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Five Years
Maverick I know it's not right to want her as much as I do. In fact, it makes absolutely no sense. Our relationship is strictly professional and I get that. She's my therapist, for Christ's sake; but I can't help but think she's everything I've ever needed. She says the way she treats me is part of her job and nothing more. She said my response is the result of transference , but hell – the only thing I want to transfer to Amaris Flowers is the unbridled brunt of my passion until she's screaming my name, over and over. Her Code of Ethics dictates that she can't engage me for five years. That's fine with me. I'll wait.
Amaris The minute Maverick Dangerfield walks into my office, I can immediately assess his he's cocky and grandiose – used to getting just what he wants, when he wants. He's also sexy as hell, and it's not long before I find myself pulling on every part of my clinical training to ignore the things he's projecting. When he walks into our session and announces that he's quitting therapy, I'm shocked. And relieved. But when he reveals that he's only ending because he plans to wait out the five years, I know that trouble is on the horizon. Like I this man is used to getting what he wants, and I have a feeling that by the time five years is up, he's going to get it. *READER ALERT*This story contains language and extremely passionate and descriptive sex scenes. Not suitable for readers under the age of 18 years or those who many be offended by somewhat graphic descriptions of sexual encounters.This story also contains mental-health related subject matter, which may trigger some readers.Brooklyn's characters exhibit real emotions and desires, and though she is their creator, she is also very sensitive to their needs and wants, and works in partnership with them to create their unique HEAs.
Amaris The minute Maverick Dangerfield walks into my office, I can immediately assess his he's cocky and grandiose – used to getting just what he wants, when he wants. He's also sexy as hell, and it's not long before I find myself pulling on every part of my clinical training to ignore the things he's projecting. When he walks into our session and announces that he's quitting therapy, I'm shocked. And relieved. But when he reveals that he's only ending because he plans to wait out the five years, I know that trouble is on the horizon. Like I this man is used to getting what he wants, and I have a feeling that by the time five years is up, he's going to get it. *READER ALERT*This story contains language and extremely passionate and descriptive sex scenes. Not suitable for readers under the age of 18 years or those who many be offended by somewhat graphic descriptions of sexual encounters.This story also contains mental-health related subject matter, which may trigger some readers.Brooklyn's characters exhibit real emotions and desires, and though she is their creator, she is also very sensitive to their needs and wants, and works in partnership with them to create their unique HEAs.
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Published November 17, 2019
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April 25, 2024
Shit! There was no way a woman this attractive could be any good. Just like in high school, all of the pretty girls were as dumb as fucking rocks.
This is coming from a successful 35 year who is going to become partner in one of the best investment firms. If this is not enough to justify my one star then let’s go ahead.
This is after just 3 therapy sessions where they coincidentally meet on a blind date
”Are you attracted to me?”
She pulled away. “You wanna know the truth?” she whispered.
“I’m dying to know the truth.”
She huffed and lifted her chin. Her gaze was steady and severe. “I’ve never been with a man before.”
My neck pulled back. “So you’re into women?”
“I don’t mean like that,” she said. Her chin dipped with embarrassment. “I’ve never… kissed anyone or done anything, or…” Her mouth pinched.”
yay so we have an early 30’s virgin!! Oh and why she is still a virgin? Ohhh why don’t you just read ahead.
”When he tried to put his penis into my vagina, it hurt so bad, I screamed for him to stop. The next day at school, he told all of his friends that he had fucked the Christian girl, and people started giving me dirty looks.”
so yeah, I stopped reading after this nonsense.
Also just out of curiosity, have you ever met an insecure therapist ? Imagine just going to a famous therapist who calls her self a nobody.
”I’m nobody, Maverick. I’m inexperienced and sterile. I'm sure there are tons of beautiful women worth your time.”
This is coming from a successful 35 year who is going to become partner in one of the best investment firms. If this is not enough to justify my one star then let’s go ahead.
This is after just 3 therapy sessions where they coincidentally meet on a blind date
”Are you attracted to me?”
She pulled away. “You wanna know the truth?” she whispered.
“I’m dying to know the truth.”
She huffed and lifted her chin. Her gaze was steady and severe. “I’ve never been with a man before.”
My neck pulled back. “So you’re into women?”
“I don’t mean like that,” she said. Her chin dipped with embarrassment. “I’ve never… kissed anyone or done anything, or…” Her mouth pinched.”
yay so we have an early 30’s virgin!! Oh and why she is still a virgin? Ohhh why don’t you just read ahead.
