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Kissed By A Hood Prince
Bianca Marie - 2018
No mother to guide her, and a father who was always away. She has to deal with the curve balls that life has thrown her, and at times she doesn't think she's strong enough. All she has is her twin brother, Knox, by her side. When things in Kimora's life take a turn for the worse, she doesn't know which way to turn. Kimora's new found confidence comes from an unlikely source, and with her new confidence, she takes life full on. Knox Eldredge, Kimora's twin brother and protector, is a man who means what he says and says what he means. He has a no-nonsense type of attitude. He'll do anything to protect those he loves, even putting his life on the line for them. After an incident gone wrong, Knox has to man up and take full responsibility for his actions, but in the process, hurting the ones who love him the most. Then, you'll meet Prince. A complete ladies man, he has the gift of gab, and the swag of a superstar, but that may be his downfall in life. Loving the ladies isn't always a good thing. A broken heart can turn someone bitter, and Prince will find that out the hard way. Spirit Meyers, she has had a thing for Knox since she was a young girl, but she made a wrong decision that she deeply regretted. She doesn't know if Knox would ever forgive her, but she wants him to. Coming to terms with your actions is sometimes hard to do, and the past has a way of catching up to you. Prince and Knox are the definition of hood royalty. Kimora and Spirit know it feels good to be kissed, but when you're kissed by a hood prince, your life changes in so many ways. Take a ride with the foursome as they experience the changes that life throws at them while finding Love in the process.
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.
Big and Aimee 2: the finale
Charae Lewis - 2016
Knowing that her mother's death was no accident, leaves Aimee devastated and hurt. Revenge is the only thing on her mind, but when she learns that Big may be in trouble, her plans come to a halt and her love is put to the test.Big finds himself in a sticky situation when he's on the other side of the gun. He's pissed off so many people in recent weeks that it could be anybody holding him at gun point. Big tried to come up with a plan, but when things don't go as he hoped, Big soon finds himself fighting for his life.Will Aimee put her mother's killers behind bars? Will Big make it out of his situation alive? Are Big and Aimee meant to be together, or are they done for good? Follow this thrilling suspense to see if Big and Aimee will find their way back to one another.
Hard 3: Long Live the Queen (Kings Series)
Anjela Day - 2014
Watch them fight for freedom and prove through it all that they are still HARD as Nails; in a game where you go big or get dead! Only the strong will survive welcome to Detroit Go Hard or Go Home!
When A Bad Boy Wants Your Heart 2
Sephiri J - 2019
Shutting everyone out, including Bo, City is forced to come to grips with the fact that the people around him might not have his family's best interest at heart, and he doesn't know who to trust. Will he uncover the snakes around him before it's too late? Bo can't help that the trust issues she had from her past relationship are leaking over into her relationship with City. And when he disappears for days, they only begin to get worse. Still, she can't help the connection she feels with City as he stays on her mind non-stop. Ultimately, she sees that he feels the same way about her when he finally lets her in. But with a lot of negative outside influences including her ex-fiancé, her judgmental family, and women from City's past threatening their new relationship, will the two of them be able to ride and allow their love to grow? Or will they crash and burn? Sade is left stunned by Summer's allegation that Greg has been cheating and is about to be a father for the second time. But after she confronts him, she's left lost and even more confused, not knowing who to believe or what her next move should be. She is well aware that love can leave you blind, and she doesn't want to make the wrong decision. But will she be able to separate the truth from the lies? Or will she let her feelings for Greg cloud her judgment and block any possibility of love with new options right under her nose? Find out how the story unfolds in book two of When a Bad Boy Wants Your Heart.
Honey Dipp 1
Reds Johnson - 2014
Encountering one problem after another, she hasn’t been able to catch a break. A ray of light finally breaks through Honey Dipp's gloomy world when she meets super sexy GUY SANTOS. Not only does he give Honey the most breathtaking sex she's ever experienced, but he gives her his heart. Honey is in bliss! But when Honey Dipp's sordid past forges its way into the relationship, will Guy continue to love her or will he leave Honey broken and shattered like so many others have? Exactly how strong is a man's love when it's challenged by a woman's ugly secrets?
