+ pages. I have no words but all the words. Amethyst really is Pyrite’s brother lmaoooo. Them Stone genes are strong. And Legacy really is the only sane one huh?!!
Ignored sleep to read all 650+ pages. I have no words but all the words. Amethyst really is Pyrite’s brother lmaoooo. Them Stone genes are strong. And Legacy really is the only sane one huh?!!
January 5, 2026
I felt like business was unfinished, no answers to multiple questions, confused at how we got here… it wasn’t the urban fiction I’ve been reading.
The familiarity of characters pulled me in. However, there seemed to be multiple story lines going on, which took the focus away from Amethyst & Yale. There was too many plots to follow.
Additionally, some poor editing which had me confused at points in the story.
Nevertheless, I finished and I can’t wait for this story to be resolved because I need closure.
And let me not forget to say Amethyst & Yale were on my last nerves. 🤣
The familiarity of characters pulled me in. However, there seemed to be multiple story lines going on, which took the focus away from Amethyst & Yale. There was too many plots to follow.
Additionally, some poor editing which had me confused at points in the story.
Nevertheless, I finished and I can’t wait for this story to be resolved because I need closure.
And let me not forget to say Amethyst & Yale were on my last nerves. 🤣
March 31, 2026
This book was like a history lesson into the friend group. I learned so much about new and old characters to the point I was getting confused but still held my interest. I do wish there was some type of closure but all this book did was leave me with more questions than answers.
I’m actually glad I got the history lesson because Amethyst got on my damn nerves. He was too quick to respond without getting all the facts. Yale got a reunion with her sisters she never knew she had which made me happy for her.
Both Amethyst and Yale need a lesson in communication because they were both horrible at it.
But I am excited to learn more about Xoey plus twelve and Corinthians. We need those books ASAP!
Overall I give it a 3.5🌟
I’m actually glad I got the history lesson because Amethyst got on my damn nerves. He was too quick to respond without getting all the facts. Yale got a reunion with her sisters she never knew she had which made me happy for her.
Both Amethyst and Yale need a lesson in communication because they were both horrible at it.
But I am excited to learn more about Xoey plus twelve and Corinthians. We need those books ASAP!
Overall I give it a 3.5🌟
January 6, 2026
too many moving parts, no resolution
600+ pages and still nothing really resolved. Even reading most of the interconnected books I’m confused on the back stories & how they all tie into each. Not to mention with the adding of more characters it’s making even more difficult to keep up with.
600+ pages and still nothing really resolved. Even reading most of the interconnected books I’m confused on the back stories & how they all tie into each. Not to mention with the adding of more characters it’s making even more difficult to keep up with.
January 8, 2026
Anticlimactic. Too many twists without any resolution.
I enjoy Aubry J’s writing style, and I have read through most of her catalogue. However, Stolen Love lost me. So much happened in this story, yet nothing at all seemed to be happening at the same time.
Was this really Yale and Amethyst’s story? Sure, maybe about 20% of the book focused on them. The rest of the book was filled with secrets and piecemeal information about another ongoing storyline, along with a revolving door of characters. As soon as I thought we were getting somewhere, I was left hanging again.
I can appreciate Yale just being a girl and not some deranged, unhinged menace like everyone else in his universe. I couldn’t connect with either Yale or Amethyst. Even after the author’s note and trigger warning about the miscommunication trope, I’m still annoyed with them as a couple. The 600+ pages of a wild goose chase left me underwhelmed. Every family is not to be played with, yet they all are getting played.
I have no desire to read what happens with Xoey and Gifts’ storyline.
I enjoy Aubry J’s writing style, and I have read through most of her catalogue. However, Stolen Love lost me. So much happened in this story, yet nothing at all seemed to be happening at the same time.
Was this really Yale and Amethyst’s story? Sure, maybe about 20% of the book focused on them. The rest of the book was filled with secrets and piecemeal information about another ongoing storyline, along with a revolving door of characters. As soon as I thought we were getting somewhere, I was left hanging again.
I can appreciate Yale just being a girl and not some deranged, unhinged menace like everyone else in his universe. I couldn’t connect with either Yale or Amethyst. Even after the author’s note and trigger warning about the miscommunication trope, I’m still annoyed with them as a couple. The 600+ pages of a wild goose chase left me underwhelmed. Every family is not to be played with, yet they all are getting played.
I have no desire to read what happens with Xoey and Gifts’ storyline.
December 29, 2025
Once I started I couldn’t put it down.
