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Mind on Goddess, Feelings on Savage
B. Moni - 2018
That saying holds true for Yasmeen Thomas, a successful beauty who thought that she had the perfect marriage to Kadeem. But Yasmeen soon learns that she’s married to a complete stranger. Now that her husband’s mask is off, Yasmeen is forced to make a decision, either accept who he is or start planning her future without him. Kadeem thought that he could he have his cake and eat it too, but what happens when his indiscretions catch up to him? Although he’s aware of his wrong doings Kadeem never prepared himself for the repercussions that he is bond to face. He’s forced to wonder if Yas will fight for their marriage or will she gain the courage to finally leave him after having enough? Sierra and Dominic were the ideal couple along with Yasmeen and Kadeem, but they’ll soon face issues that makes them question the foundation of their marriage as well as :trust. What happens when a blast from their past reappears, bringing drama to the happy couple? Will they remain strong or will the secrets break up a happy home? Lives are forever changed, trust is broken, and betrayals are at every turn as you follow on this journey of love. .
TREMAINE: When A Man's Fed Up
La'Tonya West - 2014
Tre is ready to move on and start fresh. He's had more than enough of the constant drama and chaos that Boykins seem to filled with. So in an effort to change and become a better man he relocates to Jordan City, VA but his baby mama Kisha is not to thrill with the fact that she's been left behind. Feeling like he owes her for destroying their family, she will do everything in her power to insure that the transition to a peaceful drama free life is not an easy one.
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.
Killer Dolls
Nisa Santiago - 2015
On the eve of a brutal murder that hits close to home, Aoki needs her friends more than ever. Her ride-or-die besties, Tisa and Ri-Ri, are down to help by any means necessary, even if it puts their own freedom at risk.While coming up in the drug game, AZ gets into a situation he can't handle on his own. When he reaches out to Aoki - an unlikely ally - the girls agree to handle his problem for a small fee. When surveillance video of the conquest goes viral, the Brooklyn hood chicks are transformed into Killer Dolls.This overnight fame brings heat to the Killer Dolls, with jealousy, envy, and a dark secret threatening to destroy everything.
Wrath
K'wan - 2019
Their stories are told on street corners and in back alleys. One of them is Jonas Rafferty, known among friends and enemies alike as Wrath.Jonas, the only boy in a family of four children, came into the world under less than favorable conditions, and he has always been a fighter. From the neighborhood bullies to the stepfather who uses him and his siblings as punching bags, his life has always been one battle after another. At night, he would lay awake and dream of rising above his circumstances, and when he crosses paths with rogue homicide detective Louis "Lou" Ceavers, he's offered a bargain that will change the course of his life.Detective Ceavers becomes like a guardian angel and surrogate father to Jonas, teaching him the game and guiding him in his quest for power. In a short time, Jonas goes from errand boy and street muscle to one of the most dangerous young men in the city, dubbed Wrath because of his violent exploits.His dreams are finally becoming reality, and Wrath feels like he's on his way to having everything he's ever dreamed of, until Alex, his childhood crush, comes home on break from college and gives him a glimpse of the one thing he's always craved more than money and power: love. Wrath begins to question himself and his decisions as he's drawn further away from the world he's created and deeper into the stable life he believes he could have with Alex. When Alex becomes pregnant, Wrath decides that being there for her and his unborn child are more important to him than power or money, but when he seeks to end his arrangement with the detective, he's taught the final lesson in his education: no bargain comes without a price.
Still Disrespectful, Part 2
Tynessa - 2015
With Gambino fighting for his life, Teyana finds herself sucked back into the web of abuse she suffered at the hands of her ex- fiancé, Tyriq. She knows she doesn’t need to be with him but will she grow a backbone and leave before its too late or will she pay the ultimate price for staying with him? Sevyn and Zywon have what seems like the perfect life from the outside looking in. At least that’s how everyone around them believes. When one of them does something to jeopardize their marriage, will it ultimately destroy their marriage or will it bring them closer together and strengthen their bond? Take the final ride of disrespect at best, as these couples stand through the ultimate tests of times.
