Some connections don't burn. They ache. Quietly. Constantly. Onika Maraj has never had to fight for attention. Born into generational wealth, her life is all curated elegance and effortless charm. But at 21, the glimmer is starting to dull. She's bored with privilege, numb to men who talk too much, and tired of being told who she's supposed to be. Until brunch at Nobu. Until a woman she's only heard of walks in-quiet, composed, untouchable. Beyoncé Knowles. At 37, Beyoncé is all legacy and silence. A name, a presence, a mother, and a woman who doesn't look twice. But for the first time in a long time, someone looks at her like they see the parts of her she's buried. They don't speak. Not yet. But something settles under the skin. And when fate brings them face to face again-at a gala neither of them wants to attend-the ache deepens. This isn't a story of falling fast. It's about holding back. And wanting anyway. This is the beginning of the yearn.

Set at Texas Southern University, this book follows the slow burning and emotionally charged romance between Onika and Beyoncé, her mysteriously charming and protective roommate. As the two navigate college life, dorm drama, and their own desires, their friendship evolves into something deeper. Full of sexual tension, intimate moments, and growing vulnerability. Every shared glance, stolen kiss, and late-night confession, their connection intensifies, forcing them to confront their feelings and decide if they're ready to stop holding back and surrender to what's always been there.

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At the ripe age of 21, Beyoncé and Onika both faced very difficult decisions that would change the entire trajectory of their lives. One woman poured all she had into her challenges, while the other avoided and ran from them. keep reading to find out what happens when these two women cross paths. All Would Envy 5/13

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After a media scandal damages both their images, their teams come up with a solution: a co-headlining tour to sell nostalgia and bring the fans back. The catch? They haven't spoken in two years, and their secret relationship breakup ended with unfinished music, unanswered texts, and a deep secret.

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When, Onika Maraj, (stripper) meets her match with a rich business woman, Beyonce Knowles.