Qiana's bookshelf: all en-US Tue, 11 Mar 2025 12:37:31 -0700 60 Qiana's bookshelf: all 144 41 /images/layout/goodreads_logo_144.jpg <![CDATA[Love After Midnight: A Novel (The Winter Santiaga Series Book 3)]]> 207595834 Sister Souljah returns to her beloved character Winter Santiaga in the captivating and heart-pounding sequel to instant #1 New York Times bestseller Life After Death. After suffering a horrifying, yet soul stirring death experience, worldwide top bitch Winter Santiaga, of The Coldest Winter Ever, is alive and facing a dilemma that every living person how to respond to the Fear of God, awareness of heaven and hell, while pursuing and satisfying deep desires for sex, fun, love, money, revenge, and fame. In her new novel, Love After Midnight, Sister Souljah delivers a powerful hip-hop hood style, global romantic comedy.]]> 429 Sister Souljah 198218065X Qiana 0 currently-reading 3.42 2024 Love After Midnight: A Novel (The Winter Santiaga Series Book 3)
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]]> Unlucky You 223659334
Losing his freedom is nothing in comparison to the devastation he feels knowing that his son will never get to know the woman who loved him more than she loved herself.

Saniya Montgomery learned at an early age what it means to be loved, but instead of setting the bar high, she chases the thrill of those who aren’t worthy.

Grand Sinclair is just another thrill on the long list of bad decisions. He warns Saniya to stay away but she’s stubborn and determined. The minute his walls come down, Saniya realizes that the tortured fighter with eyes that crush your soul is nothing she expects but everything she wants.]]> 314 K.C. Mills 1963451503 Qiana 0 currently-reading 4.51 Unlucky You
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]]> Iron Flame (The Empyrean, #2) 150260809
Everyone expected Violet Sorrengail to die during her first year at Basgiath War College—Violet included. But Threshing was only the first impossible test meant to weed out the weak-willed, the unworthy, and the unlucky.

Now the real training begins, and Violet’s already wondering how she’ll get through. It’s not just that it’s grueling and maliciously brutal, or even that it’s designed to stretch the riders� capacity for pain beyond endurance. It’s the new vice commandant, who’s made it his personal mission to teach Violet exactly how powerless she is–unless she betrays the man she loves.

Although Violet’s body might be weaker and frailer than everyone else’s, she still has her wits—and a will of iron. And leadership is forgetting the most important lesson Basgiath has taught her: Dragon riders make their own rules.

But a determination to survive won’t be enough this year.

Because Violet knows the real secret hidden for centuries at Basgiath War College—and nothing, not even dragon fire, may be enough to save them in the end.]]> 886 Rebecca Yarros Qiana 0 4.56 2023 Iron Flame (The Empyrean, #2)
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]]> <![CDATA[Losin Control: Half on a baby or two]]> 228091245 Babies, chaos and mayhem. Marley and Czar are back and this time around, the couple is ready to tackle parenthood!

They have everything planned out, but as always, things don't always go as planned when jealousy is lurking in the shadows.




]]> 135 Ladii Nesha Qiana 0 4.72 Losin Control: Half on a baby or two
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]]> <![CDATA[Fourth Wing (The Empyrean, #1)]]> 63219094 Enter the brutal and elite world of a war college for dragon riders from #1 New York Times bestselling author Rebecca Yarros.

Twenty-year-old Violet Sorrengail was supposed to enter the Scribe Quadrant, living a quiet life among books and history. Now, the commanding general—also known as her tough-as-talons mother—has ordered Violet to join the hundreds of candidates striving to become the elite of Navarre: dragon riders.

But when you’re smaller than everyone else and your body is brittle, death is only a heartbeat away...because dragons don’t bond to “fragile� humans. They incinerate them.

With fewer dragons willing to bond than cadets, most would kill Violet to better their own chances of success. The rest would kill her just for being her mother’s daughter—like Xaden Riorson, the most powerful and ruthless wingleader in the Riders Quadrant.

She’ll need every edge her wits can give her just to see the next sunrise.

Yet, with every day that passes, the war outside grows more deadly, the kingdom's protective wards are failing, and the death toll continues to rise. Even worse, Violet begins to suspect leadership is hiding a terrible secret.

Friends, enemies, lovers. Everyone at Basgiath War College has an agenda—because once you enter, there are only two ways out: graduate or die.]]> 665 Rebecca Yarros Qiana 0 4.74 2023 Fourth Wing (The Empyrean, #1)
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]]> <![CDATA[Rhoni & Dreaux 2 (This ain't love Book 11)]]> 210001636
Fresh off a four year bid, Dreaux has a new perspective on life. A lavish future is the focus, but one thing from his past still lingers. He has to finish what he started and that means Rhoni has just become Dreaux’s priority.



Time and Place!

*This is a follow up to Rhoni & Dreaux’s one night stand. Short and sweet but they finally get their HEA*]]> 54 K.C. Mills Qiana 0 4.65 Rhoni & Dreaux 2 (This ain't love Book 11)
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]]> <![CDATA[Cuffed By A Boss For Valentine's]]> 60297904 Valentine’s Day , Camille officially cuts him off and vows to never invest anymore feelings into another man. Moving forward, it’ll be just about sex and nothing more. But, when Camille meets Jahad, she’s torn between ghosting him and giving into her feelings.

Money, power, and respect comes easy for retired kingpin, Jahad “Jizz� Bellamy. After hustling and grinding for years, he’s now a father and businessman with multiples establishments under his control. Jahad’s a true boss and his player days are over with. He’s ready to spoil and settle down with the right woman and that just so happens to be Camille. Jahad wants to give her the world but he’ll start with cuffing her for Valentine’s Day regardless of the obstacles in his way.]]> 87 Thee Tasha Marie Qiana 0 4.45 Cuffed By A Boss For Valentine's
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]]> For the Night (Sun) 216419184
Anthony “Nuney� Nunez is young. He’s unpolished, unpredictable, and according to his daughter’s kindergarten teacher—a lousy parent. In fact, the two can’t see eye to eye on anything except the strange attraction they have for each other every time their paths cross.

After Anthony and Venus find themselves on a wild date that shouldn’t have been, they become embroiled in a torrid affair that threatens her healing journey, exposes the secrets in his sketchy life, and makes her question if she’s really done with love after all.

Content This is a slow burn adult contemporary romance that contains mature themes and subjects that may be disturbing to some readers.]]> 523 Rae Lyse Qiana 5 4.71 For the Night (Sun)
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]]> Out with the Old 226254992
When she decides to attend a New Year's Eve party in Coconut Bay, she unexpectedly crosses paths with Ryder Johnson, a familiar face who has secretly cared for her all along.]]> 40 Sedona Rose Qiana 0 4.50 Out with the Old
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]]> <![CDATA[Church Girl: An Erotic Novella]]> 223992158
When the enigmatic stranger walks into her life, he brings danger, desire, and a taste of freedom she’s never dared to crave. Cane is everything she shouldn’t want--rough, reckless, and willing to break every rule to have her.

But Cane didn’t come to town by accident, and as Laila falls deeper into his orbit, the secret he’s keeping could destroy her world.]]> 90 Shae Sanders Qiana 0 currently-reading 4.15 Church Girl: An Erotic Novella
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]]> Pretty Girls Don't Cry 215364984 Famous YouTuber Mizuri finds herself secretly struggling to recover after being ditched at the altar. Now a shell of the vibrant woman she once was, her existence revolves around maintaining a facade of strength with her hit series, Pretty Girls Don’t Cry, and whipping up fake Get-Ready-With-Me videos.

Approaching what would’ve been her one-year wedding anniversary, she makes the decision to embark on a solo trip to The Sunshine State. However, upon arrival, Mizuri quickly realizes that her quest for sunshine and solitude may be in vain, thanks to an unexpected hurricane. But could this stormy surprise be the twist she needs for a new beginning?]]> 147 De' Andrea Qiana 0 4.42 Pretty Girls Don't Cry
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]]> <![CDATA[On The Block (Glitter Trilogy Book 1)]]> 217937556 14 Millie Belizaire Qiana 0 3.88 On The Block (Glitter Trilogy Book 1)
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]]> Losin Control 214388231

Marley is walking through life barely existing. Her soul is shattered by tragedy leaving her with a heavy heart and broken spirit. She’s content with fading into the shadows and it works for her until she collides into him.

Czar is a walking red flag. Marley is emotionally unavailable. Together they are destined for emotional turmoil and just when they have it all figured out, the duo learns that the past has a sneaky way of preying on the future.]]> 617 Ladii Nesha Qiana 0 4.74 Losin Control
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]]> Here One Moment 208516656 If you knew your future, would you try to fight fate?

Aside from a delay, there will be no problems. The flight will be smooth, it will land safely. Everyone who gets on the plane will get off. But almost all of them will be forever changed.

Because on this ordinary, short, domestic flight, something extraordinary happens. People learn how and when they are going to die. For some, their death is far in the future—age 103!—and they laugh. But for six passengers, their predicted deaths are not far away at all.

