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Mesmerized by A Certified Thug
Sephiri J - 2018
For as long as she could remember, she’s relied only on herself after living through a devastating experience when she was only sixteen years old. She’s done everything she can in her adult life to fend for herself and run from the demons of her past. But late one night when she witnesses a horrible crime, she sees yet again how quickly life can be turned upside down at the hands of someone else. Her fearless instincts drive her to come to the aid of the unsuspecting victim, and from that point forward, her life will never be the same. Noah Briggz has run the streets with his three best friends all his life. The only thing he’s ever cared about was stacking his money, protecting his mother and sister, and being loyal to the friends around him who he sees as brothers. But on the night he finds out his sister has been the victim of a horrific crime, the only thing he has on his mind is revenge. When he meets Tiana, the only person who came to his sister's defense, Noah is immediately drawn to her compassion and courage. And Tiana can’t deny the attraction she feels for Noah’s rude-boy swagger and thuggish ways. But when secrets from the past that Tiana tried so hard to get away from rear their ugly head, will their love story end before it can even begin? And will Noah be able to find those responsible for hurting his sister without risking the lives of himself and everyone who he cares about the most?
My Love for You
Aubreé Pynn - 2019
With a year full of success and wealth, there's only one thing he wants more than his freedom, Kinsley. With all communication ceasing between the two, he longs for that old thing back. Once he lays eyes on her all bets are off, and Jaxon stops at nothing to get his best friend back. Kinsley is struggling as a new mother and business woman. With her entire life centering around making sure her son is taken care of she's losing herself. While desperately needing to be pulled out of her open misery, she refuses to ask for help. That is, until Jaxon shows up and bullies his way back into her life. With Kinsley's secret out in the open, her insecurities growing, and their personal vices, will they make their way back to each other? Or will they settle for their new normal? Find out in My Love for You!
Luvin' A Real Jersey Savage
Shonda Lanae - 2019
School is her get away, and her safe haven, because at home, she suffers through an abusive relationship with her boyfriend William.Due to the stress of life and school, Amelia loses her job, but quickly bounces back and finds a better opportunity, and with a new job on the horizon, she falls into the arms of the owner of the business, Ceedric.Ceedric is a savage street king who goes legit and leaves his past behind, opening a construction company.The chemistry between these two is real and raw, but what will she do about William? With the fear of leaving William, and falling into something new with Ceedric, hearts and lives are on the line and in the way.Can Ceedric use his tru savage ways to hold on to his woman, or will she slip through his fingers, and stick to what she knows, abandoning her chance at happiness?
Diary of a Triflin' Bitch 2
Platinum - 2014
How will she overcome the depressing thoughts of knowing she will die? Diamond finally got rid of Jay and has moved on in life. She has found love but will it cost her more then she bargain for? Tip is still missing in action. Who is the father of her baby? Is she alive? Diamond, Tracy, Tip, and Brandy are back in this page turner with more drama than ever! The turn of events get wild and crazy and they all have to get over the obstacles of life. Who will come out on top?
The Streets Left Me With A Heavy Heart: An Urban Romance
Yo Loni - 2018
He loved Ayesha with ever fiber in his soul, but what happens when deceit and greed comes in the shadows, forcing his hand? On a quest to protect her feelings, he drives a wedge between them that may be beyond repair. Years later, Roman is a free man. He’s sexier than ever, and on a mission to get his queen back and reclaim his throne. However, Ayesha is dead set on showing him that the world doesn’t work on his time. Her heart still bleeds Roman, but is love strong enough to piece her soul back together again? When tragedy strikes, their world is turned upside down. Revenge runs deep in Roman’s vein. Loyalty is tested as everyone isn’t who they seem to be. Ayesha just may be the peace he needs inside the storm that’s brewing. But, is she ready to give herself to him again? Take a ride through the gritty streets of Philly and find out how their story unfolds.
