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The Berotte Family #10

Give Me Permission

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The love she sucked from my chest blindsided me. I can’t function without her, and nothing is going to stop me from trying to be with her… not even her.

Seneca Roberts is a man to approach with caution. He’s from the streets, and that’s the only way he knows to be until he is forced to be different. No other woman can control him like Kaysyn Anderson, and he is smitten from their first encounter. The moment she steps into his life emotionally, something inside of him changes. He no longer craves various women. He only wants one… her.

Life has taken a toll on Kaysyn Anderson. She’s experienced the upheaval and is doing her best to recover from the trauma. Her heart is in turmoil, and she doesn’t know which way to turn. At one moment it’s pulling her one way, and the next it’s pulling her the other. Both directions seem to be toxic to her well-being, but there is one that she can’t seem to resist. Seneca Roberts. He’s who her body craves and who her heart wants.

Seneca’s lifestyle is a determining factor in his relationship status, and he refuses to change who he is until he realizes what he could miss out on. Kaysyn is battling the risk of pursuing something more with him because of what and who she perceives him to be. Can they come to a common ground to get what they both long for, or will any effort toward a relationship be a waste of time?

220 pages, Kindle Edition

Published January 13, 2023

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Monica Walters

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Starting with poetry, writing has always been a constant in Monica's life. The interest began in her teenage years, being in love for the first time. Her love for writing has only progressed. Song lyrics and poetry led to short stories, then one day in her down time, a short story became a 56k word novel. It has been non-stop since then. Being a wife and mother, has only added to the joys of Monica's life. Attaining a BS in Sociology, helping her better understand people and their behaviors, has only helped her become a better writer, understanding characters and their complex personalities. Romance of all types has been her passion, and she plans to continue honing her skills in that genre.

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Profile Image for Rashawnda.
1,391 reviews1,143 followers
January 20, 2023
I have been waiting on me some Seneca! My baby done growed up 🤣🥰! Listen Seneca is the kind of reckless toxic book n*gga that I love and he did not disappoint! His growth was everything. We met Seneca a few books ago and he almost had his *ss handed to him in the Berotte’s living room. Seneca, like many of the other men in this series was a f*ck boy to his core. He was not looking for love at all but low and behold here comes kaysyn. She snatched his heart before he knew what happened. Kay and Sen initially had a friends with benefits situation and for a long time they had an understanding but it was him that caught feeling and poor tink tink could not deal! Kay straight son’d him and he wasn’t ready. She was already in a stressful marriage and was in no position to give Seneca what he wanted from her. Sen said you gone take this love and sit down somewhere. He was not taking no for an answer. Kay had a LOT going on. I mean A LOT! Her situation with not so Luckey was sad. I really hate what happened to him but sadly his decisions took on a life of their own and ruined everything he worked hard for. That actually broke my heart. I’m glad Kay put Sen out of his misery because he really did change for the better and he deserved happiness. I loved the updates on everyone and I LOVE all of the kids and their little developing personalities. Sunday dinners are everything! I’m looking forward to Ali’s story because he is a mystery I’m ready to solve!
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464 reviews32 followers
November 25, 2023
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5 This was definitely SPPPIICCCCEEE NO ICCEEE! Now I see why the people said that Seneca & Kaysen were NASTTTTYY 👏🏾😜👅! Seneca thought that he was just gonna be able to have a one night stand with an older woman & she wasn’t gonna put that thang on em 😂😂🫣!

Come onnnnn Monica! This book should have been called “Seneca’s Redemption” 😂! You brought this man back, & what a man you wrote him to be! He went from being the one you wanted to punch on to the knight in shining armor. He was just what Kaysen needed!

I loveeeeeeeeeeddd Ellington & Jericka I swear! Ellington was such a smart kid & Jericka was such a sweet girl! What touched my heart and made me shed a few tears, was the relationship Seneca built with them! The end, when he included the kids, I felt that up off the pages & if I wasn’t reading around people I would have probably been snotting!!

Kaysen went through it in this book! I loved the way her character was developed in this story. From this no good husband, to dealing with parents who overstep, she came out on top..!

