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Entangled
K. Elliott - 2003
Entangled is a love story between a major drug trafficker and a history teacher. The subplots include a black DEA agent with divided loyalty. He wants to do his job and rid the streets of drugs but on the other hand he knows that the system is corrupt and it targets minorities, this story has all the elements of a major motion picture.
Destiny's Daughters
Gwynne Forster - 2006
Now they're adults, thirty-three-year old women who are as different as can be. But they have one thing in common: they have never given up on the idea of one day finding each other. . .In "More Than This," by Donna Hill, we meet Leticia, whose time in group homes sharpened her street smarts and taught her to use her good looks to her advantage. Now she's on top of the world, ensconced in a lush apartment in the heart of New Orleans. Leticia knows what men want--she runs the most elite call girl operation in the Parrish. But when she learns that the new sheriff in town is planning a raid, she decides to close up shop, have some adventures, and find her family. She soon discovers that one of her sisters is a jazz singer slated to appear at Lincoln Center. Leticia buys a ticket--and gets much more than she bargained for. . .Parry "EbonySatin" Brown's [title tk] follows Jamilla, adopted by an upstanding family who loved her like their own. But despite a life of privilege, Jamilla was always haunted by a sense of foreboding. As a way to escape her demons, she turned to writing. Now she's landed a six-figure book deal. But Jamilla's joy is clouded by a series of disturbing dreams triggered by a woman she saw on television--a jazz singer with her face. . .In Gwynne Forster's "The Journey," Clarissa Holmes Medford has finally decided to kick out her cheating husband--and pick up her guitar. Maybe she can sing her way out of the unhappiness and poverty that have plagued most of her life. When she records a well-received demo, it's just the beginning of a fascinating journey that will take her far from home, and expose her to a captivating new world--and an audience that may include the family her heart has always longed for. . .
Strawberry Mansion: A Philadelphia Story
Julia Press Simmons - 2008
When she stabs him and flees to her mother’s house with her three-year-old daughter, she thinks it’s finally over. Unfortunately, the drama has just begun! “Will she find the courage to leave him for good? And will he let her?” Lisa Perkins, seventeen, is the “strong one,” or at least that’s what Tabitha and Shanice think. However, this couldn’t be further from the truth. When she leaves her home after her mother refuses to believe that her stepfather has raped and impregnated her, she thinks that distance will solve everything. She finds that she couldn’t be more wrong. Shanice Thomas, fourteen, is giving teenage rebellion a whole knew meaning. Her mother recently found Christ, and the party that was Shanice’s life is apparently over. Thrust into situations she isn’t equipped to handle, Shanice suddenly finds herself learning painful new lessons about the consequences of sleeping around.Strawberry Mansion: A Philadelphia Story is fierce fiction peppered with urban grit! It not only explores the girls’ struggles in vivid detail, it highlights their loyalty, love, and kindness for each other! You won’t be able to put this book down!
Pokémon: Diamond and Pearl Adventure! Box Set
Shigekatsu Ihara - 2011
But now he's depressed and hides in his room avoiding everyone—including his best friend Y. An attack on their hometown by Legendary Pokémon Xerneas and Yveltal, led by Team Flare, forces X outside… Now what?Contains all 8 volumes of the Pokemon Diamond and Pearl Adventure! series and a collectible poster
Boss'd Up With A Billionaire
Jade Jones - 2020
He Ain't No Good & She Ain't No Better
Tia Barnes - 2017
Her marriage and faith is being tested when she finds out that the two people that she is supposed to be able to trust with her life are keeping secrets. Her husband Chance, and her best friend Porsha have been spending time together while she's at home trying to figure out where things went wrong. On a mission to fix what's broken in her relationship, Alicia's life takes a downward spiral that causes her to take matters into her own hands. Porsha violates the code when she starts sleeping with her best friend's man. She is secretly hoping that with all of the late nights and early mornings, she and Chance will one day be more than just bedroom buddies. She is willing to do anything to make him leave Alicia for her but she soon learns that a baby will not keep a man that isn't interested in being kept. Chance loves his wife but he is unhappy at home. He makes a decision to continue seeing his wife's best friend, after a drunken night of pleasure. They both vowed that it would never happen again but their sexual desires are too strong for them to ignore. Jeremy the dirty cop and Chance's brother, surfaces after Pandora 's Box is opened and secrets are unveiled. He swoops in to clean up the mess that his brother made and he makes Alicia fall for him as he plots his revenge on his brother. What will Alicia do when she finds out that her husband and best friend are secretly sleeping together? Will Porsha succeed in getting Chance to leave Alicia for good? Will Alicia walk away from her marriage and finally get her happy ever after with Jeremy? Find out in, He Ain't No Good & She Ain't No Better...
