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F*ckin' With Me
Simonette Brand just wants to be left alone in her happy place of crime investigation and documentaries. She didn’t bother anyone, but that certainly doesn’t mean that she wasn’t bothered by those closest to her. When an occasion calls for a special arrangement, will it satisfy the need or leave her wanting more?
Daylen Verse was put on earth to play ball and live his life to the fullest. He wasn’t worried or looking for a relationship or love. When a favor places him in an entanglement, will it be an unintentional home run or will he strike out?
Daylen Verse was put on earth to play ball and live his life to the fullest. He wasn’t worried or looking for a relationship or love. When a favor places him in an entanglement, will it be an unintentional home run or will he strike out?
171 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 7, 2025
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Mel Dau
103 books692 followersMel Dau (Melvin’s Daughter) was born in Vicenza, Italy but raised in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. She is the baby girl and only girl of three. She has always had a love for books beginning with the Baby Sitter’s Club, R.L. Stine, and Christopher Pike. She dabbled in writing as she grew up but never took it as seriously as she should have.
Mel Dau graduated from from Wando High School, then later matriculated to Benedict College (BSW) and Webster University (MHRM). She is a mother of a teenage daughter, a HR Professional, and a proud member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.
Her love for Urban Literature did not arrive until Mid-2016. Reading over 900 books from 2016 to 2017, she was obsessed with reading--an obsession that helped her cope with her father’s illness and death. In March of 2018, she decided to finally come from behind the wall and submit a short story which resulted in her first Book, Khiaere and Phy: A Charleston Love Story being published under Queens of Lit Presents. Under Queens of Lit Presents, she successfully published 15 titles that were all debuted in the top fifty on Amazon Top 100.
In May of 2020, she was signed to her new publisher B. Love Publications where she continues her growth as an author. Her purpose as an author is to provide her readers’ with her E³ formula, Entertain, Encourage & Educate. She achieved her first #1 Bestseller with her Erotica title, Pet The Kitty. In August of 2020 she founded Mel Dau Publications, LLC to pursue self-published projects. Penning in a lane all her own, her Informational Dramas fulfills her purpose with every release. Her overall desire is to use her fiction catalog to help change at least one person’s non-fiction reality.
Mel Dau graduated from from Wando High School, then later matriculated to Benedict College (BSW) and Webster University (MHRM). She is a mother of a teenage daughter, a HR Professional, and a proud member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.
Her love for Urban Literature did not arrive until Mid-2016. Reading over 900 books from 2016 to 2017, she was obsessed with reading--an obsession that helped her cope with her father’s illness and death. In March of 2018, she decided to finally come from behind the wall and submit a short story which resulted in her first Book, Khiaere and Phy: A Charleston Love Story being published under Queens of Lit Presents. Under Queens of Lit Presents, she successfully published 15 titles that were all debuted in the top fifty on Amazon Top 100.
In May of 2020, she was signed to her new publisher B. Love Publications where she continues her growth as an author. Her purpose as an author is to provide her readers’ with her E³ formula, Entertain, Encourage & Educate. She achieved her first #1 Bestseller with her Erotica title, Pet The Kitty. In August of 2020 she founded Mel Dau Publications, LLC to pursue self-published projects. Penning in a lane all her own, her Informational Dramas fulfills her purpose with every release. Her overall desire is to use her fiction catalog to help change at least one person’s non-fiction reality.
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October 10, 2025
Messing with me
I needed this read after being disappointed in the last book I read (by another author). Mel keeps me laughing with her books lately with the foolishness of her characters and this one was no different.
Simonette was shy and a dork but I loved that about her. She was genuine and didn’t mess with anybody. Imagine having your biggest pops being your mom and sister, who would need enemies with them in your life. I could not for the life of me figure out why they hated this still so bad other than them hating themselves and wanting to tear her down because she was authentic and unbothered. I was glad that Simonette reached out to Daylen and found a genuine connection with him and his sister. She needed someone else to stand up for her like her father did and these two stepped behind her.
The wedding weekend was epic and so funny. Karma was served and Simonette walked away with a man and a best friend. I liked Simonette and Daylen together and seeing him help her get onto of her shell and encouraged her to stand up for herself.
There were some things that were predictable int he sorry, but seeing them actually happen made them that much funnier. I thoroughly enjoyed this story from beginning to end and didn’t mind the minimal errors or inconsistencies.
I needed this read after being disappointed in the last book I read (by another author). Mel keeps me laughing with her books lately with the foolishness of her characters and this one was no different.
Simonette was shy and a dork but I loved that about her. She was genuine and didn’t mess with anybody. Imagine having your biggest pops being your mom and sister, who would need enemies with them in your life. I could not for the life of me figure out why they hated this still so bad other than them hating themselves and wanting to tear her down because she was authentic and unbothered. I was glad that Simonette reached out to Daylen and found a genuine connection with him and his sister. She needed someone else to stand up for her like her father did and these two stepped behind her.