How do they know this? There were ostensibly more interesting people on the flight (the bride and groom, the jittery, possibly famous woman, the giant Hemsworth-esque guy who looks like an off-duty superhero, the frazzled, gorgeous flight attendant) but none would become as famous as “The Death Lady.�

Not a single passenger or crew member will later recall noticing her board the plane. She wasn’t exceptionally old or young, rude or polite. She wasn’t drunk or nervous or pregnant. Her appearance and demeanor were unremarkable. But what she did on that flight was truly remarkable.

A few months later, one passenger dies exactly as she predicted. Then two more passengers die, again, as she said they would. Soon no one is thinking this is simply an entertaining story at a cocktail party.

If you were told you only had a certain amount of time left to live, would you do things differently? Would you try to dodge your destiny?

Liane Moriarty’s Here One Moment is a brilliantly constructed tale that looks at free will and destiny, grief and love, and the endless struggle to maintain certainty and control in an uncertain world. A modern-day Jane Austen who humorously skewers social mores while spinning a web of mystery, Moriarty asks profound questions in her newest I-can’t-wait-to-find-out-what-happens novel.]]> 512 Liane Moriarty 0593798600 Qiana 0 3.98 2024 Here One Moment
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]]> <![CDATA[Wrath of the Triple Goddess (Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The Senior Year Adventures, #2)]]> 199190261
Percy, Annabeth, and Grover settle into Hecate’s seemingly endless mansion and start getting acquainted with the fussy, terrifying animals. The trio has been warned not to touch anything, but while Percy and Annabeth are out at school, Grover can’t resist drinking a strawberry-flavored potion in the laboratory. It turns him into a giant frenzied goat, and after he rampages through the house, damaging everything in sight, and passes out, Hecuba and Gale escape. Now the friends have to find Hecate’s pets and somehow restore the house, all before Hecate gets back on Saturday. It’s going to take luck, demigod wiles, and some old and new friends to hunt down the animals and set things right again.]]> 322 Rick Riordan 1368112382 Qiana 0 4.14 2024 Wrath of the Triple Goddess (Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The Senior Year Adventures, #2)
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]]> The Dopefiend 19280478 157 JaQuavis Coleman 1622861205 Qiana 5 4.68 2010 The Dopefiend
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]]> The Dopeman's Wife 18072979 300 JaQuavis Coleman 1622861280 Qiana 5 4.46 2009 The Dopeman's Wife
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]]> <![CDATA[Parachutes: Book Two: The Glide]]> 215529114 “Takerra Allen is a meteoric explosion in the literary arts. Her pen game is beyond reproach, no apologies needed, required, or expected. Parachutes� her latest and another ‘greatest’�!� � Tamela L. Winfrey, reviewer

Tahli and Vin fell in love one summer and their story began.
Through personal growth, love guided them. Watered by kisses, battered by storms, petals died off and grew again. Bent, twisted, and strengthened through adversities as love often faces…as one, they flourished.
The flower turns to a garden, the garden grows a tree.
But what happens when rot sneaks into the roots? When mistakes of your past threaten your future?
Taking the fall in Book One left us suspended in air in three intervals of time.
Let’s join them in their parachute and see how far love can carry us. This go, let’s see if we survive the glide.
Book Two is the second part of a three-book series.]]> 445 Takerra Allen Qiana 5 4.80 Parachutes: Book Two: The Glide
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]]> Claiming Her Broken Heart 219153888
Nishan Haynes had always been a man who made things happen, no matter the situation. However, his life took a turn right before his eyes when he came in contact with Jessie-Dinise’s punches.

It wasn’t an accident when JD and Nishan met. You can’t call it fate either. Their love blossomed into something like a flower that keeps blooming. What happens when a misunderstanding causes one to flee? Will their love continue to last, or will they call it quits?]]> 232 Nikqua Qiana 0 4.39 Claiming Her Broken Heart
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]]> Not Afraid to Love Again 218719042
After a devastating heartbreak, Janae moves to Sweetwater Hills. With a fresh start, her only concern is the upkeep of her boutique. Things are staying the course until she finds herself swooning over the town’s mayor.

Their spontaneous love adventure hits it off, but not everyone is happy about this union. When a misunderstanding threatens their newfound happiness, will their feelings for each other be enough, or will they call it quits?

*Please note this book was previously titled, Wherever Love Finds Me*]]> 158 Monae Nicole Qiana 0 4.38 Not Afraid to Love Again
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]]> <![CDATA[Passion for the Heist (Desperados, 1)]]> 195790636
Parish “Pain� Wells is a man freshly reintroduced to society, after serving time in state prison. Prior to his fall, Pain had been a heist man who showed the promise of someone who could go on to be a legend. His trajectory changed on the night he had made the mistake of accepting a ride from a friend, and found himself behind bars for the one crime he hadn’t committed. Several years later, Pain returns home to a world that wouldn’t piss on him if he was on fire. The only one who still remains in his corner is his ailing grandmother. It’s for her sake that Pain tries to stay on the straight and narrow. He’s tired of breaking her heart and vows to be a good grandson, but when her medical bills start mounting he finds himself backed into a corner. He needs money, fast, and there’s only one way he knows how to get it.

Since her parents died and Passion Adams found herself a ward of her estranged uncle, a gangster who everyone calls Uncle Joe, her life has been on a constant downward spiral. She moves like a ghost from one day to the next, numbing her pain with drugs and alcohol, while seeking thrills in unsavory places. One morning Passion finds herself the victim of a robbery and the thieves snatch from her the only thing of value that she has left in the world, a locket containing the ashes of her deceased parents. Passion is devastated, fearing she would never see the locket again until it shows up later in the hands of a handsome stranger, who brings something into Passion’s life that has eluded her since the death of her parents� hope.

The two broken souls find themselves inescapably drawn into each other’s orbits, and begin their journey of finding lives outside the ones of poverty and sorrow that their worlds had condemned them to. But when shadows from both their pasts threaten their happiness, Passion and Pain set out on an adventure that would make them hunted by law enforcement and celebrated by the underworld. What initially starts out as a mission of vindication quickly turns into a fight for survival.


"K'wan delivered another classic." -Mark Anthony, Essence bestselling author of Paper Chasers

"Make way for the Donald Goines/Iceberg Slim of our era." -Tracy Brown, author of Black, Dime Piece and Criminal Minded

“Wait until you read this! K'wan is raising the stakes." - Kashamba Williams, author of Blinded and Grimey]]> 336 K'wan 1250834899 Qiana 5 IN THIS BOOK WE HAVE TWO PARALLEL STORIES THAT COME CRASHING TOGETHER BEFORE THE CONCLUSION. It was interesting to see how the stories were weaved together. There’s a wide array of characters including pimps, whores, cons, ex-con’s, thieves, cops and so many more. If you’ve ever read a K’wan book you know exactly how he rolls. There’s also appearances from his past bodies of work. Reading this book was almost like watching a TV series based in New York. I loved it! I absolutely can’t wait to see what happens next.

Click to see full review: ]]> 4.13 Passion for the Heist (Desperados, 1)
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THE KING OF STREET LIT IS BACK!
IN THIS BOOK WE HAVE TWO PARALLEL STORIES THAT COME CRASHING TOGETHER BEFORE THE CONCLUSION. It was interesting to see how the stories were weaved together. There’s a wide array of characters including pimps, whores, cons, ex-con’s, thieves, cops and so many more. If you’ve ever read a K’wan book you know exactly how he rolls. There’s also appearances from his past bodies of work. Reading this book was almost like watching a TV series based in New York. I loved it! I absolutely can’t wait to see what happens next.

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]]> <![CDATA[The Resolution of Callie & Kayden (The Coincidence, #2)]]> 18166143
The dark secret Kayden has kept hidden for years is finally out. Worse, he's facing charges for battery. The only way to clear his name is for Callie to speak up-something he'll never ask her to do. Instead, he'll do whatever he must to protect her . . . even if it means letting go of the only girl he's ever loved.

Callie knows Kayden is going back to his dark place and desperately wants to save him. But that means facing her greatest fear and admitting her own painful secrets aloud. The thought of breaking her silence terrifies her-but not as much as the thought of losing Kayden forever.

Deep in her heart, Callie knows the time has come for her and Kayden to forget the pain of the past. With the help of her friends Seth and Luke she makes a plan to show Kayden the life they could have. But can she convince him they can make a fresh start together-or is she already too late?]]> 300 Jessica Sorensen Qiana 0 4.11 2013 The Resolution of Callie & Kayden (The Coincidence, #2)
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]]> <![CDATA[No More Mr. Nice Guy: A Family Business Novel]]> 25488921
Niles has just returned from eight years of serving his country as a Special Forces sniper. He’s looking forward to a consulting job with Dynamic Defense and spending time with his family, including his bi-polar mother, Lorna, and his hard-drinking uncle, Willie. What Niles doesn’t know is that Dynamic Defense is actually a CIA front. He’s not interested in joining them, but they won’t take no for an answer.

Bridget St. John is one of the most beautiful women Niles has ever met, and she is also the most deadly. It is her job to recruit Niles to the Dynamic Defense team by any means necessary. When Niles is arrested for a murder he does not commit, Bridget makes him an offer he can’t refuse: working for Dynamic Defense in exchange for his freedom.

With Niles on board, Bridget begins to train him in ways he never imagined. Sometimes, however, the student becomes the teacher. Before she realizes what’s happening, Bridget falls in love. When circumstances in his personal life collide with his work, Niles is forced to use his military skills to protect those closest to him.

