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Forty-Something Kinda Love - novella
Learning to love again after the loss of a spouse is hard.
Zabrina is a 45-year-old widow and single mother of three, who finds herself struggling with letting go of the loyalty that she has for her deceased husband in order to allow herself to be open to love again.
Kelvin is a 46-year-old widower and single father of two. When he lost his wife to cancer, he struggled with the idea of ever being with another woman. He loved his wife with everything in him and found it hard to not think of her every day. He had given up on moving on, that is until he met Zabrina. Who knew one encounter with her would change his life forever?
Zabrina isn’t an easy nut to crack and Kelvin finds himself pulling out all the stops to try to get close to her. Will his persistence be enough to win her over or push her away?
Zabrina is a 45-year-old widow and single mother of three, who finds herself struggling with letting go of the loyalty that she has for her deceased husband in order to allow herself to be open to love again.
Kelvin is a 46-year-old widower and single father of two. When he lost his wife to cancer, he struggled with the idea of ever being with another woman. He loved his wife with everything in him and found it hard to not think of her every day. He had given up on moving on, that is until he met Zabrina. Who knew one encounter with her would change his life forever?
Zabrina isn’t an easy nut to crack and Kelvin finds himself pulling out all the stops to try to get close to her. Will his persistence be enough to win her over or push her away?
146 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 27, 2019
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April 25, 2021
The Struggles of Dating after Losing a Spouse
I enjoyed reading about the dating struggles of people over 40 In this cute with a pinch of spice novella. I loved how Campbell gives us every emotion a child would have when their living parent starts dating so soon after the death of another. The hand written letters was a great touch and a great way to get to know each other in this world of technology. I would have enjoyed the ending without ...no spoilers. Pick this one up. You will enjoy Zabrina and Kevin's story along with a little matchmaking.
I enjoyed reading about the dating struggles of people over 40 In this cute with a pinch of spice novella. I loved how Campbell gives us every emotion a child would have when their living parent starts dating so soon after the death of another. The hand written letters was a great touch and a great way to get to know each other in this world of technology. I would have enjoyed the ending without ...no spoilers. Pick this one up. You will enjoy Zabrina and Kevin's story along with a little matchmaking.
February 27, 2019
Forty-Something
You can find love ... after forty and even after loss! This book details that from the drama to the characters.
You can find love ... after forty and even after loss! This book details that from the drama to the characters.
March 10, 2019
A Good Read
This book is very realistic and emotional. The plot was easy to follow and you could feel the raw emotions if the characters. Being an over 40 divorced woman I could related to the fear of moving in and trusting again. This book was able to give me some hope.
This book is very realistic and emotional. The plot was easy to follow and you could feel the raw emotions if the characters. Being an over 40 divorced woman I could related to the fear of moving in and trusting again. This book was able to give me some hope.
April 23, 2019
Forty and Fabulous
The coup!e was an early 40s couple finding love again after losing their loved ones. Their young adult children helped to make it happen. Kinda nice.
The coup!e was an early 40s couple finding love again after losing their loved ones. Their young adult children helped to make it happen. Kinda nice.
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April 4, 2021Forty Something Kinda Love
Wow, what a turn of events. I loved this story and how the writer was able to show that you can still have love even after the death of a spouse.
Wow, what a turn of events. I loved this story and how the writer was able to show that you can still have love even after the death of a spouse.
March 12, 2021
Adult and desirable 🔥
Well done! Enjoyed the theme of mature adult love. The theme of love after losing a mate was sufficiently powerful. This author has become one of my favorites and i enjoy the storytelling and creativity. The grammar and writing was excellent. I read the book quickly with ease. Continue writing and I will continue reading.
Well done! Enjoyed the theme of mature adult love. The theme of love after losing a mate was sufficiently powerful. This author has become one of my favorites and i enjoy the storytelling and creativity. The grammar and writing was excellent. I read the book quickly with ease. Continue writing and I will continue reading.
May 18, 2020
Great novella
I'm really liking this author. Her books are well written, straightforward, yet thought provoking. I couldn't help but get caught up in this quick romance, especially since it dealt with grown folks seeking love after loss. Kelvin's actions disappointed me at one point, even though I understood his reasoning. That ending was just what I had hoped for, though - love after forty.
I'm really liking this author. Her books are well written, straightforward, yet thought provoking. I couldn't help but get caught up in this quick romance, especially since it dealt with grown folks seeking love after loss. Kelvin's actions disappointed me at one point, even though I understood his reasoning. That ending was just what I had hoped for, though - love after forty.
May 5, 2020
40 plus and grown!
