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The Passion we Share
He had everything he needed and could get his hands on anything he ever wanted.Still, I wanted to save him.Why?…because bad boys need love, too. The forbearing, unrelenting, limitless kind.
178 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 17, 2019
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ShanicexLola
45 books138 followersShanicexLola hails from the quaint town of Lake Helen, Florida. What began as childhood journaling and poetry soon blossomed into a passion for crafting contemporary romance that honors Black love. Beyond romance, she expands her pen into heartfelt books and compelling scripts, showcasing a creativity that refuses to be confined.
A proud alumna of Full Sail University, Shanice holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Creative Writing for Entertainment and a Master of Arts in Public Relations. Beyond her literary world, she has built an award-winning career in Internal Communications, where storytelling and strategy meet.
In her downtime, she enjoys caffeine fixes, getting lost in her favorite shows, taking peaceful strolls along Daytona Beach, and blogging on SheIsTreasure, where she and her peers share deep reflections on women’s empowerment.
A proud alumna of Full Sail University, Shanice holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Creative Writing for Entertainment and a Master of Arts in Public Relations. Beyond her literary world, she has built an award-winning career in Internal Communications, where storytelling and strategy meet.
In her downtime, she enjoys caffeine fixes, getting lost in her favorite shows, taking peaceful strolls along Daytona Beach, and blogging on SheIsTreasure, where she and her peers share deep reflections on women’s empowerment.
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June 15, 2025
2.75✨
Disappointed in how this story played out. It’s missing ALOT. Because how did we go from “kidnapping” but giving a stranger a ride to sharing passion with no real plot in between. They connected over Estranged parental relationships. Her boss is his dad. He loses his brother/best friend. He wants to retaliate but the girl doesn’t let him which in turn saves his life. He sets up a nice dinner for her. She questions their title. Then she catches up with the friend over dinner whom we seem to have forgotten exists. With some sex scattered through. (Does this review seem scattered brain?!? Yea that’s kinda how I felt reading this)
Disappointed in how this story played out. It’s missing ALOT. Because how did we go from “kidnapping” but giving a stranger a ride to sharing passion with no real plot in between. They connected over Estranged parental relationships. Her boss is his dad. He loses his brother/best friend. He wants to retaliate but the girl doesn’t let him which in turn saves his life. He sets up a nice dinner for her. She questions their title. Then she catches up with the friend over dinner whom we seem to have forgotten exists. With some sex scattered through. (Does this review seem scattered brain?!? Yea that’s kinda how I felt reading this)
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April 20, 2019
Passionate nights and mornings
Loved this. Who would have thought a back seat stranger would turn into so much more? The intricacies and small degrees of separation add to the intrigue of Hazel and Rakim. Please 1-click and experience the "passion" they share!
Loved this. Who would have thought a back seat stranger would turn into so much more? The intricacies and small degrees of separation add to the intrigue of Hazel and Rakim. Please 1-click and experience the "passion" they share!
April 26, 2019
Sizzling
Bad boys need love too... I enjoyed Hazel and RJ’s journey to happy ever after relationship! I was wanting more and definitely was ready for this story to end! These two was definitely burning the pages up!
Bad boys need love too... I enjoyed Hazel and RJ’s journey to happy ever after relationship! I was wanting more and definitely was ready for this story to end! These two was definitely burning the pages up!
April 30, 2019
I Want More!!!❤❤😭😭
I was hooked from the very beginning and i couldn't stop reading. Rakim is Bae. The bad boy with a Broken Heart and desire to be loved. I Loved It but I Need More!!!!!
I was hooked from the very beginning and i couldn't stop reading. Rakim is Bae. The bad boy with a Broken Heart and desire to be loved. I Loved It but I Need More!!!!!
May 10, 2019
The Passion They Shared.
Sometimes the most beautiful things emerge from the most unexpected situations. Hazel and Rakim met under unusual circumstances but that one chance encounter led to something amazing. The passion they shared was electrifying, it was strong enough to heal them, for them to forgive others, to build a bond, love and trust between them two because “thugs need love too.” It was a cute unconventional love story that has me low key wanting my “one” to appear in the back seat of my car. Lol. Good read.
Sometimes the most beautiful things emerge from the most unexpected situations. Hazel and Rakim met under unusual circumstances but that one chance encounter led to something amazing. The passion they shared was electrifying, it was strong enough to heal them, for them to forgive others, to build a bond, love and trust between them two because “thugs need love too.” It was a cute unconventional love story that has me low key wanting my “one” to appear in the back seat of my car. Lol. Good read.
May 2, 2019
Really good
Sorry was amazing
Characters was everything
I loved everything about it
I literally can read it over and over again
Sorry was amazing
Characters was everything
I loved everything about it
I literally can read it over and over again
May 4, 2019
Rakim... RJ... Daniel...
