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Always Running: A Slow Surrender Romance
Taryn Ellison doesn’t do relationships.
She learned early in life that standing still for love gets you hurt. So she runs from anything that asks too much of her heart. After watching her mother fall for the wrong men over and over, Taryn built a life where no one could get close enough to leave scars. Walls up. Exit routes ready. Always moving.
Then there’s Zion Wade.
The steady one. The patient one.
Her best friend’s brother and VP of A&R for his family's music empire, Zion understands why Taryn runs. He sees the fear beneath her sarcasm, and the independence she uses as armor. So when they finally cross the line they've been dancing around for years, and she tries to act like it meant nothing, he doesn't push.
He just stays.
Long enough for her walls to crack.
Long enough for her to realize the thing she’s spent her life running from might be the thing she wants more than anything.
She can’t avoid him. Not at his family’s record label, not at Sunday dinners with his sister Simone, not when everyone around them feels the pull between them long before either of them admits it.
But Taryn knows what no one else does: Good things don’t last, and love doesn’t stay. And the closer she gets to Zion, the more she sees herself becoming the one thing she swore she'd never be.
Her mother's daughter.
Set against the backdrop of a Black Southern music dynasty navigating legacy, loyalty, and healing, Always Running is a story about choosing vulnerability over self-protection, and discovering that the scariest love doesn’t rush you, but it does ask you to trust it.
This isn't a slow burn. It's a slow surrender.
Book One in The Wade Legacy. Each story in this series is a complete standalone.
She learned early in life that standing still for love gets you hurt. So she runs from anything that asks too much of her heart. After watching her mother fall for the wrong men over and over, Taryn built a life where no one could get close enough to leave scars. Walls up. Exit routes ready. Always moving.
Then there’s Zion Wade.
The steady one. The patient one.
Her best friend’s brother and VP of A&R for his family's music empire, Zion understands why Taryn runs. He sees the fear beneath her sarcasm, and the independence she uses as armor. So when they finally cross the line they've been dancing around for years, and she tries to act like it meant nothing, he doesn't push.
He just stays.
Long enough for her walls to crack.
Long enough for her to realize the thing she’s spent her life running from might be the thing she wants more than anything.
She can’t avoid him. Not at his family’s record label, not at Sunday dinners with his sister Simone, not when everyone around them feels the pull between them long before either of them admits it.
But Taryn knows what no one else does: Good things don’t last, and love doesn’t stay. And the closer she gets to Zion, the more she sees herself becoming the one thing she swore she'd never be.
Her mother's daughter.
Set against the backdrop of a Black Southern music dynasty navigating legacy, loyalty, and healing, Always Running is a story about choosing vulnerability over self-protection, and discovering that the scariest love doesn’t rush you, but it does ask you to trust it.
This isn't a slow burn. It's a slow surrender.
Book One in The Wade Legacy. Each story in this series is a complete standalone.
492 pages
Published February 13, 2026
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February 13, 2026
This book was an ARC to me.
N.W. Brown's Always Running: A Slow Surrender Romance is about two friends who have known each for about a decade. Zion (MMC) has always watched and learned Taryn (FMC) from afar. Taryn, has trust issues and trauma. Zion, has an anger problem and trauma as well.
What I loved about this book, was the realness of it. We all see ourselves in Taryn or Zion, at one point in our lives. When we love someone and they don't reciprocate the way we want them to, at that time. It may take some time. The Wade family dinners and karaoke 🎤 nights, were everything. 🫶🏽😅
However, at times the emotional pattern, the give and take and not giving at all. Felt repetitive. But I get it.
Overall: Always Running is a loving story and not to give up, when it comes to love and being loved the right way. The letters at end 💞 I loved it! Looking forward to reading about, Julian, Tre and Simone Wade.
N.W. Brown's Always Running: A Slow Surrender Romance is about two friends who have known each for about a decade. Zion (MMC) has always watched and learned Taryn (FMC) from afar. Taryn, has trust issues and trauma. Zion, has an anger problem and trauma as well.
What I loved about this book, was the realness of it. We all see ourselves in Taryn or Zion, at one point in our lives. When we love someone and they don't reciprocate the way we want them to, at that time. It may take some time. The Wade family dinners and karaoke 🎤 nights, were everything. 🫶🏽😅
However, at times the emotional pattern, the give and take and not giving at all. Felt repetitive. But I get it.