Issa Hood Love Story: Jade & Apollo
Angie Hayes - 2018
She is beautiful, independent, attended college, and has her own. But scratching beneath the surface, no one knows that not only is she a stripper by night, but that she also is the side chick of her married lover, who happens to be her best friend’s father. How long will Jade be able to keep this part of her life a secret, or will everything she is doing in the dark will finally come to light? Shamea is Jade’s best friend and also secretly stripping at the club with her as well. Although Shamea has her fair share of drama when it comes to her own relationship with her lying, cheating boyfriend, she would have never guessed that Jade is secretly having an affair with her father behind her back. Once the truth is revealed, will Shamea walk away from her friendship with Jade, or will their friendship be strong enough for the test? Apollo is known as the boss in the streets, who is now looking to retire from the game and settle down. The last person he expects to fall for is Jade, but the heart wants what the heart wants. Apollo knows Jade comes with baggage, he has no idea how heavy it is. Once he finds out the truth, will it be too much for him to want to deal with, or will he decide that Jade is worth the effort? Sit back and enjoy this roller coaster of drama, lies, and betrayal right out of the hood with: ISSA HOOD LOVE STORY: JADE AND APOLLO
Married to the Connect 2
Miss Candice - 2018
Just when Simone thought she had found the one, Q cheated on her, making her regret ever givijg him the time of day. But fate intervenes, and Quentin forces his way back into Simone's life, refusing to let go of the only girl he's ever loved. Luckily for Quentin, Simone's love is unwavering and she decides to give them another try. Unfortunately, tragedy rears its ugly head and Simone is caught in the crossfire of a feud that has absolutely nothing to do with her. While away on business, Q gets called home because of an emergency. Unbeknownst to Quentin, that emergency ends up being the raping of Simone. Seeing red and full of rage, Q is out to wreak havoc on the man responsible, and with his queen by his side of course. Not only does Q have problems back home, but there is a war brewing out of state as well. When word gets out that Quentin is the one stealing the clientele of various connects throughout the country, a war is initiated and Q is determined to come out on top. War is brewing and the FEDS are lurking too, making Quentin's rise to the top harder than ever. Question is, how far is Q willing to go in order to solidify his spot on top?
Feenin' For A Chiraq Hitta
Bianca Marie - 2018
The girls have been through it all together. In high school, they formed a clique so treacherous known as B.L.U.S.H. and wreaked havoc wherever they went. That was all fine and dandy when they were in high school, but as grown women who can't control their anger, they savage way get them in more trouble than they can handle. After an incident gone wrong, the girls are put in a position where they have no choice but to do what they have to do. And then it begins... They find themselves employed by Riccardo Giovanni, the Italian mobster who runs Chicago. Beauty, always the quiet one, is having an affair with Luca Giovanni, son in law of Riccardo. What started as only a steamy affair now involves feelings, and Beauty never wanted that. When Beauty finds another man to love her, it may be too late to get out of her current situation. Then we have Navy; she has an uncontrollable rage, and sometimes it's hard for her to contain herself. She puts her and her friends in situations that she doesn't know how to get them out of. Love hasn't always been her best friend, but when she meets a guy who makes her think differently about that four letter word, Navy takes a chance she thought she would never take. Yubaris, known as Born in the streets, is a no filter kind of dude. Women are the last thing on his mind, but when he runs across Beauty, his feelings about the opposite sex drastically changes. There is something about her that captivates him, and he's willing to risk it all for her. Lastly, you have Saint. Always the lover, Saint is having a hard time with the drama that his baby mama, Shawnie, brings. He has big trust issues, and when he finally lets her go for good and pursues something else, he thinks that this may be bigger than he thought. Born and Saint are two hittas from the ill streets of Chicago, better known as Chiraq. When they cross paths with these two ladies, their hearts open, and they let their guard down in the process. But will letting their guards down cost them everything they've worked so hard for? Beauty and Navy are feenin' for a Chiraq hitta, and they soon get what they want. The only question is if they can handle it. Love doesn't come easy, and these characters find out the hard way about what it is to love somebody while enduring the drama that comes along with it.