My, my, my. I was in a trance the whole time I read. When Rakim stepped on the scene... babyyyy yes. The message on those flowers though... I must have read it a few times. 😂 This story was so well-written, but of course, I didn’t expect anything less. 😘😘
My, my, my. I was in a trance the whole time I read. When Rakim stepped on the scene... babyyyy yes. The message on those flowers though... I must have read it a few times. 😂 This story was so well-written, but of course, I didn’t expect anything less. 😘😘
April 27, 2025
3.5⭐️ and 2🌶️
I’m actually all the way here for the beginning of the book. Wow! What a great way to introduce the characters. It caught my attention and like Hazel, I was interested and I wanted MORE.
I do wish we had his POV throughout the story. We got to know Hazel but I’m not sure that I am balanced in what I know about him. A scene or more with his best friend would have made him feel more real and a little more personable too. I just wanted a little more background on him.
Their love was new and sweet to witness.
I’m actually all the way here for the beginning of the book. Wow! What a great way to introduce the characters. It caught my attention and like Hazel, I was interested and I wanted MORE.
I do wish we had his POV throughout the story. We got to know Hazel but I’m not sure that I am balanced in what I know about him. A scene or more with his best friend would have made him feel more real and a little more personable too. I just wanted a little more background on him.
Their love was new and sweet to witness.
April 19, 2019
Enjoyable Read
The Passion We Share is filled with tons of passion! The kind If passion that makes you giddy about blossoming love. I believe we’ve all been there a time or two partaking in late night phone calls, middle of the night visits...and infamous food runs. Shanice took the reader on a journey to reminisce about our great loves and/or to remind us that love could be around the corner...or in your backseat. A beautifully written story. Kudos to Shanice!
The Passion We Share is filled with tons of passion! The kind If passion that makes you giddy about blossoming love. I believe we’ve all been there a time or two partaking in late night phone calls, middle of the night visits...and infamous food runs. Shanice took the reader on a journey to reminisce about our great loves and/or to remind us that love could be around the corner...or in your backseat. A beautifully written story. Kudos to Shanice!
April 20, 2019
Rakim!
Girl! That was 🔥. Who would have thought a tense moment, and random meeting of two people would turn into this! I loved the chemistry these two shared, and how Hazel accepted him just as he was. Even with the flaws, and baggage he carried she was his rider. He also knew there was something special about her, that kept drawing him back to her. Loved it, and hope there is more to their story in the future. 👍
Girl! That was 🔥. Who would have thought a tense moment, and random meeting of two people would turn into this! I loved the chemistry these two shared, and how Hazel accepted him just as he was. Even with the flaws, and baggage he carried she was his rider. He also knew there was something special about her, that kept drawing him back to her. Loved it, and hope there is more to their story in the future. 👍
April 24, 2019
Good Book
The passion between Hazel and Rakim is so good. The way they met was a little bit scary. I am glad they were able to meet again and was able to spend time with each other. I was surprised that Hazel boss was his father. Hopefully we get a story about Moni and Maurice. If not Maurice maybe a man who can maker her forget all about him.
The passion between Hazel and Rakim is so good. The way they met was a little bit scary. I am glad they were able to meet again and was able to spend time with each other. I was surprised that Hazel boss was his father. Hopefully we get a story about Moni and Maurice. If not Maurice maybe a man who can maker her forget all about him.
April 29, 2019
Chance encounters that lead to love. Wow. It was beyond crazy how Hazel and RJ met, then to further the crazy with his connection to her boss. (Don't won't to give it all away). Sometimes when you meet someone you just know without knowing them you know they're the one. Their souls spoke and then their hearts listened. Great read!
April 24, 2019
Need More !!!
Hazel and Rakim seemed to have an instant attraction and see saw him besides the bad boy persona. They I definitely want to know more about them and see if the relationship goes further . This was a really good read !
Hazel and Rakim seemed to have an instant attraction and see saw him besides the bad boy persona. They I definitely want to know more about them and see if the relationship goes further . This was a really good read !
April 26, 2019
Such a love story
I kove Rj, Daniel, Rakim & Hazel story. Even though it started very different and crazy. It was powerful and meant to evolve, .Shanicexlola alwats makes me think outside of the box.
I kove Rj, Daniel, Rakim & Hazel story. Even though it started very different and crazy. It was powerful and meant to evolve, .Shanicexlola alwats makes me think outside of the box.
April 28, 2019
A different kind of love story
I enjoyed reading this story of what at first glance seems to be a crime but turns into desire between Hazel and Rakim. It captivated me and kept my interest.
I enjoyed reading this story of what at first glance seems to be a crime but turns into desire between Hazel and Rakim. It captivated me and kept my interest.
April 18, 2019
A feel good story!
Hazel & Rakim’s story was so sweet and full of love! I read it within a couple of hours and was left wanting more! Great job!
Hazel & Rakim’s story was so sweet and full of love! I read it within a couple of hours and was left wanting more! Great job!
