Training My Heart to Love You

<strong>Update</strong> Here's my full review: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow" href="https://bookishrealmreviews.blogspot.com/2020/01/training-my-heart-to-love-you-by-monica.html">https://bookishrealmreviews.blogspot....</a><br /><br />This book was really good. There are so many components that I really enjoyed about it especially the fact that the main character was plus sized and didn’t go on this journey of learning to love herself. The reader meets her as a confident individual and I loved that. The characters were also hilarious. I literally laughed out loud while reading this book. I’m definitely glad that this is the first book of the year and I can’t wait to check out more black contemporary romance authors.

<strong>Just Blew My Mind Then</strong><br /><br />Chiiiiile I hollered all through this book! THESE CHARACTERS WERE AWESOME! I hadn't laughed like this with a book in a minute. I loved everything moment of it! Talk about Country Swaggin, this is it right here. On top of that Monica brought back Legend and Red! I almost had a dang heart attack. God has been REAL GOOD to me, I tell ya! ? Real, Real Good to me! Praise Him! Get the book and read for yourself people! God's got a blessing witcho name on it Monica.

Great main characters as Zayson proved how much he cared for Kortland. Storyline touched on realistic issues and I was glad Kortland's mom, Mary finally told her the truth. Enjoyable read

Mmmmmhmmmmm, MONICAAAAAA!!! This da one right here! The perfect love story! I loved Zayson and Kortlynn’s love story, it has easily become one of my favorites! It was so perfect, the build up was perfect &amp; the ending was just PERFECT ????! J’Neka was something else &amp; got what she deserved!! To learn what happened to Kortlynn’s mom explained her actions! As well, the outcome with Zayson’s brother was disheartening. I loved all of the characters (especially Zayson’s mom) &amp; how other series tied into this book. Another standing O ?? to my fav!!!

<strong>Grown folk</strong><br /><br />This right here is the epitome of "I know what I want and ain't got time for games". Zayson and Kortlynn instaloved it at first sight. Even though she was a little more hesitant, both jumped in feet first and was honest and most importantly communicated what they wanted and expectant from themselves and each other. The issues they both were dealing with were heavy and could put undo stress on a fresh relationship but again...two adult communicated with each other and they made it through just fine. The only take away was the over use of the n-word which stood out of because even though it was about urbane people it just didn't fit in this particular story to me. Even with that, it is a great story and my first but not last read by this author

Monica you did it again!!! The love between Zay and Kortlynn was soo strong I felt it every time while reading. Damn those sex scenes was hot and had me wanting to take my boo down lol. I knew it was a reason as to why her mom was treating her like that. Her dad was a very stand up person for looking out for her all those years when he didn’t have to. Her cousin ain’t shit because just because somebody offered you money don’t mean anything. I felt so bad for Zay and his parents after everything his brother did to them he didn’t deserve that. Monica your books always takes me on a high I don’t want to come down from. Don’t keep us waiting for another book.

<strong>Come through true love!</strong><br /><br />True love conquers all! Zay and Kort are examples of how love takes a licking and keeps on ticking. I loved everything about their journey and the maturity that they showed in the adversity their relationship faced.

<strong>Zayson &amp; Kort</strong><br /><br />I freaking love the setting of country hood. These boys got me wanted to find a rodeo. I’m familiar with horse racing but my imagination got me in the stands watching the show too. I loved their courtship. It didn’t pop off like the other two couples but when it did they didn’t stop. Its such a shame how we as a community think it’s ok to sweep issues under the rug and they will go away. How do you look at your baby and have to constantly think how she got here? I do it for mine and they were planned. I felt sorry for her mom. She handled that well. And zayson was right there. Now KERRY!!!! That was a typical Cain and Abel situation. When is enough enough? He was really gone do his lil bro like that. He made his bed though. So now we need a fun update on all the babies and wedding.

Whhheeeeewwww is all I can say lol <br />I believe that TMHTLY is my FAVE novel by you, MO!<br />YOU ABSOLUTELY DID THAT!<br /><br />I ADORED Zay &amp; Kort! <br />The way they took to each other was EVERYTHING! <br />I loved that Kort didn't take ish from nobody! She was confident in who she was and didn't give a flip who didn't like it. SHE WAS A BOSS! Then add in Zay and Kort FLOURISHED! <br />Zay was soooo country and hood AND I loved his character because he always kept it real with Kort. He loved her from the beginning and wasn't scared to show or admit it. <br />I LOVE his parents! They were so funny lol <br />Kort's mama on the other hand is a special brand of crazy. Knowing her story I feel bad, but that still doesn't absolve her from all the mess she created. <br />Kerry *rolls eyes*<br />J'Neka she would catch these hands EVERY TIME I see/saw her! <br /><br />Now can a sista get a novella for the wedding PLEASE?

<strong>Zay and Kourtlynn are the epitome of what a man and woman should be for each other</strong><br /><br />I loved that this story featured a fluffy woman and man (though he was more muscle and height than anything else). The way Zay proved to be real and true to Kortlynn even after her cousin tried to ruin it had me swooning for him. I loved Kortlynn was so confident and in love with who she was. Plus she gave back to the young women as well. Her momma was foul but her truth helped me not dislike her completely. I loved getting an update on my favorite rodeo couples Legend, Harper, Red, and Shana!! And those sex scenes were steamy and passionate just like their love for one another!! This was a great story!!