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February 7, 2026
(3.5) I’ve enjoyed the few books I’ve read by this author so far. She has an almost poetic & fluid writing style. Lots of figurative language. I loved Dru and Phoenix as a couple. They had an instant almost supernatural connection & a relationship/chemistry that flowed so easily. He was supportive & affirming and I loved how he walked beside her in her grief and didn’t try to downplay or rush her through her grief. And she was accepting of who he was, never attempting to change him.[They was nasty too😏]
But the rest fell a little flat for me. The whole reason for them getting married was to keep her safe. Cool. We love a marriage of convenience especially ones when the marriage is pretty much real from day 1. But I was disappointed that there were no shenanigans associated with the person she needed protection from. It just kinda dropped off. And then randomly halfway through the book it’s like “oh hey that situation has been handled off page”. Almost all of the conflicts with external characters were resolved very quickly. And there were also some other parts that felt a little rushed through. I personally would have liked to see a bit more of it play out on the page. Either way it’s worth reading just because of their sweet & spicy romance
But the rest fell a little flat for me. The whole reason for them getting married was to keep her safe. Cool. We love a marriage of convenience especially ones when the marriage is pretty much real from day 1. But I was disappointed that there were no shenanigans associated with the person she needed protection from. It just kinda dropped off. And then randomly halfway through the book it’s like “oh hey that situation has been handled off page”. Almost all of the conflicts with external characters were resolved very quickly. And there were also some other parts that felt a little rushed through. I personally would have liked to see a bit more of it play out on the page. Either way it’s worth reading just because of their sweet & spicy romance
May 19, 2026
Tropes: Marriage of Convenience, Found Family, Suspense, Criminal Elements, Love/Attraction at First Sight
Safe in His Arms by SUNSHINES URBAN NOVELS is the second book that I have read by this author, and each book has been uniquely entertaining. The other book is Midnight Bleus. Safe in His Arms is an extremely well-crafted book that deals with grief, recovery, finding family and the development of a beautifully textured love found in unexpected places.
Pheonix Colton is dealt an unbearable loss at the same time that Dru Baptiste welcomes his son into the world. Pheonix is forced to face her loss alone, while Dru makes the decision to cut his child’s mother out of his life. He has no love for her and would rather raise his child solo than in home where pretense is a way of life.
From their initial fraught “encounter” at the hospital, the universe seems to be determined to throw Dru and Pheonix together. His child appears to need Pheonix and can almost sense her presence, while Pheonix needs rescuing from her father and former boyfriend! The obvious answer would be to find a method that would give them what they both need. Dru informs Pheonix that marriage will do the trick. But will Pheonix find herself escaping one snare only to find herself in far more dangerous situation as she becomes the wife of the man known and the “reaper”.
Conclusion:
This story is an awesome take on the marriage of convenience trope! Dru and Pheonix were swoon-worthy together AND readers soon find out that Pheonix, as a black hat hacker, was much more resilient than she first appears. In fact, she was so far from a pushover that it was laughable! Their developing relationship was filled with spicy passion and beautiful support; I loved their little family. I also enjoyed the secondary characters, especially Sage, she was an amazing friend and voice of wisdom. We also get characters who seemed to be established or who had storylines of their own. Mainly Pheonix's sister Khalani and her husband Luci. I am on the lookout for perhaps a previous story featuring them. Final words, this story was fantastic and I liked that once they made that commitment (convenience or not) they were in it for the long haul. I look forward to other books by this author!!!
Favorite Lines:
When I finally looked up, I saw him. The man from the hospital. The one who turned around when I screamed like my soul was being ripped out. The one whose eyes caught mine in the chaos and somehow held me still.
“Say, my baby,” I called out, stepping toward her, “put that bat down before you end up with glass on that pretty face of yours.”
Ahmad was settled deep in her arms, his tiny fingers gripping her shirt like he’d been there before. Like he remembered her. Like he was hers.
He looked at me. Soft now. Real. Solid. “She’ll be my wife. And my son? Will be her son.”
I walked out of that room with Dru beside me, his forces echoing against cold marble floors, and for the first time in months I felt like somebody was walking with me. Not behind me. Not above me. With me.
“My morning was already rough, and I don’t need to come in here and listen to my little friend cry because his grandma wouldn’t get off her phone.”
…..you tryna act like you not lookin’ at him like a hot plate of neckbones.”
“Look at you,” she said now, eyes narrowing at me. “Wifed up. Titties full. Ass fatter. Hair still braided like you not about to get it pulled tonight.”
