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Against All Odds #2

More Than Words

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Doniece “Niecy” Tillman is a woman all her own. She’s a go-getter who knows what she wants and what she wants is Richard Cartwright Jr. Infatuation ignites and sparks fly when she accompanies her best friend to a family game night where he is in attendance. In spite of warnings that she had her work cut out for her, Niecy sets her sights on the oldest of the Cartwright brothers, who happens to be ten years her senior.

With a swirl of new emotions forged as she gets to know him, she is taken aback when he tells her he just wants to be friends. Will she be able to keep their relationship strictly platonic or is she already too involved?

Richard Cartwright Jr. better known as RJ, is a man who doesn’t do commitment. Content with indulging in women to have his needs met, he can’t fathom his sudden interest in this feisty, young thing. Niecy entices him in a way no woman has and for RJ it becomes the very thing he runs from. With the seeds of lust already planted, he finds himself in a battle between his heart and mind. Can he be just friends with this bold beauty or will he finally give in and find a love he never knew he was craving?

132 pages, Kindle Edition

Published January 2, 2022

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Kimberly Brown

52 books2,336 followers
Kimberly Brown is a South Carolina born and raised author of contemporary/urban romance. She strives to create stories that readers can visualize in their heads as the pages turn. Writing has been a part of her journey since a young age but really became a focal point during her high school years. With the support of her classmates, she began sharing her love of words with others. In 2019 she took her first step towards becoming a serious writer with self-publishing. August of 2021, she made her BLP debut with “Pretty Caged Bird” and is continuing to grow her catalog. With a bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a pending masters in Mental Health Counseling, Kimberly loves to incorporate mental health into her writings as she feels it is not talked about or address enough within the African American community.

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Profile Image for Rashawnda.
1,391 reviews1,337 followers
January 11, 2023
I was anticipating RJ and Niecy’s story from the moment their connection was made known in Beyond Measures. We got glimpses of their progressive relationship in the first book so I was definitely ready to read about them from the other side of the coin. I was excited to see this love connection from their POV and I’m low key disappointed.

Now don’t get me wrong I loved these two I mean LOVED but I feel like there was a missed opportunity to allow the readers to really connect with these two. Instead of reading that they went to the food festival or had standing lunch appointments on Tuesday’s and Thursday’s I would have loved to experience this as it happened. Their late night conversations, the early morning FaceTimes and everything in between were generalized. We only know it happened because the author said it did. I wanted to read about these moments in real time. When we read about actual events such as them eating burgers at her place or them eating bbq together and even her going to his home when he grilled the steaks, it always ended in tension and misunderstanding. I wanted more of the good stuff, the mushy stuff! We got way too much of Sime and Ari and not enough RJ and Niecy and reenacting the scenes from Beyond Measure was a waste of words. (Their first meeting at the Cartwright’s and Ari setting up Sime’s surprise). I can understand if the intent was to establish a timeline but I still think it was unnecessary.

I also wanted more character development. Why was RJ so against commitment? He came from a loving two parent household so the examples were there. He mentioned doing the woman in his last serious relationship wrong but why? Did something happen? Did someone break his heart? Usually when we get these closed off men that hide their emotions it for a reason. So KB 🗣️ what was the reason *Cardi B Voice*

I loved that Niecy made it crystal clear what she wanted from RJ from day one. He swore she was a lil girl due to their 10 year age difference but she was on her grown woman ish and was able to come to him and lay her cards on the table. She was confident and strong and she was not about to allow RJ to play in her face. I’m happy that RJ was finally able to admit that he was feeling Niecy because sis knew she was the prize and he was about to lose out! This was a really good continuation to the series and I’m ready to see how Memphis and Lovey close things out.
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1,102 reviews323 followers
April 27, 2022
RJ & Nicey

It took RJ a minute to really admit his feelings for Nicey….I love the fact that Nicey was up front from the time the two formally were introduced that she was really feeling him…But, we can’t get mad at RJ either…he simply wasn’t ready for whatever reason….eventually he got it together before she moved on with someone else and admitted that he wanted to be more than friends….
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697 reviews104 followers
May 10, 2022
Neicy x RJ

