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Taken, But I Want You
Krystal Armstead - 2016
No matter how much time has passed. This was the case for David “Blue” Jacobs. At the age of sixteen, Blue’s adoptive mother moved him from Greenville, North Carolina to Washington, D.C. in search for a better life. She thought that she was making a better way for Blue, but she only turned him into more of a monster. It wasn’t until the loss of a loved one that Blue decided to straighten up his life and leave the streets alone.When Blue left Greenville, he left behind his best friend, Chrystal Alison. Chrystal’s life was dependent upon her relationship with Blue. Misused, abused, and abandoned, Chrystal turned her life over to the hands of those she thought would help her. Chrystal finds herself trapped between a lifestyle that she doesn’t want to live and the people that she feels obligated to take care of by any means necessary.Just when Blue thought it was safe to say that he’d never see Chrystal again, every step he takes seemed to led him right back to her. The heart wants what the heart wants. No matter how many times you tell yourself that you’re better off without that person, a part of you will never be able to let go. Take a ride with these characters on their journey to recovery, forgiveness, and closure.
Never Made Love to a Thug: Until I Met You
Cherie Briggins - 2017
Some would even call her stupid. Feeling as if she's constantly on a rollercoaster ride of love and abuse, Mirror finally wants off. She's losing herself and her future is starting to look bleak. Until he steps into the picture. Now that Trust is a free man, he's focused and determined to be the King of New York. While hustling day and night, the only thing he wants is money, respect and those to fear him. But when he spots a beautiful girl sitting on a stoop, will he continue to be as focused as he once was?
My Brothers Keeper 2
Bri'Monae - 2011
Reese and Dirty are thrown into a whirlwind filled with turbulence and destruction. Talliah’s looking for a come up and has her sights set on Dirty. Csic’s number one priority is women period, the more the … read more
RahMeek and Bella V
Mercy B. - 2016
Immediately taken into custody, she adds to the list of unfortunates that already plagues the Jones’ family. Keem’s heart is punctured with the news of Bella’s surrender, and he’s thrown completely off of his square. All hail RahMeek! Fresh out, the inconsiderate and bull-headed RahMeek resurfaces at the notion that he and his wife have been accused using falsified evidence by the government’s finest. Rather than welcoming his fresh baby boy into the world with wide eyes and tear stained cheeks, he’s knee deep in the streets, hunting the head of a pig to place on his platter. Roc is forced with the hardest decision of his years. On one hand, he’s reduced to his lowest point and want nothing more than to divorce Kelly, take their children, and live a happy life. However, time apart proves to be difficult, causing him to recant and reevaluate the possibility of happiness without his one true love. On the other hand, Kelly is in shambles, and sinks into a deep depression hole. Her emotions run wild, and she makes a decision that could cost her life. The finale of the National Bestselling Series, “RahMeek and Bella: A Philly Love Story,” draws you in just before spitting you out. With every boundary pushed, promise broken, and heart pained, the crew divides with saddened hopes of returning to their natural states. Join Mercy as she concludes this timeless piece, while forcing you to reserve a piece of your heart for RahMeek and Bella throughout the rest of your days.
Promise You This (King Sister's Book 1)
Dominique Thomas - 2020
With one of us being gone we lost our way The path to happiness won’t be easy But we won’t let that stop us from trying to get there I can Promise You This
Captured By A Royal Thug 2
Heiress - 2018
Sounds crazy right? Well it happened. So much has happened to Bella and her two friends that even they can’t explain the events. They went from finally getting comfortable in Africa, to being snatched out of their element once again. Love, hate and envy surrounds them and just when they think they got it all figured out, here comes more drama. Bella is now torn between survival and love. She has to choose whether to live without the love of her life or die with the love of her life. Tough choice to make right? Well she made it and it just might be the worst decision she ever made. Leah has made the conscious decision to choose love over stability. She allowed her heart to speak for her and that alone just might lead her to her death. Twan has too much of a good heart and his love for Bella and Leah and now Princess Zara might just cost him his life. At the end of the day, he must choose to live for him or die for the ones he loves. So many decisions. So many outcomes. So much death. These three friends have been put to the ultimate test. After all the deceit, the covered-up secrets and the threats on their lives, will they make it out alive or will one wrong decision leave them without a head? Will love be the answer or will it be their downfall?
Falling For A Savage : Soraya & Jadyn's Story
Koya - 2016
Wanting to escape the life she felt was a lie, she moves to Atlanta ready to start her new beginning. Everything is better and she starts to feel like a new person until she meets him. Jadyn Harris is the nigga to know and to be seen with. Growing up in Alabama and dealing with life has turned him into a savage. After getting the offer of a lifetime, he quickly packs up and heads to Atlanta, ready to cash out. With money on his agenda, running into Soraya was something he never counted on. When they begin to fall into a web of feelings, things become hazy. With life hitting them at every turn, Soraya starts to realize that the life she's put herself in was one she wasn't prepared for. Trying to see the good in Jadyn, she begins to question if Falling for a Savage was worth all that comes with it?
