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Thug Matrimony by Wahida Clark
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 18 ratings"Essence" bestselling author Wahida Clark has got her finger on ghetto pulse. In her series on sisters trying to rise above the streets, she portrays a raw and true-to-life world where love can be just as dangerous as the men who cause it... Angel, Jaz, Tasha, and Kyra are living proof that hope is more than a word... -
![A Cold Winter With A Hot Boy 2 by S. Yvonne]()
A Cold Winter With A Hot Boy 2 by S. Yvonne
Rated: 4.75 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsThe stakes are at an all time high as the war between Scar and Snow intensifies. Snow unwilling to backdown demands his respect and would go to any measures to prove that he’s a man of his word because his word was all he had... -
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A Cold Winter With A Hot Boy by S. Yvonne
Rated: 4.75 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsArmani ‘Mani’ Sincere is feisty, seductive, and quick witted. For seventeen years of life she had not a care in the world because money was more than just green paper, it was a lifestyle, one in which her father dripped upon her while hiding the truths of his notorious yet dangerous life... -
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Force of Nature by Monica Walters
Rated: 4.75 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsA man of few words is sometimes a man to fear. Ali Joseph proves that theory to be correct. He keeps his traumatic past under wraps and only trusts a few people, Shyrón Berotte being one of them. He’s been living amidst the turmoil for so long he’s finally reaching his breaking point... -
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![Thugs and the Women Who Love Them by Wahida Clark]()
Thugs and the Women Who Love Them by Wahida Clark
Rated: 4.56 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsEssence® bestselling author Wahida Clark is all too familiar with the terrifying truths of ghetto life. The first novel in her gritty, gripping series takes you on into a world where a wrong choice could be the last choice a person ever makes. In a 'hood boiling over with sex, brutality, and crime, three friends are at a turning point... -
![A Hitta Has Feelings Too: Dallas and Chloe's Hood Love Story by M. Monique]()
A Hitta Has Feelings Too: Dallas and Chloe's Hood Love Story by M. Monique
Rated: 4.80 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsChloe Smith is beautiful, independent, and flirtatious to a fault. Settling down is nowhere on her radar. When she gets in a sticky situation, she seeks out the help of the last person she wanted to deal with or even lay eyes on.Dallas McQueen is a man any woman would love to have show them any attention; except the headstrong Chloe... -
![Lessons From A Hidden Treasure: An Interlude by Antoinette Sherell]()
Lessons From A Hidden Treasure: An Interlude by Antoinette Sherell
Rated: 4.80 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsTreasure Herring has lost and gained in the past year and a half. After the tragic loss of her parents, she gains a sibling and new family in her big sister, Savvy… but she still feels lost. Then, a handsome but ruggish hooligan she’d only met once reappears and gives her a semblance of belonging. Pierre.Pierre Blaise is fresh out of jail from a bid, but nothing has changed for him... -
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Makai by Grey Huffington
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsGo tell that nigga you fucking the boss now. A menace, I was, the duration of my life. Unsure of what was next, who was next, or where I was headed next. The only for-sure shit in my world was my paper and my people. The ice around my heart was still intact, never being penetrated or as much as tapped.Amazed, I was, the day I encountered you... -
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Front St. Porter by Nina.