A Thug Like You
Pebbles Starr - 2019
Sky’s unscrupulous means of getting by haven’t caught the attention of the owners of the club who just happen to be the biggest crime family in LA, the Kasabian Cartel – at least not yet. Unknown to Sky, there’s drama unfolding behind the scenes in her personal life as her boyfriend Blade’s lies slowly start to unravel, as well as his secrets – like the fact that he is engaged to another woman. Meanwhile, Sky’s crazy baby daddy who is behind bars on drug charges is up for parole and plans to come home to reclaim what’s his. Just when you thought things couldn’t get more complicated, Sky’s childhood friend Ryzen who has secretly carried a torch for her is reunited with her after sixteen years. He is determined to finally speak up and confess his feelings, despite the fact that Sky doesn’t even remember who he is. Things aren’t any better for Zuri as she and her serial cheater of a man Flex are constantly at odds with each other as their relationship grows more and more toxic, and she’s too stubborn to quit while she’s ahead. Will their “struggle love” be her undoing? Or can he change before it’s too late? If you enjoyed “When a Rich Thug Wants You”, you’ll love this African American urban romance that’ll have you flipping through pages as drama and scandals endlessly unfold.
The Wife Of A Kingpin 2: Malik & Micah's Story
Twyla T. - 2017
The collaboration between authors Twyla T. and Patrice Balark in this series is off the chain as the magic between the pages leaps off in bounds. Unlimited pandemonium, uncovered secrets, and revealing truths are exposed as the drama continues in the second book of this series. After losing not only his mom, but his high school sweetheart, life became different for Malik Jefferson. He began to show everyone in the streets who the real boss was. Along with his best friend and right hand man, Rico “Goo” Grady, Malik is that Kingpin that people know not to mess with. However, it seems like someone didn’t get that message and decided to take the reign from the duo. Malik and Goo are being challenged again, and blood will be shed. Will the culprits ever learn their lessons? Or, will Malik lose his position as Kingpin. Micah Sanders’ life was good, with the exception of her brother’s death. While attending college and making boss moves on the sides, her silent, but efficient transport still caught the attention of the boss. Malik and Micah had undeniable chemistry and found themselves in a relationship that was good for both business and pleasure. Even though things were changing for Micah’s life, she still had one goal and one goal only…to find her brother’s killer. When the road leads to the man that she has totally fallen in love with Malik Jefferson, Micah’s world is instantly thrown into a world wind. Just when Malik and Micah think that everything is on an even kilt…BAM! Life comes right on it and knocks everything right off of its axis. Nothing will remain the same. No one will be left unaffected. Find out how all the chaos unfold in this installment of The Wife of A Kingpin 2. Warning: This book contains a cliffhanger.
Pregnant By My Gay Stepdaddy
Quan Millz - 2018
But just when you think things can’t get even crazier, you’ll find yourself in a world of surprise. Shemaya Stevenson, a feisty and fast teenager from the South Side of Chicago finds herself in a world of trouble. After getting caught up with the law, Shemaya is presented with some daunting legal options that could change the course of her life forever. However, at the last minute, she’s saved by the one person she least suspects – her biological mother who she never knew.Lies told often enough become truth. Reluctant to embrace her seemingly charismatic and gregarious mother and stepfather, she decides to let her enigmatic parents into her life, hoping their help would help her avoid the possibility of a long-term prison sentence. Suddenly leaving the Chi and finding herself in Atlanta, Shemaya quickly adapts to her new reality – being the daughter of a powerful and world renown Evangelist and Bishop. But as the saying goes, ‘everything that glitters ain’t gold’. Shemaya quickly realizes her mother isn’t the woman who she purports to be. Nor is her stepfather. And she finds out the hard way…when the demon of sex makes his way in the midst of their tumultuous and secretive affairs.Read more of this gut punching, heart pounding urban fiction thriller by bestselling author Quan Millz! PREGNANT BY MY GAY STEPDADDY is gonna have you going WOOOOOOOOOW!
Female Hustler Part 3 (Female Hustler All I See Is The Money...)
Joy Deja King - 2016
Believing the person responsible for her husband's demise is none other than Nico Carter, she orders a hit on him. Will Angel realize Nico is her father before it is too late or will he die without her ever knowing the truth? Angel brings in a partner to oversee her lucrative business, Angel's Girls while she focuses on getting revenge but will the new partnership prove to be the worst decision Angel has ever made. Find out in Female Hustler Part 3.
Expecting The Plug's First Child
Timkeia - 2020
He's My Favorite Mistake
Tamika Newhouse - 2012
To her surprise, she gets a taste of her own evil ways when, eye-stealing Simone oversteps her bounds with the one she wants, JL. A smooth talking entertainer, JL has always had many women, Joyclyn is no different. But as soon as things start to heat up in the bedroom things take an unsuspecting twist. JL is left trying to place back the pieces and keep his secrets a secret before it ruins not only his career but the innocent ones involved. Tasha has always loved Malik, problem is he was never available to begin with. Vowing to finally leave him alone forever, he resurfaces announcing his love and that he would finally leave his wife. But when Trey comes along and gives her the desires of her heart... she had no idea she would be committing the same mistake twice. A story of betrayal, scandalous sex, revenge, lies, and more grace the pages of this tale. One thing these women can t seem to make happen is letting their mistakes go. Or can they?
