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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?
Patron on Ice 2: The First Wedding of the Trap
David Weaver - 2017
A love for each other that defies the attractions and the perils of the streets. With Jose as the plug, the couple is poised to take over the streets of Atlanta with their cheap prices. For a group of people who didn't choose the dope game, how far could they go in it before unfavorable situations arise and press their backs against the wall? Lil Albert is determined to stay away from under Jiip's shadow, and Jiip is determined to be the most feared hustler in the history of Atlanta. Reecy Pooh will always be Reecy Pooh, and Rhondo can't seem to escape his streak of bad luck. Crews collide and decisions have to be made at a rapid pace in this thrilling sequel to "Patron on Ice."
Torn Between The Plug And A Savage 2
Karma Monae - 2018
After Cane's revelation on the depths of her husband's betrayal, she finds her self battling how to handle the truth without allowing it to fully break her. With Hoodsta by her side, Cane knows she can do almost anything, but how does that work when she's pregnant with his child, and still running one of the most lucrative Crip organizations in New Jersey? While Hoodsta’s ready to retire the game completely, Cane’s just getting started. Can Hoodsta stand to the left of his woman, or, does her unending love for the streets ultimately tear them apart ? Awakening in the hospital, after a tragic crash, Sanai is forced to face her reality along with a mean backlash from Saint. The two find themselves at odds carrying out selfish tactics to get the others attention, even though all they really want, is to be together. But how is that possible when Gerald is still lingering in her past and Mecia just doesn't seem to go away? Not to mention, Saint's new responsibility as the GMC's Vice President. With more of Gerald's skeletons falling out the closet, Sanai soon finds herself conflicted and torn between loving the once plug , and loving a young savage. However, is Saint still willing to take on her and her baggage? Or better yet, is Sanai willing to accept all of his.... For ten long years, All Havoc wanted to do was come claim his hood back after tucking his tail and doing his time. 'Wins come with losses' is his motto, and now that he's linked back up with his girls Tru and Cane, he just knows they are about to take things to a whole different level. While everything seems to be falling in place on the streets, there's still that one thing in his life lacking... soon Havoc sees maybe the person or thing he’s been searching for, has been right in front of him. Question is, will she be ready to reciprocate the love back or is he simply infatuated with the idea of finally being in love ? Cuz and Nika are your typical hood couple, trying to stack money, take care of their son, and live life to the fullest. Unfortunately, all of Cuz’s past wrongs seem to always knock them back to square one, making it hard for Nika to fully trust him. With Jahmara constantly using little Carson as a ploy to reel Cuz back in, Nika begins to question whether or not her and Cuz are truly meant to be. Giving up would be so much easier than the unknown , but the only issue with that is neither of them are prepared to live their lives without each other.... In this hood tale, we take a closer look into the lives of the crew and the people closest to them. With Gucc looming in the background stirring up beefs, stakes slithering their way inside the circle, who can really be trusted? Not everyone can hang with the Gang, and only the real understands!
True Love Never Ends
K.B. Cole - 2017
Her mother abused and hated her. No matter what she did, it was never enough to gain her mother’s love or approval. Tyeis learned and a young age to hide and stay out of the way whenever her dad wasn’t home. But how much can one small child take? When what her mother’s been doing to her is exposed, everything in her life changes. Tyeis is sent to a foster home where things go from bad to worse causing her to shut herself off from the world. Choyce was raised in the streets. He had every plan to follow in his father’s footsteps, even though his mom hated it. Everything changed inside of him. Instead of being a happy, ambitious fourteen-year-old he becomes reckless. The only thing on his mind is revenge. He was consumed with rage that he didn’t care if he lived or died. Fearing for her son’s life and at the end of her rope, his mom sends him away. As much as he wanted to hate his mother for landing him in foster care he couldn’t. But he wasn’t going to let anything deter him from avenging his father’s death. That is until he meets his new foster sister. She never spoke to anyone but he knew she wasn’t crazy. When he looked into her eyes he saw hurt and sometimes fear. When he found out why he wanted to protect her. Every day it was eating him up inside. Should he stay and protect the quiet girl who’d stole his heart? Or should he continue on chasing down his father’s killers? When he turns sixteen he makes a choice. But it’s the hardest thing he’s ever had to do. Tyeis knows one thing, nothing good lasts for her. But when she finally gains her freedom thanks to her foster sister Trina. Life takes a turn for the better. She has a chance at living a happy life. But old demons die hard and trusting is even harder. With a boyfriend, she doesn’t love and a guy who makes her feel loved, she has her own choices to make. Tyeis has to learn that you can’t truly love someone until you love yourself. Will she be able to overcome the past and new hurts to become the women she wants to be? Take this journey with Tyeis and found out what happens when a girl who’s lost everyone who loves her fights to find her inner strength.