Fans are sure to appreciate this action-packed thriller that delivers love, drama, and suspense with Weber’s trademark flair for unexpected twists and turns.]]> 272 Carl Weber 1622864298 Qiana 5 4.38 2016 No More Mr. Nice Guy: A Family Business Novel
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]]> What Is Love: Novella 49565140 146 Shey Marie Qiana 4 3.91 What Is Love: Novella
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]]> Malice Matrimony 2 211837026 Malice Matrimony. Tensions run high as the family scrambles to uncover the identity of the assailant lurking in the shadows. With danger creeping around every corner and old wounds reopening, the family finds themselves at odds like never before.

At the heart of the turmoil, both couples are grappling with their own trials and tribulations, fighting to solidify and grow their relationships despite the various challenges thrown their way.

Amidst the chaos and confusion, one thing remains the bonds of family, forged in blood and bound by loyalty, will be put to the ultimate test in their pursuit of truth, love, and survival. In the final installment of this head-spinning African American Urban Fiction series, the Brooks brothers show that love and the streets can coincide.]]> 166 Lakia Qiana 0 4.55 Malice Matrimony 2
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]]> Malice Matrimony 210109536
Will Jaliah’s initial contempt for Rio, ignited by his role in the circumstances that forced their shotgun wedding, begin to fade, allowing love to thrive? Or will the disdain Jaliah carries ruin their chances at a happily ever after? Embark on an unforgettable journey with Jaliah and Rio as they navigate the tumultuous waters of love, loyalty, and unexpected connections in the first installment of Author Lakia’s African American Urban Fiction series, Malice Matrimony.]]> 176 Lakia Qiana 0 4.54 Malice Matrimony
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]]> <![CDATA[Lessons From A Hidden Treasure: An Interlude]]> 212174029
Pierre Blaise is fresh out of jail from a bid, but nothing has changed for him. The money, women, and notoriety haven’t stopped. Even while having those perks in the palm of his hand, Pierre realizes he’s going nowhere fast. Then, he crosses paths with the sole person willing to help him find life’s true values beyond the lavish smokescreens. Treasure.

Too bad their lessons are for a limited time only.

**this is an interlude for the Art of Hood Love series� the next Blaise brother will commence after this break**]]> 466 Antoinette Sherell Qiana 0 currently-reading 4.79 Lessons From A Hidden Treasure: An Interlude
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]]> Wreckless Love (On Us) 211262902
Gia Miles never saw love coming until she ran smack dab into the mean mugging, tatted-up, guarded, Wreck. The type of love he gave was all she ever wanted--but the pain...the pain that came with it only added to her turmoil.]]> 484 Nina. Qiana 0 4.75 2024 Wreckless Love (On Us)
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]]> You Make Me Better 27824237 189 AshleyNicole Qiana 0 4.49 2015 You Make Me Better
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average rating: 4.49
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]]> <![CDATA[To The Moon (The 8th Wonder Book 1)]]> 210246323 If I'm the moon, then you must be the sky! You ever felt like someone was made for you? Crafted in your image the same way Eve was for Adam?

Javen Cooper, knew Luna Moony was made for him. First, in the form of a best friend� the female version of the boy he loved like a brother. But as time moved forward, something else bloomed� something that blurred the lines of love and lover. It was so magnetic, nothing could keep them apart.

Except life.

And Luna’s need to protect Javen.

After the death of her twin, Luna, is left to mother her siblings alone. Barely eighteen, she spends her days making things better for those around her. She’s the fixer� the one you go to when everything seems to go wrong. But who does she seek out when life becomes too much? As if her call finally gets through the prayer line, life becomes easier thanks to an inheritance from a father she never knew.

And when life is better for Luna, she makes sure she brings everyone with her.

And so the journey begins.

To The Moon, is a coming of age tale centered around poverty and black love. It meets somewhere in the middle of black girl magic and black boy joy.]]> 424 Evelyn Latrice Qiana 0 4.65 To The Moon (The 8th Wonder Book 1)
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]]> <![CDATA[Forever By His Side : Holden and Sasha (Side Chick's Holiday)]]> 122766134
When it comes to the perfect woman, Sasha checks off all of Holden’s boxes. He feels that she’s the one for him, there is only one thing standing in the way of his happiness� his situation at home. Holden is trying his best to hold on to the peace that Sasha brings to his life, but he can slowly feel her slipping away.

Playing with a woman’s heart can be detrimental to a man’s health. Will Holden find out the hard way? Or will Sasha remain forever by his side?]]> 77 Nikqua Qiana 0 4.46 Forever By His Side : Holden and Sasha (Side Chick's Holiday)
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]]> <![CDATA[WRATH (The Love Is Cure, Vol 1. Vices & Virtues Series Book 6)]]> 208094410 Lauryn James is a wayward waitress wrestling with a wrecking within. Asher Truesdale is a promising psychology student who is pure at heart. Lauryn's got wrathful ways. Asher has Prince Charming principles. Her temper is explosive, and he has the patience of a saint to be her calm. How they met was divine timing. What they create becomes a magnet for miracles. A mistake they believed should have never happened was actually a catalyst for something always meant to be.

LAURYN JAMES

"Asher could do better than me. A lot better. He has a heart framed in love and I have a heart shadowed by rage. Because rage fueled me before meeting him and kept me safe. Ironically, Asher changed that. I hated men and wanted nothing more than to cause them as much pain as just one man caused me. But Asher was different. Asher is the guy a girl like me is supposed to only crush on but not actually attract. I have issues that are way too deep to solve. A life that was ruined before it could really begin. My past is way too dark to see light anywhere in it and yet he’s looked past all I think is bad to see my good. Even if I could accept that I got lucky getting the attention of a man with a heart of gold and the patience of a saint, there’s no telling how long it will take for him to realize that saving me is impossible. Not without losing himself."

ASHER TRUESDALE

"I want to be the better Lauryn needs. She was never the plan, but then again, I don’t really follow plans all that well, anyway. I’ve never experienced hardship in my life, so providing the safe space she desires is an honor. Her issues are not her own and I want her to know I don’t find them to be the burden she thinks they are to me. Before meeting her, I believed I ruined my life, a life I’ve never quite been happy living, to everyone’s surprise. All that changed when I met her. She requires patience, a lot of patience, and I’ve got more than enough to give. Besides, love is kind and patient, and she deserves at least that after all she’s been through. If only she could see that I fully understand and I will meet her needs. If only she knew she was saving me just as much as she believes I’m saving her� if not more."

Wrath is a passion that inclines humans to act with a desire for vengeance. The passion by itself isn’t good or evil, but it can take on a moral quality that is rooted in intent. Wrath, in this context, is a strong feeling of resentment and a thirst for revenge. Like every vice, there is its heavenly virtue. One that overcomes and transforms the opposing vice. And patience is wrath’s countering virtue. But can the patient one soothe the wrath in another, transmuting this vice by providing refuge with reason and love? Or will this wrath be too great and too justified that it ends up consuming them both?

WRATH is a standalone and book six in the Love is Cure, Vol. 1 - Vices & Virtues series. WRATH contains references to sexual assault, suicide, and depression. Please read "Message from the Author" for more detailed content warnings. This book contains sexually explicit content and profanity. Seven books make up this series. SLOTH is next� ]]> 332 Brookelyn Mosley Qiana 0 4.81 WRATH (The Love Is Cure, Vol 1. Vices & Virtues Series Book 6)
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]]> Back Down Memory Lane 210173593
Adulting for Berkeley So’Lei Carson started at a young age due to childhood traumas that crippled her ability to grow past her roots. When Berkeley is attacked and loses her memory, she has a chance to plant again. Longing to put her past behind her, she embarks on a journey of self-preservation. Will she harvest the right seeds in this new season of drought and disaster, or will the rain of the past yield results for the future?

Iceland “Ice� Jones's love for planes made intersecting runways a no brainer... Until his flight landed on an island fueled by the wildfires and desires of his soulmate, Berkeley So’Lei Carson. A catastrophe separated their soul tie, leaving behind the distant memories of a true soul connection. Will Iceland fight to rebuild what once brought them together, or will he leave the wasteland never to return?

Iceland and Berkeley travel up and down, faster than the speed of sound, Back Down Memory Lane. Both realizing that what once was, will always be, even if it’s forgotten in the moment.]]> 339 Lamartz Brown 1736834770 Qiana 0 4.57 Back Down Memory Lane
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]]> <![CDATA[Loyal by Default: Legacy of Carter Reed (Assassin's Heart Book 2)]]> 211175436
While he’s away, Carter’s enemies get close and McKenna’s life is threatened. In his quest to keep McKenna safe, Carter’s world expands with revelations from his past coming forth into the present. Soon he realizes time and place no longer matter because he’s the only person who can keep McKenna safe� and she’s the only one who can make him feel worthy.

If love is complicated, then theirs is an intricate web of complexity.]]> 294 K.C. Mills Qiana 0 4.60 Loyal by Default: Legacy of Carter Reed (Assassin's Heart Book 2)
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]]> <![CDATA[Captivated by Love (The Grangers #4)]]> 33134768 310 Brenda Jackson Qiana 0 to-read 4.46 2016 Captivated by Love (The Grangers #4)
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]]> Lovers at the Museum 204820050
Love, be it wild or tender, often defies logic. In fact, at times, the only rationale behind the instant connection of two souls is plain magic.

