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What happens when the man you can't live without is your husband's brother?

On the eve of their tenth wedding anniversary, Kameron and Aaron Youngblood plan to renew their vows. They seem to have the perfect life and are the very definition of “couple goals.” Yet Kameron feels uneasy about her relationship but can't figure out what's missing. Until Bakari, Aaron's hot younger brother, arrives in town for a job interview, bold in his attraction toward his sister-in-law.

Kameron finds herself hopelessly drawn to him again like she was all those years ago when they first met. Now that he’s back, Bakari is determined to get Kameron to risk it all for him—even if it means losing his brother forever...

196 pages, Kindle Edition

Published April 19, 2019

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Tiye Love

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I want my readers to escape their realities and embark on a journey of self-exploration and love when they delve into my books. I have loved reading fiction, thrillers, and romance for years. Although my original (and still) writing interest was YA and self-help books, I received a surprise text one Valentine's Day, and wrote the very first chapter of a romance novel that day. And I became forever inspired to write contemporary and new adult romance - with a twist.

Please take a ride with me, Tiye Love and hold on to your hearts! I invite you to check out my website and join my newsletter at www.tiyelovebooks.com, and follow me on FB @Tiye Love Books, and/or on my IG @tiye28always...

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1,067 reviews301 followers
October 8, 2022
WOW

This is just a messy situation…Ordinarily, I wouldn’t read a story like this. But, there’s something definitely intriguing and I really want to know how this story will play out….cheating with your brother-in-law…that’s just a plain and simple mess.
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613 reviews21 followers
June 24, 2025
I don’t typically gravitate towards high drama books but Bakari had me convinced that sleeping with your brother in law was a perfectly reasonable option. This series is good!
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35 reviews1 follower
May 8, 2019
Forbidden by Tiye Love
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
BRAB REVIEWER
Let me start by saying, Tiye Love did not come to play! Forbidden was not formulaic or cookie cutter in any sense. Don’t get me wrong, one of the things that I love most about conventional Romance novels is the formula. You know? For the most part, I pretty much know what to expect when I pick one up and I like that. But, this book was not that. From the first chapter, Tiye Love brought it! I mean, what’s going on here is taboo, but I couldn’t help but be intrigued and found myself routing for Bakari and Kameron. Now before I spoil it, I’ll end by saying that I highly recommend this book and I’m looking forward to reading the rest of the trilogy.

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Forbidden by Tiye Love
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
BRAB REVIEWER
Let me start by saying, Tiye Love did not come to play! Forbidden was not formulaic or cookie cutter in any sense. Don’t get me wrong, one of the things that I love most about conventional Romance novels is the formula. You know? For the most part, I pretty much know what to expect when I pick one up and I like that. But, this book was not that. From the first chapter, Tiye Love brought it! I mean, what’s going on here is taboo, but I couldn’t help but be intrigued and found myself rooting for Bakari and Kameron. Now before I spoil it, I’ll end by saying that I highly recommend this book and I’m looking forward to reading the rest of the trilogy.
886 reviews8 followers
May 20, 2019
Surprisingly good!

When this series was recommended to me by KU, I was a bit hesitant to check it out. Since I'd never heard of the author, it didnt have many reviews, and the subject matter was just what the title spoke of...forbidden! I normally steer clear of stories tackling these types of sutuations. However, once I started reading, I couldn't put it down. And the taboo storyline didn't turn me off, as I suspected it would. The author handled it surprisingly well so far, but I'll admit a few things frustrated me. I'll leave out spoilers, but I can't wait to start part 2!
322 reviews4 followers
November 13, 2019
Rating 3.5🌟

This is my first read by this author as I really couldn't figure out what to read next. I just happened to pick it up on a whim. I must say, from jump it kept my attention. I felt there was some good drama given this type of plot was centered on the trope of forbidden love. There was build with heightened anticipation as Kameron and Bakari navigated there attraction for one another though Kameron is undoubtedly off limits.

The time lapse at the beginning of the plot set the scene and the author surely does well with such a vast time lapse of years.

*slight spoiler below, but needed to explain*



However, it wasn't plausible that the hero and heroine could claim being deeply in love given the fact they only interacted TWICE in a 10 year span. Now, I get the fiery passion as the attraction was back being in each other's presence. But the 'fast love' talk was NOT plausible given the storyline.