The wedding weekend was epic and so funny. Karma was served and Simonette walked away with a man and a best friend. I liked Simonette and Daylen together and seeing him help her get onto of her shell and encouraged her to stand up for herself.
There were some things that were predictable int he sorry, but seeing them actually happen made them that much funnier. I thoroughly enjoyed this story from beginning to end and didn’t mind the minimal errors or inconsistencies.
November 7, 2025
Nothing I hate more in a book than a weak FMC. And the FMC in this book was weaker than a leaf on a tree in fall🙃🙃🙃.
It took you getting in a relationship with a man for you to know your worth and acknowledge your strength and boundaries and stop allowing people to walk all over you and treat you like trash?????
Simonette was a 30 year old, college educated woman, in the career field of her dreams, living in her own home yet she read like a childish teenager🤦🏾♀️.
Her mom and her sister were two evil hearted, hateful bitches who treated her like the scum of the earth and the dirt beneath their shoes EVERY SINGLE TIME she came around. And guess what??? She continued to go around them and endure that.
Are we suppose to overlook the fact that the dad was trash as well. Both him and the mom had a favorite child and clearly didn’t hide it. Then wonder why the kids were the way they were. He admitted to leaving all the time for work because he didn’t want to be around the mom while also knowing that the mom was treating one child like trash but catering to and loving the other. But yet we suppose to give him a pat on the back for “defending” Simonette when he does decide to stay around long enough???🤔🤔🤔
It took you getting in a relationship with a man for you to know your worth and acknowledge your strength and boundaries and stop allowing people to walk all over you and treat you like trash?????
Simonette was a 30 year old, college educated woman, in the career field of her dreams, living in her own home yet she read like a childish teenager🤦🏾♀️.
Her mom and her sister were two evil hearted, hateful bitches who treated her like the scum of the earth and the dirt beneath their shoes EVERY SINGLE TIME she came around. And guess what??? She continued to go around them and endure that.
Are we suppose to overlook the fact that the dad was trash as well. Both him and the mom had a favorite child and clearly didn’t hide it. Then wonder why the kids were the way they were. He admitted to leaving all the time for work because he didn’t want to be around the mom while also knowing that the mom was treating one child like trash but catering to and loving the other. But yet we suppose to give him a pat on the back for “defending” Simonette when he does decide to stay around long enough???🤔🤔🤔
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October 18, 2025
Alright now Mel! I loved Simonette, and how she owned her quirkiness. She wasn't worried about what other people were wearing, doing, or saying, she was going to do her! Tutoring and getting her degree was her goal. That is, it, that is all.
Daylen lives and breathes baseball. However, he needs that math grade to graduate. Simonette is brilliant, and cute, but weird and dresses funny. After he does her shady at a party, he tells her that if she ever needs anything to reach out to him.
Simonette's mother and sister are straight trash! 🤬 The way they treated her was uncalled for, and unprovoked! 😤 When Simonette is backed into a corner, she needs that favor from Daylen. Wasn't sure how they would pull this off, being so different and with Simonette being so green to almost everything. But Daylen's sister Rissa quickly befriends her and brings her out of her shell, while showing her that she is beautiful inside and out. The feelings brought forth in Daylen for Simonette are shocking to him. He never thought he would want an exclusive relationship, especially with someone like Simonette. However, this woman is different from the girl he knew in college, and he is really feeling her. They were adorable together, and the way he handled her family for berating her was top tier! Loved it! 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾
Daylen lives and breathes baseball. However, he needs that math grade to graduate. Simonette is brilliant, and cute, but weird and dresses funny. After he does her shady at a party, he tells her that if she ever needs anything to reach out to him.
Simonette's mother and sister are straight trash! 🤬 The way they treated her was uncalled for, and unprovoked! 😤 When Simonette is backed into a corner, she needs that favor from Daylen. Wasn't sure how they would pull this off, being so different and with Simonette being so green to almost everything. But Daylen's sister Rissa quickly befriends her and brings her out of her shell, while showing her that she is beautiful inside and out. The feelings brought forth in Daylen for Simonette are shocking to him. He never thought he would want an exclusive relationship, especially with someone like Simonette. However, this woman is different from the girl he knew in college, and he is really feeling her. They were adorable together, and the way he handled her family for berating her was top tier! Loved it! 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾
October 11, 2025
F*ckin'With Me
Melvin's Daughter, if you don't sit down and write these books Boo. You are a truly gifted story teller. I f*cks with you Ma.
This book was so good. The funny moments are always on point. The relationship between Sim and her dad was everything. I'm so happy that she came into her own, and finally started putting folks in their places.
Daylen, Rashad, and Rissa loved her unconditionally as well as her dad. I'm happy that she called in the favor because love always wins.
Fantastic book!!!!!
Melvin's Daughter, if you don't sit down and write these books Boo. You are a truly gifted story teller. I f*cks with you Ma.
This book was so good. The funny moments are always on point. The relationship between Sim and her dad was everything. I'm so happy that she came into her own, and finally started putting folks in their places.