The Story of DeLano Trevino
BriAnn Danae - 2018
Deliberate. Menace. Executioner. Those were just a few words to describe the DeLano Trevino. For the majority of his life, he had been deemed the quiet one. Light on his toes, but swift with his trigger finger; no target was ever left untouched. No enemy ever left breathing. That was until he made the mistake of letting his best friend’s killer roam freely. Six years have gone by since he left the grimy streets of California. After the brutal killing of his best friend, Lano uprooted to the Midwest. Over the years, his rank in the streets solidified him as one of the most ruthless men to grace Kansas City. To most, especially the women, his entire persona yelled dangerous, but not to all. Attracted to what she knew wasn’t good for her, Anika was smitten with Lano from day one. His hood charm turned her own in ways no other man had ever done. Their friendship blossomed into a full-blown relationship with ease and was rocky at first, but there was no turning back now. She was invested, respected as his woman, and held as much weight in the streets as he did. That was until Samia, Lano’s ex and his best friend’s sister, pops back into their life. When a trip to his hometown ends with bullets flying leaving Lano shot, all bets are off. The notion of making peace with his past was terminated immediately. With a thirst so strong for revenge, treachery overshadowed any rational thoughts Lano has when it comes to protecting the ones he loves. If it was a war his enemies were seeking, they had better come prepared with guns blazing. DeLano wasn’t laying down for a soul. He was snatching the lives of whoever during his deadly ambush and sending them straight to their maker.
When Stupid Comes to the Operating Room: Observations From 16 Years in Practice
D.R. Payne - 2013
Now with twice the number of stories of stupidity coming to the hospital, emergency room and operating room. DR Payne has been taking care of patients for over 18 years in places from Alaska to the American South and she has seen her share of Stupid. Feel a little less stupid today after you read this book. Sections include: Stupid in Action Stupid in Word Stupid in Thought Stupid Baby Names Notable Tattoos A Final Thought
The Secrets Between Me & Your Boo 2
Johnazia Gray - 2015
When Starr fell in love with Chance she knew that all of the heartache and drama would come to an end. Unfortunately, being involved with him only made things a worse than what it already was. After learning of the betrayal that her late boyfriend, Michael had unleashed, she begins to blame everyone for her bitterness. Blake thought that handling things behind closed doors was the way to keep the drama down, but that only slapped him in the face. After being betrayed by Sharia it’s hard for him to trust ANYONE. Between Starr, Sharia, and Taylor he doesn’t know who’s going to send him to an early grave first. Chance, on the other hand, is dealing with his own personal drama. Ronda telling all of her and Tyriq’s secrets before committing suicide has turned Chance into the man he never wanted to be. The only thing that’s on his mind is revenge. His world has turned upside down knowing that his first cousin, and right hand man was behind everything that hurt him over the years. He doesn’t know where to start, but he has to think smart in order to make it out of alive. In The Secrets Between Me And Your Boo 2 you never know who’s connected, who has secrets, and what’s going to happen next. Tune in to this juicy read.
A Love I Can't Forget (A Love Series Book 3)
A.C. Taylor - 2016
She’s desperate to find love and is counting the days until she can say that she’s found “the one.” Too bad that time doesn’t seem to be coming anytime soon. She’s been on date after date and left with nothing but disappointment. Frustrated with the direction of her life, she decides to wash her problems away with a few drinks. Her decision not only lands her tipsy, but in bed with the sweet and handsome Isaiah Grant. Isaiah has always had an eye for Leslie, but the hurt from his past relationship kept him from exploring his possible feelings for her. When he comes across her at the local bar, the plan is to talk her through what seems like a rough night, but it quickly turns into something more. Without warning, they find themselves embarking on something special and the future looks bright. But as always, trouble has a way of rearing it’s ugly head and destroying what could be. Will Leslie and Isaiah be able to get passed what’s waiting to destroy them? Or will they allow themselves to be torn apart by any and everything that stands in their way?
