Reunion in paradise Exotic Bali is the perfect place to stage a wedding. If ambitious attorney Zena Shaw has her way, it’ll also be the perfect place to prevent one. Zena loves her younger sister too much to watch her rush into a marriage she’ll later regret. But Zena’s mission hits an obstacle in the form of gorgeous Adan Douglass, the groom-to-be’s brother—and the man who once broke Zena’s heart.Adan was just a college kid when he chose career ambition over love, but years later he regrets it. Now he’s hoping to persuade the beautiful workaholic to join him at their siblings’ union…and think about rekindling their own. From stunning beaches to magnificent temples, he’ll show her everything this lush island has to offer—and hope these magical nights are only the beginning of forever…
"This is truly an amazing read." – RT Book Reviews When your dreams come crashing down, what's next? Dawn Johnson's sorority sisters thought she made a huge mistake marrying blue-collar Reginald. But Dawn and Reginald have built a beautiful life for themselves and their two children. Dawn can't wait to show everyone how wrong they were–especially when her mega-successful best friend, Sasha, comes to visit. She never expected Sasha and Reginald would hit it off so well. She never expected they'd betray her in the most shocking and hurtful way imaginable–by running off together. And she never knew how much rage she could hold in her broken heart. . .With her life now in shambles, Dawn will do whatever it takes to regain what she's lost. But the road back will mean risking more than she ever imagined. . ."I recommend Should Have Known Better to readers looking for a book that will have them talking out loud." –APOOO Book Club"Octavia skillfully adds dimension and hidden aspects to her characters while offering surprises aplenty. . ." – Booklist on His Third Wife
New York City «It Girl» Troy Smith thought she'd have her ring by spring. But there's been a change in plans. . .Troy is a beautiful, successful black woman who's convinced her boyfriend, Dr. Julian James, is the man of her dreams–until he says he wants a break. Brokenhearted and confused, Troy knows there's only one thing to do: get her girls to throw her an official 3T Break Up Party! Established during their days at Hampton University, the break up party was how Troy, Tamia, and Tasha–"The 3Ts"–survived the drama of relationship bust-ups. Now it's Troy's turn to step out and party again. There's just one problem: Julian's stepping out too. . .with a new sister on his arm. So it's time to get down and dirty and put the 3T Take-Her-Man plan into action. No matter how long it takes, she is going to win back her man. A devilishly entertaining novel, Take Her Man also includes rules, regulations, and recipes for becoming a real life «It Girl». . . «A hilarious and emotional roller-coaster ride of breakups, new relationships and sisterhood.» – Romantic Times "Octavia has crafted an enjoyable story that will capture the attention of readers from the very first page." –Rawsistaz Book Club