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Quiet as Kept
The saying goes, “Favor ain’t fair.”
Well, as far as Xarielle Simpson is concerned, the lack of favor ain’t all that fair, either. Xarielle’s always been a dreamer. Even as a little girl, she spent her free-time daydreaming about a life that was much different than the one she was living. She dreamt of a life where mothers stuck around, families were loving, and opportunities to better your situation with dedication and hard work were actually realistic.
In her real life…her mother left, her family is toxic, and her job, though she loves it, has her on the fast-track to nowhere. When her best friend tells her about the opportunity to work as a nanny for a wealthy acquaintance in the oceanside town of Jackson Island, Xarielle can’t help but dream about the opportunities.
Kept Boudreaux is a wealthy entrepreneur and the single father of two little girls. He never planned to be a single-father, but that’s what happens when you’re attracted to what’s familiar. He chose a mother for his children who was exactly like his own mother—a woman who felt stifled and choked by the demands of motherhood.
When his precarious childcare situation falls apart, his back is against the wall. His cousin might have a solution. Her best friend is looking to make a change. She might be perfect for the position. Against the backdrop of the beauty and tranquility of Jackson Island, will two people searching for something…different, start to see it in each other?
Well, as far as Xarielle Simpson is concerned, the lack of favor ain’t all that fair, either. Xarielle’s always been a dreamer. Even as a little girl, she spent her free-time daydreaming about a life that was much different than the one she was living. She dreamt of a life where mothers stuck around, families were loving, and opportunities to better your situation with dedication and hard work were actually realistic.
In her real life…her mother left, her family is toxic, and her job, though she loves it, has her on the fast-track to nowhere. When her best friend tells her about the opportunity to work as a nanny for a wealthy acquaintance in the oceanside town of Jackson Island, Xarielle can’t help but dream about the opportunities.
Kept Boudreaux is a wealthy entrepreneur and the single father of two little girls. He never planned to be a single-father, but that’s what happens when you’re attracted to what’s familiar. He chose a mother for his children who was exactly like his own mother—a woman who felt stifled and choked by the demands of motherhood.
When his precarious childcare situation falls apart, his back is against the wall. His cousin might have a solution. Her best friend is looking to make a change. She might be perfect for the position. Against the backdrop of the beauty and tranquility of Jackson Island, will two people searching for something…different, start to see it in each other?
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Published March 17, 2026
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August 8, 2025
It’s cute but the family trauma inclusion with minimal explanation was a lil dry for me. Like we learn granny was depressed and that the step mama was a liar but what did it add to the love story? I enjoyed the chemistry between our leads though
February 19, 2026
I loved this story. It was a very good read.
August 4, 2025
A millionaire nanny romance with a touch of childhood friends to lovers. This was a very easy going story. Even with having to deal with the drama from their respective family relationships this still felt like a low tension/low angst story. I enjoyed Xari and Kept’s relationship, and how it slowly built over time. This would be a good palate cleanser if you needed one.
August 8, 2025
Kept and Xarielle for the win!
I just read this book with no breaks. It was that good I couldn't put it down. I'm in love with Kelt and wish more Book Baes were written with such intention. To me, he was the epitome of an alpha man without all the aggression and toxicity. Both he and Xari are so deserving of one another and the life that they will create. I could really see this story continuing on and being made into a movie. It was amazing!
I just read this book with no breaks. It was that good I couldn't put it down. I'm in love with Kelt and wish more Book Baes were written with such intention. To me, he was the epitome of an alpha man without all the aggression and toxicity. Both he and Xari are so deserving of one another and the life that they will create. I could really see this story continuing on and being made into a movie. It was amazing!
December 29, 2025
This was a great mix of very cute romance with two people who truly deserved it and the characters tackling the sources of their trauma and hurt.
August 12, 2025
Both Xarielle and Kept grew up with absent mothers that shaped the way they looked at the world. Although Kept became successful in life, he still held resentment toward his mother for how she abandoned him. Quiet, introspective, meticulous, are all ways you can describe Kept who was in the groove with his daughters until Xarielle shows up.
