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Fragile Vows #2
Value Me: Part II
My past might cost me my future…
After my divorce, I’m ready for a new romance with Johnny—a man who makes my heart race.
But when my ex-husband gets into an accident, I’m hauled back into his world and forced to face my conflicted heart.
Patrick is broke, sick and desperate.
Even worse, he wants me back and is working with Doc to fix what’s broken.
My heart is leaning toward Johnny, but I can’t ignore Patrick when he desperately needs my help.
Though I try to keep my balance, lines are crossed and hearts are shattered.
Can I settle my past before I lose my chance at a new love? Or will my ex-husband’s change of heart lure me back to the marriage I fought to leave behind?
VALUE ME: Part II is a gritty, BWWM romance that explores life after divorce and dealing with the scars of broken trust. This book is NOT for everyone.
After my divorce, I’m ready for a new romance with Johnny—a man who makes my heart race.
But when my ex-husband gets into an accident, I’m hauled back into his world and forced to face my conflicted heart.
Patrick is broke, sick and desperate.
Even worse, he wants me back and is working with Doc to fix what’s broken.
My heart is leaning toward Johnny, but I can’t ignore Patrick when he desperately needs my help.
Though I try to keep my balance, lines are crossed and hearts are shattered.
Can I settle my past before I lose my chance at a new love? Or will my ex-husband’s change of heart lure me back to the marriage I fought to leave behind?
VALUE ME: Part II is a gritty, BWWM romance that explores life after divorce and dealing with the scars of broken trust. This book is NOT for everyone.
240 pages, Kindle Edition
First published October 19, 2021
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About the author
Nia Arthurs
165 books979 followersFrom an early age, Nia knew she wanted to be a writer and actively began chasing that dream when she was a teenager.
Nia writes interracial romance and contemporary romance with guaranteed happy endings. She loves strong heroines and swoon-worthy heroes, and just enough spice and drama to keep things interesting!
Look for the Taming Series (Taming Mr. Jerkface, Taming Mr. Charming, Taming Mr. Know-It-All, and Taming Mr. Darcy) in ebook format.
And catch up with Nia on Facebook @authorniaarthurs. Happy Reading!
Nia writes interracial romance and contemporary romance with guaranteed happy endings. She loves strong heroines and swoon-worthy heroes, and just enough spice and drama to keep things interesting!
Look for the Taming Series (Taming Mr. Jerkface, Taming Mr. Charming, Taming Mr. Know-It-All, and Taming Mr. Darcy) in ebook format.
And catch up with Nia on Facebook @authorniaarthurs. Happy Reading!
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December 23, 2024
Very realistic second part with the ex husband who’s now at the hospital with severe injuries and tries to win his wife back.
The heroine doesn’t want him any more and loves another man but she still feels some responsibility when her ex mother in law guilt trip her into helping her ex recover.
The actual hero, her new love, is there waiting, but of course he’s quite jealous and disappointed.
There’s angst, and it’s quite believable that the heroine feels conflicted, but I must admit she soon realizes she doesn’t have to do that anymore.
The ex husband now is trying to win her back, but he won’t be able.
He decides to be a better man and tries to build a business again.
The heroine is always the better person and gives him back half of what he gave her as alimony because she is a finance genius and now has three times more.
I don’t know if that made me happy, I would have dumped the man’s sorry ass nd went away without a second thought.
She sails to the sunset with her new billionaire love and the ex realizes what he lost. And he regrets it dearly.
There’s a lot of issues here, the heroine is black, and the hero is white and there’s a lot or racism from the people of his circle, he’s anyway always by her side, and doesn’t take shit from anyone.
I love that she grew up, even if she’s still a bit wary because she was hurt.
There’s another installment, I don’t think I’ll read it, or maybe I will, because it’s about her ex finding a new love. And I don’t want him to be happy again after what he did.
Call me a nasty resentful bitch, this is what I am.
Master Yoda the psycolomechanic is always there to say his things of wisdom to help those who have issues in relationships.
The heroine doesn’t want him any more and loves another man but she still feels some responsibility when her ex mother in law guilt trip her into helping her ex recover.
The actual hero, her new love, is there waiting, but of course he’s quite jealous and disappointed.
