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Love, Like That
Devin Haven thought that once he’d achieved the highest level of success, he’d feel fulfilled. But success wasn’t keeping him warm at night. The one woman who could possibly fill that void was the woman from his past he’d sworn would never be his type.
Chanel Declan wasn’t the woman everyone thought she was. She’d run from her past life to create a new one time and time again. Returning home to get another fresh start leads her back to her past. But this time, she’s determined to make it work.
Can two people whose past timelines are so closely intertwined make it through the secrets they wove to reach their present?
Chanel Declan wasn’t the woman everyone thought she was. She’d run from her past life to create a new one time and time again. Returning home to get another fresh start leads her back to her past. But this time, she’s determined to make it work.
Can two people whose past timelines are so closely intertwined make it through the secrets they wove to reach their present?
293 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 23, 2024
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T.S. Martin
5 books34 followersAs a fresh voice in romance, I'm passionate about capturing the essence of love in its purest, most exciting forms. My stories delve into the emotions of love both high and low, the intensity of deep connections, and the journey of finding one's soulmate in a world full of possibilities. I aim to explore the beauty and complexity of romance, bringing readers on an emotional ride that is thought-provoking. Join me as I craft tales that celebrate love in all its beautiful, messy, and magical glory.
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February 25, 2025
3.75⭐️ NTMA
Chanel + Devin 🔫🤓🏠
This is book one in The Love Secrets series. It is instalove at its finest with secrets being kept hidden from both sides. Was a little suspenseful 👀 I loved their connection & how they both fell fast for each other. Would’ve loved to see more on page. Looking forward to reading the other 2 books in the series!
Chanel + Devin 🔫🤓🏠
This is book one in The Love Secrets series. It is instalove at its finest with secrets being kept hidden from both sides. Was a little suspenseful 👀 I loved their connection & how they both fell fast for each other. Would’ve loved to see more on page. Looking forward to reading the other 2 books in the series!
September 27, 2024
A good first book
This book was recommended by a book buddy, and she was absolutely correct. The story was so good. I enjoy a little mystery, a lot of romance, and a great storyline. This story had it all. I highly recommend this fabulous story.
This book was recommended by a book buddy, and she was absolutely correct. The story was so good. I enjoy a little mystery, a lot of romance, and a great storyline. This story had it all. I highly recommend this fabulous story.
February 19, 2026
When Devin and Chanel first crossed paths it wasn’t under the best circumstances and he swore he could never be with a girl like her; however she is also the one he couldn’t stop thinking about. Years later when they meet again he decides he isn’t going to let her go again. Things became heated with them rather quickly but they both felt there was something there that they wanted to explore and didn’t care who had anything to say about it.
I liked how Devin had an alter ego which was totally opposite of the “nerd” persona he appeared to have. As well as the loving person he was when it came to Chanel. I found it interesting how his alter ego and her past life were intertwined with each other. The family dynamic with him and his brothers and their parents was nice to see and I was happy that Chanel’s relationship with her family, mainly her father, progressed throughout the book. Her mom was another story and a hot mess. The ending was a nice touch and showed just how attentive Devin was to Chanel.
I liked how Devin had an alter ego which was totally opposite of the “nerd” persona he appeared to have. As well as the loving person he was when it came to Chanel. I found it interesting how his alter ego and her past life were intertwined with each other. The family dynamic with him and his brothers and their parents was nice to see and I was happy that Chanel’s relationship with her family, mainly her father, progressed throughout the book. Her mom was another story and a hot mess. The ending was a nice touch and showed just how attentive Devin was to Chanel.
July 8, 2025
This book had an MMC that’s a little unhinged with a secret identity & A FMC that can hold her own as well. There was crazy chemistry between them & mutual attraction from day one. They both had secrets and it was only a matter of time before they came out. I really liked the two of them as a couple. And I loved the banter and relationship between the brothers. Devin & Chanel fell hard and fast & neither played about each other. This was a time. Romance. Suspense. And a little bit of action. I’m invested enough to read the next book in the series because you can tell the side characters had some secrets too.
September 22, 2024
AMAZING!
This book was EXCELLENT! T.S. Martin is going on my favorite authors list. I can’t believe this is her first novel. I discovered this book on the, “Girl Have You Read” list and I’m so glad I downloaded the sample.
