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In the Heart of a Valentine #5.5

Table For Three: A With Your Permission Holiday Edition

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Note: This is a follow-up story to With Your Permission. I encourage you to read that book first before reading Table For Three.

Needing to reconnect with her husband in the bedroom, a pregnant Bri St. Valentine goes out of her way—unnecessarily to grab Raphael's attention in this quick, witty, and sexy Thanksgiving short story, Table For Three.

54 pages, Kindle Edition

Published November 23, 2021

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Stephanie Nicole Norris

110 books1,228 followers
Stephanie Nicole Norris is an author from Tennessee with a humble beginning. After becoming a young adult, her love for romance sparked, leaving her captivated by heroes and heroines alike. With a big imagination and a creative heart, Stephanie penned her first novel in 2010. She went on to write grin-inducing romance and has received multiple literary awards.

As a prolific writer, Stephanie’s catalog continues to grow. Her books can be found at major retailers, including Amazon, and her website, www.stephanienicolenorris.com.

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1,066 reviews296 followers
October 7, 2022
I love Raphael & Bri, so I loved the update about her pregnancy and the birth of their baby. Such a cute great update about one of my favorite Valentine’s brothers.
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747 reviews23 followers
November 25, 2021
Keep Love Alive

Stephanie Nicole Norris can do no wrong in my eyes when it comes to giving us updates on the Valentine or Rose crews, and as expected, she didn't disappoint.

Raphael and Bri Valentine were my favorite of the Valentine family and this update gave me so much life. Short, yet packed with so much Love and Passion. So, Raphael is STILL breaking headboards 😏. I love it😜.

I love that we got a glimpse of the Roses and Royals of Kēra Asnela; my favorite Rose was Jacob and Carla, so I'm glad we got a bit of Mrs. Carla's antics... hilarious she is.

I love that the Valentine empire is growing and everyone is still in love. I can't get enough. Makes me want to re-read both series again (for like the 5th or 6th time, but whose counting 😏).

Support Mrs. Stephanie Nicole Norris. You will not regret it.

Great short update and read.
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2,703 reviews21 followers
February 6, 2023
Beautiful

OMG!!! It's what she always does, what can i say bout this story: but it's exceptional, funny, truthful, heartbreakingly powerful!!! There are so many parts that require commentary that I would be writing a book myself Rapeal did not play around when it came to his wife Bri and his baby! He is the true example of a husband, his love and that he loves his family; especially his mother! What a beautiful matriarch I really enjoy how our favorite heroes (all the brothers) are a part of this amazing story!!! WOW I really enjoy reading Stephanie Nicole Norris and she did it again!
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772 reviews17 followers
November 24, 2021
I love me some Ms. Norris, and while I'm discussing love, might I add that her updates on the Valentines are EVERYTHING?! This really made my Thanksgiving Holiday! Also, Ms. Norris is the QUEEN of writing sexy times in the shower! Those scenes be sexyAF and the Valentine men be puttin' it doooooown!🔥🔥 🤣🤣 And really, Raphael?! Four California Kings?! Whew! Daaaaaayum!! 🤤😜 Be it snippet, teaser, or novella, I am LOVING every addition to this series!💖💖
2,075 reviews14 followers
November 26, 2021
Wow!

Another Stephanie Norris banger. Although this book was short, I felt all the love that Rafael and Bri had for each other. It’s always great when I can get an update on the Valentine men and their women. These men worked hard, played hard and loved even harder. The best part for me was the emotions that Rafael displayed at the birth of their son. Thank you Stephanie for your dedication to your craft.
944 reviews5 followers
November 27, 2021
Amazing❤❤❤

Omg I just love this family🤗❤❤❤🙌🏽🙌🏽 bri and Raphael chemistry is off the chain the way the valentine men love their women is simply amazing. Ioved the scene with him focusing on her with the len of the 🎥 at the event and carla had cracking up where my man lol ..at the event she was wanting his touch which he was nearby. and birth of their son 😭😭❤❤😍 was everything one of my
Favorite family can't wait for more updates in them and 🌹 family🤗🤗❤😉
91 reviews
November 28, 2021
Awesome Follow-up!

Thank you, thank you, thank you for the follow up story I didn't know I needed. We all want to know what happens next day the end of story when you're first reading it but this really gave me some closure to their story. It also hinted at a future story in Africa. As usual with this series the romance and unadulterated love was EVERYTHING! Stephanie you know you can tell a story girl!
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30 reviews6 followers
January 28, 2022
Bree and Raphael are two of my favorite Valentine’s. This story touched home with the way most men think and treat a woman while pregnant with there children. We are not as fragile as men think. I enjoyed reading this story and will be looking to reading more about the growing Valentine family. I highly recommend reading this story and others about The Valentine’s and friends. Please keep them coming Stephanie Norris (Amazing Author).
637 reviews
March 22, 2022
Never disappointed ❤️

The Valentine Men still out here making women swoon over them! This moment with Bri and Raphael was cute and joyous. I got a chance to see how they grew and matured in their love and it was definitely worth the wait. Yes, Raphael still got it, Walter E. Smith on speed dial at that Valentine home😜. The man is definitely something to be reckoned with behind closed doors 🥵. Great catch up Ms. Norris
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306 reviews1 follower
November 24, 2021
A Table for Three

I love the Valentines. This couple is one of my favorites. So happy that they get to have a happy healthy baby and go threw the similar aspects of pregnancy for both men and woman. Plus the fact that their love is strong and they are for ever wanting to please and love on one another
169 reviews
November 29, 2021
Perfect Update

Absolutely amazing!!!!! Just what we needed for the holidays. An update on what's happening with one of the most amazing families. So very happy for Raphael and Bri. Welcome Junior🤗🤗🤗!!!!! Can't wait to read Allison & Lance and Hunter & Camilla's stories. Whose next in the Rose family🤔🤔🤔🤔? Stephanie Nicole Norris you did it again QUEEN!!!! 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🌠🌠🌠🌠🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
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44 reviews
July 9, 2025
Baby…Oh Baby!