Xarielle, grew up without either parent, and although her grandmother was present in body, she was far from loving and nurturing to her. The rest of her family members were mean, hateful, and never had a kind word for Xarielle. She was fed up with Londonville, and when her opportunity to leave came she jumped on it.
Kept and Xarielle reuniting was bittersweet, and the chemistry began to smolder as soon as she arrived on Jackson Island. Although it was a slow burn, it was sweet to see them slowly succumb to their feelings. Cute read.
Xarielle, grew up without either parent, and although her grandmother was present in body, she was far from loving and nurturing to her. The rest of her family members were mean, hateful, and never had a kind word for Xarielle. She was fed up with Londonville, and when her opportunity to leave came she jumped on it.
Kept and Xarielle reuniting was bittersweet, and the chemistry began to smolder as soon as she arrived on Jackson Island. Although it was a slow burn, it was sweet to see them slowly succumb to their feelings. Cute read.
September 24, 2026
Cute, quick listen!
If you are looking for a good read that is wholesome. Then this book is for you. It does deal with some childhood trauma (absent parent, horrible stepparent and family) and learning how to forgive. The characters were written with care and you can easily connect with them. Their love was pretty fast but I felt they were somewhat building behind the scenes as they met up overnight for conversation. This was a great break from all the dark and super spicy romance I have been reading lately. LOL. The only thing I didn't like was the changes in scenery was not always smooth. I would sometimes be confused.
If you are looking for a good read that is wholesome. Then this book is for you. It does deal with some childhood trauma (absent parent, horrible stepparent and family) and learning how to forgive. The characters were written with care and you can easily connect with them. Their love was pretty fast but I felt they were somewhat building behind the scenes as they met up overnight for conversation. This was a great break from all the dark and super spicy romance I have been reading lately. LOL. The only thing I didn't like was the changes in scenery was not always smooth. I would sometimes be confused.
September 1, 2025
Cute but…
This was a cute story but I don’t know if I can say it’s a romance, simply because there wasn’t enough of it in my opinion. Xarielle and Kent’s relationship often felt overshadowed by their respective family drama. Honestly, there was so much family drama that the story felt unresolved. Like this book could have been longer because we still don’t know why Xarielle’s people hated her.
This was a cute story but I don’t know if I can say it’s a romance, simply because there wasn’t enough of it in my opinion. Xarielle and Kent’s relationship often felt overshadowed by their respective family drama. Honestly, there was so much family drama that the story felt unresolved. Like this book could have been longer because we still don’t know why Xarielle’s people hated her.
April 6, 2026
Xarielle and Kept were great together! She was so positive despite her past. She definitely deserved the soft life Kept provided! Kept being quiet and anxious was an excellent play on words but also very endearing. Kept’s BM 🙄🤬🙄 Quiet as Kept, this is a cute story & good read! 😆
September 30, 2025
While this was a decent read, it was just bleh.
I don't mind a slow burn. I love it actually, but this was like eh and i believe because the book was only a little over 200 pages, that you really had to find the right pacing for a slow burn. I think the transition from crushing on each other to sex was like BAM. Like there was no real transition. It just happened. Which was a bit confusing to me. LOL
I wanna rate this book more stars, because I loved how gentle Kept was, but idk.... something about it was just not right. I feel like they immediately jumped into sex, then a relationship and then marriage within the shortest time frame. And I think I was expecting more crushing and denial, a chase before it got to where it was.
The family tree was also a bit confusing. I was tryna keep up with all of Xari's mean folks, but realized they really didn't matter.
Anywho, decent read.
I don't mind a slow burn. I love it actually, but this was like eh and i believe because the book was only a little over 200 pages, that you really had to find the right pacing for a slow burn. I think the transition from crushing on each other to sex was like BAM. Like there was no real transition. It just happened. Which was a bit confusing to me. LOL
I wanna rate this book more stars, because I loved how gentle Kept was, but idk.... something about it was just not right. I feel like they immediately jumped into sex, then a relationship and then marriage within the shortest time frame. And I think I was expecting more crushing and denial, a chase before it got to where it was.