This book was long but for good reason, A LOT happened! Chile I don’t even know where to start from.
One thing about Miss Aubry is that she can write her a** off really.
Am and Yales story was such a big miscommunication trope, I wanted to scream at Am so many times, he was so hard headed. I just wanted him to slow down sometimes.
The plot twists in this book? Ahhhh so much happened. Everything is so connected and so messed up. Corinthians? She’s certified. I cannot wait for her story.
I’m really glad that towards the end Am got his act together and was open about everything, it’s such a shame that it took such a long time for them to get their happy ending. All because they were part of something bigger than them!
I love Papa Stone and Mama Diamond!
Cannot wait for Xoey’s story!
These characters feel like real people to me, maybe I need a stint in the asylum with Krude!
This book was long but for good reason, A LOT happened! Chile I don’t even know where to start from.
One thing about Miss Aubry is that she can write her a** off really.
Am and Yales story was such a big miscommunication trope, I wanted to scream at Am so many times, he was so hard headed. I just wanted him to slow down sometimes.
The plot twists in this book? Ahhhh so much happened. Everything is so connected and so messed up. Corinthians? She’s certified. I cannot wait for her story.
I’m really glad that towards the end Am got his act together and was open about everything, it’s such a shame that it took such a long time for them to get their happy ending. All because they were part of something bigger than them!
I love Papa Stone and Mama Diamond!
Cannot wait for Xoey’s story!
These characters feel like real people to me, maybe I need a stint in the asylum with Krude!
December 30, 2025
Read this book Immediately!
That Aubry J done did it again! This book is mind blowing! From the twists you don’t see coming to the secrets being uncovered Will have your head spinning! Take notes in every chapter and join the patreon! This is a five star read!!
That Aubry J done did it again! This book is mind blowing! From the twists you don’t see coming to the secrets being uncovered Will have your head spinning! Take notes in every chapter and join the patreon! This is a five star read!!
January 6, 2026
Whew chile we wanting Zoey +12 so bad but miss author lady said y’all thinking too singular and missing vital parts because I mean every bit of this 650 hit with a twist and turn from this series/ universe once again you did your big one definitely a good way to start my 2026 reading year
May 6, 2026
Great
Thus book was so damn good. Twist and turns. Keeping track of the family tree had me on my toes. Now I'm waiting for the next book!!!
Thus book was so damn good. Twist and turns. Keeping track of the family tree had me on my toes. Now I'm waiting for the next book!!!
February 3, 2026
Aubry J never disappoints, the world building is insane! It’s a lot to keep up with but well worth it. I can wait for what’s next!
January 9, 2026
I love Aubry J. And I WAITED FOR THIS TO DROP. This book missed the typical Aubry J. mark. There was too much going on and it took away from Am and Yales story. I wanted to fall for them like all the other couples in the universe but i feel like this couple was overshadowed by ALL THE OTHER PEOPLE. I know this is a set up for the next 2 books (xoey+12 and Corithians) but what about Am and Yale. There story didn’t get an ending…
I’m disappointed in this book.
I’m disappointed in this book.
January 10, 2026
Too many plots!
The story had a million characters and it was impossible to follow the story! There was a different character in every sentence! Overall love this author but I can’t keep up with a million plots!
The story had a million characters and it was impossible to follow the story! There was a different character in every sentence! Overall love this author but I can’t keep up with a million plots!
January 7, 2026
So much going on in this book.couldn’t keep up. Dnf
January 4, 2026
I’m conflicted.
600+ pages and we’re ending on a cliff hanger ? Aubry girl I like you but be fr. Additionally while this was suppose to be Am & Yale’s story it had WAY to many moving pieces. And we still didn’t fully get a resolution. All the names and relationships were getting confusing. Girl give us a family tree like nick cannon baby mamas at this point.
But overall the story was entertaining, a bit long winded but I’ll still continue to read her series.
600+ pages and we’re ending on a cliff hanger ? Aubry girl I like you but be fr. Additionally while this was suppose to be Am & Yale’s story it had WAY to many moving pieces. And we still didn’t fully get a resolution. All the names and relationships were getting confusing. Girl give us a family tree like nick cannon baby mamas at this point.
But overall the story was entertaining, a bit long winded but I’ll still continue to read her series.
January 3, 2026
nerve wrecking
It was overstimulating! So many people to try and piece together. I felt like some of the families could have been eased in instead of going all in at once! It was a lot!
