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Her Shield


D. Camille - 2016
    The mysteries and storyline follow The Black Diamond Series. It is recommended that you read The Black Diamond Series before beginning The Uncut Series to have a full grasp of the plot and storyline.* Marcus Graham is a Special Agent for the FBI. His current assignment is to arrest and convict the infamous Milton Martin. Marcus is unstoppable and elite in every way, and in his role as an agent, he is adamant about never mixing business with pleasure. However, he never knew that pleasure came in beautiful, five-foot seven inch packages of clover honey skin and dark brown eyes... Isis Martin is an aspiring actress and a bona fide daddy's girl. She has been at odds with the insufferable Agent Graham since he began his investigation of her father. She vows to never allow the six-foot three inch, sable god with platinum eyes to ruin her life and take away her only parent, but when danger knocks at her door, Marcus is the only one who can rescue her. Can Marcus and Isis put their differences aside long enough to uncover the plots surrounding them and perform their very own love story?

Soul and Diana


Jade Jones - 2017
    Putting his dark past behind him, he decides to get a normal 9 to 5 working as a corrections officer at a minimum security prison in Gainesville, Georgia. Things are going swimmingly until the troublesome and mysterious Diana Prince crosses his path. She's annoying, obnoxious, and a pain in his ass. But on the upside, she's also beautiful, kind-hearted, and compassionate. When she's finally released due to lack of evidence, their relationship takes off in a whirlwind of lust. She's a rider and she's down to do whatever it takes to prove her loyalty--be it catching a body or a case. And the fact that she lovingly accepts his daughter is just the icing on the cake. All seems well until their perfect world is shattered by a sudden, tragic death, leaving Soul to take over a multi-billion dollar drug business. Not only does he inherit the company, he also inherits the enemies and debt that come along with it. Will Soul be able to juggle his duties as a father, husband, and businessman? Or will he fall prey to the rivals that are waiting to see him crash and fail? "Soul and Diana" is the highly-anticipated and riveting spin-off of the "Wife of a Misfit" series. If you loved "Cameron" and all of her juicy drama, you'll love this fast-paced, heart-gripping love story from national bestselling author Jade Jones.

Risky : A Novella


A. Marie Johnson - 2017
    In desperate need of a very quick come up, she finds herself willing to spend one night with a man who is as mysterious as the past she doesn’t know he’s hiding, but what will happen when one night turns into several and Remi finds herself once again battling between what she believes is right and what she knows is wrong? Though she knew what was at stake when she agreed to do what he asked of her, the battle between her heart and her mind leaves her willing to chance it all in a risky game of sex and love, a game where the two can so easily be confused as one and the same. Usually, the reward is always greater than the risk, but what will the outcome be when the risk is greater and Remi finds herself in a gamble of getting everything she’s ever desired only to give herself up in the process. Fair warning: This is not the average romance or love story. This is a story of risk and opportunity, where two people find themselves unwillingly falling for each other along the way of those two things.

Emmanuel


Shantaé - 2020
    On the streets of Houston it holds major weight and is never to be taken lightly. In their hood it brings status, garners respect, and defines loyalty. To break bread with a Broadus is an honor but to actually be a Broadus is to be part of a brotherhood. A legacy. A bond so unbreakable that it would take several armies of adversaries to penetrate it.Emmanuel, the quick tempered baby boy, has easily lived up to every expectation there is when it comes to carrying the Broadus name but history has shown that during the reign of every great King, there is always someone looking to knock them off the throne.Being solid and thorough doesn’t guarantee immunity to post traumatic stress and that’s the exact state he finds himself in months after being gunned down on New Year’s Eve. In the midst of his storm, he encounters another troubled soul who despite her own struggles, brings him a peace he’s never known. With her, he’s at ease and free to be himself but between the stresses of the street life, managing an up and coming singing sensation, and battling his own inner demons, Emmanuel must figure out a way to balance his love for Kambré while still living up to his surname.Accustomed to getting what he wants, Emmanuel finds himself unable to deal with Kambré’s indifference when it comes to their relationship. Advice from different sources on his situation tends to go in one ear and out the other but when his plus sized beauty becomes fed up with his antics and walks away, will Emmanuel find himself at risk for spiraling even further down a dark road or will her departure be the wake up call he needed all along?