The family tree was also a bit confusing. I was tryna keep up with all of Xari's mean folks, but realized they really didn't matter.
Anywho, decent read.
August 28, 2026
Quiet as Kept
This was a sweet love story with very little drama. Kept was a man of few words, but when he spoke, you better listen because he had some things to get off his chest. I was glad that he finally decided to say what was on his mind. The drama that came from his ex and his mother popping up unannounced was crazy. They both had some serious audacity to pop up and act like nothing had happened and that their relationships were supposed to be in tact after years away and with no contact, but Kept set them straight and set boundaries. I loved how Xarielle had his back through this and gave him space to find peace and calm and escape from the drama.
I liked Xarielle and that she remained hopeful even in a hopeless situation. She wouldn’t allow her family to mistreat or bully her and I loved that about her. She was feisty and gave as good as she got from her family and still managed to stay as far away from their toxicity as possible.
I liked Kept and Xarielle together. They had similar childhoods with absentee mothers and being raised by a grandparent. They also understood each other. They reconnected at a time when they both needed the most. I loved that neither truly ran from their connection and once they realized they were on the same pages they both jumped into their newfound relationship feet first.
This was an enjoyable read that kept my attention from beginning to end.
This was a sweet love story with very little drama. Kept was a man of few words, but when he spoke, you better listen because he had some things to get off his chest. I was glad that he finally decided to say what was on his mind. The drama that came from his ex and his mother popping up unannounced was crazy. They both had some serious audacity to pop up and act like nothing had happened and that their relationships were supposed to be in tact after years away and with no contact, but Kept set them straight and set boundaries. I loved how Xarielle had his back through this and gave him space to find peace and calm and escape from the drama.
I liked Xarielle and that she remained hopeful even in a hopeless situation. She wouldn’t allow her family to mistreat or bully her and I loved that about her. She was feisty and gave as good as she got from her family and still managed to stay as far away from their toxicity as possible.
I liked Kept and Xarielle together. They had similar childhoods with absentee mothers and being raised by a grandparent. They also understood each other. They reconnected at a time when they both needed the most. I loved that neither truly ran from their connection and once they realized they were on the same pages they both jumped into their newfound relationship feet first.
This was an enjoyable read that kept my attention from beginning to end.
October 9, 2025
Tracy Gray
Quiet as Kept
Xarielle emerged from a challenging upbringing marked by loss and separation. With her mother gone and her father murdered, she found herself distanced from a family rife with jealousy and cruelty. Her grandmother, emotionally detached, contributed to the sadness of her childhood. This situation highlights a painful reality within some Black families, where internal conflicts can become a barrier to support and understanding. Despite her hardships, Xarielle yearned for a peaceful existence. When the chance to work as a nanny arose, she could not foresee how this opportunity would transform her life, leading her to a profound sense of tranquility alongside two beautiful girls.
While the narrative unfolds at a gradual pace, it allows readers to witness the evolving relationship between the main characters, particularly the love they share for the two little girls, Destiny and Dakota.
Kept Boudreaux grappled with his own struggles, particularly his discomfort in crowded spaces. His parents were a source of emotional turmoil for him; although he had a strong bond with his father, his mother's choice to abandon the family left deep scars. This story beautifully encapsulates his journey, culminating in a joyful ending that makes it a worthwhile read.
Quiet as Kept
Xarielle emerged from a challenging upbringing marked by loss and separation. With her mother gone and her father murdered, she found herself distanced from a family rife with jealousy and cruelty. Her grandmother, emotionally detached, contributed to the sadness of her childhood. This situation highlights a painful reality within some Black families, where internal conflicts can become a barrier to support and understanding. Despite her hardships, Xarielle yearned for a peaceful existence. When the chance to work as a nanny arose, she could not foresee how this opportunity would transform her life, leading her to a profound sense of tranquility alongside two beautiful girls.