”When he tried to put his penis into my vagina, it hurt so bad, I screamed for him to stop. The next day at school, he told all of his friends that he had fucked the Christian girl, and people started giving me dirty looks.”
so yeah, I stopped reading after this nonsense.
Also just out of curiosity, have you ever met an insecure therapist ? Imagine just going to a famous therapist who calls her self a nobody.
”I’m nobody, Maverick. I’m inexperienced and sterile. I'm sure there are tons of beautiful women worth your time.”
November 30, 2019
Five years is a very looooong time for a man to wait for a woman, especially one as messed up as Aramis.
Maverick seemed like a great guy, but you know the ones with the tempers have deep seeded issues. When his secret was revealed it made perfect sense.
What confused me about the book was Aramis was a therapist, in fact she started out as his therapist, hence the waiting five years, but she never insisted on Maverick getting the help he needed after he stopped seeing her professionally. She knew he had issues, but instead of looking out for his best interests, all she could think about was getting with him.
Neither of the characters were very stable, which will make for an unbalanced marriage and cause plenty of issues. In five years time they never really got to know each other. She would cut him off as soon as he said or did something that she didn’t like. This irritated me to no end. Her job and all her accolades should have taught her that communication is key in any relationship. She never pulled away from her overbearing religious zealot of a mother and in fact never truly grew up. Aramis is a toddler running around in a grown woman’s body, too afraid to face her own truths.
The concept was good, but the five years was just too long for poor Maverick.
This book was provided by the author in exchange for an honest review.
Maverick seemed like a great guy, but you know the ones with the tempers have deep seeded issues. When his secret was revealed it made perfect sense.
What confused me about the book was Aramis was a therapist, in fact she started out as his therapist, hence the waiting five years, but she never insisted on Maverick getting the help he needed after he stopped seeing her professionally. She knew he had issues, but instead of looking out for his best interests, all she could think about was getting with him.
Neither of the characters were very stable, which will make for an unbalanced marriage and cause plenty of issues. In five years time they never really got to know each other. She would cut him off as soon as he said or did something that she didn’t like. This irritated me to no end. Her job and all her accolades should have taught her that communication is key in any relationship. She never pulled away from her overbearing religious zealot of a mother and in fact never truly grew up. Aramis is a toddler running around in a grown woman’s body, too afraid to face her own truths.
The concept was good, but the five years was just too long for poor Maverick.
This book was provided by the author in exchange for an honest review.
March 15, 2020
Well that's a few hours of my time I won't be getting back
November 25, 2019
So so
The premise of this book was interesting. Unfortunately the execution wasn’t as great as I expected. The overly religious tone was a bit much for me but more importantly the book focused on Maverick depression while completely ignoring Amaris deep seated issues. Her constant thoughts of her mother, the belittling, the slut shaming was painful to read. Also even after all that time they didn’t really know each other. She accused him of not talking to her about important things but she didn’t either. Her insecurities were huge. She got upset when he told her that she had issues too and instead of talking she just cut him off. To me her behavior the last year was appalling. She wanted to behave like his therapist instead of his girlfriend. She dropped him when the going got tough instead of just talking to him. Encouraging him, meditating, going to Yoga etc.. keeping it platonic but bonding on a deeper level.
The premise of this book was interesting. Unfortunately the execution wasn’t as great as I expected. The overly religious tone was a bit much for me but more importantly the book focused on Maverick depression while completely ignoring Amaris deep seated issues. Her constant thoughts of her mother, the belittling, the slut shaming was painful to read. Also even after all that time they didn’t really know each other. She accused him of not talking to her about important things but she didn’t either. Her insecurities were huge. She got upset when he told her that she had issues too and instead of talking she just cut him off. To me her behavior the last year was appalling. She wanted to behave like his therapist instead of his girlfriend. She dropped him when the going got tough instead of just talking to him. Encouraging him, meditating, going to Yoga etc.. keeping it platonic but bonding on a deeper level.
