Makhai Matthews has built a name for himself in the streets and the studio—a gang member turned rising rapper with a reputation for being as reckless as he is talented. He's loyal to his crew, proud of his hustle, and unapologetically blunt. Change isn't something he's ever considered—until he meets her.Diamond Scott has no patience for men who live fast and love carelessly. Between holding down a steady job and trying to keep her life on track while her sister spirals, she's learned the hard way that peace is priceless. Confident, grounded, and self-assured, Diamond refuses to let anyone disturb her balance—especially a man like Makhai.
But when their worlds collide, sparks fly in ways neither expected. Diamond challenges Makhai in a way no one ever has, forcing him to confront the parts of himself he's buried beneath the fame and chaos. And as he works to prove he can be the man she deserves, Diamond finds herself falling for the one person she swore she'd never give a chance.
In a love story rooted in chance and resilience, Makhai and Diamond learn that sometimes the right person doesn't just change your life—they make you want to change yourself.
T’Lyn is a Greenville, South Carolina, native, mother of five, and author with a affinity for writing. She fell in love with reading at the age of fourteen, soon discovering that she wanted to share her own creative ideas.
With a gifted ability of storytelling, T’Lyn crafts love stories mixed with romance and hood. To date, she has published eighteen novels.
T’Lyn has a passion for writing and continues to pen her wild imaginative thoughts, taking readers on a journey with authentic storytelling.
I listened to this book, and the story was not bad, but it was just too many instances of unrealistic happenings. I get using imagination and all, but quite a bit of this book is just unrealistic. Please prepare yourself for the overuse of the word 'lord' to address someone and the phrase 'on lord ' to indicate sincerity 😩😩 it was too much. The male narrators voice didn't match how the characters' voice should've been; it gave high schoolers playing gangster.
Yeah… go ahead and add Loco (Makhai Matthews) to the Book Bae list IMMEDIATELY.
Because we love us an unapologetic, bold, confident, HONEST man who can actually back up what he says — and that’s exactly what Loco is.
Makhai has always been loyal — to his hood, his brothers, and his career. He’s a rising rapper with a reputation for being just as reckless as he is talented, and he has ZERO intentions of slowing down or changing.
But life will humble you real quick… especially when it sends you exactly what you need.
Enter Diamond Scott.
Diamond is focused, career-driven, and fresh out of a relationship with a cheating man — so yeah, she’s not checking for nobody. Especially not some wild, reckless rapper.
But what she WASN’T ready for?
Loco living up to his name.
Because when I tell you this man applied PRESSURE?? I mean PRESSURE.
Diamond not answering his messages? That didn’t stop a thing.
This man literally said: “Diamond still wasn’t responding to a nigga, so I just took that as she wanted to see me in person.”
SIR??? 😂😂
So yeah… when I say he wasn’t taking no for an answer, I mean that man turned silence into a green light and kept it pushing 🤭
Now let’s be very clear about ONE thing…
If you thought you were about to disrespect Diamond or put your hands on her??
Yeah… Loco was NOT playing about his woman.
The way he handled Gwen’s dusty ass boyfriend had me like 😬 but also… 🤷🏾♀️ oh well 😂
That man stood TEN TOES behind her at all times.
And what I really loved about Diamond is that she didn’t fold easily. She made it very clear:
“I’m not impressed by money, fame, or none of that. You disrespect me, I’m out.”
And Loco heard her loud and clear.
Because for all his chaos, he was a man of his word. His actions matched EVERYTHING he said, and that’s what made him hit different.
Now… when life took a serious turn with that NICU call??
Yeah… that’s where Loco solidified himself for me.
That man showed UP.
He didn’t hesitate. He didn’t falter. He stood right beside her and made sure she didn’t go through that alone.
And the way he loved on Baby Lord?? Yeah… that was too cute 🥹
Whole time I’m sitting here like… who knew this unhinged, slightly psychotic man was really a lover boy??
Because he was giving full provider AND protector energy.
And let’s not even get into all the little moments that had me weak…
That Safari scene?? I was HOLLERING 🤣🤣
That man said absolutely not to them animals and honestly?? I’m right there with him 😂
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Overall, I had SUCH a good time with this story.
