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She Got It Bad for a Heartless Gangsta by Shvonne Latrice
Rated: 4.83 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsEver since Draylah Omari was sixteen years old, it seemed like life had only dealt her a bad hand. Tragedies and betrayal have taken the people she loved most, including her best friend of over a decade, Glory. After finding out her boyfriend Lue, who was once her savior, is nothing but a wolf in sheep's clothing, Draylah decides to lock her heart up and focus only on her half finished brow bar... -
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Deeper Than Love by Monica Walters
Rated: 4.75 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsSometimes life can be tough to navigate, especially when you enter it at a slight disadvantage. Alexzandria Berotte has a loving family, and she’s made it through life all right. However, after discovering that she is pregnant and was nearly duped into marriage by a fraud, she misses something she’s never had. A mother’s love... -
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She Got It Bad for a Heartless Gangsta 2 by Shvonne Latrice
Rated: 4.80 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsRicky AK has never been one to shout threats and not pull through. The heartless gangsta has also never been one to take being threatened lightly. When faced with a problem that could ruin the relationship he has built with Draylah, Ricky AK takes extreme measures to make it all go away... -
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Unexpected Challenges by K.C. Mills
Rated: 4.80 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsLenox Luke is the unpredictable brother in the Luke clan. Dubbed as the wild child and irresponsible younger sibling, he's perfectly content enjoying the privilege of all the beautiful women who catch his eye. Love is not on the radar or so he thinks.Sometimes all it takes to find your way is a little motivation... -
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![All the Smoke by T'Lyn]()
All the Smoke by T'Lyn
Rated: 4.57 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsSolomon Tate lives by one rule, loyalty over everything and leads by example. Solomon takes care of his people and all he expects in return is for everyone on his team to remain solid. Anyone who refuses to show loyalty no longer earns his favor, family is not exempt.Kaori Randall embraces one concept. Love and be loved... -
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Unexpected Expectations by K.C. Mills
Rated: 4.70 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsThe universe has a plan of its own and the unexpected sometimes creates expectations that we aren’t prepared for. One of the most unpredictable happenings tends to be love.T’air’s current way of living isn’t cutting anymore... -
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Impromptu Seduction by Stephanie Nicole Norris
Rated: 4.70 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsRaised as a debutante, ladylike, and reserved, London Jones has stepped into unknown territory. From the moment her life collided with a man who should’ve been off-limits, a bachelor with a hot reputation—staying out of his way was the sensible thing to do. However, she finds herself caught in a tangled web of passionate fervor whenever he comes near... -
![Unexpected Second Chances by K.C. Mills]()
Unexpected Second Chances by K.C. Mills
Rated: 4.70 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsEbo Luke is fresh off a devastating divorce and feeling like love is no longer an option, however he quickly learns that sometimes no matter what you want or believe, the universe has a different plan for you.For most, love is simply a fairytale. Those who truly want and deserve to have their hearts protected always seem to come up short... -
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![Conflicted Heart by Kay Shanee]()
Conflicted Heart by Kay Shanee
Rated: 4.70 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsSiyanna Cassidy was overjoyed to find that she was pregnant only one month behind her twin sister, Summer. The two had done life together on so many levels, including marrying twin brothers. However, in a brutal twist of tragic events, Siyanna is forced into early labor on the heels of the shocking loss of her sister... -
![A Thug Has Feelings Too: Gatah & Yaya's Hood Love Story by M. Monique]()
A Thug Has Feelings Too: Gatah & Yaya's Hood Love Story by M. Monique
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![Hoodlums & Hooligans by Desirée]()
Hoodlums & Hooligans by Desirée
Rated: 4.70 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsthe sequel to The Carter Boys, and For the Love of ATL combined. You MUST read those two first! ATL-- Carter boys -- Hoodlums! Okay so I'm pretty bad at descriptions, and summaries so I'll do the best I can. This first book is basically going back, explaining why things are the way they are. How Tiffany and Jeremy met (if you don't know them, you need to read ATL... -
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Unapologetically Me by Danesha Little
Rated: 4.70 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsFor as far back as she can remember, Fatima Ward has been told that she would be a doctor. She has never challenged that path and secretly fulfills her love of telling stories online. While working on a fanfiction story using real-life rapper Jericho, she finds comfort in a new reader as her personal life implodes around her. Jericho was born Jaren Young in Brooklyn, New York... -