May 17, 2020
Five years?! Nah. See, I read this interracial romance out of sheer curiosity based on the description. Let me get this straight. A super hot, confident, wealthy, successful man gets sent to counseling by his job because he has to deal with his anger issues. He's paired with a beautiful, insightful and empathetic therapist he can't help but fall for. She does the same. Only problem is, under the ethics code for therapists, she cannot engage in a personal relationship with a client for FIVE YEARS. Maverick decides to end their client-therapist relationship after realizing he wants to be with her AND plans to wait for FIVE YEARS to make her his. Can you believe this man actually did this? Poor Maverick. And then Amaris has her own issues, being raised by a repressed Christian pastor, mother whose judgmental and oppressive views on just about everything in life play back in Amaris's head constantly affecting her ability to lead a fulfilling love life. At this point, this woman is 31 years old and barely had her first kiss (it was with Maverick). She'd never had any physical relationship with a man. So you mean to tell me she is going to keep her virginity in tact until she's 36? Also, you mean to tell me that Maverick will be around 40 years old by that time and he's willing to give up sex for that time as well when he spent the better part of his 35 years being a manwhore? Hmm...
Not to mention, I found that given they are going to go five years without being together..doesn't make sense. I mean, they kind do date during that time. They kiss, they sext, they masturbate together. They meet each other's parents. I mean, it's a relationship! They just don't have sex. Why can't they date again? Who cares. lol I was annoyed with the push and pull of Amaris in this relationship. She pushes Maverick away countless times. Ghosts him. I can't see any virile, young, healthy male ever doing that. It's just nuts. Also, both these characters have so many issues as individuals that they need to work through and it's like even at the end of the five years, they barely know each other! How is this possible! You have five years! Anyway, as you can see, I was annoyed by this story lol I can't recommend.
Not to mention, I found that given they are going to go five years without being together..doesn't make sense. I mean, they kind do date during that time. They kiss, they sext, they masturbate together. They meet each other's parents. I mean, it's a relationship! They just don't have sex. Why can't they date again? Who cares. lol I was annoyed with the push and pull of Amaris in this relationship. She pushes Maverick away countless times. Ghosts him. I can't see any virile, young, healthy male ever doing that. It's just nuts. Also, both these characters have so many issues as individuals that they need to work through and it's like even at the end of the five years, they barely know each other! How is this possible! You have five years! Anyway, as you can see, I was annoyed by this story lol I can't recommend.
December 26, 2019
I didn't care for this book because it was a bit unbelievable. 5 years that Maverick waited for Amaris? Amaris who let her mother run her life and keep her in line with bible verses cussed like a sailor and had plenty of solo sex. That didn't jibe right with me. So which one was it? Bible girl or red-blooded female? There was also the fact that she was all on Maverick about his life and issues ( and boy did he have them) But her own mother was just as toxic as his mother. And she appeared to be emotionally stunted as well. That whole one date a year was a bit ridiculous. And then they marry without speaking to each other for a year? No way.....
May 11, 2020
Ok! So I know I said I am not a fan of fast whirlwind romances but goodness Five Years! The story is defiantly a fairytale because none of this story is realistic. Don't get me wrong. I liked it, I really enjoyed the story it was cute. I rated a three because to get a five out of me it has to blow me out of the water. It was very wholesome. I feel like this only worked for them because they both were workaholics and she was extremely wholesome.
November 6, 2020
I truly enjoyed this improbable story. Five years is definitely a long time for man to wait for a woman. However the build up from page one to the last page was excellent. I would recommend this book to any romance Reader. ❤️
January 7, 2020
3.5 stars rounded to 4
Interesting premise, though maybe a little far-fetched?
I suppose the idea of a man being celibate and patient to win the heart of the woman he loves is really no more “out there” than a romance heroines finding billionaires around every corner…but I still found it so. Call me a cynic. Still, I really liked this book for a variety of reasons. First, I like the idea that the hero sees what he wants, knows what he wants, and is willing to do whatever it takes to win it, even if the winning demands extreme sacrifice. That’s the case with Maverick, who meets his therapist and falls hard and fast for her. Trouble is, according to her rules of ethics, they cannot have a relationship until five years have passed without their being patient/therapist. He promises her he will wait when their attraction gets too strong to resist otherwise. I liked that he gets Amaris to agree to small emotional and physical “gifts,” like dinner for instance, for each of the anniversaries leading up to their five years. I like that she has ethics and sticks to them. I like that he’s an emotional mess and that she does all she can to fix him. It’s all very satisfying and well-written.