It was overstimulating! So many people to try and piece together. I felt like some of the families could have been eased in instead of going all in at once! It was a lot!
April 23, 2026
I need a 🚬 and a 🍹 after all that! Seriously though, you gotta put some respect on her name. Author Aubry J truly left it all on the table with this one.
I'm still processing everything that happened, my mind is totally blown. The way she crafts these stories is just next-level amazing. She really knows how to pull you in and not let go.
It's definitely a must-read if you haven't already entered this crazy world she's created! My heart is still racing from the intensity. Wow, just wow.
If ever there were a poster couple, for miscommunication, it would be Amethyst and Yale. Lord have, mercy!
There was so much uncovered in this book. Have your notepads ready.
And just as we were chantin, "give us Xoey's book", Corinthians showed up, showed out and showed us why her book should be next.
I will however say, there was some character development on Gift. Seem he is not the quiet guy we thought he was making him the perfect match and balance for Xoey +12.
She did have my head spinning a bit, trying to keep up with all these additional characters and names.
Look forward to the next installment cuz I got questions
#AuthorAubryJ
#RespectHerName
#EmotionalRollercoaster #Storytelling
Update 4/23/26
Even better the second time around.
Amethyst was a tickin time bomb, just running around wrecking stuff!
This book, however, had so much information packed in. So many family revelations and secrets.
If you're a fan of the series, get your notepad ready, because you got work to do.
I'm still processing everything that happened, my mind is totally blown. The way she crafts these stories is just next-level amazing. She really knows how to pull you in and not let go.
It's definitely a must-read if you haven't already entered this crazy world she's created! My heart is still racing from the intensity. Wow, just wow.
If ever there were a poster couple, for miscommunication, it would be Amethyst and Yale. Lord have, mercy!
There was so much uncovered in this book. Have your notepads ready.
And just as we were chantin, "give us Xoey's book", Corinthians showed up, showed out and showed us why her book should be next.
I will however say, there was some character development on Gift. Seem he is not the quiet guy we thought he was making him the perfect match and balance for Xoey +12.
She did have my head spinning a bit, trying to keep up with all these additional characters and names.
Look forward to the next installment cuz I got questions
#AuthorAubryJ
#RespectHerName
#EmotionalRollercoaster #Storytelling
Update 4/23/26
Even better the second time around.
Amethyst was a tickin time bomb, just running around wrecking stuff!
This book, however, had so much information packed in. So many family revelations and secrets.
If you're a fan of the series, get your notepad ready, because you got work to do.
May 26, 2026
Our Family Secrets
I waited to read this book and I’m glad I did because I needed to make sure I could give it my full attention!!!…Imagine thinking you unalived a sibling you didn’t know you had, or being married to a person, only to realize you never knew them?!!…Then to find out your father is watching you from afar and he is part of the reason your life has been turned upside down!!!…Imagine the sins of your parents become the tragedy of their children and some of the players have been in your family circle, playing in y’all face!!!…
This book did not disappoint!!!…Although Amethyst was running around like a loose cannon, I truly understood his need to protect his best friend!!!…
I was real ticked at how Quincy played in their face and was glad they were able to serve up his karma!!!…
Grant was a real sick individual too and his karma should have been a slow one!!!…He played all in Yale’s face and she had no clue!!!…The way he treated Shelly was so demonic, but to also learn that she was part of the set up was even more disturbing!!!…
Yale and Amethyst friendship was a beautiful one!!!…He loved her so much, that he watched her marry someone else and build with him!!!..
But his plan to impregnate her was a beautiful form of betrayal too!!!…Grant had a plan, so he didn’t want her to get pregnant!!!…
Yale said she was NOT that woman to raise children her husband had with another woman and she stood on that too!!!…
Corinthian walked in that room and let those heads roll, with Krude right there by her side!!!…Calm Krude too!!!…
This book has so much going on and I can’t wait to see what happens next because Uri is not letting Corinthian go and Robert said he’s not either, so this saga has gotten real deep!!!…
I waited to read this book and I’m glad I did because I needed to make sure I could give it my full attention!!!…Imagine thinking you unalived a sibling you didn’t know you had, or being married to a person, only to realize you never knew them?!!…Then to find out your father is watching you from afar and he is part of the reason your life has been turned upside down!!!…Imagine the sins of your parents become the tragedy of their children and some of the players have been in your family circle, playing in y’all face!!!…
This book did not disappoint!!!…Although Amethyst was running around like a loose cannon, I truly understood his need to protect his best friend!!!…
I was real ticked at how Quincy played in their face and was glad they were able to serve up his karma!!!…
Grant was a real sick individual too and his karma should have been a slow one!!!…He played all in Yale’s face and she had no clue!!!…The way he treated Shelly was so demonic, but to also learn that she was part of the set up was even more disturbing!!!…
Yale and Amethyst friendship was a beautiful one!!!…He loved her so much, that he watched her marry someone else and build with him!!!..