Additionally, the book is a bit short and the end was some what weird to me. It wasn't a cliffhanger, just a break that wasn't climatic at all. I'm not sure how this could have ended, but it basically ended on a lull considering it's a 3 book series.
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128 reviews1 follower
April 29, 2019
So Wrong But So Good

OMG how can you root for someone to have a very passionate Affair??? I love Kari & Kams' chemistry it's so hard who you find yourself passionately craving. But to be torn between Brothers is a Very Dangerous territory. And the twist and turns of their emotional torment is driving me crazy that I cant wait to see who I should be rooting for next!!!
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1,733 reviews44 followers
April 20, 2019
Fantastic book

I enjoyed reading this book so much! I couldn't put my kindle down! I enjoyed the storyline and the chemistry between Kameron and Bakari! I can't wait for the next two books in this series! Fantastic book!
105 reviews
April 30, 2019
Great read

I loved this book from start to finish. Tiye know how to keeps a reader intrigued and throws you off when you think you know what will happen next. It can’t wait for the next installment!
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Author 22 books68 followers
October 16, 2021
Hot 🔥 🥵 🥞

How can you not fall in love with Bakari? How can you not empathize with Kameron's plight? And then there's Aaron. This book has all the angst, sexuness, thrills, and suspense. It is un-put-downable! Great job, Ms. Love!
Profile Image for Myisha Braddock.
108 reviews
July 23, 2019
Amazing!!!!

What can I say, this story was amazing. Great storytelling, great scenes, scenes that felt all to real. This book was great!!!

Kameron thought she met and married the man of her dreams, until his sexy as sin little brother entered the the picture and showed her exactly what she had been missing. And what was that you say? Passion, being her true self and being heard. Bakari (what a name:)), elicits feelings in Kameron that her husband, the man that she chased and loved and married doesn’t.

This story was so amazing because literally every scene portrayed was very real IMO. Your sister is Arguing with you Telling you to stay in a marriage where you feel invincible, we have your best friend tell me to figure out what you want to do and the best course of action regarding Bakari, And you had your heart tell me that even though you love your husband his little brat is the movie one and one weekend with him to clear the cobwebs and the confusion. Unfortunately for camp it only made her heart ache worse and the heart wants what the heart wants and unfortunately for Aaron it’s not him. Bacari in everything that Cameron could walk, he is sexy, smart, he reads her like no other person, he can see the roofer and tell her exactly what she is thinking, he sexes her crazy and drives her crazy at the same time. What does that equal? Passion, excitement, and love and Cameron loves Bakari but she doesn’t want to lose her step family, hurt Aaron or alienate Bakari from his family. Great story amazing storytelling, loved it!!!
2 reviews
March 31, 2025
And the award for worst brother goes to…

Bakari is a low down dirty dog for what he did and he’s lowkey delusional. Thinking that you can run off with your brother’s wife and everyone be ok with it? He literally told Kameron that once his family sees how much they love each other they’ll come around and forgive them, as if that justify their actions. Bakari hates Aaron and nobody can convince me otherwise. To go into your brother’s home and pursue his wife, there’s no way Aaron mattered to him. He undermined the f*ck out of Aaron to Kameron also. Close or not, you don’t do no dirty mess like that to your brother. And if Aaron is living foul, it STILL doesn’t give Bakari the right to do what he did. That don’t got nothing to do with you!

I gave this 4 stars because Bakari was a lil too aggressive and borderline desperate to be with Kameron. He had no regard for Aaron or how his actions would impact his family. To be that casual and comfortable and not have an ounce of remorse or guilt, bothered me. I understand Bakari and Kameron are in love, but there were better ways they could have went about things, especially Bakari.
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768 reviews7 followers
November 26, 2022
Mixed emotions

Book two has left me with mixed emotions Bakari And Kam both worked my nerves. This situation was extremely challenging because as a Divorcee, I’m not a fan of adultery.
I guess I felt they should have dealt with the consequences She should have divorced Arron and Bakari definitely should not marry Lelia I Know that sounds awful but the game they were playing was much worse.
I was hoping to her Bakari point of view but then I guess he said all he needed to say. In book 1 the prequel. If nothing else he’s relentless in his pursuit of Kam.

I can’t help but feel that there is something going on with Arron that hasn’t come to light. I have a strange feeling he’s been having a well hidden affair himself 🤔. I’ll keep reading because I need see how all this foolishness is going to play out
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2,170 reviews10 followers
November 18, 2023
Self Control

WHAT⁉️ Everything that’s good to you ain’t good for you! …This pursuit of forbidden fruit is absolute BS! “Forbidden: A Love Triangle (Forbidden Trilogy - Book 2)” was a mediocre read. How/why would you want to jeopardize a decade of marriage for the curiosity of the unattainable? Really? Kameron you share culpability in the demise of your ten year marriage to Aaron! Why renew wedding vows, if you’re that unhappy? …Both Kameron & Bakari need to practice self control and boundaries. …Again, why even consider and or pursue the possibilities of the unknown rather than confront, communicate, appreciate and strengthen what you already have with your husband? Nothing can become of this betrayal & violation 🤨🤦🏾‍♀️‼️Anything else will create indefinite division within the family!
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582 reviews6 followers
July 14, 2019
Appropriate title Forbidden

My first ever Tiye Love book. I was reluctant to read because of the infidelity aspect. More specifically a brother betraying his brother by being with the brother's wife. Yet, not all things are as black and white as it seems. Cameron is the Girl who on the surface seems to have it all. But losing yourself in hopes of not losing a mate is a task that is hard to keep up. Aaron from what us detailed seems to have his shit together, yet the one character flaw is his attentiveness or lack thereof. Many say any good relationship cannot last with solid communication. Well with temptation added to it, in the form of Bakari the brother in law, then rest assured a receipt for destruction is to happen.
1,215 reviews3 followers
September 16, 2019
Kam so annoying comparing every mundane thing Bakari and her has in common. He put the same ingredients in his oatmeal. He likes greek food like me.

