Book Review: A Virgin Surrogate & An Underboss 3: The Finale by Taniece McDaniel Rating: ★★★★½ (4.7/5)

Taniece McDaniel closes her trilogy with a finale that hits every emotional nerve — love, grief, betrayal, and the fight to hold it all together when the past refuses to stay buried.

Four years into their marriage, Pre and Luciano seem to have the life they fought for — a home filled with love, stability, and family. Luciano is everything Pre never thought she’d have: a man who protects, provides, and makes her feel safe. But tragedy has a way of changing the rules, and the loss they face threatens to crack the foundation they built together.

Luciano has been savoring his peace, thinking old enemies were gone for good. But secrets buried deep have a way of clawing their way back, and when the past resurfaces, it threatens to take everything — and everyone — he loves.

Meanwhile, Olympic gold medalist Melody has conquered her career but still longs for something deeper. When an old flame returns, she sees her chance at the one thing money and fame couldn’t give her — a family.

McDaniel ties every storyline together in a way that’s satisfying yet unpredictable, giving longtime readers the closure they’ve been craving without losing the grit and passion that made the series addictive.

What I Loved

  • The emotional weight – Love and loyalty are tested in ways that feel raw and real.

  • Luciano and Pre’s dynamic – Still magnetic, but more layered with history and pain.

  • Melody’s arc – A refreshing perspective that adds depth to the finale.

What Could Be Better

New readers should start from book one — the payoffs in this finale hit harder when you’ve lived through the journey with these characters.

Final Thoughts

A Virgin Surrogate & An Underboss: The Finale is everything a series closer should be — passionate, dramatic, and full of heart. Taniece McDaniel gives fans the perfect mix of hood love, family bonds, and high-stakes drama. If you’ve been invested since book one, this ending will leave you breathless and satisfied.

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