But his plan to impregnate her was a beautiful form of betrayal too!!!…Grant had a plan, so he didn’t want her to get pregnant!!!…
Yale said she was NOT that woman to raise children her husband had with another woman and she stood on that too!!!…
Corinthian walked in that room and let those heads roll, with Krude right there by her side!!!…Calm Krude too!!!…
This book has so much going on and I can’t wait to see what happens next because Uri is not letting Corinthian go and Robert said he’s not either, so this saga has gotten real deep!!!…
January 6, 2026
😈🔥Five stars isn’t enough and that’s frankly disrespectful to me. Love, Drama, and Nobody’s Safe was messy in the most diabolical way, and I will be requiring a cocktail, a nap, and maybe therapy to recover. Aubry J. deserves exponentially more credit because this book is actually a personal attack.
The interconnected storylines Illegal. Somebody should’ve stopped her. My brain is STILL buffering twist after twist after twist, no seatbelt, no brakes, just straight emotional whiplash and vibes. The storytelling is criminally good and absolutely refuses to let you breathe.
I am violently unwell over this universe and already stressed about the next installment because baby Corinthians is clearly about to wake up and choose violence as a lifestyle. KRUDEEEEE showed out like rent was due, but let’s be clear—XOEY is THAT girl. Forever favorite. The blueprint. Argue with the wall.
The backstory is not optional; it’s mandatory emotional damage. Especially Amethyst, who was told to slow down and instead said “watch this” while throwing logic, reason, and self-preservation directly into traffic for Yale. I wanted to crawl into the book and shake him until common sense activated.
Passion Unhinged. Love Toxic but cute. Murder Just enough to keep the heart rate up. And the older generation’s secrets. EVIL. NASTY. FOUL. Every reveal had me gasping, yelling, and questioning my ability to read peacefully.
This book stole my peace, my sanity, and my will to be productive. No survivors. No notes. A chaotic, emotionally violent masterpiece—and yes, I will be seated for the next one. Front row. No hesitation.
March 25, 2026
Stolen Love: Almost Had Me, But Not Quite 💔✨ (3.5⭐️
I’m not even gonna lie… I love me some Yale and Amethyst, but this one? It took a little work to keep up. Like if you blinked too long, you might miss a whole emotional shift or plot turn. It wasn’t confusing in a bad way, just… layered in a way that made you work for it.
Amethyst held it down heavy in that friend role, and I respected how he moved. Loyalty was never in question. And Yale? She stood firm on protecting him from her perspective, which I could respect even if it added to that constant push and pull between them. But whew… that back and forth started to feel like a loop I couldn’t escape.
Now let’s talk about what I really wanted… Xoey and Gift. Baby, I was ready for that story. Every little glimpse felt like a teaser that never fully dropped 🎬
There was action, tension, and the way all the characters were intertwined kept things interesting. But compared to the previous books? This one didn’t leave me full. It felt like pieces were missing, like we only got fragments instead of the full picture.
And Yale and Amethyst… yeah, they had their moments, but their storyline felt a little predictable. I kept waiting on that twist, that pressure, that moment that shakes the table… and it just never fully hit.
Overall, not a bad read, just feels unfinished—like it stopped right before it really got to the good part.
I’m still locked in though 👀… I just need the next book to come through heavy, because right now? I’m still a little hungry.
I’m not even gonna lie… I love me some Yale and Amethyst, but this one? It took a little work to keep up. Like if you blinked too long, you might miss a whole emotional shift or plot turn. It wasn’t confusing in a bad way, just… layered in a way that made you work for it.
Amethyst held it down heavy in that friend role, and I respected how he moved. Loyalty was never in question. And Yale? She stood firm on protecting him from her perspective, which I could respect even if it added to that constant push and pull between them. But whew… that back and forth started to feel like a loop I couldn’t escape.