It was funny, chaotic, emotional, and full of moments that just made you sit there like “yeah… he’s crazy… but I like him” 😂
I enjoyed Loco so much! He was a menace, but he also found love in Diamond! Diamond wasn't the average Girl he was used to, and she let him know he needed to do more than be flashy to get with her. Loco showed Diamond all the ways he could be everything to her, while of course still being true to himself! Diamond had some growing pains, but I'm glad she finally gave in to let Loco love her and her niece. I really love how the family showed up for one another in this book, everyone except Gwen smh. Seeing Jabari, Prynce, and Loco all together was nice to read as well! I just enjoyed this read. Looking forward to what T’Lyn comes out with next!
⭐️⭐️⭐️✨ (3.75) Loco kept me entertained from start to finish. Loco and Diamond were both complex characters who had me rooting for them one minute and questioning their decisions the next. 😅 The story had enough twists and chaos to keep me listening, but the narrator felt like a mismatch for the characters, and the repeated use of "Lord" became distracting. Overall, a solid read that kept my attention, even if it didn't completely win me over.
I DNF'd this about 5 chapters in. I listened, and it was unrealistic and very juvenile. I just think I may be to mature to hear people constantly calling each other lord and referring to females as bitches and other derogatory terms without provocation. This was not my kind of writing.
This was just okay to me no real stand out moments or characters. I kept getting distracted and wanting to do other things while reading it. I didn’t really get Diamond needing to be shown so many times that Gwen ain’t give a damn but yeah.
I had a GOOD time with this read! It was funny, romantic, and spicy. Loco & Diamond were crash outs about each other and I loved it!
Loco was a NUT fr! He literally had no filter and I actually liked that he was unapologetically himself at all times. He was a f-boy but the way he treated Dime had me swooning. He never played about her and he was romantic. Diamond was my girl!!! She literally was sweet but was a crashout about her feelings. I did think sometimes she was overly accusing Loco but I understood her and enjoyed her as a FMC.
These two were everything! I felt the emotional and physical connection between them and I loved how they both stepped up for baby lord. I loved that they were both crashouts and didn’t play about each other.
Diamonds sister was SCUMMMM! I enjoyed how welcoming Loco’s family was with Diamond and how Kabria was always there for Diamond and baby lord.
Okay so I started this book, stopped, and deleted it from my library. Then I came across it again while browsing and couldn’t remember why I stopped… so I downloaded it again.
Then I saw why.
“Lord.”
I could not take it.
He says that word so much I had to actually stop and check how many times it was used… 200 times. For the life of me, I don’t understand why he’s calling everybody “Lord.” At first I thought it was maybe a cult or gang thing that him and his crew used, but no. He says it to everybody. It just kept throwing me me off.
Lord: a person who has authority, control, or power over others; or a title used to address someone of high status.
Loco is the one and I love him - he is easily one of my favorite male characters penned by T’Lyn. Yes, he’s a little crazy and impulsive but he is the good kind of possessive and loves hard. Loco is a rapper and gang member but also a great friend, lover, and father figure to “Baby Lord”. When Loco lays eyes on Dime, it was literally love at first sight - the man knew she was his future wife. But Dime isn’t impressed with hood fame or the glitz and glamour. Dime said you will step correctly or step off, and what did Loco do? He STEPPED CORRECTLY! I know that’s right! I live for Dime’s character, she’s ambitious but when she receives an unexpected call from the NICU she did not hesitate to step up and I respect that the most. In a way, Dime’s story hit close to home for me. I love the way she gave grace to her sister Gwen and creates boundaries because at the end of the day - there is an innocent child being impacted. Loco in daddy mode was truly special because he didn’t change who he was, in fact Dime and Baby Lord made him grind harder. Ugh, I love this man! lol! 😆
This book had no business being this funny. I laughed out loud more than a few times. It was genuinely such a good time.
I absolutely loved Loco. He’s a playboy, an asshole, reckless, and just a little unhinged. I loved watching Diamond refuse to entertain his usual antics and how she essentially forced him to grow up just by being herself. The way he course corrected and showed up for Diamond and Baby Lord? I ate that up. Seeing his character development and softer, loverboy side come out was a highlight for me! I also really enjoyed the dynamic he had with his family and his brothers.
Diamond was ambitious and strong-willed, and I admired how she showed up for Keona without hesitation. She did frustrate me at times with how quickly she jumped to conclusions and how she held her ex’s actions against Loco, but it didn’t take away from my overall enjoyment. I felt for her with her situation with her sister. This is a book I wouldn’t have minded a 5-10 year epilogue because I’d love to see how things worked out in the long run.