House In Virginia
Tsu Surf - 2019
Watkins, have collaborated to bring to life for readers the collection of hit songs, "House In Virginia". Money is the root of all evil. It’s the thirst and hunger for money that is the origin of the ills of this world. It’s where our desperate thoughts and shameful actions are buried. Yet, when we are broke is when we have the most diabolical thoughts; when we are willing to break hearts, destroy relationships… and even ruin our own lives. Meet Karen Dunlap and Jovan “Jo” Saint: a young, loving couple living the way that many in their mid-twenties are in hoods of New Jersey. Karen is working a minimum wage job, while Jo hustles on the block with his right-hand, Pop. For the five years that Jo and Karen have been together, Karen has been by Jo’s side no matter his struggle because she sees and believes in her man’s potential. Yet, Karen cannot deny that she wants more, to leave the hood, and live a comfortable life of ease. Jo is desperate to come up in the game, not only for his own comfort but for Karen as well. However, before Jo has the chance to sweep his woman off of her feet, a boss, Kway, easily gains Karen’s attention with the glitz and glam of his lifestyle. However, everything that glitters isn’t gold, and Kway is a dull and ugly, cancerous individual that affects the lives of every woman he touches with his negligence and deceit. Though Karen soon comes to her senses, re-dedicating herself to her man just in time to experience Jo’s long-awaited come up, her decision to step out on her relationship will haunt her forever, proving to be the worst mistake she has ever made. Yet, will it cause her to lose the love of her life for good? Jo is blind to the deceit hovering around him as he and Pop begin the construction of their own empire. He is blindly happy in his newfound riches. Yet, “the more money we come across, the more problems we see”. The rise of Jo and Pop is laced with mayhem, murder, and infidelities that lead to heartbreaking disaster, the loss of lives, and the introduction of new love. Join Tsu Surf, National Bestselling Author, Jessica N. Watkins, and a host of entertaining characters on this mind-boggling, roller coaster ride of a street love story.
I Jus' Wanna Leave This Nigga
Mesha Mesh - 2015
She was brought up to believe that no matter what you stick by him, even if it means that he cheats, or beats you to a bloody pulp. Lyric falls in love with a man who she thought was her Prince Charming. Ty helped her get through one of the most traumatic events in her life and she feels that she owes him. At the time when he met her she was on the verge of going crazy, lost all hope, and had given up on life. He stepped in when she had no one else in the world and helped build her up, only to tear her back down.He fulfilled all of her heart’s desires with every materialistic thing she could think of. From romantic dinners, to shopping sprees, to the big fancy home that she always knew she would have. All was good in their relationship up until the night they got married. On that night, she was faced with an ugly truth about her husband that she didn’t see coming. Lyric realized then that God answered her prayers and she got everything that she wanted except the one thing that mattered the most… A loving husband!Ty is the guy every woman wants to have. He’s handsome, successful, and most of all, a ladies man. What the women don’t know about him though, is that Ty is a womanizer, a woman beater, and a spoiled brat. He feels that everything should go his way and if it doesn’t he has no problem taking things out on his gorgeous wife with his fists.Blessing, her best friend’s brother, has loved Lyric since they were kids, and he wants nothing more than to have her as his. His thuggish demeanor and handsome looks draw women to him, but he only wants Lyric. Will Lyric leave before it’s too late?Will Blessing be the man she always wanted?orWill Ty seek help to save his marriage and keep his wife?
GUTTA (GUTTA SERIES)
Redd . - 2012
He feels that his charm and the power of the "D" will be the answers to Charlene Wilson and Keyshia Green’s every prayer. Little does he know that Charlene has a few hidden secrets of her own that will bring more drama into the mix than Marcus has ever seen in his entire lifetime.Marcus’s girlfriend, Keyshia Green does whatever ...whenever...however ...anything to please her precious Marcus. She’s invested her time and plenty of effort to do whatever it takes to keep her man around. She is determined to win in the end but at what cost?Marcus definitely is wanting to have all his birthday cake and two scoops of ice cream on the side....besides he knows that neither Keyshia nor Charlene ain't going anywhere with all that good mind blowing sex that he’s putting on both of them. The only thing is he never thought of the consequences that would take place after all of his mind games.Things begin to spiral out of control and his world suddenly is turned upside down. What do you do when your back is against the wall? How do you handle drama that you never believed imaginable? Who do you turn to when you find out that your world is slowly but surely becoming down right GUTTA?