Now let’s talk about what I really wanted… Xoey and Gift. Baby, I was ready for that story. Every little glimpse felt like a teaser that never fully dropped 🎬
There was action, tension, and the way all the characters were intertwined kept things interesting. But compared to the previous books? This one didn’t leave me full. It felt like pieces were missing, like we only got fragments instead of the full picture.
And Yale and Amethyst… yeah, they had their moments, but their storyline felt a little predictable. I kept waiting on that twist, that pressure, that moment that shakes the table… and it just never fully hit.
Overall, not a bad read, just feels unfinished—like it stopped right before it really got to the good part.
I’m still locked in though 👀… I just need the next book to come through heavy, because right now? I’m still a little hungry.
January 9, 2026
Amethyst and Yale
I really thought Lavender was going to have a happy ensding...didnt expect that twist at all.
I always thought the way their parents were taken out sound weird
I lobe a good mystery, but when lack of communication is yhe source, i be stressed. Yelling at the characters, pleading with them to say someyhing, reveal all the secrets at once and stop beating aorund the bush. However, my way would shorten the story....lol
Amethyst and Yale met in college and became beat friends. They both were manipuated into agreememts that were not a benefit to them.
Years later after wasted time, they begin to learn that they are pawns in a game. A game that is bigger than them and goes back generations.
At first Amethyst believe that he can watch his bestfirend be qith somone else. After heearned some things, he decides that he can't and started making moves for the woman that he wants. However, he also learns of the plot against and is making decsions that he thinks will kewp her safe.
Yale married somone to protect her beatfriend. Her husband is never there and she spends much of her time with her bestfriend. She is not in agreement with how he tries to protect her.
Great addition to the series. It kept me on the edge of my seat. However, these familes are so big and all the names be mentioned.....take notes
I really thought Lavender was going to have a happy ensding...didnt expect that twist at all.
I always thought the way their parents were taken out sound weird
I lobe a good mystery, but when lack of communication is yhe source, i be stressed. Yelling at the characters, pleading with them to say someyhing, reveal all the secrets at once and stop beating aorund the bush. However, my way would shorten the story....lol
Amethyst and Yale met in college and became beat friends. They both were manipuated into agreememts that were not a benefit to them.
Years later after wasted time, they begin to learn that they are pawns in a game. A game that is bigger than them and goes back generations.
At first Amethyst believe that he can watch his bestfirend be qith somone else. After heearned some things, he decides that he can't and started making moves for the woman that he wants. However, he also learns of the plot against and is making decsions that he thinks will kewp her safe.
Yale married somone to protect her beatfriend. Her husband is never there and she spends much of her time with her bestfriend. She is not in agreement with how he tries to protect her.
Great addition to the series. It kept me on the edge of my seat. However, these familes are so big and all the names be mentioned.....take notes
July 25, 2026
The Ties that Bind Are Starting to Fray Around the Edges…
Aubry J put her FOOT in this one! Bonds are tested like a mutha🤬 in this one…
I waited patiently oh so patiently for this here book. But I knew I should’ve kept waiting because I got it bad and Baby…I didn’t want to read it…because I knew what reading it would lead to 😮💨
Sociopathic behavior 🤦🏾♀️
Long nights, not wanting to go to sleep, not wanting to talk to anyone, not wanting anyone to talk to me, and the biggest one…not wanting this book to end because IT’S A SAGAAAA!!! 😭😭
There are so many key psychos to love, and I love Yale & Amethyst with the Universities and the Stones, Krude & the Bible Thumpers, the Numbers, the Solar Systems, the Days,, and er’rybawdy else in this lovingly twisted multiverse so MUCH!
She went to the Bin & rounded up ALL the lunatics to come out to play! And you know once they’re out… 👀 Yeti 🥺
I so love *FICTIONAL* crazy people who have strong familial ties and healthy secure relationships 🤩😍🥰.
But…but…Noooow 🥺😭 I have to wait for the next oooone 😭😭😭
I think I’m gonna go back and read and listen to the whooooole series (AGAIN) right before the next installment comes out. There were some pieces of this puzzle that didn’t quite fit for me…so REEEEWIIIIND! 🎧📖📳
Yuh, good stuff! 🌹 🖤 ♥️🖤♥️ ¡BRAVA!
