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B.A.E.: Before Anyone Else #3
B.A.E 3: Before Anyone Else
After hearing another woman pick up Zane's phone she is convinced he is cheating. But, is he? With the wounds of miscarriage still opened, will the couple have a chance to get closure? Or will they continue to blame each other? She has the ring but will she ever get to walk down the aisle to become Mrs. Whitfield?
Monett is in love and ready to start her lifetime with Hakeem. What happens if her past keeps interfering with her future? Will she run Hakeem off by bringing her past into her present and future? Johnathan is ready to fight for custody of their son and doesn't wanna fight fair. Does Monett fight dirtier and provide the proof of his abuse?
With the death of Rick, Tammy has some of the hardest time she will ever endure coming. With her rider gone and two babies to care for she's at a brick wall with no way to climb over. All she wants to do is lock herself away and mourn her husband's death, but when their death the fools come out. Rick's mother wants in on the inheritance that Tammy and her daughters stand to inherit for the malpractice suit.
Will Tammy roll over and allow them to walk over her or will she pull up her sleeves and fight for what's rightfully hers. What happens when her mother wants to be in her children's life without taking accountability of what happened many years ago? Life isn't all about happy endings, will these couples get their happily ever after?
Monett is in love and ready to start her lifetime with Hakeem. What happens if her past keeps interfering with her future? Will she run Hakeem off by bringing her past into her present and future? Johnathan is ready to fight for custody of their son and doesn't wanna fight fair. Does Monett fight dirtier and provide the proof of his abuse?
With the death of Rick, Tammy has some of the hardest time she will ever endure coming. With her rider gone and two babies to care for she's at a brick wall with no way to climb over. All she wants to do is lock herself away and mourn her husband's death, but when their death the fools come out. Rick's mother wants in on the inheritance that Tammy and her daughters stand to inherit for the malpractice suit.
Will Tammy roll over and allow them to walk over her or will she pull up her sleeves and fight for what's rightfully hers. What happens when her mother wants to be in her children's life without taking accountability of what happened many years ago? Life isn't all about happy endings, will these couples get their happily ever after?
- GenresUrbanAfrican American
400 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 14, 2022
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June 16, 2025
Just when I thought I could breathe, Jahquel said, “nah, let’s make it worse.” And I loved every messy, backstabbing, emotionally unhinged second of it. These characters don’t just have problems, they ARE the problem. (Moet, Monett, & Essence)
Lies were flying, secrets were getting exposed like dirty laundry on a front lawn, and trust? GONE. Shot up. Dead on arrival.
The love? Toxic but tempting.
The drama? LOUD and disrespectful.
The thrill? Pure adrenaline. Jahquel J gave us betrayal, heartbreak, and just enough love to keep us coming back for more. If you’re not emotionally prepared, don’t even open it. But if you’re ready for chaos, welcome to the madness.
Lies were flying, secrets were getting exposed like dirty laundry on a front lawn, and trust? GONE. Shot up. Dead on arrival.
The love? Toxic but tempting.
The drama? LOUD and disrespectful.
The thrill? Pure adrenaline. Jahquel J gave us betrayal, heartbreak, and just enough love to keep us coming back for more. If you’re not emotionally prepared, don’t even open it. But if you’re ready for chaos, welcome to the madness.
December 22, 2015
Excellent ending to this story so happy that Moet and Zane got it together, as far as Monett I'm happy for her and Hakeem and glad she got the courage to come clean about her past relationship. Tammy is a very independent woman and I'm so glad that she got through with dealing with her husband's death and raising her two kids it would be nice if she would Latrell a chance. Overall this was an excellent book
February 21, 2024
Some crazy ish
You all these couple's have more drama than a fake reality show. All of them, the whole collection, the entire crew were drama ridden. Tammy was probably the least dramatic, maybe. The Moe's were the stars of that show. The men enabled the nonesense. I'm out. Let's see what you think.
You all these couple's have more drama than a fake reality show. All of them, the whole collection, the entire crew were drama ridden. Tammy was probably the least dramatic, maybe. The Moe's were the stars of that show. The men enabled the nonesense. I'm out. Let's see what you think.
January 5, 2016
A Great Read
This entire series was a great read. I love how Zyair and Moet continued to conquer their problems together. I am so happy for her and this pregnancy. I hate that Rick died, but I'm glad that Tammy is finally finding some happiness. I would love for her and Latrell to get together. I'm also happy that Monett finally faced those demons of her past and found true love and happiness with Hakeem. I look forward to seeing what is next by this author.
