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He's Still B.A.E. 3: A B.A.E. Spin-off
With the news that Tammy’s mother is sleeping with Richard, Moet’s dad, Tammy has a lot to take in consideration. Does she tell her best friend or handle the matters on her own? With her relationship with her mother being better than the past, will Tammy cut her mother out she and the kid’s life for good this time? Tammy has to deal with everything that happens, but what happens when Latrell starts staying out late and taking secret phone calls? Is Latrell cheating on Tammy or is her mind playing tricks on her?
Essence got herself involved in a love triangle, but she is only loving one part of the triangle. She’s falling head over heels back in love with Sept and could give a hell about her failing relationship with Kamari. Will Sept change for Essence or will he fall back into the same hole he’s crawled out of many times before? Honey is set on getting Essence out of her son’s life for good. Knowing their relationship is sinking, she decides to put more weight on the sinking boat when she reveals the secret that she has been hiding for her son. Will Essence throw in the towel this time or is her love for Kamari too strong?
Avon and Ace’s relationship has been heartbreak after heartbreak. After Ace dismisses her for giving up a role that could of changed her life, Avon isn’t ready to call it quits. She’s tried of running and wants to finally make it work with Ace. Ace is worried about his daughter and if she’ll pull through this. Knowing Iesha kept this information from him, he files paperwork in court, but will he be able to get his kids? Will Iesha try to play dirty and get his kids taken from him all together? Will Avon and Ace finally get their fighting chance and be together, or will the two find themselves running away from the relationship before it could even start?
In this finale to the BAE saga, we find out just how close these friends are. They’ve been through hell and back together before, but will they all make it out of their own personal hell?
Essence got herself involved in a love triangle, but she is only loving one part of the triangle. She’s falling head over heels back in love with Sept and could give a hell about her failing relationship with Kamari. Will Sept change for Essence or will he fall back into the same hole he’s crawled out of many times before? Honey is set on getting Essence out of her son’s life for good. Knowing their relationship is sinking, she decides to put more weight on the sinking boat when she reveals the secret that she has been hiding for her son. Will Essence throw in the towel this time or is her love for Kamari too strong?
Avon and Ace’s relationship has been heartbreak after heartbreak. After Ace dismisses her for giving up a role that could of changed her life, Avon isn’t ready to call it quits. She’s tried of running and wants to finally make it work with Ace. Ace is worried about his daughter and if she’ll pull through this. Knowing Iesha kept this information from him, he files paperwork in court, but will he be able to get his kids? Will Iesha try to play dirty and get his kids taken from him all together? Will Avon and Ace finally get their fighting chance and be together, or will the two find themselves running away from the relationship before it could even start?
In this finale to the BAE saga, we find out just how close these friends are. They’ve been through hell and back together before, but will they all make it out of their own personal hell?
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Published July 13, 2016
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September 11, 2020
Just ok
This series and spinoff might have been dragged on to long. Tammy still my favorite and she was definitely a real woman taking care of her husband side child. Essence was my least favorite, all that to end up with Sept. I thought Avon and Ace were a cute couple.
This series and spinoff might have been dragged on to long. Tammy still my favorite and she was definitely a real woman taking care of her husband side child. Essence was my least favorite, all that to end up with Sept. I thought Avon and Ace were a cute couple.
July 15, 2016
I loved this series, so many people and emotions were involved that it was crazy. I'm glad every situation was worked out but I loved me some Tammy cause she was the real deal. Excellent read
June 23, 2025
This book?? STRESS. Absolute, top tier, make you cuss out your favorite character STRESS.
Tammy’s mama out here being everybody’s problem. Latrell’s acting suspicious. Essence is back in Sept’s arms and Honey is STILL being a menace. And don’t even get me started on Ace and Avon if they don’t catch a break soon, I might riot.
Jahquel J gave us everything: betrayal, secrets, scandal, and love that stays fighting for its life.
I laughed, I screamed, I threw imaginary hands. If you like your love stories loud, messy, and full of “WTF did I just read?!” energy, this one’s your kind of chaos.
Tammy’s mama out here being everybody’s problem. Latrell’s acting suspicious. Essence is back in Sept’s arms and Honey is STILL being a menace. And don’t even get me started on Ace and Avon if they don’t catch a break soon, I might riot.
Jahquel J gave us everything: betrayal, secrets, scandal, and love that stays fighting for its life.
I laughed, I screamed, I threw imaginary hands. If you like your love stories loud, messy, and full of “WTF did I just read?!” energy, this one’s your kind of chaos.