This was an absolute treat! So sweet and straight to the point! Grown folks bizness not messing around!
I did want more at the end, to know how they blended their families etc. overall great read! First time reading this author writing 👍🏾
This was an absolute treat! So sweet and straight to the point! Grown folks bizness not messing around!
I did want more at the end, to know how they blended their families etc. overall great read! First time reading this author writing 👍🏾
May 5, 2020
Short and Sweet!
Once you reach a certain age and have actually lived, you know exactly what you want and don't mind moving on when its not right. This is a very tasteful grownup quick read!
Once you reach a certain age and have actually lived, you know exactly what you want and don't mind moving on when its not right. This is a very tasteful grownup quick read!
October 3, 2020
Enjoyable quick read
I liked this story and it was a quick read, I just personally would have wanted something a little more cleaner. The story in itself was really good, but a 4 or 5 star book for me is something that I would recommend or re-read.
I liked this story and it was a quick read, I just personally would have wanted something a little more cleaner. The story in itself was really good, but a 4 or 5 star book for me is something that I would recommend or re-read.
January 17, 2021
Loved this story!
I just happened to stumbled across this book. I'm glad that I did! I loved Kelvin and Zabrina's story. It was great to read a story about grown folks who suffered loss and found love. It was a quick read. Great job!
I just happened to stumbled across this book. I'm glad that I did! I loved Kelvin and Zabrina's story. It was great to read a story about grown folks who suffered loss and found love. It was a quick read. Great job!
January 25, 2021
Yesssssss!
Love is it for me! This story shows how instantaneous love can be when you're not looking for it. I would have been like Zabrina in thinking it weird to date my daughters boyfriend father. But like Kelvin pointed out, he wasn't his biological father.
Love is it for me! This story shows how instantaneous love can be when you're not looking for it. I would have been like Zabrina in thinking it weird to date my daughters boyfriend father. But like Kelvin pointed out, he wasn't his biological father.
July 13, 2020
Quick read
Good story. Would have loved to read more. Continue to write to draw people in. I enjoyed this as well as your books.
Good story. Would have loved to read more. Continue to write to draw people in. I enjoyed this as well as your books.
September 4, 2020
Enjoyed this read
This was a very quick read and the story line kept my attention. You're never too old to find love!
This was a very quick read and the story line kept my attention. You're never too old to find love!
September 30, 2020
Cute story
I enjoyed reading this book. It was nice and sweet. I would recommend this book to my friends and family.
I enjoyed reading this book. It was nice and sweet. I would recommend this book to my friends and family.
November 12, 2020
Very interesting read
The title dress me to it and I read it nonstop. I loved the suspension after the fall out. I will try another of your books for I loved this one very much.
The title dress me to it and I read it nonstop. I loved the suspension after the fall out. I will try another of your books for I loved this one very much.
July 29, 2021
Title: Forty-Something Kinda Love
Author: Khara Campbell
Publisher: Writegal
Reviewed By: Arlena Dean
Rating: Five
Review:
"Forty-Something Kinda Love" by Khara Campbell
My Opinion:
'Forty-Something Kinda Love' was an excellent romantic story featuring Kelvin and Zabrina after they had both health with losing their spouses. The author did a fantastic job of bringing these two together, which was promoted by their children [Brian and Zana], dating each other. It was so sweet reading about Kelvin and Zabrina exchanging letters. Seeing how both of these two people had suffered from their loss and yet, in the end, finding another love. To see how well this author brings it all out, I would recommend you pick up this good read to see how well this story will grab your attention all the way to the end.
Author: Khara Campbell
Publisher: Writegal
Reviewed By: Arlena Dean
Rating: Five
Review:
"Forty-Something Kinda Love" by Khara Campbell
My Opinion:
'Forty-Something Kinda Love' was an excellent romantic story featuring Kelvin and Zabrina after they had both health with losing their spouses. The author did a fantastic job of bringing these two together, which was promoted by their children [Brian and Zana], dating each other. It was so sweet reading about Kelvin and Zabrina exchanging letters. Seeing how both of these two people had suffered from their loss and yet, in the end, finding another love. To see how well this author brings it all out, I would recommend you pick up this good read to see how well this story will grab your attention all the way to the end.
October 19, 2022
okay.
I liked the premise of this with Kelvin and Zabrina, a widower and widow, finding instant attraction when their dating kids introduce them, but worrying whether they’re ready to move on from their beloved late spouses. However, this had a few teething issues with editing, the pacing and flow of the plot which felt really quick, and the awkwardness of the spicy scenes- which felt a little forced. I picked this up because I love seasoned romance and older characters and at its most basic level, this didn’t disappoint.
