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Everything To Lose
She wants to forget his existence. He wants to win back her heart. Melaina is ready to put her past behind her, but no one is making that easy. Even the ones that claim to love her can’t seem to stop hurting her. Determined to take control of her life, Melaina decides to invest in her dreams, and be the woman she’s always wanted to be. But, the moment she finds herself on solid ground, trouble comes knocking at her door…and he’s not leaving without a fight. Darien knows he screwed up. But, everything isn’t what it seems. The sooner he can get Melaina to see that, the sooner he can win her heart. Unfortunately, she’s not going to make it easy. To prove that he’s worthy of a second chance, Darien will have to step outside of his comfort zone. But, one misstep may cost him too much. In fact, it may cost him everything.
- GenresAfrican American Romance
195 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 24, 2018
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July 3, 2018
Happy ending
I'm glad that Darien and Melanie got their happy ending. They endured a lot, but they finally got it together. Tonya is very foul for the things that she did and for meddling in her grown children's business and lives. I'm so glad that Darien put his big boy's pants on and out his foot down. He didn't need that negativity I his life. Mel's daddy is also very foul for scorning her the way that he did while he was having a whole affair on the side. You know with all that finger pointing and ish. This is a good story and hopefully will be reading more about these characters in the future.
I'm glad that Darien and Melanie got their happy ending. They endured a lot, but they finally got it together. Tonya is very foul for the things that she did and for meddling in her grown children's business and lives. I'm so glad that Darien put his big boy's pants on and out his foot down. He didn't need that negativity I his life. Mel's daddy is also very foul for scorning her the way that he did while he was having a whole affair on the side. You know with all that finger pointing and ish. This is a good story and hopefully will be reading more about these characters in the future.
June 28, 2018
This series only gets better!
This series just keeps getting better! I still love Haze and Dominic but they are now tied with Darien and Melaina. I don’t know how Dominic and Darien remained halfway sane with a mother like Tonya. She took things to a level that is beyond crazy, its psychotic. I’m glad she was exposed because she would have never stopped hurting her sons. Now Melaina became so endearing in this book. I loved her in Everything I Need but you really got to know her love in this book. Her dad was a real piece of work! His hypocrisy and sliminess was unbelievable! I agree with Darien, I don’t think this was the first time. I think he just finally got caught.
This series just keeps getting better! I still love Haze and Dominic but they are now tied with Darien and Melaina. I don’t know how Dominic and Darien remained halfway sane with a mother like Tonya. She took things to a level that is beyond crazy, its psychotic. I’m glad she was exposed because she would have never stopped hurting her sons. Now Melaina became so endearing in this book. I loved her in Everything I Need but you really got to know her love in this book. Her dad was a real piece of work! His hypocrisy and sliminess was unbelievable! I agree with Darien, I don’t think this was the first time. I think he just finally got caught.
June 13, 2019
A great story in a wonderful series!!!
Everything to Lose is the third and final book in the Everything series by A.C. Taylor, and it is absolutely amazing!! Although, I would have really liked it if there was a fourth book in this series that centered on Darien and Dominic's cousin, Natalie, as I feel that her character could certainly have a very interesting story of her own with a lot to say. Perhaps it is an idea for the author to take into consideration? Just my thoughts. Truth to be told, I was actually feeling a little sad when I finished reading the final paragraph and would've been really happy if there was one more book in this series because it was an amazing series that I wouldn't mind revisiting again in the future. Five stars for the author A.C. Taylor--very, very highly recommended!!
Everything to Lose is the third and final book in the Everything series by A.C. Taylor, and it is absolutely amazing!! Although, I would have really liked it if there was a fourth book in this series that centered on Darien and Dominic's cousin, Natalie, as I feel that her character could certainly have a very interesting story of her own with a lot to say. Perhaps it is an idea for the author to take into consideration? Just my thoughts. Truth to be told, I was actually feeling a little sad when I finished reading the final paragraph and would've been really happy if there was one more book in this series because it was an amazing series that I wouldn't mind revisiting again in the future. Five stars for the author A.C. Taylor--very, very highly recommended!!
October 23, 2019
This was a good book
I'm glad that they got back together and I hope that that his nose mom will stay out of their business
I'm glad that they got back together and I hope that that his nose mom will stay out of their business
October 1, 2018
I loved this story from beginning to end. Darien fighting for his woman after messing up, I'm glad he went to the extremes he did to prove how much he loved her. I think Melaina was portrayed fairly. Being an ex-porn star, I thought there was going to be a lot of slut-shaming in this book. Thankfully there wasn't. Darien's mom is something else. She definitely went too far.
A nice way to wrap up the series. I really enjoyed it.
A nice way to wrap up the series. I really enjoyed it.
