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Last Comes Love: A Bittersweet Love Story Kindle Edition

by Brookelyn Mosley (Author) Format: Kindle Edition

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Lennox and Rylee sitting in a tree… k-i-s-s-i-n-g. First comes… well, not exactly.

Rylee and Lennox really underestimated their tight bond. Everyone could see it, that special thing they shared between them, but to Ry and Lenny that "thing" was innocent because they were only friends. Besides, the one thing Rylee Daniels found to be the most attractive was success.

As a floor trader for the New York Stock Exchange, money was Rylee's motivation and took center stage in her life. Though she pushed love offstage, she often tried her hand at relationships anyway - several of them - the endings always the same and no less painful than the last. Just when she’s ready to close the curtain on love, it dawns on her - she didn’t have to look very far at all… but will she act too late?

When the Bronx Ballers’ star power forward, Lennox Walker, retired from basketball, his decision shocked everyone. To him, an early retirement from the league in his late 20s was a logical choice. No longer enticed by dollar signs, Lennox chose health over wealth and as a result, love became appealing to him more than ever before. He’s never been in a relationship, never desired to be in one and when he’s finally ready to settle down, Father Time challenges everything.

Best friends since childhood, neither Lennox nor Rylee believed their friendship had the potential to become anything near romantic. But then on Rylee’s 21st birthday, she and Lennox made a pact, a mutually beneficial deal that somehow sealed their fates.

Fast forward, 10-years later, when the two are in their 30s, that deal they made will force the inevitable evolution of their friendship. It will also cause a life altering shift in their platonic bond - a shift that will change their lives unfathomably.

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ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07YQMV4CZ
Publisher ‏ : ‎ 85 Media (October 4, 2019)
Publication date ‏ : ‎ October 4, 2019
Language ‏ : ‎ English
File size ‏ : ‎ 1079 KB
Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
Print length ‏ : ‎ 255 pages
Page numbers source ISBN ‏ : ‎ 1698276923

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- #6,530 in Black & African American Women's Fiction (Kindle Store)
- #7,773 in Black & African American Urban Fiction (Kindle Store)
- #8,343 in Black & African American Women's Fiction (Books)

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Brookelyn Mosley is a captivating voice in the world of black romance literature. With a gift for weaving heartfelt narratives and steamy encounters, she invites readers on journeys of love, passion, and self-discovery. Through her compelling storytelling, Brookelyn celebrates the beauty of black love and explores the complexities of relationships with authenticity and depth. With over 30+ titles, her stories resonate with true-blue readers, touching hearts and inspiring conversations about love, identity, and resilience.

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Salene

Navigating the Uncharted Waters of Friendship and Love

Reviewed in the United States on December 17, 2023

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"Last Comes Love" by Brookelyn Mosley takes readers on a heartfelt journey through the complexities of friendship, love, and the unexpected twists that life throws our way. Lennox Walker and Rylee Daniels, best friends since childhood, discover that the fine line between friendship and romance is more intricate than they ever imagined.

Mosley's storytelling prowess shines as she weaves a narrative that begins with a pact made on Rylee's 21st birthday, setting the stage for a decade-long exploration of the evolving dynamics between Lennox and Rylee. The story unfolds with grace and depth, offering readers a front-row seat to the gradual transformation of a friendship that defies expectations.

The characters of Lennox and Rylee are expertly developed, each carrying their own dreams, fears, and aspirations. Rylee's focus on success and financial independence creates a compelling backdrop, while Lennox's shift from basketball stardom to a desire for love adds a layer of vulnerability to his character. The chemistry between them is palpable, and Mosley skillfully captures the nuances of their evolving relationship.

The novel also tackles the theme of grief, with Lennox's sudden demise from a brain aneurysm serving as a poignant turning point in the story. Mosley delves into the depths of sorrow, exploring how grief affects not only the characters but also resonates with readers. The portrayal of loss is handled with sensitivity, offering a realistic portrayal of the emotional aftermath and the challenges of moving forward.

The exploration of grief adds a layer of authenticity to "Last Comes Love," making it more than a traditional romance novel. Mosley invites readers to reflect on the fragility of life, the importance of seizing the moment, and the profound impact of unexpected twists of fate. The novel becomes a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the enduring power of love, even in the face of loss.

In conclusion, "Last Comes Love" is a beautifully crafted tale that transcends the boundaries of romance, delving into the intricacies of friendship, grief, and the unpredictable nature of life. Brookelyn Mosley's storytelling is both poignant and thought-provoking, leaving readers with a deep appreciation for the complexities of human connections. This novel is a must-read for those seeking a heartfelt exploration of love, loss, and the enduring bonds that shape our lives.

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Bubbly Brown Bookish Babe

This book took me on a journey with an ending I wasn't expecting!