Yall, let me tell you how good this book was…..I have no words…🤣🤣
But seriously, this was amazing. The dialogue in this book between RJ and Niecy was sooo good. Every line, every come back, all of it… brilliant. RJ had no idea what he was getting himself into messing around with Neicy. She definitely shot her shot but she wasn't with the shīts either. RJ thought she was a "little girl" because of their 10 years age difference, but Neicy was all woman. GREAT READ. Highly recommend.
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1,559 reviews189 followers
April 22, 2022
Friends, but it's giving MORE

Rj and Niecy's love story was a lot calmer than Sime and Ari's and I appreciated the differences. In fact the stories didn't feel similar at all and I respect that the author showed range.

Rj was in his early 30s and was living what he thought was his best life. He was single, free to do as he pleased, self employed with a bomb business and he was secure in the fact that he was that dude. He never really cared or wanted to be more with a woman until Niecy. From the moment he met her, he knew she was different. He however didn't think he had the capacity to be what she deserved, so he tried to keep her at arms length, well in his mind.

Niecy was smart, beautiful, bold, and confident. She was in her mid 20s and was working to complete her master's degree. She had a bright future and she wanted RJ in it. She was immediately attracted to him, but they were not on the same page. Rj was giving wishy washy, with the mixed signals he was throwing out. They seemed to be very in tune with each other. Their connection was easy, but also confusing to Niecy. I completely understood why she wanted distance, because for him to be older he was in fact playing.

Once they moved past the bs. I enjoyed their evolution. I think that Rjs hesitancy actually helped them in the long run because their friendship was the backbone of their relationship and you could tell they genuinely liked each other.

This was a quick read and I fully enjoyed it.
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66 reviews4 followers
November 12, 2022
This was a good and quick read. I wanted more of Niecy and RJ!!!!
Profile Image for Toya  Davis-Stokley.
2,806 reviews123 followers
January 11, 2022
I was so anxious to see what would become of RJ and Niecy, after Sime and Ari's story. I still don't understand why RJ was so adverse to commitment! Did someone hurt him, or was he just THAT afraid to go there? Miss Niecy knew what she wanted from jump, and would not settle for anything less that that! I had to applaud her for doing what was necessary for her own peace, when RJ friendzoned her. RJ teased Niecy about being young, but he was the one was being and acting immature! He knew what he was feeling, and being the mature one, he needed to speak up on it! He almost missed out on his good thing, being a scary ass! 😂 Hope Memphis is next! Good read! 👍👍👍
Profile Image for Jennifer Clark.
352 reviews11 followers
January 17, 2022
5 stars love star!!

Rj is a "seasoned" man that only wanted to get his manhood wet and not fall in love. RJ didn't expect to be tempted by Neicy.
Niecy was young driven college student that seen a man that she wanted. Niecy was advise that RJ was a little stubborn but she like a challenge.
One night at club and RJ realized he was interested in Niecy but it was too late.
I am glad they had thier own book.. Definitely a fan of Kimberly!
Profile Image for Jahari Dowdy.
875 reviews4 followers
January 5, 2022
I loved this couple!! I am glad the age thing was not a thing. This was such a sweet 😍love ❤️ story with a little family drama! Michelle was trash 🗑 and got what she deserved. Another great read👍🏾👍🏾👏🏽👏🏽🔥✍🏼
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158 reviews2 followers
April 19, 2024
This was so cute I loved them together. I knew I would like them a little more than the first couple.
Profile Image for Mia Morgan.
1,163 reviews34 followers
May 18, 2024
Ok

I kind of wanted their story to start off after RJ announced in book one they were a couple. It started all from the beginning. We knew that already. It was ok read.
Profile Image for Jacque.
628 reviews207 followers
January 21, 2022
this was a great KU read!! I was lookin for a short steamy novella & this very much delivered🙌🏻I really liked Nicey and RJ's romance, now I want to go back and read Sime & Ari's book!!!

