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Fire & Desire #1
Love Me Up
Kassandra Wilson needed an escape from her overwhelming senior year. After months of being buried in her studies, she sought a thrill to brighten up her dull world. A trip with her best friends was the perfect remedy for her boring college girl routine.
Amani Browne had become weary while touring with his brother, rapper, Ogun. Between traveling and producing his brother's album, he was on the verge of burnout. The upcoming trip he had would provide him with much-needed rest and recuperation.
What started as one fun night of lust and pleasure turned into something unexpected. Kassandra wanted nothing more than the one night they shared. Kassandra infatuated Amani from the moment they met and was willing to do whatever it took to please her. Would his affections be enough to persuade her to give them a chance?
Amani Browne had become weary while touring with his brother, rapper, Ogun. Between traveling and producing his brother's album, he was on the verge of burnout. The upcoming trip he had would provide him with much-needed rest and recuperation.
What started as one fun night of lust and pleasure turned into something unexpected. Kassandra wanted nothing more than the one night they shared. Kassandra infatuated Amani from the moment they met and was willing to do whatever it took to please her. Would his affections be enough to persuade her to give them a chance?
102 pages, Kindle Edition
First published December 9, 2019
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February 10, 2023
This was a cute read with lots of steam. Kass and Amani definitely had chemistry, I only wish this was longer and that the ending was a bit less simple. On to the next book now.
May 18, 2021
Y'all know I am not a fan of the twenty something youngsters but, I was a huge fan of Kass and Amani. They were so stinkin' adorable. Their chemistry was felt from the moment Amani ran into the back of Kass at the airport. When you're not looking for love, that's generally when it'll find you and it found Kass and Amani. He was ready to risk it all but, she needed a little bit more convincing. Kass was willing to dabble in a vacay fling but, that was it. Because he was a music producer who traveled around the world with his brother, Kass didn't think she could fit in Amani's lifestyle. He was more than willing to prove to her they could make it work and he would make her a priority. Amani made sure Kass knew he meant business when he pulled up on her last day of class. Love Me Up was a sweet love story. I love that there was absolutely no drama on Kass and Amani's love journey. Just two people who meet, fall in love, and find their HEA. You love to see it.
January 12, 2020
Lust and Love at First Sight.
I am all about new authors and this was one that I will be reading more of. Even though I could tell how it was going to end I really enjoyed how we got there. Kassandra and Amani story was so sweet and genuine I felt the the love between them. Great story, cannot wait to read more.
I am all about new authors and this was one that I will be reading more of. Even though I could tell how it was going to end I really enjoyed how we got there. Kassandra and Amani story was so sweet and genuine I felt the the love between them. Great story, cannot wait to read more.
January 11, 2020
Loved it 🥰
I could’ve read about Kassandra and Amani all night! This was so sweet. Amani was so loving, attentive, affectionate, and supportive. He made her feel wanted and special. I love a man that plan dates and can take a woman out and show her a good time without sex being involved. A man that just wants to be around and spend time is my type of man. Their vibe and chemistry was everything! I just loved the way they chilled while doing everything and nothing. This was an amazing read and I fell in love with the characters and their relationship. I’m all for a book about the other girl friends. Another girls trip soon 👀👀
I could’ve read about Kassandra and Amani all night! This was so sweet. Amani was so loving, attentive, affectionate, and supportive. He made her feel wanted and special. I love a man that plan dates and can take a woman out and show her a good time without sex being involved. A man that just wants to be around and spend time is my type of man. Their vibe and chemistry was everything! I just loved the way they chilled while doing everything and nothing. This was an amazing read and I fell in love with the characters and their relationship. I’m all for a book about the other girl friends. Another girls trip soon 👀👀
December 14, 2019
All the Vibez
Vibes. Energy. Chemistry. Whatever you want to call it, Kassandra and Amani have it! From their first crash meeting, there was a spark, and when they officially met, they just vibed. Clearly, Amani was just what Kass needed to shake off her ex. Amani was so present and engaging. I loved that he was so open with Kass. And I understood Kass trying to protect her feelings, but I'm glad that Amani is a real man who knows when to push for what he wants. I loved the promise of HEA that this story ended on. Another great D. Rose story!