It’s always risky trying out a new author but after reading the reviews and the sample I decided to give it a try and I’m so glad I did.
I am an AVID black romance reader and I read well over a hundred books a year. It is RARE I give 5 stars to books because I try to reserve that for truly amazing books and this is one such book.
I love all the layers to this story and how open and upfront Devin and Chanel were about their attraction and feelings for one another. NO GAMES were played on that front!
I can’t wait the read Ren and Demi’s stories! Please don’t make us wait too long. If you like fast paced, sexy reads with lots of passion and excitement this is the book for you! Happy Reading!
This book was EXCELLENT! T.S. Martin is going on my favorite authors list. I can’t believe this is her first novel. I discovered this book on the, “Girl Have You Read” list and I’m so glad I downloaded the sample.
It’s always risky trying out a new author but after reading the reviews and the sample I decided to give it a try and I’m so glad I did.
I am an AVID black romance reader and I read well over a hundred books a year. It is RARE I give 5 stars to books because I try to reserve that for truly amazing books and this is one such book.
I love all the layers to this story and how open and upfront Devin and Chanel were about their attraction and feelings for one another. NO GAMES were played on that front!
I can’t wait the read Ren and Demi’s stories! Please don’t make us wait too long. If you like fast paced, sexy reads with lots of passion and excitement this is the book for you! Happy Reading!
September 4, 2024
10's across the Board!!!!!
I am literally lost for words. BEST BOOK I HAVE READ IN 2024 (and I have read over 100) T.S Martin is a new Author for me and I will definitely be adding to my favorites just from this book. Chanel and Devin's relationship was EVERYTHING. I even enjoyed Ren and Demi and their comical ways. I'm hoping we get to find out what's all the tension between Mel and Demi because I need to know what Mel is hiding lol. Oh and let me not forget about my girl Shvonne, she sounds like a ball of fun and I enjoyed her too.
READ THE BOOK! I PROMISE YOU WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED
I am literally lost for words. BEST BOOK I HAVE READ IN 2024 (and I have read over 100) T.S Martin is a new Author for me and I will definitely be adding to my favorites just from this book. Chanel and Devin's relationship was EVERYTHING. I even enjoyed Ren and Demi and their comical ways. I'm hoping we get to find out what's all the tension between Mel and Demi because I need to know what Mel is hiding lol. Oh and let me not forget about my girl Shvonne, she sounds like a ball of fun and I enjoyed her too.
READ THE BOOK! I PROMISE YOU WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED
July 20, 2025
Love, Like That (Love Secrets Series Book 1)
Listen, Devin is all that and then some. Who doesn't love a man that is smart, handsome, a nerd, a thug, with BDE in abundance. Yes hunni, Devin can get it every second, minute, hour, day, week month, and year. Whew Chile, that man is it for me!!!
I truly enjoyed this story. It was a second chance in a sense because Devin and Chanel met when they were younger. They each went their separate ways, but circumstances brought them back to the beginning.
I love the funny moments as well as the family aspect. Very good start to the series. Five stars indeed!
Listen, Devin is all that and then some. Who doesn't love a man that is smart, handsome, a nerd, a thug, with BDE in abundance. Yes hunni, Devin can get it every second, minute, hour, day, week month, and year. Whew Chile, that man is it for me!!!
I truly enjoyed this story. It was a second chance in a sense because Devin and Chanel met when they were younger. They each went their separate ways, but circumstances brought them back to the beginning.
I love the funny moments as well as the family aspect. Very good start to the series. Five stars indeed!
October 17, 2025
The book was crazy with the way they reconnected again. The secrets between these two and their surrounding family was like damnnnnn.. why can’t yall communicate. Devin is the ultimate alpha male, computer science and AI genius and leader. The man doesn’t play around at all… and Chanel was that girl. Amazing character, lover girl.. building her confidence. I loved after realizing something wasn’t for her anymore, she got into something else. She thinks he’s a nerd and he thinks she’s boujie but they fall for each other and waste no time at all… the suspense combined with the romance was sooooo good! Devin just knows how to love on his woman. My God. I loved how there’s more books in the series so I’m sure we will get to see more and an update.
September 11, 2024
Instant Love Story
He’s a wealthy businessman hiding a dark secret as the mastermind behind a powerful criminal organization.
