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Some Days
Dutiful daughter, my brother’s keeper, civil servant, and protector of my city—that’s me, Officer Dahlia Wicker. I’m a master at switching hats, until an ambush in the line of duty forces a new title on me—gunshot victim. I wake up in the emergency room, scared to death, and staring into the face of an angel with soft-yet-firm hands and a smile that makes my heart tremble.
Dr. Weston Ellison’s promise to look after my little brother eases my anxiety. His hands on my skin remind me I haven’t been touched by a man in a long time. After my recovery, I can’t stop running into him and I’m forced to admit how often I think about his lips and how badly I want them on me.
We are way too different.
Weston comes from generational wealth, and I’m Baltimore humble. Desire opens the door to our relationship, but feelings break in and take us hostage.
When my brother is unjustly arrested, a spotlight blares on our differences. Our bond falls victim to prejudice, privilege, and racism. Are we strong enough to withstand these age-old threats, or will they destroy us for good?
Dr. Weston Ellison’s promise to look after my little brother eases my anxiety. His hands on my skin remind me I haven’t been touched by a man in a long time. After my recovery, I can’t stop running into him and I’m forced to admit how often I think about his lips and how badly I want them on me.
We are way too different.
Weston comes from generational wealth, and I’m Baltimore humble. Desire opens the door to our relationship, but feelings break in and take us hostage.
When my brother is unjustly arrested, a spotlight blares on our differences. Our bond falls victim to prejudice, privilege, and racism. Are we strong enough to withstand these age-old threats, or will they destroy us for good?
- GenresContemporaryRomance
340 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 28, 2022
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J.L. Lora
16 books325 followersJ.L. Lora is a Dominican-American author of contemporary and romantic suspense. Her stories explore the dark side of good characters—people living in the gray areas of life—playing the cards life has dealt them. Her stories manifest her love for badass alpha heroines and take-your-breath-away alpha men.
Learn more about J.L. Lora at www.JLLora.com.
Learn more about J.L. Lora at www.JLLora.com.
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March 15, 2022
I received this book for free in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.Some Days by J. L. Lora is the third book in the Sometimes Love Happens Standalone Collection series. I never read the previous books, but had no issues following the story, as all the books work well as a standalone. I had a good time with this installment and plan to read the previous books soon.
The story introduces Officer Dahlia Wicker and Dr. Weston Ellison. At the beginning of the story, Dahlia got shot by a perp and Weston treated her GSW in the ER. Now, despite the circumstances, a spark of attraction flickered between them. However, Dahlia, feeling vulnerable after her recovery, wanted nothing to do with Weston. Fate, however, had different plans.
Some Days grabbed me from me from the start and kept me engaged to the end. The characters were great. However, I must admit, I had a hard time warming up to Dahlia. The lady had a humongous chip on her shoulder, which activates whenever she comes in contact with Weston. Frankly, I didn’t like her animosity towards him. However, the deeper into the story I went, my perception shifted. She works in a stressful environment and also lives in one. She has a lot on her plate, but she remained strong through it all.
Now, with Weston from the moment of his introduction, I knew I would like him. He was a wonderful character, and it was a joy getting to know him. He took his profession seriously and went above and beyond for his patients. His parents keep pressuring him to return home and start his own practice, but he has no interest in doing so.
I loved Dahlia and Weston as a couple. It took them awhile to become a couple. Dahlia, for one, didn’t make it easy with her acerbic attitude. But when she released the negative energy and apologized to Weston, then it all took off. Despite this, Dahlia was skittish and feared acknowledging her feelings. Then, in true Dahlia style, she tried to sabotage it all when her brother became a victim of racial profiling.
It was a pleasure interacting with the secondary characters. I enjoyed seeing the friendship Dahlia shared with her work partner, his wife, and sister-in-law. The support they showed each other warmed my heart. Lora touched on the issue of racial profiling. The incident caused a breakdown in Dahlia’s relationship with her family and Weston. However, loved how the situation was handled in end.