October 27, 2016
Jahquel OMG, I asked my bestie for a hood love story without the overwhelming drama and I'll be damn if she didn't recommend exactly what I needed. B.A.E!!!!!! And when I tell You I read BAE & HE STILL BAE straight through! I absolutely loved these series. I love the strong black men and their spoiled ass women.
I had a love hate relationship with Tammy, sometimes she was way too much especially when it came to Latrell and the other times I'm sitting back like yes say that. I loved all their relationship.
I believe my favorite female character was Essence and my favorite male was between Hakeem and Latrell. I loved when. Hakeem cut Monett off (get some act right) lol! I honestly wanted Latrell to do the same to Tammy but Tammy hard headed ass would suffer before she would have admit she's wrong. I loved how she would check Moët ass.
From the beginning It was something about Sept that I liked even after all the bullshit and something about Kamari I never connected with needless to say I was glad when Essence and Sept hooked back up. She has such a kind and forgiving Spirit I love her! Iesha & Cabrina and Honey got on my last damn nerve ughhhhh
My I loved all the kids but Ace daughter was my favorite, she loved her daddy and nothing her mama said about Avon could not tarnish the image she had for Avon.
Highly recommended
I had a love hate relationship with Tammy, sometimes she was way too much especially when it came to Latrell and the other times I'm sitting back like yes say that. I loved all their relationship.
I believe my favorite female character was Essence and my favorite male was between Hakeem and Latrell. I loved when. Hakeem cut Monett off (get some act right) lol! I honestly wanted Latrell to do the same to Tammy but Tammy hard headed ass would suffer before she would have admit she's wrong. I loved how she would check Moët ass.
From the beginning It was something about Sept that I liked even after all the bullshit and something about Kamari I never connected with needless to say I was glad when Essence and Sept hooked back up. She has such a kind and forgiving Spirit I love her! Iesha & Cabrina and Honey got on my last damn nerve ughhhhh
My I loved all the kids but Ace daughter was my favorite, she loved her daddy and nothing her mama said about Avon could not tarnish the image she had for Avon.
Highly recommended
October 28, 2016
This series has been the bomb from the beginning.
Happy that things seemed to work out for...almost everyone...
Happy that things seemed to work out for...almost everyone...
May 23, 2017
The series was good, but Avon and Ace truly tested my patience. The disrespect that Avon recieved from Ace's children's mother, Ace should've checked her, from the very beginning. Ace knew that she was bitter, (his children's mother), and if he knew that Avon was the woman for him, he should've protected her more, when it came to both Avon's well-being, and her emotions. It seemed that neither of them could get it together, and I wanted to slap the both of them. Hopefully, there will be a spin-off of Avon and Ace, becoming a family, like Moët and Zane.
Monett and Hakeem wasn't mentioned nearly as my much in this series, however, they both were very successful, and were at the top of their careers. Monett finally had her family, and she loved Hakeem, just as much as Hakeem loved Monett. I admired Hakeem for being the bigger person when it came to Monett's son 's father. Hakeem not only was the major role model in Monett's son's life, but he also took care of him, as if he was his own. There's not a lot of men that would be able to deal with that, and a broken woman, and he did both exceptionally well. I would've loved to see Hakeem walk Monett down the aisle, after all that they went through.
Kamari disappointed me the most in this series. The secrets, the lies, the betrayal, to Essence was disgusting to me. I really thought that he would've treated Essense better, knowing what she went through with Sept, or Savion. The icing on the top was Kamari's mother. Essence was a better person than I could ever be, because there's no way, I could've or would've tolerated the treatment that Honey gave Essence. Kamari was so weak when it came to his mother, and it was unfair, to both Essence, and Kanari. Boundaries were crossed, and it was all because of Kamari's actions, his lies, and his secrets. In the end, Kamari nor Savion deserved Essence, or her love.
Most of this series was based on Tammy, and she was indeed the strongest of the women. The obstacles that Tammy was given, the average woman would've been broken. Just when Tammy thought that she was dealing with an issue head-on, something else would hit her full force. It was if she couldn't catch a break, and finally she became over-whelmed, and she shut down. Latrell was there, but due to Tammy not telling him what she needed, and expected of him, he felt unappreciated. When Tammy and Latrell went to counseling, suggested by Big Mama, that's the best thing that the both of them done, because it opened up the lines of communication. Tammy and Latrell both loved each other very much, but without communication, the relationship wouldn't been savaged, but thank goodness it was. They were both very good people, that had a heart of gold, and I see them being able to conquer the storm.
