Seven journeys of desire, ambition, and love come alive in this collection of African American steamy romances.

From the grit of city streets to the polished halls of power, these stories follow men and women whose hearts refuse to stay quiet. In one, a young woman finds love in the middle of urban danger, where trust can mean survival. In another, music fuels passion and betrayal when a tangled triangle threatens to break more than just rhythm.

Behind boardroom doors, billionaires guard secrets even as temptation slips past the lines they draw. A rekindled fire forces two lovers to face the truth they once walked away from. A single parent stumbles into unexpected love amid chaos, while the holiday season tempts another couple to risk everything for one December night. And deep in Harlem’s history, a woman discovers romance that beats as strong as the jazz spilling from open windows.

Every tale blends raw want with sharp conflict, testing the limits of loyalty and desire. Together, they form a tapestry of encounters as unforgettable as the worlds they inhabit.

When the stakes rise highest, will these lovers hold on or watch passion burn out too soon?

Aaliyah V. Carter

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