When Fatima Wilson, a guarded attorney with a dark past, crosses paths with Zac Taylor, a street-smart real estate mogul scarred by betrayal, their worlds collide under the Atlanta skyline. A chance encounter at a nightclub turns into a magnetic pull neither can resist. But what starts as lust quickly spirals into something deeper - possessive, raw, and dangerously intimate. Between late-night confessions, bold claims, and undeniable chemistry, Fatima and Zac find themselves entangled in a bond that tests their trust, their boundaries, and their ability to surrender. Love, power, and past trauma simmer beneath every touch. Can two people who don't believe in forever survive the pull when temptation ties them too tight?

She never anticipated that a fleeting moment of delight could evolve into a newfound necessity in her life.

After losing her daughter's father to gun violence in their Memphis hometown, Fatima faces a storm of grief and complicated emotions. Torn between resentment and forgiveness, she finds herself at a crossroads, but through her baby girl, she receives a beautiful, unexpected sign from beyond; a reminder that all he ever wanted was for her to find happiness and peace. With this message, Fatima begins to heal, embracing hope and the possibility of brighter days ahead.

When a confident and God-fearing mother, a witty and hard-working father, and their creative, outspoken daughter try to balance faith, family, and modern life under one roof, the result is chaos, laughter, and lessons that always lead back to love.

Built to Love follows Zac and Fatima-a passionate, complex couple whose love story unfolds through trust, trauma, and fierce devotion. What starts as chemistry turns into something deeper as they battle inner wounds, jealous exes, and dangerous threats that force them to choose love every single day. With the help of friends, family, and a persistent therapist, they learn that true love isn't just about sparks-it's about safety, softness, and showing up when it counts. A slow burn turned wildfire, this is a story of emotional rebirth, protection, and two people learning they were built for each other all along.

When New York contractor Zac Taylor finally takes a break to celebrate the launch of his construction company, a guys' cruise to the Bahamas seems like the perfect reset-no deadlines, no stress, no strings. Atlanta attorney Fatima Wilson is on the same ship, toasting her hard-won bar exam victory with her girls and vowing to keep her heart off-limits. One late-night club, one unforgettable dance, and two sparks that burn hotter than the ocean sun-and then they part without exchanging numbers. A year later, fate spins the block. Zac relocates to Atlanta to expand his business and runs straight into the woman he couldn't forget. Fatima is thriving in the courtroom but still searching for a peace she's never had in love. Their chemistry is instant, but real life is louder than rooftop vibes: ex-situationships resurface, family expectations close in, and career ambitions threaten to pull them in opposite directions. Can two people who have mastered survival learn to trust a love that feels like home-slow, steady, and undeniably real? Cruising to Love is a slow-burn, grown-folk romance about building foundations that last, choosing peace over chaos, and discovering that sometimes the softest love hits the hardest.

Sometimes you have to lose to find the one who truly adds to your life. Book one of a two-part Zatima series.