The Sweetest Taboo

by Brenda Jackson

The moment Sonya Morrison gazes into Mike Kelly's deep blue eyes she knows that he wants her. But she also knows he is wasting his time. She doesn't do vanilla, and is surprised when he boldly informs her that he's never acquired a taste for chocolate. Mike and Sonya are in for quite a surprise when struck with an urge to sample the forbidden, and that can only mean one course of action for this couple who risks savoring the sweetest taboo.

* Mike and Sonya was first introduced in - THE SAVVY SISTAHS

97 pages, Kindle Edition

Published October 12, 2020

About the author

In 1994, Brenda Jackson’s first novel, Tonight and Forever, was released. Since then she has had more than 100 novels and novellas published (the first African-American author to accomplish such a feat) and has over 3 million books in print.

A native of Jacksonville, Florida, Brenda is the first African-American author to have a book published by Harlequin Desire and the first African-American romance author to make the New York Times and USA TODAY bestseller lists within the series romance genre.

In 2012, Brenda received the Romance Writers of America’s Nora Roberts Lifetime Achievement Award—one of the highest literary awards a romance author can receive. In 2013, she was recognized by the mayor and the city of Jacksonville as being a Trailblazer in the literary field.

In 2010, she collaborated with Five Alive Films to turn her Truly Everlasting title into a feature film. Brenda’s 2011 novel A Silken Thread is scheduled to be filmed with Debbie Allen attached as director in 2015.

Email Brenda at authorbrendajackson@gmail.com or visit her on her website at brendajackson.net.

Reviews

[Emily L. Smith · Rating 5 out of 5]

Enjoyable love story.

Mike and Sonya love story proved to be very I treating. Sonya had issues regarding commitment and love arising from her parents divorce that she held onto. Mike had a love her and leave her concept. I enjoyed Carla and Jesse's relationship. I never figured out who the other woman was with Jesse in the picture that caused Carla to leave him and decide not to tell him about his son. All in all a good story. Carla got her man and Sonya ended up with Mike.

[Turtleberry Turtleberry · Rating 5 out of 5]

Sonya and Mike had chemistry the moment they met and both started fighting it immediately. Then he decided not to fight it anymore. He thought that having her one time would get her out of his system. She wasn't sure she could be involved in an interracial romance. The sparks between them soon became too much for her to ignore. Then, after the one night he thought would be all he needed, Mike realizes he loves her. Now all he has to do is convince her that she feels the same.
This was a short and spicy story. These two had amazing chemistry. I enjoyed this story a lot.

[Yvonne · Rating 4 out of 5]

GREAT READ, LOVED IT 👍🙏❤

I loved Mike and Sonya's story,this was a very short, sweet and an enjoyable read. I would absolutely recommend reading this book I don't think you will regret it. Great job as always Ms. Brenda Jackson. 👍👍Thank you.

[bronda j. johnson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Cannot help who you love

I could not put the book down well written story since I am a romantic at heart. It let one you cannot help who you love. Ilove stories from other with other character's from other stories

[Arnissa · Rating 5 out of 5]

Hot and heated

This was a good book. Sonya and Mike tried to ignore their attraction to one another but failed. Hot, heated, and heavy. Love it!

[Dorothy Lewis-Jones · Rating 5 out of 5]

Taboo

Another Brenda Jackson book I discovered. The story of Brenda and Mike road to love was a beautiful and inspiring story that was a truly enjoyable read.

[Ava Smith-forrest · Rating 5 out of 5]

Taboo

Well Well Well Hot 🔥 hot . When it hits you like a brick you know. Sonya and Mike both had issues Sonya just needed help to move past hers.

[Helen Brown · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent

I chose this rating because everything I read h this author is excellent. I have read every book she has written. Keep writing.

[amaya crosby]

Awesome book

Because I wanted to know how Sonya and Mike fell in love and got married even though there are still people who have a problem with interracial relationships

[Kay · Rating 5 out of 5]

Would make a good Valentine Day read!
Now I have to Read Savvy Sistahs and Her Little Black Book!

[Jarvis Morris · Rating 5 out of 5]

Gotta read book

Best suspense love story. Opportunity with love that has no blinders on. Follow your heart and feeling, not sexual chemistry.

[Rachelle Banuelos · Rating 4 out of 5]

WHEW. This book had me hot, bothered, and wide awake when I should’ve been asleep 😩 The tension?? The chemistry?? The scandal?? Chef’s kiss.

This is a true grown-folks romance—messy, forbidden, and downright delicious. As a Black woman, I loved seeing a swirl romance that felt authentic, mature, and sexy without leaning on tired tropes. J.D. Mason gave me fully developed characters, complicated feelings, and enough heat to fog up my Kindle screen.

If you love:
🍫 Interracial romance (Black woman + white man)
🔥 Forbidden affairs
🥵 Slow burn that pays off
💋 Drama but make it grown

Then baby… this one’s for you. I’m giving it 4 stars only because I wanted more by the end. But trust—my body gave it a 10. 😂