Reviewed in the United States on December 24, 2019

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I loved Rylee and Lennox's tight bond. There was always something special between them. A love that was always there, just below the surface.
I felt bad for Lennox because it was evident from day one that he was madly in love with Rylee.
I was a little annoyed with Rylee because it was taking her too damn long to realize her true feelings for him.
However, I understood her apprehension. Taking the next step into a relationship with someone you've been friends with since childhood, can be scary but I was so happy when she finally came around.
The characters were so real and flawed. I loved Brookelyn Mosley's attention to details. I'm all about the details, and I love when an author takes the time to make each scene vivid and real in my imagination.
I loved the slow build up to the romantic relationship between Rylee and Lennox. The love between them was beautiful and real.
This love story was indeed bittersweet with an ending that was totally unexpected.
This is not your typical love story with a happily ever after, but it was still a satisfying read.

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Henryatta

4/5 stars

Reviewed in the United States on December 11, 2022

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The ending was unnecessary. Like why did you do that? 😭
I’m used to dual POVs written in first person but this was written in third. Aside from that it was a solid story.

Reviewed in the United States on August 8, 2020

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Look at the cover for this book. This cover is GORGEOUS. I know the saying is don’t judge a book by its cover but sometimes! JUDGE...The book cover looks good and the content of the book is good as well.

It’s funny because I read a book by Brookelyn a while back and it was a no for me. There were some issues I had with exposition, pacing, and character development. But that wasn’t the case with this book! So come through growth!

In Last Comes Love, Rylee and Lennox are best friends. We’re not talking met in the playground or grammar school best friends. We’re talking moms are best friends who got pregnant around the same time - from birth to adult-hood best friends. They’re both very successful in their respective careers, Rylee as a trader on the NYSE and Lennox as a retired baller, now sports commentator. But it’s the focus on their careers as opposed to their love lives, that puts them in the position to act on a pact they jokingly and drunkenly made 10 years prior, to start a family with one another if they still found themselves single at the age of 30. A pact that forever changes the trajectory of their lives and their friendship as they know it.

I LOVED Rylee in this book. She is professional, great at her job as a NYSE trader, is about her business and coins, and best of all, she is blackity black black black! With her doorknocker earrings and constant rocking of box braids as a protective style, she has the energy that you’re going to get her in ALL her black glory at ALL times and you’re going to have to just love it or leave it. Sis even found a black-owned investment banking company to work for.

I LOVED Rylee and Lennox’s relationship. They are FRIENDS. Period. Full stop. So many times in friends to lovers romances, there’s an underlying attraction or unrequited feelings at the onset of the relationships that lend itself to the characters exploring a different side of their friendship. But Lennox and Rylee are genuinely homies and that was such a refreshing dynamic to see. It added a different kind of tension and gravity to their decision to shift their relationship. Because there weren’t any hidden feelings, they had to be intentional about making the shift in their relationship and that was a different kind of suspense and excitement for me to read because I didn’t know what was going to happen.

I LOVED that this book didn’t end the way that I wanted or was expecting it to end. There was a point in the story where I realized things weren’t going to go along the typical contemporary romance path, and I’m not going to lie. I was in denial about it up until the point where I wasn’t allowed to be anymore. And I wanted to be mad about it. I wanted to yell, shout, and riot about it. But I looked at this gorgeous cover again after reading the final page and realized I couldn’t even be mad because it says A Bittersweet Love Story”. So I couldn’t be mad at anyone but myself for the tears that I shed, because the writing is was literally on the wall...well on the book cover.

I will say, my one critique of this book is a writing choice Brookelyn made in certain parts of the book. At the end of some chapters, there was intentional and obvious foreshadowing that things were going to go down in the story. For instance “...the conversation he [Lennox] and Rylee would have would take their friendship in a whole different direction...to both their surprise.” For me it was a bit distracting and unnecessary to include those bits of foreshadowing in the story. I don’t have any issues with foreshadowing but in the case of this book, I think just showing what happened next rather than telling what was going to happen next, would have been more impactful. Not to mention, Brookelyn’s use of this style of foreshadowing tipped me off to the ending, and I know for a FACT that if she hadn’t done that, there would have been SO many more tears.

All in all, this was a great read though. Refreshing and different than anything I’ve read in some time. It definitely put Brookelyn Mosley back on my radar and I’ve already added two more books by her to my TBR.

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TwoOneFoe

Tears!

Reviewed in the United States on October 27, 2019

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This is one author that I never hesitate to one click because I know she’s going to write something that touches me in some way and with this book she didn’t disappoint! It was so well written and I just couldn’t put it down. Couldn’t go to sleep until I finished and when I was done my mouth was literally hanging wide open. Some scenes had me like 🥺😢😭!! Was not the ending I wanted or expected but hunni this was a very good book and an amazing love story. Can’t wait to see what the future holds. 🗣 Brookelyn! You did that!

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