Daylen, Rashad, and Rissa loved her unconditionally as well as her dad. I'm happy that she called in the favor because love always wins.
Fantastic book!!!!!
December 3, 2025
This was an amazing love story with straight drama. Relatable drama I couldn’t put the book down and was made when I was interrupted lol. Mel did an amazing job the was my first booked but definitely won’t be my last. This was an amazing read. I love it here 🔥🔥🔥❤️❤️❤️❤️
October 23, 2025
⭐️⭐️⭐️
This was a quick stress free read after over indulging on heavier darker books. The drama was entertaining and what I’ve come to expect from this author.
Overall: okay
This was a quick stress free read after over indulging on heavier darker books. The drama was entertaining and what I’ve come to expect from this author.
Overall: okay
October 28, 2025
Day and Sim
The college interaction between Day and Sim had me thinking a much different storyline was in the works but what we got was true Mel Dau goodness with a trope that can be hard to pull off if not done right. Thankfully, she got it right.
Now, admittedly, our first interaction with present day Dalyn had me questioning if I liked him as a MMC but after he agreed to the favor, he seemingly did a 180 and became my favorite type of Book Bae - one who is a little unhinged and will get reckless in the mouth and actions with anyone who disrespects his woman.
Him and Rissa kept me laughing out loud with their interactions with Simone and Lanette. Mr Barnes also had a few good LOL moments too. That wedding weekend was very much SOMEthing!
I loved that the author didn't change Sim with some unrealistic "glow up", she was who she was and Day really saw and grew to love who she was.
The bulk of the story was only over the course of a few days, but it didn't feel rushed and it was enjoyable to me to see Day help Sim flourish while he and Rissa both encouraged and empowered her to finally stand up for herself. I really enjoyed this one and didn't want it to end.
The college interaction between Day and Sim had me thinking a much different storyline was in the works but what we got was true Mel Dau goodness with a trope that can be hard to pull off if not done right. Thankfully, she got it right.
Now, admittedly, our first interaction with present day Dalyn had me questioning if I liked him as a MMC but after he agreed to the favor, he seemingly did a 180 and became my favorite type of Book Bae - one who is a little unhinged and will get reckless in the mouth and actions with anyone who disrespects his woman.
Him and Rissa kept me laughing out loud with their interactions with Simone and Lanette. Mr Barnes also had a few good LOL moments too. That wedding weekend was very much SOMEthing!
I loved that the author didn't change Sim with some unrealistic "glow up", she was who she was and Day really saw and grew to love who she was.
The bulk of the story was only over the course of a few days, but it didn't feel rushed and it was enjoyable to me to see Day help Sim flourish while he and Rissa both encouraged and empowered her to finally stand up for herself. I really enjoyed this one and didn't want it to end.
October 29, 2025
i don't know who was worse, the mama or the absentee father. I don't like how everyone gave the father a pass for being an ain't ish father. He knowingly allowed the wife to raise one child "bad" while he gave the blacksheep pats on the back every now and then. He purposely stayed away and allowed the wife to do whatever then when he is ready to divorce her he then decides to start moving some furniture.
February 11, 2026
I forgot how PRESSURE Mel Dau’s pen game is! When I tell y’all I enjoyed the HECK out of this story… it was everything. It had me laughing, side-eyeing, and fully entertained from beginning to end. Exactly what I needed!
At first, I wasn’t really feeling Daylen. He had me side-eyeing him heavy in the beginning, but baby… he redeemed himself. Him, Rashad, and Rissa had me cracking up the whole time. Their dynamic was top-tier.
What started off as a fake dating situation between Daylen and Simonette quickly turned into something real—and I loved every minute of it. She got herself a man who did not play about her… and a true friend. And let’s just say Daylen definitely turned Simonette out 😏 lol. Ohhh and I love how he told her to “Drag her nut.” I don’t know what that means but when I did I was like yasssss Simonette drag your nut!!!
Now, even though I liked her dad, I was still side-eyeing him over how he handled his wife and Lanette’s behavior. Instead of standing up and dealing with the mess at home, he chose to avoid it. And I still don’t understand how Simone could treat her own child the way she did, but I digress. She and Lanette got exactly what they deserved for being entitled and messy. I was so proud of Simonette for finally growing a backbone and standing up for herself. They played in her face for far too long!
This book gave humor, growth, romance, and drama. I was locked in the whole time.
At first, I wasn’t really feeling Daylen. He had me side-eyeing him heavy in the beginning, but baby… he redeemed himself. Him, Rashad, and Rissa had me cracking up the whole time. Their dynamic was top-tier.
What started off as a fake dating situation between Daylen and Simonette quickly turned into something real—and I loved every minute of it. She got herself a man who did not play about her… and a true friend. And let’s just say Daylen definitely turned Simonette out 😏 lol. Ohhh and I love how he told her to “Drag her nut.” I don’t know what that means but when I did I was like yasssss Simonette drag your nut!!!
