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Young Love in Memphis: Heart on Reserve
"Three of the most monumental ages of a woman’s life are eighteen, twenty-one, and twenty-five. In part one of Young Love in Heart on Reserve – Grace, Braille, and Jessica begin their journey into womanhood.
Grace’s life had never been normal. She grew up with a father who showed his love only through providing and protecting, and a mother who was so submissive that she allowed her husband to keep her from giving Grace the love and nurture every young girl needs. When Grace was sixteen she left Memphis to be with her boyfriend, Andy. Almost two years later, Grace finds herself sneaking back into Memphis, praying her parents and Andy never find out. But Andy does. And he refuses to let her go easily.
Braille grew up with a single mother. Her entire life has centered around loving her Mother, getting good grades in school, and becoming a Nurse. A flat tire on one of the hottest days in Spring causes her to meet Lorenzo, a young dope boy whose life is going down a completely different path, and her life is changed forever because of it.
After watching her sister love, lose, and die because of it, Jessica vowed to never fully commit herself to love or a man. Then she met Cameron. And his love and gentle pursuit of her changed her mind. When Cameron left for college she thought she could get back to her normal routine of enjoying life and messing around with whoever she wanted to, but Cameron didn’t want to let her go so easily. As she tries to enjoy her last year of high school and maintain a long distance relationship she meets Vega, Lorenzo’s best friend. Their encounter leaves her in a love triangle she’s not sure she wants to get out of.
In this captivating series, these girls are all left with two options – live and love while they’re young, or place their hearts on reserve to live wild and free. Which will they choose? Join them in part one to find out!"
Grace’s life had never been normal. She grew up with a father who showed his love only through providing and protecting, and a mother who was so submissive that she allowed her husband to keep her from giving Grace the love and nurture every young girl needs. When Grace was sixteen she left Memphis to be with her boyfriend, Andy. Almost two years later, Grace finds herself sneaking back into Memphis, praying her parents and Andy never find out. But Andy does. And he refuses to let her go easily.
Braille grew up with a single mother. Her entire life has centered around loving her Mother, getting good grades in school, and becoming a Nurse. A flat tire on one of the hottest days in Spring causes her to meet Lorenzo, a young dope boy whose life is going down a completely different path, and her life is changed forever because of it.
After watching her sister love, lose, and die because of it, Jessica vowed to never fully commit herself to love or a man. Then she met Cameron. And his love and gentle pursuit of her changed her mind. When Cameron left for college she thought she could get back to her normal routine of enjoying life and messing around with whoever she wanted to, but Cameron didn’t want to let her go so easily. As she tries to enjoy her last year of high school and maintain a long distance relationship she meets Vega, Lorenzo’s best friend. Their encounter leaves her in a love triangle she’s not sure she wants to get out of.
In this captivating series, these girls are all left with two options – live and love while they’re young, or place their hearts on reserve to live wild and free. Which will they choose? Join them in part one to find out!"
150 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 7, 2016
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B. Love
274 books1,423 followersVoted AAMBC's 2018 Romance author of the year, Master storyteller B. Love is the unparalleled self-love teacher. As the powerhouse for modern-day womanhood, she pens contagious content that encourages readers to internalize admiration and intimacy. She allows her most powerful vessel to guide her stories, wholly.
Since age 12, Love has been spreading self-awareness, care, and appreciation. For over six years, Love has authored over 40 publications centered around heart-piercing, reverence-worthy romance. Her novels not only entertain but challenge the audience to explore love. With a keen eye for passion, desire and dynamism she includes heuristic methods in her beautifully curated accounts of life.
B. Love’s entire persona is spearheaded by her incredible infatuation with the power of love. Contained within each novel, is an edification created for the glorification of self. Her pen bleeds for the souls who need just an inkling of empowerment. Each story is written with the intent to enlighten, engross and enkindle the passion in whoever picks up her book.
Since age 12, Love has been spreading self-awareness, care, and appreciation. For over six years, Love has authored over 40 publications centered around heart-piercing, reverence-worthy romance. Her novels not only entertain but challenge the audience to explore love. With a keen eye for passion, desire and dynamism she includes heuristic methods in her beautifully curated accounts of life.