This entire series was a great read. I love how Zyair and Moet continued to conquer their problems together. I am so happy for her and this pregnancy. I hate that Rick died, but I'm glad that Tammy is finally finding some happiness. I would love for her and Latrell to get together. I'm also happy that Monett finally faced those demons of her past and found true love and happiness with Hakeem. I look forward to seeing what is next by this author.
February 4, 2016
WOW.... I am in a better place now, than I was at the end of book 2. I was so in my feelings......
This book had me in tears too, but I am happy to say, by the end of the book, I did feel some better, still in tears, but happier tears.
Funny moments, sad moments and clarity moments made this book seem so realistic to me.
On to book 4
This book had me in tears too, but I am happy to say, by the end of the book, I did feel some better, still in tears, but happier tears.
Funny moments, sad moments and clarity moments made this book seem so realistic to me.
On to book 4
October 31, 2017
One of the best series I e read this year
I love Jahquel her writing is so life like.zane and his crew are so dope, the men love and protect their women and the women go just as hard.i was sad that it ended but have a little buzz kniw8ng there’s a 4 th book...... I’m off to reading
I love Jahquel her writing is so life like.zane and his crew are so dope, the men love and protect their women and the women go just as hard.i was sad that it ended but have a little buzz kniw8ng there’s a 4 th book...... I’m off to reading
January 29, 2016
Where do I start....I love all the characters in this book! This is definitely a page turner.....on to part 4
June 1, 2025
another great read
Jahquel J.
Omg .. I’ve read All of your books I didn’t realize that I missed this book serious. I’ve read the whole serious this weekend from Friday to this Sunday 6-1-25
I absolutely love all of your books. The two sisters, Moët and Monette Have to Goodman and giving them a hard time. One Zyair is professional boxer of the other one is Hakeem his Mgr.. Why did they give these two men a hard way to go they got together. I love Tammy She’s a real one. A good loyal friend to the two sisters, she’s been through a lot And learning how to move forward after her longtime husband Ricky passed away. and I’m happy she found new love in Latrell And the new addition to the group lessons and her love. Everyone learns a lot about lessons and blessings and relationships and friendships. I’m happy everyone is going on one accord, Remain loyal to one another.
Jahquel J.
Omg .. I’ve read All of your books I didn’t realize that I missed this book serious. I’ve read the whole serious this weekend from Friday to this Sunday 6-1-25
I absolutely love all of your books. The two sisters, Moët and Monette Have to Goodman and giving them a hard time. One Zyair is professional boxer of the other one is Hakeem his Mgr.. Why did they give these two men a hard way to go they got together. I love Tammy She’s a real one. A good loyal friend to the two sisters, she’s been through a lot And learning how to move forward after her longtime husband Ricky passed away. and I’m happy she found new love in Latrell And the new addition to the group lessons and her love. Everyone learns a lot about lessons and blessings and relationships and friendships. I’m happy everyone is going on one accord, Remain loyal to one another.
September 14, 2025
#1 Fan Always
I felt such joy watching each character’s story unfold and eventually come together in the end. Life will always move forward, no matter the challenges—losing loved ones, battling addiction, surviving physical or mental abuse, enduring heartbreak, or navigating failed relationships. The pain that comes with growth and making room for elevation is not for the weak; it’s for those who understand that looking at someone else’s life from the outside is easy—until you’re forced to walk a few steps in their shoes. If someone shows you who they are through their actions, believe them—that’s honesty in its truest form. I truly enjoyed the entire series from start to finish.
I felt such joy watching each character’s story unfold and eventually come together in the end. Life will always move forward, no matter the challenges—losing loved ones, battling addiction, surviving physical or mental abuse, enduring heartbreak, or navigating failed relationships. The pain that comes with growth and making room for elevation is not for the weak; it’s for those who understand that looking at someone else’s life from the outside is easy—until you’re forced to walk a few steps in their shoes. If someone shows you who they are through their actions, believe them—that’s honesty in its truest form. I truly enjoyed the entire series from start to finish.
October 17, 2025
two piece combo
Two books in one - 3 and 4 so stop looking for book four like I was doing.
Book 3 was ehh, but these women are too freaking much. My Girl Tammy might be quick to put your in your place but she got her mental right.
Book 4 was torture.. let me repeat .. these woman are too much!! Honestly this book seemed to have only been written to give you more about the newest characters. And because all the books have multi character POV’s Jaquel just created some garbage to drag in their storylines.
Now I need to take a break from the Jaquel books if I’m gonna keep going through the older stuff. Maybe if Goon dropped soon along with XO then I would be able to jump right on it to the good good .. alas we have to wait.
Two books in one - 3 and 4 so stop looking for book four like I was doing.