Bibiña Aranda, runaway bride, wakes up in the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao still wearing her wedding dress, draped in the loving arms of a naked man whose name she doesn’t know. She and the man with no clothes, Indar Zubieta, attempt to explain to the authorities how they got there. It’s a story of love at first sight and experience beyond compare, one that involves a dreamlike journey through the museum.

But the lovers� transcendent night bears no resemblance to the crude one Detective Larramendi attempts to reconstruct. And no amount of fantastical descriptions can convince the irritated inspector of the truth.

Allende’s dreamy short story has the power to transport readers in any language, leaving them to ponder the wonders of love long after the story’s over.]]> 25 Isabel Allende 1662522622 Qiana 0 to-read 3.47 2024 Lovers at the Museum
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]]> <![CDATA[This Could Be Us (Skyland, #2)]]> 202927511 fixeseverything. She’s a domestic goddess who's never met a party she couldn't host or a charge she couldn't lead. The one with all the answers and the perfect vinaigrettefor that summer salad. But none of her varied talents can save her when catastrophe strikes, and the life she built with the man who was supposed to be her forever, goespoofin a cloud of betrayal and disillusion.

But there is no time to pout or sulk, or even grieve the life she lost.She's toobusy keeping a roof over her daughters' heads and food on the table.And in the process of saving them all, Soledad rediscovers herself. From the ashes of a life burned to the ground, something bold and new can rise.

But then an unlikely man enters the picture—the forbidden one, the one she shouldn't want but can't seem to resist. She's lost it all before and refuses to repeat hermistakes. Can she trust him? Can she trustherself?

After all she's lost . . .and found . . .can she be brave enough to make room for what could be?]]> 400 Kennedy Ryan Qiana 0 4.48 2024 This Could Be Us (Skyland, #2)
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]]> <![CDATA[Love at First Wish (BLP Fairytales Book 13)]]> 205212118
Axton Kirk has known struggle all his life. Now that Axton has become acquainted with riches, he will do whatever it takes to never return to life on the streets. A chance encounter lands in his lap, and the promise of fortune is too much to give up.

Jaelynn is determined to live how she wants, while Axton actively searches for his next come-up. The two stumble across each other, and their wants and desires quickly take a backseat to the promises of love. Can Axton and Jaelynn remain true to their goals and trust that love conquers all?

Love at First Wish is a loose retelling based on Aladdin.]]> 119 Erika B. Qiana 0 4.47 Love at First Wish (BLP Fairytales Book 13)
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]]> <![CDATA[Twenty-four Three (Assassin's Heart Book 1)]]> 199310774 94 K.C. Mills Qiana 0 4.55 Twenty-four Three (Assassin's Heart Book 1)
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]]> <![CDATA[Broken Condoms and Promises (Broken Condoms & Promises Book 1)]]> 51490078 223 K.L. Hall Qiana 0 4.46 Broken Condoms and Promises (Broken Condoms & Promises Book 1)
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]]> One Good Reason 209091706
Talitha Howard is used to the strained relationship with her mother, and the constant battles she has to fight. She’s accepted the lack of a relationship with the woman who birthed her, and the twisted fate the universe has given her. But when one of the few people who have poured into her all her life becomes ill, Talitha is left heartbroken, and having to make difficult decisions. Decisions that have the possibility to make or break her.

Dutch’s heart lies in his bank account and Talitha’s is dedicated to the one person who rescued her from a world of pain. They both have their individual battles, but all they need is one good reason to trust in one another. However, trust is like walking on thin ice in the winter; once its broken, there may be no repairing the cracks.]]> 442 Unique Qiana 0 4.61 One Good Reason
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]]> <![CDATA[A Lover's Vow (The Grangers, #3)]]> 24366253

Business mogul Dalton Granger is as passionate as he is gorgeous, but private investigator Jules Bradford won't give him the time of day. She knows all about the youngest Granger brother-a charming bad boy whose only interest is playing the field.

But Dalton is more complicated than that, and he's determined to show Jules that behind all the bravado is the honest heart of a devoted son, brother…and a man whose own life is in peril.

Jules is the only person who can protect Dalton, and they embark on a mission to save his family and his legacy. But when their late nights in the office turn into early mornings in the bedroom, Jules and Dalton soon realize they have more at stake than they ever imagined.]]> 411 Brenda Jackson 1460380746 Qiana 0 4.66 2015 A Lover's Vow (The Grangers, #3)
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]]> <![CDATA[A Man's Promise (The Grangers, #2)]]> 20408480

A man's word is his bond. His family is his strength. His heart is his own.

Superstar musician Caden Granger has spent years running from love, commitment and family. Yet despite his fame and fortune, he knows the kind of respect and adoration he needs can only come from one person�the very woman who wants nothing to do with him.

Charity volunteer and owner of a wine boutique, Shiloh Timmons finally got her life on track once her relationship with Caden ended, and she's in no hurry to revisit a romance with the man who believes she left him standing at the altar.

If Caden can't have Shiloh by his side, all the success in the world will mean nothing. Now he has a chance to renew his promises…but is it too late?

]]> 396 Brenda Jackson Qiana 0 4.57 2014 A Man's Promise (The Grangers, #2)
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]]> <![CDATA[In Exchange: An Urban Thriller]]> 209524786 When the love of my life is the bad boy instead of the prince�

It was a simple arrangement.

People desperate for a come-up for different reasons.

It wasn’t supposed to snowball into real feelings or a fairytale proposal.

And definitely not a surprise pregnancy.

To most, my fiancé, Kareem Solomon, is the self-proclaimed, privileged prince of NOLA with a radiant smile and a heart of gold.

His family’s deep pockets have managed to hide his missteps.

A year ago, I was hired to help save him from his demons, reel him in from his depression, and rebuild the man his best friend and family once knew and loved.

In exchange, I would get the payout of my dreams and everything I needed to open my restaurant.

The catch? It’s his best friend who makes my pulse skitter.

Psalm Baptiste is everything I’ve ever handsome, poised, and an arrogant demeanor that leaves me dazzled.

Born and bred in the bayou, he wields the power and money to dismantle or rescue my heart.

I didn’t know what our agreement would mean for us.

That I would be spellbound by the number of zeros on the check and the essence of him.

That signing my name on the dotted line would leave three hearts hanging in a gray area.

That I would become the villain of my own love story.

It’s only a matter of time before the truth comes out and everything implodes.

But until then�

This steamy novella was previously titled House of Cards.]]> 131 K.L. Hall Qiana 0 4.05 In Exchange: An Urban Thriller
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]]> <![CDATA[Rhoni & Dreaux (This ain't love Book 10)]]> 199281016 49 K.C. Mills Qiana 0 4.64 Rhoni & Dreaux (This ain't love Book 10)
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]]> Brooklyn 127281124
Brooklyn Melody James has finally gotten the punishment she deserves after leaving a web of lies, heartache, and betrayal behind her. As her life slips away, Brooklyn remembers the events that shaped her into the cold, calculating creature she became.

Brooklyn learned the art of hustling from her parents who used the church to get money. Idolizing her father and despising her mother, Brooklyn’s determined to be the type of woman who makes her own rules. When her back’s up against the wall, she sacrifices her family, takes the burnt offering that remains, and runs away. In NYC, young Brooklyn charms her way into the inner circle of hustlers and stick-up kids, learning tricks along the way. She catches the eye of a major player in the drug game, Hassan, and they have a breathless love affair. Brooklyn becomes integrated into his operation, earning the trust of Hassan and his associates. But when she gets the keys to the kingdom, driven by unfettered ambition and a ruthless desire to survive, Brooklyn snatches the pot of gold, leaving bitter retribution promises behind her.

From DC to Maryland, Brooklyn burns bridges and breaks hearts. What she doesn't realize is that someone is prepared to end her reign of terror. As she faces her killer and her fate, Brooklyn’s stunned that justice comes from the least likely place.]]> 320 Tracy Brown 1250834953 Qiana 0 4.03 Brooklyn
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]]> <![CDATA[Spontaneous Alignment (Beach is Better Series)]]> 205212727 54 Chassilyn Hamilton Qiana 0 4.45 Spontaneous Alignment (Beach is Better Series)
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]]> <![CDATA[A Brother's Honor (The Grangers, #1)]]> 17451676
As the eldest brother, attorney Jace Granger is determined to take responsibility for Granger Aeronautics, his family's failing business. But the years of mismanagement seem impossible to untangle. As CEO, he hires a consultant to turn the company around. Smart, sexy Shana Bradford is the right person for the job-and the right woman to turn Jace's world upside down.

But the passion between them is jeopardized when old secrets begin to emerge. A woman from Jace's past suddenly reappears. And an explosive discovery changes everything Jace thinks he knows about his mother-and his father, who was convicted of her murder.

Jace Granger tried to leave his family history behind once before. But this time he needs to face the past...or risk losing his future.