Content Notes: Nicey is a Black woman who i think is 24yo getting a masters in school counceling. RJ is a 34yo Black man who is an architect. They meet bc Nicey's best friend is with RJ's brother Sime.

Content Warnings: i think just consumption of alcohol and weed
Profile Image for Dawn Higgs.
Author 2 books29 followers
April 24, 2022
Loved it...

Kimberly Brown has been a wonderful surprise and top tier when it comes to my fave authors.

I thoroughly enjoyed RJ and Niecy. I loved that Niecy was straightforward and blunt. I was with her all the way. I also loved watching RJ evolve. Their chemistry was so good.

Another great read from Ms. Brown. I'm 2 books away from completing her catalogue then I'm gonna be like a joneser waiting for the next new book😎😎😎

4⭐s Highly Recommend. Ms. Brown has yet to miss.

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Profile Image for Q. Moore.
1,022 reviews43 followers
January 5, 2022
Mr. RJ

Mrs. Brown is starting our year off on the right foot. I have been anticipating reading more on the Cartwrights, especially Mama Cartwright. She still the same in this book, doesn't take any ish from anyone. I loved when RJ said, "there's not a person on God's green Earth that could shake me. I take that back. Celia Cartwright absolutely scared me at times, but that was a different story." It was almost as if God reminded RJ and said "son, how about your mother."

Niecey wore RJ down in a consistent but persistent way and I am here for all. As RJ thought she was a youngin' she was grown grown and knew what she wanted. He didn't realize until later she was exactly what he needed.

This is another fantastic read, not as urban as Sime and Ari's story, but a page turner in its own right. It had just enough drama to keep you intrigued and entertained. It was ironic how similar RJ and Sime were in their sexual escapades, but you wouldn't guess from RJ demeanor and "nerdy" ways. I most certainly recommend it and know you will enjoy it. It has a plethora of hot, steamy scenes that will also keep your attention. I am looking forward to the next release. I am hoping that Memphis gets a chance to share his story. I get a deep gut feeling that his story may be more similar to Sime. I think Lovey's ex may just be a piece of work.
Profile Image for Jass Hines.
73 reviews9 followers
April 17, 2024
Talk about being direct! I don't think Niecy could have been any clearer with her intentions on her relationship with RJ! aaaaand I loved it! I loved seeing a woman say exactly what's on her mind.

The beginning of their relationship was so pure and I loved the story of them getting to know each other. I wish the story could have been a little longer, so I could have gotten more of them interacting with each other because they were so cute together. I was so glad the age difference didn't really stay a factor for long!

I was confused on why RJ was so hellbent on just being friends with Niecy. I really wanted to know why he had commitment issues. like did something happen orrr?

Ms. Michelle got exactly what she was looking for too! She most definitely had the right one. All in all, their story ended perfectly and I loved their HEA.
1,242 reviews9 followers
January 9, 2022
More than words

When I first read the description I thought of the character in the movie The Family That Preys when I saw the name Richard Cartwright and I wondered if this book would have a similar character. I’m very happy that this Richard Cartwright was so different than the one in the movie. This Richard just had to see what could be with Niecy to commit. Their connection from their friendship to their love story was cute and they just clicked despite their age difference. Niecy knew what she wanted from the beginning and she wasn’t willing to compromise on that which is admirable because some women will just take what they can get in hopes for the man to change and commit but she wasn’t going for that. I enjoyed reading this story and would recommend.
220 reviews2 followers
January 5, 2022
Enjoyed it.