Love and Betrayal 2
CoCo J. - 2013
After Je'leese finds out that her best friend Daivon has been sleeping with the love of her life, What will she do? Will Katherine find out that her husband also slept with Daivon? Will Jasmine leave Michigan,or will she cause more havoc in Detroit?
Long As You Know Who You Belong To 2
Bri Noreen - 2015
She was saved for a reason, and that reason unknowingly lands Grey's enemies with vendettas he'll never see coming. Grey is happy with his new love and business is booming, but where there's more money, there is always more problems. Kimani's career has taken off, but behind closed doors, he's still a mess over losing Blu. When a new beauty enters his life, he thinks he's ready to move on. But is he? Or is he going to be forever stuck on a woman that he knows is never coming back? Get ready to 1-click on part 2 on tomorrow for another crazy round of drama!
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
Love From a One Night Stand
Trinity - 2015
Until one night she meets Ghost a bad boy rapper with a play boy image. A one night stand with him changes her life forever. Kevin (Ghost) Jackson is a bad boy rapper who loves the party lifestyle and dealing with different women. He never thought he would settle down, until he gets Angel pregnant and is forced to slow down. Everyone disapproves of his relationship with Angel including his mother who makes him choose. Embark on the journey with Angel and Ghost as all the odds are against them to find true love. Will they become a family? Or will they allow people to get in the way of their true happiness?
Stealing A Kingpin's Heart: A Crazy Hood Love Story
Ms. Brii - 2016
. ." I know y'all, know the tune. Sometimes love doesn't quite work like that. What happens when the attraction is so real, love hasn't occurred but you know what you want? Free and Kadeem are the perfect examples of this. It was the typical boy meets girl. Girl plays it tough but boy is attracted to it. Now they're in love after some month's, claiming nothing can come between them. When their pasts come back, will they still be claiming this or will this puppy love die just as fast as it began?"He who finds a wife, finds a good thing." Cliche, cliche, cliche...In a world full of bad things, King has found that "good thing" in Reign. She's beautiful and possesses both book and street sense, being the daughter of a deceased King pin, there's not much she's afraid of. That all changed the day she met King. He wants a relationship with her but she can't get past the drama that he brings along. That's not stopping King from pursuing her. Will she eventually cave in and let him love her, drama and all? Or will she miss out on her shot of love?Follow these four in this "Crazy Hood Love Story" oh and it does get CRAZY!
Love In The Ghetto 2
Nako - 2015
Evelyn is confused, worried and full of anxiety with her back against the wall, she’s left with no choice but to choose between family and happiness. Love in the Ghetto II, goes beneath the surface to exploit the real meaning of finding love in these cold-hearted streets. Evelyn is a gangstress, true enough, but the four letter word means more to her than she cares to admit. She refuses to give herself away all in the name of living happily ever after. In part II, questions will be answered identities just may be revealed, but the mystery still remains unsolved.
You Ridin' or What? 4: A Dade County Love Story
Diamond D. Johnson - 2019
It’s been a long, bumpy ride with these characters, and this marks the finale. We’ve witnessed heartbreak, secrets, pain, and even jealousy throughout this series. It wasn’t all bad, though, because we also get to witness new love, new relationships, happiness, and success. In this final installment of You Ridin’ or What? All questions will be answered. We’ll find out the consequences of Canard's neglect of Jerika. We’ll see what’s going to happen to Danaisha. Will Rocko and Jahquil be able to successfully walk away from the game? Find out in the finale of You Ridin’ or what.
Married to a Distinguished Thug
Shvonne Latrice - 2015
Luckily, Namiko and Kiyuki get recruited to work for one of Detroit's finest, Maximilian Davis. Although only in it for the money at first, Namiko finds herself slowly becoming involved with the boss. She and Max come from two different worlds, but are trying to see eye to eye on the subject of love; much to the dismay of many people in the city. Even the people closest to Namiko and Max, feel themselves becoming filled with jealousy, and losing sight of the initial goal. Namiko soon becomes overwhelmed by all the backlash, danger, secrets, and side chicks, that seem to be a package deal when it comes to Maximilian. Will Namiko be able to stick it out with her man? Or will their love end up being only a sweet memory? To many women that are on the outside looking in, being married to a thug of Max's caliber, equals expensive bags, shoes, and vacations. Follow Namiko Allen, and find out what it really mean's to be married to a thug.