While the narrative unfolds at a gradual pace, it allows readers to witness the evolving relationship between the main characters, particularly the love they share for the two little girls, Destiny and Dakota.
Kept Boudreaux grappled with his own struggles, particularly his discomfort in crowded spaces. His parents were a source of emotional turmoil for him; although he had a strong bond with his father, his mother's choice to abandon the family left deep scars. This story beautifully encapsulates his journey, culminating in a joyful ending that makes it a worthwhile read.
November 17, 2025
Beautiful Love
Kept and Xari story was beautiful.
They went through so much to find love with each other.
The love of a mother should be the most beautiful thing, but sometimes it is not there. They dont know how to give and receive love.
Xari family was mean to her except her aunt and cousins. Jealous is a nasty thing. I am glad Xari had one aunt and a few cousins that were there for her. She also gained a whole family through her best friend. That friend led her to her husband and girls.
Kept was a quiet but strong man. His relationship with his mother was horrible in the beginning. I love how he knew that he had to find peace. Kept wouldn't let anyone come in between that for him and his girls. He had a great relationship with his dad and sister. His cousin brought his wife to him.
Kept and Xari developed throughout the book was amazing. They were able to grow, heal, and learn from family, friends, and each other. I love how Kept and Xari knew when to protect each other as well as the girls no matter who it was.
I would advise everyone to pick this book up. It would help you in your life and how sometimes you have to step away from people. You also have to work on healing for self no matter how it looks.
Kept and Xari story was beautiful.
They went through so much to find love with each other.
The love of a mother should be the most beautiful thing, but sometimes it is not there. They dont know how to give and receive love.
Xari family was mean to her except her aunt and cousins. Jealous is a nasty thing. I am glad Xari had one aunt and a few cousins that were there for her. She also gained a whole family through her best friend. That friend led her to her husband and girls.
Kept was a quiet but strong man. His relationship with his mother was horrible in the beginning. I love how he knew that he had to find peace. Kept wouldn't let anyone come in between that for him and his girls. He had a great relationship with his dad and sister. His cousin brought his wife to him.
Kept and Xari developed throughout the book was amazing. They were able to grow, heal, and learn from family, friends, and each other. I love how Kept and Xari knew when to protect each other as well as the girls no matter who it was.
I would advise everyone to pick this book up. It would help you in your life and how sometimes you have to step away from people. You also have to work on healing for self no matter how it looks.
March 21, 2026
Quiet as Kept by Tracy Gray is an emotional and captivating romance that highlights healing, growth, and unexpected love.
Xarelle is a dreamer who has endured a difficult upbringing marked by instability and lack of emotional support. Despite her challenges, she continues striving for a better life while navigating toxic family dynamics and financial struggles.
Kept Boudreaux, a successful entrepreneur and devoted single father of two, enters her life again when she becomes his children’s nanny. Their connection, rooted in familiarity from childhood, quickly evolves into something deeper.
What stood out most was the emotional depth of the characters. Xarelle’s journey toward stability and self-worth was compelling, while Kept’s protective and nurturing nature added balance to the story. Their chemistry was natural, yet tension-filled as they attempted to maintain professional boundaries.
Overall, this was a well-paced, engaging read with strong emotional undertones and a satisfying romantic development.
Xarelle is a dreamer who has endured a difficult upbringing marked by instability and lack of emotional support. Despite her challenges, she continues striving for a better life while navigating toxic family dynamics and financial struggles.
Kept Boudreaux, a successful entrepreneur and devoted single father of two, enters her life again when she becomes his children’s nanny. Their connection, rooted in familiarity from childhood, quickly evolves into something deeper.
What stood out most was the emotional depth of the characters. Xarelle’s journey toward stability and self-worth was compelling, while Kept’s protective and nurturing nature added balance to the story. Their chemistry was natural, yet tension-filled as they attempted to maintain professional boundaries.
