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The Wright Man: A Slow Burn Black Romance — Childhood Best Friends, Second Chances, and Coming Home
702 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 29, 2026
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July 7, 2026
4.5⭐️ This book gave me all the feels. 🥹 Childhood friends to lovers, found family, trauma and healing, and a protective MMC? Say less.
I love when a book feels so real, like I'm a part of the pages experiencing everything with the characters. The story shifts between the past and present in such a meaningful way, giving us the heartfelt moments and history needed to truly understand each step of their journey.
Maleek and Angelica had the most supportive village. Their people were hilarious, loyal, and always ready to show up for them no matter what.
This book was raw and emotional, but the author never let the heaviness overshadow the hope and comfort present throughout the story. The way Maleek took Angelica's broken heart, gently pieced it back together, and breathed life into it with so much patience, reassurance, and love... whew.
I don't want to give too much away, but just know the size of this book is absolutely worth it. Every page serves a purpose. 10/10, highly recommend!
I love when a book feels so real, like I'm a part of the pages experiencing everything with the characters. The story shifts between the past and present in such a meaningful way, giving us the heartfelt moments and history needed to truly understand each step of their journey.
Maleek and Angelica had the most supportive village. Their people were hilarious, loyal, and always ready to show up for them no matter what.
This book was raw and emotional, but the author never let the heaviness overshadow the hope and comfort present throughout the story. The way Maleek took Angelica's broken heart, gently pieced it back together, and breathed life into it with so much patience, reassurance, and love... whew.
I don't want to give too much away, but just know the size of this book is absolutely worth it. Every page serves a purpose. 10/10, highly recommend!
July 16, 2026
DNF @ 22%. I love a good slow burn but I fear the repetitive phrasing got to me. I also found some of the flashbacks disruptive to the flow. I enjoyed their content but not how they were placed in the middle of pivotal moments. When the MCs meet for the first time, I want to be in the moment with them, not brought back to when they were 16.
2 ⭐
2 ⭐
July 5, 2026
Read this book Chile!
I absolutely loved this book!
Although it’s centered around a love story that unfolds over decades, one of its biggest messages is that you never have to settle for a mediocre version of love. So often, women mistake control for love, and this story beautifully highlights the difference.
The author explores what it feels like to be broken down by someone you devoted your life to, only to be rebuilt by someone who quietly loved and supported you all along. Beyond the romance, I also appreciated the importance of sisterhood. The unwavering support from the women in her life was a powerful reminder that we don’t have to carry our burdens alone, even though pride and embarrassment often keep us from leaning on those who love us.
By the time I finished the last page, I felt hopeful. This book reminded me that the right kind of love is worth waiting for, and it definitely renewed my faith that my Mr. Wright is out there!
I absolutely loved this book!
Although it’s centered around a love story that unfolds over decades, one of its biggest messages is that you never have to settle for a mediocre version of love. So often, women mistake control for love, and this story beautifully highlights the difference.
The author explores what it feels like to be broken down by someone you devoted your life to, only to be rebuilt by someone who quietly loved and supported you all along. Beyond the romance, I also appreciated the importance of sisterhood. The unwavering support from the women in her life was a powerful reminder that we don’t have to carry our burdens alone, even though pride and embarrassment often keep us from leaning on those who love us.
By the time I finished the last page, I felt hopeful. This book reminded me that the right kind of love is worth waiting for, and it definitely renewed my faith that my Mr. Wright is out there!
July 28, 2026
Ain’t no way
Can we get some commotion for this book? If there were a way to give more than five stars, I would. There is NO WAY possible that this was her debut novel. This book is my #1 book of 2026. Slow burn. Loss. Love. Righteous anger. Hope. Restoration. Soft love. Second chances. Black love.
This book was a love letter to the broken woman, reminding her that she doesn’t have to settle when she was created to deserve more.
Every page I turned felt like home. It’s like all of the great authors came together to have this baby/book.
Leek and Angel’s love story started at five. Even though life happened, they never lost the love between them.
In the end, true friendship/love won.
PS: I love the little revelation in the court room. It made my heart heal. Whew.
Can we get some commotion for this book? If there were a way to give more than five stars, I would. There is NO WAY possible that this was her debut novel. This book is my #1 book of 2026. Slow burn. Loss. Love. Righteous anger. Hope. Restoration. Soft love. Second chances. Black love.
This book was a love letter to the broken woman, reminding her that she doesn’t have to settle when she was created to deserve more.
Every page I turned felt like home. It’s like all of the great authors came together to have this baby/book.
Leek and Angel’s love story started at five. Even though life happened, they never lost the love between them.
In the end, true friendship/love won.
PS: I love the little revelation in the court room. It made my heart heal. Whew.
July 30, 2026
10/10!! Definitely worth the read, for this to be the first book the author has ever written it’s worth every page turn. The book has details that makes the reader feel connected to the characters. The connection between past/present to get a deeper understanding of their relationship was written beautifully.
I didn’t think about how long the book was, I was simply infested in their love story. This book holds depth with realistic scenarios. Angelica understanding her worth again and Maleek being a stand up man truly a gem of Black Love. 🤎 can’t wait for more books!
I didn’t think about how long the book was, I was simply infested in their love story. This book holds depth with realistic scenarios. Angelica understanding her worth again and Maleek being a stand up man truly a gem of Black Love. 🤎 can’t wait for more books!
July 8, 2026
Loved It!
I thoroughly enjoyed this book! The characters were beautifully written and I love the dynamic between the sisters. I look forward to the other books and loved the Maryland references as a Maryland girlie!
I thoroughly enjoyed this book! The characters were beautifully written and I love the dynamic between the sisters. I look forward to the other books and loved the Maryland references as a Maryland girlie!
July 16, 2026
LOVEEEE IT!!!!!! ❤️❤️
Baby the slow burn, the build up to it ALL! I loved it ALL! Cannot wait for Bella and my ratchet girl Tina Books! I hope she have one 😆
Baby the slow burn, the build up to it ALL! I loved it ALL! Cannot wait for Bella and my ratchet girl Tina Books! I hope she have one 😆
July 13, 2026
He played the long game! This is a friends to lovers contemporary romance. I loved every minute of it. You will feel all the things. I laughed and cried with the characters. Exceptional read! I can't wait for part 2.
August 6, 2026
Slow and Steady Was A Vibe
The author warns that this is a slow one and boy was she right! However, every word, every flashback, every reflection was well worth it. Let’s not forget to mention the I DESERVES that were courtesy of Mr Wright….
I am saying a whole lot to simply say GO READ THE BOOK!!!
The author warns that this is a slow one and boy was she right! However, every word, every flashback, every reflection was well worth it. Let’s not forget to mention the I DESERVES that were courtesy of Mr Wright….
I am saying a whole lot to simply say GO READ THE BOOK!!!
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