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A magnetic encounter in the middle of the club, and a shoot-out later, Malice finds himself with a beautiful stranger. With no real expectations, he shares an adventurous weekend with the most exciting woman he’s ever met. Unfortunately, when the time ends, they both have to revisit reality and the people they weren’t quite done with. Then even as they try to do what’s right, gravity seems to pull them back together. Eventually, they come to a crossroad, and decides that when the heart speaks to just listen.
- GenresAfrican American
411 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 26, 2026
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June 4, 2026This was a really good book!!! From the beginning it grabbed my attention! Jaylah & Malice met in the most unconventional way. They were drawn together from the beginning & the chemistry between them even briefly was magnetic! Unfortunately they both had situations they felt confined to due to their loyalty. Their brief encounter left them connected for a lifetime. Once they ran into each other again there was no denying their connection!
This book was filled with drama from the past & present! Two exes that wouldn’t let go & 2 people who couldn’t deny their feelings for each other any longer deciding to step away from what they were used to & give something new a try! I loved their bond & the way they both refused to let the past hold them back!
If you haven’t already check this book out!
This book was filled with drama from the past & present! Two exes that wouldn’t let go & 2 people who couldn’t deny their feelings for each other any longer deciding to step away from what they were used to & give something new a try! I loved their bond & the way they both refused to let the past hold them back!
If you haven’t already check this book out!
June 12, 2026
First, I love NJ. Everything I’ve read of hers- five stars.
Not by default but by her writing and storytelling…
This time was no different.
I love how the drama in this story came from external sources rather than the couple’s internal conflict.
No cheating, which I’m not opposed to but none here.
That first interaction was everything for me!
The way the author wrote that night and their connection- you mentally see it…You feel it.
Every time this author gives: hood realism, relationship realism, and introspective realism.
I will always love that.
Malice and Big Baby have now turned into my favorite couple!
Not by default but by her writing and storytelling…
This time was no different.
I love how the drama in this story came from external sources rather than the couple’s internal conflict.
No cheating, which I’m not opposed to but none here.
That first interaction was everything for me!
The way the author wrote that night and their connection- you mentally see it…You feel it.
Every time this author gives: hood realism, relationship realism, and introspective realism.
I will always love that.
Malice and Big Baby have now turned into my favorite couple!
June 29, 2026
I wanted to love it
I’ve been reading Nicole Jackson’s books for a long time, all the way back to black reign and kodoa . I use to stay up late just to buy them as soon as they dropped fast forward I probably check out her new books twice a year now.
over time I have come to realization she hasn’t really evolved her plots as an author in all these years. Many of her storylines follow the same plot verbatim, making all or most of the characters unlikable . This book started off really good but by the middle of the book it was the same ole same ole.
I’ve been reading Nicole Jackson’s books for a long time, all the way back to black reign and kodoa . I use to stay up late just to buy them as soon as they dropped fast forward I probably check out her new books twice a year now.
over time I have come to realization she hasn’t really evolved her plots as an author in all these years. Many of her storylines follow the same plot verbatim, making all or most of the characters unlikable . This book started off really good but by the middle of the book it was the same ole same ole.
June 21, 2026
Jaylah story was pretty good, enjoyed reading about the crew. Will forever love Nicole!
May 28, 2026
It’s Cool
Jaylah, is a bit to childish for me and I know she is only 21. But honey u had a whole baby and I want this man to be grown and act grown and change his lifestyle. But every time u get mad u wanna wear pussy cutters and get drunk cause u rich man by I only got 69% I can’t
Jaylah, is a bit to childish for me and I know she is only 21. But honey u had a whole baby and I want this man to be grown and act grown and change his lifestyle. But every time u get mad u wanna wear pussy cutters and get drunk cause u rich man by I only got 69% I can’t
July 20, 2026
This was nice
This being my first read from the author I know it won’t be the last at all. The characters are great but Paisley was doing too much over a nigga she was broken up with after she put him out. Jaylah definitely that girl and I love that for her. Zae got what he deserved Malice is that man 100 grand. He really stepped when it came for Jaylah hell he did it for Paisley til she started her bs. Jaylah being from family she is her standards for a man was high bc her daddy Jaheim set the bar high for her and her sisters. This book was good as hell and that ending was great
This being my first read from the author I know it won’t be the last at all. The characters are great but Paisley was doing too much over a nigga she was broken up with after she put him out. Jaylah definitely that girl and I love that for her. Zae got what he deserved Malice is that man 100 grand. He really stepped when it came for Jaylah hell he did it for Paisley til she started her bs. Jaylah being from family she is her standards for a man was high bc her daddy Jaheim set the bar high for her and her sisters. This book was good as hell and that ending was great
July 29, 2026
Another one , thank you !