Overall: Always Running is a loving story and not to give up, when it comes to love and being loved the right way. The letters at end 💞 I loved it! Looking forward to reading about, Julian, Tre and Simone Wade.
February 13, 2026
ARC review: thanks to the author!
Highly recommend!
As a lover of R&B music, I very much appreciated how beautifully music is woven into the story! The music really brought the story to life, and it was so fun to play the playlist while reading (I do have to take breaks and just listen to the song…that’s just how my brain works 😂)
Taryn and Zion’s love is a beautiful thing to watch, but boy did I wanna to shake T a few too many times. Even though she was getting on my nerves at times, I saw that some of her same walls are put up by myself, so this book will really have you in your feels, in the best way.
And now Mr. Zion, sir the man that you are!!!
I am looking forward to the rest of the series!! The character development is great so far, and I can’t wait to explore the rest of the Wades.
You will cry, laugh, and oooo the spice honey!! (it is beautifully written)
Highly recommend!
As a lover of R&B music, I very much appreciated how beautifully music is woven into the story! The music really brought the story to life, and it was so fun to play the playlist while reading (I do have to take breaks and just listen to the song…that’s just how my brain works 😂)
Taryn and Zion’s love is a beautiful thing to watch, but boy did I wanna to shake T a few too many times. Even though she was getting on my nerves at times, I saw that some of her same walls are put up by myself, so this book will really have you in your feels, in the best way.
And now Mr. Zion, sir the man that you are!!!
I am looking forward to the rest of the series!! The character development is great so far, and I can’t wait to explore the rest of the Wades.
You will cry, laugh, and oooo the spice honey!! (it is beautifully written)
Review of advance copy received from Author
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️½ (4.5/5)
Always Running: A Slow Surrender is the perfect description of Taryn and Zion’s relationship.
Always Running follows Taryn and Zion’s journey to love—two people deeply shaped by abandonment, neglect, and trauma—caught in a cycle of denial, yearning, and emotional self-sabotage. This story reads like a master class on how people operate inside self-inflicted false narratives born from trauma—and the emotional labor it takes to love someone who hasn’t yet decided to heal.
Taryn’s walls were built so high that they had their own security system. She’s determined to “break the cycle,” yet she’s still allowing her mother’s choices—and the trauma attached to them—to dictate much of her life. Her childhood was heavy, and while I understood why she is the way she is, the constant flip-flopping made her incredibly hard to root for at times. I found myself talking out loud, wanting to throw the book across the room. Sis needed therapy immediately. I wanted to shake her, hug her, and schedule her an intake appointment—all at once.
Meanwhile, Zion is a study in protection, consistency, and patience. He’s been in love with Taryn for ten years, falls first, and waits—sometimes too quietly—for her to get with the program. Even while carrying his own emotional wounds, he extends her immense grace—sometimes more than I think she deserves. That said, I was genuinely proud of Zion for finally putting his foot down. Watching him stop excusing her behavior, name it for what it was, and choose himself felt necessary and earned. His refusal to absorb her trauma responses as justification was a powerful reminder that understanding someone’s pain does not mean tolerating harm.
That tension between empathy and boundaries—how much is too much?—is really the heart of this book.
One of my favorite elements was the tenderness between Taryn and Zion, often shown in quiet, intimate ways: sharing songs, leaving voice messages, and showing up without the need for constant grand gestures (though a few of those were very grand—and expensive 😉). Love here wasn’t loud; it was intentional. What truly elevated their dynamic, though, was the banter. Their back-and-forth was sharp, playful, and emotionally charged—adding levity to an otherwise heavy story and making their chemistry feel natural and lived-in. The banter made the yearning hit harder and the quiet moments feel earned. I also appreciated the nuanced portrayal of Taryn’s mother, particularly as she begins to help Taryn reflect and unpack parts of herself—even if I still believe therapy should have been prioritized far earlier.
By the end, I was relieved that Taryn finally tapped into her full emotional range and started figuring herself out. While I desperately wanted to see her receive real therapy on the page, I appreciated that her growth wasn’t linear, easy, or clean. Her redemption arc was deeply satisfying—and as an empath, it unexpectedly became my favorite part of the story.
While Taryn repeatedly tested my patience, this debut was layered, tense, and thought-provoking. This is the start of a series, I'm fully invested—and I will absolutely be reading what comes next.
Special thanks to the author for the opportunity to review this ARC! 💖
Always Running: A Slow Surrender is the perfect description of Taryn and Zion’s relationship.