Overall, Some Days was an engaging read. It has me eager to pick up the previous books in the series. Fans of contemporary romance should add this book to their reading list. This review was originally posted on Totally Addicted to Reading
The story introduces Officer Dahlia Wicker and Dr. Weston Ellison. At the beginning of the story, Dahlia got shot by a perp and Weston treated her GSW in the ER. Now, despite the circumstances, a spark of attraction flickered between them. However, Dahlia, feeling vulnerable after her recovery, wanted nothing to do with Weston. Fate, however, had different plans.
Some Days grabbed me from me from the start and kept me engaged to the end. The characters were great. However, I must admit, I had a hard time warming up to Dahlia. The lady had a humongous chip on her shoulder, which activates whenever she comes in contact with Weston. Frankly, I didn’t like her animosity towards him. However, the deeper into the story I went, my perception shifted. She works in a stressful environment and also lives in one. She has a lot on her plate, but she remained strong through it all.
Now, with Weston from the moment of his introduction, I knew I would like him. He was a wonderful character, and it was a joy getting to know him. He took his profession seriously and went above and beyond for his patients. His parents keep pressuring him to return home and start his own practice, but he has no interest in doing so.
I loved Dahlia and Weston as a couple. It took them awhile to become a couple. Dahlia, for one, didn’t make it easy with her acerbic attitude. But when she released the negative energy and apologized to Weston, then it all took off. Despite this, Dahlia was skittish and feared acknowledging her feelings. Then, in true Dahlia style, she tried to sabotage it all when her brother became a victim of racial profiling.
It was a pleasure interacting with the secondary characters. I enjoyed seeing the friendship Dahlia shared with her work partner, his wife, and sister-in-law. The support they showed each other warmed my heart. Lora touched on the issue of racial profiling. The incident caused a breakdown in Dahlia’s relationship with her family and Weston. However, loved how the situation was handled in end.
Overall, Some Days was an engaging read. It has me eager to pick up the previous books in the series. Fans of contemporary romance should add this book to their reading list. This review was originally posted on Totally Addicted to Reading
April 29, 2022
The blurb made this book sound better than it was. I was disappointed. The plot was interesting. Some parts were well written while others weren’t. I didn’t like Dahlia at all. I thought she was immature and a little childish though I did love the work relationship she had with her partner, Hunter. I liked Weston, though he too came off as “better than” others. He did exhibit the same “I’m better than you because I have money” attitude his parents had though just not as bad. I couldn’t connect with either one and I really wanted to. I will give this author another chance in the future.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advance copy of this book.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advance copy of this book.
April 4, 2022
J.L. Lora nice to meet your work. I fell in love. The words. The content. The reality. The writing. If you did not notice or catch the reference, this was my introduction to J.L. Lora. The words on the page were more than just words put together to make a story. The content was moving and pushing some boundaries. The reality of what the story dealt with and the world today were clear. The writing was clear, concise, and consuming.
Meeting Weston and Dahlia was my pleasure. They both were unique individuals. They each had a different perspective of the world around them. Weston was a privileged, wealthy white man. Dahlia was a hard working black female civil servant. Her family came with all the drama and intensity of a typical working class black family. Weston was not all that typical of his privileged background. He was a health care provider, doctor, but he was not blinded by the status of his existence.
The two characters were developed to meet their circumstance. Weston was a doctor that cared. He had compassion. Dahlia was what one would call the typical black bitch. She was strong, independent, over worked and not so much by her job. She had so many that depended on her. It showed in her daily actions and conversation. Each character had to face diversity, adversity, and stigmas.
Kudos to J.L. Lora. I found a story that took me on a realistic journey of a relationship in today's world.
Meeting Weston and Dahlia was my pleasure. They both were unique individuals. They each had a different perspective of the world around them. Weston was a privileged, wealthy white man. Dahlia was a hard working black female civil servant. Her family came with all the drama and intensity of a typical working class black family. Weston was not all that typical of his privileged background. He was a health care provider, doctor, but he was not blinded by the status of his existence.
The two characters were developed to meet their circumstance. Weston was a doctor that cared. He had compassion. Dahlia was what one would call the typical black bitch. She was strong, independent, over worked and not so much by her job. She had so many that depended on her. It showed in her daily actions and conversation. Each character had to face diversity, adversity, and stigmas.
