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Exit: Us
444 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 23, 2026
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September 10, 2026
4.5🌟s. Gemini. Gemini Gemini Gemini.
July 27, 2026
In the beginning, Amina got on every last one of Gemini’s nerves. I could feel his exasperation through the page. 🤣
I really enjoyed watching them get to know each other and seeing their love story unfold through conversations and intentional moments. Their dates, the vulnerability, Gemini’s constant reassurance, and the way he offered Amina such a soft love were all highlights for me. I also appreciated how Amina trusted him and showed genuine interest in his world, even though it was vastly different from her own.
This somehow managed to be an instalove with slow-burn energy at the same time. Usually when a couple gets together early, the remaining conflict comes from external forces. That wasn’t really the case here. Instead, the pacing gave it that slow-burn feel because, even as an established couple, they were still learning each other and deepening their relationship.
I did find it difficult to stay engaged at times, though. The writing felt a bit wordy in places, and the editing was a little rough, which disrupted the flow for me.
Overall, I enjoyed it for what it was. Gemini and Amina’s relationship had a sweetness to it that kept me invested, even if the story itself didn’t fully hold my attention throughout.
I really enjoyed watching them get to know each other and seeing their love story unfold through conversations and intentional moments. Their dates, the vulnerability, Gemini’s constant reassurance, and the way he offered Amina such a soft love were all highlights for me. I also appreciated how Amina trusted him and showed genuine interest in his world, even though it was vastly different from her own.
This somehow managed to be an instalove with slow-burn energy at the same time. Usually when a couple gets together early, the remaining conflict comes from external forces. That wasn’t really the case here. Instead, the pacing gave it that slow-burn feel because, even as an established couple, they were still learning each other and deepening their relationship.
I did find it difficult to stay engaged at times, though. The writing felt a bit wordy in places, and the editing was a little rough, which disrupted the flow for me.
Overall, I enjoyed it for what it was. Gemini and Amina’s relationship had a sweetness to it that kept me invested, even if the story itself didn’t fully hold my attention throughout.
July 30, 2026
Amina is back in Miami after her fiancé in London ends up being a dudd. Gemini is her best friend’s older brother and a truck driver. Gemini is about to go back on the road for two months, so his sister suggests Amina goes with him and lord was that a rocky start lol. At first Amina and Gemini got on eachother’s last nerve lol. It took them a lil bit but they got it together. I enjoyed watching the development of their friendship turned relationship. The story really takes its time. Plus Gemini was turning Amina every which way but loose in that truck lol. A time was had. I enjoyed this. I would recommend.
July 27, 2026
Loved it!
This book was like therapy wrapped in a love story.
My girl Diamond gave us a beautiful slow burn that proves healing can show up when you least expect it. Watching Amina and Gemini go from strangers to something so genuine had me smiling the entire journey.
If you love emotional romance, road trips, and characters who heal each other without trying to “fix” one another, don’t sleep on this one. This ride was worth every mile.
This book was like therapy wrapped in a love story.
My girl Diamond gave us a beautiful slow burn that proves healing can show up when you least expect it. Watching Amina and Gemini go from strangers to something so genuine had me smiling the entire journey.
If you love emotional romance, road trips, and characters who heal each other without trying to “fix” one another, don’t sleep on this one. This ride was worth every mile.
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August 2, 2026Hm, I have some thoughts. The synopsis of this book sounds like it would be my cup of tea. So, I checked it out and didn't love it. It was alright but I had to start skimming at 50% of the book.