Vibes. Energy. Chemistry. Whatever you want to call it, Kassandra and Amani have it! From their first crash meeting, there was a spark, and when they officially met, they just vibed. Clearly, Amani was just what Kass needed to shake off her ex. Amani was so present and engaging. I loved that he was so open with Kass. And I understood Kass trying to protect her feelings, but I'm glad that Amani is a real man who knows when to push for what he wants. I loved the promise of HEA that this story ended on. Another great D. Rose story!
October 5, 2020
A Love Connection
Love Me Up by D. Rose is about political science student Kassandra Wilson and music producer Amani Browne. Kassandra and her 3 best friends take a girls trip to Miami before finals where she meets Amani. These two are hotter than South Beach, I mean the passion burns from the beach to the studio and everywhere in between. Amani is such a sweetheart, Kassandra has him wide open! I love that he puts himself out there, is consistent and persistent! The quiet intimate moments they have with one another are everything! Amani is swoon worthy 😍😍 The ending is very pleasing to me, D. Rose be writing! I’m excited for the next book in the series!
Love Me Up by D. Rose is about political science student Kassandra Wilson and music producer Amani Browne. Kassandra and her 3 best friends take a girls trip to Miami before finals where she meets Amani. These two are hotter than South Beach, I mean the passion burns from the beach to the studio and everywhere in between. Amani is such a sweetheart, Kassandra has him wide open! I love that he puts himself out there, is consistent and persistent! The quiet intimate moments they have with one another are everything! Amani is swoon worthy 😍😍 The ending is very pleasing to me, D. Rose be writing! I’m excited for the next book in the series!
January 15, 2022
Graduated with a new boo!
Amani and Kassandra's romance literally started with a bump but ended with love. Amani was just the man Kassandra needed. He listened to her dreams, encourage her to take the internship at CNN after graduation, and most importantly he wanted her. She did not know how to accept his love and affection initially because she was not used to a man actually wanting her but she realized he really liked her as a person. They had a genuine connection and similar interests in music. She could sing and he could create beats. They are made for each other so her spring break trip leads to more than a degree afterward, it leads to a new boo.
This was a great read I enjoyed it from beginning to end. I'm looking forward to the next books in this series. I want to see if Ogun and Lynn stay just platonic friends or does it blossom into more.
I would definitely recommend.
Amani and Kassandra's romance literally started with a bump but ended with love. Amani was just the man Kassandra needed. He listened to her dreams, encourage her to take the internship at CNN after graduation, and most importantly he wanted her. She did not know how to accept his love and affection initially because she was not used to a man actually wanting her but she realized he really liked her as a person. They had a genuine connection and similar interests in music. She could sing and he could create beats. They are made for each other so her spring break trip leads to more than a degree afterward, it leads to a new boo.
This was a great read I enjoyed it from beginning to end. I'm looking forward to the next books in this series. I want to see if Ogun and Lynn stay just platonic friends or does it blossom into more.
I would definitely recommend.
June 3, 2020
What happens when you take a vacation with your girls but meet someone you have an instant connection with? Will this be just for the vacation or could it become more?
It was a simple read. There was no drama.
I didn’t really feel the chemistry between Kassanda and Amani. I felt that they liked each other but it didn’t come across as being an instant connection to me.
I finished the book in two days. But it felt longer then that because I couldn’t connect with the characters.
I’m giving the book 3 stars and I might recommend if someone is looking for a simple read.
Review by The Love Story Review
It was a simple read. There was no drama.
I didn’t really feel the chemistry between Kassanda and Amani. I felt that they liked each other but it didn’t come across as being an instant connection to me.
I finished the book in two days. But it felt longer then that because I couldn’t connect with the characters.
I’m giving the book 3 stars and I might recommend if someone is looking for a simple read.
