Crown: Man of My Word 2

by Talena Tillman

Nivéa & Crown are back. "Survive with them."

215 pages, Kindle Edition

Published February 28, 2026

About the author

Talena Tillman is a native of Houston, Texas. At thirty years young, she has already made her mark on the literary world. Notoriously known for her novellas, Talena has mastered the ability to give a full story within a hundred and something pages. Her series “Kane” is her reader’s favorite. She writes urban romance, penning imperfect black love beautifully.

Reviews

[perfectlyamberb · Rating 4 out of 5]

A good end.

Crown and Nivea were cute together, and I am glad they got their happiness, and I loved how the drama with the rival biker gang was wrapped up. Another great one from this author.

[T K Vaugh · Rating 5 out of 5]

Crown and Nivea, He Wears a Crown & Protects Her Heart

My heart is so full!!!…There was so much that happened in this book and I laughed more than I clutched my pearls!!!…
Crown and Nivea was such a beautiful couple and the tenderness he handled her with was just so heartwarming!!!…I knew the chaos his life brought was scary, but he made sure she knew he was going to protect her and provide for her and baby Nyla!!!…
Now they are bringing their family full circle with another baby!!!…
I was so happy that Crown put that tracker on Nivea’s car!!!…
Kerri was so alert and I was sooooo happy she saw Nivea and was able to intercept her and the baby!!!…Danger said he did not care, but Boe was not walking away with his brother’s girl and their baby!!!…
Bid was truly a selfish ash person & slow ash futch!!!…Like he was walking around with 2 guns that could possibly be tracked and then dragged his cousin in the mess too!!!…
Caresha was that friend and said what she meant and meant what she said about her friend and her god daughter!!!…I wanted someone to see and love on Caresha too!!!…
I need a piece of happiness for Danger too!!!…My heart broke when that boundary was set and he was not able to get MO’s bike!!!…

[Tangee Augustin · Rating 5 out of 5]

I didn’t want this to end!

Crown! Whew… I love that man and I loved how this wrapped up for him and Nivéa.

Part two delivered exactly what it promised: action, romance, loyalty, and a man who stands on business.

Crown is truly a man of his word — handling business in the office and in the streets. I loved the balance of his character. He’s tough when he needs to be, but gentle and protective with Nivéa in a way that she truly deserved after everything she’s been through.

And baby when things started hitting the fan… Crown showed up exactly how a protector should. Outside of the chaos, he loved her loudly and unapologetically.

Now the twists with Boe, the Ravens, and Preach?? Wild. Talena kept the tension up the entire time and I stayed locked in trying to see how it would all play out.

And listen… when Crown told her:

“Never put a question mark where I put a period.”

A WORD. 👏🏾

This was a really satisfying close to their story and kept me hooked from start to finish. If you love a protective alpha who backs his words up with action, Crown is definitely your man.

[Quiantra McGhee · Rating 5 out of 5]

Phase 2 is everything I hoped it would be and more. From the very first page, I was pulled right back into Nivéa and Crown’s world like I never left. The chemistry between them is intense, raw, and beautiful!

blending passion, loyalty, and real life struggles into a story that feels authentic and gripping. Crown is the kind of character who stands on his word flawed, protective, and determined! Nivéa’s strength and vulnerability add so much depth to the story. Their journey isn’t perfect, but that’s what makes it so powerful.

The emotional highs and lows had me fully invested. Just when I thought I knew where the story was headed, there were moments that surprised me and kept me turning the pages. The writing flows effortlessly, and the connection between the characters feels genuine, not forced.

My favorite go to Novella Queen

[Ms. Williams · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is one story that I didn't want to end!

Crown and Nivea are so cute together. This book started off rocky with her trifling ex kidnapping her and the baby, but Crowns mother and brother were there to save the day. I enjoyed this book, and I loved how the two of them leaned into each other. Nivea being Crowns peace, stillness, and woman at the end of a long day. Crown being Niveas protector, provider, and man. These two seemed like they were meant to be.

I think this book can go on to another book, may 300- 400 pages. It can be based on Crowns like after marriage. Him trying to balance being a husband, father of two, an architect, and the president. There are so many hats that he has to wear. It can finish up with him handing over the president title to his brother Danger. Boom, then Dangers spinoff can drop.

[Tenika Glover · Rating 5 out of 5]

Survival Of The Fittest!!