I smirked. “Bet but don’t forget we still gotta take our lil family picture tomorrow.” He winked. “Perfect. I’ma have you wearin’ that aftercare glow.”
“Good,” she said, like it settled everything. “Go wake that man up. Tell him the reaper done planted a seed.”
You think I’m not gon’ notice that divine shift in you? You my favorite energy.”
“Mmmhm. Aight. I’m hungry and irritated. Bring me something when you done torturing people.”
Three years of finding peace in the chaos. Joy in the noise. God in the details.
Safe in His Arms by SUNSHINES URBAN NOVELS is the second book that I have read by this author, and each book has been uniquely entertaining. The other book is Midnight Bleus. Safe in His Arms is an extremely well-crafted book that deals with grief, recovery, finding family and the development of a beautifully textured love found in unexpected places.
Pheonix Colton is dealt an unbearable loss at the same time that Dru Baptiste welcomes his son into the world. Pheonix is forced to face her loss alone, while Dru makes the decision to cut his child’s mother out of his life. He has no love for her and would rather raise his child solo than in home where pretense is a way of life.
From their initial fraught “encounter” at the hospital, the universe seems to be determined to throw Dru and Pheonix together. His child appears to need Pheonix and can almost sense her presence, while Pheonix needs rescuing from her father and former boyfriend! The obvious answer would be to find a method that would give them what they both need. Dru informs Pheonix that marriage will do the trick. But will Pheonix find herself escaping one snare only to find herself in far more dangerous situation as she becomes the wife of the man known and the “reaper”.
Conclusion:
This story is an awesome take on the marriage of convenience trope! Dru and Pheonix were swoon-worthy together AND readers soon find out that Pheonix, as a black hat hacker, was much more resilient than she first appears. In fact, she was so far from a pushover that it was laughable! Their developing relationship was filled with spicy passion and beautiful support; I loved their little family. I also enjoyed the secondary characters, especially Sage, she was an amazing friend and voice of wisdom. We also get characters who seemed to be established or who had storylines of their own. Mainly Pheonix's sister Khalani and her husband Luci. I am on the lookout for perhaps a previous story featuring them. Final words, this story was fantastic and I liked that once they made that commitment (convenience or not) they were in it for the long haul. I look forward to other books by this author!!!
Favorite Lines:
When I finally looked up, I saw him. The man from the hospital. The one who turned around when I screamed like my soul was being ripped out. The one whose eyes caught mine in the chaos and somehow held me still.
“Say, my baby,” I called out, stepping toward her, “put that bat down before you end up with glass on that pretty face of yours.”
Ahmad was settled deep in her arms, his tiny fingers gripping her shirt like he’d been there before. Like he remembered her. Like he was hers.
He looked at me. Soft now. Real. Solid. “She’ll be my wife. And my son? Will be her son.”
I walked out of that room with Dru beside me, his forces echoing against cold marble floors, and for the first time in months I felt like somebody was walking with me. Not behind me. Not above me. With me.
“My morning was already rough, and I don’t need to come in here and listen to my little friend cry because his grandma wouldn’t get off her phone.”
…..you tryna act like you not lookin’ at him like a hot plate of neckbones.”
“Look at you,” she said now, eyes narrowing at me. “Wifed up. Titties full. Ass fatter. Hair still braided like you not about to get it pulled tonight.”
I smirked. “Bet but don’t forget we still gotta take our lil family picture tomorrow.” He winked. “Perfect. I’ma have you wearin’ that aftercare glow.”
“Good,” she said, like it settled everything. “Go wake that man up. Tell him the reaper done planted a seed.”
You think I’m not gon’ notice that divine shift in you? You my favorite energy.”
“Mmmhm. Aight. I’m hungry and irritated. Bring me something when you done torturing people.”
Three years of finding peace in the chaos. Joy in the noise. God in the details.
February 7, 2026
Oh… like ohhhhhhhh. I wasn’t expecting to like this book this much. First I was a little iffy cause everything was just happening so fast but like at the end I realized it was the perfect pace. I loveddddddd LOVEEDDDD Phoenix down.
First I think more authors should make their FMC tech savvy it’s so bad ass. Like she was quiet but deadly and I loved that. I also really really liked the fact that she wasn’t a pushover. She didn’t let her dad… Nova’s sperm donor, dru’s mama or egg donor walk all over her. The way she stood up for herself and did what had to be done. Chefs kiss.
Her grief was just so heart breaking like no words at all.
The birthing scene at the endddddddd CHEFSSSSS KISSSSSSS that was beautiful. Like straight up beautiful i felt like i was there just cheering her on.. the way her water broke had me screaming tho like that shit was hilarious.
