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B.A.E.: Before Anyone Else #2
B.A.E 2: Before Anyone Else
Happy hoes ain't hatin' and hatin' hoes ain't happy. That's how Moet feels as she steps into the role as Zane's fiancée. She can handle the blogs, but her anger won't allow Cabrina to keep disrespecting her relationship with Zane. When Cabrina takes things too far, will she and Zane bounce back from it or will this end their engagement altogether?
Tammy, is dealing with her dying husband but, if that's not enough, she has to deal with his family. Not being one to get along with Rick's family, she bites the bullet. But, when a stranger from her past comes into her life, it throws her for a loop. Will Tammy let this person in, or will she slam the door in their face?
After hearing the news about Monett, Hakeem rushes to be by her side, along with Johnathan. Hakeem can't help but to think he has something to do with it, but doesn't speak on it. Will Hakeem find out the truth? Or will Monett continue to hide the fact that Johnathan tried to kill her?
After finally getting her BAE, now Moet has to protect what she has. Will she fight, or will she let a good thing go and return to KI?
Tammy, is dealing with her dying husband but, if that's not enough, she has to deal with his family. Not being one to get along with Rick's family, she bites the bullet. But, when a stranger from her past comes into her life, it throws her for a loop. Will Tammy let this person in, or will she slam the door in their face?
After hearing the news about Monett, Hakeem rushes to be by her side, along with Johnathan. Hakeem can't help but to think he has something to do with it, but doesn't speak on it. Will Hakeem find out the truth? Or will Monett continue to hide the fact that Johnathan tried to kill her?
After finally getting her BAE, now Moet has to protect what she has. Will she fight, or will she let a good thing go and return to KI?
- GenresUrbanAfrican American
226 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 7, 2022
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February 29, 2016
I like the down to earth dialogue this series delivers. There were some errors and inconsistencies within the writing but not enough to take away from the story. The holiday gifts were a bit much.. it was over the top and too soon in my opinion. If it hadn't been for the last couple chapters I probably would have given this book a 3. I enjoyed the unexpected change of course but it felt a little rushed and sudden without enough detail played out in between, it was more summed up and no timing given, you just knew some time had passed once all the details started pouring out. I plan to read the next installment so I'm hoping that it will be more played out there.
February 3, 2016
Another good read. The story flowed well. Lots of new things going on with each couple.
Laughter and Tragedy...... NO SPOILERS tho!!!!
On to book 3
Laughter and Tragedy...... NO SPOILERS tho!!!!
On to book 3
January 24, 2016
This series wow....
This series is a breath of fresh air....I love the storyline. Its urban fiction but doesnt include drug dealers or thugs. I cant wait to jump in on part 3.
This series is a breath of fresh air....I love the storyline. Its urban fiction but doesnt include drug dealers or thugs. I cant wait to jump in on part 3.
January 21, 2016
OMG I'm in love with this series. I can't wait to see what's around the corner for this crew....
January 22, 2026
Till The End
Zane and Moet relationship is getting stronger as long as Cabrina stay out of their relationship.
Monet is hiding the information on who ran her off the road.
Tammy is being strong watching her husband Rick fight the cancer & decides she wants to have another baby. I love this story.
Zane and Moet relationship is getting stronger as long as Cabrina stay out of their relationship.
Monet is hiding the information on who ran her off the road.
Tammy is being strong watching her husband Rick fight the cancer & decides she wants to have another baby. I love this story.
July 2, 2016
Explosive! Moët needs to get her shit together ASAP!
March 12, 2021
THAT WAS A GREAT READ‼️‼️‼️
Ohhh noooooooo!!!!!!!
I need the answers to all of these questions pronto!!!
Will the lawsuit money come in after Rick’s death?
Will Monett finally reveal to her family about Johnathan almost killing her and Nauti?
Will she play dirty and pull out the proof of all of Johnathan’s abuse?
Is Zane cheating on Moet?
Will Tammy heal?
Or will Rick’s family come for his settlement, if she gets it?
Will Zane and Moet make it down the aisle? Will this break them?
Great read!!!
Total Book Experience 10/10
Plot/Storyline (structure)10/10
Writing (Errors) 10/10
Characters 10/10
Again-able 10/10
Emotion 10/10
Book Cover 10/10
Visual/ Illustratable 10/10
Addictiveness 10/10
Threshold quality 10/10
Unique 10/10
Ohhh noooooooo!!!!!!!
I need the answers to all of these questions pronto!!!
Will the lawsuit money come in after Rick’s death?
Will Monett finally reveal to her family about Johnathan almost killing her and Nauti?