Gemini was an okay MMC; he was not the best. I have read about much worse MMCs, but he was still not a stand-up guy like he claimed to be. In the beginning, when he cut off the FWB thing he had with that woman, he wasn't as cruel as other mmcs have been about it. He was upfront with the woman (can't remember her name) and he didn't make her feel bad about her feelings (I have read lots of novels where men were always on about how women always fall for them even when they cannot give them what they want, and how some authors write the situations in a way that makes the man out to be savage or some shit like that, but that was not the case here). He was very respectful, and the situation ended mutually. He was also clearly a traditional man about certain things in this novel (paying for everything...) which i did not seem to mind, until it bled into iffy places. The situation where Amina got drunk and he didn't take advantage of her (which is the bare minimum, you're not supposed to do that anyway, dude), he kept mentioning that situation over and over and I kept thinking, "do you want a cookie?", like we get it. Kept saying how he was a person of good character, but in the same breath, mentioned how if Amina were his girl at that point, he would have had sex with her, because he knows that she would have truly wanted it then. Committed relationship=/= consent. If she were your girl, and you had sex with her while she was that intoxicated, that would not be consensual. Another situation is where he asked her to take her IUD as his birthday present. Do I even have to say anything about that? Even if he were joking, it is not funny at all. Anyway, as an MMC, I would rate him a 6.9/10.
Amina, on the other hand. I liked her for the most part. She was cool, however, she was always crying every second, which in the beginning, it was understandable because of her breakup (Fuck Jacob btw), but it got to a point where she was crying every second, I mean she cried over some stranger's baby shower. Girl, c'mon. She's also an annoying drunk icl 😭. Wdym you're crying because he won't have sex with you? Girl, I know you're drunk but pls tighten up a bit. Fwoof. Stop embarrassing me. She was also annoying in the beginning, but like I said before the breakup. She also gave pick-me at times. "When I'm in a relationship, I'm very submissive." Girl...enough. As an FMC, I would give her a 7/10
The other characters were just...there. It felt like they didn't really have anything else to them. On paper, they seem like background characters (jobs, what they are like...), but it felt like the main characters used them as relationship milestones. Like how the readers find out how they feel based on a phone call with one of them. Gianna's phone call with both of them and Gem's dad and Grandma's conversation with him are some examples. Oh and what happened to Olivia? We never heard from her again after that weird-ass convo she tried to have with Amina.
Lastly, the writing...
It needed some more editing (I didn't mind it too much), and to be more concise. "Wanted to know /let so-and-so know" was mentioned SO MANY TIMES. Like, there needs to be some variety to the writing. There were also so many unnecessary details here like this. I do not need things repeated back to me because I already know; it has been mentioned millions of times already.
All in all, I still had a fun time reading this sometimes.
Gemini was an okay MMC; he was not the best. I have read about much worse MMCs, but he was still not a stand-up guy like he claimed to be. In the beginning, when he cut off the FWB thing he had with that woman, he wasn't as cruel as other mmcs have been about it. He was upfront with the woman (can't remember her name) and he didn't make her feel bad about her feelings (I have read lots of novels where men were always on about how women always fall for them even when they cannot give them what they want, and how some authors write the situations in a way that makes the man out to be savage or some shit like that, but that was not the case here). He was very respectful, and the situation ended mutually. He was also clearly a traditional man about certain things in this novel (paying for everything...) which i did not seem to mind, until it bled into iffy places. The situation where Amina got drunk and he didn't take advantage of her (which is the bare minimum, you're not supposed to do that anyway, dude), he kept mentioning that situation over and over and I kept thinking, "do you want a cookie?", like we get it. Kept saying how he was a person of good character, but in the same breath, mentioned how if Amina were his girl at that point, he would have had sex with her, because he knows that she would have truly wanted it then. Committed relationship=/= consent. If she were your girl, and you had sex with her while she was that intoxicated, that would not be consensual. Another situation is where he asked her to take her IUD as his birthday present. Do I even have to say anything about that? Even if he were joking, it is not funny at all. Anyway, as an MMC, I would rate him a 6.9/10.