Now, even though I liked her dad, I was still side-eyeing him over how he handled his wife and Lanette’s behavior. Instead of standing up and dealing with the mess at home, he chose to avoid it. And I still don’t understand how Simone could treat her own child the way she did, but I digress. She and Lanette got exactly what they deserved for being entitled and messy. I was so proud of Simonette for finally growing a backbone and standing up for herself. They played in her face for far too long!
This book gave humor, growth, romance, and drama. I was locked in the whole time.
January 9, 2026
Fckin With Me* by Mel Dau was one of those books that pulls you in because of the characters. They felt real, flawed, emotional, and sometimes annoying in a way that made sense. Nobody was perfect, and that’s exactly what made the story hit.
Simonette’s growth was probably my favorite part. Watching her start off quiet, overlooked, and unsure of herself, then slowly step into her confidence and realize her worth was so satisfying. I loved how she didn’t magically change overnight her journey felt earned. And seeing people like Daylen and Rissa genuinely support her instead of tearing her down? Chef’s kiss.
Daylen surprised me in the best way. He wasn’t just a love interest he actually grew. His loyalty, the way he showed up, and how he learned to really see Simonette made the chemistry between them feel real and not just physical. The tension, the miscommunication, the push and pull yeah it was frustrating at times, but in a realistic way. Like, “now why would you do that?” but also… I get it.
The family drama added just enough chaos to keep things interesting without taking away from the love story. It was messy, emotional, funny at times, and honestly relatable. You could tell past hurt played a big role in how the characters moved, especially when it came to trust and vulnerability.
Overall, this book worked because the characters carried it. The chemistry was undeniable, the emotions felt authentic, and the growth made the ending worth it. Definitely one of those “just one more chapter” reads that has you finishing the book faster than planned.
If you like romance with depth, real character development, and a little mess mixed in, this one is absolutely worth the read. Mel Dau did her thing no notes. 📖✨
Simonette’s growth was probably my favorite part. Watching her start off quiet, overlooked, and unsure of herself, then slowly step into her confidence and realize her worth was so satisfying. I loved how she didn’t magically change overnight her journey felt earned. And seeing people like Daylen and Rissa genuinely support her instead of tearing her down? Chef’s kiss.
Daylen surprised me in the best way. He wasn’t just a love interest he actually grew. His loyalty, the way he showed up, and how he learned to really see Simonette made the chemistry between them feel real and not just physical. The tension, the miscommunication, the push and pull yeah it was frustrating at times, but in a realistic way. Like, “now why would you do that?” but also… I get it.
The family drama added just enough chaos to keep things interesting without taking away from the love story. It was messy, emotional, funny at times, and honestly relatable. You could tell past hurt played a big role in how the characters moved, especially when it came to trust and vulnerability.
Overall, this book worked because the characters carried it. The chemistry was undeniable, the emotions felt authentic, and the growth made the ending worth it. Definitely one of those “just one more chapter” reads that has you finishing the book faster than planned.
If you like romance with depth, real character development, and a little mess mixed in, this one is absolutely worth the read. Mel Dau did her thing no notes. 📖✨
November 10, 2025
Oh… I had to DNF this book and omg???
The fmc is the definition of weakkkkk. Idk I’m only 30% in and i honestly had to skim through it.
My first ick was the MMC… it wasn’t him being a dog cause yeah yeah he’s rich famous it’s expected. But idk the way he spoked about the FMC “oh it was an empty promise… she wore a church dress the a party..” w.e the fuck he said. To me it felt like he was making fun of the girl and I can never. Whenever I read a book and the FMC is a bookworm, sweet, soft w.e it is I expect the MMC to love those characteristics about them and I wasn’t feeling that with them so that was just done for me honestly.
I don’t like books where parents have favorites and they don’t hide that shit. The dad was just as bad as the mom and that’s what created those tensions between the sisters. They’re all just horrible all around.
Also it’s just not believable to me if I’m being honest. It sounds like Simonette is a pretty girl and for her to be successful and 30 it doesn’t sound believable that she hasn’t had at least her first kiss yet. I love an unexperienced character don’t get me wrong… but I’m sorry you can’t be both inexperienced and a push over.
The writing was corny to me. The characters were corny to me. Everything was just corny.
The fmc is the definition of weakkkkk. Idk I’m only 30% in and i honestly had to skim through it.
My first ick was the MMC… it wasn’t him being a dog cause yeah yeah he’s rich famous it’s expected. But idk the way he spoked about the FMC “oh it was an empty promise… she wore a church dress the a party..” w.e the fuck he said. To me it felt like he was making fun of the girl and I can never. Whenever I read a book and the FMC is a bookworm, sweet, soft w.e it is I expect the MMC to love those characteristics about them and I wasn’t feeling that with them so that was just done for me honestly.
I don’t like books where parents have favorites and they don’t hide that shit. The dad was just as bad as the mom and that’s what created those tensions between the sisters. They’re all just horrible all around.