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She Got It Bad for a Heartless Gangsta 3 by Shvonne Latrice
Rated: 4.70 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsAt the end of part two, some beyond devastating news was revealed to Draylah, and less than 24 hours of Ricky being tossed in jail. In part three, the couple attempts to find their happy place and navigate through their ever so complicated lives, despite the many roadblocks thrown their way... -
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When A Virgin Beauty Loves A Street Beast 2: Finale by Talehia
Rated: 4.70 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsIn this starling African American urban fiction series, everything is not what it seems. At the end of book one, astonishing revelations were revealed, leaving more questions than answers. In book two, more secrets come to light with betrayal hitching a ride. Alana and Ghoul are faced with multiple challenges that leaves them breathless... -
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STIFF by Stephanie Nicole Norris
Rated: 4.58 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsThree friends experiencing life’s uncertain changes decide they need relaxation beyond the usual girls’ night out. A friend tells them about, The Den, an upscale male strip club. They find out the club is a shell of what really lies beneath—and soon, the ladies are venturing into their mind and body’s wildest desires.This is Asia McClendon's story... -
![You're The One That I want: The Mason Family Saga by AshleyNicole]()
You're The One That I want: The Mason Family Saga by AshleyNicole
Rated: 4.75 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsWith a looming promotion, a so-so social life, and a best friend about to give birth, Inalia Maxwell has a bit of a full plate. Add to that her quest for a coveted Mason, and she's booked and busy.Myair Mason has spent his life living with and loving his big family. Love is the furthest thing from his mind, even though a few of his cousins aren't making it look so bad... -
![Marry Me Twice by Monica Walters]()
Marry Me Twice by Monica Walters
Rated: 4.75 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsHaving the support of his family means everything to Haji Abimbola. Leaving his home of Freetown, Sierra Leone to further his education, he travels to the United States… Southeast Texas to be exact… to study chemical engineering... -
![Suck Me Slow by Mel Dau]()
Suck Me Slow by Mel Dau
Rated: 4.75 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsQueentesa ‘Queenie’ Manigault lives her life to please others with very little time for self. Although this is what she does, it is not what is required from her family who love her dearly. They want her to have a much-needed life break and Montego Bay is just the answer... -
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![The Law of Attraction by AshleyNicole]()
The Law of Attraction by AshleyNicole
Rated: 4.75 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsTaryn’s been missing out on the best part of life. With a controlling father and a boyfriend trying to be her father, she feels it’ll never happen. Then, a chance encounter one evening changes everything. Qais is having one of the worst days of his life, until he finds himself alone with a mystery woman with a secret need that only he can satisfy... -
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One More Kiss by AshleyNicole
Rated: 4.75 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsSarah Samuels and Stewart Mitchel have been sworn enemies all of their lives. One night of pleasure, however, takes them to a place where neither would have ever thought they’d end up: Lovers. Sarah is ready for love, but Stewart isn’t so sure. She’s everything he would want in a mate, but he’s not exactly looking for one... -
![A Silenced Gift by Danesha Little]()
A Silenced Gift by Danesha Little
Rated: 4.75 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsFatima Ward is living a life beyond anything she could have imagined. She is preparing for the release of her first book while also trying to plan her wedding to Hip-Hop superstar, Jaren "Jericho" Young. Her fairytale is turned upside down when her health forces her to question everything about her future... -
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Slipped up in Love by AshleyNicole
Rated: 4.60 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsLove is Messy. It can be sticky. It can be all consuming. It can come out of nowhere. If you’re not careful, you might slip up and find yourself so deep in it that you can’t climb out. Cheyenne has hated Travis since he walked into her class in kindergarten. He pestered her for years until the fates stepped in and moved him away. But he’s back now… And pestering her is the last thing on his mind... -
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![You're My Reason by K.C. Mills]()
You're My Reason by K.C. Mills
Rated: 4.60 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsHe was her constant…She was his reason…A Friends to Lovers novella... -
![In Due Time by B. Love]()
In Due Time by B. Love
Rated: 4.60 of 5 stars · 10 ratings“You and these lies. I’ve never known you to be a liar until you started fighting your feelings for me. You’ll be mine in due time, Mackenzie. In due time.” – Rahim Frank They met ten years earlier, and she was approached by someone else. Out of a need to keep her close, Rahim settled for friendship with Mackenzie even though he’s always wanted more... -
