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Beach Thing: Black Diamond Bay, Book 1 Kindle Edition

by DL White (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.4 out of 5 stars (127)
Two worlds collide on Black Diamond Bay, when hip hop mogul Wade Marshall meets spirited island resident Ameenah Porter.

Wade flees the hustle of Brooklyn for the beach, seeking refuge to reignite his creative fire. Ameenah opens Tikis & Cream, her smoothie oasis and island dream. Their mutual longing ignites a sizzling romance neither bargained for.

What starts as a summer fling soon threatens to consume them. Wade must return to the city. Ameenah belongs to the island. Yet... every kiss pushes them to dare for more - to abandon plans, follow hearts, and seize what soon may vanish with the season.

Can two souls born of different worlds surrender to a love without borders, and claim what fate and the tides of Black Diamond Bay have joined?

Immerse yourself in the emerald waters and sugar white sands of Black Diamond, where beach romances blossom, and summer love knows no end.

What happens on Black Diamond doesn't have to stay there.

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"Wade..." she finally whispered, her voice a little ragged from the two Amaretto sours she'd had. "I'm... I don't know what's happening right now. And I don't know if I should fight it or let it happen. And I don't even know if you know what I'm talking about."

"I know." I gripped her hand and scooted closer, dropping the other arm around her shoulder. "I know exactly what you're talking about. And I don't know what's happening either but even if I could fight this, I don't want to."

"I... I just... you know, you--"

"I'm only here for the summer. And I'm some big important famous guy that lives in Brooklyn Heights. And I like orange flavored things. Right?"

"Yeah. But...there's the other thing that's kind of important. And a few days ago, you said you had a hard time trusting women and not knowing their motivation. And that worrying about that is a distraction for you. I don't want to be a distraction."

"Ameenah--"

"And I don't need one, either. I might have made it here but I still have a lot of work to do to call myself a success down here. I have a lot to prove, to myself and to my family. I risked a lot to move here."
"I get that. I'm not trying to be a distraction to you and if I am, I'll step back. But before I do, maybe we could just... have some fun."

"Have some fun?" Her eyebrows rose and her head cocked to the side.

"Not like you think I mean. I'm saying...we get along, we like each other. You impress the hell out of me, and that's saying a lot. I'm not going to be here long term but as long as I am here, I'd really like to spend more time with you."

"And... have some fun." This time, her eyes were narrowed but her lips were bent into a smile. A sultry smile.

"And have some fun. A little beach thing. When the summer's up....so are we. But in the meantime..."

"A beach... thing." Her bottom lip crept between her teeth.

"Hold up," I said, gripping her chin and tipping her head up. "Let me take care of biting that lip for you."

About the Author

As the daughter of a serviceman, I am formerly from all over the place, however I have lived in the grandest city in the south, Atlanta, since early 2003. I'm a northwestern girl at heart but I think I've finally got this southern thing down... the tea is sweet and the fish come with grits! 

I'm a lover of technology, a fan of Brunch and am seriously addicted to coffee. I am wicked smart, hardly ever serious and ridiculously sarcastic. I devour books (and Skittles) and blog my reviews and thoughts on writing at TheSweetEscape.net.

I have been writing for most of my life but began seriously pursuing a writing career in 2009. I began writing my debut novel, Brunch at Ruby's in 2011. Five years later, my dream of becoming a published author is finally true!

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B01LX845U6
  • Accessibility ‏ : ‎ Learn more
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ September 17, 2016
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 3.5 MB
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 184 pages
  • Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Book 1 of 3 ‏ : ‎ Black Diamond Bay
  • Best Sellers Rank: #1,492,325 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
  • Customer Reviews:
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Atlanta based women's fiction and romance author DL White began seriously pursuing a writing career in 2011. She harbors a love for coffee and brunch, especially on a patio, but her true obsession is water— lakes, rivers, oceans, waterfalls! On the weekend, you’ll probably find her near water and if she's lucky, on an ocean beach.

When not writing books, she devours them. She blogs reviews and thoughts on writing and books at BooksbyDLWhite.com. Grab a book by DL White and #Putitinyourface.

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4.4 out of 5 stars
127 global ratings

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Customers find the book enjoyable to read, with one describing it as a fun page turner. The romance receives positive feedback, with customers appreciating the beautiful love story.
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11 customers mention readability, 11 positive, 0 negative
Customers find the book enjoyable to read, with one describing it as a fun page turner.
...Good read.Read more
Another great read, with the best characters that I would like to hear from again. I think a lot can happen in this relationship and families....Read more
A very enjoyable and lighthearted story. I loved Ameenah and Wade's chemistry....Read more
...Definitely need a part 2. Enjoyed reading this one!Read more
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Customers enjoy the romance in the book, describing it as a beautiful love story, with one customer finding the other relationships intriguing.
I was so enthralled in this beautiful love story.I'm currently craving ice cream after dinner all the time knowing dairy isn't always kind to me....Read more
Could. Not. Put. This. Down. Nothing like a sweet romance set in a beautiful locale to keep me pinned to my Kindle.Read more
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  • Bookjunkie
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great Read!
    Reviewed in the United States on September 19, 2016
    Format: KindleVerified Purchase
    Beach Thing starts out with Ameenah Porter moving to Black Diamond Isles to follow her dream of opening a smoothie shop called Tikis & Cream. This is a place that has sentimental memories for her and she feels that she is finally where she belongs.