B. Love’s entire persona is spearheaded by her incredible infatuation with the power of love. Contained within each novel, is an edification created for the glorification of self. Her pen bleeds for the souls who need just an inkling of empowerment. Each story is written with the intent to enlighten, engross and enkindle the passion in whoever picks up her book.
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July 9, 2016
✨
B. Love is BlackGirlMagic at its finest!
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Grace and Hanif need their own story! *hint hint* lol
Poor Cam and Jessie. I have a feeling that Jessie will soon learn that the grass ain't always greener... as she deserves. Braille and Lorenzo, I feel awesome things coming in their future.
Always a must read when it's coming from B.
B. Love is BlackGirlMagic at its finest!
No long review necessary, I just believe these reviews help these awesome authors. Support them! :)
Grace and Hanif need their own story! *hint hint* lol
Poor Cam and Jessie. I have a feeling that Jessie will soon learn that the grass ain't always greener... as she deserves. Braille and Lorenzo, I feel awesome things coming in their future.
Always a must read when it's coming from B.
July 9, 2016
I swear that B. Love books are the best. Lord know I can't wait for part 2 cause I know it's going to be the bomb.com. So I need her to get it out ASAP
June 18, 2017
All hearts have been taken with LOVE!!!!!!!
She did it again, showed us love is not an enigma. Grace and Hanif were my most favorite couple. If there ever was a woman starving for love it was definitely her and along comes Hanif (with his mean self)...who didn't know he too was in need of love. Braille and Lorenzo aka LoLo, they were my second favorite. That girl is truly DOWN FOR HER MAN. Lo proved time and time again that he was indeed that A MAN, especially by telling her to not hold her life for him even though he loved B to the fullest. Last but not least Jessica and Vega. At first I wasn't feeling him cause I wanted Jess with Cameron but Vega won me over along with Jess and they became unstoppable in their quests for success and love. This is another HIGHLY RECOMMEND SERIES.
She did it again, showed us love is not an enigma. Grace and Hanif were my most favorite couple. If there ever was a woman starving for love it was definitely her and along comes Hanif (with his mean self)...who didn't know he too was in need of love. Braille and Lorenzo aka LoLo, they were my second favorite. That girl is truly DOWN FOR HER MAN. Lo proved time and time again that he was indeed that A MAN, especially by telling her to not hold her life for him even though he loved B to the fullest. Last but not least Jessica and Vega. At first I wasn't feeling him cause I wanted Jess with Cameron but Vega won me over along with Jess and they became unstoppable in their quests for success and love. This is another HIGHLY RECOMMEND SERIES.
June 6, 2020
Loved it
Grace and neef are my people but I love all the rest just the same Grace didn't have the love she wanted but in the end she got it from neef and I loved that she brought him out of his shell because he would have missed out
Jess and Vega are good for each other can was just a holding stone people were mad but she did the right thing she broke up with him before she got to feel with Vega but for cam to think that he could come and go has he please just wasn't it
Bri and so are now the two I really need to find out how this ends but I loved every minute of it
Grace and neef are my people but I love all the rest just the same Grace didn't have the love she wanted but in the end she got it from neef and I loved that she brought him out of his shell because he would have missed out
Jess and Vega are good for each other can was just a holding stone people were mad but she did the right thing she broke up with him before she got to feel with Vega but for cam to think that he could come and go has he please just wasn't it
Bri and so are now the two I really need to find out how this ends but I loved every minute of it
July 18, 2017
Pray for Jessie
Lawd Jessie don't know what she is getting herself into with Vega. How can she hurt ol boy like that after she ran the girl who loves him away? Lorenzo was supposed to ask Rule how to get out, he should have known this day was coming. And lawd B out here in these Memphis streets pregnant. Let me read this 2nd book!
Lawd Jessie don't know what she is getting herself into with Vega. How can she hurt ol boy like that after she ran the girl who loves him away? Lorenzo was supposed to ask Rule how to get out, he should have known this day was coming. And lawd B out here in these Memphis streets pregnant. Let me read this 2nd book!
May 31, 2022
Young Love
These three young ladies had a lot going on. Jessica really did Cam wrong like how you ask him to stop being friends with someone, but Sue turn around and start seeing someone else. Grace parents need to be slapped like how can you treat your child like that. That ending with Braille about to have a mess going
These three young ladies had a lot going on. Jessica really did Cam wrong like how you ask him to stop being friends with someone, but Sue turn around and start seeing someone else. Grace parents need to be slapped like how can you treat your child like that. That ending with Braille about to have a mess going
March 1, 2018
Great series!