The Diary of a Side Chick 2 (Side Chick Diaries)
Tamicka Higgins - 2015
Still reeling from the discovery that she's pregnant with Tron's baby, Desirae wrestles with how to tell him. When he finally agrees to meet with her, she soon learns the club owner is in no way the fairytale father she'd dreamed he might be. Desirae's illusion of the man is shattered as he attempts to convince her to get rid of their child. When Tron's ex-girlfriend confronts Desirae, their argument quickly turns violent, landing the two behind bars. Forced to spend time with one another in jail, they get to talking, discovering together just how manipulative and shady the man they share really is. The former enemies shape an alliance, vowing that Tron will soon pay for his infidelities. Will Desirae find the courage to not only stand up to Tron, but to become more for her unborn child than just some man's side chick?
The Plug & The Privileged: The Story of Reign Baylee Jones (RahMeek and Bella)
Mercy B. - 2017
With the pleasantries of her mother's beauty staining her frame and a vicious demeanor inherited by her father, Reign's journey into adulthood is one worth mentioning. Having the best of both worlds, Reign is equip with life lessons from her mother and shooting lessons from her father. While both parents were focused on balancing their daughter, and protecting her from the visible forces of the world, they neglected to warn her of the intangible, most ravishing, deadly, world-shaking, earthquaking force of them all -love.
Assassins...: Episode 1 (Be Careful With Me)
Joy Deja King - 2019
She has dreams of being his wife and living happily ever after. But sometimes a man can push a woman too far. When Dino breaks Bailey's heart, it unleashes a deadly wrath. Bailey seeks the assistance of Shiffon, her down on her luck cousin who is trying to escape her own heartbreak. When these two women come together, and make a deal that's supposed to benefit them both, their lives will be forever changed. In Episode 1 of Assassins, Be Careful With Me because a heart is very fragile.
A Street Legend and His Ridah 2
Ebony Diamonds - 2017
Desire never imagined that her cousin could be so grimy, but for every action, there is a reaction, and the consequences of Ja’Mya’s actions could be deadly. Chy is happy to learn that Julisha had stayed loyal despite the issues between them, but his peace offering comes back to bite him at the worst possible time. Now, he is in danger of losing everything that he has built with Desire. Feeling that love has failed him again, will Chy try to hold on to Desire or return to what he knows? Meanwhile, Chaz is still lurking and causing trouble for Chy in any way that she can. Realizing that Desire really does have Chy’s heart, Chaz decides to take things up a notch. If Chy can’t be happy with her, she refuses to allow him to live happily ever after with anyone else.
My Saving Grace
Kyoshi - 2015
A mother who hates her, a father she never knew and trying to raise her 1 yr old sister Jezya; nothing for Xyla was easy. Determined not to become a product of her environment, Xyla does all she can to graduate with a full scholarship and leave Maryland behind her. A twisted night of events leads Xyla to Taej McCoy. Trying her hardest to fight the strong attraction between the two, it isn't long before she falls hard for him. Take this emotional ride with Xyla and Taej as their love is tested in more ways than one.
Fallin' For a Detroit Rydah 3
Londyn Lenz - 2019
Everything is going as planned right up until Mera causes problems with Tahiry. Not only is Lamont now faced with family drama, his true identity is on the verge of being exposed too. Mendesses has found everything he’s ever wanted in a woman with Collins. As the relationship moves in the right direction, her ex-boyfriend Nasir creeps in the shadows. Not only that but Nigel refuses to give up on taking Mendesses spot on the thrown. But in his final attempt to take it all his pride may be his own downfall. Karisma thought she had it all when she finally got with her long time, crush James. They both wanted the same thing so becoming a couple was only right. Unfortunately, James ends up letting the fact that he may be the child of Danielle’s baby crowd his judgment which ultimately causes friction in his relationship. His lies and wanting to have the best of both world pushes Karisma away and into Jake’s arms Lies, secrets and ulterior motives are exposed in this highly anticipated finale. So strap your seatbelts on tight as you hop in the fast lane for this final lap of Fallin’ For A Detroit Rydah.
Another Woman's Husband 2
Angel Mechelle - 2014
Yet she is unhappy. She can’t put her finger on it, but something is not right in paradise. Still haunted by Dre, who she knows is no good for her. But still….. When she moves back to Florida, the last thing on her mind is Dre Edwards and all of the drama that comes with him. But elsewhere across the country Dre has still never forgotten about her and when a chance encounter drops the opportunity right in Dre’s lap to connect with Bree, he doesn’t hesitate to go hard in his quest to see her and be her man again. Newly single and practically drama-free, Dre wants a new start…and another chance with Bree. Will Bree sabotage everything she has worked so hard for to give love with Dre one last try, or will she follow her mind and maintain her comfortable life as she maneuvers through the murky waters of life and love?