Always Running follows Taryn and Zion’s journey to love—two people deeply shaped by abandonment, neglect, and trauma—caught in a cycle of denial, yearning, and emotional self-sabotage. This story reads like a master class on how people operate inside self-inflicted false narratives born from trauma—and the emotional labor it takes to love someone who hasn’t yet decided to heal.
Taryn’s walls were built so high that they had their own security system. She’s determined to “break the cycle,” yet she’s still allowing her mother’s choices—and the trauma attached to them—to dictate much of her life. Her childhood was heavy, and while I understood why she is the way she is, the constant flip-flopping made her incredibly hard to root for at times. I found myself talking out loud, wanting to throw the book across the room. Sis needed therapy immediately. I wanted to shake her, hug her, and schedule her an intake appointment—all at once.
Meanwhile, Zion is a study in protection, consistency, and patience. He’s been in love with Taryn for ten years, falls first, and waits—sometimes too quietly—for her to get with the program. Even while carrying his own emotional wounds, he extends her immense grace—sometimes more than I think she deserves. That said, I was genuinely proud of Zion for finally putting his foot down. Watching him stop excusing her behavior, name it for what it was, and choose himself felt necessary and earned. His refusal to absorb her trauma responses as justification was a powerful reminder that understanding someone’s pain does not mean tolerating harm.
That tension between empathy and boundaries—how much is too much?—is really the heart of this book.
One of my favorite elements was the tenderness between Taryn and Zion, often shown in quiet, intimate ways: sharing songs, leaving voice messages, and showing up without the need for constant grand gestures (though a few of those were very grand—and expensive 😉). Love here wasn’t loud; it was intentional. What truly elevated their dynamic, though, was the banter. Their back-and-forth was sharp, playful, and emotionally charged—adding levity to an otherwise heavy story and making their chemistry feel natural and lived-in. The banter made the yearning hit harder and the quiet moments feel earned. I also appreciated the nuanced portrayal of Taryn’s mother, particularly as she begins to help Taryn reflect and unpack parts of herself—even if I still believe therapy should have been prioritized far earlier.
By the end, I was relieved that Taryn finally tapped into her full emotional range and started figuring herself out. While I desperately wanted to see her receive real therapy on the page, I appreciated that her growth wasn’t linear, easy, or clean. Her redemption arc was deeply satisfying—and as an empath, it unexpectedly became my favorite part of the story.
While Taryn repeatedly tested my patience, this debut was layered, tense, and thought-provoking. This is the start of a series, I'm fully invested—and I will absolutely be reading what comes next.
Special thanks to the author for the opportunity to review this ARC! 💖
Review of advance copy
This book was a whole vibe.
Playlist was FIYAH and the story relatable. This story gave me all the Brown Sugar vibes. LOL
Taryn and Zion were goals in a sense. Taryn a woman who refused to open herself up to love and Zion is the man who has loved her for over a decade. A man who knew the score and was willing to play the long game. Talk about a patient man. A successful man. A protective man. A man who loved hard and without wavering. Zion was THAT man and Taryn was too stubborn and closed off to see it.
When I say relatable, I truly understood how Taryn felt. We all have that one friend, family member or associate that constantly looks for love in all the wrong places only to end up hurt, stressed out, in debt, you name it and those individuals always go back for more because they are so desperate for love. Taryn grew up watching her mother go through this endless cycle of trifling men only to be left a shell of her former self with each failed relationship. Therefore, it was easy to understand why Taryn closed herself off to relationships but as a result she closed herself off to the possibility of love and happiness.
Zion was a man on a mission. He knew all about Taryn's heart of steel and it didn't deter him. Zion was her friend, her protector, her lover, her confidant but he refused to be one of her options/playthings. As bad as Zion wanted Taryn, he was willing to play by her rules until her rules stopped making sense.
At times Taryn was insufferable because Zion never gave her a reason for her to continue acting the way she was toward him. She was his sister's best friend and has been around him and his family for over a decade; she knew the type of man he was. She wanted to keep things casual but still wanted to act like a jealous girlfriend. She was insufferable.
Taryn is like many black women who are doing whatever necessary to prevent heartache, drama and pain but it's a double edge sword because sometimes it can leave us missing our blessing; something Taryn ha to learn the hard way but in true Boss BIH fashion my girl had a come to Jesus moment with herself and tackled her demons head on and put in the work necessary to fight her and Zion's HEA.