Also it’s just not believable to me if I’m being honest. It sounds like Simonette is a pretty girl and for her to be successful and 30 it doesn’t sound believable that she hasn’t had at least her first kiss yet. I love an unexperienced character don’t get me wrong… but I’m sorry you can’t be both inexperienced and a push over.
The writing was corny to me. The characters were corny to me. Everything was just corny.
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January 4, 2026
Daylen and Simonette!! 🔥🔥🔥
The cover piqued my interest. The synopsis drew me closer. But it was my sister Ruby that had me 1-click to buy this book. And omg was this book hotter than the hottest pepper on the scoville scale!! 🌶🌶🌶🔥🔥🔥
First, I loved and appreciated the back story. It made a huge difference for character development. And just after reading the first 2 chapters I was ready to drop kick Simone and ratchet behind daughter Lanette into the next hemisphere. Talk about two of the most bougie, nasty, disgusting bold faced liars! I'm so glad Simonette reached out to Daylen. Better yet I'm so glad he still carried that cell phone. Cause Simonette needed a bulldog in her corner. And he came with reinforcements! Rissa & Rashad. Those 2 had me ROTFL! The shenanigans!
I loved Day for Sim and vice versa. Their story was soooo good! It had me laughing, smiling, kissing my teeth and rolling my eyes, angry over the audacity of some, jaw-dropping at the things I didn't see coming, only to smile sarcastically while thinking karma is coming soon, to smirking, nodding and fingerclapping (iykyk) to being overjoyed that Daylen and Simonette finally got their so much deserved HEA. If there was ever a book I wanted to recommend, this is that book. It's an absolutely must-read.
The cover piqued my interest. The synopsis drew me closer. But it was my sister Ruby that had me 1-click to buy this book. And omg was this book hotter than the hottest pepper on the scoville scale!! 🌶🌶🌶🔥🔥🔥
First, I loved and appreciated the back story. It made a huge difference for character development. And just after reading the first 2 chapters I was ready to drop kick Simone and ratchet behind daughter Lanette into the next hemisphere. Talk about two of the most bougie, nasty, disgusting bold faced liars! I'm so glad Simonette reached out to Daylen. Better yet I'm so glad he still carried that cell phone. Cause Simonette needed a bulldog in her corner. And he came with reinforcements! Rissa & Rashad. Those 2 had me ROTFL! The shenanigans!
I loved Day for Sim and vice versa. Their story was soooo good! It had me laughing, smiling, kissing my teeth and rolling my eyes, angry over the audacity of some, jaw-dropping at the things I didn't see coming, only to smile sarcastically while thinking karma is coming soon, to smirking, nodding and fingerclapping (iykyk) to being overjoyed that Daylen and Simonette finally got their so much deserved HEA. If there was ever a book I wanted to recommend, this is that book. It's an absolutely must-read.
November 18, 2025
Daylen and Simonette, A Beautiful Love
I LOVED everything about this story and was so excited for Simonette!!!…Who would have thought that 1 phone call would open up not just her eye, but her heart to love, a world to a beautiful friendship and a beautiful personality that was loved by many!!!…I love that she let her balls drag and NEVER stopped!!!…
Daylen, although rough around the collar, was just what Simonette needed to bring her all the way out her shell!!!…Who would have thought he would find true love in the most unique and beautiful person!!!…
Simone and Lanette got exactly what they wanted, a relationship with each other!!!…To lose EVERYTHING and take no responsibility is insane!!!…
Mr Robert made sure he finally chin checked his wife Ana daughter and then sought to get the peace he so deserved!!!…
This was such a beautiful love story, there was so many laughable moments and moments that make your heart shed a tear!!!..
I love me some Rissa and her ability to make sure you knew she played no games about anyone in her circle!!!…The way she ate up Simone was the highlight of her character!!!…
I LOVED everything about this story and was so excited for Simonette!!!…Who would have thought that 1 phone call would open up not just her eye, but her heart to love, a world to a beautiful friendship and a beautiful personality that was loved by many!!!…I love that she let her balls drag and NEVER stopped!!!…
Daylen, although rough around the collar, was just what Simonette needed to bring her all the way out her shell!!!…Who would have thought he would find true love in the most unique and beautiful person!!!…
Simone and Lanette got exactly what they wanted, a relationship with each other!!!…To lose EVERYTHING and take no responsibility is insane!!!…
Mr Robert made sure he finally chin checked his wife Ana daughter and then sought to get the peace he so deserved!!!…
This was such a beautiful love story, there was so many laughable moments and moments that make your heart shed a tear!!!..