This was a good time, but T'Lyn always delivers. Loco was a fool and funny as h*ll. He didn't play when it came to Diamond or Baby Lord. Diamond fought him for a bit, but he wasn't letting up once he set his sights on her. The safari scene had me cracking up, and watching them grow as a couple was super sweet to read.
Diamond worked my nerves! I was with her at first, run that strict program sis. But damn, at some point you’re blocking your blessings. She and Baby Lord brought the patient, gentle side out of Makhai. Makhai/Loco was so casually crazy! Diamond’s sister needs her ass whooped!
Oh, Ms. T'Lyn, you have this gift where you make these characters seem so real. I feel like Loco was one of the homies I can call up just to chill. Now, granted, he was a whole celebrity plus a thug. And lived both lives proudly. He was loco in every sense of the word, but he had a heart of gold. Once he laid eyes on Diamond, they sparkled for her from that point on. He was there to help her when everything hit the fan with Gwen, her sister. Diamond tried her hardest to get her sister on the straight and narrow, but she wasn't successful. She did what she had to do, so she pulled up her big girl panties and handled things. I love how she went about it, and of course Loco was right there beside her. He played two important roles as an uncle and father. He grew to love Diamond with all his heart. I have a favorite scene that I read more than once, and it's the safari one. I cracked a rib laughing at Loco. I thought it was hilarious that he was the only one in a frenzy.
Ms. T'Lyn, you did your thing on this one, but you always deliver. You understand the assignment well. I am hoping that a few more books are birthed from this one. Kabria needs to tell her story. In addition, it would be lovely to witness Gwen get her life together. However, ladies and gents, since I strongly recommend this book, please take the time to download and read.
We met Loco in the Mathers brothers series & finally he gets his own book. Baby one thing about it & two things for sure Loco don’t play!!! He met Diamond & was immediately intrigued. This one was a good one.
Loco was really a menace and did not play around. Really liked how Diamond was sure of herself and maintained her standards. Gwen was a really sad case but it was nice seeing Lance come around for Keona.
I enjoyed reading this book & how it ended. Is it just me or was it a strange obsession with brushing their teeth? I mean I get it because I brush my teeth and floss alot but they got me beat….
The Couple Carried It, But the Plot Couldn’t Keep Up
The characters were the best part of this one, and honestly they almost saved it.
Loco was a lot, but that was the point. He really did live up to his name. Rough, funny, extra, and completely locked in on Diamond from jump. I appreciated how sure he was about her and how relentlessly he pursued her without it feeling creepy. That balance is hard to pull off and the author did it well.
Diamond was easy to root for too. She had been through it, but she still knew her worth and never let Loco swallow her whole. Watching her hold her own against his big personality was one of the more entertaining parts of the book. Their dynamic was fun and there were a few scenes that genuinely had me smiling.
Where the book lost me was the plot. There were storylines that felt like they were building toward something and then just kind of… fizzled. The ending especially felt rushed, like the author was ready to wrap up before I was ready to leave. A few threads that got introduced early never really got the resolution they deserved. By the time I finished, the couple had made me smile but the story itself didn’t stick.
Not a bad read at all. The friend group was a great bonus (and great see some favorite older characters) and the humor landed more often than not. I just wanted the plot to show up the way the characters did.
I really enjoyed this one! 💜📚 The characters pulled me in from the beginning, and I found myself rooting for them the entire time. It had the perfect mix of romance, emotion, and just enough tension to keep me turning the pages.
Final Thoughts: A heartfelt, feel-good read that I thoroughly enjoyed from start to finish. Definitely worth adding to your TBR! ✨💕📖
I am not trying to leave a bad review but maybe 40% I predicted the whole story. I was hope for a little more drama, maybe Loco going to jail, or Baby Lord get kidnapped by the mother something that give it a little Cilantro to the book. The book is well written but too long for it to be so predictable.
Not my favorite book I read by this author but I enjoyed it nonetheless.
I liked how unhinged Loco was and how he didn’t play about Diamond.