Overall, this was a well-paced, engaging read with strong emotional undertones and a satisfying romantic development.
September 28, 2025
Really Liked It
I really liked everything about Kept and Xarielle's story. While I disliked many aspects of their family history and the treatment they endured, I really liked them as characters. Kept was a quiet storm, nothing unhinged or toxic about him- but still something very powerful,.take charge and sexy. Then Xari was quite the character, with her stay ready clapbacks while also being so nurturing. I love that she allowed Kept to be himself and quietly yet lovingly allowed him to feel what he needed to feel. I also liked all the supporting characters and how they supported this couple and I am glad that Vivienne's truth came to light. While I still question why she didn't proactively make amends with Kept on her own after he was older, I guess that if forgave her I can too. Jayla was TRASH AF as a mother though, and I was lowkey mad that Kept helped her, but I digress. The end and the epilouge were both very sweet and overall this was a light and easy read.
I really liked everything about Kept and Xarielle's story. While I disliked many aspects of their family history and the treatment they endured, I really liked them as characters. Kept was a quiet storm, nothing unhinged or toxic about him- but still something very powerful,.take charge and sexy. Then Xari was quite the character, with her stay ready clapbacks while also being so nurturing. I love that she allowed Kept to be himself and quietly yet lovingly allowed him to feel what he needed to feel. I also liked all the supporting characters and how they supported this couple and I am glad that Vivienne's truth came to light. While I still question why she didn't proactively make amends with Kept on her own after he was older, I guess that if forgave her I can too. Jayla was TRASH AF as a mother though, and I was lowkey mad that Kept helped her, but I digress. The end and the epilouge were both very sweet and overall this was a light and easy read.
September 11, 2025
Soul Food 2.0
Ummm 🤔, cute & entertaining in a trauma drama hysterical chuckle type environment 🥴🤦🏾♀️⁉️Nonetheless, as I’m reading this book, the storyline is/was familiar …💭hmmm 🧐⁉️ BINGO‼️Why does “Quiet as Kept” remind me of the 1997 urban dramedy movie classic “Soul Food”. The similarities between the two creative mediums were astonishing. With a few minor tweaks including: explicit sexual references & or descriptions (Bird & Ahmad), professions (Attorney verses Architect), characters (three sisters, grandma issues, reoccurring ex etc.) & the location (Chicago verses Londynville KY. Yet both locations were still urban cities), Xarielle & Kept story is/was Soul Food 2.0. Nevertheless, “Quite as Kept” was still a good read and Xarielle & Kept became each other’s sustenance, soul food & soul mate. However, there’s nothing new under the sun🤷🏾♀️‼️
Ummm 🤔, cute & entertaining in a trauma drama hysterical chuckle type environment 🥴🤦🏾♀️⁉️Nonetheless, as I’m reading this book, the storyline is/was familiar …💭hmmm 🧐⁉️ BINGO‼️Why does “Quiet as Kept” remind me of the 1997 urban dramedy movie classic “Soul Food”. The similarities between the two creative mediums were astonishing. With a few minor tweaks including: explicit sexual references & or descriptions (Bird & Ahmad), professions (Attorney verses Architect), characters (three sisters, grandma issues, reoccurring ex etc.) & the location (Chicago verses Londynville KY. Yet both locations were still urban cities), Xarielle & Kept story is/was Soul Food 2.0. Nevertheless, “Quite as Kept” was still a good read and Xarielle & Kept became each other’s sustenance, soul food & soul mate. However, there’s nothing new under the sun🤷🏾♀️‼️
October 5, 2025
definitely a quiet storm
This was..real. The situations seemed like they could happen on any given Tuesday. I like how personable the story felt.
Kept was definitely a quiet storm & I’m happy he found his voice. Because the day before the party I was getting overstimulated for him! If one more person brought up how quiet he was back in the day!
Xari though…she was a breath of fresh air. I loved them together. She could appreciate beauty in everything it was just a bonus that he was the person that made it. o & her being able to hold onto that even after her upbringing makes it an even better story.