I love me some Rissa and her ability to make sure you knew she played no games about anyone in her circle!!!…The way she ate up Simone was the highlight of her character!!!…
February 6, 2026
The Long Game
Hmmm 🤨, I’ve intentionally avoided reading Mel Dau books primarily because her storylines, although frequently humorous characters are misogynistic, objectifying, while the FMC & or MMC were complicit in ignorance, socially & ethically ambiguous and disingenuous. …IE: Why would a convoy of people travel aboard (thirty hours) to be humiliated⁉️..That’s cruel, irresponsible, disrespectful & disturbing behavior for any adult particularly parents 🤬🥴‼️Nevertheless, I was intrigued by the cover of “Acquisition of Love: A Brand New Love”. Only to discover, Ms. Dau redirected readers to “F*ckin With Me” (3.75 ⭐️’s - 4.0 ⭐️’s potential) prior to reading upon “Acquisition of Love: A Brand New Love”was also disingenuous. Unfortunately, the end doesn’t justify the means. …I refuse to further subject myself to the toxic, juvenile & duplicitous antics of Ms. Dau’s books/plots/characters/storylines. The long game “my” long game from Mel Dau productions is my contribution to m sanity and the evolution of ethic pride❤️✊🏾🖤✊🏾💚‼️
Hmmm 🤨, I’ve intentionally avoided reading Mel Dau books primarily because her storylines, although frequently humorous characters are misogynistic, objectifying, while the FMC & or MMC were complicit in ignorance, socially & ethically ambiguous and disingenuous. …IE: Why would a convoy of people travel aboard (thirty hours) to be humiliated⁉️..That’s cruel, irresponsible, disrespectful & disturbing behavior for any adult particularly parents 🤬🥴‼️Nevertheless, I was intrigued by the cover of “Acquisition of Love: A Brand New Love”. Only to discover, Ms. Dau redirected readers to “F*ckin With Me” (3.75 ⭐️’s - 4.0 ⭐️’s potential) prior to reading upon “Acquisition of Love: A Brand New Love”was also disingenuous. Unfortunately, the end doesn’t justify the means. …I refuse to further subject myself to the toxic, juvenile & duplicitous antics of Ms. Dau’s books/plots/characters/storylines. The long game “my” long game from Mel Dau productions is my contribution to m sanity and the evolution of ethic pride❤️✊🏾🖤✊🏾💚‼️
October 26, 2025
Mel Dau Does it Again…
Daylen was the popular athlete in college, while Simonette was the geek that helped Daylen out to pass his classes to graduate and become the Pro Baseball player. Meanwhile for Simonette she made a name for herself in forensics but she still was a geek. That was until her mother and little sister came for her when it pertained to her little sisters wedding. NOW what started out as something made up for Daylen and Simonette bloomed into realness. While Rissa was Daylen’s little sister, she was the sister Simonette longed for and Rissa didn’t play. Mr. Brand, Simonette’s Father loved his entire family BUT he was tired of his wife and younger daughter treatment towards Simonette and definitely tried to have them change their ways…Loved every bit of the book and if Simonette was a real character I would praise her for her strength and being the one to find forever love!
Daylen was the popular athlete in college, while Simonette was the geek that helped Daylen out to pass his classes to graduate and become the Pro Baseball player. Meanwhile for Simonette she made a name for herself in forensics but she still was a geek. That was until her mother and little sister came for her when it pertained to her little sisters wedding. NOW what started out as something made up for Daylen and Simonette bloomed into realness. While Rissa was Daylen’s little sister, she was the sister Simonette longed for and Rissa didn’t play. Mr. Brand, Simonette’s Father loved his entire family BUT he was tired of his wife and younger daughter treatment towards Simonette and definitely tried to have them change their ways…Loved every bit of the book and if Simonette was a real character I would praise her for her strength and being the one to find forever love!
October 16, 2025
Daylen and Simonette!!
What started out as a fake relationship between Daylen and Simonette as a favor to her ends up being an unplanned romance. The way Daylen and his sister, Rissa, stood ten toes down for Sim was just the thing she needed. Daylen taught Sim how to stand up for herself as well as about love and passion. I couldn't stand Sim's mother and sister for the way they treated Sim. Those heffas ended up getting what they deserved in the end though, and I was happy about that. Rissa turned out to be the bestie that Sim was in need of. There were so many laugh out loud moments in the book that I thoroughly enjoyed. I'm hoping the author will provide us with a book with Rashad in the future. I would love to read about the woman who finally tames him. 😂😂 Mel Dau has brought us another great book that I enjoyed from the very first page!!
What started out as a fake relationship between Daylen and Simonette as a favor to her ends up being an unplanned romance. The way Daylen and his sister, Rissa, stood ten toes down for Sim was just the thing she needed. Daylen taught Sim how to stand up for herself as well as about love and passion. I couldn't stand Sim's mother and sister for the way they treated Sim. Those heffas ended up getting what they deserved in the end though, and I was happy about that. Rissa turned out to be the bestie that Sim was in need of. There were so many laugh out loud moments in the book that I thoroughly enjoyed. I'm hoping the author will provide us with a book with Rashad in the future. I would love to read about the woman who finally tames him. 😂😂 Mel Dau has brought us another great book that I enjoyed from the very first page!!