Playlist was FIYAH and the story relatable. This story gave me all the Brown Sugar vibes. LOL
Taryn and Zion were goals in a sense. Taryn a woman who refused to open herself up to love and Zion is the man who has loved her for over a decade. A man who knew the score and was willing to play the long game. Talk about a patient man. A successful man. A protective man. A man who loved hard and without wavering. Zion was THAT man and Taryn was too stubborn and closed off to see it.
When I say relatable, I truly understood how Taryn felt. We all have that one friend, family member or associate that constantly looks for love in all the wrong places only to end up hurt, stressed out, in debt, you name it and those individuals always go back for more because they are so desperate for love. Taryn grew up watching her mother go through this endless cycle of trifling men only to be left a shell of her former self with each failed relationship. Therefore, it was easy to understand why Taryn closed herself off to relationships but as a result she closed herself off to the possibility of love and happiness.
Zion was a man on a mission. He knew all about Taryn's heart of steel and it didn't deter him. Zion was her friend, her protector, her lover, her confidant but he refused to be one of her options/playthings. As bad as Zion wanted Taryn, he was willing to play by her rules until her rules stopped making sense.
At times Taryn was insufferable because Zion never gave her a reason for her to continue acting the way she was toward him. She was his sister's best friend and has been around him and his family for over a decade; she knew the type of man he was. She wanted to keep things casual but still wanted to act like a jealous girlfriend. She was insufferable.
Taryn is like many black women who are doing whatever necessary to prevent heartache, drama and pain but it's a double edge sword because sometimes it can leave us missing our blessing; something Taryn ha to learn the hard way but in true Boss BIH fashion my girl had a come to Jesus moment with herself and tackled her demons head on and put in the work necessary to fight her and Zion's HEA.
February 13, 2026
Some love stories explode.
This one settles in your chest and refuses to leave.
Always Running is exactly what it promises — not a slow burn, but a slow surrender. And what makes it work so beautifully is that the surrender feels earned.
Taryn Ellison is not difficult. She’s disciplined. Guarded with intention. Built from the blueprint of watching her mother give too much to men who didn’t stay. N.W. Brown doesn’t rush her healing or soften her edges for the sake of romance. Taryn’s fear feels real. Her exit routes feel practiced. Her independence isn’t cute — it’s survival.
And then there’s Zion Wade.
Steady. Observant. Patient in a way that never feels passive. He doesn’t chase. He doesn’t demand. He understands that loving someone like Taryn means standing firm without crowding her. That restraint — that quiet consistency — becomes the most romantic gesture in the book.
The best friend’s brother dynamic simmers with history, tension, and familiarity. Their chemistry isn’t just physical (though the steamy moments carry emotional weight); it’s layered with years of almosts and what-ifs. When they finally cross the line, the story doesn’t pivot into drama for drama’s sake. Instead, it leans into something far more compelling: the vulnerability of staying.
The Wade family backdrop adds richness without overwhelming the romance. Sunday dinners, music industry legacy, sibling bonds — it all feels lived in. The setting grounds the story in culture and tradition, giving the love story space to unfold inside something bigger than just two people.
What stands out most is how intentional the pacing feels. Zion doesn’t try to “fix” Taryn. He doesn’t rush her. He simply remains. And that steadiness becomes the mirror she needs to confront her own fears — not because he forces her to, but because she wants to stop running.
Always Running understands that sometimes the scariest thing isn’t falling in love — it’s believing it might last.
Tender, emotionally grounded, and deeply satisfying, this is a romance that feels less like fireworks and more like a slow R&B groove — smooth, layered, and impossible not to sway to.
A beautiful start to The Wade Legacy.
This one settles in your chest and refuses to leave.
Always Running is exactly what it promises — not a slow burn, but a slow surrender. And what makes it work so beautifully is that the surrender feels earned.
Taryn Ellison is not difficult. She’s disciplined. Guarded with intention. Built from the blueprint of watching her mother give too much to men who didn’t stay. N.W. Brown doesn’t rush her healing or soften her edges for the sake of romance. Taryn’s fear feels real. Her exit routes feel practiced. Her independence isn’t cute — it’s survival.
And then there’s Zion Wade.
Steady. Observant. Patient in a way that never feels passive. He doesn’t chase. He doesn’t demand. He understands that loving someone like Taryn means standing firm without crowding her. That restraint — that quiet consistency — becomes the most romantic gesture in the book.
