Real Love by Alexandria House

Real Love

A sharp romance about reclaiming love on your own terms

Length5h29m
Release dateMay 14, 2019
LanguageEnglish
★★★★☆ 4.8 (6 ratings)

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Quick Facts

AuthorAlexandria House
NarratorJakobi Diem, Mari
Runtime5h29m
PublishedMay 14, 2019
Rating★★★★☆ 4.8 / 5 (6 ratings)
CategoriesLiterature & Fiction, African American, Romance, Contemporary
FormatAudiobook (Digital)
PlatformAudible

About This Audiobook

Denise Buhari isn’t just back on her feet—she’s stomping. Alexandria House’s *Real Love* is a scorching romance wrapped in a story of fierce self-reinvention, where a loan officer with zero tolerance for nonsense rediscovers passion without losing her edge. What makes this audiobook crackle with authenticity is how it refuses to romanticize Denise’s past or dilute her bite. House’s prose is lean and muscular, and the narration by Jakobi Diem and Mari electrifies every scene, from Denise’s dry wit to the simmering tension in her budding romance. The chemistry isn’t just between the leads—it’s in the soundtrack-like pacing of the dialogue, which feels like eavesdropping on a conversation where every word counts. Expect no passive heroines or easy fixes here; this is a love story for women who know their worth isn’t up for debate.

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Editor's Review ★★★★☆

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I went into *Real Love* expecting a lighthearted romance, but House delivers something far more satisfying: a story that trusts its readers to handle bite without sugarcoating. The narration is a standout, with Diem’s rich baritone grounding Denise’s no-nonsense energy and Mari’s velvety cadence adding layers to the romantic sparks. The chemistry between the leads feels organic, not forced, and the pacing keeps the story snappy—though I wished the middle act leaned harder into the conflict instead of coasting on charm. That said, the production quality is top-tier, with crystal-clear audio that makes you feel like you’re right there in the room. My biggest critique? The ending wraps up just a tad too neatly, as if House was too eager to gift-wrap resolution for Denise. Still, this is a romance that earns its HEA by making you cheer for a woman who refuses to compromise. If you’re craving a love story with teeth, this is your audiobook.

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