Will she play dirty and pull out the proof of all of Johnathan’s abuse?
Is Zane cheating on Moet?
Will Tammy heal?
Or will Rick’s family come for his settlement, if she gets it?
Will Zane and Moet make it down the aisle? Will this break them?
Great read!!!
Total Book Experience 10/10
Plot/Storyline (structure)10/10
Writing (Errors) 10/10
Characters 10/10
Again-able 10/10
Emotion 10/10
Book Cover 10/10
Visual/ Illustratable 10/10
Addictiveness 10/10
Threshold quality 10/10
Unique 10/10
June 13, 2025
If I thought the first B.A.E had me in a chokehold, book 2 came through like a thief in the night and robbed me of my peace and patience.
Let’s be clear: I thought I was ready. I really did. But the way Jahquel J snatched the little bit of emotional stability I had left and replaced it with chaos, heartbreak, and I WAS NOT PREPARED. Every time I thought things were calming down, here comes another bomb, another betrayal, or some unexpected mess that had me literally SCREAMING.
The characters leveled up, but so did the drama.
The love? DEEPER.
The betrayals? COLDER.
The loyalty? TESTED.
And the enemies? Even bolder.
Jahquel gave us plot twists with pressure. Gave us pain with purpose. And gave us love stories that don’t come with a bow they come with heartbreak.
This book had me STRESSED, OBSESSED, and emotionally POSSESSED. B.A.E 2 reminded me that sometimes your person is the calm and the storm… and that love before anyone else isn’t always pretty but it’s always worth it. 💥❤️🔥📚
Let’s be clear: I thought I was ready. I really did. But the way Jahquel J snatched the little bit of emotional stability I had left and replaced it with chaos, heartbreak, and I WAS NOT PREPARED. Every time I thought things were calming down, here comes another bomb, another betrayal, or some unexpected mess that had me literally SCREAMING.
The characters leveled up, but so did the drama.
The love? DEEPER.
The betrayals? COLDER.
The loyalty? TESTED.
And the enemies? Even bolder.
Jahquel gave us plot twists with pressure. Gave us pain with purpose. And gave us love stories that don’t come with a bow they come with heartbreak.
This book had me STRESSED, OBSESSED, and emotionally POSSESSED. B.A.E 2 reminded me that sometimes your person is the calm and the storm… and that love before anyone else isn’t always pretty but it’s always worth it. 💥❤️🔥📚
June 2, 2017
Better and Better
This series is getting better and better. Zane and Moet's is still flourishing, well until that devastating news news. They were just cooling in the breeze, but all of that was Monet's fault. Hakeem and Monett got they thing going on and Hakeem is definitely doing it right. In a way I kind of feel bad for Jonathan when it comes to Nauti, but the think about how he treated Monett. The love in the story is really felt, so Tammy's reaction was really heartbreaking. Looks like there is so much going to happen in part 3, I hope Zane hasn't completely lost his mind.
This series is getting better and better. Zane and Moet's is still flourishing, well until that devastating news news. They were just cooling in the breeze, but all of that was Monet's fault. Hakeem and Monett got they thing going on and Hakeem is definitely doing it right. In a way I kind of feel bad for Jonathan when it comes to Nauti, but the think about how he treated Monett. The love in the story is really felt, so Tammy's reaction was really heartbreaking. Looks like there is so much going to happen in part 3, I hope Zane hasn't completely lost his mind.
October 8, 2025
👁️👁️🍿🍷!
Oh ..man first it was goin so well, but boy...did tht shoe drop! Hve mi i tears😭, tht was definiteli a curve ball! And i feel so sad for her! Moet🤦🏾♀️ js cnt get right, i understand wht she lost, but to blame the love of ur life like it didn't effect him, she pushed him away and nw... He's spiralin🤦🏾♀️ monett still hve a soft heart for Johnathan because she knw his background is the reason for his behavior but she gotta humble him because he doin too much, he should of took the babi steps to get monett trust enuf so he cn c his son, its his fault he in the situation 🤦🏾♀️. I cnt wait to c hw this ends👁️👁️🍿🍷!
Oh ..man first it was goin so well, but boy...did tht shoe drop! Hve mi i tears😭, tht was definiteli a curve ball! And i feel so sad for her! Moet🤦🏾♀️ js cnt get right, i understand wht she lost, but to blame the love of ur life like it didn't effect him, she pushed him away and nw... He's spiralin🤦🏾♀️ monett still hve a soft heart for Johnathan because she knw his background is the reason for his behavior but she gotta humble him because he doin too much, he should of took the babi steps to get monett trust enuf so he cn c his son, its his fault he in the situation 🤦🏾♀️. I cnt wait to c hw this ends👁️👁️🍿🍷!
