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Soul of Romance…
I am often
inclined to indulge in a hot bubble bath, scented candles, a glass of wine and a
juicy romance novel. I am transported to Caribbean islands, snow covered mountain
retreats, bright lights of a busy city or my dream home in one of my favorite
places. My imagination is my only
limitation. There is nothing like
losing ones self in unique and exotic locations as you live vicariously through
the female character’s adventure as she finds love and the Soul
of Romance… Almost
10 years ago I discovered to my amazement, an African-American romance novel in
the local K-Mart. As an avid reader of romance novels, for well over 20 years,
it was a beautiful discovery. Finally
romance novels that portrayed romance and love about and for African-Americans.
The characters looked like me, spoke like me and they loved like
African-Americans. So each month,
The Imani Book Club will entice you with a selected African-American romance
novel in hopes that you will indulge in the Soul
of Romance…
RSVP With Love
by Sandra Kitt
Brief Description: Ambitious event planner Chloe Jackson is sure of one thing: her ten-year college reunion is going to be the most spectacular weekend she has ever put together. But it's her co-organizer who's got the former Hollington College class prez feeling like a tongue-tied schoolgirl. He's Kevin Stayton, Most Popular Guy on Campus, owner of Atlanta's hottest clubs and restaurants—and Chloe's secret crush…. Beneath Chloe's strictly business facade is a sensual woman Kevin wants to get to know a whole lot better. But when their sizzling romance thrusts them into the public eye, Chloe suddenly backs off. That's when Kevin turns up the heat on a passion that's already raging out of control—and a love affair destined to be one for the books!
She sighed. Then inhaled, "Yes, I'm fine." After another moment the shower curtain slowly pushed back. She instinctively crossed her arms over her chest and glanced over her shoulder. Kevin stepped in, stark naked behind her, his long, lean body filling the stall and crowding them together. "Kevin,! What are you doing?" "Whatever I can to conserve natural resources." "There's not enough room for both of us." Moving her aside he got under the spray, turning around to get completely wet. Kevin rotated Chloe around so that her back was to him. "Let me, " he said. Imani Book Club Review: 4.5 Anyone who knows me knows I love me some Sandra Kitt. Literally, I became a fan after reading "Color of Love". Her writing style is so rich and so captivating and even years later, her style has only gotten better. Chloe was the plain Jane in college and pretty much kept to herself even though she managed to be the valedictorian. Now, 10 years later she is a successful event planner and she is in charge of the 10 Year Reunion. However, with success comes other issues, one being her mother who returns to her life. But with all the planning, Chloe finds time to embark on a wonderful friendship and relationship with Kevin Stayton, Chloe's secret college crush. What started out innocently progressed to much more. Kevin was the Most Popular Guy in college, but now he is the most successful business man in Atlanta. Meeting with Chloe and assisting her with the reunion he is immediately drawn to her and quiet and subtle ways. Can he make their love last? This was classic Kitt. Beautifully written and absolutely sexy. She immerses you into the lives of the characters making it difficult for you to let them go. The pacing and subplots were wonderful additions. I cannot wait until the next in the series is released. Submitted by Cashana
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