Now what irritates me in this book is how untrusting Diamond is of Loco even though he was proving constantly how much he only wants her. Like I get she was still traumatized from her EX cheating on her but she had to let that shit go. Another thing I didn’t enjoy was how when Diamond and Loco did one of them drive thru zoos, he got so pissed and pulled a gun on the worker who only wanted his autograph. That shit was insane and honestly pissed me off like grow tf up, they’re harmless animals, he was doing the most.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
Loco was indeed crazy and had me cracking up the majority of the book. Boy when he crossed paths with Diamond, he was all gas no breaks. Diamond was rare though, she didn't need money or status because she knew her value and made Mahkai/Loco work for her. Her previous situation left her gun shy and she misread a few situations, but she got it together. I can't believe her sister pulled the stunt she did, but it's what addiction can do to you. This was a good read and seeing characters from previous books was icing on the cake. Happy Reading Y'all!💋
You really have to be healed or working on yourself before getting into a relationship because you really bring your trauma with you and throw it onto your new partner. Diamond did that the whole book and it was annoying, if it wasnt for Kabria talking sense into Diamond then she would have been a lost cause.
Now this man was truly crazy lol but loved Diamond and her niece from very early on. The one thing I didn’t really care for is Diamond constantly accusing him of cheating it was literally a recurring theme. I get it you’re hurt from previous relationships and he’s a celebrity but if you’re going to trust him then do that!! Other than that, the book was good.
Ok so I am going to say this while holding y’all’s hand, “I will take anybody to the trail rides who wanna claim that Loco is their man.” 😂🤷🏾♀️ Loco a.k.a. Makhai was not playing when it came to Diamond. I loved their dynamic and their relationship. My girl Diamond was not the one for Makhai to play with. She made him work to get her attention. The lengths that Makhai went through to get to Diamond had me swooning because he just didn’t have the sense that god gave him.
Makhai was entertaining to say the least. He was also outspoken and just plainly said whatever was on his mind and he didn’t care who he said it to or how they felt about it. I loved Makhai real bad because he is rough around the edges, but soft with the people he loved. Makhai was a good wholesome blend of toxic, unhinged, thug, and lover all in one fine @ss man. I loved the way Ms. Author Lady balanced Makhai out with his street game and his music career. That was dope and different. We all love a balanced man just as much as we loved a balanced diet…Am I right ladies🤔? I know I am right.
Penny for my thoughts to the Author, “There needs to be a part 2 somehow because one book is not enough.” Love and Thank Ya!!!
Anywho, please go buy, download, and read expeditiously to get your fix on my man my man my man Loco a.k.a. Makhai.
This story was so cute and easy to get into. We follow Malachi, also known as Loco, who we met through Prince and Jabari’s circle. Loco is a rapper who ends up falling for Diamond, a preschool teacher whose life gets flipped upside down when she has to step in and raise her niece while her sister can’t.
Watching Loco and Diamond try to merge their two very different worlds felt real and grounded. I really enjoyed how their relationship developed, especially with everything they both had going on. The friendship between Loco, Prince, and Jabari is still one of my favorite parts of this series. It feels genuine, loyal, and full of history. And if you’ve been reading along, the pop-out from King was a nice touch.
Diamond and her best friend had a bond I loved seeing. That kind of “I got you no matter what” friendship always adds something special to the story. At the same time, I appreciated how Loco moved. He did things his way, stood on who he was, and didn’t let anyone sway him.
I also understood Diamond’s hesitation and insecurities. Given her past, her reactions made sense and didn’t feel forced. The only thing I wanted more of was Tristan. It felt like he was going to play a bigger role, so I was a little surprised when that didn’t fully happen.
Overall, I really enjoyed this one. This author is quickly becoming one of my favorites, and I love getting lost in Crescent Falls and Diamond Falls. Those worlds just feel like home at this point. I’m definitely looking forward to the next book and seeing more from these characters.
This was such a cute reprieve from juggling life around and throughout this whole book, the only thing I kept on thinking was that I wish I was there instead of here where chaos lives in our country. Anyway let me stop because I am digressing…. Well let’s start with my lord, Locco, who by the way have me singing “what a man, what a man, what a mighty fine man…. Yes he is”. Well the saying stands with him that when you find the one or the it thing that can and will make you change, you go full blown on lord! (Only thing was there was just a little bit too much of mission impossible and no law enforcement around but then again MyKing was there, I guess that explains it all)… Diamond on the other hand was cute at the beginning but this insecurity that she kept on showing was such a turn off and childish. I ended up not liking her at all. Kabria was ok and it was so nice to read the others but still a little bit disappointed not knowing what’s happening in their lives, a little bit, but it was still fire 🔥. Few authors have me always drop everything to read them and and MS. T’Lyn is definitely one of them… until next time, but go have some fun now with Locco!