November 20, 2025
I loved this book, it was referred to me by a friend and it was just what I needed to read! The FMC Mother and Sister were horrible, but I could tolerate him - but it was a lot that he should've checked MANY years ago! I loved the MMC (not initially) but as an adult I loved him and his family! Rissa was a favorite of mine, and I loved the friendship that developed between her and the FMC! I also loved the relationship of the MMC, his father, and sister...and his best friend (he was a wild one, I would love to hear about him eventually settling down)! I loved the sports-romance aspect of the book, it was there but it wasn't too much!
The FMC Mom and Sister reminded me of Cinderella and how they treated her! Like she wasn't good enough and she was the child that had everything going for herself!
The FMC Mom and Sister reminded me of Cinderella and how they treated her! Like she wasn't good enough and she was the child that had everything going for herself!
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October 12, 2025I think you might like this book – "F*ckin' With Me" by Mel Dau. I know I did!
Favorite line ine the book 📖 was Daylen: "My be was hooved"!!
It started with a fake relationship so Simonette could bring a date to her sister's wedding. Turned into her riding in a private jet, getting first kiss, making a best friend, finding her voice and finally being seen by her college crush.
Now, the demise of her sisters wedding didn't really make sense to me because who goes that far. The Fiance was a jerk.
We should all be so lucky to land after friends and family like Rissa
She I wouldn't know what to do with myself. Her mouth! Her heart was in the right place, though.
Now, Rashad is one of those standout characters. I'd love to hear more from him.
Favorite line ine the book 📖 was Daylen: "My be was hooved"!!
It started with a fake relationship so Simonette could bring a date to her sister's wedding. Turned into her riding in a private jet, getting first kiss, making a best friend, finding her voice and finally being seen by her college crush.
Now, the demise of her sisters wedding didn't really make sense to me because who goes that far. The Fiance was a jerk.
We should all be so lucky to land after friends and family like Rissa
She I wouldn't know what to do with myself. Her mouth! Her heart was in the right place, though.
Now, Rashad is one of those standout characters. I'd love to hear more from him.
November 20, 2025
YES 🙌 👏⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️a definite winner and 💯⭐️
This was so good and cute and perfect and beautiful and every single other adjective I could use!!! A definite 10 stars
This was such a cute quick read and even though it was a short one, it didn’t feel like it. I was a little sad not having to read about Sim and Day’s wedding and where it was how did it go and all but like Day say “you must pick and choose your battles” 😟 but it was still beautifully wrapped up with a little update on everyone.
This book was a wonderful reset to me as a reader who loves everything black love with those strong BDE main male characters and the female that they will go bat shit crazy for without the messiness of the characters (if I make sense).
Thank you MS. Dau, I needed this just like that!!!
This was so good and cute and perfect and beautiful and every single other adjective I could use!!! A definite 10 stars
This was such a cute quick read and even though it was a short one, it didn’t feel like it. I was a little sad not having to read about Sim and Day’s wedding and where it was how did it go and all but like Day say “you must pick and choose your battles” 😟 but it was still beautifully wrapped up with a little update on everyone.
This book was a wonderful reset to me as a reader who loves everything black love with those strong BDE main male characters and the female that they will go bat shit crazy for without the messiness of the characters (if I make sense).
Thank you MS. Dau, I needed this just like that!!!
February 6, 2026
Great Read
This was a crazy fun ride. Daylen was definitely the life of the party. Simonette never thought she would have to call her secret crush to come to her rescue years later. Day and Rissa came and took Sim on the ride of her life. Rissa taught her new bestie all kinds of things. Daylen the player came to play the fake boyfriend and end up wanting his tutor to be his wife. That Simone and Lanette got exactly what they deserve. What mother treats her child like that. This is the daughter that has a career and doing well.
But Robert, Justin and Rissa all put them in their place. Love it
This was a crazy fun ride. Daylen was definitely the life of the party. Simonette never thought she would have to call her secret crush to come to her rescue years later. Day and Rissa came and took Sim on the ride of her life. Rissa taught her new bestie all kinds of things. Daylen the player came to play the fake boyfriend and end up wanting his tutor to be his wife. That Simone and Lanette got exactly what they deserve. What mother treats her child like that. This is the daughter that has a career and doing well.
But Robert, Justin and Rissa all put them in their place. Love it
October 19, 2025
Awesome Read
Simonette proved to everyone that being a dork could get you the prize! Dalyn got the best of both worlds by doing a favor for Simonette. He found his forever and got his life together with his career. Rissa became the perfect best friend and sister to Simonette. She deserved having that. Simone and Lanette deserved every bit of embarrassment that they received. They way that they treated Simonette was crazy. Dalyn made sure that Simonette always had the last laugh. Awesome read!
Simonette proved to everyone that being a dork could get you the prize! Dalyn got the best of both worlds by doing a favor for Simonette. He found his forever and got his life together with his career. Rissa became the perfect best friend and sister to Simonette. She deserved having that. Simone and Lanette deserved every bit of embarrassment that they received. They way that they treated Simonette was crazy. Dalyn made sure that Simonette always had the last laugh. Awesome read!