Three brothers. One legacy. A lifetime of secrets.]]> 400 Brenda Jackson 1460313151 Qiana 0 4.51 2013 A Brother's Honor (The Grangers, #1)
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]]> <![CDATA[Qiana & Diesel (This ain't love Book 3)]]> 199014538
A birthday surprise knocking at her door. Better prepare, the gift inside will have him wanting more.]]> 41 G. Laveaux Qiana 0 4.13 Qiana & Diesel (This ain't love Book 3)
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]]> Changes 205673091
Nearly three years into his bid, Syx receives good news of his time being reduced. This is music to Navi’s ears, and she anticipates being with what she hopes is a changed man. But with the prison system under new corrupt authority, it becomes too easy for Syx to jump back into the drug game. Navi loves Syx, so she compromises on his hustle but what she won’t go for is extra drama; e.g. infidelity and riding out another sentence. Syx seemingly agrees to her terms, but his actions soon make it crystal clear that Navi can’t have both him and peace of mind.

Making the decision to sever their romantic relationship for the sake of herself and their daughter, Navi sets out on a new path, vowing to never give love another chance to knock her down. Or at least that’s what she claims. However, Navi soon discovers that the heart and destiny do not always align with what the mind dictates.]]> 400 De' Andrea Qiana 0 4.52 Changes
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]]> <![CDATA[Broken Condoms and Promises 3 (Broken Condoms & Promises)]]> 54560393 Now that Kendrick is no longer a factor in her happiness, Siya decides to put her self-destructive past behind her for good. Her relationship with Dacarri has been rocky from the start. She finally thinks they have gotten to solid ground, until she’s faced with the news of an unexpected pregnancy. Will this secret ruin her one shot at a happily ever after with the man she loves, or will she stand tall and go down swinging until the end?

Eshari never imagined that she’d be welcoming her first child into the world, with her brother-in-law as the father, and burying her husband before the ink on the divorce papers has dried. When an uninvited guest turns up at the funeral, she unmasks all the secrets she’s been keeping under wraps, which may do her more harm than good. Her relationship with Samir seems to be heading in the right direction. Unbeknownst to her, his bitter, soon-to-be ex-wife wants what she thinks Eshari stole from her and will stop at nothing to make sure they break even.

In the blink of an eye, it seems like everything in Cassidy’s life has changed. Up until this very moment, she’s lived her life in selfishness, and now she’s stuck in the middle of the deadly love triangle she created, with nowhere to run. She will learn the hard way that it’s not always good to have her cake and eat it, too. Can she turn the tables back around and escape with her life and peace of mind? She just may not be able to have both.

In the last installment of this enthralling series about love, friendship, and redemption, each woman will prepare to start a new journey into their thirties while praying to God that they won’t be anything like the last year of their twenties.
]]> 166 K.L. Hall Qiana 0 4.38 Broken Condoms and Promises 3 (Broken Condoms & Promises)
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]]> And We Still 208856885
There’s just one problem...

“Ellington, I’m asking you to go...� ]]> 274 Takeah Latimore Qiana 5 4.36 And We Still
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I was pleasantly surprised with how much I loved this book! And We Still was my second read by this author, and she did not disappoint. This story was enjoyable, witty, and romantic. I loved how Eartha and Ellington loved each other. I also loved the sub-characters. The relationships with their friends and family was refreshing. And I want to give Takeah praise for the storyline. It was unique. We don’t typically get to see the effects of the woman that has held her man down while in prison. This book has earned this author a spot in my reading rotation.
]]> <![CDATA[Daylight Delight: A Valentine's Novelette]]> 207077965
Oh, well. The heart wants what it wants.]]> 73 Shae Sanders Qiana 0 4.33 Daylight Delight: A Valentine's Novelette
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]]> <![CDATA[Broken Condoms and Promises 2 (Broken Condoms & Promises)]]> 54559034
Just when Siya thought she’d gotten the monkey off her back, she is faced with losing the love of her life all because of one bad decision. Kendrick. Now that Dacarri knows the truth about Siya’s connection with his uncle, will he continue to stay away or will he be able to get through to her before it’s too late for another chance? The last time Siya spoke to anyone was right before she pulled the trigger in a suicide attempt. In that moment, it seems all hope is lost for her, but there's just no telling�

A baby was all Eshari ever wanted, but she never imagined that she would be pregnant by her husband’s brother, Samir. With the secrets of Hassan’s down-low infidelity revealed, she has to make a crucial decision about her wrecked marriage. Will she come clean about her pregnancy to Hassan before everything is brought to the light, or will she carry around her dark secret for nine months? When family secrets are revealed that just may wreck everything, Eshari is forced to come face to face with the reality of what she’s done. Eshari is left with one question: Can she find happiness with or without a ring on her finger and a man by her side?

Not only does Cassidy find herself pregnant, but also on edge when an unexpected slip up in her revenge plot takes place. Her heart is torn in two different directions between Nasir, the man she used to love and Jonathan, the man she still desperately wants to be with. She wants nothing more than to get what she is owed; love and respect from both of them, and she’ll do anything to get it. Cassidy soon finds herself the common denominator in a toxic love triangle and it just may cost her everything; including her freedom. Cassidy learns the hard way that karma is a bigger bitch than she could ever be when her lies catch up to her.

In Broken Condoms and Promises 2, drama continues to loom in the air for these three at the peak of their thirtieth birthdays. Has too much damage been done to their hearts, or will they be able to overcome it all before they’re considered “damaged goods�? With pain in their hearts, revenge on their minds and lies on the tips of their tongues, a few broken hearts may not be the only casualties in the game of love.]]> 212 K.L. Hall Qiana 0 4.55 Broken Condoms and Promises 2 (Broken Condoms & Promises)
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]]> Warmth 53256386 an obsessive interest or feeling about someone or... something]]> 64 D. Rose Qiana 0 4.24 2020 Warmth
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]]> Doing the Math 206300052
Melvin Hayes, Jr.--he prefers Vin--is the eldest son and reluctant heir to Hayes Homestead Haven. He yearns for a life beyond his father's legacy, and awaits a quick sale that will allow him to cash out and leave Peachtree Hollow in his rearview mirror. Until Ms. Dia shows up...

They seem so different on the surface. But shared passion and tenderness cultivate a profound closeness they never saw coming. And as the seeds of romance begin to sprout, Dia and Vin find themselves harvesting unexpected truths about family, business, and the mysterious depths of their own hearts.]]> 312 Shae Sanders Qiana 5
Click to read the entire review: ]]> 4.42 Doing the Math
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Shae started 2024 off right with this book. I would categorize it as a slow burn, but the chemistry is definitely there between the characters from the beginning. The characters were enjoyable, even the ones that were created to irritate readers. There's even a slight comedic element "Oh, now y'all niggas see me sitting here?", making this the perfect read for me. Vin had me screaming my man, my man, my man the entire book. And I loved Dia's group chat with her friends. Easily a five-star read for me.

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]]> <![CDATA[Anchor Me (The Wright Ones Series Book 1)]]> 205949202 343 J. Chary Qiana 5 I love how layered J. Chary's characters are. While reading about Sully, Aseem and even their families, they felt as if they were real people. Almost as if I was watching my family members interact. Sully was a tad bit difficult, but I loved watching her grow and heal, so she could be exactly what she needed to be for Aseem. I also loved how Aseem was almost perfect, he had just enough flaws to make me feel there are really men like him out there in the world. "I’m grateful that after all this time, you still anchor mein all the ways that made me fall so deeply in love with you.� In conclusion, this book was, an insta-love story, a second chance romance, a spin-off, a low key porno, and a five star read.

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]]> 4.48 Anchor Me (The Wright Ones Series Book 1)
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I love how layered J. Chary's characters are. While reading about Sully, Aseem and even their families, they felt as if they were real people. Almost as if I was watching my family members interact. Sully was a tad bit difficult, but I loved watching her grow and heal, so she could be exactly what she needed to be for Aseem. I also loved how Aseem was almost perfect, he had just enough flaws to make me feel there are really men like him out there in the world. "I’m grateful that after all this time, you still anchor mein all the ways that made me fall so deeply in love with you.� In conclusion, this book was, an insta-love story, a second chance romance, a spin-off, a low key porno, and a five star read.

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]]> Transformed by Our Union 199894381 261 Monae Nicole Qiana 0 4.33 Transformed by Our Union
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]]> Don't Ever Wonder 60420032 “You’re not just my wife. You’re my better half. Know it and believe it when I tell you I love you, Bugg. True shit, so don’t ever wonder otherwise.� � Ellington Shakur.

February 14, 2017, Ellington Shakur took his wife Eartha out to celebrate her favorite holiday. Not even halfway through the evening, an altercation ensues that changes the course of Ellington and Eartha’s lives forever.

Five years after losing her husband to the system, Eartha Shakur is having a tough time basking in the heartwarming feelings everyone around her is experiencing from Cupid’s arrow. When a confrontation at work leads to Eartha quitting her job, the Ohio native has to stop running from herself and embrace the possibility that maybe happily ever after wasn’t meant for her.