The One to Love My Soul
Candi B. - 2018
Different events in her life causes her to shy away from people and society. She had been hurt to many times by the people who were supposed to love and protect her. With a broken heart and trust issues she completely dismisses the thoughts of being in love. No one could possibly love someone as broken and damaged as her. Cameron “Cash” Owens decided to leave the streets of Atlanta and pass the torch to his baby brother Meek. He’s made more money than he could spend in three lifetimes. The street life wasn’t fun for him anymore and he wanted some stability in his life. He joins up with an old friend and is introduced to the corporate world. Sitting in his office his secretary walks in and he is instantly taken back by her beauty. Amaya makes it known that she is not interested in him and their relationship will only be a professional one. Amaya was smitten by Cameron the first time she laid eyes on him, but she knew she could never have a man like Cameron Owens. Forced to go on business trip with each other Amaya and Cameron both find themselves fighting feelings that are getting harder and harder to resist. The more Amaya hardens against Cameron the more he is drawn to her. Can Cameron soften Amaya’s heart? Will Amaya believe in love again or has the damage been done. Cameron is facing the biggest task of his life does he love a woman through her pain, even if it means opening wounds to his own pain or does he walk away with regrets? In this standalone you discover to love unconditionally is a difficult thing but true love is selfless and is inside of you.
Faded Off A Thug
Thai - 2016
To them, she is a model daughter, excelling in school and on the fast track to the medical degree that they envision for her. However, attending college in Miami, miles away from her overbearing parents in New York allows her to discover her true self. Unwilling to disappoint her family, she lives a double life. But when the handsome and charismatic Kyler enters the picture, things quickly go from complicated to nearly impossible. She tries her hardest to resist this thug, but it’s something about him that she just can’t stay away from. Their instant connection is so strong that it has her feeling things that she’s never felt before. What will happen in this tale of secrets, lust, and love? They say opposites attract, but will it prove to be a beautiful or bad thing?
Hush 2
Shameek Speight - 2019
After earning her degree in Psychology, Bernie’s life purpose was to help women suffering with depression as best she could, while being a mother to her niece Simone; the child her sister Bianca left behind. When a rash of murder/suicides of mothers and their children began, and with little to no assistance from the police, Bernie begin to dig deeper into the strange occurrences. Finding a common factor amongst the victims, which she also shares, the possibility of sharing the same fate as her sister and other women consumes her as she races against the clock to save herself and the life of young Simone.
A Boss Finessed My Heart
A.J. Write - 2018
She knew she had it all until life hit her right in the gut. Two of the most important people in her life betrayed her in the worst way. Getting rid of them is easy but picking up the pieces may be the hard part. Her guard is now all the way up. A vacation is exactly what she needs. A trip to a tropical island with a whole new itinerary changes her whole attitude on life. Jin is a boss who’s all about his money and his daughter. A chance encounter with a beauty leads to something he didn’t even know he wanted. He finds himself doing things he’s never done before but isn’t mad about it at all. He finds himself on an island during one of the most important times of the year for people trying to show and have a good time to somebody he knew didn’t really deserve it. With new relationships comes old flames. Somebody isn’t happy about this unforeseen union. Will Keya give something new a chance, or will she stick to her old ways? Will Jin be able to withstand the heat coming from dealing with something he’s never dealt with before? Or will they all end up being miserable? Read this story on lies, betrayal and new love. See how a boss finesses his way into one’s heart.
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!
Promises from A Street King (Book two of the moore family)
Nikqua - 2017
Amara Flowers thought she had her knight and shining armor when she met Jaxon four years ago. The handsome chocolate man stirs something up within her. One faithless night, Jaxon made the biggest mistake of his life. He cheated on Amara and now she's gone out of his life. With two kids to think about and a broken heart, Jaxon about to do whatever it takes to get back his girl. No matter what it takes. He made a promise before and he will fulfill it. When it's all said and done Jaxon has promises to fulfilled. Follow Jaxon on his journey, Promises From A Street King.
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.
What It's Like To Love A Heartless Savage
Iisha Monet - 2017
An intense feeling of deep affection. A four letter word that holds so much meaning. A word that we all crave. So what happens when two sisters embark on different journeys trying to find their own happiness? Shiloh and Sachua are two sisters just trying to find their way through this crazy thing called life. Both beautiful and intelligent lacking the one thing EVERY woman wants. Love. To feel wanted. To be adored. Shiloh Williamson is a 24 year old Human Resource manager for a local private doctor office. Living a simple yet quiet life, some would consider her boring. Poised and very reserved she meets Landon, self proclaimed ladies man and the local dope boy when she’s invited out for drinks thanks to her best friend Kirby. Instantly sparks fly when the two initially meet but is her good girl image strong enough to make him change ways? Sachua Williamson has an on and off again complicated relationship with her daughter's father Joey but when he starts dating someone close to her things take a change for the worst. Not wanting to be a single mother she’s torn between the battle with her mind and heart. Should she stay and deal with the pain and agony he continually cause or walk away while she has a chance. Completely capable of holding her own, what happens when big sister Shiloh steps in making a permanent decision that will change their lives forever? Loyalty would be questioned. Lines will be crossed. Relationships will be tested but will love conquer all?
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?
Love and Betrayal 3
CoCo J. - 2013
With lil Chris and Jiovanna missing what will Giovanni, Je'leese, Katherine, and Chritopher do to get their children back? Danielle, Jasmine, and Mike are trying to make sure those two couples see another happy day. How far will they go trying to make sure of it?