Review by The Love Story Review
February 19, 2020
This was my first read by this author and I'm so glad I gave it a chance. This was a quick read that took me on one hell of a girls trip with hot sex included. Amani and Kass were just enjoying each other while vacationing. From the start they had an undeniable chemistry that was perfect for them. I loved witnessing their fall. This book was highly entertaining, authentic, and again, featured hot sex! So read it! I hope you'll love it as much as I did.
March 2, 2020
Yes Amani!
Amani was on his grown man ish! Love a confident man, who is attentive and present for the woman he wants. That spark that started after the bump in the airport, turned into a full on blaze that never went out. Kassandra tried to keep her feelings at bay, but they were too strong. They were so good together. Loved them. Hope to see more from them in the future. Great job. 👍👍👍
Amani was on his grown man ish! Love a confident man, who is attentive and present for the woman he wants. That spark that started after the bump in the airport, turned into a full on blaze that never went out. Kassandra tried to keep her feelings at bay, but they were too strong. They were so good together. Loved them. Hope to see more from them in the future. Great job. 👍👍👍
January 20, 2020
Issa vibe🥰
This was my first read by this author and I was not disappointed. Their chemistry was felt from the beginning and it continued to blossom. I like the friendship Kass had with her friends and how they never judged her. They say one way to get over a man is to get under another and Amani was just the man for Kass. Read this book today!
This was my first read by this author and I was not disappointed. Their chemistry was felt from the beginning and it continued to blossom. I like the friendship Kass had with her friends and how they never judged her. They say one way to get over a man is to get under another and Amani was just the man for Kass. Read this book today!
September 8, 2020
You Got What I Want You Got What I Need
It seems as though fate kept drawing Amani and Kassandra together from bumping into each other at a crowded airport to both being in Miami at the same club. They had time apart and Amani took the necessary steps to make sure that it wouldn't be happening again though.
It seems as though fate kept drawing Amani and Kassandra together from bumping into each other at a crowded airport to both being in Miami at the same club. They had time apart and Amani took the necessary steps to make sure that it wouldn't be happening again though.
July 14, 2024
This is my first book by D. Rose and let me just say this…SHE DID THAT!!!
I just loved the chemistry and romance. The willingness and commitment from Amani to Kassandra when it came to their time together.
Overall, I loved every minute of this book. Looking forward to reading the next in the series.
I just loved the chemistry and romance. The willingness and commitment from Amani to Kassandra when it came to their time together.
Overall, I loved every minute of this book. Looking forward to reading the next in the series.
December 14, 2019
Absolutely loved it
OMG!!! Amani and Kass were amazing. I define loved the vibe of this book. I loved seeing D. Rose explore her naughty side. This was definitely one of my favorite books of the year! Great job D!
OMG!!! Amani and Kass were amazing. I define loved the vibe of this book. I loved seeing D. Rose explore her naughty side. This was definitely one of my favorite books of the year! Great job D!
December 17, 2019
Swoon Worthy
Loved it. D. Rose wrote rve heck out if this story, simply put this was a love story MASTERPIECE. Armani and Kassandra had amazing chemistry even though she tried to fight it she couldn't and had to give in
I totally reccomend this book.
Loved it. D. Rose wrote rve heck out if this story, simply put this was a love story MASTERPIECE. Armani and Kassandra had amazing chemistry even though she tried to fight it she couldn't and had to give in
I totally reccomend this book.
December 17, 2019
I need this...
Clearly my spring break in college was nothing like Kass. Lol. I need a re-do. I loved this! It was fun and definitely different from your norm. I wanted more but maybe we will see them again...I hope. If not, it was a cute and fun story.
Clearly my spring break in college was nothing like Kass. Lol. I need a re-do. I loved this! It was fun and definitely different from your norm. I wanted more but maybe we will see them again...I hope. If not, it was a cute and fun story.
January 10, 2020
Pretty good!!
This is a new to me author, but I liked her writing style. This book, however, had very little substance but the relationship between Amani and Kassandra was pure heat, and I loved it!! Short and oh so sweet. I look forward to reading other books by this author.
This is a new to me author, but I liked her writing style. This book, however, had very little substance but the relationship between Amani and Kassandra was pure heat, and I loved it!! Short and oh so sweet. I look forward to reading other books by this author.