April 19, 2019
Passionate
Maybe I need to get me a good, bad boy. Lol. I loved this. This story had me yearning for more! I can't wait until your next release. You always keep me on my toes!
Maybe I need to get me a good, bad boy. Lol. I loved this. This story had me yearning for more! I can't wait until your next release. You always keep me on my toes!
April 20, 2019
Review !!
Awww I loved this . Rakim was everything that she needed after all bad boys need love to. I'm glad that she made up with her mom and forgave her for not being in her life.
Awww I loved this . Rakim was everything that she needed after all bad boys need love to. I'm glad that she made up with her mom and forgave her for not being in her life.
April 24, 2019
Cute
Love a cute story. It could have been longer; but it was really good. Shanice never lets me down. I can’t wait until my next read.
Love a cute story. It could have been longer; but it was really good. Shanice never lets me down. I can’t wait until my next read.
April 24, 2019
Super good!
Loved this book from front to back. Their introduction was so clever. I think I’ll have to go read everything else by Shanice. Lol.
Loved this book from front to back. Their introduction was so clever. I think I’ll have to go read everything else by Shanice. Lol.
April 26, 2019
Good book
April 27, 2019
This book was sooo good! Well written, well developed. I grew to love Hazel. The storyline is everything! Amazing job! A must read!
May 2, 2019
CUTE
It had major potential to be so much more. It read like a great storyline without much thought after. Not enough of anything.
It had major potential to be so much more. It read like a great storyline without much thought after. Not enough of anything.
June 4, 2019
I DONT CARE!!! this was the business! Ok Ok, this book was outside of the box. I didn't even imagine that it was going to go down like this. I know I was not the only one, who was like ummmm. This book was so good from the beginning to the end. It was HOOD meets GOODIE. then fall in love.
This have to be another part! I swear I was brought to the edge and almost fell off the cliff. Ms Shanice you did that!!
This have to be another part! I swear I was brought to the edge and almost fell off the cliff. Ms Shanice you did that!!
May 13, 2019
Loved It!!!
Hazel is a champion. Women need to open to something different because something different can make your light glow. That's what Rakim did for Hazel. I liked it most because every man is not out to hurt you. I love when things come together. A great story the real was certainly there.
Hazel is a champion. Women need to open to something different because something different can make your light glow. That's what Rakim did for Hazel. I liked it most because every man is not out to hurt you. I love when things come together. A great story the real was certainly there.
June 4, 2019
Everything happens for a reason
Hazel and Rakim meet up in an unusual way and so begins this unusual relationship. They both have something in common they were abandoned by their mothers . I think would Hazel and Rakim things happen for a reason people come into your life sometime just when you need them.
Hazel and Rakim meet up in an unusual way and so begins this unusual relationship. They both have something in common they were abandoned by their mothers . I think would Hazel and Rakim things happen for a reason people come into your life sometime just when you need them.
May 23, 2019
The Passion
It's sweet that a relationship started from Rakim lowkey carjacking Hazel for a ride after he damaged his dad's, which is her boss, car. A surprising situation turned into a magnetic romance.
It's sweet that a relationship started from Rakim lowkey carjacking Hazel for a ride after he damaged his dad's, which is her boss, car. A surprising situation turned into a magnetic romance.
May 27, 2019
Soo Good.
I really loved this book. The raw passion and unspoken love between Hazel and RJ was soo clear and desired. I wanted more of the nasty things he promised he could do;) Rj left me wanting more of his sexy domineering ass lol. I love a bad boy. Thanks for sharing
I really loved this book. The raw passion and unspoken love between Hazel and RJ was soo clear and desired. I wanted more of the nasty things he promised he could do;) Rj left me wanting more of his sexy domineering ass lol. I love a bad boy. Thanks for sharing
June 2, 2019
Touchy bit good
I like the purity displayed in the love of this couple. Culturally different but a true depiction that love is a universal language.
I like the purity displayed in the love of this couple. Culturally different but a true depiction that love is a universal language.
October 8, 2019
Loved this one!!
Oh gosh, I love Rakim and Hazel!! This was such a cute love story that I couldn’t put down, seriously! The whole set-up for the two main characters was genius. I didn’t know what to expect but I knew that I liked Rakim lol. I love how vulnerable the characters were. Rakim breaking down and showing emotions in front of Hazel and Moni having her moments—it brought life to the characters. This painted a picture of how unexpected love can be and even though Rakim nor Hazel ever said the word, “love” it was very obvious. Sooo good!
Oh gosh, I love Rakim and Hazel!! This was such a cute love story that I couldn’t put down, seriously! The whole set-up for the two main characters was genius. I didn’t know what to expect but I knew that I liked Rakim lol. I love how vulnerable the characters were. Rakim breaking down and showing emotions in front of Hazel and Moni having her moments—it brought life to the characters. This painted a picture of how unexpected love can be and even though Rakim nor Hazel ever said the word, “love” it was very obvious. Sooo good!
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