Amina, on the other hand. I liked her for the most part. She was cool, however, she was always crying every second, which in the beginning, it was understandable because of her breakup (Fuck Jacob btw), but it got to a point where she was crying every second, I mean she cried over some stranger's baby shower. Girl, c'mon. She's also an annoying drunk icl 😭. Wdym you're crying because he won't have sex with you? Girl, I know you're drunk but pls tighten up a bit. Fwoof. Stop embarrassing me. She was also annoying in the beginning, but like I said before the breakup. She also gave pick-me at times. "When I'm in a relationship, I'm very submissive." Girl...enough. As an FMC, I would give her a 7/10
The other characters were just...there. It felt like they didn't really have anything else to them. On paper, they seem like background characters (jobs, what they are like...), but it felt like the main characters used them as relationship milestones. Like how the readers find out how they feel based on a phone call with one of them. Gianna's phone call with both of them and Gem's dad and Grandma's conversation with him are some examples. Oh and what happened to Olivia? We never heard from her again after that weird-ass convo she tried to have with Amina.
Lastly, the writing...
It needed some more editing (I didn't mind it too much), and to be more concise. "Wanted to know /let so-and-so know" was mentioned SO MANY TIMES. Like, there needs to be some variety to the writing. There were also so many unnecessary details here like this. I do not need things repeated back to me because I already know; it has been mentioned millions of times already.
All in all, I still had a fun time reading this sometimes.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
July 25, 2026
First, thank you for creating characters with more common Black features and still making them beautiful. Marked safe from another book where everybody fine is light-skinned with green, hazel, or gray eyes. It’s not a huge deal, but when it’s so common in African American and Urban fiction, it becomes a problem. Black is beautiful too! I also loved that this book brought certain conversations to the forefront. PWI vs HBCU. I enjoyed the different points of view during those discussion and the messages about us as Black women.
Now, about the characters… At first, I wanted to wring Amina’s neck for giving our man such a hard time, but I was so happy Gemini wasn’t letting up on her. He ain’t give a damn how sad she was. He talked his shit, and I was here for it. I dead ass said, “Mina, please!” at the exact same time Gemini did. I cheesed the whole time because I knew a beautiful love story was brewing.
Oooh, but… when they finally started getting along and falling in love, what a treat. Like, I needed me a Gemini. That man was amazing. Like, AMAZING. He was patient with her allowing her to get over her hurt. Hell he helped. He stood on everything he said. He was reassuring, protective, and made it clear that he wanted her. He didn’t just talk about loving her either. He showed it through the way he handled her, supported her, and made her feel safe.
This was a slow burn instalove if that makes sense lol. Like I think with 444 pages. More time should have passed. I mean I felt the real love because they spent everyday together for weeks.
Gemini was also a man who had the utmost respect for Black women. I mean, look at how he treated his mother, sister, and granny. Listen… GREEN FLAG! You hear me?
My issue… why did Amina cry the whole damn book? I really wanted her to stfu with all that crying. Damn, she cried because the sky was blue! I cannot stand a crybaby FMC. The crying was overkill. Amina wasn’t just traumatized by what happened to her father. She was traumatized by everything because she cried about everything!
Anyway, this was a good love story. It dragged a little in some places, but I still enjoyed their romance. Diamond writes the hell out of a romance. This was different for her, and I enjoyed it.
Now, about the characters… At first, I wanted to wring Amina’s neck for giving our man such a hard time, but I was so happy Gemini wasn’t letting up on her. He ain’t give a damn how sad she was. He talked his shit, and I was here for it. I dead ass said, “Mina, please!” at the exact same time Gemini did. I cheesed the whole time because I knew a beautiful love story was brewing.
Oooh, but… when they finally started getting along and falling in love, what a treat. Like, I needed me a Gemini. That man was amazing. Like, AMAZING. He was patient with her allowing her to get over her hurt. Hell he helped. He stood on everything he said. He was reassuring, protective, and made it clear that he wanted her. He didn’t just talk about loving her either. He showed it through the way he handled her, supported her, and made her feel safe.
This was a slow burn instalove if that makes sense lol. Like I think with 444 pages. More time should have passed. I mean I felt the real love because they spent everyday together for weeks.
Gemini was also a man who had the utmost respect for Black women. I mean, look at how he treated his mother, sister, and granny. Listen… GREEN FLAG! You hear me?