There’s angst, and it’s quite believable that the heroine feels conflicted, but I must admit she soon realizes she doesn’t have to do that anymore.
The ex husband now is trying to win her back, but he won’t be able.
He decides to be a better man and tries to build a business again.
The heroine is always the better person and gives him back half of what he gave her as alimony because she is a finance genius and now has three times more.
I don’t know if that made me happy, I would have dumped the man’s sorry ass nd went away without a second thought.
She sails to the sunset with her new billionaire love and the ex realizes what he lost. And he regrets it dearly.
There’s a lot of issues here, the heroine is black, and the hero is white and there’s a lot or racism from the people of his circle, he’s anyway always by her side, and doesn’t take shit from anyone.
I love that she grew up, even if she’s still a bit wary because she was hurt.
There’s another installment, I don’t think I’ll read it, or maybe I will, because it’s about her ex finding a new love. And I don’t want him to be happy again after what he did.
Call me a nasty resentful bitch, this is what I am.
Master Yoda the psycolomechanic is always there to say his things of wisdom to help those who have issues in relationships.
October 25, 2021
Invaluable!!!
Just finished (just started yesterday 😉)!!! It was GREAT!!! I didn't even hate Patrick by the end of the book and no longer wished him dead! LOVE the series!!! More, more, more!!!
Just finished (just started yesterday 😉)!!! It was GREAT!!! I didn't even hate Patrick by the end of the book and no longer wished him dead! LOVE the series!!! More, more, more!!!
October 21, 2021
Awesome
I have been waiting on this for ages! Nia did not disappoint. As much as sometimes I wanted to shake Liz, Nia did a great cool capturing complex feelings of finding yourself after an ending and not letting past trauma hold you.
I have been waiting on this for ages! Nia did not disappoint. As much as sometimes I wanted to shake Liz, Nia did a great cool capturing complex feelings of finding yourself after an ending and not letting past trauma hold you.
October 23, 2021
Wow I saw this ending differently and I like how it did end!
From Value Me I, I was torn between rooting for Patrick to get himself together so as not to lose Lizette but the more I read and remembered how callous and disrespectful Patrick was towards Lizette I found myself wanting for her to be happy. That it turned out not to be with Patrick, I counted it a great win for Lizette. As I watched Lizette struggle with all of the hurt and misgivings about herself she had internalized during the years Patrick mistreated and devalued her, I thought back on the years I too was devalued in my marriage. Like Lizette and most women I presume we hang on until we find doing so damages us more than being with someone who doesn't care about or values us ever could. In the end, I applaud Lizette and find I am once again rooting for Patrick. This time I just want Patrick to get his thinking right so the next woman in his life gets to be valued from the gate. I thought Lizette's idea of Doc holding meetings with wives and girlfriends to get them to elevate how they value themselves is excellent. Johnny's idea of Doc writing a book was also a great idea and I have read the real life Doc's book The Marriage Key! I wish it had been around before ever I married either of my ex husbands. I believe I would have been better equipped to make better choices of the men I allowed in my life. These marriage repair novels give me a lot to ponder and I would suggest them for people in relationships and especially before getting married!!!! An excellent read Nia and each book gets better and better and I am glad neither you nor Doc are afraid to tackle the hard things happening with individual as well as couples. Thank you!!!!!!!
From Value Me I, I was torn between rooting for Patrick to get himself together so as not to lose Lizette but the more I read and remembered how callous and disrespectful Patrick was towards Lizette I found myself wanting for her to be happy. That it turned out not to be with Patrick, I counted it a great win for Lizette. As I watched Lizette struggle with all of the hurt and misgivings about herself she had internalized during the years Patrick mistreated and devalued her, I thought back on the years I too was devalued in my marriage. Like Lizette and most women I presume we hang on until we find doing so damages us more than being with someone who doesn't care about or values us ever could. In the end, I applaud Lizette and find I am once again rooting for Patrick. This time I just want Patrick to get his thinking right so the next woman in his life gets to be valued from the gate. I thought Lizette's idea of Doc holding meetings with wives and girlfriends to get them to elevate how they value themselves is excellent. Johnny's idea of Doc writing a book was also a great idea and I have read the real life Doc's book The Marriage Key! I wish it had been around before ever I married either of my ex husbands. I believe I would have been better equipped to make better choices of the men I allowed in my life. These marriage repair novels give me a lot to ponder and I would suggest them for people in relationships and especially before getting married!!!! An excellent read Nia and each book gets better and better and I am glad neither you nor Doc are afraid to tackle the hard things happening with individual as well as couples. Thank you!!!!!!!