I absolutely love the way Ms. Nicole writes. I’ve been a fan of her books ever since She Gotta Have It, and she’s still one of my go-to authors. This book was incredibly well written from beginning to end. I especially love how she gives little updates on some of my favorite characters throughout the story—it makes the books feel so connected and rewarding for longtime readers. I couldn’t put it down, and now I can’t wait to see what she comes up with next!
I absolutely love the way Ms. Nicole writes. I’ve been a fan of her books ever since She Gotta Have It, and she’s still one of my go-to authors. This book was incredibly well written from beginning to end. I especially love how she gives little updates on some of my favorite characters throughout the story—it makes the books feel so connected and rewarding for longtime readers. I couldn’t put it down, and now I can’t wait to see what she comes up with next!
May 29, 2026
🤩 This was amazing
I have read everyone of one of Ms queen pen but promiscuous girl and trust I will get to it, but this one here I loved it just like that very first Hold It Down book and the second one where jah got to tell how it really went down, but I have to say that Malice is indeed Big Jahrein clone and the love they had for they women had me saying only in Texas and poor Paisley didn’t have a clue and her daddy did not do his research. 🧐
I have read everyone of one of Ms queen pen but promiscuous girl and trust I will get to it, but this one here I loved it just like that very first Hold It Down book and the second one where jah got to tell how it really went down, but I have to say that Malice is indeed Big Jahrein clone and the love they had for they women had me saying only in Texas and poor Paisley didn’t have a clue and her daddy did not do his research. 🧐
June 6, 2026
This is a couple like no other
Malice is strong, family oriented and a laid back thinker who moves with intention. Jaylah is a good girl with naughty undertones, loyal, smart and confident. They’re a match made somewhere between heaven and hell. They met in the club, joked about wifey and husband and ended up being prophetic. This book had the right amount of drama, sex, romance, violence, and fun! Read it, you’ll love it.
Malice is strong, family oriented and a laid back thinker who moves with intention. Jaylah is a good girl with naughty undertones, loyal, smart and confident. They’re a match made somewhere between heaven and hell. They met in the club, joked about wifey and husband and ended up being prophetic. This book had the right amount of drama, sex, romance, violence, and fun! Read it, you’ll love it.
June 29, 2026
Surprise, Surprise
My coworker has been recommending Nicole Jackson to me for the longest and today I took the chance. Oh my goodness!! Surprise, Surprise!!! Why have I waited this long??!! I've been missing out on greatness. My first read by this author and I'm hooked!! I'm so Ms Jackson I have been sleeping on you. I won't ever again. I read this out of order with the series. I'm going to read Freeze and then start from the beginning.
My coworker has been recommending Nicole Jackson to me for the longest and today I took the chance. Oh my goodness!! Surprise, Surprise!!! Why have I waited this long??!! I've been missing out on greatness. My first read by this author and I'm hooked!! I'm so Ms Jackson I have been sleeping on you. I won't ever again. I read this out of order with the series. I'm going to read Freeze and then start from the beginning.
June 12, 2026
Loved this book!!
Jahlay thought Malice was a joke, but boy did he show her. But I loved Jahlay though she was smart and intelligent, but she kept underestimating Malice. He loved her from day one and stood ten toes down for his family. I loved the way they had to grow and learn to trust each other. I loved this book!!!
Jahlay thought Malice was a joke, but boy did he show her. But I loved Jahlay though she was smart and intelligent, but she kept underestimating Malice. He loved her from day one and stood ten toes down for his family. I loved the way they had to grow and learn to trust each other. I loved this book!!!
June 12, 2026
What a ride !