She’s a former DEA agent who has reinvented herself as a successful realtor, leaving her past behind.
Their paths cross briefly as teens, neither knowing who the other was. They've both harbored thoughts of one another over the years.
When they unexpectedly meet again, the chemistry between them is electric, sparking a fast-paced and passionate romance.
Her past collides with his present. Will their secrets drive them apart? Read it to find out.
He’s a wealthy businessman hiding a dark secret as the mastermind behind a powerful criminal organization.
She’s a former DEA agent who has reinvented herself as a successful realtor, leaving her past behind.
Their paths cross briefly as teens, neither knowing who the other was. They've both harbored thoughts of one another over the years.
When they unexpectedly meet again, the chemistry between them is electric, sparking a fast-paced and passionate romance.
Her past collides with his present. Will their secrets drive them apart? Read it to find out.
November 1, 2024
The One
Devin really was the One for Chanel. This book was a good read and I like the relationship between Devin, Demi and Ren...they never switched up. The jokes were on point. Then there was Devin and Chanel, these two were definitely about each other from the first time they met even though they were basically talking about each other. Years later and they couldn't stop thinking about each other. When they reconnect, it's literally go time for these two and they're all gas no brakes. I can't wait for the next book.
Devin really was the One for Chanel. This book was a good read and I like the relationship between Devin, Demi and Ren...they never switched up. The jokes were on point. Then there was Devin and Chanel, these two were definitely about each other from the first time they met even though they were basically talking about each other. Years later and they couldn't stop thinking about each other. When they reconnect, it's literally go time for these two and they're all gas no brakes. I can't wait for the next book.
December 21, 2024
Love it
4.5⭐️
I was not expecting this! Lol I definitely was judging based off the cover and it was giving nerd falling in love but baby far from that!
I loved the connection with Chanel and Devin even after so many years! Once they got together, Devin say, Your Mine!! lol yes this is a love story but both Devin and Chanel are hiding secrets! Once those secrets start to drop they had to figure out how they was going to move forward! Chanel mom was insaneeeeeee with what she thought she was planning!
Looking forward to seeing how the rest of the series goes!
4.5⭐️
I was not expecting this! Lol I definitely was judging based off the cover and it was giving nerd falling in love but baby far from that!
I loved the connection with Chanel and Devin even after so many years! Once they got together, Devin say, Your Mine!! lol yes this is a love story but both Devin and Chanel are hiding secrets! Once those secrets start to drop they had to figure out how they was going to move forward! Chanel mom was insaneeeeeee with what she thought she was planning!
Looking forward to seeing how the rest of the series goes!
September 2, 2025
Childhood connection, fast burn/insta love, they both fall first, MMC is possessive!
I loved this book! Suspenseful, both FMC and MMC have secrets. Both successful, but MMC is def a billionaire.
I loved how the FMC had her own mind and didn’t live the life her parents wanted for her… I loved how the MMC was not afraid to show his emotions and sjow how he felt about the FMC. His family was amazing as well, I loved their bond and relationship..
This book was very spicy and had some very suspenseful moments.
I loved this book! Suspenseful, both FMC and MMC have secrets. Both successful, but MMC is def a billionaire.
I loved how the FMC had her own mind and didn’t live the life her parents wanted for her… I loved how the MMC was not afraid to show his emotions and sjow how he felt about the FMC. His family was amazing as well, I loved their bond and relationship..
This book was very spicy and had some very suspenseful moments.
October 9, 2024
Love, Like That FOR SURE!!
New to me author and I was not disappointed! This read gave me all of the feels! Devin and Chanel were a perfect match for one another! Devin was all gas no breaks with Chanel and Chanel was in it with him as well! Glad despite the secret they were hiding about themselves from each other didn’t cause too much of a rift and they were able to get there HEA.
New to me author and I was not disappointed! This read gave me all of the feels! Devin and Chanel were a perfect match for one another! Devin was all gas no breaks with Chanel and Chanel was in it with him as well! Glad despite the secret they were hiding about themselves from each other didn’t cause too much of a rift and they were able to get there HEA.
November 7, 2024
⭐️⭐️⭐️
Another new to me author, I discovered on IG. Book 1 is okay, some aspects of the story was choppy and corny to me.