Aubry J put her FOOT in this one! Bonds are tested like a mutha🤬 in this one…
I waited patiently oh so patiently for this here book. But I knew I should’ve kept waiting because I got it bad and Baby…I didn’t want to read it…because I knew what reading it would lead to 😮💨
Sociopathic behavior 🤦🏾♀️
Long nights, not wanting to go to sleep, not wanting to talk to anyone, not wanting anyone to talk to me, and the biggest one…not wanting this book to end because IT’S A SAGAAAA!!! 😭😭
There are so many key psychos to love, and I love Yale & Amethyst with the Universities and the Stones, Krude & the Bible Thumpers, the Numbers, the Solar Systems, the Days,, and er’rybawdy else in this lovingly twisted multiverse so MUCH!
She went to the Bin & rounded up ALL the lunatics to come out to play! And you know once they’re out… 👀 Yeti 🥺
I so love *FICTIONAL* crazy people who have strong familial ties and healthy secure relationships 🤩😍🥰.
But…but…Noooow 🥺😭 I have to wait for the next oooone 😭😭😭
I think I’m gonna go back and read and listen to the whooooole series (AGAIN) right before the next installment comes out. There were some pieces of this puzzle that didn’t quite fit for me…so REEEEWIIIIND! 🎧📖📳
Yuh, good stuff! 🌹 🖤 ♥️🖤♥️ ¡BRAVA!
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May 24, 20264.7 ⭐️⭐️
Amethyst got on my NERVES!!! And while I know, she gave us a trigger warning, he was insufferable for a good 350 pages of this book. He took not listening and not communicating to a totally different level. However, the way he loved sunshine, my God! He loved her so much. He stood by and watched her be with somebody else, I don’t have it in my God!
Now, onto the actual book. I know some people had an issue with all of the characters and families being introduced and saying it was confusing - but honestly, I think we needed this book. We know a little bit of the story for Corinthians and Uri - as well as how they are connected to Robert. We also understand through this book how the older generation is connected. We also get, sunshine sisters, which sets us up for citrines book.
Now was it long, absolutely, was it incredibly detailed, yes and yes, again. I would not say it was confusing as much as it was a book that is leading to at least 3 to 4 other books, while telling the story of Amethyst and Yale(Sunshine). Overall, this was a really good book. I really loved the love story wrapped up in all of the chaos. It also has me anticipating the next few books because I know it’s Citrine, Plus 12, and Corinthians+Uri.
Amethyst got on my NERVES!!! And while I know, she gave us a trigger warning, he was insufferable for a good 350 pages of this book. He took not listening and not communicating to a totally different level. However, the way he loved sunshine, my God! He loved her so much. He stood by and watched her be with somebody else, I don’t have it in my God!
Now, onto the actual book. I know some people had an issue with all of the characters and families being introduced and saying it was confusing - but honestly, I think we needed this book. We know a little bit of the story for Corinthians and Uri - as well as how they are connected to Robert. We also understand through this book how the older generation is connected. We also get, sunshine sisters, which sets us up for citrines book.
Now was it long, absolutely, was it incredibly detailed, yes and yes, again. I would not say it was confusing as much as it was a book that is leading to at least 3 to 4 other books, while telling the story of Amethyst and Yale(Sunshine). Overall, this was a really good book. I really loved the love story wrapped up in all of the chaos. It also has me anticipating the next few books because I know it’s Citrine, Plus 12, and Corinthians+Uri.
January 7, 2026
What did I just read
I don't even think this book would ever get the proper review or recognition because everyone's view will be different. For it to be 650 pages, my interst could not tell. I was wired from the beginning to now because I finished last night.
Everything we thought we knew or assumed was a lie. The pages were filled with smokes and mirrors and I was like Amethyst after a while, I wanted the truth. All the elders playing in people face. Mecca, oh, your words pissed me off too. I am still looking at you sideways. Yale and Amethyst ya'll communication skills need a LOT of work. Hard headed selves. Pops should have knocked both of you up side the head. Then again, those secrets.
Now on to the good stuff. I am disappointed in everything that was revealed. Krude... sir I need you to crash out. Corinthians, welcome. Psalm, bravo. The two of you are me ultimate spirit animals. Amethyst, sir, your knife work and mind is a dangerous thing. I got hot and bothered reading each step. Twisted I know but on so satisfying. I was with Xoey 12 on that one.
That ending... Chef's kiss Aubry. I will wait.
I don't even think this book would ever get the proper review or recognition because everyone's view will be different. For it to be 650 pages, my interst could not tell. I was wired from the beginning to now because I finished last night.