Loving A Jamaican Boss
KB.Cole - 2016
Forbidden love is exciting but when a baby's involved the secrets become too much for Moni to deal with. Being someone's little secret is only fun for so long and four years is too damn long. Tru is torn between love for the girl of his dreams and loyalty to his friend. Even though she understands his loyalty to her brother Moni feels like Tru should have her back and just tell Redd and be the man she needs. When she finds out she's pregnant again she's had enough, Tru has to decide. Dmitri is the youngest son of the head of the Jamaican Cartel, he's a boss in every sense of the word. He has everything he's ever wanted all he needs is someone to share it with. Love seemed elude him until a trip to the states to meet up with his friend leads him to love at first sight. But she's not ready to give love another try. Used to getting his way Dmitri knows that he’ll win her heart but things get complicated when he finds out who she really is. Will Moni stay in the shadows or move on? Will Tru man up or will his loyalty be stronger than love?
Dirty South Divas
Kia Jones - 2016
Life hasn’t been easy for any of them, but they have always had each other. As troubles rise, cousins, Divine and Malina are presented with an opportunity that changes their lives. Twin sisters, Nyssa and Neiman, meanwhile struggle through the consequences of past and present misdeeds. One thing is certain, these Dirty South Divas are not going down without a fight. Follow the four women as they walk through the valley of shade, greed, violence, sex, money and drugs.
The Streets Raised Me
Deyona "Yona" Pearson - 2015
Money and her daughter was all that mattered to her. She was tossed to the wolves in the mean streets of West Philadelphia by her own father, but she played the game and came back the leader of the pack. Once she realized the power of the gold between her legs, she used it to her advantage to survive. When the infamous Tre waltzes right into her life, he has her questioning everything. Her heart is screaming for her to let love fill it, but the life she lives keep calling her. Just when she decides to give in to happiness, the drama begins. Her dad is out to destroy her every hope and dream, while Tre may not be the man that she thought he was. Will Cherish be able to survive the drama, or will the streets eat her alive?
Still Anonymous
Shataya Simms - 2017
Betrayed by one of her most trusted friend’s, pop-star Aneesah “Anì” Bradshaw is left fighting for her freedom in the court of law. Catching a break, she is released from prison but pays the ultimate price of losing the love of her life. Now shunned by the media and critics alike, Aneesah is left to pick up the pieces of her fallen career. Going out on a whim and doing things her way, she regains her popularity in the music industry but struggles with the loneliness that seems to be embedded in her heart. Rekindling an old flame, life seems to finally fall back into place for the pop-princess; however, a dark secret looms over her head, jeopardizing her relationship. Hit with a life-altering tragedy that shatters her world, Aneesah gives up her career, isolates herself from loved ones, and ultimately spirals out of control, leading her down a dark, twisted path of self-destruction.
The Coldest Love of All
Sha Jones - 2019
Imagine being closely connected to eight people that you don’t know. Different occupations and backgrounds that all fatally intertwine. Being dangerously in love with with one person that is full of lies and secrets. Every corner you turn, phone call you make, and fear you have is all connected to one individual through eight lovers. They say keep your friends close but your enemies closer, but sometimes, you have to keep the strangers the closest. In the first chapter of Sha Jones’ new intricate love story, loyalty will be tested, lives will be ruined and put on the line creating THE COLDEST LOVE OF ALL!
He Beats Me
Rod Cornelius - 2017
It wasn’t long after she cut herself off from all of her family and friends that Keon revealed his true abusive nature. Ashley quickly went from being the target of his affection to the target of his strikes and stomps. It’s not until Keon’s big move into the drug game goes tragically awry that he realizes the usefulness for Ashley again. The problem is, if he can’t get his plan to work, they all could end up dead.