I thoroughly enjoyed this series. All of them grew and changed so much. The ladies never gave up on their men and the fellas never let up on their pursuit of showing and giving their women everything they needed. Loved the cameos by Power, Elle, Cam and Rule.
I thoroughly enjoyed this series. All of them grew and changed so much. The ladies never gave up on their men and the fellas never let up on their pursuit of showing and giving their women everything they needed. Loved the cameos by Power, Elle, Cam and Rule.
September 17, 2020
Short and Sweet!!
I love young love. Age does not determine how you fall and feel for a person. Grace parents are trash. Her mom needs a backbone, lady that's are your daughter. Can't wait to dive into part 2.
I love young love. Age does not determine how you fall and feel for a person. Grace parents are trash. Her mom needs a backbone, lady that's are your daughter. Can't wait to dive into part 2.
July 26, 2021
More of this drama, can’t get enough of this saga with the young love and their daily lifestyle ’s. Neef and
Grace are my favorites, hoping that Zo get out of jail not knowing the condition of his girlfriend. Love it want more
Grace are my favorites, hoping that Zo get out of jail not knowing the condition of his girlfriend. Love it want more
November 2, 2021
What an ending!
Well I knew somebody was going to get caught up. I don't know if I agree with an 18 being with a 26 year old but I know it happens a lot. Otherwise good book.v I am just going to move on to part 2.
Well I knew somebody was going to get caught up. I don't know if I agree with an 18 being with a 26 year old but I know it happens a lot. Otherwise good book.v I am just going to move on to part 2.
December 3, 2022
Absolutely loved this series!!
Total Book Experience 10/10
Plot/Storyline (structure)10/10
Writing (Errors) 10/10
Characters 10/10
Again-able 10/10
Emotion 10/10
Book Cover 10/10
Visual/ Illustratable 10/10
Addictiveness 10/10
Threshold quality 10/10
Unique 10/10
Total Book Experience 10/10
Plot/Storyline (structure)10/10
Writing (Errors) 10/10
Characters 10/10
Again-able 10/10
Emotion 10/10
Book Cover 10/10
Visual/ Illustratable 10/10
Addictiveness 10/10
Threshold quality 10/10
Unique 10/10
March 7, 2024
Loved it
B. Love you have a way with words. I am so happy for Grace and her friends. They went through so much for their age. J am just happy that they are married with kids and great friends. Wonderful Read!
B. Love you have a way with words. I am so happy for Grace and her friends. They went through so much for their age. J am just happy that they are married with kids and great friends. Wonderful Read!
March 15, 2017
So Very Good
I really can't get enough of these Series and their connection to each other. Just an amazing job with this.
I really can't get enough of these Series and their connection to each other. Just an amazing job with this.
February 8, 2020
Good read! Really enjoyed this piece, making it easy for me to read all 3 books of this series!
July 16, 2019
Listen
I’m on an emotional rollercoaster with these characters. I don’t know what to do with myself after reading part one. Can’t wait to start part two.
I’m on an emotional rollercoaster with these characters. I don’t know what to do with myself after reading part one. Can’t wait to start part two.
October 22, 2018
Yes
This series was everything, I loved that all of the girls got what they needed in life. I love the way their men love them. A must read
This series was everything, I loved that all of the girls got what they needed in life. I love the way their men love them. A must read
September 29, 2023
This was a beautiful love story!
I loved each of these couples and how hard they rode for each other. The ladies all had baggage but once love found them, the past just didn't matter anymore! The guys all had their struggles too but when they gave love a try, they were all free to truly live and love and they loved their women fiercely! Great read with a HEA for all! Great read B. Love!!!!!
I loved each of these couples and how hard they rode for each other. The ladies all had baggage but once love found them, the past just didn't matter anymore! The guys all had their struggles too but when they gave love a try, they were all free to truly live and love and they loved their women fiercely! Great read with a HEA for all! Great read B. Love!!!!!