Ellington, however, has other ideas for the woman who makes his heart whole. Even behind bars, Ell plans to make this Valentine's Day one that Eartha will never forget in hopes that she still believes in their happily ever after.]]> 74 Takeah Latimore Qiana 0 4.26 Don't Ever Wonder
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]]> <![CDATA[The Misadventures of Honey & Nikko: The Girl Below 2.]]> 198971509 210 Desiree . Qiana 0 4.73 The Misadventures of Honey & Nikko: The Girl Below 2.
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]]> No One But You 200826846
Sedai Mason is a man who was raised to value things like integrity, loyalty, and hard work. As a result of being Julianni’s protector long before he has to make his presence known to her, he’s developed feelings that he believes may cloud his judgement and interferes with his work. For Sedai, keeping Julianni safe is his number one priority, but how can he keep his self-control intact when they’re subjected to forced proximity and her one goal seems to be unraveling him?

Julianni and Sedai find themselves in an impossible situation with parameters neither of them asked or prepared for. Yet the heart is a tricky organ with desires and feelings of its own that can be hard to contain or control. Dive into this unrequited instalove story about a bodyguard and the princess he’d do anything to protect.]]> 123 Mycah Edwards Qiana 0 4.33 No One But You
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]]> It's Just a Date 196393537
Money has never been a thing for Latisha Babineaux. Growing up as the only princess of Reign Babineaux is her biggest flex. People literally bow at her feet because of how feared he is in the streets. Now that she’s older, she just wants a life of peace and love with her children and to possibly find love a second time around. When her father is killed, things take a turn. She has to navigate through life without the man she’s loved the most, and that feat has been difficult to accomplish. Trying to manage his business affairs as well as his illegal dealings have been difficult. She just wants to disappear with her children. However, there are manipulative forces keeping her in place.

Dallas Winters wants nothing more than to live his life as a better man. Navigating through it as a convicted felon has proven to be somewhat difficult, but he is determined to start over and live a life that’s morally acceptable. Being a loner isn’t easy for him, but he knows in order to change his ways, he has to stay away from people that remind him of who he used to be. Accepting a low paying job while putting himself through school leads to him meeting a woman that intrigues him more than he could have ever fathomed. The situation he witnesses her endure only increases the urge to be everything she needs.

When Latisha encounters Dallas, she knows that he should be off-limits because of who she is, but for some reason, she can’t deny his advances. One thing leads to another and before long, her involvement with him blows up in their faces. Can they get past the drama and danger that’s threatening their pending relationship and proceed with the matters of their hearts, or will Dallas walk away to stay the course he’s on to a better life?]]> 167 Monica Walters Qiana 0 4.47 It's Just a Date
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]]> When A King Comes Knocking 194988053
Puc isn't shocked when he catches wind of the boss moves Milyon is making. He always knew she was too much brains and a woman for her old man. Now, he has a chance to take what he's been secretly lusting after for years.
Puc may be able to fool the cops and the IRS into thinking he isn't the invisible hand running shit, but he doubts he'll be able to play Milyon for a fool. She doesn't want more of the life she left, and Puc can't blame her. The ways of a kingpin ain't for the faint at heart.

However, when Puc maneuvers his way into Milyon's path, can she resist when a real king comes knocking?

***PUBLISHER NOTE***
The wrong book file was uploaded on the day of release. I truly apologize for the inconvenience. The issue has been created.]]> 332 Vivian Blue Qiana 0 4.45 When A King Comes Knocking
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]]> <![CDATA[The Sword of Summer (Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard, #1)]]> 24172101 491 Rick Riordan 1484719328 Qiana 0 4.43 2015 The Sword of Summer (Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard, #1)
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]]> Darling Rose Gold 51806634 Mothers never forget. Daughters never forgive.

In her compulsive, sharply-drawn debut, Stephanie Wrobel peels back the layers of the most complicated of mother-daughter relationships.

For the first eighteen years of her life, Rose Gold Watts believed she was seriously ill. She was allergic to everything, used a wheelchair and practically lived at the hospital. Neighbors did all they could, holding fundraisers and offering shoulders to cry on, but no matter how many doctors, tests, or surgeries, no one could figure out what was wrong with Rose Gold.

Turns out her mom, Patty Watts, was just a really good liar.

After serving five years in prison, Patty gets out with nowhere to go and begs her daughter to take her in. The entire community is shocked when Rose Gold says yes.

Patty insists all she wants is to reconcile their differences. She says she's forgiven Rose Gold for turning her in and testifying against her. But Rose Gold knows her mother. Patty Watts always settles a score.

Unfortunately for Patty, Rose Gold is no longer her weak little darling...

And she's waited such a long time for her mother to come home.


“Sensationally good - two complex characters power the story like a nuclear reaction...”—Lee Child, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Blue Moon

“Dazzling, dark and utterly delicious”—J P Delaney, New York Times bestselling author ofThe Girl Before

“One of the most captivating and disturbing thrillers I've read this year. An astonishing debut”� Samantha Downing, USA Today bestselling author ofMy Lovely Wife]]> 320 Stephanie Wrobel 0593100093 Qiana 0 3.75 2020 Darling Rose Gold
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]]> SOS 203828371
Yet this handsome stranger activates his charm and she finds herself captivated by his presence. Despite their brewing chemistry, Kai knows he’s no good for her. When her guard is let down, she finds out a truth that leaves her stunned. Not knowing how to escape her reality, Kai learns that she is suddenly trapped in a beautiful nightmare�

This is a stand-alone novel. ]]> 403 Charae Lewis Qiana 0 4.64 SOS
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]]> <![CDATA[Parachutes: Book One: The Fall]]> 203371735 If you can hold on to it, do.
For the others after will be different.
Watered down versions tainted with your insecurities, their fears, each other’s pride.
Promises not to make the same mistakes twice, entering as a slightly altered version of yourself.
Because that first love, you dive deep with no restrictions.
You are you and they are them, fully.
And you hit bumps, and turbulence, and at times think you’ll crash headfirst until that love saves you…like a parachute.
That first love. That true love.

Dalvin and Tahli fell in love as we often do, when looking for everything but.
Two seeds in fresh soil, one is hyper focused on a future while the other is on a fresh start of figuring it all out.
Both journeys best taken alone are defied by the two’s will to do it together.
Here’s the start, some of the middle, and possibly the end to their story.
Book One is the first of a three-book series.]]> 403 Takerra Allen Qiana 0 4.86 Parachutes: Book One: The Fall
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]]> <![CDATA[The Happiest Ending: A New Year's Short]]> 204507698 60 Shae Sanders Qiana 0 4.48 The Happiest Ending: A New Year's Short
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]]> 12:01 199777698
What would you do?

Crash their wedding and unleash chaos.
Accept an invite to attend a play party with his brother.
Get the ultimate "lick back" by having a fling with his brother at that very party.

For Tyme Henley, it's all of the above.

But things take an unexpected turn when Tyme finds herself falling for Midnight Drayton, the very person she's despised for a solid two years. As emotions and schemes collide, Tyme navigates a path filled with revenge, unexpected attraction, and a messy entanglement. Step into Tyme's shoes as she seeks to rewrite the narrative she once knew, exploring the thin line between vindication and unanticipated romance.]]> 318 Bella Jay Qiana 0 4.51 12:01
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]]> <![CDATA[Wishes I Never Made: A Small-Town Christmas Romance]]> 203998237
Single father Abraham ‘ARox� Roxon is a simple man. After the tragic loss of his child’s mother, his only focus is providing and maintaining a great life for his daughter. His heart has been sown up so tightly he forgot it knew how to beat� until he saw her. Despite a rather chaotic and enthralling first encounter, he doesn’t expect to see her ever again. But fate has plans of its own and KeAsia is paired with his daughter for this year’s Christmas Buddy program, meaning avoiding her won’t be so simple.

What starts out as a strictly platonic relationship quickly morphs into something deeply emotive. With desires that rage beneath the surface of their skin and Christmas bonding activities that continuously draw them into one another’s orbit, KeAsia and Abraham realize some of the best gifts are the ones we never even asked for. Dive into this small-town romance where two hearts on restriction explore a connection that seems like a Christmas Miracle neither of them knew they needed.]]> 118 Mycah Edwards Qiana 0 4.53 Wishes I Never Made: A Small-Town Christmas Romance
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]]> <![CDATA[Rambo And Gianna: A Very Hood Christmas]]> 203718873 Rambo & A Very Hood Christmas, where the magic of the season might just mend the cracks in their fractured relationship.]]> 134 Lakia Qiana 0 4.70 Rambo And Gianna: A Very Hood Christmas
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]]> I'll Be Home For Christmas 203937635 Neither Zaylee nor Kyree expected a canceled flight would be their chance to see just how much they have in common. ]]> Sedona Rose Qiana 0 4.67 I'll Be Home For Christmas
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]]> Unwrapping You 75278316
After taking heed of some wise words and reaching a breaking point in her relationship, she packs her bags and heads back to the place she said she’d never return to, her hometown. There she finds that some things have changed while others have remained the same, like the feelings between her and her first love, and learns the true meaning of “Home is where the heart is.”]]> 267 De' Andrea Qiana 0 4.58 Unwrapping You
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]]> Saint and the Queen 201462666
Keenan Hayes is your typical random man from Atlanta working a regular job delivering packages. He pays his bills, smokes in his down time and enjoys what Atlanta, his home city has to offer. Yet, one day when he returns from a shift, he finds a man dressed in a red suit, declaring himself to be Santa Claus...tells Keenan that he is to take his place and save Christmas. Not only by becoming the next Saint as they are called, but to marry his daughter, Eve Noelle who has no idea he exists.