Living Anonymous


Shataya Simms - 2018
    Abandoned by her drug addicted mother and absentee father, nine-year-old Aneesah is forced to live with her foster family in Ardmore, PA. Behind the picket fence in this middle class suburb, lies a dark secret of child abuse and neglect, until one day Aneesah befriends Capree Johnson who saves Aneesah from that nightmare. Life is sweet living with the Johnson family, led by music tycoon Kevin “KJ” Johnson founder of iLLADELPHIA Records. Going from rags to riches overnight, Aneesah is thrust into the glamourous life of a pampered princess, until she is faced with a life changing blow. Betrayed by the one person she thought would never hurt her, Aneesah journeys out into the world on her own where she meets James Hennessey aka Nyce, and is instantly intoxicated by his love. However, secrets, lies, broken bonds, and deceit continue to follow her, interrupting her seemingly picture perfect life and plaguing her relationship with Nyce who follows a strict code of Living Anonymous.

Love Is Blind


Kyoshi - 2014
    She meets Cordae Thomas aka Black at the tender age of sixteen. He was her escape from the fighting at home between her parents, he gave her what she had been longing for. But somewhere along the lines things changed, he became controlling, demanding and very abusive. Will she get out before it's too late? Or will she become another statistic? Take this emotional ride with Kaylen as she learns the true meaning of "Love Is Blind".

Stalked: A True Story of Obsession


Kate Brennan - 2009
    Too late did Kate discover his dark side: the serial infidelity, unbalanced character and sordid secrets. This is Kate's harrowing story of how she tried to escape.

Bonus Time: A true story of surviving the worst and discovering the magic of every day


Brian Pennie - 2020
    

Sweet Remedy 3


Genesis - 2018
    Kylei is seeing what it's like to be married to one of the most popular rappers in the industry. The women, the money, the fame and the heartache. After issues conceiving she is having troubles with holding on to her husband. Lux's constant infidelity is taking its toll on her and their relationship. With an impromptu visit back home, things change for Kylei but she doesnt know if its for the better or worse. With Jace Sinclair trying to make his way back into her life will her marriage to Lux survive before it could even fully florish? Lux is hurting and his outlet is getting him into more and more trouble. All he wanted from his wife was one thing and she can't even give him that. But that's not all that's bothering him. The secret he's been harboring is taking a toll on him as well; he has a secret child with his wife's best friend. Torn between his wife and the mother of his child, Lux doesn't know what to do. But what happens when the secret he's been holding in, is out in the open? Will his love for Kylei be enough to keep her around or will she be gone for good?

The Friendship Tree


Helen J. Rolfe - 2015
    But as she vows to start over, she meets Jake – and life gets more complicated than she could ever have imagined. Jake is the direct competitor for the family business, and a man with a dark secret, and Tamara struggles to fight her attraction to him as she deals with secrets of her own and an ex who refuses to give up. Tamara is soon drawn in to the small community of Brewer Creek where she becomes the coordinator for an old fashioned Friendship Tree – a chart telling people who they can call on in times of trouble. And before long, she realises the Friendship Tree does a lot more than organise fundraising events and working bees; it has the power to unite an entire town. Should you ever try to run from your past? ‘An enjoyable read by a new author. One to watch!’ Katie Fforde 'A fantastic sense of place, a traditional romance, contemporary issues and a nice touch of mystery.' Sue Moorcroft. 'The gorgeous setting, impossible romance and fabulous main characters are making this such a fantastic read.' Librarian Lavender ***Shortlisted for the Romantic Novelists' Association's Joan Hessayon New Writers' Scheme Award 2016***