Of course I love the way the Berotte family & their extensions were included in this story! I love how we continue to watch everyone grow & how welcoming they continue to be in expanding their family.

This was great as usual, but I expected absolutely nothing less 👏🏾👏🏾.
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1,416 reviews155 followers
January 22, 2023
Sen finally gets his girl

Seneca and Kaysyn were Nasty you hear me!!
These two were hot in the pants, their sexual chemistry was out of this world. We singing anytime....anyplace.
Seneca was a mess, I mean his feelings were all over the place. Sen and Kay were just supposed to be having fun, a little friends with benefits situation but Sen caught feelings and he had no idea how to handle them. Sen the resident fboy was now on the other side and he didn't like it at all. He attempted to boss up on Kay, but that wasn't working. He thought he would fuc$ her into submission and that didn't work either. He came across more childish than I expected and he lost some of his appeal for me. I mean you are 30+ sagging and flashing 😑 He was literally whining and begging. While he did mature and start making changes I don't know what he thought Kay should be attracted to outside of the bedroom. That said I did like Seneca, he was definitely slowly growing. The way he stepped in and protected her family was definitely expected. I appreciated how he embraced Kay's children. He became way more gentle for them. His consistency and small steps to show and prove seemed to be just what Kay needed to move on.

Sweet Ell was a little rider. He wanted to make sure his mother was all right and I'm glad Sen was looking out for him. Baby J was a sweetheart and I love how soft Sen was with her.

I enjoyed this book definitely more than some of the others. I think what was missing for me was some actual communication between Kay and Sen. Outside of only talking when something was wrong. They had no trouble communicating physically and I feel like I would've enjoyed their connection more if they talked more about them together beyond Sen begging to be together.

The ending was too sweet and I look forward to Ali's story. I really don't think he killed that girl he was supposed to get rid of. What y'all think??
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249 reviews71 followers
January 16, 2023
First off, they were NASTYYY😍!!!! I was waiting on Seneca and Kaysyn’s story and it did NOT disappoint!!! I love so much about this book. This series is so good I’m going to be sad when it ends…Then I’ll just reread it 😂😂
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539 reviews113 followers
February 9, 2023
Finally!!

Whew there was a lot of back and forth and frustration! Kaysyn definitely drug her feet when it came to giving in to being with Seneca and some of her reasoning I get and others I felt she was being stubborn! Seneca making a change for Kaysyn showed his maturity finally happening over the past 4 books! He was reckless but he met his match and she made him want to be better and excepted nothing less. Not so Luckey really was trash and I’m glad we got resolve on everything involving that but I do wonder who bailed him out of jail?! This situation with Ali and now Jericho has me on edge lowkey and anxious for the next book in the series! Also the friendship between Ali and Seneca I enjoyed and I hope we see the other side of that in Ali’s book! I did think the second half of the last chapter was corny lol BUT I’m rocking and I ate it up! Lmao 😂 Book 8 is still my favorite in this series but I really enjoyed Seneca and Kaysyn!
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2,567 reviews104 followers
January 17, 2023
Miss Monica! I just be damned! Senecal den growed up, and matured right before our eyes! Who knew? 😂 This man with all the fboy tendencies, and the street mentality flowing through his blood, actually had some teddy bear down deep! He was not playing with Kaysyn, at all! He couldn't hit and quit with her, as she put it on his ass so good, he was a goner! Now, Kaysyn had me giving her the 👀 for a minute! Girl, I get that you needed to protect yourself, and your kids! But, this man was telling you that he wanted more, and you kept running back to the demon D, and didn't think he would chase yo ass? Make it make sense boo? Ughh.... 😠 I really didn't think that these two would make it, but I have to give it to Seneca, he held strong for his woman! My baby Zay had to give him some words of wisdom, to make him switch things up a bit; and she was as good as his! Kaysyn didn't know that Seneca had it in him to adapt, and in that instant, she was all in! I hated to see Kaysyn and those babies go through all the mess with Luckey's ole triflin' ass! But, Seneca was right there for them to lean on! That ending was everything ma'am! ❤ Mr. Ali! What could have him so out of sorts, pacing and ish like this? Can't wait on his story, as this man is intriguing as hell! Great job! 👍👍👍
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468 reviews25 followers
January 16, 2023
🔥🔥🔥

I have been waiting for the story, we are now following Seneca and Kaysyns story and this story did not disappoint at ALL thank you Monica. If you have not introduced yourself to the Berotte Family and additions go ahead and buy your copies now you will not be disappointed.