Anyways I have no notes for this book. It was beautiful and heartbreaking. Little drama (nothing that came between the couples which I loveeee). Sage is just beautiful and I pray everyone has a friend like her.
First I think more authors should make their FMC tech savvy it’s so bad ass. Like she was quiet but deadly and I loved that. I also really really liked the fact that she wasn’t a pushover. She didn’t let her dad… Nova’s sperm donor, dru’s mama or egg donor walk all over her. The way she stood up for herself and did what had to be done. Chefs kiss.
Her grief was just so heart breaking like no words at all.
The birthing scene at the endddddddd CHEFSSSSS KISSSSSSS that was beautiful. Like straight up beautiful i felt like i was there just cheering her on.. the way her water broke had me screaming tho like that shit was hilarious.
Anyways I have no notes for this book. It was beautiful and heartbreaking. Little drama (nothing that came between the couples which I loveeee). Sage is just beautiful and I pray everyone has a friend like her.
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February 26, 2026
Five stars. Easy.
This was fun, fast and easy to follow. No overcomplicated drama. No mental gymnastics. Just clean storytelling with strong characters.
Phoenix? Not weak. Not fragile. She just moves quietly until she does not. And when she stood up to her mother-in-law?
“If you ever bring up my daughter again, I don’t care if you’re his mama, the Pope or God herself… I will stomp a mud hole in your bald headed ass.”
I loved that. Immediate boundary. No hesitation. She handled that.
Dru? Solid. Protective. Present. An amazing father to Ahmed, and that matters. Watching Phoenix love that baby like her own added emotional weight without dragging the story down.
This book flows. It is entertaining without being chaotic. Emotional without being exhausting. You can read it in one sitting and not feel drained.
Fun. Strong FMC. Great dad energy. Happy reading!
This was fun, fast and easy to follow. No overcomplicated drama. No mental gymnastics. Just clean storytelling with strong characters.
Phoenix? Not weak. Not fragile. She just moves quietly until she does not. And when she stood up to her mother-in-law?
“If you ever bring up my daughter again, I don’t care if you’re his mama, the Pope or God herself… I will stomp a mud hole in your bald headed ass.”
I loved that. Immediate boundary. No hesitation. She handled that.
Dru? Solid. Protective. Present. An amazing father to Ahmed, and that matters. Watching Phoenix love that baby like her own added emotional weight without dragging the story down.
This book flows. It is entertaining without being chaotic. Emotional without being exhausting. You can read it in one sitting and not feel drained.
Fun. Strong FMC. Great dad energy. Happy reading!
February 18, 2026
Loving love. It's a vibe!
Ok, so at this point, I'm hooked. I've been working my way through this authors catalog and haven't found a bad one yet. The love is easy, like a sunset, even when life is lifing, and I'm here for all of it. Love easy love, even if the circumstances aren't the easiest.
Some editing is needed, nothing too crazy, like making sure the FMC name is spelled the same throughout the book(went from Pheonix to Phoenix multiple times) and making sure to introduce characters(Lyssa just popped up. I assume she is the FMC's sister but I'm not sure). Also, at one point, the FMC was combing her fingers through curls, rubbing a back and rubbing her belly all at the same time. How Sway?
Ok, so at this point, I'm hooked. I've been working my way through this authors catalog and haven't found a bad one yet. The love is easy, like a sunset, even when life is lifing, and I'm here for all of it. Love easy love, even if the circumstances aren't the easiest.
Some editing is needed, nothing too crazy, like making sure the FMC name is spelled the same throughout the book(went from Pheonix to Phoenix multiple times) and making sure to introduce characters(Lyssa just popped up. I assume she is the FMC's sister but I'm not sure). Also, at one point, the FMC was combing her fingers through curls, rubbing a back and rubbing her belly all at the same time. How Sway?
February 14, 2026
amazing short story
This was such a great read from beginning to end. The first couple of chapters immediately pull you in, and somewhere along the way you realize there’s a whole mannnn honey and he’s waiting between these pages. I’ve always loved her writing style because she knows how to draw you in emotionally, but this one felt a little different in the best way. It’s shorter, lighter, and incredibly satisfying. The perfect “palate cleanser” if you’re in the middle of a heavier series and need something sweet and refreshing before your next deep dive. Definitely a quick, enjoyable read that still delivers on charm and connection.
This was such a great read from beginning to end. The first couple of chapters immediately pull you in, and somewhere along the way you realize there’s a whole mannnn honey and he’s waiting between these pages. I’ve always loved her writing style because she knows how to draw you in emotionally, but this one felt a little different in the best way. It’s shorter, lighter, and incredibly satisfying. The perfect “palate cleanser” if you’re in the middle of a heavier series and need something sweet and refreshing before your next deep dive. Definitely a quick, enjoyable read that still delivers on charm and connection.
