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He went to prison for protecting her.
Now, he’ll do anything to keep her alive.

Ten years ago, Yates “Wicked” Harris witnessed a crime against a young woman and intervened. While she considered him her hero, the world classified him as a monster. The moment he’s released, Wicked makes a promise to provide and protect and ensure no one will ever touch her again.

Ten years ago, Jelai Williams learned the difference between a man who saw her as prey and a man who knew she was worthy of protection. The sacrifice Wicked made carved a space in her heart for him and him alone. Regardless of how many people tried to keep her away from him, her love and loyalty never lessened, and both bloomed when he was released from prison.

Ignoring cautionary tales of Wicked’s motorcycle club and warnings to stay away from them all, Jelai allows herself to experience the man who temporarily gave up his freedom for her. As their connection deepens, so does the danger. The Wilted Roses are being targeted, and they are sure it’s because of Wicked’s return and his forbidden relationship with Jelai. Every touch, every kiss, every secret date reminds them of what they could have… and what they could lose.

Will Wicked & Jelai have a real shot at happily ever after, or will he be taken away from her permanently the second time around?

157 pages, Kindle Edition

Published May 2, 2026

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B. Love

281 books1,659 followers
Voted AAMBC's 2018 Romance author of the year, Master storyteller B. Love is the unparalleled self-love teacher. As the powerhouse for modern-day womanhood, she pens contagious content that encourages readers to internalize admiration and intimacy. She allows her most powerful vessel to guide her stories, wholly.
Since age 12, Love has been spreading self-awareness, care, and appreciation. For over six years, Love has authored over 40 publications centered around heart-piercing, reverence-worthy romance. Her novels not only entertain but challenge the audience to explore love. With a keen eye for passion, desire and dynamism she includes heuristic methods in her beautifully curated accounts of life.
B. Love’s entire persona is spearheaded by her incredible infatuation with the power of love. Contained within each novel, is an edification created for the glorification of self. Her pen bleeds for the souls who need just an inkling of empowerment. Each story is written with the intent to enlighten, engross and enkindle the passion in whoever picks up her book.

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Profile Image for Kimmy’s Reads!.
1,598 reviews149 followers
June 19, 2026
Yessss !!!

I picked this up for the biker romance and stayed for the way B. Love had me completely invested in Wicked and Jelai. 😭❤️

Ten years apart couldn’t break what these two had, and watching them finally get their chance felt so satisfying. Wicked is protective, loyal, and absolutely obsessed in the best way. Meanwhile, Jelai never forgot the man who sacrificed everything for her.

This book gave me love, danger, family, secrets, and just enough motorcycle club drama to keep me glued to the pages. I devoured it in one sitting and immediately needed more from this world.

If you love possessive heroes, ride-or-die heroines, second chances, and Black MC romance, add this one to your TBR immediately. B. Love did not come to play. 🖤🏍️✨
Profile Image for Monique.
788 reviews44 followers
May 2, 2026
This was a good read. I loved that time, distance and outside influences couldn’t keep Jelai and Wicked apart. Their love story was quick and intense, and the connection between them felt soul deep.

What I really liked about Wicked was how fiercely protective he was. He made it clear from the start that once he was in, he was all in. “I’d go to war with the devil himself to keep her safe.” That pretty much sums him up. And Wicked runs a strict program! We love a “What did I say?” kind of MMC.

There were definitely some shenanigans along the way, plus a couple of mysteries to unravel that kept me engaged. If you’re new to this author’s work, she does lean more toward telling, and most of the relationship development happens off page. Even so, it still felt like a complete story.

Overall, this is a good read you can easily devour in one afternoon
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392 reviews46 followers
June 21, 2026
Jelai (July) Williams

She such a sweet girl but like most of us we miss the signs that man shouldn't be liking us as minors but we fall into the whole " you are mature and they wont understand our relationship bs)

Her parents had her sheltered and avoided her seeing the ugly parts of the world which didnt help her but im so grateful wicked was there to protect her even though people saw him as nothing but trouble which I felt was so wrong after he protected she knew he saved her but everyone else saw differently.


Its ten years later and he is free if you think wicked regrets no cause he would of done that for any woman that needed it cause thats right thing to do protect women that is what his father taught him never walk past if any woman is attacked or assaulted you help and he will never regret that and would do it allover again.

The part where he finally sees his mama after 10 years he never wanted her to see him like that it just made that moment even more emotional. My ass was in tears.

I felt bad for wicked cause everyone wanted him steer clear of jelai even tho he saved her im sure they still felt certain way especially with the outlaws .