What I don’t like: there’s a lot of calling each other B*tch—even the guys calling each other. Do people really do that?? And there are some colloquialisms that I didn’t understand, like “boo.” What the heck does that mean? I related more to her mother than his, and it’s hard to understand how a successful alpha-type guy would put up with his mother as he does. I also didn’t understand why his colleagues at work would know his mother or use the threat of her on him. I thought for a short while that she might be head of the company, but that turned out not to be the case. I didn’t like that they seemed headed to marriage without the chance to get to know one another. They really had few interactions in five years. Any therapist knows that is a recipe for disaster. Overall, I enjoyed the book, but the flaws I found made me not enjoy it as much as I could have.
Interesting premise, though maybe a little far-fetched?
I suppose the idea of a man being celibate and patient to win the heart of the woman he loves is really no more “out there” than a romance heroines finding billionaires around every corner…but I still found it so. Call me a cynic. Still, I really liked this book for a variety of reasons. First, I like the idea that the hero sees what he wants, knows what he wants, and is willing to do whatever it takes to win it, even if the winning demands extreme sacrifice. That’s the case with Maverick, who meets his therapist and falls hard and fast for her. Trouble is, according to her rules of ethics, they cannot have a relationship until five years have passed without their being patient/therapist. He promises her he will wait when their attraction gets too strong to resist otherwise. I liked that he gets Amaris to agree to small emotional and physical “gifts,” like dinner for instance, for each of the anniversaries leading up to their five years. I like that she has ethics and sticks to them. I like that he’s an emotional mess and that she does all she can to fix him. It’s all very satisfying and well-written.
What I don’t like: there’s a lot of calling each other B*tch—even the guys calling each other. Do people really do that?? And there are some colloquialisms that I didn’t understand, like “boo.” What the heck does that mean? I related more to her mother than his, and it’s hard to understand how a successful alpha-type guy would put up with his mother as he does. I also didn’t understand why his colleagues at work would know his mother or use the threat of her on him. I thought for a short while that she might be head of the company, but that turned out not to be the case. I didn’t like that they seemed headed to marriage without the chance to get to know one another. They really had few interactions in five years. Any therapist knows that is a recipe for disaster. Overall, I enjoyed the book, but the flaws I found made me not enjoy it as much as I could have.
September 18, 2020
Waste of time. How they wait 5 years and know nothing about each other pass surface level? How did it make sense in the first years to go months without talking, do a date and go back to not talking and seeing each other for a year?
May 23, 2020
Would you wait five years for the man of your dreams? Brooklyn Knight has written a beautiful love story and takes on the issue of mental health with a realistic and compassionate pen. Amaris Flowers is Maverick's therapist and he is completely taken with her. When he finds out he cannot be with her because of their professional relationship for five years, he immediately terminates her and the countdown begins. Five years is a long time to date someone. And what we learn about both characters lets us see exactly why it works for them. Amaris has a religious upbringing, and while she proficient at her job, she is inexperienced when it comes to men. Maverick appears extremely confident, but as we get to know him, he may be hiding his real self. As I listened to this book, I thought there is no way this could ever work. Five years is way too long wait for a date, right? But what I took out of their relationship is the process of them not only getting to know each other, but they were able to get to know themselves as well. I enjoyed their journey, felt their frustrations with each other and the wait and loved the monthversaries. At times it was heart wrenching, but the years proved to be the making of a true love.
Narrated by the talented team of Troy Duran and Lacy Laurel, we are given an emotional listen. Duran took on the personality of Maverick. He is complex and broken, and Duran hones in giving us all the different feelings. Laurel finds the soul of Amaris and brings us into her life. Each emotion is evident and just keys our hearts in to all the pain and happiness. These two storytellers truly bring it all alive and treat us to a fantastic listen.
Narrated by the talented team of Troy Duran and Lacy Laurel, we are given an emotional listen. Duran took on the personality of Maverick. He is complex and broken, and Duran hones in giving us all the different feelings. Laurel finds the soul of Amaris and brings us into her life. Each emotion is evident and just keys our hearts in to all the pain and happiness. These two storytellers truly bring it all alive and treat us to a fantastic listen.
February 11, 2020
Wow,, Amazing story
Maverick is a ruthless businessman who has an angry issue. In which his bosses suggested that he seek counseling to deal with his issues if he wanted to make partner in his firm. He went reluctantly, where he met Amaris his therapist. He took one look at her and thought she was the most beautiful woman he had ever seen. After being in her presence he felt something for her and found that it was easy to talk to her about things he never told anyone. Amaris had an attraction to him too, but she knew it was unethical because he was her client. After a couple of months of sessions their friends set them up on a blind date with each other. That's when the both knew they were attracted to each alot and realized they couldn't be together because they were therapist and client. Amaris told Mav that they couldn't even try to date until 5 years after she was no longer his therapist. So Mav took it amongst himself to end his therapy with her si them could begin the 5 year wait. Amaris didn't believe that he would wait 5 yrs to be with her. Mav"s and Amaris"s moms did alot of things to them in ther childhoods that scared them and made them do and think things that only hearted themselves in the end. But they went through the motions to see if they could make it to the 5 yr mark to be together.