My issue… why did Amina cry the whole damn book? I really wanted her to stfu with all that crying. Damn, she cried because the sky was blue! I cannot stand a crybaby FMC. The crying was overkill. Amina wasn’t just traumatized by what happened to her father. She was traumatized by everything because she cried about everything!
Anyway, this was a good love story. It dragged a little in some places, but I still enjoyed their romance. Diamond writes the hell out of a romance. This was different for her, and I enjoyed it.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
August 31, 2026
Every Mile Led to Us
Exit: Us was such a creative yet realistic take on finding real love when you least expect it. Gemini and Amina started off on a rocky road, and while I could somewhat envision where their journey was headed, getting there kept me invested. Every exit brought something different, and the suspense came from never quite knowing what was waiting around the next turn.
Diamond wrote this so vividly that I felt like I was right there in that truck, riding mile after mile and watching everything unfold. Gemini had that rough exterior, but baby, the interior was built DIFFERENT. He gave Amina the space to heal from her heartbreak while still intentionally pouring into her and reminding her what it felt like to be handled with care. It was refreshing seeing a Black man simply get it RIGHT.
Gemini’s background felt raw, relatable, and gave his character the substance I needed. I laughed plenty, but the romance? Whew! It stayed cruising through these pages. He never rushed Amina’s healing or tried to take shortcuts. Gemini handled her with intention and somehow rerouted that woman straight to his heart.
I enjoyed every mile of this story and genuinely wasn’t ready for the ride to end. Diamond, we’re gonna need you to keep these standalones in rotation because Exit: Us was one beautiful ride. No detours, no unnecessary stops, just Black love finding its way home.
Exit: Us was such a creative yet realistic take on finding real love when you least expect it. Gemini and Amina started off on a rocky road, and while I could somewhat envision where their journey was headed, getting there kept me invested. Every exit brought something different, and the suspense came from never quite knowing what was waiting around the next turn.
Diamond wrote this so vividly that I felt like I was right there in that truck, riding mile after mile and watching everything unfold. Gemini had that rough exterior, but baby, the interior was built DIFFERENT. He gave Amina the space to heal from her heartbreak while still intentionally pouring into her and reminding her what it felt like to be handled with care. It was refreshing seeing a Black man simply get it RIGHT.
Gemini’s background felt raw, relatable, and gave his character the substance I needed. I laughed plenty, but the romance? Whew! It stayed cruising through these pages. He never rushed Amina’s healing or tried to take shortcuts. Gemini handled her with intention and somehow rerouted that woman straight to his heart.
I enjoyed every mile of this story and genuinely wasn’t ready for the ride to end. Diamond, we’re gonna need you to keep these standalones in rotation because Exit: Us was one beautiful ride. No detours, no unnecessary stops, just Black love finding its way home.
July 29, 2026
Gemini Black Is HIM🖤
This was my first book from Ms Diamond after seeing her post on Threads.
This was honestly one of the best books I’ve read this year. 😊
It’s definitely a slow burn but it progresses so nothing feels drawn out. You really feel like you’re on the truck with Gemini and Amina, you can see the chemistry growing. I absolutely loved Gemini and just how intentional he was. No confusion at all what his plans were. The admiration that he holds for BLACK WOMEN is also another reason he’s Bae…love that.
There was very low angst which I appreciated. The MMC and FMC actually used their words..a concept 🫠 so no need for unnecessary drama.
I was at 60% had to pause reading to reach out to inquire about a physical copy. This is definitely one that’s going to be on my bookshelf.
This was my first book from Ms Diamond after seeing her post on Threads.
This was honestly one of the best books I’ve read this year. 😊
It’s definitely a slow burn but it progresses so nothing feels drawn out. You really feel like you’re on the truck with Gemini and Amina, you can see the chemistry growing. I absolutely loved Gemini and just how intentional he was. No confusion at all what his plans were. The admiration that he holds for BLACK WOMEN is also another reason he’s Bae…love that.