Everything we thought we knew or assumed was a lie. The pages were filled with smokes and mirrors and I was like Amethyst after a while, I wanted the truth. All the elders playing in people face. Mecca, oh, your words pissed me off too. I am still looking at you sideways. Yale and Amethyst ya'll communication skills need a LOT of work. Hard headed selves. Pops should have knocked both of you up side the head. Then again, those secrets.
Now on to the good stuff. I am disappointed in everything that was revealed. Krude... sir I need you to crash out. Corinthians, welcome. Psalm, bravo. The two of you are me ultimate spirit animals. Amethyst, sir, your knife work and mind is a dangerous thing. I got hot and bothered reading each step. Twisted I know but on so satisfying. I was with Xoey 12 on that one.
That ending... Chef's kiss Aubry. I will wait.
January 15, 2026
my nerves bad
Aubry ! I was so close to starting a new habit that involved tobacco child this book gave the right warnings lol because I was stressed ! Amethyst and Yale I could put over my knee for how foolish and childish they both acted !! If anybody is new to the band I’m sorry but this universe will confuse if you don’t understand ALL the moving parts .
Yeah , they are standalones but everyone is connected so you gotta read them all in order to truly get it and lock in properly ! Robert is a sick son of a heathen !! I need Uri 100%. Psalms I feel like I’m drawing a blank who’s her person ?? I hate Citrine is alone because he keeps running into snakes .
Xavier is alive and keeps being attached to snake after snake . Idk her disposition but I’m not feeling it 😑. I need to know Clarke, Berkeley and Spelman’s story more in depth .. I feel like those will possibly unfold… the universe my girl created too big to not divulge the Forrester sisters . Overall 20/10! Loved it down and I definitely recommend it
Aubry ! I was so close to starting a new habit that involved tobacco child this book gave the right warnings lol because I was stressed ! Amethyst and Yale I could put over my knee for how foolish and childish they both acted !! If anybody is new to the band I’m sorry but this universe will confuse if you don’t understand ALL the moving parts .
Yeah , they are standalones but everyone is connected so you gotta read them all in order to truly get it and lock in properly ! Robert is a sick son of a heathen !! I need Uri 100%. Psalms I feel like I’m drawing a blank who’s her person ?? I hate Citrine is alone because he keeps running into snakes .
Xavier is alive and keeps being attached to snake after snake . Idk her disposition but I’m not feeling it 😑. I need to know Clarke, Berkeley and Spelman’s story more in depth .. I feel like those will possibly unfold… the universe my girl created too big to not divulge the Forrester sisters . Overall 20/10! Loved it down and I definitely recommend it
April 28, 2026
Am and Yale
First a lot went on in this book but when i say it had things clicking for real. First Am and Yale made me mad.. yup had me in the beginning like oh my goodness could we get a conversation. As the story ot didn't get much better lol but the one thing I will say is I definitely understand. The need to protect on both of their ends was just something they have in common. I actually loved the time spent without the drama because we got to see a different side of them but it's like that with all the couples. This story did not disappoint buttt I know this ain't over. Feeling like a full circle moment is going to come. So why I love Xoey and Gift because honey I know they story gonna be crazy!! The connections of the characters and they parents is crazy too because who would have thought but it's like everytime they meet it always seems like it's never for the first time.
First a lot went on in this book but when i say it had things clicking for real. First Am and Yale made me mad.. yup had me in the beginning like oh my goodness could we get a conversation. As the story ot didn't get much better lol but the one thing I will say is I definitely understand. The need to protect on both of their ends was just something they have in common. I actually loved the time spent without the drama because we got to see a different side of them but it's like that with all the couples. This story did not disappoint buttt I know this ain't over. Feeling like a full circle moment is going to come. So why I love Xoey and Gift because honey I know they story gonna be crazy!! The connections of the characters and they parents is crazy too because who would have thought but it's like everytime they meet it always seems like it's never for the first time.
July 3, 2026
This book was fantastic.
These branches are something else. Proceed at your own risk baby! This book made me stop and go get some paper so I could put together a crime board. That is the only way I could keep up with everybody. I gotta have a talk with Aubry and ask her is she cool cause baby she made me pass out, pause and then reread passages cause I know good in well that I didn’t just read that. Now i gotta reread it for comprehension purposes and then stop and think about the previous books and tie it all together….smh. And all these family secrets……I’ve clutched pearls, I had live audible gasp and more. Lissen…..I ain’t neva been to so many funerals in a book before in my life. lol. Whew…….I mean I’m now setting back side eyeing some of the folks in my life …… got me wondering if they need to sit on somebody couch or if they need a vacation at the asylum.