Both of their mothers need to be slapped and shaken like the were bobble heads.
Good read loved all the twists and turns.
Maverick is a ruthless businessman who has an angry issue. In which his bosses suggested that he seek counseling to deal with his issues if he wanted to make partner in his firm. He went reluctantly, where he met Amaris his therapist. He took one look at her and thought she was the most beautiful woman he had ever seen. After being in her presence he felt something for her and found that it was easy to talk to her about things he never told anyone. Amaris had an attraction to him too, but she knew it was unethical because he was her client. After a couple of months of sessions their friends set them up on a blind date with each other. That's when the both knew they were attracted to each alot and realized they couldn't be together because they were therapist and client. Amaris told Mav that they couldn't even try to date until 5 years after she was no longer his therapist. So Mav took it amongst himself to end his therapy with her si them could begin the 5 year wait. Amaris didn't believe that he would wait 5 yrs to be with her. Mav"s and Amaris"s moms did alot of things to them in ther childhoods that scared them and made them do and think things that only hearted themselves in the end. But they went through the motions to see if they could make it to the 5 yr mark to be together.
Both of their mothers need to be slapped and shaken like the were bobble heads.
Good read loved all the twists and turns.
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August 9, 2022This man's name...
Is Maverick. Dangerfield.
I'm having Harlequin 1988 flashbacks.
And what's with the therapist that so desperately NEEDS a therapist it's not even funny?!
Uptight with mommy issues.
OK. I got through it.
Y'all, I feel like Gordon Ramsey reading these reviews. WHERE ARE THE STANDARDS?!
Absolutely a great premise for a book. But this womans lack of self awareness, the fact that they BOTH let their mothers pretty much treat them like they were 12 and the utter NONSENSE dialog half the time. Seriously? Y'all were ok with this foolishness? In 2022 even?!
The way this woman speaks...its nonsense. A supposed mental health professional.
Oh, and their are editing/grammar issues too.
Overall, I just hated this heroine and they did a total 360 on this hero because he was a totally different person by the middle of the book than how he started. And the ending with the mothers? Talk about absolute foolishness that would never happen. Insta-epiphany! GMADB
And I'm OFFICIALLY avoiding any more audiobooks done by Lacey Laurel. She speaks like she's a black Mae West. Inflection and enunciations are laughable. Its ridiculous. Do better. Ugh!
Bye, y'all.
Is Maverick. Dangerfield.
I'm having Harlequin 1988 flashbacks.
And what's with the therapist that so desperately NEEDS a therapist it's not even funny?!
Uptight with mommy issues.
OK. I got through it.
Y'all, I feel like Gordon Ramsey reading these reviews. WHERE ARE THE STANDARDS?!
Absolutely a great premise for a book. But this womans lack of self awareness, the fact that they BOTH let their mothers pretty much treat them like they were 12 and the utter NONSENSE dialog half the time. Seriously? Y'all were ok with this foolishness? In 2022 even?!
The way this woman speaks...its nonsense. A supposed mental health professional.
Oh, and their are editing/grammar issues too.
Overall, I just hated this heroine and they did a total 360 on this hero because he was a totally different person by the middle of the book than how he started. And the ending with the mothers? Talk about absolute foolishness that would never happen. Insta-epiphany! GMADB
And I'm OFFICIALLY avoiding any more audiobooks done by Lacey Laurel. She speaks like she's a black Mae West. Inflection and enunciations are laughable. Its ridiculous. Do better. Ugh!
Bye, y'all.
January 21, 2020
True Love
This was an interesting romance storyline of Amaris and Maverick. Amaris is a licensed clinical mental therapist and Maverick is her patient. After being set up on a blind date by Amaris friend Nicola and Blaine who is Maverick friend. The attraction is there between the two but because of ethical standards and rules, a therapist cannot date or be romantic with a patient until 5 years has passed of not seeing them as a patient.
