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Amaranthine: A Second Chance Romance

Aricka Alexander
4.3 / 5.0
Published: 2024 ISBN: 9798300183462

Description

Ten years ago, Maya and Elena were inseparable, bound by a youthful promise that shattered under the weight of unspoken expectations and life’s cruel timing. Now, they are different women living in different worlds, yet the pull of their shared history remains an undeniable force. When a sudden reunion brings them back into each other’s orbits, the dormant embers of their past threaten to ignite into something far more dangerous and beautiful than they ever anticipated. This is a story about the courage it takes to return to the one who truly knows your heart. Set against a backdrop of deep, authentic connection and a supportive found family, this romance navigates the complexities of reconciliation with grace and raw vulnerability. It explores the profound healing that comes from being seen, understood, and genuinely loved by the person you have never been able to forget. Aricka Alexander crafts a realistic and deeply emotional journey that celebrates the resilience of sapphic love. With a fast-paced narrative that balances quiet, intimate moments with the intensity of a long-awaited second chance, this book reminds us that true love is amaranthine—unfading, enduring, and always worth the risk.

Customer Reviews

Top 4 from Amazon
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Sandie
June 6, 2025
Verified Purchase

Original

I love your style of writing, and I love the storyline. This story was very realistic and down to earth. I felt the emotions of each character. Yes, I shed a few tears. I felt like if I was there experiencing life's ups and down with them. Keep up the great work.
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Jacq
March 10, 2026

good read

Really enjoyed this book, it’s been hard to get into arickas books but happy i read this one. It’s such a sweet story.
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Tamia
June 8, 2025

Amazing!

Being genuinely loved by the person you want to be loved by is something truly amazing. Aricka writes it every time!
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Bri's Glitchy Codex
December 8, 2024

This was such a sweet read!

Now I think I like second-chance romances! This was my first one, and it was so cute! It was very easy to love Kilah and KB, and root for them. As a Black, queer woman, this book made me laugh, smile and cry. I absolutely recommend this to anyone that wants a lighter read with an ending that will absolutely leave you smiling! The supporting cast, Black culture references and the amazing representation of all kinds of Black love just made this such a good read. And, we can’t forget the depictions of anxiety, as well as how to support a partner in need and this book gave us an excellent showing of how beneficial communication is between partners. And I love my little book nieces, Miley and Sophia. ✨ Highly recommend if you’re into second-chance, some fluff and honestly, beautiful, healthy, Black queer relationships.