I seen the ups and downs of friendships, relationships, and bitter ex's in this series. The women laughed, cried, and they showed their weaknesses, and their strengths. I seen the good, and the bad... the ladies go from the bottom to the top, and from spoiled little girls, to mature women, wives, and mothers. It was definitely a journey to get through it all, but job well done Ms. Jahquel!
Monett and Hakeem wasn't mentioned nearly as my much in this series, however, they both were very successful, and were at the top of their careers. Monett finally had her family, and she loved Hakeem, just as much as Hakeem loved Monett. I admired Hakeem for being the bigger person when it came to Monett's son 's father. Hakeem not only was the major role model in Monett's son's life, but he also took care of him, as if he was his own. There's not a lot of men that would be able to deal with that, and a broken woman, and he did both exceptionally well. I would've loved to see Hakeem walk Monett down the aisle, after all that they went through.
Kamari disappointed me the most in this series. The secrets, the lies, the betrayal, to Essence was disgusting to me. I really thought that he would've treated Essense better, knowing what she went through with Sept, or Savion. The icing on the top was Kamari's mother. Essence was a better person than I could ever be, because there's no way, I could've or would've tolerated the treatment that Honey gave Essence. Kamari was so weak when it came to his mother, and it was unfair, to both Essence, and Kanari. Boundaries were crossed, and it was all because of Kamari's actions, his lies, and his secrets. In the end, Kamari nor Savion deserved Essence, or her love.
Most of this series was based on Tammy, and she was indeed the strongest of the women. The obstacles that Tammy was given, the average woman would've been broken. Just when Tammy thought that she was dealing with an issue head-on, something else would hit her full force. It was if she couldn't catch a break, and finally she became over-whelmed, and she shut down. Latrell was there, but due to Tammy not telling him what she needed, and expected of him, he felt unappreciated. When Tammy and Latrell went to counseling, suggested by Big Mama, that's the best thing that the both of them done, because it opened up the lines of communication. Tammy and Latrell both loved each other very much, but without communication, the relationship wouldn't been savaged, but thank goodness it was. They were both very good people, that had a heart of gold, and I see them being able to conquer the storm.
I seen the ups and downs of friendships, relationships, and bitter ex's in this series. The women laughed, cried, and they showed their weaknesses, and their strengths. I seen the good, and the bad... the ladies go from the bottom to the top, and from spoiled little girls, to mature women, wives, and mothers. It was definitely a journey to get through it all, but job well done Ms. Jahquel!
June 18, 2017
Great series
Through all the fights, the break downs good see everyone come out stronger through all the BS. I had heard so much about this series and some glad I caught up. Ace, Zayir, Latrell are some strong brother dealing with all the mood swings in this story, especially Latrell. Tammy is still a handful and very verbal sometimes. Glad she was able to release all her tension and get back on track. Sept even got back on track. It was good that Essence learned to love herself first with all she went through, as for Avon, she finally got what made her happy.
Through all the fights, the break downs good see everyone come out stronger through all the BS. I had heard so much about this series and some glad I caught up. Ace, Zayir, Latrell are some strong brother dealing with all the mood swings in this story, especially Latrell. Tammy is still a handful and very verbal sometimes. Glad she was able to release all her tension and get back on track. Sept even got back on track. It was good that Essence learned to love herself first with all she went through, as for Avon, she finally got what made her happy.
February 18, 2025
OMG Great read
Tammy and Latrell are still together and going strong. Eli,Dion,Ricky and Zen are doing well. Ace and Avon are engaged and having their first daughter together. ALesha has finally move on and found her a new man. Essence and Kamari are co-parenting their daughter he has taking responsibility for both of his daughters. Essence and Sept are dating and taking things slow. Moet and Zyair had their second baby boy a son Zyn. Monett and Hakeem are still going strong their parents are working out their marriage.
Tammy and Latrell are still together and going strong. Eli,Dion,Ricky and Zen are doing well. Ace and Avon are engaged and having their first daughter together. ALesha has finally move on and found her a new man. Essence and Kamari are co-parenting their daughter he has taking responsibility for both of his daughters. Essence and Sept are dating and taking things slow. Moet and Zyair had their second baby boy a son Zyn. Monett and Hakeem are still going strong their parents are working out their marriage.
September 18, 2025
Tammy is the only character I like out of this series. She went to therapy to get the help she needed & I love her growth. She’s honest & tells ppl what they NEED to hear. The delivery might not be the best but I love it.