Seneca and Kaysyn was NASTYYY and I was all for it. I understood why Kaysyn had a hard time trying to figure out her feelings because before what happened with her husband she was in love with him, but that monkey is hard to knock. I loved the growth of Seneca from when we first meet him till now you see the man in “LOVE.” With that growth I was proud of how he didn’t lie to Kaysyn even though he was able to prove otherwise he was still man enough to be accountable.

This book had a lot of twists and turns and I am definitely waiting on Ali’s book because I know the drama is going to be so good! The proposals were everything and it was so cute with the kids.
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871 reviews4 followers
January 14, 2023
#teamseneca😘

Another great Berotte story!! I loved Seneca and his passionate pursuit of Kay Baby!! They were so sexy and nasty😂💦😈🔥. Kat got on my nerves with the back and forth but I got that it was a tough decision. I am just glad she made the best decision for her and her children. That was a very nice and unexpected ending👍🏽👍🏽👏🏽👏🏽 and I can’t wait for what’s next.
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120 reviews5 followers
January 22, 2023
Loved the man Seneca matured into be. I see why Kay couldn’t leave him alone 🤣 when he put it down he did just that. 😩🤭🥵 I throughly enjoyed this book so much and the proposal at the end was everything.❤️Ali is up next. 🗣️😌
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Profile Image for Mia Morgan.
1,144 reviews32 followers
April 30, 2023
My boy Sen

Whew!! I knew the drama was coming with my boy, Sen. Kaysn worked my nerves like no other. I didn't really like her, but she grew on me a little. Now Joyy, I don't really like. She irks me. The family just keeps getting bigger.
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640 reviews16 followers
January 13, 2023
Mrs. Walters, I see you out here giving these characters redeeming qualities. I can honestly say Seneca and Kaysyn were a good look. I was not sold on Kaysyn at all when starting this book because Seneca had me fully invested in his recklessness and foolery, but after this five-star read, I’ve been swayed (slightly 😒). This book had so much going on, and yet it all worked out for the most part. What I love about this series is that new issues come up in each book to keep me invested. The storyline for this book had a few twists that I was not prepared for, but it made the read that much more enjoyable. As always, the characters were so relatable; getting to see this couple’s growth together as well as apart was a treat. I know Ali is up next, and I can’t wait to see what has this man so irritated! As always, Monica Walters did her thing, and now I’m left needing more.
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1,318 reviews73 followers
January 29, 2023
Hmmmm…

I really enjoy this series and all the crazy hijinks and high drama that the characters get up to, and of course the ensemble cast of family members who really make the story even when I don’t care that much for the main couple. This book delivered ALL of that and while I wasn’t passionate about the story, I liked it well enough.

The premise is that Kaysyn has been going through it with her husband for a few books (years) now as he increasingly falls into the grasp of addiction. For a while, she sought solace in an extramarital affair with, all-round bad boy thug, Seneca, but now he’s caught feelings against the run of play and she’s not sure what to do with them because he doesn’t fit into her established white-collar, middle-class lifestyle. However, with her ex going off the rails, and Seneca determined to get his girl, she has to make big decisions about what she really wants.

I didn’t love the characters but I liked that their story was realistic (other than the million-dollar-drops from the previous book). It made sense that Kaysyn was hesitant to hook up with Seneca because she had a lot to lose. Through that lens, the seeming immaturity of her endless mixed signals to Seneca makes sense and is totally reasonable. And even though in this book, Seneca, despite being 8 years younger than her, came off as the more mature one, the fact that this thirty-something-year-old man was still sagging his trousers and posting bands on Instagram while trying to date this school administrator with kids was kind of like “dude, read the room” and showed that he needed to mature and grow up a bit. And to be fair, he did, once this was pointed out to him. Although for me if I were Kaysyn, I would be more concerned by the actual ganging than by the appearance of it, but I’m not her, so I leave it.