    Wade Marshall is visiting the small town to get his mind off of the things he can't get away from back home.When he literally runs into Ameenah he is taken by her and looks to get to know her. He begins to seek her out regularly to get her to agree to spend just a little time with him. It takes some work on his part, but with his good looks and charm, he finally wears her down and she agrees to see where their budding friendship will go.

    I really enjoyed this story as Wade and Ameenah wrestle their way through their feelings while finding their way to each other. This is a quick, enjoyable and light read. Ameenah may be cooling people off with her cold smoothies, but when she and Wade come together, they heat up the pages with some steamy sex scenes.
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  • Alicia.Eye.Read
    4.0 out of 5 stars realistic characters
    Reviewed in the United States on August 22, 2022
    Format: KindleVerified Purchase
    This was my first read by the author and I enjoyed it tremendously. The novel centers around two mature adults: Ameenah, a business owner on the fictional Black Diamond Isles and Wade, a successful music producer. Each is focused on their respective career pursuits when they have a chance encounter on Black Diamond.

    I enjoyed the realistic character interactions in the book. The romantic relationship between Ameenah and Wade was central in the book but the other relationships were very intriguing. The business, family and friend relationships added complexity and tension to the story.

    I am glad that I read this selection and look forward to reading more books by D.L. White.
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  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Real Love
    Reviewed in the United States on November 22, 2019
    Format: KindleVerified Purchase
    I was so enthralled in this beautiful love story.I'm currently craving ice cream after dinner all the time knowing dairy isn't always kind to me. This is the second book I've read and boy is it a gem. DL you are an inspiration and I truly love your stories keep penning!!!.
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  • Shoegirl1965
    5.0 out of 5 stars Knowing what you want
    Reviewed in the United States on January 4, 2021
    Format: KindleVerified Purchase
    Knowing what you want is an awesome thing. I liked how the author showed how strong both characters were and how they stood up for themselves. I found it charming how much they liked each other and were not afraid to have an honest conversation. I liked the family dynamics on both sides. Good for Wade for putting Gage in check. Very well done.
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  • Kokanut
    4.0 out of 5 stars Sweet Love
    Reviewed in the United States on September 26, 2016
    Format: KindleVerified Purchase
    This is my second book by the author and I thoroughly enjoyed this read. It was lighthearted in nature although some of the issues were heavy but not so much so that they were a distraction. I loved the ease at which Ameenah and Wade came together and sustained their romance. The couple had a nice chemistry and were easy to root for--I was happy that Ameenah was able to reconcile with her parents. I thought Wade's issues with his father and the concert sham was a bit far reaching but not enough that it disturbed the love story. I wish that we could have heard more from Gage regarding his final approval/acceptance of Ameenah--outside of the couple's trip. I wasn't too happy with how he rode Wade about her as if it was affecting his work especially when the claim appeared to be unfounded.Again, a very enjoyable and satisfying read!
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  • Two Ts
    5.0 out of 5 stars Cute Story
    Reviewed in the United States on September 29, 2016
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    A very enjoyable and lighthearted story. I loved Ameenah and Wade's chemistry. I liked how they immediately hit it off and decided the direction of their relationship without any drama. This is my first read of this author. I was very impressed with flow of the story. This was a feel good read. Good job DL White.
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  • LHigh
    3.0 out of 5 stars It's in the details...
    Reviewed in the United States on October 4, 2016
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    The good: this was a fun, quick read without a lot of angsty drama. The characters are likable and the story doesn't drag.

    Otherwise, I felt like all of it could have used more rich detail, including the characters themselves. I liked them, but I didn't *love* them. I didn't feel vested in whether they succeeded at their goals. And honestly? The sex could have stood more mystery and less detail.

    Side note: I also felt like this story suffered from not having a decent editor. There were several errors in the book that took me out of the story, as well as too much/inconsistent use of slang.

    Still -- kudos to the writer. There are good legs to the story.
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  • Jsin Graham
    5.0 out of 5 stars How do I, me, find my way down to Black Diamond Bay
    Reviewed in the United States on July 31, 2019
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    My only issue with Beach Thing, is I don't know where it took place lol. No, this was a very fun summer read. One that speaks to the very real issue of should I/shouldn't I...especially when you see reality dressed up as real life, on the horizon. DL toes the line of giving just enough backstory for MCs, Wade and Ameenah to introduce the type of angst that can interfere in a romantic pairing, expertly. A fun page turner from beginning to end.
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