call it plain ole Miami. Either or, the unputdownable standalone. "Unexpectedly Taken" spins the African American romance of Nakia and Ahmad, two souls searching for love in the shadow of their painful pasts. Nakia's story is one of love lost in the blink of an eye, her dreams with her high school sweetheart Joey crumbling to dust amidst the chaos of betrayal. Despite Joey's countless wrongs, she clung to the hope of a family, a hope that shattered when his actions forced her to bear an unimaginable burden alone. Joey's desperate bid for for-giveness pushes them both to the brink, challenging Nakia's vow to guard her heart at all costs.

Ahmad Killings, fresh out of prison after doing five years to the door, steps back into the Miami heat with plans to reclaim his life. But his homecoming is tainted by secrets, hate and a whole lot of jealousy that thrust him back into the street life he vowed to leave behind. With betrayal igniting a fire within, Ahmad's resolve is tested as he navigates the fine line between getting his lick back and trying not to go back.

When Nakia's and Ahmad's worlds collide, an unexpected con-nection sparks, offering a glimmer of hope amidst the darkness. Ahmad, drawn in by Nakia's resilience and beauty, dares to lower his defenses, intrigued by the challenge she represents. Nakia, wary yet captivated by Ahmad's unwavering strength and allure, finds herself torn between the scars of her past and the possibility of a new beginning.

This hood love weaves through the complexities of second chance, loyalty, and the relentless pursuit of finding a real man or real woman to settle down with. As Nakia and Ahmad fight and wrestle with their demons, they must decide whether they can tru-ly escape the shadows of their pasts to embrace a future together. Will they forge a path toward healing and love, or will the harsh realities of the hood keep them forever apart? Join them on this heart-pounding journey where every choice comes with a price, and only the strongest love can survive the test of the streets. If you're a fan of rich Alpha men, cheating husbands and second chance romance. This book is for you.