There was very low angst which I appreciated. The MMC and FMC actually used their words..a concept 🫠 so no need for unnecessary drama.
I was at 60% had to pause reading to reach out to inquire about a physical copy. This is definitely one that’s going to be on my bookshelf.
July 29, 2026
forced proximity | frenemies to lovers | his sister’s best friend ✨
imagine mourning the end of a relationship and your best friend suggest a road trip with her brother who you still hold a grudge against because he put a lizard down your shirt while yall was kids 🤣🤣🤣
“I loved overly feminine, and girly women, and she was just that.” ✨
amina & gemini’s story was refreshing. he wasn’t playing no games about her even when she didn’t even want to be around him. she made the choice to live on his truck for 2 months to get over a heartbreak and ended up falling for the one she least expected.
“Amina did this thing where she would pout, and to me, that was the sexiest shit ever.” ✨
take the high maintenance boujie girl and put her on the road for 2 months and watch what happens 🙃
imagine mourning the end of a relationship and your best friend suggest a road trip with her brother who you still hold a grudge against because he put a lizard down your shirt while yall was kids 🤣🤣🤣
“I loved overly feminine, and girly women, and she was just that.” ✨
amina & gemini’s story was refreshing. he wasn’t playing no games about her even when she didn’t even want to be around him. she made the choice to live on his truck for 2 months to get over a heartbreak and ended up falling for the one she least expected.
“Amina did this thing where she would pout, and to me, that was the sexiest shit ever.” ✨
take the high maintenance boujie girl and put her on the road for 2 months and watch what happens 🙃
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
July 27, 2026
Must believe in fairytales!
I feel like you have to believe in fairytales to love this story. The beginning was a little rocky for me, almost a dnf, but I stuck with it because I have faith in my girl Diamond and she is one my favorite authors to read. The beginning of the book just wasn’t flowing for me and it just seemed too unrealistic. But baby when I say I fell in love with Amina and Gemini on that truck. Once I was in, I was all in and I couldn’t put it down. Gemini is now my favorite mmc and the only reason I gave it 4 stars is because of the beginning. It’s a great read especially if you believe in fairytales.
I feel like you have to believe in fairytales to love this story. The beginning was a little rocky for me, almost a dnf, but I stuck with it because I have faith in my girl Diamond and she is one my favorite authors to read. The beginning of the book just wasn’t flowing for me and it just seemed too unrealistic. But baby when I say I fell in love with Amina and Gemini on that truck. Once I was in, I was all in and I couldn’t put it down. Gemini is now my favorite mmc and the only reason I gave it 4 stars is because of the beginning. It’s a great read especially if you believe in fairytales.
August 6, 2026
it was okay
This book was enjoyable and a nice little Frenemies(kinda) to lovers book I did want a little more, but overall, it was a decent It was able to kinda give off that instant love type of vibe wow it being cringey
One thing my girl Amina was gonna do in this book was cry lol and I do mean about anything, but Gemini was very patient with her when she was having her moments and didn’t mind going to the toe with her when she was being rude
I do like the way we didn’t dwell on Amina’s reason for coming to Miami over a little bit of mess we got in Mexico
Overall, I’ll give this book at 3/5
This book was enjoyable and a nice little Frenemies(kinda) to lovers book I did want a little more, but overall, it was a decent It was able to kinda give off that instant love type of vibe wow it being cringey
One thing my girl Amina was gonna do in this book was cry lol and I do mean about anything, but Gemini was very patient with her when she was having her moments and didn’t mind going to the toe with her when she was being rude
I do like the way we didn’t dwell on Amina’s reason for coming to Miami over a little bit of mess we got in Mexico
Overall, I’ll give this book at 3/5
August 9, 2026
Take a ride literally with Amina and Gemini.
This couple was hilarious to me though and baaaaby not sure what Amina thought when she decided to roll with him on his truck.
Amina was a crash out in the beginning, and she had to come to some harsh reality! I was chuckling 🤭 at the first truck stop.