![The Sweetest Surrender by Stephanie Nicole Norris]()
The Sweetest Surrender by Stephanie Nicole Norris
Rated: 4.60 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsEffervescent, Fearless, and self-assured, Selena Strauss is always the life of the party. Her buoyant personality is a pleasure to be around causing her to garner the attention of a hot commodity she’s had her eyes on for a while... -
![When A Virgin Beauty Loves A Street Beast: A BBW Enemies To Lovers Tale by Talehia]()
When A Virgin Beauty Loves A Street Beast: A BBW Enemies To Lovers Tale by Talehia
Rated: 4.60 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsWith his good looks and his charming ways, Kyiem “Ghoul” Bianchi has the attitude to match. He has no qualms about flossing his rich status and his mob boss behavior. With his parents constantly in his ear about settling down and taking the helms of the business, Ghoul only goal is to have a good time and playing bed tag with as many women as possible... -
![Save Her For Me by Kami Holt]()
Save Her For Me by Kami Holt
Rated: 4.60 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsJanae Jackson lives her life unapologetically. People are gonna think what they want so she chooses to live with no regrets. Let ‘em talk! While her best friend is hopelessly in love, she wants no parts of it. Money is the motive and love doesn’t pay any bills... -
![Sensual Confessions by Brenda Jackson]()
Sensual Confessions by Brenda Jackson
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsBlade Madaris has watched the men in his family surrender their single status one by one, and he has no plans to join them. But the gorgeous attorney he meets at his cousin's wedding would make a fine notch on his bedpost. And when circumstances bring them together for six months, Blade formulates a plan to sweep Samari Di Meglio off her feet and into his arms... -
![Recipe for Temptation by Maureen Smith]()
Recipe for Temptation by Maureen Smith
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsA two-month sabbatical from her high-powered career is just what the doctor ordered...especially when Reese St. James eyes the hunk of her secret fantasies on the menu. From the moment she walks into Michael Wolf's world-famous restaurant, she's given the VIP treatment. And the sexy celebrity chef's mouth-watering kisses have her eating right out of his hand...and hungry for more... -
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Heat Of The Moment by BriAnn Danae
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsFueled by her impulsive desire to create a memorable night, Sovanna approaches the finest man in the club. Boldly, she introduces herself to Zahir, confident he won't reject her... and he doesn't. Instead, he exceeds her expectations, making it clear that a mere one-night stand was just the beginning for them and the least she could’ve asked for... -
![Drown In It by T'Lyn]()
Drown In It by T'Lyn
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsan arrival or occurrence of something in overwhelming quantities or amounts.This word best describes what Willow Reid and Rakeem Wilks find themselves caught in both sexually and emotionally.A knock on a wrong door is what pushed them into the tsunami, but their chemistry and passion is what keeps them afloat... -
![What's Best For Me : Unapologetically Me Series by Danesha Little]()
What's Best For Me : Unapologetically Me Series by Danesha Little
Rated: 4.83 of 5 stars · 6 ratings"Darian was a fantasy, what I had with Wallace was real." Free spirit, Chanel Henderson, has finally found happiness in her first genuine relationship. That euphoria is challenged when her "friendship" with R&B singer, Darian Russell, exposes the cracks in their foundation. Darian Russell is known for his baby-making music and loyalty to remaining a bachelor... -
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![An International Affair by Iris Bolling]()
An International Affair by Iris Bolling
Rated: 4.83 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsWhat happens when dysfunctional families meet the Lassiters? They all learn the meaning of LOVE... Love is Kind, Love is Patience, and Love... lasts for a Lifetime.The Lassiter siblings have been blessed with an internal detector identified as the love gene. Now, that they have found love, one obstacle after another is threatening their happy ever after... -
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In This Moment by K. Lashaun
Rated: 4.83 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsLove, in all its forms, is a foreign concept to Garryn Taylor.After being let down one too many times by nearly every person in her life, she’s sworn off the elusive emotion to focus solely on her career... -
![A Senful Holiday: The Novella by BriAnn Danae]()
A Senful Holiday: The Novella by BriAnn Danae
Rated: 4.83 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsWith Christmas quickly approaching, Sen finds himself anxiously waiting for Neicey’s pregnancy to come to an end. Having experience with Daiya, he’s determined to be the best father he can be and prove to Neicey that he’s ready for the domestic life... -
![Mister Librarian by B. Love]()
Mister Librarian by B. Love
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsHoney Williams doesn’t trust men. Between her father and last lover, a part of her struggles with resenting the entire species. She’s spent the past six months hidden in the safety of her parents’ home hoping her kind heart will never be the cause of pain and misfortune again. That seems possible until a cranky client causes chaos… which leads to her meeting Mr. Librarian... -