Book 3 was ehh, but these women are too freaking much. My Girl Tammy might be quick to put your in your place but she got her mental right.
Book 4 was torture.. let me repeat .. these woman are too much!! Honestly this book seemed to have only been written to give you more about the newest characters. And because all the books have multi character POV’s Jaquel just created some garbage to drag in their storylines.
Now I need to take a break from the Jaquel books if I’m gonna keep going through the older stuff. Maybe if Goon dropped soon along with XO then I would be able to jump right on it to the good good .. alas we have to wait.
October 11, 2025
👏🏽!
These women had mi exhausted lol, but they had the right men to humble them tho! Im glad essesnce found her happi endin, i like hw keem humbled monett, she got herself together because to lose a man like him, she would b crazi lol. Tammi finalli allowed latrel to let him in, they r cute together. Moet and Zane, im glad they worked thru they differeces, moet will act up, he let her calm dwn and they right bck at it lol. Great read, ima take a break, i wnt to read still b.a.e, but ima wait lol! U did tht💐
These women had mi exhausted lol, but they had the right men to humble them tho! Im glad essesnce found her happi endin, i like hw keem humbled monett, she got herself together because to lose a man like him, she would b crazi lol. Tammi finalli allowed latrel to let him in, they r cute together. Moet and Zane, im glad they worked thru they differeces, moet will act up, he let her calm dwn and they right bck at it lol. Great read, ima take a break, i wnt to read still b.a.e, but ima wait lol! U did tht💐
November 5, 2025
😳
Omg the way Hakeem handed Monett ass to her was heartbreaking, but necessary. He put up with a lot and she was definitely spoiled.
My heart ached so bad for Tammy. How do you move on from that. Big Mama also got in my nerves but I loved how she loved everyone. Sometimes you just have to stand back though. You can’t fix everything.
Essence was introduced and came with issues. I’m glad she trusted her instincts and put herself first. The audacity of Sept to lie to her and do that under their roof. I was so disappointed that he played in her face but I was happy how she handled him.
Omg the way Hakeem handed Monett ass to her was heartbreaking, but necessary. He put up with a lot and she was definitely spoiled.
My heart ached so bad for Tammy. How do you move on from that. Big Mama also got in my nerves but I loved how she loved everyone. Sometimes you just have to stand back though. You can’t fix everything.
Essence was introduced and came with issues. I’m glad she trusted her instincts and put herself first. The audacity of Sept to lie to her and do that under their roof. I was so disappointed that he played in her face but I was happy how she handled him.
April 3, 2019
Excellent read
The entire series was excellent. Couldn't put it down. The characters are well thought out and put together. I was so happy to read something different about some very positive people. There are ups and downs. Had me crying for a minute there. I really enjoyed this read and will read again in the future. Very touching. Thank you so much for blessing us with this series. Looking forward to reading more of your work.
The entire series was excellent. Couldn't put it down. The characters are well thought out and put together. I was so happy to read something different about some very positive people. There are ups and downs. Had me crying for a minute there. I really enjoyed this read and will read again in the future. Very touching. Thank you so much for blessing us with this series. Looking forward to reading more of your work.
June 22, 2025
Struggle to finish
This was a cool something to read, but the drama was just sooo much. I really couldn't relate to Monett at all. And her and Hakeem's arguments were ridiculous. What say you cheated and then get mad because she left and didn't stay and talk to you sobyou could say you were lying. And then the sisters argument was horrible and just trash. I have read other series from this author and have loved them. Unfortunately, this was not it for me.
This was a cool something to read, but the drama was just sooo much. I really couldn't relate to Monett at all. And her and Hakeem's arguments were ridiculous. What say you cheated and then get mad because she left and didn't stay and talk to you sobyou could say you were lying. And then the sisters argument was horrible and just trash. I have read other series from this author and have loved them. Unfortunately, this was not it for me.
September 1, 2025
This was book 3 & 4 together, thank you Jah. Let me say this, a book can be written so good & you still not like the main characters.
Moët was immature & annoying. I had to keep remembering their age bc her & Zane was a mess together. They used sex to solve their problems.
Monett was annoying just like her sister. Hakeem deserved a better partner & I wish he would left Monett for good. She was selfish & too judgmental to always be dependent on a man. Like girl where’s your coin?
Big mama is one of the elders that enables bs. Yes she’s helpful but she needs to learn to respect ppl boundaries.
Tammy was actually my favorite after everything she’s gone through. She’s the only one that had common sense. Her delivery might not always be right but she don’t be wrong about the rest of the women. Her & Latrell deserve to have love.