Aubry I can’t wait for the next book.
These branches are something else. Proceed at your own risk baby! This book made me stop and go get some paper so I could put together a crime board. That is the only way I could keep up with everybody. I gotta have a talk with Aubry and ask her is she cool cause baby she made me pass out, pause and then reread passages cause I know good in well that I didn’t just read that. Now i gotta reread it for comprehension purposes and then stop and think about the previous books and tie it all together….smh. And all these family secrets……I’ve clutched pearls, I had live audible gasp and more. Lissen…..I ain’t neva been to so many funerals in a book before in my life. lol. Whew…….I mean I’m now setting back side eyeing some of the folks in my life …… got me wondering if they need to sit on somebody couch or if they need a vacation at the asylum.
Aubry I can’t wait for the next book.
March 14, 2026
Stolen Love Stole my Mind…
I’m so torn! I just finished a full-catalog marathon, so I knew the history, but the sheer volume of rather new characters here was overwhelming. I was trying to remember if they ever were introduced in other books. Amethyst and Yale’s romance sort of felt like an afterthought to the "secrets" and the cameos from other families while simultaneously focusing on them since they were a big part of the secrets.
We spent 650 pages with them, yet we didn't get to see the "big" moments like the birth or a proposal. Ending the book in Josh’s office with Corinthian and the rest of the DeCortes felt like a strange choice for a story that was supposed to be about Amethyst and Yale. I’m glad we got some answers, but I wanted more finality for the actual leads.
I’m so torn! I just finished a full-catalog marathon, so I knew the history, but the sheer volume of rather new characters here was overwhelming. I was trying to remember if they ever were introduced in other books. Amethyst and Yale’s romance sort of felt like an afterthought to the "secrets" and the cameos from other families while simultaneously focusing on them since they were a big part of the secrets.
We spent 650 pages with them, yet we didn't get to see the "big" moments like the birth or a proposal. Ending the book in Josh’s office with Corinthian and the rest of the DeCortes felt like a strange choice for a story that was supposed to be about Amethyst and Yale. I’m glad we got some answers, but I wanted more finality for the actual leads.
February 19, 2026
MUST READ! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
This book is so good, there aren't enough stars in the sky to rate it.
Yale and Amethyst have been friends since college and now they're finally lovers. A setup, a lack of communication between them, and old rivalries make for a wild ride for all the families involved. There's a lot happening, but the story still flows perfectly. I love all the characters in this book, both the main ones and the supporting ones. It's like all the superheroes coming together. Trust me, you don't want that from this group of people. This was a fantastic read. Props to the author. Once you hop on the Aubrey J train, just sit back and enjoy the ride. It's always a pleasure reading your books. 🥰
This book is so good, there aren't enough stars in the sky to rate it.
Yale and Amethyst have been friends since college and now they're finally lovers. A setup, a lack of communication between them, and old rivalries make for a wild ride for all the families involved. There's a lot happening, but the story still flows perfectly. I love all the characters in this book, both the main ones and the supporting ones. It's like all the superheroes coming together. Trust me, you don't want that from this group of people. This was a fantastic read. Props to the author. Once you hop on the Aubrey J train, just sit back and enjoy the ride. It's always a pleasure reading your books. 🥰
July 27, 2026
**Hooked, Then Left Hanging**
This series had me in a choke hold like I've never felt before. 😩 I'm new to reading, so a lot of the series I pick up have already been finished, and I love being able to binge them start to finish. But now I know what it feels like to be a current reader with no more books to read — and it's disappointing! The series isn't over, and I have to wait?! What?! 😭
I love that this book is part of a bigger universe, with the author tying in families from other series she's written. Some I recognized, and some I didn't — but it's done so well that it feels like I'm catching up on years of a TV series. I guess I know what I'm doing while I wait: hunting down every family this author has ever written. Consider me hooked for life. ✨
This series had me in a choke hold like I've never felt before. 😩 I'm new to reading, so a lot of the series I pick up have already been finished, and I love being able to binge them start to finish. But now I know what it feels like to be a current reader with no more books to read — and it's disappointing! The series isn't over, and I have to wait?! What?! 😭
I love that this book is part of a bigger universe, with the author tying in families from other series she's written. Some I recognized, and some I didn't — but it's done so well that it feels like I'm catching up on years of a TV series. I guess I know what I'm doing while I wait: hunting down every family this author has ever written. Consider me hooked for life. ✨
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