Hearts Down in Louisiana: An African American Romance
Chocolate Bee

When star athlete Tray Carpenter transfers from the streets of Monroe to the halls of Louisiana State University, he’s ready to chase football dreams—not feelings. But when destiny throws him into the lives of the charming, headstrong Lacey, the golden boy Jordan, and the fearless Ophelia, life gets a whole lot more complicated.
As love triangles spark, secrets unravel, and families confront old wounds, this soulful and emotionally charged story dives deep into what it means to fight for your place, your people, and your heart. With sweet Southern romance, laugh-out-loud moments, and the rhythm of Black culture beating at its core, Hearts Down in Louisiana is a modern-day Hallmark story wrapped in edge, soul, and authenticity.
Fall in love with a story where the game isn't just played on the field—it's played in the heart .