Pregnancy is a beautiful thing. But, can be one of hr most stressful times in one’s life. Of course everything is out of wack and emotions or all over the place. Bri definitely experienced all of this during her pregnancy. But, Raphael was there to reassure her and love her no matter what. Great holiday story.
35 reviews
November 26, 2021
Aww

What an amazing update SNN. You didn't have to donit but you did. That Raphael is something else. I love the Valentines so when I can get an update on them it is much appreciated. Nice quick read. Table for three is a must.
87 reviews1 follower
November 26, 2021
Reunion with the Valentine's

I loved reading the Valentine series and I was disappointed when it ended. I was glad that you decided to keep us updated on what's happening in the characters lives. Keep writing and I will keep reading them..
217 reviews
November 26, 2021
Good Times

I chose this because it was good to read about the changes and the growing of the families. It was also good to read about the Rose's and the Valentine's in the same book again.
11 reviews
November 26, 2021
Table for 3

I enjoyed "Table For Three." This holiday novella held my interest from the first page and I wanted more at the end. Great read. I recommend this book but read the other 10 novels before this one!!
18 reviews4 followers
November 28, 2021
Another must read book by Ms. Norris. This novella held my interest until the end & hated to see the novella come to an end. The Valentine & the Rose families are my favorite families. Enjoyed the chemistry between Bri & Raphael. Loved catching up on the Valentine men & their Queens .
51 reviews1 follower
November 29, 2021
Love, Love, Love, Love

I love it. I love that it includes all of the Valentine's. I love that there are more babies coming, which means we'll most likely be getting more stories. Yay! And, I love your writing, Stephanie!
173 reviews1 follower
December 10, 2021
A Good Holiday Read

This was a really good lunchtime and holiday. It was nice catching up with my book family, the Valentines. I enjoyed it, and wished it was at least twice as long. Bravo!
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953 reviews14 followers
December 13, 2021
Trimester blues!!!!

Great update! Raphael is my favorite Valentine. I love the cadence used when he talks. Its almost robotic. Bri is hilarious pregnant... All she had to do was aak...all he had to do waa try... Communication is always the key.
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6,014 reviews111 followers
December 15, 2021
So good

I love to get an update on couples I've read about and adored. Raphael is one of my favorites, and his situation with his first love made him highly favored in my book. He received his happily in love and marriage with a sweet bonus.
462 reviews
December 23, 2021
Raphael and Bri

Just beautiful. It is always a pleasure revisiting the characters in your books. Especially the Valentine's and the Roses. I can't wait for the next book. This book had romance, sexy appeal and laughter. Beautiful!!!
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828 reviews7 followers
December 30, 2021
Love the Valentines!

I think Bri and Raphael are one of my favorite Valentine couples! Love the chemistry between them. So glad the Roses and Valentines are friends. This author never disappoints her stories always hold my attention from beginning to end!
1,250 reviews9 followers
January 12, 2022
Great read

Great read, I enjoyed catching with the Valentines. Raphael and Bri are having a baby. Her third trimester was emotional for her. It was good to see them overcome their challenges. As well as , the announcement that the Valentine’s family is growing.
272 reviews5 followers
January 29, 2022
The Ever Growing Valentine Clan

I love Raphael and Bri and am so excited to read of their blessing. It was wonderful seeing the Valentine family and getting a glimpse of the Rose family as well.

Well done Author Stephanie Nicole Norris.
103 reviews
February 12, 2022
And baby makes three

Why do men get afraid to touch there ladies when they late in their pregnancy. Ask the doctor and keep loving your woman. I love the uniqueness of each twin. I never tire of revisiting them. Sexy black men that love their women. I love it!
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126 reviews1 follower
February 26, 2022
A Romantic Quickie

Raphael & Bri St. James Valentine love and passion for one another is no doubt Hot! Love the Valentine Clan and how they love on their WIVES. It's so nice to be there for the birth and blessing of Raphael Jr.
325 reviews2 followers
March 14, 2022
A Valentine Holiday

This quick story updating us on what’s going on with Raphael and Bri was just too adorable. It’s good to know what the Valentines are up too with their growing families.
770 reviews3 followers
April 18, 2022
A new life

How exciting it is to bring forth a new life an amazing addition to your family. Raphael thinking that he may hurt Bri because of the multiple headboards they have broken was sweet but I understand where Bri was coming from. Give me the "D".
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1,218 reviews7 followers
June 30, 2022
Oh my!

What a wonderful way to update me on this amazing happenings with the "Valentine" family. Looking forward to reading, "Safe in His Loving Refuge" to read an update on "Rose" family.

I like this author's passion and creativity!
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