The characters are well developed and I could feel the love, pain, unforgiveness, mental health challenges and mommy issues in the storyline. Amaris and Maverick were on a emotional rollercoaster.
This is my first time reading a book by this author and I look forward to reading more books by this author. I highly recommend this book to read.
Cassandra H.
Thank you Booksprout for an ARC of this book and this review is of my own honest opinion.
This was an interesting romance storyline of Amaris and Maverick. Amaris is a licensed clinical mental therapist and Maverick is her patient. After being set up on a blind date by Amaris friend Nicola and Blaine who is Maverick friend. The attraction is there between the two but because of ethical standards and rules, a therapist cannot date or be romantic with a patient until 5 years has passed of not seeing them as a patient.
The characters are well developed and I could feel the love, pain, unforgiveness, mental health challenges and mommy issues in the storyline. Amaris and Maverick were on a emotional rollercoaster.
This is my first time reading a book by this author and I look forward to reading more books by this author. I highly recommend this book to read.
Cassandra H.
Thank you Booksprout for an ARC of this book and this review is of my own honest opinion.
September 13, 2020
Time, love, and support can heal
This book expertly, and exceptionally addressed serious mental health issues. It did not presume to try to convince you that love alone makes everything perfect. Our past is intricately woven into Who We Are I love can help us explore that therapy can help make things better. So that we can be open to true love when it comes. The fact that they were willing to take the time, and take things slowly and get to know each other really helped sell the story Mavericks Journey is the Nile acceptance is final agreement to get the help that he needed made my heart soar. Amaris was just as much a product of her past as Maverick was. They both managed to work through their issues. However unconventional that was and eventually made the perfect pairing. The journey was a joy to be a part of.
This book expertly, and exceptionally addressed serious mental health issues. It did not presume to try to convince you that love alone makes everything perfect. Our past is intricately woven into Who We Are I love can help us explore that therapy can help make things better. So that we can be open to true love when it comes. The fact that they were willing to take the time, and take things slowly and get to know each other really helped sell the story Mavericks Journey is the Nile acceptance is final agreement to get the help that he needed made my heart soar. Amaris was just as much a product of her past as Maverick was. They both managed to work through their issues. However unconventional that was and eventually made the perfect pairing. The journey was a joy to be a part of.
March 19, 2020
If a man offers to wait Five Years to be with you, Girl you better jump on it.
Maverick was dead ass serious about waiting for Amaris, more ways than one. This was a book of a different concept. I liked the chemistry between MAVERICK & AMARIS. It was love at first sight. Yes he lusted for her but he wanted her for more than just sex. He saw her as his hope, his safety, his therapy and his Angel. It was a sweet love story, with an unexpected revelation towards the end.
This was my first book by this author and there was a little piece that made me look back at her other title and discover the couple mentioned were from the French connection Series (which I will read in the very near future).
Maverick was dead ass serious about waiting for Amaris, more ways than one. This was a book of a different concept. I liked the chemistry between MAVERICK & AMARIS. It was love at first sight. Yes he lusted for her but he wanted her for more than just sex. He saw her as his hope, his safety, his therapy and his Angel. It was a sweet love story, with an unexpected revelation towards the end.
This was my first book by this author and there was a little piece that made me look back at her other title and discover the couple mentioned were from the French connection Series (which I will read in the very near future).
January 9, 2023
What a mess! 😂
She was a therapist with the worst communication skills. They literally cut communication for months at a time on multiple occasions. She refused to deal with her own childhood traumas but tried to force him to. And we’re supposed to think she’s stellar at her job?? How Sway??
Then they don’t talk for a year and get married? Also did she totally skipped over the best friends wedding? I was so confused. (He also basically cheated and she married him without knowing.)
Also 5 years is a long time and the pacing of the progression of this relationship was WAY off! Especially because they spent considerable amounts of time not in contact.
The conversations between the mothers were absolutely bizarre and I totally could have done without her perspective.
She was a therapist with the worst communication skills. They literally cut communication for months at a time on multiple occasions. She refused to deal with her own childhood traumas but tried to force him to. And we’re supposed to think she’s stellar at her job?? How Sway??
Then they don’t talk for a year and get married? Also did she totally skipped over the best friends wedding? I was so confused. (He also basically cheated and she married him without knowing.)
Also 5 years is a long time and the pacing of the progression of this relationship was WAY off! Especially because they spent considerable amounts of time not in contact.