I’m still super invested in this series and each time time a new book comes up, I plan to jump on it. The Berottes are a fictional fave and I hope this author keeps writing them. Besides she kept foreshadowing drama with Ali in this book so I definitely need to know what’s going to happen next.
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2,441 reviews1 follower
January 25, 2023
Give Me Permission (The Berotte Family Book 10)

DNF... CNF... WNF this one. I made it to 37% and then started skimming pages to the end. The only one of author Monica Walters' books that isn't my favorite. Why? Seneca Roberts and Kaysyn (Kay) Anderson were like sex-starved teenagers, not mature adults working towards a relationship, JMO. And her ex, Luckey Roberts, was totally unlucky in his marriage to Kay due to his drug use and constant unemployment.



1/24/2023.
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180 reviews11 followers
March 31, 2025
I was anticipating Seneca story the most, I just knew he was gonna change his play boy ways but he tricked me. My boy became the man that Kaysyn and the kids needed him to be.
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726 reviews5 followers
April 23, 2023
Here we have Seneca... He is an extension of the Berotte family... He is the brother to Joyy who is with Isaiah... He has been out here wildin out and had no thought of ever settling down... Well one woman came in and snatched his heart... But them being together is definitely not going to be easy...
Seneca just loves being with different woman... He uses them for what he needs and keeps it movin... I mean he flirts with everyone... No one is off limits... Even if you are married he will try his shot... Hey because to him he is not trying to be in anything serious anyway so with a married woman... He can get what he wants and keep it moving... That was until he tried the wrong one and got his heart snatched from his chest...
Kaysyn is the big sister to Ax and Arrow... She is married to a guy named Luckey and has two kids... She always keeps pretty much to herself and her little family... She is the one that is always taking care of everyone else... So when she is in need she feels like she has to keep it to herself and try to deal with it by herself because she does not want to bring anyone into her drama or mess... She is dealing with a lot in her marriage... She loves her husband with all her heart... But something is really going on that is taking a toll on her and this marriage... All this has done is cause her to seek comfort and an escape in the arms of another man... And that man happened to be her best friend Joyy's brother Seneca... To her it was all just a good time and to get her needs met... But slowly things take a turn and her feelings get caught in the middle... Of course everything that her husband is doing and how he is acting is not making it any better...
Now feelings are all involved and it is causing things to feel very overwhelming to Kaysyn... Her husband doing what he did... Now has her trying to make the right decision not only for herself but for her kids as well... Her kids should not have seen what they saw... They should not feel like they do... They should be able to enjoy being a kid... But this one moment with Luckey has changed all of that... Kaysyn needs time to think but Seneca will not let her be... And she has her parents all in her ear not knowing what they are talking about because Kaysyn never let them know what she has been dealing with... But now with this... Everyone is going to know.... It is now time for her to finally let her family in... She really needs her brothers now more than ever... Seneca is really tying his best to be all that she needs... But it is hard because again she has to think about her kids...
Seneca is not giving up that easy... Nope he makes a smart move and gets advise from Isiah... This was the best sit down he has ever had... It made him realize some of his mistakes and showed him how much he needed to work on himself and grow up a bit... It made him really look at what is most important...
Now just when decisions are being made... Luckey really shows out and Kaysyn is not sure what to do next... Her mind is all over the place... But luckily for her... Her brother Arrow shows up for her in a big way... Then here we are again when things start to go okay... Luckey is at it again... but wait it gets even better... Now the kids have met Seneca and like him and feel safer when he is around... But just when it looks like the long wait and all the hard work that Seneca put in is finally getting him what he wants the most... His past comes and gut checks him and all his hard work is for nothing...
Kaysyn again has no idea what to do and pushes everyone away... But is this the best thing for her right now... Is this the best thing for her kids... Will this help Luckey to change how he is and what he is doing now... Will Seneca finally let go and move on to a woman that is more available to him in order to find his happiness that he has been working so hard on... Will Kaysyn ever be happy again... How does this all end... How will this effect the kids... Time for you to read to see what happens and who comes out on top...
Well onto Ali's story to see what he is up to and if he will ever find a woman that he will open up to and let love him the way he deserves...
920 reviews
January 15, 2023
Woosa don’t know where to start, but from the jump Kaysyn did tell Seneca the deal regarding their non-relationship, but he switched up their arrangements and catch feelings. Maaaan who told him to do that LOL 😂.