January 21, 2020
I loved it!!!
The way this story flowed was amazing. It was a story of a woman who allowed fear to control her life, and once she met Amani who opened her eyes to more. This is definitely a must read!! Don’t miss out y’all!
The way this story flowed was amazing. It was a story of a woman who allowed fear to control her life, and once she met Amani who opened her eyes to more. This is definitely a must read!! Don’t miss out y’all!
May 1, 2020
A very great read
Love can find us at any time there is no timetable for love. I really enjoyed this story and like all other stories from Ms D. Rose it was nicely written with right amount of everything.
Love can find us at any time there is no timetable for love. I really enjoyed this story and like all other stories from Ms D. Rose it was nicely written with right amount of everything.
May 9, 2020
Loved it
Kass and amani were great distractions for each other besides what was going on in their personal lives. He fell hard for her and not just the physical and she downplayed her feelings for him. Loved that they were able to make it work between the two.
Kass and amani were great distractions for each other besides what was going on in their personal lives. He fell hard for her and not just the physical and she downplayed her feelings for him. Loved that they were able to make it work between the two.
January 17, 2021
Lust sometimes paves the way for love.
Amani and Kassandra don't know what they were looking for. Their everyday lives became exhausting but then they found eachother.
The story was really enjoyable. I especially loved Kassandra's carefree approach.
Would recommend.
Amani and Kassandra don't know what they were looking for. Their everyday lives became exhausting but then they found eachother.
The story was really enjoyable. I especially loved Kassandra's carefree approach.
Would recommend.
September 14, 2024
Hooked sat First Sight
Love the story and all the characters. Had me in my feelings. Didn't like the ending but hope there's a book two for closure. I don't know who proof reads but it was A TERRIBL JOB.
Love the story and all the characters. Had me in my feelings. Didn't like the ending but hope there's a book two for closure. I don't know who proof reads but it was A TERRIBL JOB.
December 15, 2019
Just what I needed
The story hit the spot, it was just what I needed in a sweet love story. No drama to speak of, just a couple making a love connection.
The story hit the spot, it was just what I needed in a sweet love story. No drama to speak of, just a couple making a love connection.
December 15, 2019
Soo good
You are a very talented writer and your book only take me a day. I have add you to my top authors
You are a very talented writer and your book only take me a day. I have add you to my top authors
December 17, 2019
Amani was baeeeee. Kassandra and Amani attraction was soo magnetic and hot. I actually want to see where Ogun and Leslyn romance goes. D. Rose you never disappoint can’t wait for the next book.
December 18, 2019
girls trip!
I can appreciate friends that encourage you to chase the thrills of life. Amani gave all kinds of thrills and chills, Chile. LOL
I can appreciate friends that encourage you to chase the thrills of life. Amani gave all kinds of thrills and chills, Chile. LOL
December 19, 2019
Didn’t want it to end
This book took me on a journey that I didn’t want to end. I hope there is more for Amani and Kass and Ogun needs his story told.
This book took me on a journey that I didn’t want to end. I hope there is more for Amani and Kass and Ogun needs his story told.
December 21, 2019
Good
There were a few grammatical errors, but other than that it was great. I really enjoyed it. It needed to be longer, lol.
There were a few grammatical errors, but other than that it was great. I really enjoyed it. It needed to be longer, lol.
December 21, 2019
Cute
I liked the simplicity and easiness of this story. They met and had a vibe that lasted. Don't know if it'll last but the connection between them seemed genuinely real.
I liked the simplicity and easiness of this story. They met and had a vibe that lasted. Don't know if it'll last but the connection between them seemed genuinely real.
December 28, 2019
Love Me Up
I Loved Reading About Kass And Armani.
This Book Was Def Erotic But I Loved Every Moment Of It.
I Feel Like I Felt There Connection Just By Reading It.
I Loved Reading About Kass And Armani.
This Book Was Def Erotic But I Loved Every Moment Of It.
I Feel Like I Felt There Connection Just By Reading It.
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