The best friend’s brother dynamic simmers with history, tension, and familiarity. Their chemistry isn’t just physical (though the steamy moments carry emotional weight); it’s layered with years of almosts and what-ifs. When they finally cross the line, the story doesn’t pivot into drama for drama’s sake. Instead, it leans into something far more compelling: the vulnerability of staying.
The Wade family backdrop adds richness without overwhelming the romance. Sunday dinners, music industry legacy, sibling bonds — it all feels lived in. The setting grounds the story in culture and tradition, giving the love story space to unfold inside something bigger than just two people.
What stands out most is how intentional the pacing feels. Zion doesn’t try to “fix” Taryn. He doesn’t rush her. He simply remains. And that steadiness becomes the mirror she needs to confront her own fears — not because he forces her to, but because she wants to stop running.
Always Running understands that sometimes the scariest thing isn’t falling in love — it’s believing it might last.
Tender, emotionally grounded, and deeply satisfying, this is a romance that feels less like fireworks and more like a slow R&B groove — smooth, layered, and impossible not to sway to.
A beautiful start to The Wade Legacy.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Thank you to the author for the ARC!
Don’t let the cute cover fool you: this is grown woman romance. Period.
Teflon Taryn is not the one to play with. She has a whole blueprint for emotional survival. Sis built a playbook so airtight you’d think she was teaching a masterclass on “How to Never Let a Man Double Back on You.” Lori Harvey would absolutely approve.
But what makes this story hit is that her toughness isn’t random. It’s layered. You can feel that her guarded heart didn’t just appear out of nowhere, it was built brick by brick. That emotional armor? Earned.
And then there’s him. Zion
The attraction is loud. The chemistry is undeniable. But one person is stubbornly gripping their independence like a trophy, while the other is patiently waiting for her to see what’s been right in front of her all along.
This book is for the girls who are always running when love gets too real. The ones with their heart tucked safely behind a bulletproof vest. As a friend to lovers warrior, this is exactly the kind of story I root for because it shows that strength and softness can coexist.
Not a spoiler but when I found out Taryn was an Aquarius? I hollered. As a fellow Aqua, I can confirm: we could be sliding down a wall, absolutely down bad, and you would never know until we decide to let those walls drop. And that internal struggle? Written so well.
Don’t let the cute cover fool you: this is grown woman romance. Period.
Teflon Taryn is not the one to play with. She has a whole blueprint for emotional survival. Sis built a playbook so airtight you’d think she was teaching a masterclass on “How to Never Let a Man Double Back on You.” Lori Harvey would absolutely approve.
But what makes this story hit is that her toughness isn’t random. It’s layered. You can feel that her guarded heart didn’t just appear out of nowhere, it was built brick by brick. That emotional armor? Earned.
And then there’s him. Zion
The attraction is loud. The chemistry is undeniable. But one person is stubbornly gripping their independence like a trophy, while the other is patiently waiting for her to see what’s been right in front of her all along.
This book is for the girls who are always running when love gets too real. The ones with their heart tucked safely behind a bulletproof vest. As a friend to lovers warrior, this is exactly the kind of story I root for because it shows that strength and softness can coexist.
Not a spoiler but when I found out Taryn was an Aquarius? I hollered. As a fellow Aqua, I can confirm: we could be sliding down a wall, absolutely down bad, and you would never know until we decide to let those walls drop. And that internal struggle? Written so well.
Review of advance copy received from Author
BOOK THAT READS LIKE A MOVIE
I received this book as an ARC - Sooooo…this book had me feeling ALL the emotions! I started out so frustrated with Taryn. Then I began to understand why she was the way she was (still impatient with her) but feeling more empathy. She had to work it out her own way in her own time. Even though her issues/actions seemed extreme, she is still relatable; there is a little bit of Taryn in a lot of us. I stayed invested in her story from beginning to end. It was worth the wait.
Zion: So much depth to his character. He had my heart from jump! Despite all his losses and struggles and fears he chose patience, love and vulnerability while still being an Alpha man. That’s sexy! My heart ached for him at times, I rolled my eyes at him sometimes and applauded for him as well. Loving Taryn the way he did…the way she needed him to had me melting.😮💨
There was laughter, tears and riveting moments when I held my breath. The book left me wanting more; to know the other characters’ stories. So happy to know that more is on the way. Excited to immerse myself in the Lennox Falls universe.