As time went by, they came to an amicable understanding and it was up from there!
I really liked Gemini since he knew what he wanted and go for it! I just loved 🥰 his relationship with his family! He truly loved them.
Now when I see 18 wheelers on the highway, it will make me think about this couple!
This couple was hilarious to me though and baaaaby not sure what Amina thought when she decided to roll with him on his truck.
Amina was a crash out in the beginning, and she had to come to some harsh reality! I was chuckling 🤭 at the first truck stop.
As time went by, they came to an amicable understanding and it was up from there!
I really liked Gemini since he knew what he wanted and go for it! I just loved 🥰 his relationship with his family! He truly loved them.
Now when I see 18 wheelers on the highway, it will make me think about this couple!
August 15, 2026
Real love
This book was so amazing although in the beginning, it started out kind of sad, to plan a whole wedding for your fiancé to tell you that he’s having a second thoughts is a slap in the face. However, Amina met her a real one because Gemini didn’t play when he got with her as he got to know her better he knew what he wanted, and he set out to do what he meant, which was to lock her down and marry her as he did and as a real man should. It doesn’t take years to realize if you love someone and wants to be with them this book show the true meaning of love and if a man really loves and wants you, he will not waste time nor put it off. I love this it was just great.
This book was so amazing although in the beginning, it started out kind of sad, to plan a whole wedding for your fiancé to tell you that he’s having a second thoughts is a slap in the face. However, Amina met her a real one because Gemini didn’t play when he got with her as he got to know her better he knew what he wanted, and he set out to do what he meant, which was to lock her down and marry her as he did and as a real man should. It doesn’t take years to realize if you love someone and wants to be with them this book show the true meaning of love and if a man really loves and wants you, he will not waste time nor put it off. I love this it was just great.
August 9, 2026
Gotta love an INTENTIONAL man!!
Whew! I did not want this to end!!! An example of “when you know, you know” it only took 2 months for them to fall in love. 🥰 Amina was so deserving a love, Gemini was everything she needed! He gave BDE from the start, putting Amina in her soft girl era. The themes of the black experience was heavy throughout the book. From HBCUs, to what takes place when a black man gets pulled over on the highway. I need more from this author, this was my intro into her writing and I am love! Talk about a fairy tale story! 🫶🏾🫶🏾🫶🏾🫶🏾
Whew! I did not want this to end!!! An example of “when you know, you know” it only took 2 months for them to fall in love. 🥰 Amina was so deserving a love, Gemini was everything she needed! He gave BDE from the start, putting Amina in her soft girl era. The themes of the black experience was heavy throughout the book. From HBCUs, to what takes place when a black man gets pulled over on the highway. I need more from this author, this was my intro into her writing and I am love! Talk about a fairy tale story! 🫶🏾🫶🏾🫶🏾🫶🏾
September 8, 2026
Couldn’t quite put my finger on it…
As to why it took me so long to finish this one. I don’t think it was just one thing, rather a cumulative number of circumstances that kept this story from elevating to a great read for me, so I kept putting it down. The set up, while interesting and different, also limited the direction the characters could go. There were also quite a few editing misses that took away from my reading experience. I would classify Gemini and Amina’s journey as insta-love/slow-burn combined…with elements of sexual attraction, romance, growth and healing.
As to why it took me so long to finish this one. I don’t think it was just one thing, rather a cumulative number of circumstances that kept this story from elevating to a great read for me, so I kept putting it down. The set up, while interesting and different, also limited the direction the characters could go. There were also quite a few editing misses that took away from my reading experience. I would classify Gemini and Amina’s journey as insta-love/slow-burn combined…with elements of sexual attraction, romance, growth and healing.
August 6, 2026
so good and healing
This was so good to me. Gemini is the definition of “Him”. He was patient, loving and never with the shits. Amina did have to grow on me, especially with the crying. Nonetheless, I had such an amazing time reading. My only complaint is the over explaining. I feel like the author overly explained, feeling, thoughts, emotions, even scenarios. Overall, I enjoyed this book.