Seneca aka Keith Sweat, that man begged thru out the entire book for her love, and baaaaby, I felt sorry for his continued begging! I was shouting at my reading device to give this man a chance LOL 😂.

Kaysyn was an over thinker, so she analyzed everything! She’s not like her two brothers who will openly discuss their relationships. She closed off for reasons I will not disclose. In this book her parents came across judgmental and they were not like that in Arrow’s book. They treated their boys differently IMHO!

Her and Seneca relationship was up and down, with some shocking details, that had me saying darn can this couple catch a break!

We all remember Seneca from prior books with his cockiness, posting his money on the gram, pants sagging all off his azz, grillz, out their living his best life, and basically very immature in nature. When he stepped to an older woman whose established he did not know how to handle her environment. Zay is a blessing to many people, and imparted some much needed wisdom to Seneca. This straight up talk was not to change Seneca, but for him to adapt to his environment and be more versatile. He realized he needed to level up. Once he realized the difference his maturity was enjoyable to see how far he came because that man love his Kay Baby!

On some seriousness, what happened to Lucky and how it happened was very unfortunate, and I got no words to describe, but I do know one thing, the person who did it and their affiliates are in the “Upper Room”. Not so Lucky should have gotten help ASAP when he realized what took place and stick with the regiment. It was sad to see he continued to go through a downward spiral that he kept hurting himself and his family!

Once those two finally got it together, I love how Seneca embraced her kids and I can see their relationship will just get stronger. Their love was an uphill battle and can I say I’m exhausted! Whew glad they got it together.
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309 reviews4 followers
February 18, 2023
Seneca x Kaysyn 😏😍

Seneca the Cynical thought he was that nigga until he met his match ! Kaysyn put that grown woman on him & had him FEENING ! He thought he was a playboy, but he was the one out here like Ken.

Kaysyn is all prim & proper until she meets Sen thru her bf, his sister Joyy (Zay wife). She is immediately attracted to his thug image. They've been lightly flirting for years, but she can't do nothing about it because she is a married woman, a professional woman & a mother. Little does Kay know that Seneca don't do NOTHING lightly. He's either all in or he ain't fucking with it. Kaysyn thought everything was fun & games until she rubbed all that ass on him at her brother wedding & Sen said "🤷🏿 fuck it, she wanna play, lets play". Little did Kaysyn know, the carnival was coming to town reallllll soon.

We all know Seneca as that fuckboy, that cocky nigga, just that toxic nigga in general 🙄 He just out here being a man of his word & fucking on any girl he want. He been peeped Kay, but out of respect for his sister & Kay's marriage he left her alone. He was convinced he was going to have Kay addickted. But let me tell you one things about them tables, when they turn; THEY TURN ! Kay had my poor baby nose so damn open he was drowinggggg when it drizzled. He was letting her know that he was GOING to be her everything whether she wanted him to or not.

I loved the growth that Seneca went thru from his first introduction. I also loved getting introduced to Kaysyn more. She always made lil appearances in the books, but for the most part her family was secluded from the Berottes. I loved getting a deeper look into Jungle & Ali. (I'm so ready to dive into the next book b/c wtf was Ali being EXTRA secretive about 🙄 I really can't wait until we dive into his book & uncover his sensitive side.) I hated everything that not so Luckey was going thru, but happy that Kaysyn was getting her happy ending. The ending really pulled at my heart string.

I think Seneca & Kaysyn have officially topped Chad & Lexi as my fave couple in this series 🫶🏿🫶🏿
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27 reviews
January 22, 2023
What a roller coaster

Chile!! This was by far the most emotional roller coaster ride I have ever read. I am glad that things finally worked out and that they finally got it together. For a minute there Seneca was getting on my nerves with being so pushy. I needed him to give Kaysyn some time and grace. I felt like he understood her but he’s just being really impatient. She had a lot of things she had to figure out. she had kids she was married for a long time she had husband and she still loved that was just destroying everything.