I enjoyed reading RJ & Niecy's story. Sparks were flying from the beginning but RJ was hesitant, thinking he didn't know how to be a boyfriend. Niecy knew she wanted RJ from the beginning but retreated when he insisted they were friends yet acting as a couple. It took Niecy pulling back for RJ to open his eyes and see that he was willing to at least try because she invoked feelings in him that he never felt before. By the end, they were both able to stop denying feelings and work it out. Great read.
33 reviews
November 3, 2024
Niecy may have been young, but she was ready. She knew exactly what she wanted and that was RJ. RJ tried to run from her because he didn't want to commit, but she let him know she was gonna make him want her. He realized he wanted her just as much and he had to figure out how to make things right. The only thing I didn't like about this book was the repetiveness from the previous book in the series. I would've liked to know more about RJ and why he was so against commitment. Maybe I read it too fast and I don't remember that part.
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223 reviews15 followers
January 6, 2022
whew

This book was everything from beginning to end and I love me some RJ he worked my nerves but he got it right!! I love me some niecy and didn’t play no games . He was kicking himself in butt when the the niecy wanted more!! And that scene took me out lol is all I can say!! That cousin was jealous and couldn’t let go.. but RJ showed up and got it right .. them mamas off the chain I love them!! I really enjoyed this book go Kim Girllllllll
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774 reviews18 followers
January 5, 2022
So good!

Kimberly Brown has become one of those writer I immediately one click when her books drop. I know that as a reader I am going to get a great story with great characters and be entertained from the beginning to the end. More
Than Words is all of the things. Nice to see a role reversal between RJ and Niecy in the beginning of their relationship. Great story.
Profile Image for Tera L. Kirksey.
753 reviews20 followers
January 6, 2022
More than Words

Niecey was a chick who knew exactly what she wanted. Richard Cartwright was a stubborn soul who finally meet his match. A younger chick did break him down and the sparks were there. Life happened but they endured.
This was a good read and my first read from this author. I know it won't be my last.
628 reviews
January 7, 2022
Great read

I'm glad I kept reading because I thought this was going to be a thug life read but I like the way the characters actually had good careers and going to school. It just showed me another side of productive life from another perspective.

It was actually a good love story with highs and lows. If a man wants you he is willing to change for you.
207 reviews1 follower
January 16, 2022
RJ & Niecey

More than words was the best spin-off to beyond measures. I was looking forward to this couple. Yeah, RJ felt like he couldn't commit but Niecy showed him. I love the animosity they had going on. Nice chemistry! I truly enjoyed them as it coincide with Ari & Sime story. Way to go 🙌
Profile Image for Sonya Williams.
1,017 reviews3 followers
January 9, 2022
💖💖

This was great older man younger women love story that didn't center around a lot of game playing. Although younger Niecy was wise beyond her years. With RJ being older , it took a minute for him to realize what a prize he had in Niecy.
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702 reviews5 followers
January 17, 2022
yess

RJ and Niecy are perfect for each other their chemistry was just perfect and I knew this in beyond measures! More than words just amplified the love they show and share! Great reads! A good love story is always it!
Profile Image for Helen Clark.
1,127 reviews7 followers
January 17, 2022
Changes

This story was beautifully written. We're so caught up on old ways, that sometimes we tend to miss the blessings sent from above.

I loved the way Neicey knew what she wanted and was willing to after it. I appreciated after RJ had that talk with his mother, he started to come to turns with his feelings.
I loved the club scene when he was forced to deal with his feelings headon. What a beautiful story!
1,090 reviews4 followers
January 19, 2022
loved it

Neicy and RJ were a great couple
It was great seeing their love unfold
Neicy knew what she wanted and wasn't afraid to go after it
The love of family and friends was evident throughout the story and all the characters were relatable
Love won at the end and it was great
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352 reviews1 follower
May 27, 2022
Sweet story

I enjoyed this book, it was a lot less drama than the first one. I liked how they were able to fall for each other as friends even though they knew something deeper was going on. This was a nice story, great read.
886 reviews9 followers
January 6, 2022
yes

You have officially made it to my favorite author list! I read this book in less then 3 hours yes
65 reviews3 followers
January 7, 2022
Loved It!

I really enjoyed this book and this couple. I didn't want it to end. I'm glad RJ gave it a chance.
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