This was so good to me. Gemini is the definition of “Him”. He was patient, loving and never with the shits. Amina did have to grow on me, especially with the crying. Nonetheless, I had such an amazing time reading. My only complaint is the over explaining. I feel like the author overly explained, feeling, thoughts, emotions, even scenarios. Overall, I enjoyed this book.
August 18, 2026
urban fairytale
These was the cutest story to me. I felt I was right on the truck with Gemini and Amina. I loved the character development the author laid out. Diamond does an impeccable job in writing desirable MMCs. I was melting with Amina, everytime Gemini was talking that good 💩. And that rain scene….chef kisses!
I usually go for books with plenty of chaos, this book however was very satisfying. It was a relatable feel good book with plenty of laughs and spice 🌶️🌶️.
These was the cutest story to me. I felt I was right on the truck with Gemini and Amina. I loved the character development the author laid out. Diamond does an impeccable job in writing desirable MMCs. I was melting with Amina, everytime Gemini was talking that good 💩. And that rain scene….chef kisses!
I usually go for books with plenty of chaos, this book however was very satisfying. It was a relatable feel good book with plenty of laughs and spice 🌶️🌶️.
August 19, 2026
Beautiful Love Story
Awesome standalone Diamond, I look forward to reading more standalone from you! You met the challenge with flying colors! Amina & Gemini were meant to be together! I love how they poured into one another after they finished getting on one another's nerves! I loved how they challenged one another and were able to speak so openly about life in general! The family dynamics was great as well! I loved the epilogue!
Awesome standalone Diamond, I look forward to reading more standalone from you! You met the challenge with flying colors! Amina & Gemini were meant to be together! I love how they poured into one another after they finished getting on one another's nerves! I loved how they challenged one another and were able to speak so openly about life in general! The family dynamics was great as well! I loved the epilogue!
August 21, 2026
Keywanna Revell
I'm going to say read this one for sure
Diamond D Johnson never disappoints at all she always brings Book bae frfr and women even though might've been going through something but they are very strong independent women...
Just like MFC was going through broken heart
MMC was loving character in the end MFC got what she asked for and so much more falling in love on the highway 🛣️ !!!
I'm going to say read this one for sure
Diamond D Johnson never disappoints at all she always brings Book bae frfr and women even though might've been going through something but they are very strong independent women...
Just like MFC was going through broken heart
MMC was loving character in the end MFC got what she asked for and so much more falling in love on the highway 🛣️ !!!
September 7, 2026
Loved It!
This story was a little different from what I’m used to receiving from DDJ. But I loved it Gemini and Amina’s story was so captivating. Watching their love grow honestly would make you think like “man I wish I had love like that.” I really enjoyed their story. My only issue really is that there were quite a bit of grammar and spelling errors. Get those cleaned up and the story would be perfect. Glad Amina and Gemini got their happy ending. They both deserved it.
This story was a little different from what I’m used to receiving from DDJ. But I loved it Gemini and Amina’s story was so captivating. Watching their love grow honestly would make you think like “man I wish I had love like that.” I really enjoyed their story. My only issue really is that there were quite a bit of grammar and spelling errors. Get those cleaned up and the story would be perfect. Glad Amina and Gemini got their happy ending. They both deserved it.
July 26, 2026
This is a must read
Not many books where I finish reading & can’t stop thinking about the characters. Gemini & Amina gave me all the feels. The story line, the emotions. I felt like I was in the truck, on the road with them & didn’t want it to end. Literally stayed up all night finishing.
Not many books where I finish reading & can’t stop thinking about the characters. Gemini & Amina gave me all the feels. The story line, the emotions. I felt like I was in the truck, on the road with them & didn’t want it to end. Literally stayed up all night finishing.
