This was my first read by Briyanna Michelle, and I picked it up after seeing her promote it on social media. I love supporting Black indie authors, and this felt like the perfect “why not?” kind of read. I went in blind, with no expectations just excitement to dive into something new.
The story follows Makayla, a woman clawing her way out of a dark, traumatic past, and her journey is both heartbreaking and inspiring. I rooted for her the whole way through. Her resilience and growth were powerful, and her healing felt like a quiet victory with every page turned.
And then there’s Brian, the way that man loved her, he was soft, patient, and protective. Even when life smacked him with unexpected pain, his focus stayed on her and how she’d feel and how she’d perceive him. His love never wavered, and honestly, that’s the kind of love that leaves a mark.
The book was a mix of plot and character driven moments. There were parts that felt a little rushed or skipped over, and I think that’s where I struggled to fully connect at times. I wanted more. More time, more emotion, more depth. But despite that, the story held me. It made me care, made me feel, and had me flipping pages to see how it all would end for Makayla and Brian.
I landed on a 3.5 star rating. It’s a beautiful story, with lovable characters and a romance that was heartfelt and healing. If you love indie love stories, Finding My Way Outta Darkness is definitely worth the read. I look forward to reading the next book in this series.
Rating 3.5 stars out of 5
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