Damn bakari is relentless. I think it’s wrong that Trisha is encouraging kam to cheat. But Kandy is too team Aaron. I wouldn’t be surprised if she’s slept with him and one of her kids is his

I love the relationship Kam has with mrs c.

Ok Bakari broke her down. He’s bold af. I’m torn. I know it’s wrong for me to root them on but Aaron is being selfish and self centered as usually. It’s partly Kim’s fault but since part of me feels he’s been on bs I’m a bag of mixed feelings.

Kam is being selfish. She doesn’t want to leave Aaron yet don’t want Bakari with anyone.
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1,416 reviews13 followers
March 7, 2022
I Didn’t Know it’s not a standalone

I kept trying to figure out how the author was going to do the ending as I neared the end of the book. I love the author but it’s no way this can end well for anyone. Someone is going to get hurt. I hope that the author is not about to make Aaron out to be the villain just so that Kammie and Bakari can be together. No matter what type of husband he ends up being she should have spoke up before she married him. She knew that she was fiercely attracted to Bakari from day one, yet she decided to settle for Aaron. Now that she doesn’t want to settle anymore it’s open season. Not cool, not cool at all. So as curious as I am, I think this is it for me and this series.
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668 reviews8 followers
March 5, 2020
Imma tell you up front, this ain’t for the faint of heart, BUT...it is for those who looooooooove a good book 🙂.

Kam, Aaron & Bakari are going to SNATCH your ever loving souls 😩😩😊. I stayed nervous the ENTIRE time, the angst & drama is 💯 x 💯, I kid you not, whew!

Ms. Love could, should give a master class on supporting characters, they are truly phenomenal ❤️, I still don’t like Kandy lol.

Treat yourself y’all, because you deserve it 😉.
145 reviews
August 12, 2020
I'm hooked

This is a well written book and I'm captivated. We all know by the blurb that some cheating is possible. But what has me on the hook is wondering what happened in the past to Bakari and Aaron's relationship as brothers that one brother might compromise their relationship? Can't wait to read book 2
605 reviews
October 6, 2022
Still trying to process

This is a lot. I’m married and couldn’t see being attracted to my brother in law. They are both wrong on so many levels. She has a great sister to keep it real. I was just nervous the whole time reading because they are pure scandalous 🫤

Disrespectful is an understatement. I consider a book great when I’m so mad at the characters. 😍
28 reviews
June 2, 2021
Forbidden never felt so good

I gave this book a 5 star rating because it was simply a great read. This is my first time reading a book by this author and I wasn't disappointed in the least. I was sitting on the edge of my seat in anticipation what how the story unfolded.
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187 reviews4 followers
June 4, 2021
Just...WOW!

This is my first time reading anything by this author and wow! She did not disappoint! My friend suggested this trilogy to you and I'm glad she did. Book 1 was GOOD, a definite page turner. On to book 2!
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1,786 reviews26 followers
July 4, 2021
Enjoyed!

This is my first book by this author. I enjoyed the storyline but I believe Aaron is up to no good with all this traveling and not wanting a kid. I don't want to tell the storyline but I would recommend.
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326 reviews27 followers
September 10, 2022
Hands covering my eyes!!!

I never thought I would ENJOY a adulterous love affair story but I did! And now I’m can’t wait to read book two. I have my assumption about some things but can’t wait to see what will happen between these three!!!
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828 reviews7 followers
May 1, 2023
This story kept me on the edge of my sit!

Kameron doesn't know what she wants! She lets her husband make all their important decisions. I didn't like the dysfunction with her and her sister. Gotta go read book 2.
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1,320 reviews28 followers
April 3, 2022
Bhakari is in love with his sister-in-law, but she is slowly falling out of love with her husband...
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519 reviews37 followers
November 5, 2023
3.5 STARS

I really enjoyed this. I feel like I would've been obsessed had there been more interactions or flashbacks between certain people. The romance/love triangle would of been epic.
1,175 reviews4 followers
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July 2, 2025
LONG STORY SHORT, IT WASN'T FOR ME.
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1,184 reviews3 followers
July 22, 2025
Oooh spicy and fun! Good story, good amount of spice, fun characters. I can't wait for the next one.
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277 reviews1 follower
January 3, 2026
Entertaining, but the main character got on my nerves some.
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