October 4, 2018
I liked this book.
December 6, 2018
Everything
Loved Darien and Mel's story. I was rooting for them in the last book and glad they got their HEA. That mama, Tonya, was a real piece of work.
Loved Darien and Mel's story. I was rooting for them in the last book and glad they got their HEA. That mama, Tonya, was a real piece of work.
September 4, 2018
Everything Series
Everything To Me
Everything I Need
Everything To Lose
In the beginning I had so much faith in Dominc and Haze relationship. They had the one thing that 90% of relationship don't have today. They had a true friendship. As time went on, I begin to lose faith in what they had, I didn't think they would hold up. I begin to see Haze giving into so much for Dominc happiness. Now don't get me wrong, Dominc is that nihh! It's just... It seems like that could cause problems further down the line.
Jordan love Imauni with everything in him, he just didn't have the patience to compete against her lifestyle. Well... He basically refused to try and make it work.
Imauni, tired of Jordan excuses of why they couldn't be couple finally threw the towel in. If she couldn't have Jordan the way she deserved to have him, she rather not have him at all.
Jordan is no fool and when he saw another man putting a smile on Imauni's face, that was something he couldn't see himself living through. Deciding to go with his heart, Jordan went and got his lady.
The last thing in Melaina and Darien's mind was what people thought of them as a couple. Yeah Melaina's didn't give her the best bragging right, but her past didn't matter to Darien. Yet when a tragedy hit, Darien left Melaina to deal with it on her own. True he was also hurting, but his ways in trying to deal with it was selfish. Now he realizes the wrong he has done to Melaina and will do anything to get her back. He has one problem, no matter what he tries, Melaina can't seem to forgive him for the way he betrayed her.
4*
I really love the simplicity in this author's work. I love the life - like characters and the real conversations between them. I love the light touch of humor. I love how her characters find love. This author just gained a new reader. I will definitely be following this author because I fell in love with her work.
Everything To Me
Everything I Need
Everything To Lose
In the beginning I had so much faith in Dominc and Haze relationship. They had the one thing that 90% of relationship don't have today. They had a true friendship. As time went on, I begin to lose faith in what they had, I didn't think they would hold up. I begin to see Haze giving into so much for Dominc happiness. Now don't get me wrong, Dominc is that nihh! It's just... It seems like that could cause problems further down the line.
Jordan love Imauni with everything in him, he just didn't have the patience to compete against her lifestyle. Well... He basically refused to try and make it work.
Imauni, tired of Jordan excuses of why they couldn't be couple finally threw the towel in. If she couldn't have Jordan the way she deserved to have him, she rather not have him at all.
Jordan is no fool and when he saw another man putting a smile on Imauni's face, that was something he couldn't see himself living through. Deciding to go with his heart, Jordan went and got his lady.
The last thing in Melaina and Darien's mind was what people thought of them as a couple. Yeah Melaina's didn't give her the best bragging right, but her past didn't matter to Darien. Yet when a tragedy hit, Darien left Melaina to deal with it on her own. True he was also hurting, but his ways in trying to deal with it was selfish. Now he realizes the wrong he has done to Melaina and will do anything to get her back. He has one problem, no matter what he tries, Melaina can't seem to forgive him for the way he betrayed her.
4*
I really love the simplicity in this author's work. I love the life - like characters and the real conversations between them. I love the light touch of humor. I love how her characters find love. This author just gained a new reader. I will definitely be following this author because I fell in love with her work.
June 27, 2018
I'm So Happy💕💕
I'm so happy that Darien and Melaina finally got everything together. I knew that Tonya was the one who had spread those nasty rumors about Melania and I was shocked by who actually leaked their sex tape. I enjoyed getting updates on Dominic and Haze and Jordan and Imauni engagement and wedding plans. Tonya really needs a man because Natalie did a total one eighty since she's been with Peter. I can't wait to read about their story. I'm glad that Darien and Melaina finally got their HEA with a baby girl and wedding on the way.
I'm so happy that Darien and Melaina finally got everything together. I knew that Tonya was the one who had spread those nasty rumors about Melania and I was shocked by who actually leaked their sex tape. I enjoyed getting updates on Dominic and Haze and Jordan and Imauni engagement and wedding plans. Tonya really needs a man because Natalie did a total one eighty since she's been with Peter. I can't wait to read about their story. I'm glad that Darien and Melaina finally got their HEA with a baby girl and wedding on the way.
June 27, 2018
Amazing Third Installment in This Series...