Kudos to J.L. Lora. I found a story that took me on a realistic journey of a relationship in today's world.
March 15, 2022
Conflicted (contains spoilers)
The book was well written and I enjoyed that both Dahlia and Weston didn’t have the cliché professions for a black woman and a white man. Unfortunately that’s were the non cliché stopped.
Let’s start with Dahlia. I wish the author would have given us more details on who she was. She was reduced to family’s keeper, cop and incapable of dealing with her emotions. For instance, we know she’s black, Latino and in her 30s but what else? What does she look like, what’s her heritage, does she still have a link to her culture, family beyond her mother and brother? What did she study in college, what are her dreams?
Her reaction to Weston after the incident really annoyed me. I think most people, who never had to deal with the police would have reacted like he did. Then she resented him because her brother liked him better? Childish and clearly not ready for a relationship. All this time with a counselor should have been spent in her dealing and being in a relationship.
As for Weston, he really angered me. Having a conscious is great but somehow being deluded that it makes you better than other people is irritating. His father might have been set in his ways, however he was right in saying that no matter what Weston’s does he is who he is and he enjoyed and continues to enjoy his privilege. Instead of behaving like a teenager about it, it would be better if he actually used that privilege for good. His family is worth billions and he is smart and has his finger on the pulse on what’s needed in Baltimore. Instead of being petulant with his father, he could help the company establish much needed programs. As a doctor, having a clinic for the less fortunate? Better than sitting on his high horse and judging his parents.
Anyway, I felt that too much was spent on Dahlia’s family drama and not enough on the romance.
The book was well written and I enjoyed that both Dahlia and Weston didn’t have the cliché professions for a black woman and a white man. Unfortunately that’s were the non cliché stopped.
Let’s start with Dahlia. I wish the author would have given us more details on who she was. She was reduced to family’s keeper, cop and incapable of dealing with her emotions. For instance, we know she’s black, Latino and in her 30s but what else? What does she look like, what’s her heritage, does she still have a link to her culture, family beyond her mother and brother? What did she study in college, what are her dreams?
Her reaction to Weston after the incident really annoyed me. I think most people, who never had to deal with the police would have reacted like he did. Then she resented him because her brother liked him better? Childish and clearly not ready for a relationship. All this time with a counselor should have been spent in her dealing and being in a relationship.
As for Weston, he really angered me. Having a conscious is great but somehow being deluded that it makes you better than other people is irritating. His father might have been set in his ways, however he was right in saying that no matter what Weston’s does he is who he is and he enjoyed and continues to enjoy his privilege. Instead of behaving like a teenager about it, it would be better if he actually used that privilege for good. His family is worth billions and he is smart and has his finger on the pulse on what’s needed in Baltimore. Instead of being petulant with his father, he could help the company establish much needed programs. As a doctor, having a clinic for the less fortunate? Better than sitting on his high horse and judging his parents.
Anyway, I felt that too much was spent on Dahlia’s family drama and not enough on the romance.
March 11, 2022
Some Days by J. L. Lora is the third book her in series Sometimes Love Happens Standalones Collection. All of the books are connected by reoccurring characters but can be read alone. This book is very tightly written and fast paced. When the story opens Officer Dahlia Wicker has been wounded in the line of duty and is being treated by ER doctor, Weston Ellison. Even under these trying circumstances, the tough cop and the overworked doctor feel a spark of attraction. Weston is a wonderful character, kindhearted, caring, handsome and flirtatious. He has a shaky relationship with his wealthy and snobby family. Dahlia, on the other hand, is harder to connect with; she has a challenging job, a sometimes off putting attitude (mean), a burdensome family and hard shell. When she does finally allow her attraction for Weston to take root, she self-sabotages the relationship when her brother gets into trouble with the law. Weston tries desperately to be there for her and her family only to be rebuffed and pushed away. Will Dahlia allow their differences in privilege, wealth and outlook derail this promising connection? This story is extremely well written and has many teachable moments about race relations, domestic violence, tolerance and self-care.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
March 11, 2022
From the first word to the last this book kept my attention. Dahlia meets Weston when she gets shot in the line of duty and he is the attending physician who saves her life. Normally stories like this would have the hero be a male officer who meets a female angel in the medical profession, that was step one in getting my attention in this story and I was glued all the way to the end. There is action, there is love, there is strong passion and there is present day social instances of modern day injustice’s. Nothing is sugar coated and when this story ended, I felt as if I had been drenched in a lifetime of real time moments. What I mean is this book is a really good read, scars and all. . I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
March 9, 2022
I really enjoyed this book and all the characters. Dahlia is a strong cop but also in tune with her emotions. Weston is a caring doctor that really puts in the effort. I enjoyed the banter between Dahila and her partner on their rounds and about the relationship she had with her family. It was interesting to see the perspective of a POC police officer and how she impacted her family and community. The author was super detailed in her descriptions and made it easy to visualize the setting and emotions in each chapter. This book felt longer than it needed to be sometimes and a little predictable but it was a good read.