I honestly dont trust Captain Chris Peterson.
Aka jelai godfather.

Idk. Part of me kept overthinking it like Chris had a part in her father's death, especially cause he would visit wicked in prison he was grateful for him for everything he did for jelai. I know chris didn't like that the way he was always telling jelai and diane he bad news blah blah.

When he said this, i melted, and I know damn well she did as well.
[“Tell me your heart and pussy don’t belong to me, and I’ll never bother you again.”]

I fucking knew it i never had good feeling bout Chris i second guessing myself as I got further but I just knew aint no way I just knew he was bad news the true villain in my eyes .
Profile Image for Janice.
89 reviews
May 4, 2026
WHEW!!!!!!

Wicked Wicked Wicked!!!! This is the type of man I want!!! This man did NOT play about Jelai………not even a little bit!!! Wicked was definitely worth the MY MAN, MY MAN, MY MAN title!!!
Profile Image for Renada Boddie.
365 reviews16 followers
May 4, 2026
Jelai and Wick

I enjoyed watching the love story develop between Jelai and Wick. He loved her quietly for years and showed her every time he got a chance. Great way to start the series off.
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213 reviews12 followers
May 15, 2026
This was cute!

Yates "Wicked" Harris returns from prison after protecting Jelai Williams from a crime. As their forbidden romance deepens, his motorcycle club faces danger, threatening their chance at happiness.

I loved the characters in this book. Wicked was definitely serious about Jelai (pronounced July). The mystery element was definitely predictable but enjoyable.

Tropes: forbidden romance
Profile Image for Robin Reads a Ton.
174 reviews
May 30, 2026
There is just something about a fast paced read that gets in, does what it needs to do, and leaves readers satisfied without dragging things out. Wicked gave me exactly that. Add in the childhood connection, years of longing, loyalty that never faded, and puppy love growing into adulthood? Yeah… this one worked for me.

What really got me was the emotional attachment between Wicked and Jelai. The fact that he kept every single letter all those years and even wrote responses he never sent? Whew. That right there told me everything I needed to know about how deep his feelings ran. Those small details carried a lot of emotional weight and made their connection believable instead of rushed.

Wicked as a character was interesting because despite how the world viewed him, his actions consistently showed who he truly was. He sacrificed his freedom protecting Jelai, and even after prison his entire focus was still centered around making sure she was safe. There is something about a protective MMC who moves with intention that always hits. Meanwhile, Jelai’s loyalty never wavered, and I appreciated that she wasn’t easily swayed by outside opinions or the other bs people kept going on about.

And listen… it is always the people closest to you doing the grimiest stuff. Every time I thought certain characters were solid, something messy would creep in. But one thing about the truth? With enough patience and paying attention, it always finds its way to the surface eventually.

The motorcycle club element added tension without overshadowing the romance, and the danger surrounding the Wilted Roses kept the story moving. Overall, this was an easy, entertaining read with romance, loyalty, protection, betrayal, and enough emotional moments to keep me invested from beginning to end. If you enjoy quick biker romances with a strong emotional core and a couple that feels connected beyond attraction, this is worth checking out.
Profile Image for Nadia Nadia Nicole.
Author 54 books41 followers
May 9, 2026
Wicked had me hooked from page one!

This book right here?? Whew. A certified five-star ride from beginning to end. Wicked is the first installment in the B. Love Presents motorcycle club series, and babyyy it absolutely sets the tone for everything that follows.

Wicked spending ten years in prison to protect Jelai and her honor already had me emotionally invested, but the fact that he carried her in his heart that entire time? Yeah… B. Love knew exactly what she was doing with this story. His determination to come home and finally make Jelai his added such an intense layer of devotion and tension to the romance.

And the drama? Top tier. The conflict between the Outlaws and the Wilted Roses kept the pages turning nonstop. Every time I thought things might settle down, another twist or revelation pulled me deeper into the chaos. This story had loyalty, sacrifice, passion, danger, and enough emotional weight to keep me fully locked in.

Definitely a five-star read for me, and the perfect way to kick off a motorcycle club series.
Profile Image for Ruby.
771 reviews2 followers
May 14, 2026
Wicked and Jelai!!

