Adored

Adored: A Crown & Glory Lesbian Love Story

Book Two in the Crown & Glory Series by Zuri Amara

Now includes a powerful bonus chapter—two years later.

Kiah is a fiercely intelligent forensic accountant with a guarded heart and a traumatic past. Bevanne is a compassionate mother of two, rebuilding her life after betrayal. When their worlds collide at Crown & Glory Natural Hair Salon in Charlotte, North Carolina, sparks fly—and something deeper begins to bloom. Together, Kiah and Bevanne must learn to trust again, to co-parent in a world that scrutinizes Black motherhood, and to let love—true, transformative, grown-woman love—reshape their lives.

In this paperback edition, readers will find an exclusive bonus chapter set two years later, in which Kiah and Bevanne face the complex challenge of raising Black sons in America. After their boys are suspended from school for fighting, Kiah confronts what it means to raise emotionally healthy young men without stripping them of their strength or silencing their sensitivity. This raw, honest chapter offers a rare look at conscious parenting, accountability, and the sacred responsibility of protecting your children while preparing them for the world.

Also included is an unforgettable anniversary getaway that rekindles Kiah and Bevanne’s passion. Steamy, joyful, and open-hearted, their sensual connection celebrates sexual exploration and the freedom of queer Black intimacy.

This book is intended for mature readers (18+) and contains references to past trauma, homophobic slurs, and sensual adult content. Reader discretion is advised.

Adored is a rich, emotional, and erotic love story rooted in sisterhood, survival, and second chances. Perfect for fans of healing Black love, queer family-building, and women who fight for—and savor—every drop of joy they’ve earned.