December 21, 2025
I absolutely loved this book from start to finish. I recently finished another one of Jahquel’s books and decided to go into her older books and I was not dissatisfied.
She absolutely ate with the multiple POV’s - that alone adds depth to the characters to see how one character’s actions causes a reaction on others.
I loved the relationship of Monett and Monet to see them continue to be ride or dies for each other. But omg I literally was cracking up with the way Blake was really a whore 😂😭 girl had NO morals.
She absolutely ate with the multiple POV’s - that alone adds depth to the characters to see how one character’s actions causes a reaction on others.
I loved the relationship of Monett and Monet to see them continue to be ride or dies for each other. But omg I literally was cracking up with the way Blake was really a whore 😂😭 girl had NO morals.
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January 27, 2025
I did not expect that!
This was another great ready, a little on the slow burn side but overall great! The ending was heart breaking, I hoped for Rick to push through and to know that cancer played a part but was the overall reason for his ending just hurt. Moet does a lot of self sabotage and she just truly need some healing but Zayne is going to continue to make my girl crash out!
This was another great ready, a little on the slow burn side but overall great! The ending was heart breaking, I hoped for Rick to push through and to know that cancer played a part but was the overall reason for his ending just hurt. Moet does a lot of self sabotage and she just truly need some healing but Zayne is going to continue to make my girl crash out!
February 2, 2025
B.A. E. 2 Before Anyone Else
This book was definitely a great read. It was better than the first one. I loved the storyline and passion and romance, love and women camaraderie in this book. I loved most about this book was the everyday life drama we face. The ending of this book was a tear jerker and heartbreaking. I will definitely recommend this book if you like suspense and drama and romance.
This book was definitely a great read. It was better than the first one. I loved the storyline and passion and romance, love and women camaraderie in this book. I loved most about this book was the everyday life drama we face. The ending of this book was a tear jerker and heartbreaking. I will definitely recommend this book if you like suspense and drama and romance.
February 16, 2025
I'm Sure He Has A Very Good Reason
Despite his overwhelming feelings for Moet, Zane is again caught up in a compromising situation that doesn't bode well with his and Monet's relationship. But I'm sure he has a very good reason! Meanwhile, Monette, by refusing to disclose the true reason behind her and Jonathan's parting of ways, now has to go to court and fight for her son. I would sing like a canary! Poor Tammy! That's all I have to say about that!
Despite his overwhelming feelings for Moet, Zane is again caught up in a compromising situation that doesn't bode well with his and Monet's relationship. But I'm sure he has a very good reason! Meanwhile, Monette, by refusing to disclose the true reason behind her and Jonathan's parting of ways, now has to go to court and fight for her son. I would sing like a canary! Poor Tammy! That's all I have to say about that!
October 27, 2017
BAE
this book 2 was definitely a tear jerker. I cried and laughed so much I cried. I’m going to the next phase in book 3 I’m trying to get my head ready for fiesta Moët. She’s been thru a lot in 1 year.lets see wats next for her.monette and Tammy all have their fair share of roller coasters.........wats the path leading each couple to......
Happy reading
this book 2 was definitely a tear jerker. I cried and laughed so much I cried. I’m going to the next phase in book 3 I’m trying to get my head ready for fiesta Moët. She’s been thru a lot in 1 year.lets see wats next for her.monette and Tammy all have their fair share of roller coasters.........wats the path leading each couple to......
Happy reading
July 5, 2018
Nice
I can understand rick and tammy relationship dealing wit cancer. Its not a easy situation to deal wit, i can relate to that sadness. I love all the characters except for Johnathan and his mom they suck big time. I am happy i started reading this series and cant wait to read part two i didn't want to give to much away
Lol
I can understand rick and tammy relationship dealing wit cancer. Its not a easy situation to deal wit, i can relate to that sadness. I love all the characters except for Johnathan and his mom they suck big time. I am happy i started reading this series and cant wait to read part two i didn't want to give to much away
Lol
May 9, 2019
Yessssss I’m glad I started reading this series!!!
This book was right I just love me some Zane but that Cabrina can get it anytime! I like the unique names of the characters. If you need a new read start at Bae 1..nice work author a couple of grammatical errors but they can be overlooked easily!!!
This book was right I just love me some Zane but that Cabrina can get it anytime! I like the unique names of the characters. If you need a new read start at Bae 1..nice work author a couple of grammatical errors but they can be overlooked easily!!!
September 8, 2020
What an ending
I’m lowkey over here so hurt over Rick. The author built them up to only send it crashing down. Moët silly acting self need to get it together or she’s going to lose a good man. Monnett need to stop playing games and pull out all the receipts on Jonathan fraud self.