P.S. - The soundtrack is🔥!
I received this book as an ARC - Sooooo…this book had me feeling ALL the emotions! I started out so frustrated with Taryn. Then I began to understand why she was the way she was (still impatient with her) but feeling more empathy. She had to work it out her own way in her own time. Even though her issues/actions seemed extreme, she is still relatable; there is a little bit of Taryn in a lot of us. I stayed invested in her story from beginning to end. It was worth the wait.
Zion: So much depth to his character. He had my heart from jump! Despite all his losses and struggles and fears he chose patience, love and vulnerability while still being an Alpha man. That’s sexy! My heart ached for him at times, I rolled my eyes at him sometimes and applauded for him as well. Loving Taryn the way he did…the way she needed him to had me melting.😮💨
There was laughter, tears and riveting moments when I held my breath. The book left me wanting more; to know the other characters’ stories. So happy to know that more is on the way. Excited to immerse myself in the Lennox Falls universe.
P.S. - The soundtrack is🔥!
February 13, 2026
Review of advance copy received from author
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️This was such a great story and a great vibe from beginning to end. It is a slow burn so if you are used to the fast pace love stories this one isn’t for you. It will take you through every emotion and get you to have all the feels.
I loved Zion’s emotional vulnerability and his patience with Taryn. She was frustrating at times but looking at her history and knowing everything that she went through, you then begin to understand her “why.” Letting down the walls that you’ve had up for years to protect yourself takes bravery and our girl Taryn did that. It took her a while to get there but when she did…🔥🔥🔥. Excellent character development and the added soundtrack was a bonus!!!
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️This was such a great story and a great vibe from beginning to end. It is a slow burn so if you are used to the fast pace love stories this one isn’t for you. It will take you through every emotion and get you to have all the feels.
I loved Zion’s emotional vulnerability and his patience with Taryn. She was frustrating at times but looking at her history and knowing everything that she went through, you then begin to understand her “why.” Letting down the walls that you’ve had up for years to protect yourself takes bravery and our girl Taryn did that. It took her a while to get there but when she did…🔥🔥🔥. Excellent character development and the added soundtrack was a bonus!!!
February 13, 2026
I love that N.W. Brown curated a playlist for this book. It pulls you in with the melodic playlist and makes the story that much more immersive. I truly hope the trend continues in the latter books. I felt a genuine connection to the FMC because as a POC finding love that loves me back is scary and hard. I understand Taryn and her hesitation in full force. If you are looking for a beautifully crafted story of love and finding yourself while navigating internalized trust issues this is the book for you. Make sure you for sure read it with the playlist because baby it’s a wild ride.
February 15, 2026
Always Running perfectly describes Taryn—she had me stressed for most of the book! The story felt so relatable, especially knowing people like Taryn and Tasha in real life. There were moments I wanted Zion to walk away, but his patience (and finally putting his foot down!) made me love him even more.
I really appreciated when Taryn took accountability, and the playlist and voice notes were such a beautiful touch—they redeemed her for me. Overall, a really good story. If you loved Brown Sugar, you’ll enjoy this. I can’t wait to read more from this author!
I really appreciated when Taryn took accountability, and the playlist and voice notes were such a beautiful touch—they redeemed her for me. Overall, a really good story. If you loved Brown Sugar, you’ll enjoy this. I can’t wait to read more from this author!
February 13, 2026
Always Running isn’t your typical best-friend’s-brother romance. While Zion and Taryn have lived in that gray area for years, this is more than a trope, it’s a soulful study of what happens when a woman built of glass and steel meets a man who refuses to let her shatter. A story for anyone who has ever used independence as armor, Zion and Taryn’s journey proves that sometimes the bravest thing you can do isn’t run, it’s standing still.
February 13, 2026
Real Love
This book had me in tears like real tears.. I cried with Taryn, felt for Zion.. cursed at them both PLUS Cameron 🤬! It was so unexpected how REAL this book felt while reading it. This story showed a different truth with a MMC that always knew and a FMC who felt unworthy. The healing they did together while facing fear together 5 ⭐️ read
This book had me in tears like real tears.. I cried with Taryn, felt for Zion.. cursed at them both PLUS Cameron 🤬! It was so unexpected how REAL this book felt while reading it. This story showed a different truth with a MMC that always knew and a FMC who felt unworthy. The healing they did together while facing fear together 5 ⭐️ read
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