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| Moth to a flame : [a street novel] |
| Ashley, 1985- |
| This was a pretty good book. I found myself yelling at the main character often, but it had a good lesson to it. Also, it had many similarities to The Cartel, also by Ashley, in the book. I found that upsetting, because I like authors that are original and do not need to piggy-back off of their recent books, just to have another best seller. However, I would recommend this book. |
| Adult Fiction ASHLEY |
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| The Cartel 2 |
| Ashley, 1985- |
| This book upset me to the point of throwing it across the room! I was so angry with the whole book. Not only was it depressing and unbelievable the whole way through, but it wasn't even real! The events in the book didn't even happen. This book was completely pointless and I feel the authors just wrote it to make money, because they didn't even need to add this into the series. It was horrible, but the first one was surprisingly good, with the exception that all the characters were half way mental and all stupid. If you do choose to read The Cartel, read the first one, skip the second one and just go on to the third, when it ever comes out!
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| Adult Fiction ASHLEY |
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| The prada plan |
| Ashley, 1985- |
| I have to admit. At first I had my doubts about this book and contemplated putting down at the beginning, but with a little more encouragement from my friend, I continued. Turns out, I enjoyed myself during this novel and can't wait for the sequel to come out. |
| Adult Fiction ASHLEY |
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| Sheisty |
| Baker, T. N. |
| Adult Fiction BAKER |
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| Live and learn |
| Bryant, Niobia. |
| I must say, this is one of the best books I've read since my all time favorite, "Shame on It All". I couldn't put the book down. It was suspenseful, funny, tear-jerking and entertaining. I would recommend to anybody and everybody and I'm going out to buy it tomorrow. |
| Adult Fiction BRYANT |
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| You got to pay to play |
| Camm, Meisha. |
| I actually didn't enjoy this book, and it takes a lot for me to say that a book is no good, because I am usually open-minded about my reading. I thought the writing was very beginner like, and didn't take to my liking well. Although people have different opinions about books, I personally thought it was a waste of time. No offense to the author, because I am sure there were other good ones, but I didn't bother wasting my time finishing it. A first for me. If you wish to read it, I encourage you, but I do not recommend. |
| Adult Fiction CAMM |
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| Every thug needs a lady |
| Clark, Wahida. |
| It's nice to just read about love, love, love sometimes. This book was a joy and I can admit that I am dreading bringing it back to the library. I still wish I had time to read it over again, because when I did I was smiling the whole time. The character of the men in this book are sort of similar and is hard to see the difference in personality between two of the male characters, but was overseen by the great way of writing. I enjoy and recommend for people looking for a complete romance novel. |
| Adult Fiction CLARK |
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| Thug lovin' |
| Clark, Wahida. |
| I honestly don't know how to rate this book. It was VERY good, and I told myself that I wasn't going to read it but I ended up doing it anyways. Even though the book was good, I wanted to cry at least four times throughout the story, and it left me in a bad place when I finished it. I am very disappointed with some of the characters and wish that there was an alternative ending, but this book really showed me that there aren't always happy endings. Tasha and Trae's relationship happened to be my favorite, and Wahida sure ruined it. I still feel like crying, and I just had to right this review to let you guys know to brace yourselves before reading it. When I wrote my review for Thug Matrimony, I still stand by my warning. If you were satisfied with that happy ending, do NOT read this book!!! Can't wait until the one after this comes out, and I hope it does soon. |
| Adult Fiction CLARK |
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| Thug matrimony |
| Clark, Wahida. |
| I never seen myself falling in love with Kay and Red's relationship, but I did. In this book, Wahida really has their relationship upstage Tasha and Trae's. I am a little reluctant about reading Thug Lovin', because I don't want to be disappointed. If you want to end with the romance and happiness, I recommend doing it with this one. I am dreading reading the fourth book (Thug Lovin'), in fear that it will be horrible. However, I highly recommend this book. It's really good and the story line is smart. |
| Adult Fiction CLARK |
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| Chances |
| Covington, Michael |
| Adult Fiction COVINGT |
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| Chasing destiny |
| Dickey, Eric Jerome. |
| This was a really great book! It's so hard to describe, because there are no words to describe how great this book was. Loved it! |
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| The other woman |
| Dickey, Eric Jerome. |
| Great book. Jerone Dickey is now one of my new favorite authors. |
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| Chyna Black : a novel |
| Ervin, Keisha. |
| I LOVE this book!!! It was really good. I honestly didn't expect it to be that good, but I was wrong. The author was very good at portraying the characters personalities and making them fit into the story. I am going to buy this book! I could not put it down at all and was a bit sad when it ended, because I wanted to go on a lot more. I recommend this book highly! |
| Adult Fiction ERVIN |
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| Hold U down |
| Ervin, Keisha. |
| This book.... I don't even know what to say. I guess if I hadn't read the Thug series by Wahida Clark, I would of liked this. The beginning of this book is JUST like "Every Thug Needs A Lady"! That really disappointed me, and on top of that, the author used lyrics to one of my favorite songs in this book to describe one of the characters thoughts!!! So that really just made it even worse. But other than Keisha Ervin stealing somebody else's material, twice, it is a really good book! I would recommend to anybody looking for something interesting with love, drama and suspense. Good Read!