November 10, 2016
... this is an extended version from both Rule and Camryn, and Elle and Power... based on the teenagers that they workshop, Grace, and Braille, and their best friend Jessica.
Grace is the young girl, that was coached by Power, and she was in love with her male best friend, Andy. She wasn't aware that Andy was suffering from a mental condition, and once Grace and he moved to San Francisco, Andy became someone she didn't know. After doing everything she could, she was sick and tired of the treatment Andy was giving her, so she moved back home. Grace met Hani, a complicated man that was almost ten years her senior, and he was both sweet and guarded, but Grace held a special place in his heart.... if he didn't get himself together, he was going to lose her.
Braille, was so similar to Camryn, you could definitely tell that Braille was Camryn's sister. She was stubborn, loving, and affectionate, but she was a tad bit more outgoing than Camryn, due to her innocence, her pureness. She took what Camryn and Elle's advice to her heart, and she applied it to her life, but she fell in love with someone who was patient, and respect her to the fullest. He adored her, and he loved that she was difference, he adored her natural beauty, he adored her pureness. He wanted to love her, and she was definitely perfect for him. However, within a blink of an eye, everything changed, and Lorenzo would rather let her go, than to hold her down, for something that he done. Braille's life will forever be changed.
Jessica was the most complicated, and one minute she wanted Cameron, and the next she wanted Vega. She felt too young to be tied down, but she didn't want to hurt anyone either. She thought she loved Cameron, until Vega. Vega loved that she free-spirited, and so down to earth. They both were content with one another, and they both were in denial, because the love was there, even though they both were in denial about it.
These young ladies were trying to find themselves, and love, but you have to love yourself, before you can love someone else.
Grace is the young girl, that was coached by Power, and she was in love with her male best friend, Andy. She wasn't aware that Andy was suffering from a mental condition, and once Grace and he moved to San Francisco, Andy became someone she didn't know. After doing everything she could, she was sick and tired of the treatment Andy was giving her, so she moved back home. Grace met Hani, a complicated man that was almost ten years her senior, and he was both sweet and guarded, but Grace held a special place in his heart.... if he didn't get himself together, he was going to lose her.
Braille, was so similar to Camryn, you could definitely tell that Braille was Camryn's sister. She was stubborn, loving, and affectionate, but she was a tad bit more outgoing than Camryn, due to her innocence, her pureness. She took what Camryn and Elle's advice to her heart, and she applied it to her life, but she fell in love with someone who was patient, and respect her to the fullest. He adored her, and he loved that she was difference, he adored her natural beauty, he adored her pureness. He wanted to love her, and she was definitely perfect for him. However, within a blink of an eye, everything changed, and Lorenzo would rather let her go, than to hold her down, for something that he done. Braille's life will forever be changed.
Jessica was the most complicated, and one minute she wanted Cameron, and the next she wanted Vega. She felt too young to be tied down, but she didn't want to hurt anyone either. She thought she loved Cameron, until Vega. Vega loved that she free-spirited, and so down to earth. They both were content with one another, and they both were in denial, because the love was there, even though they both were in denial about it.
These young ladies were trying to find themselves, and love, but you have to love yourself, before you can love someone else.
July 27, 2016
This book deserves 100 stars.
This book was sooo darn g food omg from the beginning it drew me in. I loved all the girls and their stories were so unique. Jess was just damaged poor girl I felt bad for Cameron but Vega stepped up and stole her heart. So and Braille is the couple I really want to see make it against the odds I love their relationship it was really a young love in Memphis. He dealt with a lot at home but he had Braille at his side every step of the way. I really hope they get to reunite. Hanif is bae! I loved his mean a** lol. Him and Grace needed each other to show them love. Their bond was so tight. I enjoyed this read. I will definitely be reading more of B Love
This book was sooo darn g food omg from the beginning it drew me in. I loved all the girls and their stories were so unique. Jess was just damaged poor girl I felt bad for Cameron but Vega stepped up and stole her heart. So and Braille is the couple I really want to see make it against the odds I love their relationship it was really a young love in Memphis. He dealt with a lot at home but he had Braille at his side every step of the way. I really hope they get to reunite. Hanif is bae! I loved his mean a** lol. Him and Grace needed each other to show them love. Their bond was so tight. I enjoyed this read. I will definitely be reading more of B Love
July 12, 2016
Fire
You are such a talented writer and you prove it with every book you write. This book had me up all night trying to finish it.I can't wait till the next book comes out. These young people have some strong connections to their men I hope it works out for all the of the ladies. I hope Lorenzo can get out and be a dad to his child. Vega caught feelings when he want expecting to but I think he is the man that she needs. Don't ever stop with this gift because you are one of my go to writers and I don't have many that just have that it factor but you definitely do!