Wife of a Legend 3
Chloe Je'Nore - 2015
Teresa is out for blood and won’t stop until she has Jazz's head on a platter, but Jazz has other plans… Jazz catches Teresa when it's least expected and some shocking secrets are revealed. Will the past destroy Baby and Treasure’s fairytale marriage or will the couple be able to stand the test of time? Find out in the last chapter of Wife of A Legend
I'm in Love With a Thug 2
Lady Lissa - 2015
That night with Lexus was one of the best nights of my entire life. I was gonna look for a place of my own today so we wouldn’t have to keep disrespecting her folks under their roof. I know if I had a daughter I wouldn’t want her disrespecting my house and I would kill the nigga who fucked around with her to make her do that. I called Prince to ask if he knew a good real estate agent and he was happy that I was moving out on my own. He congratulated me for coming as far as I had over the past six months and I was happy that he was proud of me. He did say him and his dad needed to meet with us concerning the Nigerian dealings so I said I was on my way. I showered, got dressed and headed upstairs. I was hoping to see Lexus before I left but after the dick down I gave her last night, it didn’t surprise me that she was still asleep. I did speak to her mom before I left about me possibly moving out and although surprised she said she understood. I made it over to the warehouse at 11 that morning and headed inside. The meeting lasted for about 30 minutes and then I got with Prince so he could give me information on some possible realtors. Big Jim tapped me on the shoulder and said, “My real estate agent Angie is really good. She helped us find the brownstone that we live in now and she is in the process of helping me find an estate property.” “Wow! An estate huh?” I said. “Yea I think it’s time I moved my girls out of that brownstone. I’m hoping to move within the next couple of weeks. I’d offer you the brownstone but I know you aren’t looking for anything that big,” he said. “Naw, it’s just me so something smaller would be better for me,” I said. “Well let me know if you want Angie’s information,” he said. “Aiight, thanks Big Jim,” I said. Big Jim had turned out to be a really cool dude. He was like the father I never had and I was thankful for him and Prince taking me in the way they did. I really felt like part of the family. Hopefully that would weigh in my favor when I told them about my love for Lexus. “Well I gotta go. I got some business to do at the bank and then I’m headed home. I think I might surprise Yvonne and take her out to dinner tonight,” he said as he smiled. “Sounds good Dad, y’all have fun,” Prince said. “See y’all later,” Big Jim said. Big Jim exited the warehouse and soon after we heard gunshots. We grabbed our weapons and headed outside to see what the commotion was about. All we heard when we made it out were tires screeching. When we finally looked around we saw Big Jim lying on the ground covered in blood. He was gagging on his blood as me and Prince went to see if we could help him. Someone must have called 911 because a few minutes later we heard sirens in the distance but by then it was too late. “Aaaarrrrgggghhhhhh!” Prince screamed. “Big Jim! Big Jim!” I cried but he was already dead. The police arrived at the scene but they were cops that did business with Big Jim so they already knew how to handle the scene. Big Jim had several cops, detectives and even a district attorney on his side. The ambulance came and took Big Jim to the hospital even though he was already pronounced dead. The EMT’s said it would be a while before the medical examiner would be able to come and they didn’t want to leave Big Jim just lying on the ground. Everyone in this city had a lot of respect for Big Jim.I was in a fog because I couldn’t believe this had happened. Who would wanna kill Big Jim? He was a businessman but he was smart about how he did business; he didn’t make enemies.
The Committed Side Chick
Tina Marie - 2020
For the McKenzie men, being on top in the streets came easy. But when it came to finding love, they were not so lucky.Remee McKenzie, the oldest of the McKenzie boys, has been with the love of his life Rumor since high school. However, his constant infidelities and wild ways have devastating consequences destroying the relationship between the two.Rumor has literally been through hell and back with Remee only for him to walk away and be with someone else. Except even when he is supposed to be out of her life it's like he never left. Tired of living in a painful cycle with Remee, Rumor takes breaking up with him into her own hands. Will Remee lose the people he loves the most for good or will he find a way to make things, right?Sire McKenzie, Remee's younger brother met Arabella at a time in her life when she needed him most. Unfortunately, they are torn apart by outside forces. Their time together even though brief leaves a lasting impression on them both. When they meet again years later, Sire barges his way back into Arabella's life, causing her to fall in love all over again. All while leaving out secrets that will break her heart.Arabella has moved on from her horrific past and is now happy. Even though she doesn't have much, she can give her son a stable life and that is all that matters. At least until Sire walks back into her world. Now her heart wants a man who has always been out of her league. Will she last in his world or lose him once again?Cahir McKenzie, a cousin to the McKenzie brothers, is the definition of a damaged thug. He is a king in the streets and the one who took his family out of the slums. Yet his attitude toward the opposite sex is vicious and degrading, at least until he meets Eternity. She began to unfreeze his ice-cold soul, but it only makes him want to hurt her before she can hurt him. When he says the unthinkable, will Eternity ever forgive him?Eternity is a single mother who works double-time to give her son the life he deserves. Meeting Cahir was never a part of the plan. Seeing more to him than just a killer in the streets, Eternity's heart begun to yearn for Cahir. However, his actions showed her that they could never be. Will she give up on loving a bad boy or put up a fight?Will these couples' journeys finally end in true love? Or will it all come tumbling down, in the end, leading straight to disaster?
A Hood Dilemma is Still Bittersweet: A Naptown Triangle (A Bittersweet Hood Dilemma Book 3)
Natavia - 2015
Tassana is on the right path for the sake of her son. The problems between Osari and Tassana might cause her to go back to her old ways. Osari is trying to make it right for the sake of his family until his secret comes out. When all has been revealed, will it drive Tassana away permanently? Shimmy and Dez are young and in love until Kiwanna comes back into the picture. Dez is forced into making a tough decision leaving Shimmy with a lot of questions. Armory is a guy with a motive, will Shimmy figure it out before its too late? Kyree is stuck between two men, Osari and Pernell. Pernell does everything he can to get Kyree back. Kyree is torn from her past with Pernell, which is causing her to fall in love with another man. The man Kyree falls in love with is in love with another woman. Every hood has its dilemma, even when one dilemma ends many more occurs. Everyone is in a love triangle, but there is only room for one, who will they choose? This is an urban tale of love, heart-breaks, secrets and lies.