Nivea was in survival mode until she met Crown. She didn't have anyone to depend except for her bestfriend Caresha and her mama. Crown knew that he couldn't walk away knowing she was the one. He also knew he had to give her time. Boe was disturbing her peace that she curved out for her and Nyla. The Knight family came in clutch when they saw her at the store. Crown was living between two different worlds. His responsibility is Nivea profess, provide, and protect. While still the head of the biker gang. Danger needs to find love, so his spirit can settle.

[Laya Cooper · Rating 5 out of 5]

All hail Crown!!

I loved this series Crown was walking BDE. He came in claiming Nivea as his wife, and seen it thru. He didn’t play about her or Nyla!! Boe got exactly what his clown self deserved. He wanted to be that 🥷 and he definitely got his 30 minutes of fame. Preach deserved Karma as well. I loved how Crown’s mom loved on Nivea and Nyla she definitely needed that love and support and Careesha was just the bomb best friend. Five stars Ms. Tillman!!🥰

[Monique McKinney · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent

I love how Crown came for his woman. He made sure that he got the woman and baby. It was excellent. All the ups and downs were worth them going through it to get where they are now. It took a lot for them to trust each other, but they made it. The plot was excellent. I would recommend this book.

[Christine Patillo · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a man

Talena, you did it again! I couldn't put it down. Love Nivea and Crown together. Crown is the man, I'm talking about a protector, leader, etc. The way he showed up for Nivea every time, the man deserves a award. Nivea is giver and loving. The way they both poured into each other, was beautiful!! Highly recommend!!!

[Myasia M · Rating 5 out of 5]

Crown....I need one

I need a crown. I'm Nivea. Where he aaaaaaatttttt. What a RIDE... LITERALLY. I loved this series. Just read it. You will not regret it. Now I need D to get his story. I wanna see Lil bro find love real bad. 🔥🔥🔥⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐❤❤❤

[Ephesia Brown · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great series

Another amazing love story about a strong Black man living out his dreams, while also carrying the weight of family legacy. Talena gave us all the feels with Crown and Nivea. Highly recommend this read

[Shonda Thompson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good end to this storyline!!

Crown did not play when it came.to Nivea and Nyla!! He was most definitely a man of his word! The only thing i didnt like was the dogs got killed!! But even that didnt take away from the story!! Great book!!

[Tracy Pettis-Jones · Rating 5 out of 5]

Breathtaking!

Whew, there was time reading this book I was holding my breathe. The book had everything from violence, danger and oh my sex. Loving the love that Crown and Nivea developed it is through their relationship they became better versions of themselves.

[Black Girls Read · Rating 5 out of 5]

Absolutely beautiful storytelling. Action packed and you can feel the romance oozing from the pages. Crown is that guy! Nivéa girl I’m glad you came around and got your man🔥

[Diamond Beale · Rating 5 out of 5]

Kerri

Love this book down the scene with mama Kerri will live rent free in my head. Must read definitely worth the wait

[An'Drea · Rating 5 out of 5]

Crown Him Again!!

So dang good.Crown kept his word and destroyed any and everything for Nivea. I'm so glad Nivea forgave him she deserved his love.

[Shahtia Gay-hairston · Rating 5 out of 5]

Crown

I knew Crown was coming for Nivea by hell or high water! Love the way she stood up to Boe. Everything about this book was 🔥

[Leah · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.25⭐️

[LaDrekia Doucet · Rating 5 out of 5]

whewwwwwwww

Usually part 2 let me down but NOT THIS BOOK! Didn’t want to put the book down. I want a Danger story! Maybe him& Caresha? No ok

[LaToya Brooks · Rating 5 out of 5]

so good!

This series looks so good! I’m glad everything put out the way that it did. I hope danger will get his own story because I know he has so much to tell.

[LexRead · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.25/5 Book 2 came out the gates HOT 🥵. The story lost some steam along the way but overall great book! I would have liked to see Crown interact with Nyla more. I would definitely recommend 🥰

[sabrina thomas · Rating 5 out of 5]

Read this!

Great book! Intense. I love a good love story. How about another one.
Crown started and finished strong. Every woman needs a Crown.

[Kaneesha White · Rating 5 out of 5]

amazing

I absolutely love this book! Talena Chilman strikes again with a superb book! This was a superb follow up to book 1! I highly recommend it!

[princessstianaa · Rating 4 out of 5]

Glad I got my ending ok because I was so mad when I read the first one… but Crown per usual stood on business about my girl Nivea. I am still sad about Mo but I did really like how the author showed the grief between the two brothers behind her death. It was very emotional and raw and I love seeing that from gangsta characters