I hope yall smile as much as I did when writing this story. Really really enjoyed writing this.]]> 205 Desiree . Qiana 0 4.51 Saint and the Queen
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]]> A Girl Like Me 203645187
Zane is newly separated from his wife and returns home to BFR for a job and restart his life. He’s known to have a savor’s complex and running into Ne’a makes it hard to ignore. While falling in love wasn't in his plans something about Ne'a keeps pulling him to her, but his ex wife refuses to let so easily.

It's hard to fall for someone who is damaged. It's hard to rebuild when you've been burned. These two learn that as they grow closer together while facing the challenges thrown their way.
]]> 364 Tay Mo'Nae Qiana 0 4.46 A Girl Like Me
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]]> All the Sinners Bleed 62193738
But a year to the day after his election, a school shooting rocks the town. A beloved teacher is killed by a former student, and as Titus attempts to deescalate and get the boy to surrender, his deputies fire a fatal shot.

In the investigation, it becomes clear that the student they shot had been abused by the dead teacher, as well as by unidentified perpetrators. The trail leads to buried bodies—and secrets. While Titus tries to track down a killer hiding in plain sight, while balancing daily duties like protecting Confederate pride marchers, he must face what it means to be a Black man wearing a police uniform in the American South.]]> 344 S.A. Cosby Qiana 0 4.31 2023 All the Sinners Bleed
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]]> <![CDATA[A SMALL TOWN CHRISTMAS: SERENITY & SAVIOUR]]> 202955961
Will Serenity be able to meet her fathers demands and make it home in time for Christmas? Or will Saviour’s status of damaged goods prove to be the end of his blazing career?]]> 94 Latoya Nicole Qiana 0 4.75 A SMALL TOWN CHRISTMAS: SERENITY & SAVIOUR
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]]> Leslie F*cking Jones 162103640 WINNER OF THE 2024 AUDIE AWARD FOR HUMOR
A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER
A BARNES AND NOBLE'S BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR
ATOWN & COUNTRYBEST CELEBRITY MEMOIR OF 2023
AVULTUREBEST COMEDY BOOK OF 2023

Hey you guys, it’s Leslie. I’m excited to share my story with you.

Now, I’m gonna be Some of the details might be vague because a b*tch is fifty-five and she’s smoked a ton of weed. But while bits might be a touch hazy, I can promise you the underlying truth is REAL. Whether I’m talking about my childhood growing up in the South, my early stand-up days driving from gig to gig through the darkest parts of our country and praying I wouldn’t get murdered, what Chris Rock told Lorne Michaels, that time I wanted to shoot Whoopi Goldberg on SNL, and yeah, I’ll tell you all about Ghostbusters and the nudes and Supermarket Sweep and The Daily Show . . . I’m sharing it all in these pages. It’s not easy being a woman in comedy, especially when you’re a tall-*ss Black woman with a trumpet voice. I have to fight so that no one takes me for granted, and no one takes advantage. These are the stories that explain why. (Cue the Law & Order theme.)
]]> 289 Leslie Jones 1538706512 Qiana 0 4.15 2023 Leslie F*cking Jones
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]]> FEAST 202538042 Dinner isn’t the only thing on the table this holiday season.


Being broke, virginal and stuck on campus during Thanksgiving break would be a downer to just about any other student at Dawson University, but for freshman Lee Williams it’s all the right ingredients to finally making her move on evasive senior Monte McGhee. Initially whipping up the recipe seems easy enough even for an amateur in the kitchen like herself, but Lee soon finds out that she’s teased the right one for too long and Monte’s hunger for her might not be satisfied with just one bite.]]> 52 Tanzania Glover Qiana 0 3.82 FEAST
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]]> <![CDATA[Intoxicated By A Young Thug 2 (The Intoxicated Series)]]> 57886204 126 Tacarra Qiana 0 4.65 Intoxicated By A Young Thug 2 (The Intoxicated Series)
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]]> <![CDATA[Spontaneous Soulmates (Beach is Better Series)]]> 201747380 459 Chassilyn Hamilton Qiana 0 proofreading 4.52 Spontaneous Soulmates (Beach is Better Series)
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]]> <![CDATA[THNXGVNG With You...: Alia & Arzavious]]> 63889974
Three days before Thanksgiving, walking outside changed the course of Alia’s wallflower life. With one unexpected look from her neighbor’s grandson, Arzavious Delegal, Alia quickly shies away from his gaze. A sudden touch from Arzavious causes a fire to ignite in Alia as she struggles to accept what she’s feeling inside.
]]> 71 L'Amour Coulture Qiana 0 4.28 THNXGVNG With You...: Alia & Arzavious
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]]> <![CDATA[Intoxicated by a Young Thug (The Intoxicated Series Book 1)]]> 56646899 140 Tacarra Qiana 0 4.68 Intoxicated by a Young Thug (The Intoxicated Series Book 1)
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]]> <![CDATA[Irrevocably In Love: A Thanksgiving Short (Holiday Series 3 Book 2)]]> 202189042 Love is better the second time around. Many will debate this, but for Kaavia and Kyree, it makes perfect sense. They fearlessly test the theory as they live life on their own terms; with no regrets. In their New Year Short Story, Undone- this couple not only defied odds, they challenged many preconceived notions.

“If you love someone, let them go. If they return, they were always yours. If they don’t they never were.�

This ruffles many feathers because who wants to let go of the person they love? Why should one have to test their love to that extent? Life� Sometimes life forces people to do things they really don’t want to do. And, no matter how much you love them, life can sometimes force you in separate directions.

The breakdown and buildup of this dynamic duo’s love was illustrated in a way that behooved you to see relationships in a different way. For some, second chance love is unrealistic, while to others it exudes hope. How does one appreciate the sunshine, if they never experienced the rain? Is it true that love is better the second time around? Irrevocably In Love is not just a Thanksgiving short story. It is a potent exploration of the belief that love, when given a second chance, can be even more profound, more enduring than ever before. Kyree and Kaavia are back for the Thanksgiving holiday with so much to be grateful for. ]]> 82 Aja Cornish Qiana 0 4.52 Irrevocably In Love: A Thanksgiving Short (Holiday Series 3 Book 2)
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]]> Thicker than Water: A Memoir 96178235 Award-winning actor, director, producer, and activist Kerry Washington shares the deeply moving journey of her life so far, and the "beautiful" story of discovering her truth in this instant New York Times bestseller (Oprah Winfrey).

While on a drive in Los Angeles, on a seemingly average afternoon, Kerry Washington received a text message that would send her on a life-changing journey of self-discovery. In an instant, her very identity was torn apart, with everything she thought she knew about herself thrown into question.

In Thicker than Water, Washington gives readers an intimate view into both her public and private worlds—as a mother, daughter, wife, artist, advocate, and trailblazer. Chronicling her upbringing and life’s journey thus far, she reveals how she faced a series of challenges and setbacks, effectively hid childhood traumas, met extraordinary mentors, managed to grow her career, and crossed the threshold into stardom and political advocacy, ultimately discovering her truest self and, with it, a deeper sense of belonging.

Throughout this profoundly moving and beautifully written memoir, Washington attempts to answer the questions so many have struggled Who am I? What is my truest and most authentic self? How do I find a deeper sense of connection and belonging? With grace and honesty, she inspires readers to search for—and find—themselves.]]> 321 Kerry Washington Qiana 0 4.15 2023 Thicker than Water: A Memoir
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]]> Three's A Crowd 199321374 271 Tay Mo'Nae Qiana 0 4.39 Three's A Crowd
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]]> Whisky River: Season One 178621987
Oaklynn Brim and Sacred Munroe open up the series in what for them begins as a fake relationship. While Sacred hopes that pairing with a good girl will assist in polishing up his reputation, Oaklynn is using his popularity for business purposes only. At least that’s what she has to keep telling herself. Real or fake, the two are enjoying the friendship they’re building. Some might say a little too much. Find out if what started as a hoax, develops into much more.]]> 260 󲹲Գٲé Qiana 0 4.35 Whisky River: Season One
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]]> The Woman in Me 74894304 The Woman in Me is a brave and astonishingly moving story about freedom, fame, motherhood, survival, faith, and hope.

In June 2021, the whole world was listening as Britney Spears spoke in open court. The impact of sharing her voice—her truth—was undeniable, and it changed the course of her life and the lives of countless others. The Woman in Me reveals for the first time her incredible journey—and the strength at the core of one of the greatest performers in pop music history.

Written with remarkable candor and humor, Spears’s groundbreaking book illuminates the enduring power of music and love—and the importance of a woman telling her own story, on her own terms, at last.]]> 287 Britney Spears Qiana 0 3.93 2023 The Woman in Me
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]]> GRAND ST. LUXE 199119026


While settling into her new life in a new place, Ameera’s only goal is to keep her head down and stay out the way. However, after meeting Grand St. Luxe, this task may prove to be harder than she expected.



Despite his tumultuous childhood, Grand St. Luxe was determined to make it . With multiple successful businesses under his belt and access to an unlimited flow of money, he’s at the top of his game. However, even with everything he could ever ask for Grand can’t seem to escape the troubles from his past. With a constant cloud of darkness over his head, love is the last thing on his mind, but the new woman in town quickly catches his eye. After years of closing off his heart, his new love interest brings out feelings he didn’t know he was capable of having.