October 25, 2021
Exceptional
Gripping, raw, emotional. honest, powerful. Sometimes it takes hitting rock bottom, and hitting it hard, to take an honest evaluation of yourself to realize just how lost you are. An honest conversation with his mom ling ago may have saved him and Liz some pain. Liz's full gambit of emotions, loss, hope, confusion, and fear were perfectly in range, even if they were difficult for her to understand. She did the hard work and was blessed to find a real man who understood that temper tantrums and anger were immature and would not yield what he wanted. He understood from his own trauma what live and commitment were and he followed through on his promises with incredible patience and understanding. He surrounded her with as much protection as he humanly could and met all her fears and insecurities with with security and truth. If you are looking a hot sexy read this story isn't for you. If you are looking for a raw, honest look at what you can overcome and what you deserve, and what it looks like for a real man to value you and love that you value yourself, read this book again and again.
Gripping, raw, emotional. honest, powerful. Sometimes it takes hitting rock bottom, and hitting it hard, to take an honest evaluation of yourself to realize just how lost you are. An honest conversation with his mom ling ago may have saved him and Liz some pain. Liz's full gambit of emotions, loss, hope, confusion, and fear were perfectly in range, even if they were difficult for her to understand. She did the hard work and was blessed to find a real man who understood that temper tantrums and anger were immature and would not yield what he wanted. He understood from his own trauma what live and commitment were and he followed through on his promises with incredible patience and understanding. He surrounded her with as much protection as he humanly could and met all her fears and insecurities with with security and truth. If you are looking a hot sexy read this story isn't for you. If you are looking for a raw, honest look at what you can overcome and what you deserve, and what it looks like for a real man to value you and love that you value yourself, read this book again and again.
October 23, 2021
First off, when I started reading I could not stop. There was no breaks, my phone was attached to my hand all day. This was completely worth the short wait. But I have to be honest, I was hoping for more of Johnny's point of view during this whole situation like we recieved from the last "bonus scene". And I was disappointed to see he wouldn't get a point of view, I wish he could have at least gotten one chapter or even a passage especially during the night Liz went to Patrick's bedside instead of escorting him to his Grandfather 's event. I would have like to know his feelings, because as perfectly understanding he is -he almost came off as too perfect. But I like how you wrote Liz's growth from the divorce and her struggles with her guilt and pity towards Patrick. I even enjoyed Patrick coming into his own understanding and growth(even though I feel at least on of his chapters could have been given to Johnny). But I digress, this was an amazing story and I love Doc.
October 24, 2021
Lizette - Finally valued
Excellent! Riveting. Great. Wonderful. I couldn’t stop reading this book and finished it in one setting…one day. In a way I felt sorry for Patrick because he didn’t realize what he had until it was too late. Lizette took all she could take, but had considered going back after his accident. I believe it is because he was familiar and starting all over, without the tools (Doc) would not make a better marriage if Patrick didn’t want to change. Johnny, on the other hand, was a dream come true in my book. He was everything a woman wants in a marriage…love, companionship, knowing what to do without being asked. He was always anticipating Lizette’s needs (water; new cell phone, a touch) and he always called her sunshine. He VALUES her and knows her worth in his life.
Hopefully, either there will be a Part 3 with the continuation of Lizette and Johnny and Patrick and whoever he decides to be faithful to. PLEASE.
Excellent! Riveting. Great. Wonderful. I couldn’t stop reading this book and finished it in one setting…one day. In a way I felt sorry for Patrick because he didn’t realize what he had until it was too late. Lizette took all she could take, but had considered going back after his accident. I believe it is because he was familiar and starting all over, without the tools (Doc) would not make a better marriage if Patrick didn’t want to change. Johnny, on the other hand, was a dream come true in my book. He was everything a woman wants in a marriage…love, companionship, knowing what to do without being asked. He was always anticipating Lizette’s needs (water; new cell phone, a touch) and he always called her sunshine. He VALUES her and knows her worth in his life.