February 18, 2026
Amazing!!
I knew from the recommendation of what to expect. But nothing prepared me for it actually unfolding. Talk about perfect or near perfect alignment, here it is. Dru was on point from Ahmad's first breath, that he'd be that dad. Not knowing he'd have little to no help, not even the birth mother nor his own mother. And at that same exact time, Phoenix's world shattered and she was all alone during the process. Her baby's father had secrets. Even her father seemed to not care. But worlds intertwined, along with fate, brings destiny together. Ahmad, playing wingman as Laci joked was too adorable. I had feels from chapter one all the way through and loved every moment.
I knew from the recommendation of what to expect. But nothing prepared me for it actually unfolding. Talk about perfect or near perfect alignment, here it is. Dru was on point from Ahmad's first breath, that he'd be that dad. Not knowing he'd have little to no help, not even the birth mother nor his own mother. And at that same exact time, Phoenix's world shattered and she was all alone during the process. Her baby's father had secrets. Even her father seemed to not care. But worlds intertwined, along with fate, brings destiny together. Ahmad, playing wingman as Laci joked was too adorable. I had feels from chapter one all the way through and loved every moment.
May 14, 2026
I liked the book for the most part. They were cute and the instalove didn’t feel cringe and although short it didn’t feel incomplete.
Things I didn’t like.
Pheonix background felt too untouched. Like why did she need protection. How did she know who to call regarding her daddy?
The editing (I guess that’s where this is caught) could have been better. For example, it read she locked the door when she went to the bathroom but later read he heard her through the crack in the door. 😑. Another said, I put Ahmed in his highchair. Next paragraph stated he was on the hip. . There were others too but not bad enough for me to dislike the book or writing overall.
3.5 ⭐️
Things I didn’t like.
Pheonix background felt too untouched. Like why did she need protection. How did she know who to call regarding her daddy?
The editing (I guess that’s where this is caught) could have been better. For example, it read she locked the door when she went to the bathroom but later read he heard her through the crack in the door. 😑. Another said, I put Ahmed in his highchair. Next paragraph stated he was on the hip. . There were others too but not bad enough for me to dislike the book or writing overall.
3.5 ⭐️
February 23, 2026
I love when a man loves a woman with everything in him! I was hooked in this story from beginning to end. The fact that they met at a time that was so heavy for Phoenix && he held her down to the fullest ! This book shows you that blood don’t make you family loyalty does ! They married out of convenience and instantly fell deeply in love !
I love how Phe was able to heal and be loved through her grief!
S/O to them Husbands that don’t play about their Wives !!!
I love how Phe was able to heal and be loved through her grief!
S/O to them Husbands that don’t play about their Wives !!!
March 16, 2026
More More More More
These are the type of stories we need more of…Just as in life balance is necessary…Same rings true in the literary world…Every Urban story doesn’t have to be one note to be Urban…Somebody has to represent not every Gangsta…Menace…Goon…Kingpin”s lives by the code of Cheating…Disrespecting…Betraying…or Abusing their partners…What made Dru that guy is he treasured home…This was one of those reads you don’t want to end…You want more of Dru and Phoenix’s world…
These are the type of stories we need more of…Just as in life balance is necessary…Same rings true in the literary world…Every Urban story doesn’t have to be one note to be Urban…Somebody has to represent not every Gangsta…Menace…Goon…Kingpin”s lives by the code of Cheating…Disrespecting…Betraying…or Abusing their partners…What made Dru that guy is he treasured home…This was one of those reads you don’t want to end…You want more of Dru and Phoenix’s world…
April 23, 2026
Safety
This is story is exactly what the title is. The way Dru showed up for Phoenix was the safety she needed to continue her healing journey. He was there no matter what was happening, no matter what she was going through no matter who was coming. It's so crazy how much of a boss she is because the way she made Lazarus, that man mama and Ahmad's egg donor was definitely boss moves. They way they healed each other just made me love them that much more.
This is story is exactly what the title is. The way Dru showed up for Phoenix was the safety she needed to continue her healing journey. He was there no matter what was happening, no matter what she was going through no matter who was coming. It's so crazy how much of a boss she is because the way she made Lazarus, that man mama and Ahmad's egg donor was definitely boss moves. They way they healed each other just made me love them that much more.