November 14, 2025
Whew! Very good read. At first I wasn't thrilled at the FMC but I get what the author was doing with her character. There are women that exist in real life wirh her look and personality. I don't think she intentionally sought out to have a mam validate her. Simonette ended up with a man who knew she was a gem but he wasn't ready for her back then. Since they reunited and he had an opportunity that he didn't anticipate he took it and made it right. Daylen stepped up and treated her the way she deserved to be treated. Period.
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January 14, 2026
I loved this😍😍. Now...that mama and sister pissed me TF off😤😤. Just angry and nasty for no reason. Now, the daddy, he should have put his foot down a long time ago...the "oh wow" factor was there! That mama and daughter a super messy, very petty, and witches for real. I love the growth of Simone, but she should have cursed them out way before the wedding and cut them off. The blows just kept coming, but Dey gave her a chance to stand on her own, but before that...RISSA WAS THAT GYRL. She's my new favorite person. Because she was with the shits😂😂😂
February 11, 2026
Loved It
I loved this story so much and very please that I was directed to read, before the acquisition of Love! Great love story! Daylen & Simonette story was really good and realistic! Families couldn't be more different! People love putting on appearances, but the truth will show up every time! This book will bring out a ton of emotion, from laughter, sorrow, love, respect and trust! Money isn't everything, but being grounded and understanding who you are with or without it is! I want to say more, but don't want to give away anything!
I loved this story so much and very please that I was directed to read, before the acquisition of Love! Great love story! Daylen & Simonette story was really good and realistic! Families couldn't be more different! People love putting on appearances, but the truth will show up every time! This book will bring out a ton of emotion, from laughter, sorrow, love, respect and trust! Money isn't everything, but being grounded and understanding who you are with or without it is! I want to say more, but don't want to give away anything!
October 9, 2025
As always Mel Dau came with another banger!! I love the laughs I get from her books but also the gems she drops too!! This was definitely a great read! Definitely hit close to home. Blood family don’t always treat you right and it’s definitely ok to cut them off! Sim’s mother and sister pissed me off so bad!! But honey the way Daylen and Rissa got them together I loved it!! What started off as a favor turned into so much more and I loved how it all came together
October 16, 2025
Never Judge The Inside With The Look On The Outside
Mel Dau, what a great read. Thank you for always giving us lessons on how to treat people that are different from you. I love Day.and Sim. The love that grew between them was so good. Everyone needs a Rissa in their life. Always help someone lift themselves up not Tear down. It's sad but some family members will hurt you more than an outsider. To see justice and karma was done made my heart swell. 🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗
Mel Dau, what a great read. Thank you for always giving us lessons on how to treat people that are different from you. I love Day.and Sim. The love that grew between them was so good. Everyone needs a Rissa in their life. Always help someone lift themselves up not Tear down. It's sad but some family members will hurt you more than an outsider. To see justice and karma was done made my heart swell. 🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗
October 17, 2025
So good
When I tell you Mel Dau never misses. I mean that. This was so cute. Laugh out loud funny!!! Some of the scenes had me crying.
Simonette was an awkward black girl. But still beautiful. When he asked her old college friend to be her fake boyfriend for her sisters wedding it all gets juicy!!!
Baby I want to see this as a movie.
My sisters wedding. You heard it here first 😂😂😂😂😂😂
When I tell you Mel Dau never misses. I mean that. This was so cute. Laugh out loud funny!!! Some of the scenes had me crying.
Simonette was an awkward black girl. But still beautiful. When he asked her old college friend to be her fake boyfriend for her sisters wedding it all gets juicy!!!
Baby I want to see this as a movie.
My sisters wedding. You heard it here first 😂😂😂😂😂😂
October 18, 2025
So good!
If there's one thing Ms. Mel Dau is going to do, it's give you foolishness and a terrible family. Simonette's mom and sister were so awful, I wanted her to go upside both of their heads. I was so happy when Daylen came back into her life. It was kismet, the way he and his sister protected and uplifted her. Simonette ended up leaving that island with her man and her confidence restored.
If there's one thing Ms. Mel Dau is going to do, it's give you foolishness and a terrible family. Simonette's mom and sister were so awful, I wanted her to go upside both of their heads. I was so happy when Daylen came back into her life. It was kismet, the way he and his sister protected and uplifted her. Simonette ended up leaving that island with her man and her confidence restored.
October 26, 2025
At first, Daylen’s attitude and mouth made him difficult to like—I genuinely considered DNF’ing the book. However, his first conversation about the plan with Simonette revealed a more vulnerable and thoughtful side of him. The way he stood ten toes down for her when people tried to disrespect her made me like him even more. Also, I liked how Simonette owned her eccentric ways.
Overall, this was such a cute story, and Daylen won me over.
Overall, this was such a cute story, and Daylen won me over.
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