Yall gone leave Destin alone! She just keeping yall on yall toes!
Kinda wish we had another Jayla interruption after he sent her away but that’s just me.
This was..real. The situations seemed like they could happen on any given Tuesday. I like how personable the story felt.
Kept was definitely a quiet storm & I’m happy he found his voice. Because the day before the party I was getting overstimulated for him! If one more person brought up how quiet he was back in the day!
Xari though…she was a breath of fresh air. I loved them together. She could appreciate beauty in everything it was just a bonus that he was the person that made it. o & her being able to hold onto that even after her upbringing makes it an even better story.
Yall gone leave Destin alone! She just keeping yall on yall toes!
Kinda wish we had another Jayla interruption after he sent her away but that’s just me.
August 1, 2025
Beautiful
Kept and Xarielle's love story was so sweet. 💕 I really enjoyed how it evolved from her being hired as the nanny to a relationship. 👩👦 Xarielle getting away from her toxic family and city was the best thing that could have happened to her. 🏃♀️ Kept needed all the good energy she came with. 🌟 His mother and ex coming back into his life without permission on the same day had me spiraling. 😱 I'm glad he eventually got his peace back by telling them how he was feeling. 🗣️ His ex was trifling. 🙄 His mom had a past that gave reason for her actions. 🤷♀️ I loved the love Kept and Xarielle had. 💖 Chef's kiss for this story. 👌
Kept and Xarielle's love story was so sweet. 💕 I really enjoyed how it evolved from her being hired as the nanny to a relationship. 👩👦 Xarielle getting away from her toxic family and city was the best thing that could have happened to her. 🏃♀️ Kept needed all the good energy she came with. 🌟 His mother and ex coming back into his life without permission on the same day had me spiraling. 😱 I'm glad he eventually got his peace back by telling them how he was feeling. 🗣️ His ex was trifling. 🙄 His mom had a past that gave reason for her actions. 🤷♀️ I loved the love Kept and Xarielle had. 💖 Chef's kiss for this story. 👌
August 29, 2025
“Quiet as Kept” is a heartwarming nanny-to-lover story. Kept was a quiet man who just wanted to live a peaceful life, love his family, and take care of his daughters. He was driven, focused, loving, and supportive of others, but he made a mistake when he chose the wrong woman to have babies with.
Fast forward to the day he reunites and hires his cousin’s best friend, Xarielle, as their nanny. Xarielle is a natural at this kid thing. When they come together, they love on, support, and raise the babies. Their story is a joy to read. Watching them navigate their past, deal with the present chaos, and think about the future is beautiful. It’s a cute romance with minimal drama.
Fast forward to the day he reunites and hires his cousin’s best friend, Xarielle, as their nanny. Xarielle is a natural at this kid thing. When they come together, they love on, support, and raise the babies. Their story is a joy to read. Watching them navigate their past, deal with the present chaos, and think about the future is beautiful. It’s a cute romance with minimal drama.
May 23, 2026
This was a pretty good book
I liked this book, but I do feel like something or maybe a few things were missing. It felt rushed as far as Xari’s and Kept’s relationship. This was the perfect story to have a slower burn and some kind of yearning before the actual coupling. Aside from that it also seemed like it jumped from them figuring things out to in love and a proposal but not much in between. Even with all of that I will say it was written well and I liked that Kept didn’t allow his children’s mother to get to Xari and I love that there was a great connection between Xari and the kids.
I liked this book, but I do feel like something or maybe a few things were missing. It felt rushed as far as Xari’s and Kept’s relationship. This was the perfect story to have a slower burn and some kind of yearning before the actual coupling. Aside from that it also seemed like it jumped from them figuring things out to in love and a proposal but not much in between. Even with all of that I will say it was written well and I liked that Kept didn’t allow his children’s mother to get to Xari and I love that there was a great connection between Xari and the kids.
August 10, 2025
Kept and Xari!!