A.C. Taylor’s ‘Everything’ series has been a joy to read. Although I throughly enjoyed reading the first two books of the series, book three, “Everything to Lose”, has been the one I was looking most forward to reading. Darien and Melaina’s story did not disappoint. There were some expected happenings, but it also included quite a few intriguing surprises. I wouldn’t mind reading more from these couples in the future. Is there a Nat and Peter story brewing, A.C.? 🤔
T
A.C. Taylor’s ‘Everything’ series has been a joy to read. Although I throughly enjoyed reading the first two books of the series, book three, “Everything to Lose”, has been the one I was looking most forward to reading. Darien and Melaina’s story did not disappoint. There were some expected happenings, but it also included quite a few intriguing surprises. I wouldn’t mind reading more from these couples in the future. Is there a Nat and Peter story brewing, A.C.? 🤔
T
June 29, 2018
Looking out for Natalie story
I would have never thought it was Tonya that spread those nasty rumors concerning Melaina. The cook took me by surprise with the sex tape. It was good to see that Tonya finally learned to stay out of her boys affairs. Will Natalie and Peter get their story? I'm dying to see what Tonya has to say about their union. I don't see fault when it comes down to Damien keeping Melaina father's indiscretion from her. It was not Damien secret to reveal to her only her father. Loved the updates on Dominic/Haze and Jordan/Imauni.
I would have never thought it was Tonya that spread those nasty rumors concerning Melaina. The cook took me by surprise with the sex tape. It was good to see that Tonya finally learned to stay out of her boys affairs. Will Natalie and Peter get their story? I'm dying to see what Tonya has to say about their union. I don't see fault when it comes down to Damien keeping Melaina father's indiscretion from her. It was not Damien secret to reveal to her only her father. Loved the updates on Dominic/Haze and Jordan/Imauni.
January 24, 2020
Darien & Melaina
Darien had real love for Melaina despite her porn star past. Darien's mother Tonya was pulling out all the stops to keep him and Melaina apart. With a friend like like Imauni in her corner to help her navigate thru a maze of crap, Melaina is able to keep her head up and focus on her business. But Darien was determined to be with Melaina; add that to the chemistry between them and the heat was turned way up for these two - I liked the fire they made. Oh yeah, and Darien's cousin Natalie's relationship was a cute surprise.
Darien had real love for Melaina despite her porn star past. Darien's mother Tonya was pulling out all the stops to keep him and Melaina apart. With a friend like like Imauni in her corner to help her navigate thru a maze of crap, Melaina is able to keep her head up and focus on her business. But Darien was determined to be with Melaina; add that to the chemistry between them and the heat was turned way up for these two - I liked the fire they made. Oh yeah, and Darien's cousin Natalie's relationship was a cute surprise.
June 27, 2018
Great Story
This story came across as very real. I loved the way that Melania took respondsibility for her past without making excuses . Darien's determination to win her back after his mistakes was touching. Darien should havev put his family in thier places a lot sooner regarding the way they treated Melania a lot quicker. It as good catching up on Jordan and Imaunie as well as Dominic and Haze. I hope Natalie vet's a story as well.
This story came across as very real. I loved the way that Melania took respondsibility for her past without making excuses . Darien's determination to win her back after his mistakes was touching. Darien should havev put his family in thier places a lot sooner regarding the way they treated Melania a lot quicker. It as good catching up on Jordan and Imaunie as well as Dominic and Haze. I hope Natalie vet's a story as well.
June 27, 2018
This was so good.
Warm, challenging, love. It was everything. AC's stories always feel like it could be you or your friends experiencing what the charecters encounter. It's always relatable but love wins every single time. I enjoyed this read just like the rest in this series. I'm waiting for book 4!
Warm, challenging, love. It was everything. AC's stories always feel like it could be you or your friends experiencing what the charecters encounter. It's always relatable but love wins every single time. I enjoyed this read just like the rest in this series. I'm waiting for book 4!
July 3, 2018
Great read
Your books never disappoint me I love all of them. Mel went thru grief and misjudgment from family and his side and her daddy was a shock to us all but I do think he has other girls also that's been pregnant or pursue just refuse to claim. Tonya just gonna be her whether you like it or not. Loved this story even how it end keep up the great work.
Your books never disappoint me I love all of them. Mel went thru grief and misjudgment from family and his side and her daddy was a shock to us all but I do think he has other girls also that's been pregnant or pursue just refuse to claim. Tonya just gonna be her whether you like it or not. Loved this story even how it end keep up the great work.
July 7, 2018
Everything.....
