Title: Chapter 22: Chapter 22 - The Friend of My Lover Ain't My Friend
I loved this chapter (but I love them all)...still I didn't like my first review so here I am again...Puppies!!!...what a way to win a girl's heart...at least mine...though Bullies are related to pit bulls not Boxers...Bullies are short and stout...Boxers are much taller and lean...both breeds are beautiful but two different breeds with totally different looks (the veterinarian in me couildn't resist clarifying, no offense intended)...puppies give such unconditional love, which I think will be needed for our couple in the coming days dealing with the certifiable De La Royas...Brandon's feelings about Mannie are understandable because of William's meddling, but he need not worry because Diya is all his...even Marisol is not a problem since she clearly knows from Brandon that Diya is his life...can't wait for Diya to meet Big Whoa...I was so hoping a meeting between them would happen, and I'm so looking forward to that chapter...and Branny's new tatt I imagine will be really sexy...maybe it will be something that relates to his love for Diya...so looking forward to more...you have prepared me for a lot of excitement to come...I love the pace at which you built Brandon and Diya's relationship...they took time to really know each other before becoming intimate and we got to enjoy seeing them fall in love...that's romance...and to me, you write it brilliantly...you managed to get me deeply invested in your story and characters...your storyline feels realistic and believable...your characters are not perfect which makes them relatable and quite likeable...I'm stoked and can't wait to continue the journey with you...I am always amazed by you, Ms. Jax...thank you for continuing to bless us...may you continue to be blessed...
Author's Response: Hey jahchannah!!! I sent you an email a couple weeks ago with an article that explains the whole pit bulls vs. bully breeds (the former being a member of the latter, along with boxers, because of their shared Molosser ancestry) and thanking you for your continued support. Not sure if you got it, but I'll say it again. Thanks SO much for the support and sharing your insight. I truly appreciate both : )
The Diya-Whoa meet-and-greet and Brandon's new tat reveal are coming up several chapters down the line. Getting their will be the interesting part ; )
I'm really glad you like the pace of Brandon and Diya's romance. As a writer and a reader, I'm not a fan of love at first f*ck or microwave relationships. I love watching two characters fall for one another (rather than being TOLD they are) and try to create that in my stories. Many thanks for taking the time to let me know how my efforts resonate with you.
Reviewer: jahchannah Signed
Date: August 22 2016