Kept and Xari's story was sooooo good. Kept's cousin and Xari's friend, Yahirah, looked out for both of them by recommending her to be the nanny for his two daughters. Xari was able to find acceptance and peace with Kept and his daughters. Kept found peace with Xari as well. He also found his voice which he needed for his mother and trifling ex. I loved, loved, loved the family memory verse idea with the Bible verses. Vibes, humor, chemistry and passion were all included in this book. Great book that I highly recommend.
Kept and Xari's story was sooooo good. Kept's cousin and Xari's friend, Yahirah, looked out for both of them by recommending her to be the nanny for his two daughters. Xari was able to find acceptance and peace with Kept and his daughters. Kept found peace with Xari as well. He also found his voice which he needed for his mother and trifling ex. I loved, loved, loved the family memory verse idea with the Bible verses. Vibes, humor, chemistry and passion were all included in this book. Great book that I highly recommend.
August 11, 2025
I love a nanny romance
This wasn’t a insta love but rather two acquaintances to but had a similar parental issues who needed to bee seen by there person and Kept an Xarielle we’re each others person I’m glad that Kept was able to get some truths about his mother & Xari was able to connect with her grandma but I still didn’t instant the the aunt didn’t like her and why did the mother leave ( I really wanted to know) I got a feeling this is the last time we her from the family because cousin Nisha wants to move
This wasn’t a insta love but rather two acquaintances to but had a similar parental issues who needed to bee seen by there person and Kept an Xarielle we’re each others person I’m glad that Kept was able to get some truths about his mother & Xari was able to connect with her grandma but I still didn’t instant the the aunt didn’t like her and why did the mother leave ( I really wanted to know) I got a feeling this is the last time we her from the family because cousin Nisha wants to move
September 10, 2025
Relatable
Absolutely beautiful story of love, redemption and second chances. I love Kept’s kind heart, but he did too much for the woman who ran out on their kids for a man. She would NOT set foot in my house let alone spend a night. I love that he gave his parents the chance to speak their truth and forgave his mom. I’m also happy that Xarielle got the chance to build a real relationship with her grandmother.
I enjoyed this story and the rollercoaster of emotions it evoked. I highly recommend it!!!
Absolutely beautiful story of love, redemption and second chances. I love Kept’s kind heart, but he did too much for the woman who ran out on their kids for a man. She would NOT set foot in my house let alone spend a night. I love that he gave his parents the chance to speak their truth and forgave his mom. I’m also happy that Xarielle got the chance to build a real relationship with her grandmother.
I enjoyed this story and the rollercoaster of emotions it evoked. I highly recommend it!!!
October 17, 2025
Sweet love ♥️
The story was really good, and the characters were well-developed. Kept, the main guy, was a super loyal dad, like the strong, quiet type. Xarielle was a sweet person who dealt with tough stuff. They both have similar backgrounds. Yet still, they are loving, supportive, hardworking people. With the help of her best friend, she gets a wonderful opportunity that turns into real love. Reading it was a blast. The author did a great job with this book; it is definitely worth reading.
The story was really good, and the characters were well-developed. Kept, the main guy, was a super loyal dad, like the strong, quiet type. Xarielle was a sweet person who dealt with tough stuff. They both have similar backgrounds. Yet still, they are loving, supportive, hardworking people. With the help of her best friend, she gets a wonderful opportunity that turns into real love. Reading it was a blast. The author did a great job with this book; it is definitely worth reading.
March 24, 2026
This story will quietly steal your heart.
This is a slow burn romance, but the buildup is so effortless, it won’t seem like it. This is also a nanny romance, and while it has some spice, it is not salacious. It is completely romantic. There’s a bit of childhood trauma, some misunderstandings and a little bit of drama. But there is also levity, a rambunctious two year-old, family healing and a love story so sweet you’ll be smiling throughout. Treat yourself to this wonderful story. Enjoy!