Essence was likable just a little slow for Sept. So glad she left Sept & focused on Kamari.
Moët was immature & annoying. I had to keep remembering their age bc her & Zane was a mess together. They used sex to solve their problems.
Monett was annoying just like her sister. Hakeem deserved a better partner & I wish he would left Monett for good. She was selfish & too judgmental to always be dependent on a man. Like girl where’s your coin?
Big mama is one of the elders that enables bs. Yes she’s helpful but she needs to learn to respect ppl boundaries.
Tammy was actually my favorite after everything she’s gone through. She’s the only one that had common sense. Her delivery might not always be right but she don’t be wrong about the rest of the women. Her & Latrell deserve to have love.
Essence was likable just a little slow for Sept. So glad she left Sept & focused on Kamari.
May 9, 2019
Once again these BAE series it’s what’s happening
Great read!!! I was happy for Monnett and Essence, women really have too put there foot down and love themselves first before anyone else can be loved!
Great read!!! I was happy for Monnett and Essence, women really have too put there foot down and love themselves first before anyone else can be loved!
September 8, 2020
Great series
I’m a sucker for a happy ending. After all that Moët & Monett went through I’m glad they got their Prince Charming. I was so hurt for Tammy, but she definitely showed you can’t keep a strong woman down long.
I’m a sucker for a happy ending. After all that Moët & Monett went through I’m glad they got their Prince Charming. I was so hurt for Tammy, but she definitely showed you can’t keep a strong woman down long.
December 31, 2024
Book 3 and 4 all in one. I realized when I was reading this I had to many emotions because between all the different couples, you go through so many tropes. Getting invested into all the characters you have to see it through.
January 19, 2025
What's Meant To Be Will
As usual Jahquel writes a series that resonates. Her characters are so realistic that you identify with some and become enemies with others . I strongly recommend this testimony of love, forgiveness and friendship.
As usual Jahquel writes a series that resonates. Her characters are so realistic that you identify with some and become enemies with others . I strongly recommend this testimony of love, forgiveness and friendship.
February 9, 2025
Another hit series!
I love me some Jahquel J! This is another hit series she has written. The things these women and men went through were true to life struggles. That's what I really liked about this.
I love me some Jahquel J! This is another hit series she has written. The things these women and men went through were true to life struggles. That's what I really liked about this.
July 18, 2025
I enjoyed this series
This bunch is a whirlwind but I loved every minute of them. Everyone needs an unbiased, honest and real friend like Tammy. I’m glad all the couples got their relationships in order.
This bunch is a whirlwind but I loved every minute of them. Everyone needs an unbiased, honest and real friend like Tammy. I’m glad all the couples got their relationships in order.
August 7, 2025
4.5
The only reason I didn’t rate this a five is because of the small typos. This story was good. Seeing all the different personalities tamed and brought together in a relationship, and the realities of choosing to do life together with someone.
The only reason I didn’t rate this a five is because of the small typos. This story was good. Seeing all the different personalities tamed and brought together in a relationship, and the realities of choosing to do life together with someone.
November 14, 2017
May cause sleep deprivation
I love this series. It's so different to read about men working and making legal money not drug selling. The characters are so real.
I love this series. It's so different to read about men working and making legal money not drug selling. The characters are so real.
June 25, 2018
GREAT READ!!!!! on to book 4
March 24, 2019
Amazing
AmIng series ! I loved everything about it! I love how the characters grew in each book! 10 stars from me
AmIng series ! I loved everything about it! I love how the characters grew in each book! 10 stars from me
October 5, 2019
A phenomenal read!
What a read! This series is one of struggle, love, hurt, pain,betrayal, dysfunction and survival after the loss. This is a must read. One click.
What a read! This series is one of struggle, love, hurt, pain,betrayal, dysfunction and survival after the loss. This is a must read. One click.
March 11, 2020
I really enjoyed this book. It seems like this is where it should end but I do love how the couples have grown.
March 19, 2021
Yasssss Hunty!! I loved this book. It was so good I could hardly put it down. This book had me like:
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
THAT’S GOOD SHIT‼️‼️‼️!!!
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
THAT’S GOOD SHIT‼️‼️‼️!!!
June 27, 2021
Awwww
So good I loved the new characters. And it was so good a lot of drama like the other books.
So good I loved the new characters. And it was so good a lot of drama like the other books.
November 8, 2021
Must read
Okay this was a good Well done I enjoy the ride and look forward to reading more about these couples, Kudos To the author Well done
Okay this was a good Well done I enjoy the ride and look forward to reading more about these couples, Kudos To the author Well done
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