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| Crave |
| Ford, Darnella. |
| Adult Fiction FORD |
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| Snow White: a survival story |
| J., Anna. |
| I didn't really like this book. It didn't have a real plot and it was just sad and evil throughout the whole thing. I'm kind of sorry that I read it. The writing skills were excellent, though. Finally, somebody who is articulate and actually paid attention to errors and what they were reading. But that still does not cover up how bad the story was. |
| Adult Fiction J |
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| Hoodlum |
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| If you are looking for something edgy and entertaining and are into K'WAN's books, then you'll love this one. I couldn't stop reading it. This book will have you on the edge of your seat the whole time, being surprised by every chapter. K'WAN was very smart in this book and did a great job. I recommend for readers into larceny and that type of stuff. K'WAN doesn't go that deep into romance in this book. |
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| Still hood |
| K'wan. |
| Hands down, K'Wan is my favorite author of all times. He is so advanced in his writing and has a unique way of doing what he does. I loved this book and the one before it. The whole Hood Rat series (Hood Rat & Section 8: A Hood Rat Novel) had my head deep in the pages for ever. I love his skilled ways and creative mind. His writing personality comes off as being really real and he has no problem dishing you the opposite of a fairy tale. I highly recommend K'Wan in any of his books. I plan on reading all of them, and am almost there. ;) |
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| Whore |
| Lynch, Tanika |
| Adult Fiction LYNCH |
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| Good girl gone bad |
| Majette, Danette |
| This was a messed up book! I mean it was good to a certain extent, but for the most part, it was messed up. So the whole story shows how messed up these girls lives are and they decide to do something to make enough money to solve their problems. Let's just say, the stupidest one ends up the only one with a good life. I would recommend it only if there is nothing else in the book pile. |
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| Good money |
| Matthews, Kimberly T. |
| Adult Fiction MATTHEW |
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| Hood rats |
| McNair, E. R. |
| Was an okay book, but it wasn't too great. It kept me occupied and a bit entertained while I was reading. The ending was very disappointing but good at the same time. I only recommend if you are bored and it's your last choice. |
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| Playthang |
| Morris, Janine A. |
| Oh, goodness! I don't recommend this book AT ALL!!! It was so boring, I didn't even finish it. It was like we were taking a journey through her everyday planner. It wasn't exciting at all, and the cover or title pump the book up to seem more than what it is. Do not recommend! |
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| Skin game |
| Ross, Lawrence C. |
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| Dead broke |
| Russell, Trista. |
| Amazing sequel to Going Broke. I enjoyed it and thought of it as a really sweet love story. Some parts got me really nervous and upset, but what good book doesn't? I recommend, but only after reading Going Broke. |
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| Going broke |
| Russell, Trista. |
| One of the best romance novels I have read, period. I would read it all over again if I didn't have twenty other books waiting to be busted open and enjoyed. I highly recommend this to anyone looking for something worth while. It really makes you think and appreciate the relationship you have. There is a sequel to it, "Dead Broke", and I can't wait to read it. I am waiting in anticipation and am growing tired of waiting already and it's only been a day. Please take my advice and read this witty and smart novel by a very creative writer. |
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| The coldest winter ever |
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| One of the first urban novels that I picked up, and still holds it's title as one of the best. Everyday I see a young African-American female from my school reading it and raving about it. I enjoyed it and thought it taught me a lot of urban reading. I recommend it to anybody who hasn't read it, even though I doubt there is anybody out there who haven't read this great book already. |
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| Dirty Red : a novel |
| Stringer, Vickie M. |
| I say I would probably have to give this book a C. It was very fast paced, but not in a good way. The main character made me angry and I was actually rooting for the bad guy towards the ending. The sequel is no much better and actually worse. I think there should be another one after Still Dirty, but I will not read it. I have had enough of Red and her stupidity. Do not recommend. |
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| You wrong for that |