I was proud of Seneca and he started to seek advice and help from the men around him. Especially when he spoke to Isaiah and he made him realize that he needed to mature and grow the hell up. He helped him to realize that he wasn’t dealing with just some chick off the streets she was dealing with a grown ass woman.

Her parents were rude as hell to a man that they thought they knew. I feel like they should have had more respect for her to know that she wouldn’t just be settling for somebody that wasn’t good for her or her children. But I’m glad they finally realize that she’s a grown woman I’ve been a grown woman for a long time with two children and that she can make good sound decisions when it comes to their lives. I’m gonna be praying for Luckey because he needs some serious help and I don’t know what it’s gonna take for him to get the help clearly he ain’t worried about his kids. I’m proud of Seneca for becoming a man and being there for Kaysyn’s kids.

I can’t wait to continue getting little updates on their lives in the upcoming books. Also I hope the next is gonna be Ali. He got some shit going on for sure. Oh and I LOVED the playlist for this book.
789 reviews4 followers
January 16, 2023
The friends of the Berottes are always accepted as family too!

I remember Seneca who Chad's now wife Alexi was flirting with to force Chad's hand and make him own up to his feelings for her. Fast forward to a few months later and Ax and Arrow's sister starts her own flirt with bad boy Seneca when she and her husband began going through changes that culminated with her learning he was now caught up in the world of addiction! Let me pause here and make this comment; none of the Berottes or their close circle of friends and acquaintances were bums. All of these people were either well educated with great careers or owned their own businesses! For instance Kaysyn Seneca's love interest was a high ranking School administrator while her now ex husband was an Architect! Seneca had once been on the other side of the law but currently was a part of a P I/Security company who embraced that thug persona until he fell in love! Remember the lyrics to the song that says "love makes you do foolish things"? In Seneca's case it made him straighten up and fly right! The twists and turns of the family dynamics of Seneca, Kaysyn and her children made for a heart wrenching story that saw me not able to put the book down from the moment I opened the book until I finished reading it! It was good to see a street wise cocky guy like Seneca reduced to his true self, a self that was quite endearing! Great story Monica just like the others!!!!
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2,131 reviews10 followers
February 22, 2023
Permission Granted

“Give Me Permission” a BDVR tribe banger (Berotte’s Dent’s Vaughn’s & now Robert’s) …Ms. Walters’ is shooting for the stratosphere with this Berotte series‼️ Shy, Ali & Jericho got eyes 👀 EVERYWHERE to include Seneca & Kaysyn. However, their union didn’t feel inevitable. But Seneca Roberts proved, the GOAT Baton belongs to him: monogamous, family man, home owner, financially stable, regulator, defender, daddy & Saddy slayer☺️..Dang, his playah card is officially revoked 🏆🥇🤎‼️ Thereafter, the triple proposals were a welcomed surprise too!… Goodness, I absolutely adore these Berotte’s and their extended families. Finally, Ms. Walters thank you again for sharing your creative genius🤯 meticulous plot & character development to deliver such a vibrant family. Honestly, it’s difficult to believe the Berotte’s are a fictional Family. These men (& their partners), bonus sons, extended brothers, family and friends are the epitome of black excellence in an urban community. ... More so, I adore the (consistent) compassion, love, commitment & respect this family has for each other while graphing others into their circle. ..I’m really sad now, because one last book until the series is completed., but what a joy to witness the BDVR tribe with permission granted 👏🏽🤎👏🏾🤎👏🏿‼️
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144 reviews7 followers
January 16, 2023
Berotte Adjacent

This one might be my favorite so far! 🙌🏽🫶🏽 I see why Monica faught so hard for Kaysen to receive some understanding. Baby, listen, Ms. Mamas was ready to tussle over Kay Baby & Cynical Sen! 🤼‍♀️ Once he got his grown man on he was able to openly claim what he deserved - because he was fo sho that 🥷🏾! 🤩😍 **I learned that one of my toxic traits is wanting a 🥷🏾 having anxiety attacks ova meeee! 🤸🏽‍♀️🤸🏽‍♀️🤸🏽‍♀️** 😭🤧🤣😈