The conversations between the mothers were absolutely bizarre and I totally could have done without her perspective.
May 19, 2020
Oh so hot and Sinful!!!
This story had me horny and guilty. I loved it! I just wanted Amaris to drop the panties and let Maverick have it already. I loved this flawed guy so much. He needed help and saw something he wanted more, Amaris . They were perfect for each other and had a lot in common in spite of their chosen professions. Two mothers who thought they knew everything. One a bible thumping black momma and the other a ballbusting bitter widow. Throw in two well meaning friends in love and lust with each other and you've got a book so good you want to read it again, because you hate for their story to end. I loved this book.
This story had me horny and guilty. I loved it! I just wanted Amaris to drop the panties and let Maverick have it already. I loved this flawed guy so much. He needed help and saw something he wanted more, Amaris . They were perfect for each other and had a lot in common in spite of their chosen professions. Two mothers who thought they knew everything. One a bible thumping black momma and the other a ballbusting bitter widow. Throw in two well meaning friends in love and lust with each other and you've got a book so good you want to read it again, because you hate for their story to end. I loved this book.
December 29, 2019
Outstanding story!! MAVERICK AND AMARIS ❤❤❤❤❤
Five Years by Brooklyn Knight is a remarkable story of the stresses of real life situations. The pressures that some people put on us. How seeking help is considered being weak and if you're Depressed you're crazy. Not true. Maverick and Amaris are each others salvation in this story. Five Years had my emotions all over the place. The storyline had me laughing, crying and fanning because it was that hot. I was vested in these wonderful characters. I love these real, flawed, strong and sexy characters. Great story, Brooklyn Knight. I recommend this book and author.👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
Five Years by Brooklyn Knight is a remarkable story of the stresses of real life situations. The pressures that some people put on us. How seeking help is considered being weak and if you're Depressed you're crazy. Not true. Maverick and Amaris are each others salvation in this story. Five Years had my emotions all over the place. The storyline had me laughing, crying and fanning because it was that hot. I was vested in these wonderful characters. I love these real, flawed, strong and sexy characters. Great story, Brooklyn Knight. I recommend this book and author.👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
January 15, 2020
New Book Boyfriend
I loved Maverick Dangerfield. While he’s 100% alpha, he also has an incredibly sweet and vulnerable side. He meets the love of his life, Amaris, as a result of being forced into counseling. The attraction between them is immediate and electrifying. When Maverick discovers he has to wait five years after his last counseling session to pursue Amaris, he’s not happy but knows she’s worth the wait. What happens during those five years is a rollercoaster ride worth taking!
I loved Maverick Dangerfield. While he’s 100% alpha, he also has an incredibly sweet and vulnerable side. He meets the love of his life, Amaris, as a result of being forced into counseling. The attraction between them is immediate and electrifying. When Maverick discovers he has to wait five years after his last counseling session to pursue Amaris, he’s not happy but knows she’s worth the wait. What happens during those five years is a rollercoaster ride worth taking!
March 29, 2020
Would You Wait?
This is love story of epic proportions. A broken, hardworking, driven, accomplished man falls in love with his therapist. The chemistry is so strong between them, that he decides to wait 5 years after their last therapy session, which he broke off by the way, to have her, per the rules. Both of their mothers were pieces of work who gave them neurosis with the way they were treated growing up. However, in the end, both mothers had a come to Jesus moment and things worked out for the best. I enjoyed this book.
This is love story of epic proportions. A broken, hardworking, driven, accomplished man falls in love with his therapist. The chemistry is so strong between them, that he decides to wait 5 years after their last therapy session, which he broke off by the way, to have her, per the rules. Both of their mothers were pieces of work who gave them neurosis with the way they were treated growing up. However, in the end, both mothers had a come to Jesus moment and things worked out for the best. I enjoyed this book.
August 6, 2020
This was my first Brooklyn Knight's book, and won't be my last. Maverick and Amaris's story is emotional and beautiful. They share an instant attraction/love. Amaris is a wonderful character, caring, and supportive. Maverick is intriguing, determined, and handsome. I loved to follow them in their emotional journey. The ending is beautiful. Troy Duran and Lacey Laurel did a wonderful job with the narration. I enjoyed it. Looking forward for more books written by this author, and read by these narrators.
December 8, 2020
I loved them!
I’m so glad this book actually dealt with Maverick’s issues. Usually authors skip over the issues to rush to the happily ever after. That wasn’t the case and I’m so glad everything worked out.