Hopefully, either there will be a Part 3 with the continuation of Lizette and Johnny and Patrick and whoever he decides to be faithful to. PLEASE.
October 30, 2021
If I Don't Value Me Why Would You "Value Me"
I didn't know what to expect from this book 📚📖 two of Value Me. Lizette is such a loving, faithful and loyal person, so much so that she let her ex-husband make her feel guilty about wanting someone and something for herself. Just when we think 🤔 Lizette will be free of Patrick he pulls her back in when he has an accident and ends up with two broken legs and broke without a way to even pay his hospital bill. See what and /or who happens to help Lizette put her life back together and help her find her purpose. I really loved this story first it has the heroine as the woman ♀️. I think 🤔 woman should read this story especially those that do not Know Their Value. Get this book 📚📖 it's a Good Read.
I didn't know what to expect from this book 📚📖 two of Value Me. Lizette is such a loving, faithful and loyal person, so much so that she let her ex-husband make her feel guilty about wanting someone and something for herself. Just when we think 🤔 Lizette will be free of Patrick he pulls her back in when he has an accident and ends up with two broken legs and broke without a way to even pay his hospital bill. See what and /or who happens to help Lizette put her life back together and help her find her purpose. I really loved this story first it has the heroine as the woman ♀️. I think 🤔 woman should read this story especially those that do not Know Their Value. Get this book 📚📖 it's a Good Read.
October 23, 2021
Johnny and Sunshine ☀️
Just reading the blurb made me anxious. I knew Patrick’s accident would play on Liz’s feelings and jeopardize her relationship with Johnny. I definitely wanted to shake some sense into her at times. Glad to see the growth in all the characters especially Patrick. Didn’t think it was possible and probably would not have happened without being in the accident.
Just reading the blurb made me anxious. I knew Patrick’s accident would play on Liz’s feelings and jeopardize her relationship with Johnny. I definitely wanted to shake some sense into her at times. Glad to see the growth in all the characters especially Patrick. Didn’t think it was possible and probably would not have happened without being in the accident.
October 26, 2021
An absolute joy
I must say I'm overjoyed by Lizette's choice. She chose herself and nothing but good came from it. I was Team Johnny all the way. Patrick learned his lesson the hard way. He didn't realize the gem he had in Lizette until she severed all ties. He learned who his real friends were when he was down and they were the ones who he tried to cheat. I especially liked the extended epilogue.
I must say I'm overjoyed by Lizette's choice. She chose herself and nothing but good came from it. I was Team Johnny all the way. Patrick learned his lesson the hard way. He didn't realize the gem he had in Lizette until she severed all ties. He learned who his real friends were when he was down and they were the ones who he tried to cheat. I especially liked the extended epilogue.
October 30, 2021
Perfect Ending
Picking up from were book 1 ended, we start off with conflict. The conflict leads to doubts and confusion. Luckily the new love is secure enough to sit back and wait. Sometimes things happen in your life through manipulation of others; things out of your control. But if you hang on to your teachings and stay grounded, you are able to see your way through the fog eventually.
Picking up from were book 1 ended, we start off with conflict. The conflict leads to doubts and confusion. Luckily the new love is secure enough to sit back and wait. Sometimes things happen in your life through manipulation of others; things out of your control. But if you hang on to your teachings and stay grounded, you are able to see your way through the fog eventually.
November 3, 2021
Broken pieces
Wow wow and wow!!! I loved these books, Value Me 1 and 2. It's real so everything! As women we marry the possibilities not the character and that's how we lose.
Then we find the goodness we're to afraid to take a sip because all we have encountered is sadness, betrayal, broken hearts and broken spirits.
I love Doc!!!!!!!!
I see Lissett and Patrick in so many!!
And I know a Lissette and Johnny therefore I know it's real!!
Please read!!!
Wow wow and wow!!! I loved these books, Value Me 1 and 2. It's real so everything! As women we marry the possibilities not the character and that's how we lose.
Then we find the goodness we're to afraid to take a sip because all we have encountered is sadness, betrayal, broken hearts and broken spirits.