Wicked and Jelai had a thing for each other since they were younger. Wicked protected Jelai from a predator which cost him ten years of his life in prison. Once he is released, Wicked is determined to finally be with Jelai no matter who disapproved. Jelai also wasn't going to let anyone stand in the way of her being with the love of her life either. The protection that Wicked showed Jelai when they were teens as well as in later years was something that I loved about him. I also loved his determination and the way he showed his love for Jelai. The chemistry, danger, secrets and treachery in the book made this book so interesting that I hated for it to end. B. Love has written another great book that I strongly urge you to read!!
Profile Image for Kerris Solomon.
50 reviews1 follower
September 11, 2026
Wicked in July (Jelai)

For this to have only been 150+ pages, we got a well rounded love story with a couple of twists to make your heart go a couple of beats faster.

I’d classify this as a combination of insta-love, because they had a thing for each other before Yates (Wicked) went to prison, and a second chance romance because of the undying connection post incarceration.

I loved that Wicked would’ve done whatever it took to protect Jelai (pronounced July), including a 10 year bid for the murder, on behalf of crimes committed against her. No one could have swayed his decision to choose her time and time again; not especially their parents.

I’m looking forward to the next books, to see what kind of vibe this series is going to take me on.
665 reviews4 followers
May 3, 2026
Wicked

Y'all know that I love an MC story, and wicked did not disappoint. It gave me all the feels of a good protector.

Wicked has loved Jelai since he was fifteen, so after serving a ten year bid for killing the man who tried to rape her, he's back on home with his foot on the gas. To discover that Jelai loves him just as much, they make it official. However, her godfather Chris is in the background stirring the pot.

He warns Jelai away from Wicked never telling her why, but just to stay away. In the end, everything comes to a head, and you will have to read the book to find out.

As always, B. Love does her thing. This is a great beginning to the series.
Profile Image for Phaze.
466 reviews1 follower
May 10, 2026
Yales and Jelai

Jelai and Yales were teenagers and attracted to each other. But, Jelai's dad did not care for Yales because of his father and asked Yales to stay away from his daughter.

Jelai decides yo sneak behind her parents' back and date an older guy. She dis not know he was planning to harm her. Yales defended her and had yo deal with he consequences for 10 years.

Yales is out and determined to seek out his girl. Jelai and Yales decide to give their relationship a chance. They are unaware of the politics working against them. Together, they figure out who is working against them and why.
Profile Image for Denise Newman.
400 reviews
May 22, 2026
Book 1

When the authors of BLP come together and write a series, a time is always had!! And B. Love did her thing starting us off!!

He loved her from the first time he saw her but keep his distance when her father told him to but was never to far away that he was able to protect her when she needed it the most.

Wicked and Jelai’s love story, was definitely a forbidden love but they were each other’s one! He protected her at all cost and she loved him unconditionally and once they got together it was no way you were getting them apart. But the drama definitely tried.

If you love a good series add this 11 book series to your TBR and become lovers of BLP MC Series!
Profile Image for AudiobookGirly89.
235 reviews
October 21, 2026
Overall rating 4⭐
Spice🌶️ 2.50
Narration 5⭐
Narrated by Winston James and J.Y. Kora

I like a good forbidden Love trope this gave me a little bit of Romeo and Juliet vibes but without the double suicide lol 🤣 my girl July got her self in some real mess starting off dating and 20 year old dude and she was 17 and he tried to take advantage but here comes Wicked to save the day I hate that It landed him in prison for 10 years. So Wicked is out of prison and the woman he wants is July. Their love story was cute and short the drama behind it made the book better. Winston and J.Y.Kora did good with the narration, and B.Love never disappoints.
2,203 reviews14 followers
June 7, 2026
What a man!

So, in this book we me Jelai and Wicked, two teenagers who have a crush on each other. Jelai’s father was the Police Chief and Wicked’s father was in a motorcycle gang which resulted in them being forbidden to see each other. The story shows how a crush ended up leading to protection, confinement, lies, betrayal and acceptance. Wicked’s love for Jelai never wavered, even after a decade, and grown man Wicked returned to get his woman. Short, well written and flowed well.
Profile Image for Cre8tive Dreamz .
2,150 reviews14 followers
July 30, 2026
Wicked and Jalai, Love Over The Years

I LOVED LOVED this book!!!…Wicked said he would his time all over again if it meant he was saving Jalai all over again and I loved that for both of them!!!…
I was happy that Jalai’s father understood that, respected Wicked for that and made sure he was good!!!…
It’s crazy how others were appreciative of his act of courage, but resented him and didn’t want to see him prosper!!!…
Chris was a WHOLE clown and all that jealousy and envy got him nothing, while he cost others valuable ppl and valuable time!!!…
1,247 reviews9 followers
May 4, 2026
Wicked

This was a nice start to the BLP MC series. I loved how protective Wicked was over Jelai. Their love started off young and from afar because they were forbidden from being together but Wicked said he wasn’t allowing that to stand after what he sacrificed to save Jelai. I was happy to see them get there happily ever after.

