Review: I enjoyed this...
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 05 10, 2014
I have read this author's other works and my first (and favorite) was Commitment.  This book was a continuation of Afterwords and it picked up right where it left off.  I wasn't a big fan of the first book, because I couldn't connect with Chris and his choices.  But the author's writing style brings you in deep even if you aren't feeling a character.  I was excited to find this author, as it is very difficult to find those who write about "the other side" of black relationships - leaving out stereotypes, urban dialogue, and completely unhealthy environments.  This story's heroine was strong, yet willing to be vulnerable, while making sure she continued to "fix" herself.  I can't say I was in line with all the choices she made, but I completely got it.  Even with the hip hop lifestyle that at times is over the top and even more so in novels, I was able to connect and identify (even though I know NOTHING of the life, lol).  Chris grew quite a bit, he was a very strong and silent type - with serious issues.  I love when authors don't glamorize issues and in most cases give unrealistic resolutions to those issues.  Now, personally not sure I would've given him the time of day considering the potential for drama with the baby mamas and lifestyle. (actually I am positive that I wouldn't)  But the author made him very human and fallible, without making him "unattractive".  I would say if you haven't given this author a try, you should!  I will be on the look out for her books in the future.