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| All I can say for this book is that it was absolutely entertaining and kept me up from twelve o'clock to five o'clock in the morning reading. I can honestly say that women can relate to this book in some way and helped me a lot to see my self worth when it comes to relationships. I recommend this novel to a scorned woman who was played by a man in many different levels. Although I don't think any woman has gone through the drama that the main character has, it's still worth reading. |
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| Forever a hustler's wife : a novel |
| Turner, Nikki. |
| This book is stupid and so is the first one. I personally do not like Nikki Turner as a writer AT ALL. She did good with 'Riding Dirty on I-95', but that's about it. |
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| Riding dirty on I-95 : a novel |
| Turner, Nikki. |
| I really enjoyed this book. It entertained me and had a good ending. The message in the book was apparent and enjoying. I highly recommend this book, and am glad that I purchased it. |
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| One crazy night |
| Urban Griot, 1969- |
| It's so refreshing to read a book outside constant sexual content and drug dealing situations. Don't get me wrong, I love my drama and love scenes but it felt good reading this book. One Crazy Night took me out of my comfort zone and put me through a mind twisting thinking process while reading it. It really opened my eyes to racial conflict and cults. I was surprised by the plot and thought it was well thought out. The author behind this one is a genius and will not be forgotten when I'm telling my friends about a book out of the ordinary. |
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| Shame on it all |
| Zane. |
| The first and only book that had me in tears at the ending. To anybody who is looking for a brilliant read and something almost serious, then this is for them. I recommended it to my friend, and we both agreed that there aren't many books that compare to this one. Shame on It All has been one of my favorites and in my library for a long time and I stick by it. Zane really outdid herself in this one. |
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On Feb 5, 2012 at 8:01,
Adrienne wrote:
It was because of your recommendation that I read Shame On It All by Zane. I must say, I could not put the book down!!! That book is definitely in my top 5. Your site is awesome and I told all my friends about it... I use your website to determine what's at must read!! Great job! I have not been disappointed!
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On Oct 23, 2012 at 11:24,
Lana wrote:
You should read a book called Lies Unleashed. It just came out and it's a really good book. I think you'll like it.
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On Oct 24, 2012 at 9:36,
Karis wrote:
Thanks, Lana! Do you know who the author is?
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On Dec 3, 2012 at 2:43,
John wrote:
Just wondering if you have read a book about a young girl going through a hard time and then finding a drug lord named Zion? I cant rememer the name of the book, looking for it everywhere..
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On Dec 7, 2012 at 11:41,
taylor wrote:
im going to try all the books you said were good thatnks
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On Dec 7, 2012 at 11:09,
taylor wrote:
im going to try all the books you said were good thanks
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On Dec 18, 2012 at 3:39,
jelly wrote:
Im gonna take your advice and check out some of the books that u said were hot because I agree on the comments you left about the books I have read. I have read most of the books you mentioned, True to the Game was the 1st I read, B Moore Careful was the 2nd and by far one of my favorites, & I think the Coldest Winter Ever was the 3rd ( and the best by the way). Addicted by Zane was 1 of my fav's & Nervous by Zane. But that was then back when I was in high school, now I read a lot of A&J ( Ashely & Jaqauvis) & Noire. By the way have you read Murderville 1 & 2 by A&J, they are VERY good reads.
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On Dec 18, 2012 at 8:09,
Kariluv wrote:
John, I remember reading a book like that, however I can't remember the title either! I wanna say Harlem on Lock, but that doesn't have a character by the name Zion in it. Try that and see if it's the right one. Sorry I couldn't be of much help and good luck!
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On Jan 6, 2013 at 8:07,
gats wrote:
Pretty good list but you should check out the dying ground by nichelle tramble don't sleep.
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On Mar 25, 2013 at 11:44,
Trust me wrote:
I have read just about all of those books and agree with a lot of the reviews, however The coldest winter ever is my all time best book to read. I would like to also recommend another book out there, Tears of Rage:within me by a unknown author. It kept my attention throughout the whole book and was a good read.
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On Apr 18, 2013 at 9:05,
Ta wrote:
I've read some of these and totally agree with you. one series i got hooked on and am now behind in reading is the mike black saga by Roy Glenn. I was in love from the beginning although one or two will throw you.
definitely a good read if you haven't read it.
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This is a list of books that I have read since I have gotten into Urban reading.