Mav was relentless in his pursuit and I really admired that. The only thing I wished was that we got a glimpse of Mary’s last year. I wanted to see why it was such a productive year for her.
Also, those Kindle links embedded in the book..😒 that was a bit of a turn off. Just wait to the end like other authors.
I’m so glad this book actually dealt with Maverick’s issues. Usually authors skip over the issues to rush to the happily ever after. That wasn’t the case and I’m so glad everything worked out.
Mav was relentless in his pursuit and I really admired that. The only thing I wished was that we got a glimpse of Mary’s last year. I wanted to see why it was such a productive year for her.
Also, those Kindle links embedded in the book..😒 that was a bit of a turn off. Just wait to the end like other authors.
December 27, 2020
Good read!
I gave it a 5 star because it was a refreshing and mature story.Very good build up to the 5yr mark. Maverick is so much 🔥 and Amaris was firm about her ethical responsibility. I love that Amaris maintained her virginity, while Maverick was patient although he almost messed that up with the ex.Loved the depiction of the church service, would love to hear more their mothers as grandparents.
My only dislike was the constant use of the name Mary! That was really confusing.
I gave it a 5 star because it was a refreshing and mature story.Very good build up to the 5yr mark. Maverick is so much 🔥 and Amaris was firm about her ethical responsibility. I love that Amaris maintained her virginity, while Maverick was patient although he almost messed that up with the ex.Loved the depiction of the church service, would love to hear more their mothers as grandparents.
My only dislike was the constant use of the name Mary! That was really confusing.
June 12, 2021
This book was more than expected. It was a sweet love story but much more serious in tone than typical romance novels. Ironically, both characters have mom issues. But, Maverick’s issues go further. Within their romance are themes around mental health, grief, identity, and self discovery. A few parts made me laugh out loud while other parts were sad. I’m still pondering how I feel about this book. But it’s definitely at least average. When I consider him waiting five years and some of the “rules” around it, it just makes this difficult to believe.
May 8, 2020
Loved the book, the story was well written and the characters were intriguing. Once I started I could not get enough, from the start till the end I was engrossed I was even on the edge of my seat with twists and turns, lust and passion, strength happiness and funny. The story of sensation. Do yourself a favor and buy the book you want be disappointed.
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July 13, 2020
Great read!
This was a great read on the effects of how your relationship with your mother affects your relationship with potential mates. I loved the overbearing mom.& religious fanatic mom were represented and told by different POV.
In the end, it's so endearing that Maverick did not let Amaris rigid views or her fears keep then from the possibility of a great love. I thoroughly enjoyed this book!
This was a great read on the effects of how your relationship with your mother affects your relationship with potential mates. I loved the overbearing mom.& religious fanatic mom were represented and told by different POV.
In the end, it's so endearing that Maverick did not let Amaris rigid views or her fears keep then from the possibility of a great love. I thoroughly enjoyed this book!
September 4, 2020
I didn’t think I was going to make it
I didn’t believe that she was really going to make us wait five years. But she did. This book has so many facets to it. The information about mental health was stellar. I love both characters as well as the supporting characters. First lady was funny as hell. The ending could not have been more sweet or more satisfying ...thank you ....well done.
I didn’t believe that she was really going to make us wait five years. But she did. This book has so many facets to it. The information about mental health was stellar. I love both characters as well as the supporting characters. First lady was funny as hell. The ending could not have been more sweet or more satisfying ...thank you ....well done.
October 19, 2020
5 years so worth the wait and the read
Wow. I have never routed for a couple to make it as hard as I did for Amaris and Maverick. Personal issues, depression, Mommy and Daddy issues are forces that tend to end a relationship, however in this case all were overcome and those issues strengthened theirs.
An incredible journey, an incredible story from beginning to end. So worth the read
Wow. I have never routed for a couple to make it as hard as I did for Amaris and Maverick. Personal issues, depression, Mommy and Daddy issues are forces that tend to end a relationship, however in this case all were overcome and those issues strengthened theirs.
An incredible journey, an incredible story from beginning to end. So worth the read
March 28, 2021
This book is about foreplay. It is not my type of book so I gave it just one star. But someone that likes porn might like it. I was hoping for a storyline, and there is a small one. But, I would have preferred maybe 1 or 2 sex scenes and more story. This is just a sex story with a small unbelievable plot. I think the author is capable of writing something better if the whole focus was not just sex.
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