February 7, 2026
The feels I got from this book...phew. There is no pain like losing a child and the way it was done in this book pulled the emotions. Dru and Pheonix meeting was ordained while the healing gave love and peace with some nasty mixed in 😉. Folks tried the couple but don't let the peacefulness fool you. Another great read from Suntheauthor.
February 17, 2026
great read
I don’t want to spoil it for so all I’m gone say is my the universe blew me with a Dru they way he loved phoenix is how every woman wish they could be loved by a man. He came in and saved her and he didn’t know she was going to heal him in the process, love this love story I give it a 10/10
I don’t want to spoil it for so all I’m gone say is my the universe blew me with a Dru they way he loved phoenix is how every woman wish they could be loved by a man. He came in and saved her and he didn’t know she was going to heal him in the process, love this love story I give it a 10/10
February 21, 2026
5 star ✴️ ✴️ ✴️ ✴️ ✴️ read
Baby this book was so good. This is what I needed in my life. I love how Dru really spoke life back into Phoenix after her tragic loss. Dru is the prime example of if he wanted to he would, cause he played no games about his family. Phoenix was a little broken but she still played no games. I recommend everyone read this book.
Baby this book was so good. This is what I needed in my life. I love how Dru really spoke life back into Phoenix after her tragic loss. Dru is the prime example of if he wanted to he would, cause he played no games about his family. Phoenix was a little broken but she still played no games. I recommend everyone read this book.
March 4, 2026
3.5 ⭐️. This was a different type of read for me. Dru and Phoenix’s first encounter starts the day she goes through a tragic loss alone while Dru just became a single dad. Months later they run into eachother again and Dru has set his eyes on Phoenix. Dru and his four month old son Ahmad feel a connection towards Phoenix that’s undeniable. This is a marriage of convenience with a single dad turned love story. This was fast paced and a cute read. I enjoyed reading.
February 7, 2026
Loved it
I loved that Book Ms Author Lady you had me hooked from the first page. I enjoyed the whole book I hate that his mama never came to her senses but hey what they say sometime ppl are here for a season not a life time. Anyway 10 out of 10
I loved that Book Ms Author Lady you had me hooked from the first page. I enjoyed the whole book I hate that his mama never came to her senses but hey what they say sometime ppl are here for a season not a life time. Anyway 10 out of 10
February 26, 2026
baby Ahmad the soul healer
Loved how Ahmad chose phoenix he helped heal her and didn’t even know it.
I would have liked to get more of who Phoenix and her dad was but overall liked this book.
When you get the grim reaper to love you nobody can touch you.
Loved how Ahmad chose phoenix he helped heal her and didn’t even know it.
I would have liked to get more of who Phoenix and her dad was but overall liked this book.
When you get the grim reaper to love you nobody can touch you.
April 19, 2026
I do love a marriage of convenience and Dru was the perfect husband! My girl, Phoenix was broken and Dru and Ahmad healed her. Now my only issue is that they never said I love you to each other 🙄 yes, they felt it and I did too but I love hearing the declaration
May 6, 2026
I almost want more of this little family. It was drama, sweet, comfort, revenge, and romantic. This was a book I can read more than once. Wasn’t over the top in any way and it was quick with nothing left out to imagine.
May 17, 2026
Sweet
Pretty low drama and what popped up was quickly handled. There was missing information like why the dad wanted what he wanted but the main characters were amazing. The healing was beautiful.
Pretty low drama and what popped up was quickly handled. There was missing information like why the dad wanted what he wanted but the main characters were amazing. The healing was beautiful.
February 12, 2026
Beautiful
This was so unexpected but so good. This is urban fiction. Love, babies, and a man that don’t play a your peace.
This was so unexpected but so good. This is urban fiction. Love, babies, and a man that don’t play a your peace.
February 15, 2026
my man my man
We love Dru I’m glad he’s finally on KU so everyone can enjoy this story as much as I did 🩷
We love Dru I’m glad he’s finally on KU so everyone can enjoy this story as much as I did 🩷
March 5, 2026
4.25⭐️
March 14, 2026
I really loved this book
April 5, 2026
Such a sweet story
This was such a sweet story. You handled their healing with care and intent. The power of loving the right person for you was front and center.
This was such a sweet story. You handled their healing with care and intent. The power of loving the right person for you was front and center.
May 6, 2026
loved it!
Very heart warming and romantic I got lost in this book and the ending was beautiful I crying and smiling at the same time
Very heart warming and romantic I got lost in this book and the ending was beautiful I crying and smiling at the same time
June 2, 2026
3.75⭐️ needed a bit more info and a few things I needed answers for. I really did like Phoenix & Dru together
March 20, 2026
Phoenix and Dru
4.5
4.5
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