I liked the premise of this with Kelvin and Zabrina, a widower and widow, finding instant attraction when their dating kids introduce them, but worrying whether they’re ready to move on from their beloved late spouses. However, this had a few teething issues with editing, the pacing and flow of the plot which felt really quick, and the awkwardness of the spicy scenes- which felt a little forced. I picked this up because I love seasoned romance and older characters and at its most basic level, this didn’t disappoint.
July 20, 2021
Great read
Grabbed my attention from the start and held it to the end...mature love is right up my alley lol. Although it was complete, I didn't want it to end...it was so enjoyable. When Kelvin and Zabrina were exchanging letters, I was reminded of pen-pals exchanging letters back in the day...thought that was a great touch of the story. I'm so excited about the book..I feel like I need a moment before starting another book.😊
Grabbed my attention from the start and held it to the end...mature love is right up my alley lol. Although it was complete, I didn't want it to end...it was so enjoyable. When Kelvin and Zabrina were exchanging letters, I was reminded of pen-pals exchanging letters back in the day...thought that was a great touch of the story. I'm so excited about the book..I feel like I need a moment before starting another book.😊
June 14, 2022
Lovely
I am an avid reader. Because I read so much, lately I have gotten very selective in what I read. It is a joy to have found your books. You are one of the few authors I enjoy reading. Look forward to reading more from you. I do enjoy stories about older adults and Christians themes as well.
I am an avid reader. Because I read so much, lately I have gotten very selective in what I read. It is a joy to have found your books. You are one of the few authors I enjoy reading. Look forward to reading more from you. I do enjoy stories about older adults and Christians themes as well.
September 27, 2021
Good read
It was nice to read about older romance. This was my first read by this Author and I am looking forward to reading more. I know it was a Novella so things moved a little faster than what I expected.
It was nice to read about older romance. This was my first read by this Author and I am looking forward to reading more. I know it was a Novella so things moved a little faster than what I expected.
January 6, 2022
Forty Plus
I’m over 40 so reading this book was refreshing. It reminds me of the relationship I’m in now. Two divorcee’s over 50 with a total of young adults. Really exciting and I’m enjoying the ride. Continue to bring more books like this and I’ll be a forever reader…
I’m over 40 so reading this book was refreshing. It reminds me of the relationship I’m in now. Two divorcee’s over 50 with a total of young adults. Really exciting and I’m enjoying the ride. Continue to bring more books like this and I’ll be a forever reader…
April 21, 2022
love
it was a nice easy read,quite relaxing. it shows that as adults just follow your heart and gut because true live
might await you. it wasn't too long nor draw out. kept you on the edge where you felt you were in the story. however I wanted to see them get married...
it was a nice easy read,quite relaxing. it shows that as adults just follow your heart and gut because true live
might await you. it wasn't too long nor draw out. kept you on the edge where you felt you were in the story. however I wanted to see them get married...
August 10, 2022
Grown & Healing
The good thing about the grown & sexy is that they play no games! Kelvin and Zabrina had both lost their spouses and were hesitant to date. Once the connection was established, the healing and new love took over! Loved this novella!
The good thing about the grown & sexy is that they play no games! Kelvin and Zabrina had both lost their spouses and were hesitant to date. Once the connection was established, the healing and new love took over! Loved this novella!
April 21, 2025
Over 50
This story was cute but unrealistic. The relationship moved too quickly and the ending was anticlimactic. The characters appeared desperate. Older people have much more debt.
This story was cute but unrealistic. The relationship moved too quickly and the ending was anticlimactic. The characters appeared desperate. Older people have much more debt.
March 6, 2019
I love the fact that the characters were relatable to everyday people. It gives those who are forty something hope that they can find love.
June 3, 2021
Loved it!
I am a 40 something and know how hard it is to find someone to finish your life with...what sweet story!
I am a 40 something and know how hard it is to find someone to finish your life with...what sweet story!
July 20, 2021
Loved it
I loved this story kelvin and zabrina seem to be perfect for each other from the first time they met and I’m glad they got it together in the end.
I loved this story kelvin and zabrina seem to be perfect for each other from the first time they met and I’m glad they got it together in the end.
July 20, 2021
Short but to the point. When you get a certain age you no longer want to play games. This story shows that there’s life after loss.
January 7, 2022
Smh
I can't get enough of your craft!! This brings me hope for a new love after this process of divorce!
I believe God will send me a Kelvin kinda love!😘
SheMarie
I can't get enough of your craft!! This brings me hope for a new love after this process of divorce!
I believe God will send me a Kelvin kinda love!😘
SheMarie
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