This is a slow burn romance, but the buildup is so effortless, it won’t seem like it. This is also a nanny romance, and while it has some spice, it is not salacious. It is completely romantic. There’s a bit of childhood trauma, some misunderstandings and a little bit of drama. But there is also levity, a rambunctious two year-old, family healing and a love story so sweet you’ll be smiling throughout. Treat yourself to this wonderful story. Enjoy!
June 29, 2026
He did not play about his peace and girls
Xarielle told her family to find something safe to do because she was not the one. I loved her energy with everyone who tried to disrespect her. She had a sweet and caring heart until.....
Kept, he was a devoted sopt spoken father who exploded when he got full. Those are the scariest people to mess with. He was a work in progress and thrived on acts of service and building. He found his peace in the plug from his cousin. A blessing that was years in the making.
Xarielle told her family to find something safe to do because she was not the one. I loved her energy with everyone who tried to disrespect her. She had a sweet and caring heart until.....
Kept, he was a devoted sopt spoken father who exploded when he got full. Those are the scariest people to mess with. He was a work in progress and thrived on acts of service and building. He found his peace in the plug from his cousin. A blessing that was years in the making.
September 6, 2026
So good!
Kept was a quiet guy. Single father of two little girls in need of a nanny. His daughter’s fell in love with Xarielle from the first meeting. For the first time in her life Xarielle found peace once she moved to South Carolina to be Kept’s nanny. Their love was soft and gentle. Exactly what both of them needed. After all of the turmoil they experienced. Both of them had childhood trauma from their mothers, which was something that they bonded over. The healing that they experienced was so beautiful! This is a sweet read.
Kept was a quiet guy. Single father of two little girls in need of a nanny. His daughter’s fell in love with Xarielle from the first meeting. For the first time in her life Xarielle found peace once she moved to South Carolina to be Kept’s nanny. Their love was soft and gentle. Exactly what both of them needed. After all of the turmoil they experienced. Both of them had childhood trauma from their mothers, which was something that they bonded over. The healing that they experienced was so beautiful! This is a sweet read.
August 29, 2025
Loved It💕💕
Wow, two damage souls both hurt by the people that was supposed to love them. The MFC was a strong woman, were as the MMC held alot of stuff in. But together they made a great team. She was the calm that he needed. He was the love and care that she needed. Loved all of the secondary characters. Would love for the MFC's cousin Nisha to tell her story. The sex scenes were 🔥 and 🌶. Kudos to the author👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
Wow, two damage souls both hurt by the people that was supposed to love them. The MFC was a strong woman, were as the MMC held alot of stuff in. But together they made a great team. She was the calm that he needed. He was the love and care that she needed. Loved all of the secondary characters. Would love for the MFC's cousin Nisha to tell her story. The sex scenes were 🔥 and 🌶. Kudos to the author👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
September 3, 2025
Maybe
Kept and Xarelli just seemed to fall into a routine with the girls and them talking after the girls went to bed. For me the romance fell short because there weren’t any dates planned (even stay at home dates since he didn’t have anyone else to keep the girls). They just seemed to fall into this “Mom and Dad” routine with some family issues sprinkled in. It would have been nice to get more of the couple connecting about more than just their shared motherless upbringing.
Kept and Xarelli just seemed to fall into a routine with the girls and them talking after the girls went to bed. For me the romance fell short because there weren’t any dates planned (even stay at home dates since he didn’t have anyone else to keep the girls). They just seemed to fall into this “Mom and Dad” routine with some family issues sprinkled in. It would have been nice to get more of the couple connecting about more than just their shared motherless upbringing.
January 14, 2026
Kept and Xarielle is a nanny x single dad romance. Non toxic with a sparkle of family drama. Kept is a very successful home builder looking for a nanny of two kids. Xarielle is a daycare teacher looking for a break. Her best friend recommends her for the nanny job and the way Xarielle cares for the kids makes Kept fall for her. They navigate the relation of boss and employee until they no longer can hide from it and pursue a relationship. While falling in love with each other they also have to address and mend family relationships.
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