July 27, 2026
5 Stars
It’s been a minute since I’ve written an review but I’m coming back to it. With that said I’m bias on this author because she writes nothing but fire in my opinion. Out of all the years I’ve been reading her works she never disappoints. She puts her all into her craft and you can read and feel it. Basically you can NEVER go wrong picking up one of her books
It’s been a minute since I’ve written an review but I’m coming back to it. With that said I’m bias on this author because she writes nothing but fire in my opinion. Out of all the years I’ve been reading her works she never disappoints. She puts her all into her craft and you can read and feel it. Basically you can NEVER go wrong picking up one of her books
July 29, 2026
I need a Gemini in my life cause he’s bae, I loveeedd this story!!!!
And where Gemini is my new book bae, I loved everything about this love story from beginning to end!Just read it, you won’t be disappointed and I’m soooo happy for Amina because at first she had me nervous!Diamond you did that!!!
And where Gemini is my new book bae, I loved everything about this love story from beginning to end!Just read it, you won’t be disappointed and I’m soooo happy for Amina because at first she had me nervous!Diamond you did that!!!
August 7, 2026
I struggled with this one because I usually enjoy this author's books, but this one just didn't work for me. It was very repetitive. The author would make a point and then immediately restate or over explain it in the next sentence, which made the pacing drag. Unfortunately, this one was a miss for me.
August 9, 2026
Love after love!!
Very cute believable story! I love that there wasn’t crazy exes drama. Or that they were filthy rich with money coming out the behinds. They were young educated people. I love the HBCU vs PWI debates. And yes racism still exists. And finally supportive families no drama.
Very cute believable story! I love that there wasn’t crazy exes drama. Or that they were filthy rich with money coming out the behinds. They were young educated people. I love the HBCU vs PWI debates. And yes racism still exists. And finally supportive families no drama.
August 24, 2026
Beautiful Story!
What a beautiful story. Diamond your books always get me out of a reading slump. I’m so serious. I knew I wanted to read a book today, but nothing was sticking. I was like, “let me see what Diamond dropped.” I saw this book and read it in one sitting lol. This was so good! I love your stories!
What a beautiful story. Diamond your books always get me out of a reading slump. I’m so serious. I knew I wanted to read a book today, but nothing was sticking. I was like, “let me see what Diamond dropped.” I saw this book and read it in one sitting lol. This was so good! I love your stories!
August 27, 2026
Yes yes yes
Diamond never disappoints me! She bring it every time. I love this journey between Gemini and Aminia. She deserved everything that Gemini poured into her. I love how he protected and cared for her. Yrs, this was definitely a page turner. It had me from beginning to end.
Diamond never disappoints me! She bring it every time. I love this journey between Gemini and Aminia. She deserved everything that Gemini poured into her. I love how he protected and cared for her. Yrs, this was definitely a page turner. It had me from beginning to end.
July 25, 2026
I loved it
Listen you did the instant love story so eloquently mannn Diamond you are beast when it comes to this writing!!! Gemini and Amina were perfection!!! I hate the story is over but boyyy did I love reading it!!! Thank you 😊
Listen you did the instant love story so eloquently mannn Diamond you are beast when it comes to this writing!!! Gemini and Amina were perfection!!! I hate the story is over but boyyy did I love reading it!!! Thank you 😊
July 28, 2026
exit us !!!
When I tell you i was in slump !!! Then BOOM here comes Diamond saving the the Urban world. Perfect story, Gemini is HIM ! Ugh it was beautiful.. hopefully Gianna gets a cute little story
When I tell you i was in slump !!! Then BOOM here comes Diamond saving the the Urban world. Perfect story, Gemini is HIM ! Ugh it was beautiful.. hopefully Gianna gets a cute little story
July 29, 2026
Diamond don't miss!!
Im so sad that I finish this book. I have to give diamond her flowers, because she took us this journey, that was thought out and well written. Gemini was a man man! And Amina didn't stand a chance. Two thumbs up!!
Im so sad that I finish this book. I have to give diamond her flowers, because she took us this journey, that was thought out and well written. Gemini was a man man! And Amina didn't stand a chance. Two thumbs up!!
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