
Damaged
Lisa Taylor
An intense urban romance where love, loyalty, and betrayal collide as two wounded souls fight to overcome their past and build a future together.
Tabby thought she was getting back to happy—until love pulled her into desire, betrayal, and self-reckoning. Almost Happy is a raw, sensual journey through heartbreak, healing, and the cost of choosing love again.
Tabby has survived heartbreak before—but this time, she’s determined not just to survive, but to reclaim her happiness. Recently divorced and emotionally guarded, Tabby is no stranger to loss, betrayal, or disappointment. When a younger, magnetic man enters her life, he awakens a passion she thought she had buried for good. Their connection is intense, intoxicating, and deeply sensual—offering Tabby a glimpse of the joy she’s been craving. But desire has consequences. As love, lust, and emotional baggage collide, Tabby finds herself navigating toxic patterns, blurred boundaries, and painful self-realizations. The more she gives of herself, the more she must confront the truth about who she is, what she deserves, and whether love should come at the cost of her peace. Almost Happy: The Chronicles of Tabby is a bold, erotic, and emotionally resonant novel that explores modern relationships, Black female identity, and the complicated journey toward self-love. With unflinching honesty and sensual intensity, Jaylonna Stevette delivers a story about desire, healing, and the courage it takes to stop settling for “almost” and start choosing yourself. Intended for mature readers (18+).
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Lisa Taylor
An intense urban romance where love, loyalty, and betrayal collide as two wounded souls fight to overcome their past and build a future together.

Jaylonna Stevette
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