There were parts of the story that were predictable, but the story was still enjoyable and kept my attention and interest from beginning to end.
Profile Image for Lisareadsromance.
901 reviews28 followers
May 6, 2026
This was fun

Loved wicked and jelai story. There loved spanned a 10 year sentence and it was like time never passed between them. The way wicked was down bad for his girl was too cute, he literally loved her more them himself and that's all we could ask for. I will say that i called Chris being dirty cop from jump cause didn't make since how he felt bout wicked since he saved jelai, he should have bee greatful and accepting. it always fun reading a motorcylce romance book.
Profile Image for EricaLenise.
418 reviews34 followers
May 15, 2026
Jelai and Wicked gave young love turning into something deeper over time. Wicked was rough around the edges but one thing about him, he stayed focused on protecting Jelai the whole book. Their connection felt believable and I liked watching the relationship grow past infatuation into real love. Solid start to the series and enough drama and emotion to make me interested in seeing where the next books go.
Profile Image for Chardajah.
147 reviews
May 20, 2026
Wished it was longer

I’m usually not into fast book but this how you do it. I really just wished this book was longer, but I really did enjoy it

Jelai and Wicked you’re so cute. I really like how you didn’t let nobody come in between their connection.

I knew Chris was a weirdo, but I didn’t expect it to go that deep lol

There were some inconsistencies to me, but it didn’t take away from the story at all

Overall 4/5
233 reviews1 follower
June 14, 2026
Amazing Read!!!!

This book was an amazing read. The author had me wanting to know what happened, what’s going on and what’s next the entire read. The plot twist was great also. I kind of guessed who it might have been but always wanted to see if my guess was right. Glad that both MC Clubs came together and hope that it stays that way. Loved the idea of Diane possibly finding love again. Keep writing and I’ll definitely keep reading… In to Book 2 of this series!!
618 reviews
August 4, 2026
Wicked (BLP MC Series Book 1)

I gave this book five stars because it had an amazing storyline. The characters were relatable. I loved the way Wicked and Jelai loved each other. They made their relationship work when other people were not happy about them being together. Wicked is definitely every woman dream. B. Love thanks for writing another Great Book. I most definitely would recommend this book.
84 reviews
October 19, 2026
Good Read

Wicked was a pretty good read. I really liked how much Wicked cared about Jelai and how protective he was of her. One thing about him, he did not play when it came to her 😂.

Their relationship had a lot of love and loyalty, and I enjoyed seeing how devoted he was to keeping her safe. Overall, it was a quick and enjoyable read with a protective hero who was all about his woman. 💕
Profile Image for Monique McKinney .
447 reviews5 followers
May 6, 2026
Love it

I love the way Wicked was the saver for his woman. He showed how he would protect her no matter what. It took him going to prison for killing someone who wanted to do harm to her. I am glad they got the chance to grow and love each other.
I also love that they found out who killed her father.
I would recommend the book.
Profile Image for Ladii Zig.
1,283 reviews26 followers
May 10, 2026
True love

It's crazy what all Wicked and Jelai had been through since kids to be together but so glad they got through them obstacles and finally could love each other in peace. I was shocked what Chris did but I'm kinda not surprised because his hate for Wicked was too strong. This read was really good and I enjoyed it.
Profile Image for Sharika Sellman.
373 reviews5 followers
May 14, 2026
This was a good read. Wicked did not play about Jelai, even as a child he literally did 10 years protecting her & came out even more in love . The damn and the twist of the story was just enough!

Definitely watch them ppl you call your friends because envy and jealousy will make you do some crazy things !

Love that they didn’t let anything or anyone come between them
438 reviews1 follower
June 15, 2026
Wicked

I really don't like the name, because there was nothing wicked about this young man. The system F him mainly because he was black, white boys get a slap on the wrist especially when a young girl is brutalized and a possible rape. This is a great story for other young men with respect for our young girls and protect them. Great job.
77 reviews
June 21, 2026
Wicked...

This was an amazing read. Storyline and exceptionally engaging. The suspense, dedication, love and sexual attraction, gave me life! This was so creatively written. The imagery, the passion and dedication of Wicked, made me a believer in "True Love and Love at First Sight! Together, they formed a masterpiece, to me.
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