Will Ameera be able to outrun her past? Or will it catch up to her and destroy everything she’s built? Will Grand be able to accept love into his life? or will his childhood wounds keep him closed off to love forever?]]> 170 Latoya Nicole Qiana 0 4.73 GRAND ST. LUXE
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]]> <![CDATA[Shadows and Whispers (The Collective Book 1)]]> 153890813 Shadows and Whispers is a standalone novel
*Please see trigger warnings in the author note*]]> 386 K.C. Mills Qiana 0 4.58 2023 Shadows and Whispers (The Collective Book 1)
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]]> <![CDATA[Tupac Shakur: The Authorized Biography]]> 123666828
Artist, poet, actor, revolutionary, legend

Tupac Shakur is one of the greatest and most controversial artists of all time. More than a quarter of a century after his tragic death in 1996 at the age of just twenty-five, he continues to be one of the most misunderstood, complicated, and prolific figures in modern history. Drawing on exclusive access to Tupac’s private notebooks, letters, and uncensored conversations with those who loved and knew him best, this estate-authorized biographypaintsthe fullest and most intimate picture to date ofthe young man who became a legend for generations to come.

In Tupac Shakur, author and screenwriter Staci Robinson—whoknew Tupac from their shared circle of high school friends in Marin City, California,and who was entrusted by his mother, Afeni Shakur, to share his story—unravels the myths and unpacks the complexities that have shadowed Tupac’s existence. Decades in the making, this book pulls back the curtain to reveal a powerful story of a life defined by politics and art—a man driven by equal parts brilliance and impulsiveness, steeped in the rich intellectual tradition of Black empowerment, and unafraid to utter raw truths about race in America.

It is a story of a mother and son bound together by a love for each other and for their people, and the relationship that endured through their darkest times. It is a political story that begins in the whirlwind of the 1960s civil rights movement, and through a young artist’s awakening to rage and purpose in the �90s era of Rodney King. It is a story of dizzying success and its devastating consequences. And, of course, it is the story of Tupac’s music, his timeless message that will never die as it continues to touch and inspireus today.]]> 691 Staci Robinson 1524761060 Qiana 0 4.43 2023 Tupac Shakur: The Authorized Biography
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]]> <![CDATA[Darker Dreams: Black Magic & Blood Ties (Dreams Novellas Book 2)]]> 201153989 An invitation.
A Halloween party.
One night with Draco.
Those three things changed the trajectory of Angel’s life. After uncovering revelations about her past that reshaped her future, she’s thrusted into a world of supernatural love, lust, wealth, and treachery. The intoxicating bond she created with Draco is tested at every turn, and one false move could end their haste union or worse� end either of their lives.]]> 106 Antoinette Sherell Qiana 0 4.54 Darker Dreams: Black Magic & Blood Ties (Dreams Novellas Book 2)
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]]> Wycked Whyspers Lounge 200307660


During the night, Tempest is drawn to Wycked. Their eyes meet, sparking an inexplicable connection. As the night unfolds, their encounter deepens, shrouded in mystery, but beneath the surface lie secrets that could unravel everything.



Welcome to Wycked Whyspers Lounge, where the shadows hold more than just memories]]> 63 Kyeate Qiana 0 4.47 Wycked Whyspers Lounge
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]]> <![CDATA[Confessions Of An Ice Princess: An Urban Paranormal Romance (Elemental Witches Book 2)]]> 200938356 Confessions Of An Ice Princess for a spellbinding urban paranormal romance novella.]]> 64 Lakia Qiana 0 4.55 Confessions Of An Ice Princess: An Urban Paranormal Romance (Elemental Witches Book 2)
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]]> <![CDATA[Hostile Takeover (Blackwood Billions, #1)]]> 124932997
Important enough that when that legacy � inextricably tied to her mother’s memory - is challenged, she’s forced to consider even the most undesirable options�

Such as a match made in hell with Orion Sterling.

The heir to the competitor she grew up being warned about.

Orion is a man well-accustomed to getting exactly what he wants. Other than opportunities to grow the family business, he’s moved by very few things.

One of which happens to be Nalani Stark.

They each have something the other needs, and only one way to get it : a contract that delineates exactly what each person takes from the arrangement.

Simple enough�

Unless feelings get brought into the exchange.]]> 339 Christina C. Jones 1953214363 Qiana 0 4.46 2023 Hostile Takeover (Blackwood Billions, #1)
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]]> Candy Reign 195024835
However, things outside of their control came crashing down and deflating the bubble they built around themselves. Solei, being a military child, was forced to leave the comfort of Isaac’s arms. Isaac was left alone, without Solei’s comforting touch, and forced to deal with the repercussions of having an alcoholic father.

For these two, experiencing love for the first time at such a young age was the most freeing feeling, but they were also left utterly heartbroken after being ripped apart. With Solei coming back to town after tragedy strikes, maybe they will get a second chance to explore all the things that were stolen from them the first time around. However, they are no longer teenagers, and life was unforgiving to both. After coming face to face after years of being apart, Isaac and Solei are uncertain if they will be able to reignite the flame that once was, or if their life choices will bring nothing but chaos.]]> 206 Tacarra Qiana 0 4.26 Candy Reign
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]]> <![CDATA[When Love Hits (The Life Cycle Series Book 1)]]> 45442900
Dru a true fashionista finally gets to live out her dream, opening her boutique and settling down with her childhood sweetheart. Things seem to be going perfect and if anyone deserves it, its Dru. After years of back and forth, Reighm has finally grown up and stepped up to the plate. He's determined to prove Dru & her friends wrong, he knows he can be the man we all hope he could be in the past.

Layla, the youngest friend and the only one in the group who is married. She runs her marketing business and takes care of their daughter full-time. Marriage for her has been rocky lately. Lorenzo, her husband, is oblivious to the lack of attention he is giving to his family and doesn't even notice Layla slipping right from his grasp.

Can the three friends with-stand all that life has to offer? When distress plummets into their lives, will they fight to keep things spicy or will they give in to temptation and walk away from something that could be the best thing, the most timeless thing.LOVE.

]]> 341 Che Moon Qiana 0 4.47 When Love Hits (The Life Cycle Series Book 1)
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]]> <![CDATA[TALES FROM THE DARK SIDE: BEAUTY AND THE BEAST]]> 199250356


Alleysia Falcon had the best of both worlds. She was able to date freely and get the love and emotional attachment from her best friend, Shiloh. Everything was perfect until one drunken night changed the course of both of their futures. With Shiloh missing, she found herself under the protection of a beast, but she yearned for more than that. While the beast ran off any dangers that came her way, it also ran away any potential love interests. Torn between love and comfort, Alleysia must make a decision that may change her life forever.



Sometimes the things you want most, are the most damning to you. Everything comes at a cost. Is Shiloh willing to pay the price, or will he finally let go of the thing he’s yearned for his entire life for love?]]> 73 Latoya Nicole Qiana 0 4.71 TALES FROM THE DARK SIDE: BEAUTY AND THE BEAST
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]]> Only If It's You 75637522
Kehlani James didn’t have much she was proud of except being an amazing mother and business owner. There was no way in the world she could make senes of being married to a celebrity boxer who has recently been condemned by the world for almost killing a man.

What happens in Vegas doesn’t always stay in Vegas. JV and Kelani have to decide if one plus one truly equals two. JV has been raised to believe that one woman is never enough and Kelani refuses to become just another story plastered all over the blogs but when two strangers worlds get caught in an entanglement that disrupts everything they can count on, they both find themselves in the biggest fight of their lives.]]> 338 T'Lyn Qiana 0 4.64 2023 Only If It's You
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name: Qiana
average rating: 4.64
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]]> Worthy 123279501 A gripping, painfully honest, and ultimately inspirational memoir from global superstar and creator of the Red Table Talk series Jada Pinkett Smith. In a media driven landscape that crafts narratives for our celebrities, Smith recounts her story in an intimate conversation with readers. Along the way, she explores her path to accepting her power as a woman, and her discovery that a strong sense of self is every woman’s right and saving grace.

An impactful and rare memoir that engages and educates, Worthy is a courageous love song to self, to family, to life, and to the world.

From an unconventional upbringing in Baltimore, to an unconventional marriage to one of the most famous men in the world, adhering to the status quo has never been a familiar road for Jada Pinkett Smith. In Worthy, Smith strips herself of all the labels and stories crafted by others, and reclaims her narrative with radical self-love. Worthy teaches us who Jada is, and how to embrace our most authentic lovable souls.]]> 416 Jada Pinkett Smith 0063320681 Qiana 5
Link to full review: ]]> 3.62 2023 Worthy
author: Jada Pinkett Smith
name: Qiana
average rating: 3.62
book published: 2023
rating: 5
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I found this read satisfying and enlightening. It sheds light on some of the events you may have saw in the media, but if you're looking for the "tea", this may not be the read for you. Yes, she addresses their separation, her entanglement and even the slap. But her recount isn't messy. It's literally her version of events. How they got to those points and the role she played in them. I admired her honesty. I loved her transparency. Throughout the entire book she took accountability for her role in everything that had transpired. She didn't villainize Will. She spoke of him in the highest regard but made it clear that their partnership is for life.

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