Overall, it’s okay; bits of it was Tubi-ish. Still I plan on at least reading book 2. I’m more interested in what’s going on with Demi and Mel. Why the hate and what’s the secrecy? Hopefully it’s not as anticlimactic as aspects of this story. What was all that about Gloria? Only for the whole plot to fizzle; she caused all this drama- for what?
Another new to me author, I discovered on IG. Book 1 is okay, some aspects of the story was choppy and corny to me.
Overall, it’s okay; bits of it was Tubi-ish. Still I plan on at least reading book 2. I’m more interested in what’s going on with Demi and Mel. Why the hate and what’s the secrecy? Hopefully it’s not as anticlimactic as aspects of this story. What was all that about Gloria? Only for the whole plot to fizzle; she caused all this drama- for what?
February 20, 2025
This was some good erotica! If you looking for a book with heavy plot this ain't it but if you're in the mood for a lot of hot sex and insta love then I highly recommend this. This isn't a dark romance but we do have an unhinged and possesive MMC and a badass MFC. The chemistry between Chanel and Devin was palpable and the secrets they hold just as deep. The book isn't long, only 277 pages and I had a grand time reading it. Can't wait to dive into the rest of the series.
August 2, 2025
Poindexter’s Passion
Oh wow, I hadn't anticipated many elements 😲!Nevertheless, there’s no snoozing with “Love, Like That (Love Secrets Series - Book 1)”🤩‼️This was my first read from Author T.S. Martin, both the plot & character development was superior. I’m anxiously awaiting books two & three of this Love Secrets Series. Chanel & Devin’s journey wasn't traditional yet they were exhilarating, entertaining & passionate 🤭🤷🏾♀️‼️Excellent💐 …Bravo💐…Excellent read💐‼️
Oh wow, I hadn't anticipated many elements 😲!Nevertheless, there’s no snoozing with “Love, Like That (Love Secrets Series - Book 1)”🤩‼️This was my first read from Author T.S. Martin, both the plot & character development was superior. I’m anxiously awaiting books two & three of this Love Secrets Series. Chanel & Devin’s journey wasn't traditional yet they were exhilarating, entertaining & passionate 🤭🤷🏾♀️‼️Excellent💐 …Bravo💐…Excellent read💐‼️
October 19, 2025
Instalove and plot holes
The One Two and Three thing was confusing when the business and alter egos shared the names. It was ok, but I wish more of the connection was shown instead of just told. Her parents were a trip. The whole conniving elements with her Mom fell flat in the end. She had been manipulative for years, then just fades away in the end? It was entertaining enough so I’ll continue the series.
The One Two and Three thing was confusing when the business and alter egos shared the names. It was ok, but I wish more of the connection was shown instead of just told. Her parents were a trip. The whole conniving elements with her Mom fell flat in the end. She had been manipulative for years, then just fades away in the end? It was entertaining enough so I’ll continue the series.
January 11, 2025
All Mine
Hold on. Why was Devin a melanin Bruce Banner/Hulk? I was totally not expecting what I read to be what I read. Chanel goes from clowning him to not being able to resist him.
Yeah, this book was good. How their lives intertwined was even better. I am on to book 2 now because I am invested. One and "small One" made the ending even that much better.
Hold on. Why was Devin a melanin Bruce Banner/Hulk? I was totally not expecting what I read to be what I read. Chanel goes from clowning him to not being able to resist him.
Yeah, this book was good. How their lives intertwined was even better. I am on to book 2 now because I am invested. One and "small One" made the ending even that much better.
April 10, 2025
3.5
Devin and Chanel had two chance encounters when they were teenagers and carried it with them into adulthood. Chanel and Devin had their fair share of secrets related to their job double lives, but the two were always onto each other. Gloria was a whole mess and dead wrong for the situation Michael. Will read about Dorian and Dimitri later.
Devin and Chanel had two chance encounters when they were teenagers and carried it with them into adulthood. Chanel and Devin had their fair share of secrets related to their job double lives, but the two were always onto each other. Gloria was a whole mess and dead wrong for the situation Michael. Will read about Dorian and Dimitri later.
June 19, 2025
I really enjoyed this book, Devinn was everything. I loved his and Chanel relationship the fact that he thought about her after all those years is crazy.... Almost every page had some spicy scenes so if you are not into that this book may not be for you. I like stuff like that some I ate this book up LOL
a must read (my first time reading a book from this author definitely won't be my last.)
a must read (my first time reading a book from this author definitely won't be my last.)