I love Doc!!!!!!!!
I see Lissett and Patrick in so many!!
And I know a Lissette and Johnny therefore I know it's real!!
Please read!!!
October 23, 2021
Wow!
Nia has done it again, I didn’t want to give Patrick a chance, but all I can say is this book kept me on the edge of which way was Lizette going to go until the end. Nia showed in this book that some relationships can be repaired and restored and some aren’t meant to be restored. Nia Arthur’s knows how to spin a story and get to the meat of a relationship.
Nia has done it again, I didn’t want to give Patrick a chance, but all I can say is this book kept me on the edge of which way was Lizette going to go until the end. Nia showed in this book that some relationships can be repaired and restored and some aren’t meant to be restored. Nia Arthur’s knows how to spin a story and get to the meat of a relationship.
November 18, 2021
Unexpected but so good
The second part of Lizette and Patrick's story continues the emotional rollercoaster that came at the end of the part 1. I loved Doc and his methods. I wasn't sure how this was going to work out, especially with Johnny in rhe running. This was unlike the other books I read in this series but was so real and very good.
The second part of Lizette and Patrick's story continues the emotional rollercoaster that came at the end of the part 1. I loved Doc and his methods. I wasn't sure how this was going to work out, especially with Johnny in rhe running. This was unlike the other books I read in this series but was so real and very good.
August 8, 2023
Learning to change
The principles are truly the lifeline to marital success.
I really like Johnny. He is the kind of man many women want, and others do not yet realize or appreciate properly.
Lizette caused me to pause and think about my life and how I see myself.
These books have truly evoked tears and chuckles. I love the Doc character. Wish every child had a dad like that.
The principles are truly the lifeline to marital success.
I really like Johnny. He is the kind of man many women want, and others do not yet realize or appreciate properly.
Lizette caused me to pause and think about my life and how I see myself.
These books have truly evoked tears and chuckles. I love the Doc character. Wish every child had a dad like that.
October 27, 2021
awesome
Loved the story. Johnny showed real patience with Liz. For a minute I was afraid Liz was going to go back to Patrick because she kept running to his side in the hospital. I’m so glad that the authors saw things differently. Enjoyed as usually.
Loved the story. Johnny showed real patience with Liz. For a minute I was afraid Liz was going to go back to Patrick because she kept running to his side in the hospital. I’m so glad that the authors saw things differently. Enjoyed as usually.
March 2, 2023
Why
Love Nia Arthur's style but this book was a little darker than I really liked. Too realistic. I finished the book. I read for entertainment could pick non fiction. Will remember next time when it says not for everyone to take heed.
Love Nia Arthur's style but this book was a little darker than I really liked. Too realistic. I finished the book. I read for entertainment could pick non fiction. Will remember next time when it says not for everyone to take heed.
October 22, 2021
I'm a hopeless romantic
This didn't end the way I would've liked; however, it went as it should. Enjoy it immensely. Thank you Doc.
This didn't end the way I would've liked; however, it went as it should. Enjoy it immensely. Thank you Doc.
October 23, 2021
Grateful
All your books leaves me on edge!!! You are an amazing writer… keep up the great work as well as your series of books!!!
All your books leaves me on edge!!! You are an amazing writer… keep up the great work as well as your series of books!!!
October 23, 2021
Loved every minute of it
I love reading Doc's helpful tips for a marriages. Competed this book in one day. I am always sad when the book, because I want more. Great read!
I love reading Doc's helpful tips for a marriages. Competed this book in one day. I am always sad when the book, because I want more. Great read!
October 24, 2021
This book was great
I gave it 5 stars because people need to understand what marriage is all about before you say I do
I gave it 5 stars because people need to understand what marriage is all about before you say I do
July 15, 2023
Love
I I absolutely love these books. They teach you some great principles for relationships with a good storyline. I wish somebody had done this way sooner. Alexa
I I absolutely love these books. They teach you some great principles for relationships with a good storyline. I wish somebody had done this way sooner. Alexa
February 9, 2023
So Liz's husband Patrick finally realized how much she meant to him after he losses everything and is determined to get her back will she go back or is she over him. I love Johnny.
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