I’m lowkey over here so hurt over Rick. The author built them up to only send it crashing down. Moët silly acting self need to get it together or she’s going to lose a good man. Monnett need to stop playing games and pull out all the receipts on Jonathan fraud self.
May 3, 2024
🤔🤔🤔
Everyone judging Moët but Zyaire is a problem too. It took him too long to put Cabrina in her place. Also, if she’s expressing concern about sec and losing the baby, he should’ve understood 🙄 There are other things they could’ve done besides sex, seriously. He needs to grow up!
Everyone judging Moët but Zyaire is a problem too. It took him too long to put Cabrina in her place. Also, if she’s expressing concern about sec and losing the baby, he should’ve understood 🙄 There are other things they could’ve done besides sex, seriously. He needs to grow up!
November 4, 2025
😭😭😭
This was a very emotional book. Rick and Tammy went through so much. Mort and Zane lack of communication was causing so much unnecessary stress for them both. Monett needs to get her ish together. Trying to protect someone that caused so much pain is mental.
I hope the can recover from this.
This was a very emotional book. Rick and Tammy went through so much. Mort and Zane lack of communication was causing so much unnecessary stress for them both. Monett needs to get her ish together. Trying to protect someone that caused so much pain is mental.
I hope the can recover from this.
October 4, 2019
Oh wow!
This series is awesome. It continues to balloon into an invigorating fast paced five star banging read. With all the drama the good the bad and the ugly that's going on you'll stay with your anxiety on high wondering what's next. One click for what's next.
This series is awesome. It continues to balloon into an invigorating fast paced five star banging read. With all the drama the good the bad and the ugly that's going on you'll stay with your anxiety on high wondering what's next. One click for what's next.
November 7, 2021
Wheetttt I'm all in
Man the story is a rollercoaster ride1 minute we up and then man down, I am however enjoying the ride Once again kudos to author and onto the follow up btw I didn't need all those little questions at the end.
Man the story is a rollercoaster ride1 minute we up and then man down, I am however enjoying the ride Once again kudos to author and onto the follow up btw I didn't need all those little questions at the end.
February 24, 2025
The immaturity of the women is too much at times. Tammy shutting out family and friends. Monet protecting an abused. Moet selfishness and blaming Zane for something neither could control. It’s too much.
March 4, 2025
Okay
It only gets 4 star because of all the errors. Otherwise the story was good. I have all the questions that were at the end. I hope we get answers in part 3. But I think Zane and Moet"s relationship issues are her fault. She was rushing things instead of enjoying it.
It only gets 4 star because of all the errors. Otherwise the story was good. I have all the questions that were at the end. I hope we get answers in part 3. But I think Zane and Moet"s relationship issues are her fault. She was rushing things instead of enjoying it.
April 6, 2025
So much going on
Man my heart has broken for Tammy. I hope whatever depression she sinks into she can find the will to climb out. Monett needs to let everyone know what Jonathan did or risk the chance of losing her child to him. Come on Zane..... Really???
Man my heart has broken for Tammy. I hope whatever depression she sinks into she can find the will to climb out. Monett needs to let everyone know what Jonathan did or risk the chance of losing her child to him. Come on Zane..... Really???
August 7, 2025
Life
When I say I never expected this ending I mean it!!!!! Tammy and Rick oh my goodness! Moët and Z WTH! Jonathan take several seats sir! The roller coaster this book took me on was a lot, but I enjoyed it. On to the next because this cliff hanger right here!
When I say I never expected this ending I mean it!!!!! Tammy and Rick oh my goodness! Moët and Z WTH! Jonathan take several seats sir! The roller coaster this book took me on was a lot, but I enjoyed it. On to the next because this cliff hanger right here!
September 14, 2025
Annoying
Those sisters are so childish and annoying to me, they kept saying they were spoiled but most of the book was them doing stupid childish stuff this book was like a teenage romance smh
Those sisters are so childish and annoying to me, they kept saying they were spoiled but most of the book was them doing stupid childish stuff this book was like a teenage romance smh
November 12, 2017
Great read!!!!!
This book/author is great a real page turner. The characters are so real like even the emotional scenes. I can't wait to started the sequel.
This book/author is great a real page turner. The characters are so real like even the emotional scenes. I can't wait to started the sequel.
March 24, 2019
Loving it !
I love it ! I’m so excited to read the next part ! Whew so much to look forward to !
I love it ! I’m so excited to read the next part ! Whew so much to look forward to !
April 12, 2019
Excellent read. A must read entire series is exciting
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