September 12, 2025
Devin and Chanel🤞🏾
4.5 ⭐️ 🤝🏾
I loooved Devin and Chanel!
This was fast paced read with a Mr. and Mrs. smith type feel.
Devin did not play about her! He went for exactly want he wanted! And it appears all of the books in this series are on the same timeline, on to the next one immediately!
4.5 ⭐️ 🤝🏾
I loooved Devin and Chanel!
This was fast paced read with a Mr. and Mrs. smith type feel.
Devin did not play about her! He went for exactly want he wanted! And it appears all of the books in this series are on the same timeline, on to the next one immediately!
October 24, 2025
I love a good love story with unhingedness.
I smiled this entire read. Devin and Nel just made me happy. I loved the instant attraction that they had. I like Devins' character as a whole. He was nerdy by day and nothing to be played with by night.
Sidebar: I think Mel smashing Nels father. Let me go read the next book to see.
I smiled this entire read. Devin and Nel just made me happy. I loved the instant attraction that they had. I like Devins' character as a whole. He was nerdy by day and nothing to be played with by night.
Sidebar: I think Mel smashing Nels father. Let me go read the next book to see.
December 31, 2025
New to me author and I already know that I will enjoy their writing.
I love the storyline and the relationship among our three MMC's.
Each book focuses on one of the men but naturally, their relationship and brotherhood is felt throughout.
I was definitely not expecting the spice but it was a welcomed surprise!
thoroughly enjoyed this read and will be diving into the series!
I love the storyline and the relationship among our three MMC's.
Each book focuses on one of the men but naturally, their relationship and brotherhood is felt throughout.
I was definitely not expecting the spice but it was a welcomed surprise!
thoroughly enjoyed this read and will be diving into the series!
August 25, 2024
Great story
This was an amazing story from start to finish. I love how badass the fmc was. The bond between 1 2 and 3 was so funny. I recommend you grab a copy; you're in for a treat.
This was an amazing story from start to finish. I love how badass the fmc was. The bond between 1 2 and 3 was so funny. I recommend you grab a copy; you're in for a treat.
August 28, 2024
it’s like that
Devin and Chanel had insta love that would draw you in. I’m here for it! TS Martin did not disappoint and with this being her 1st book you couldn’t tell it!! I enjoyed the story and can’t wait for book 2
Devin and Chanel had insta love that would draw you in. I’m here for it! TS Martin did not disappoint and with this being her 1st book you couldn’t tell it!! I enjoyed the story and can’t wait for book 2
October 25, 2024
3.5 ⭐️
Warning: I MAY be in a reading slump I’m not quite sure…however, the only thing that stopped me from giving this book a solid 3 is the spice. The MMC is this book was sooo nasty. The spicy scenes were reallly good. Other than that the book was okay.
Warning: I MAY be in a reading slump I’m not quite sure…however, the only thing that stopped me from giving this book a solid 3 is the spice. The MMC is this book was sooo nasty. The spicy scenes were reallly good. Other than that the book was okay.
July 11, 2025
Easy read
This was an easy love story sprinkled with some spice. I enjoyed reading it through. Its one of those where you can guess what's Going to happen And you wish it would not end so fast. But as usual Just go get the dang book!
This was an easy love story sprinkled with some spice. I enjoyed reading it through. Its one of those where you can guess what's Going to happen And you wish it would not end so fast. But as usual Just go get the dang book!
August 28, 2025
⭐️⭐️⭐️
The book was entertaining; however the spicy scenes were excessive. I would have rather read more on how Devin and Chanel’s relationship grew. We don’t learn why Shavonne and Two were weird around each other or why Mel was absent. Seems incomplete/rushed.
The book was entertaining; however the spicy scenes were excessive. I would have rather read more on how Devin and Chanel’s relationship grew. We don’t learn why Shavonne and Two were weird around each other or why Mel was absent. Seems incomplete/rushed.
October 5, 2024
Solid!
New comer Takeya Martin did what needed to he done. Sharing just enough information to keep you reading she told an excellent story. I am looking forward to more of her work.
New comer Takeya Martin did what needed to he done. Sharing just enough information to keep you reading she told an excellent story. I am looking forward to more of her work.
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