Essence was a disappointment bc I thought she loved herself enough to be done w/ Sept.
Avon was only 22 letting Ace give her struggle love 😩
I always have to remember they’re all young after reading.
Jahquel knows how to give us a good series that keeps us turning the page.
Essence was a disappointment bc I thought she loved herself enough to be done w/ Sept.
Avon was only 22 letting Ace give her struggle love 😩
I always have to remember they’re all young after reading.
Jahquel knows how to give us a good series that keeps us turning the page.
November 7, 2025
whew Chile
Now that was a great series. The drama was a lot. I loved every second of it. I’m glad they got themselves together. Kamari shocked the hell out of me with his actions. His mother was too much. I didn’t like her at all.
I don’t know if I could have forgiven Sept. that took a lot of prayer to make that happen.
Once again, my book wife Tammy was a comedian. She reminds me of a female version of Menace Caselli.
Now that was a great series. The drama was a lot. I loved every second of it. I’m glad they got themselves together. Kamari shocked the hell out of me with his actions. His mother was too much. I didn’t like her at all.
I don’t know if I could have forgiven Sept. that took a lot of prayer to make that happen.
Once again, my book wife Tammy was a comedian. She reminds me of a female version of Menace Caselli.
November 9, 2017
So sad that it’s over
....this series is on my list of favorites. Moët Zyair and the crew were very easy characters-to get into. I love how this series moved away from the typical gangsta love and had real relatable characters made it a plus... oh well off to hunt for another dope series
....this series is on my list of favorites. Moët Zyair and the crew were very easy characters-to get into. I love how this series moved away from the typical gangsta love and had real relatable characters made it a plus... oh well off to hunt for another dope series
June 30, 2025
Yaaaaaassssss!
Whew I went through all 7 books with this wild and crazy family/friend series! I laughed, cried, got mad, got sad, felt proud, felt shame, felt joy, felt sorrow! I experienced every emotion possible and enjoyed every minute of it! Thanks JJ…you’re really an amazing author❣️
Whew I went through all 7 books with this wild and crazy family/friend series! I laughed, cried, got mad, got sad, felt proud, felt shame, felt joy, felt sorrow! I experienced every emotion possible and enjoyed every minute of it! Thanks JJ…you’re really an amazing author❣️
May 21, 2025
I was stressed in He’s still BAE 2 and just realized I read the books out of damn order
Jahquel, I was stressed but girl you did that!!!!! Now my ass have to read BAE because I realized I read it out of order
Jahquel, I was stressed but girl you did that!!!!! Now my ass have to read BAE because I realized I read it out of order
June 6, 2025
Awesome read
Another awesome series by Jahquel. I put off reading this series but I am glad I finally read it and have enjoyed the entire series. Some of the characters might have ran my blood pressure up but it was an awesome read.
Another awesome series by Jahquel. I put off reading this series but I am glad I finally read it and have enjoyed the entire series. Some of the characters might have ran my blood pressure up but it was an awesome read.
December 5, 2025
Great read
Always a joy reading a Jahquel J. book. I love how she gave more insight on Tammy and Essence in this book. Essence a real one because him and his Mama would’ve got the business.
Always a joy reading a Jahquel J. book. I love how she gave more insight on Tammy and Essence in this book. Essence a real one because him and his Mama would’ve got the business.
December 13, 2025
loved it !!!!!
I love how this book wraps everything up and Tammi will forever be my fave…. She’s so strong and loving and supports everyone I am so glad she finally went to therapy because even the strong friend needs to be checked on
I love how this book wraps everything up and Tammi will forever be my fave…. She’s so strong and loving and supports everyone I am so glad she finally went to therapy because even the strong friend needs to be checked on
October 27, 2017
Love this series
This one of my favorite Series.. I love all series by this author. I am so happy with the ending..
This one of my favorite Series.. I love all series by this author. I am so happy with the ending..
June 29, 2018
Awsome
Book was great like all the rest of them were!!! I love that Tammy took in Eli she’s dope for that❤️
Book was great like all the rest of them were!!! I love that Tammy took in Eli she’s dope for that❤️
April 4, 2019
Amazing
Loved every single book ! Awesome characters! I couldn’t get enough of these books ! ! ! ! ! !
Loved every single book ! Awesome characters! I couldn’t get enough of these books ! ! ! ! ! !
