Klarity & Chaos

J'ruani "JJ" Celine got her own everything-her shop, her car, her curves, and a don't-play-with-me attitude to match. At just 21, she's balancing college, business, while trying to leave the past behind-especially her ex, L, and the pain of the abortion he dipped out on her through. Her world is luxury with a side of real: Klarity Butter,Dove, and late-night showers that wash away what the world don't see.

But when Dez pulls up-street fine, blunt in hand, and hungry for more than just a plate-he throws JJ's world off balance. He's got ties to the streets and a reputation that should make her run, especially when she finds out he's a little too close to home. But there's something about his energy, the way he sees her, that makes sneaking around during family cookouts feel worth the risk.

Set on the gritty-glam West Side with designer drip, jail calls, and heart-to-heart FaceTimes in the mix, this is a story about love that's dangerous, healing that hurts, and the fire that comes from choosing yourself-even when you're tempted to fall back.