Sen & KayBaby came together so beautifully! 🥰 Sen, the kids, and how he had them trusting him as a protector... whew...🥹🫠💓💕💞

The way the Berotte's have absorbed everyone who comes in contact and makes them feel a part of a perfectly blended chosen family is the thing of my own only-child personal dreams and heart's desire. Mr. Sheldon & Ms. Anissa = 🤴🏾👸🏾🖤🤎🩶 **God, I have seen what you've done with these fictional folks, and I pray the same for myself.**😮‍💨🙏🏽🤞🏼🍀🌠😇😂

And baby ... This thang was steaming hawt!! 🥵❤️‍🔥 Spice level: 5/5 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️

Lawd... And I can't wait to see Ali smiling again. 🥺😁 I hope Riley is the bad mamma-jamma he deserves! I can already see those pretty ahh, light-skinned future babies. 😮‍💨👀👶🏽🩵🩷🩵🩷😻😹💖💝

Then Jericho & Jungle. Whoosa. 🧘🏽‍♀️😂
198 reviews
February 29, 2024
Love me or leave me..

Kaysyn and Seneca... Book 10 I think is the most sad of all the books so far, but it does have a happy ending. Kaysyn is at one point happily married but things change when her husband gets a hold of some laced weed and becomes addicted. And everything with them goes downhill from there. She has a great job and two children from her marriage. Then she meets Seneca and while it starts with just flirting on her part it quickly turns into something much more. Seneca is a former thug who is trying to turn his life around for the better, but he has a thing for women when him and Kaysyn first meet. So she's really just out to have some fun in the beginning but they both catch feelings for each other even though Kaysyn tries to fight it. She finally decides to give Seneca a chance and after a few mishaps with her ex husband, she decides that she needs to move away and Seneca convinces her to live with him, along with her children. Of course there are things going on with the Heritage family that they're all a part of and which keeps these stories so interesting. Hopefully there's more to come.
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768 reviews7 followers
January 31, 2023
SENECA!!

This was an enjoyable read. Seneca, is a perfect example of slow and study wins the race😂 the moment he realized that Kaysyn was much, much more than a quick lay, 🔥🔥🔥🔥he had to make some serious decisions. When he decided what he needed to do Kaysyn definitely did not make it easy for him and then to top it off something From Seneca’s past came up that was going to blow all his plans and hard work to pieces. 😮That didn’t stop him from pursuing that woman that he knew belong to him even if she was unhappy married to some one else.

When I say this was a story that was full of complicated situations, and surprises that would be an understatement.😂
The Berotte clan is growing by leaps and bounds. It was good to see that everyone was flourishing as Ms Walters opened up little peep holes to situations, that you just know are going to turn into another interesting story☺️❤️.




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1,015 reviews
February 6, 2023
with her. permission

I’ve been waiting on this one here because of Kay. I had to understand why she was doing him like that! She put that thang on him and he couldn’t get right since.
After reading the book, I get it! She had a lot going on and a lot to deal with. “just because he caught feelings didn’t mean that she needed to concede. She tried to give him space, but he wouldn’t allow that.” Facts!
Seneca was all gas no brakes once she gave him the cookie! He wanted her anyway he could get her, and then caught feelings and wanted her 365! Oh no baby - she’s still a whole wife, mother of two and a superintendent! Pull your pants up and pump them brakes to see if they have a possibility of working.

Seneca was a real one though because he stepped up, in, and handled that drama and the fool who was starting it. Kay had to get her head out of the sand and recognize a real one in front of her!
I enjoyed this book immensely! I can’t wait for Ali’s book!
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443 reviews91 followers
January 20, 2023
I was really anticipating Seneca's and Kaysyn's story and even though the story was good it turned out to be my least favorite.