March 24, 2022
This book is totally an OUTSTANDING read. J. L. Lora is a wonderful and talented artist.
This book is proof, of that.
Some Days is the type of read you’d expect to not just to insight you to letting your voice being heard. But, it encourages you to know what your limits are and shows you the possibilities to move pass them.
I’m totally looking forward to seeing more. And that includes books 1&2.
Any opinions expressed within this review are solely and uniquely made by me and I am happily leaving this review. I voluntarily received an advanced copy of this book via bsprout.
This book is proof, of that.
Some Days is the type of read you’d expect to not just to insight you to letting your voice being heard. But, it encourages you to know what your limits are and shows you the possibilities to move pass them.
I’m totally looking forward to seeing more. And that includes books 1&2.
Any opinions expressed within this review are solely and uniquely made by me and I am happily leaving this review. I voluntarily received an advanced copy of this book via bsprout.
November 17, 2025
I give a 3.75 rating
I got this book off of stuff your kindle day for free. The author has great potential for better writing the story was good. This my first time reading a cop and doctor romance. Dahlia reminded me a lot of myself with her being a hot head. I love how patient Weston was. The beginning was cheesy but her writing improved as the book went on. Both main characters had development and other issues outside of their relationship. Good book but there is room for greater potential
I got this book off of stuff your kindle day for free. The author has great potential for better writing the story was good. This my first time reading a cop and doctor romance. Dahlia reminded me a lot of myself with her being a hot head. I love how patient Weston was. The beginning was cheesy but her writing improved as the book went on. Both main characters had development and other issues outside of their relationship. Good book but there is room for greater potential
March 11, 2022
This was a fantastic and beautifully written book by author JL Lora! Dahlia and Weston characters were very relatable and well developed. This story touched on many of today’s issues without overpowering the story or taking anything away from the journey of Weston and Dahlia. I loved all the characters including the secondary characters. Looking forward to reading more from this author.. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
March 11, 2022
I really enjoyed this book. It is a true interracial romance that doesn’t try to disguise itself as something else. It takes on important issues like mental health and autism. Dahlia’s a cop in Baltimore and Weston’s a doctor. They meet when Dahlia’s shot in the line of duty. There’s a lot going on in this book which isn’t glossed over. This is truly one of the best books I’ve read in a while. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
March 12, 2022
Thank you to NetGalley for my review copy.
This took me a little while to get into, I’d say a good 35% of the way through, but then I was obsessed.
Weston and Dahlia are both such strong characters, I was absolutely rooting for them, and the steamy scenes are hot! Major crushes on Weston and his mouth here.
The book also deals with domestic violence and racial inequalities in a really sensitive and honest way.
Very enjoyable read and lush cover!
This took me a little while to get into, I’d say a good 35% of the way through, but then I was obsessed.
Weston and Dahlia are both such strong characters, I was absolutely rooting for them, and the steamy scenes are hot! Major crushes on Weston and his mouth here.
The book also deals with domestic violence and racial inequalities in a really sensitive and honest way.
Very enjoyable read and lush cover!
