Love, Uncut - Jennifer Smith

Langston has always done what is best for his family, and agreeing to marry Kensington’s daughter is no different. When he goes to meet her, he is stunned to discover that her sister is actually Sabrina, the girl he once saw, instantly fell for, and never made a move on.

Langston did so many things in this story that completely won me over. Redesigning his home into a space he personally hated just so his new wife would feel comfortable was such a huge gesture. I also loved that he never once pushed Sabrina physically. From the very beginning, he fell hard for her, and his feelings were steady, patient, and unwavering.

Sabrina tries desperately to protect herself, but the more she realizes how much she enjoys the way Langston treats her, the giddier I became. She doesn’t shy away from his light touches or even his possessiveness. She wants her independence, yes, but that doesn’t mean she doesn’t want him.

The back-and-forth between them was entertaining, but it also broke my heart for both of them. At one point in the middle of the story, I could feel just how empty Langston was. At the same time, I loved how easily they existed together. Their relationship felt natural, comfortable, and rare.

Langston’s friends were such a fun addition. They appeared at just the right moments, adding comedic relief while also helping both Langston and Sabrina come to the realizations they needed.

The ending was an emotional whiplash in the best way. My heart cracked open and then slowly pieced itself back together.

Langston’s devotion to Sabrina throughout the entire book gave me heart-eyes and soft, squishy feelings from start to finish. I received this book as an ARC and am leaving this honest review voluntarily.

The second my lips hit hers, the frantic, jagged static in my brain finally goes quiet.