I really enjoyed reading this series and being able to get a glimpse into how things were going for Dominic, Haze, Imauni, and Jordan and how their love grew. I also am happy to see Damien and Malania move to a better place. Her story provided a different but good light on her very interesting. I look forward to reading more by Ms Taylor.😊
I really enjoyed reading this series and being able to get a glimpse into how things were going for Dominic, Haze, Imauni, and Jordan and how their love grew. I also am happy to see Damien and Malania move to a better place. Her story provided a different but good light on her very interesting. I look forward to reading more by Ms Taylor.😊
July 14, 2018
EVERYTHING
I really enjoyed Melania & Darien's story, and how he finally accepted the fact that he really did love her and stood up to Tonya. To pursue her like he did and didn't given up on the love he had for her. I must say this is a series you start and want to keep going to the end. Very good Ms. Taylor keep the books coming.
I really enjoyed Melania & Darien's story, and how he finally accepted the fact that he really did love her and stood up to Tonya. To pursue her like he did and didn't given up on the love he had for her. I must say this is a series you start and want to keep going to the end. Very good Ms. Taylor keep the books coming.
July 20, 2018
I Love These Series!!!!
This series is 5 plus stars! I was hooked from beginning to end. I'm so happy their mother apologized. She was very vindictive. They have their own lives. She needed to let them live. The love out done the negative vibes and they all came out on top!!! Great read!!
This series is 5 plus stars! I was hooked from beginning to end. I'm so happy their mother apologized. She was very vindictive. They have their own lives. She needed to let them live. The love out done the negative vibes and they all came out on top!!! Great read!!
June 26, 2018
❤️
You better come through A.C 👏🏽 Darien & Mel were finally able to get it together 😍! And Tonya still would have caught these hands; matter fact Mel’s dad would have caught them too!
You better come through A.C 👏🏽 Darien & Mel were finally able to get it together 😍! And Tonya still would have caught these hands; matter fact Mel’s dad would have caught them too!
June 27, 2018
I loved Melaina and Dariens' story. They both had their own faults. But Darien's persistence and love for Melaina was shown through out the book. Forgiveness takes time but in Melaina's case it was worth it. Great job as always.
June 28, 2018
Sooo good!
I REALLY enjoyed Darrien and Melaina! Having watched their relationship throughout the previous 2 books in this series, I wasn’t sure how the author would spin their story, but she did a GREAT job. I loved everything about this one!
I REALLY enjoyed Darrien and Melaina! Having watched their relationship throughout the previous 2 books in this series, I wasn’t sure how the author would spin their story, but she did a GREAT job. I loved everything about this one!
August 8, 2018
Happy Ending
Wow what a series of events. From one extreme to the next, this book took you there. The things people will do to keep a couple apart. Great story and at the end love truly does win.
Wow what a series of events. From one extreme to the next, this book took you there. The things people will do to keep a couple apart. Great story and at the end love truly does win.
January 24, 2020
D-R-A-M-A
This was extremely drama filled, but in a good way. I didn't think I could really see Mel as someone I would be rooting for after the first book. People make life altering mistakes sometimes but it's all about how you recover from those mistakes.
This was extremely drama filled, but in a good way. I didn't think I could really see Mel as someone I would be rooting for after the first book. People make life altering mistakes sometimes but it's all about how you recover from those mistakes.
August 12, 2022
Too much drama
There was a lot of drama in this book! Why would Melaina place the blame on Darien for her father's affair? Darien 's mother was a piece of work! What took him that long th o shut her down? If we a lot going on in this book!
There was a lot of drama in this book! Why would Melaina place the blame on Darien for her father's affair? Darien 's mother was a piece of work! What took him that long th o shut her down? If we a lot going on in this book!
June 27, 2018
Awww
I loved this from beginning to end. I stayed up reading when I should’ve been sleeping. AC never disappoints me
I loved this from beginning to end. I stayed up reading when I should’ve been sleeping. AC never disappoints me
June 27, 2018
Yasssssss
This was so well worth the wait. I loveddddddd it. Darien yassssss he had me worried for a minute. I’m glad everything worked out in the end. Awesome read.
This was so well worth the wait. I loveddddddd it. Darien yassssss he had me worried for a minute. I’m glad everything worked out in the end. Awesome read.
June 29, 2018
Worth The Wait
Darien's and Melanie's story was so worth the wait. These two have truly been through the fire. I also enjoyed all the other surprises too.
Darien's and Melanie's story was so worth the wait. These two have truly been through the fire. I also enjoyed all the other surprises too.
July 6, 2018
A little predictable, ok read.
July 10, 2018
Love
I’m a sucker for a good love story and this one was great. All 3 in the series have been great and I love that you give us a peek at what the other couples are up to.
I’m a sucker for a good love story and this one was great. All 3 in the series have been great and I love that you give us a peek at what the other couples are up to.
August 16, 2018
Good read
This was a pretty good read I enjoyed it there were times where I was pissed with Melania but in the end it all worked out for her happy ever after
This was a pretty good read I enjoyed it there were times where I was pissed with Melania but in the end it all worked out for her happy ever after
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