The chemistry between the two was off the charts and they were getting their nasty on all over the book. It was just supposed to be a hit a quit for the two. Kaysyn was dealing with a husband who became addicted to drugs and looking for a distraction in Seneca. Seneca was the playboy who ended up catching feelings this time around and realizing that Kaysyn was the one for him. When Kaysyn stayed true to her word and broke it off with Seneca he couldn't handle it and didn't want to accept Kaysyn's decision. He became a different character from what I was used to seeing of him in previous stories. I feel like he lost the BDE he was supposed to be carrying. Even though he remained the protector and still showed that he had a dangerous side I felt like he became too soft in all other aspects.


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650 reviews15 followers
July 8, 2023
Say what you want about Kaysyn, but I understood where she was coming from. From jump she didn't give Seneca false hopes, she did exactly what some trifling ass men would do, she was up front about what they situation was. That being she fell on her terms and was able to accept Seneca as he was when she was ready and I commend her for that. Seneca had he heart and soul snatched by Kay and he was doing everything he could to get at her. He opened his self up to her and her kids and I enjoyed it. To say that the spice was spicy...oh my gosh...spray me down with a water hose...they were Chaoticly Nasty...like getting it in at the drop of a hat...my boy hit a Ueey to get at Kay!!!

Loved the storyline and the 3 way proposal was just icing on the cake...

Up next Ali story...i been wondering what up with him and his situation!!
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199 reviews1 follower
June 5, 2025
Kaysyn and Seneca, true love endures

I enjoyed Kaysyn and Seneca's story. Just like the other couples, they had a lot to deal with. I felt bad for Luckey because he didn't deserve what happened to him (being tricked into becoming an addict). Having been around drug addicts, I saw the realism in Luckey's actions. Addicts will steal from anyone once the addiction takes over. As for the kids, I was glad that they bonded with Seneca. His interactions with them were really sweet. Kaysyn's indecision was annoying, even though I could understand her apprehension with Seneca (he was all about that life). It was nice getting to stay connected to all the other people in the Berotte family and extended family. It's why this series has me hooked. I'm looking forward to both Ali and Jericho's stories.
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22 reviews1 follower
January 14, 2023
Senecaaaaa😍😍😍

I loved everything about this story! Kay Baby was on my nerves before the book even cane out. I now understand why she was hesitant. Plus there was an age difference between her and Seneca . When Monica mentioned ridicule and judging at the end. I realized I did just that. However, Seneca realized he had to mature and not necessary change who he was. Like Kay Baby said she still loved that thug side of him. Chapter 9 was one of my favorite chapters😂😂 the first time he went to her job with them khaki pants and belt on😂😂😂 (no sagging for him)😂 Monica you continue to amaze me with your penmanship. Your story telling is AMAZING!! Ell and Jericka were the cutest😍😍 All of the Berotte babies are adorable😍😍 Patiently waiting for Ali's story.
1,210 reviews10 followers
January 15, 2023
Loved It

Wow, wow, wow! Loved it from the start! I love the strong family connections that Seneca and Kaysyn had with their families, though Kaysyn parents were a bit much! Kaysyn put Seneca through it, but she was straight with Seneca. However after a while, she was playing with his emotions and I guess doing what Seneca was doing in the past! Seneca didn't give up though, he was persistent if nothing else! Zay is definitely the family counselor, he provided Seneca just what he needed to get Kaysyn to bend. Ell was smart beyond his years, kids are resilient. The ending was perfect, I can't wait to see what's going on with Ali, I just hope he's not with the ugly chick, but stranger things have happened.
23 reviews
January 15, 2023
The Passionate Thug 🖤

Let me just say, I have been ANTICIPATING Seneca and Kaysyn's story. Monica, you did not disappoint! Although in previous stories I felt as though Kaysyn was playing with Seneca's heart, I always understood her plight. However, reading through their issues, both personal and as a couple, I can see both sides. I'm not mad at Seneca for making it hard for his Kay Baby to say no to him, but I am happy he switched up his approach. Kay Baby got her passionate thug, who has her and her kids forever. Seneca matured into a really solid dude. And I am so happy Kaysyn finally opened up to her family and stood up to her parents. This book was EVERYTHING! Now I need Ali and Jericho's stories!!!!
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