February 14, 2025
Another good one
Jahquel J has not failed me yet whenever I read her books. This is another good series. The second season of it. Good read!
Jahquel J has not failed me yet whenever I read her books. This is another good series. The second season of it. Good read!
April 11, 2025
Beautiful completion
So nice to have the story come to an end full circle. Well worth the binge reading of the series.
So nice to have the story come to an end full circle. Well worth the binge reading of the series.
May 10, 2025
Enjoyed every minute
I love her books. So much reality in her writing. So much emotion. I want to read all her books.
I love her books. So much reality in her writing. So much emotion. I want to read all her books.
July 4, 2025
This book brought the entire series to a close. I'm so glad thay essence found out the truth. Tammy allowed her walls to fall & learned how to accept help & love.
Avon & Ace! I loved their story.
Avon & Ace! I loved their story.
August 17, 2025
Soooo good!!!
That’s all folks! Love the way this series wrapped up! My girl Jahquel J is so creative! Her pen game has me in a chokehold and everything is 🔥
That’s all folks! Love the way this series wrapped up! My girl Jahquel J is so creative! Her pen game has me in a chokehold and everything is 🔥
July 15, 2016
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Where do I start, from the beginning this series pulls you in and captures your attention. I love how Jaquel J was able to give the view points from all couples involved in the story and there was never a dull moment. I would love to hear more about Ace and Avon's story, on the end they were my favorite. It was good to see Tammy's side of things and I am glad her and Latrell has their happily ever after. This is a series that I could read all over again, if you haven't read the entire B.A.E series you definitely need to.
Where do I start, from the beginning this series pulls you in and captures your attention. I love how Jaquel J was able to give the view points from all couples involved in the story and there was never a dull moment. I would love to hear more about Ace and Avon's story, on the end they were my favorite. It was good to see Tammy's side of things and I am glad her and Latrell has their happily ever after. This is a series that I could read all over again, if you haven't read the entire B.A.E series you definitely need to.
March 19, 2021
I LOVED IT‼️‼️‼️
Jahquel J really came through with this series. I thoroughly enjoyed every bit of it. I was kind of sad when we got to the end. I’m like Jahquel, can we get Iesha’s story please? What about the kids? There’s about 13 kids in these 7 books (14 if we gone and add Blake’s kid) so let’s get some of that. Pleeeeeaseee!!!!! I give this series 100 stars!!!!! It’s definitely a must read.
Jahquel J really came through with this series. I thoroughly enjoyed every bit of it. I was kind of sad when we got to the end. I’m like Jahquel, can we get Iesha’s story please? What about the kids? There’s about 13 kids in these 7 books (14 if we gone and add Blake’s kid) so let’s get some of that. Pleeeeeaseee!!!!! I give this series 100 stars!!!!! It’s definitely a must read.
July 19, 2016
I love the series and all the characters in it! I'm glad everything worked out for Tammy because she deserved it! I was proud of Essence for not staying with Kamari and taking things slow with Sept. Ace and Avon had a very challenging relationship due to bitter Iesha but I'm glad she moved on. It was really refreshing to hear about Moet and Monett too and how their lives were going. Great book!
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July 18, 2016
AWESOME FINISH
This moment bittersweet I'm going to miss these characters have come to love them love and the storyline and definitely love the author this has been amazing and I am going to miss them like they were my own family big up to kids hopefully their the new spin OUT FREAKING STANDING ........I LOVE A HAPPY ENDING......
This moment bittersweet I'm going to miss these characters have come to love them love and the storyline and definitely love the author this has been amazing and I am going to miss them like they were my own family big up to kids hopefully their the new spin OUT FREAKING STANDING ........I LOVE A HAPPY ENDING......
September 17, 2016
Wow
I'm literally in tears how this whole series ended. I have kept my mouth closed the whole series and I will continue.. This book is EVERYTHING. There was so mms any real I issues I couldn't stop reading if I wanted to. I take my hat to you Jahquel.... you did justice.
I'm literally in tears how this whole series ended. I have kept my mouth closed the whole series and I will continue.. This book is EVERYTHING. There was so mms any real I issues I couldn't stop reading if I wanted to. I take my hat to you Jahquel.... you did justice.
June 2, 2021
Banging Series
This series was everything and it showed up how important friendships are and the length friends will go I make are you are okay, even when the are not okay!!!...Family a friends wrapped up in one!!!...
This series was everything and it showed up how important friendships are and the length friends will go I make are you are okay, even when the are not okay!!!...Family a friends wrapped up in one!!!...
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