Nicole Jackson has strewn together such an amazing family dynamic . With Malice and Jaylah right in the mix fitting perfectly . Their love story was one for the books .
Nicole Jackson has strewn together such an amazing family dynamic . With Malice and Jaylah right in the mix fitting perfectly . Their love story was one for the books .
June 14, 2026
Nicole is the Goat!!!
She never miss!!! All of her books are worth reading over and over again!!! Nicole, you always do your big one! Grammar errors were present, but they did not take from the storyline when you can make out exactly what the author is saying.
She never miss!!! All of her books are worth reading over and over again!!! Nicole, you always do your big one! Grammar errors were present, but they did not take from the storyline when you can make out exactly what the author is saying.
June 17, 2026
adding this to my favorite list…
The way I couldn’t stop reading. This book will keep you on your toes from beginning to end. I was praying that Malice didn’t get killed.
Favorite book, favorite couple!!!
The way I couldn’t stop reading. This book will keep you on your toes from beginning to end. I was praying that Malice didn’t get killed.
Favorite book, favorite couple!!!
June 26, 2026
Absolutely read it. I loved these two together and I loved Malice even more. Now I won’t say there wasn’t some growing pains and Malice had to show Jaylah exactly who he was but ima stick beside them lol. Secret baby trope. Get into it.
July 31, 2026
Loved this story!!
This was my first read by this author and let me tell you she did not dissapoint!! I loved Malice and Jaylah! Jaylah new her worth she was not impressed my money or status because she both!!
This was my first read by this author and let me tell you she did not dissapoint!! I loved Malice and Jaylah! Jaylah new her worth she was not impressed my money or status because she both!!
May 28, 2026
love wins in the end
This was a good read it reminded me of Keysasia and Wale and Jazel and Craven the ex of both should of just left peacefully
This was a good read it reminded me of Keysasia and Wale and Jazel and Craven the ex of both should of just left peacefully
June 1, 2026
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
I really enjoyed this story, and I enjoy catching up with the Braxton family. Looking forward to more stories of this family.
I really enjoyed this story, and I enjoy catching up with the Braxton family. Looking forward to more stories of this family.
June 2, 2026
10 outta 10
Highly recommend…one thing Nicole Jackson gone do is WRITE…listen Malice and Big Baby…they were made for each other…I loved every minute!!!
Highly recommend…one thing Nicole Jackson gone do is WRITE…listen Malice and Big Baby…they were made for each other…I loved every minute!!!
June 5, 2026
Loved big baby and Malice’s story
It’s great seeing the family grow up and become closer. I personally can’t wait for the next chapter in the Braxton saga.
It’s great seeing the family grow up and become closer. I personally can’t wait for the next chapter in the Braxton saga.
June 8, 2026
🥰
This was my first read by the author and I was not disappointed. I enjoyed this book omg. I literally felt like I knew the characters. Now I have to dive into her catalogue.
This was my first read by the author and I was not disappointed. I enjoyed this book omg. I literally felt like I knew the characters. Now I have to dive into her catalogue.
June 8, 2026
Great Read
This was an great malice did his thang , I hope in future we get some more about the others in spin off. Make sure go read if you haven’t.
This was an great malice did his thang , I hope in future we get some more about the others in spin off. Make sure go read if you haven’t.
June 10, 2026
🥰🥰🥰
I’m new to this series lol I loved these characters. I’m glad I met the couples already happy. Now I have to start from the beginning lol
I’m new to this series lol I loved these characters. I’m glad I met the couples already happy. Now I have to start from the beginning lol
June 15, 2026
just listen
It was a good, entertaining story line. The book can just use some editing but don’t not take away from
The overall book!
It was a good, entertaining story line. The book can just use some editing but don’t not take away from
The overall book!
June 16, 2026
10/10
She did it again!!! This time, though, we had a woman who was about her business and knew exactly what she wanted.
She did it again!!! This time, though, we had a woman who was about her business and knew exactly what she wanted.
June 27, 2026
loved this book! when strangers collide in the best and worst way. timing is always everything! one weekend and 9 months later, hearts are broken. it's so crazy what a girl would do behind some d*ck but big daddy malice wasn't allowing no disrespect
June 27, 2026
It was good. So good. No notes. Read it in a day. Ate it upppp.
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