March 9, 2022
Wow this book is an interesting read . The characters are loveable and the storyline is about prejudice, privilege, and racism. Can Dahlia and Weston over come the issues and truly be happy well you have to find out . . I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
March 10, 2022
First for this author and I am so glad I took a chance. This book was so beautifully written. The characters was relatable and realistic. Love how it touched on todays issues. Absolutely love all the characters. . I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
November 24, 2022
Great Journey
First time with thus author, and I will look for more. It was different in the way they got together and the challenges they went through with their differences. Although there was a racial difference, it didn't seem to be the real theme, the individuals each had their stuff to manage and race was a side issue between them.
First time with thus author, and I will look for more. It was different in the way they got together and the challenges they went through with their differences. Although there was a racial difference, it didn't seem to be the real theme, the individuals each had their stuff to manage and race was a side issue between them.
March 1, 2022
Really good story!
by Renetia
My sister is a cop, so I understood Dahlia's issues. Having stated that Weston was really that dude. He wanted to be there and support her regardless. It was a little drawn out, but overall a good story that love does win.
by Renetia
My sister is a cop, so I understood Dahlia's issues. Having stated that Weston was really that dude. He wanted to be there and support her regardless. It was a little drawn out, but overall a good story that love does win.
April 2, 2022
Hot and steamy entertaining story with fantastic characters. Many lol moments. Banter between characters was awesome. Well detailed storyline that i definitely enjoyed. .
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
October 6, 2022
Rating: 4.5/5.0
This well-rounded story has genuine, relatable content, which readers will gobble up.
Read full review in the 2022 October issue of InD'tale Magazine.
This well-rounded story has genuine, relatable content, which readers will gobble up.
Read full review in the 2022 October issue of InD'tale Magazine.
November 6, 2024
Meh
This book did not excite me. I really did not like Dalia, her mother or her brother. I don't know if I like the doctor, but he was definitely more tolerable than Dalia and her family. I'm still swooning over Matt and Sierra, their relationship is relatable.
This book did not excite me. I really did not like Dalia, her mother or her brother. I don't know if I like the doctor, but he was definitely more tolerable than Dalia and her family. I'm still swooning over Matt and Sierra, their relationship is relatable.
November 17, 2022
review to come...
November 19, 2022
Firstly I would like to thank NetGalley and Victory Editing for allowing to me to read an ARC of Some Days.
Kudos to the cover for captivating lust and passion in a beautiful photograph. It foreshadowed the push and pull that would be to come for the main characters. In addition, the occupations of the main characters drew me into their story line as well. A black female officer in Baltimore shot in the line of duty and a handsome tattoo doctor coming to her aid. However I must admit that the payoff of their love affair fell tremendously short from what I had imagined. I did not know this was a part of a series going into it but I don't think reading Some Nights or Some Mornings would have helped my appreciate of the novel. To be fair, it was not listed on Goodreads nor marketed as part of a series. I enjoyed the friendship between Sierra, Soana and Dahlia but that was the extent of my enjoyment. The romance between Dahlia and Weston was lackluster, childish and in the beginning very cringy. While I could relate to Dahlia's familiar dynamic it became too toxic and I found myself becoming irate. I do not wish to diminish this book or the societal commentary that it touches on such as police profiling, classism, autism and therapy. However I did not find this enjoyable. The writing was patchy and at times uncharacteristic. I wish I would have liked this book more than I did. However I must remain honest.
Kudos to the cover for captivating lust and passion in a beautiful photograph. It foreshadowed the push and pull that would be to come for the main characters. In addition, the occupations of the main characters drew me into their story line as well. A black female officer in Baltimore shot in the line of duty and a handsome tattoo doctor coming to her aid. However I must admit that the payoff of their love affair fell tremendously short from what I had imagined. I did not know this was a part of a series going into it but I don't think reading Some Nights or Some Mornings would have helped my appreciate of the novel. To be fair, it was not listed on Goodreads nor marketed as part of a series. I enjoyed the friendship between Sierra, Soana and Dahlia but that was the extent of my enjoyment. The romance between Dahlia and Weston was lackluster, childish and in the beginning very cringy. While I could relate to Dahlia's familiar dynamic it became too toxic and I found myself becoming irate. I do not wish to diminish this book or the societal commentary that it touches on such as police profiling, classism, autism and therapy. However I did not find this enjoyable. The writing was patchy and at times uncharacteristic. I wish I would have liked this book more than I did. However I must remain honest.
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