![A Sweet Heart: A Hale Girls novella by AshleyNicole]()
A Sweet Heart: A Hale Girls novella by AshleyNicole
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsShowing up to a meeting late is the easiest way to get on her hit list. Insulting his masculinity is the quickest way to get on his... -
![Adjacent: A Building 402 Novella by Alexandra Warren]()
Adjacent: A Building 402 Novella by Alexandra Warren
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsHe’s the last guy she should be checking for. Arrogant. Sexy. A Certified F*ckboy. She’s the only girl he can’t seem to get off of his mind. Ambitious. Attractive. Adjacent. The proximity of them being neighbors certainly doesn’t help either of their causes... -
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The Trouble With Us by Christina C. Jones
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratings"Love is bull****." That's how blogger, Bianca Bailey begins the first post of what's supposed to be a new series on her website, in response to her readers curiosity about her feelings on love. That post never makes it to the public eye, but those three words perfectly sum up Bianca's outlook, and rule the way she interacts with the men around her — including Rashad... -
![Teach Me by Iris Bolling]()
Teach Me by Iris Bolling
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThe Lassiter family consists of six precious gems and six true gentlemen. They are all blessed with good looks, charm, and a wonderful sense of self-worth. They know who they are and who they want. Child number five, sexy, confident and fiercely loyal, Diamond Lassiter made her choice. She did not save herself for anyone less than a real man to teach her how to make love... -
![Director's Cut: Damaged Heart Series by AshleyNicole]()
Director's Cut: Damaged Heart Series by AshleyNicole
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsNeither Tali, nor Les were looking for love, but they both found it…And lost it. He was unfaithful, and she didn’t know how to love. He couldn’t express his feelings and the ones she did express were hurtful. So, it’s over, right? Not when there’s love involved. Les wants to show Tali that he can be what she needs, but Tali is having a hard time letting him... -
![Last Chance To Love by B. Love]()
Last Chance To Love by B. Love
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsMillionaire hair and skincare mogul Morgan Carter has everything in her life except deep connections with those who aren’t of her bloodline. She’s spent the past ten years of her life devoted to making her brand a household name in the African American community. A year before her thirty-fifth birthday, Morgan realizes it’s time for her to focus on gaining friends and starting her family... -
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![Access Denied: Luxury Love by Monica Walters]()
Access Denied: Luxury Love by Monica Walters
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsSharee Taylor has grown up being the person her siblings could rely on. Being the oldest, she accepted that responsibility with pride. After getting settled in her career, she realizes that while she’s being supportive of everyone else, she’s lonely. Everyone has moved on with their lives and it seems she’s at a standstill... -
![Just Say You Love Me by B. Love]()
Just Say You Love Me by B. Love
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsLuana Berry’s plate is full. Not only is she juggling two jobs and an internship, but she’s doing so while maintaining a 3.8 GPA at the most expensive private school in Memphis, TN. Just a few months away from being the first college graduate in her family, Luana plans to continue her education and become a Lawyer... -
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Claimed By Crayson by Sherelle Green
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsIf there were ever a man who prided himself on always being up front with women, it’s tatted bad boy, Crayson Madden, in the flesh. His world may revolve around sex and cigars, but there’s a lot more to this cigar lounge owner than what meets the eye. Too bad Jordyn Jameson spends more time arguing with him, than seeing beyond his asshole-ish ways... -
![Jaxson, The King Who Got Me: The Evans Brothers Book 2 by Miss Jenesequa]()
Jaxson, The King Who Got Me: The Evans Brothers Book 2 by Miss Jenesequa
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsHe’s the type of man she should be running far away from. A man she has no business getting tangled with personally. And still she wants him and all the intoxicating ways of his wild world.Giving away his heart was never part of the deal when it came to women. It was only supposed to be about pleasure. Nothing else and nothing more... -
![Feel Me in the Dark by Tucora Monique]()
Feel Me in the Dark by Tucora Monique
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratings“Worried about it, I’m putting pressure. You’ll only cut me if I let you. No, we ain’t doing this just for pleasure. Either learn me or I’m a lesson." — H.E.RWork.Health.Finessing.That’s the hierarchy of Finley Thomas’ life. The loc-haired, stenographer was raised by a proud gold digger and against her delight, she inherited mischievous qualities from her mother...
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