You are such a talented writer and you prove it with every book you write. This book had me up all night trying to finish it.I can't wait till the next book comes out. These young people have some strong connections to their men I hope it works out for all the of the ladies. I hope Lorenzo can get out and be a dad to his child. Vega caught feelings when he want expecting to but I think he is the man that she needs. Don't ever stop with this gift because you are one of my go to writers and I don't have many that just have that it factor but you definitely do!
July 13, 2016
Young Love!!!
All I can think of is one word: Hanif. OMG. That man is everything!!!! I'm so in love with this new series. B just gets better and better with each book, if that's even possible because her writing is already so dope! There is magic in her pen, that's for sure. On the edge of my seat after that ending and can't wait for part two!!!!
All I can think of is one word: Hanif. OMG. That man is everything!!!! I'm so in love with this new series. B just gets better and better with each book, if that's even possible because her writing is already so dope! There is magic in her pen, that's for sure. On the edge of my seat after that ending and can't wait for part two!!!!
July 8, 2016
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Omg B you've done it again! Idk if I like Vega or Cam more. Hanif is my bae though. I love him and Grace together. What you won't do is leave us hanging like that. Zo gonna be so happy but you gotta get him out of that situation. Lol, I can't wait for part 2
Omg B you've done it again! Idk if I like Vega or Cam more. Hanif is my bae though. I love him and Grace together. What you won't do is leave us hanging like that. Zo gonna be so happy but you gotta get him out of that situation. Lol, I can't wait for part 2
July 9, 2016
Awesome Young love!!!
B love girl you have done it again I couldn't wait to read this story. I loved all the couples. I was rooting for Cam and Jess but Vega was slowly winning me over. Ugghh I can't wait for part 2.
B love girl you have done it again I couldn't wait to read this story. I loved all the couples. I was rooting for Cam and Jess but Vega was slowly winning me over. Ugghh I can't wait for part 2.
July 15, 2016
Never disappoints
I enjoyed this book and can't wait for part two I enjoyed reading your books B. Love you bring so much life to the characters I can't explain it these books are more than just words on paper.
I enjoyed this book and can't wait for part two I enjoyed reading your books B. Love you bring so much life to the characters I can't explain it these books are more than just words on paper.
July 10, 2016
Written by Brianna Adams- Amazing
B. Love did it again omg that's all I have to say . These three women gave me life. I love all the characters . I'm team Vega . I hope Jessica choose the right guy
B. Love did it again omg that's all I have to say . These three women gave me life. I love all the characters . I'm team Vega . I hope Jessica choose the right guy
July 12, 2016
Good read
Five stars from me, because it took me back to when I was in highschool, the storyline like always is on point and I am ready to continue the ride with these young girls .
Five stars from me, because it took me back to when I was in highschool, the storyline like always is on point and I am ready to continue the ride with these young girls .
August 17, 2016
From the 1st page I was hooked. The writing was great and B. Love had her characters dropping jewels. Jessica was my least favorite in the story, I hope she gets it together in part 2. This story makes you a believer in love again, especially when it comes to Hanif. This is definite must read.
August 28, 2016
Liked it
I had been putting off reading this series because I was like "I'm too old to be reading about some kids." And you know what I felt too old reading about these kids. Lol But I liked the first installment. I like all the characters. Every body needs a hug though.
I had been putting off reading this series because I was like "I'm too old to be reading about some kids." And you know what I felt too old reading about these kids. Lol But I liked the first installment. I like all the characters. Every body needs a hug though.
July 8, 2016
Great book....
July 9, 2016
Booooy
This was great. I need part two so bad. I like me some Zo and Hanif. I like Vega, it's just hard to choose between him and Cameron. Come on part two
This was great. I need part two so bad. I like me some Zo and Hanif. I like Vega, it's just hard to choose between him and Cameron. Come on part two
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