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsAfter the loss of their father, the Porter brothers lean on one another for love and support the late Hassan Porter took with him. Lake being the oldest tries to find a balance between caring for each of his younger brothers and making sure they are secured financially. While Lake and his best friend grind it out, his brothers do not make his position as their leader easy... -
![The Fourth Wife: A Polyamorous Love Story by Mz. Lady P]()
The Fourth Wife: A Polyamorous Love Story by Mz. Lady P
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsMeet Champion Denali. A wealthy entrepreneur who just so happens to practice Polygamy. He has been blessed to be married to three beautiful women.Charisma, JaKarri, and Brittany all possess different qualities that fulfill Champ in every way. In return for their love and their loyalty they provide him with. He provides them a life fit for the Queens they are... -
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Under His Protection: Saved by a Black Mafia OG by B. Love
Rated: 4.88 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsSavant Black is a protector. More logic than emotion, he places emphasis on his present reality above all. When his sister suggests he speak with a life coach, Savant doesn’t believe she will be capable of opening his eyes and mind to any life altering revelations. However, the longer he works with Addison the more Savant realizes his need to feel so little comes from desiring so much... -
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Love and War by Ashley Antoinette
Rated: 4.57 of 5 stars · 14 ratings[Read by Cary Hite] Ashley Antoinette is back and better than ever with this sexy street tale. The feud between YaYa and Leah has ruined the lives of everyone around them. In The Prada Plan 4, the animosity is alive, and the resentments run deeper than ever. -- Indie has watched YaYa's past destroy the woman he once knew, and his patience has run thin... -
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Butterfly 2 by Ashley Antoinette
Rated: 4.57 of 5 stars · 14 ratings“One of the biggest names in Urban-fiction, Ashley Antoinette, is back … An intense start to this new series with characters that are real and genuine. It’s a story about love, trying to put the past behind and moving on with your life” - Red Carpet Crash on ButterflyMorgan Atkins is used to losing, but losing Messiah Williams was the most tragic of them all... -
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Betrayal by Naomi Chase
Rated: 4.70 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsSome people know better and do worse… Ever since she was acquitted of murder, Tamia Luke has been on a mission to prove she’s a changed woman—especially to the love of her life, Brandon Chambers. She thinks she’s succeeded—until Brandon reveals that his ex-girlfriend is pregnant, and it’s his duty to marry her... -
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![Blindsided by Love by Monica Walters]()
Blindsided by Love by Monica Walters
Rated: 4.70 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsIf confidence was a women’s size twenty, then its name would have to be Aspen St. Andrews. The thirty-one-year-old freelance journalist is living life on her own terms, except in one area. Love. She feels somewhat stuck in an engagement to a man that she once loved, until things began to change once they decided to cohabitate. They argue about her career as if it’s a hobby and Aspen is sick of it... -
![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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![A Thug's Love 2 by Jessica N. Watkins]()
A Thug's Love 2 by Jessica N. Watkins
Rated: 4.70 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsKennedy: Once I was released from prison, I thought that all of the heartache was over. I was back with my family, and I assumed that the nightmare had come to an end. Little did I know, the nightmare had actually just begun. Everybody around me was keeping secrets that would send me right back to a dark place; a place way worse than the prison that I had just emerged from... -
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Stepmama Season by Natisha Raynor
Rated: 4.70 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsWhile Alphonse Sutton was serving two years in prison, an unfortunate event occurred that would change the trajectory of his and his kids' lives forever. Alpha comes home prepared to change his life for the better and make sure his daughters know that they can forever lean on him... -
![The Strongest Whiskee by B. Love]()
The Strongest Whiskee by B. Love
Rated: 4.70 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsWhiskee carries the weight of witnessing her mother's tragic murder. With her father now gone, her only family is her older brother. Little does she know, her brother has a secret agenda that will reshape her destiny.Beethoven struggles with the revelation that his father is not the honorable man he believed him to be... -
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Big Boss Thuggin & Summer Lovin In Virginia by Shari B.
Rated: 4.70 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsSwarmed by the love of her family and best friends, the beautiful, independent, and hard working 24 year old, Jordyn “Jo” Edwards is the bigwig of her own barber shop. Referred to as the coldest barber in Virginia, she has a widespread clientele including locals and celebrity clients... -
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Thicker than Water by Takerra Allen
Rated: 4.58 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsDubbed the Sex and the City of the Hood! Sasha, Tatum, Neli, and Kim are four gorgeous girlfriends hailing from the infamous Brick City Newark, NJ. Trying hard to survive the struggle but making sure they look good and have fun doing it, they are all caught up in the game in their own way. However the bond that they share seems to prove strong enough to conquer almost anything... -
![I Got You by Miss Jenesequa]()
I Got You by Miss Jenesequa
Rated: 4.58 of 5 stars · 12 ratings“I got her and everything that comes with her. All the good, bad, and crazy, I’ll be taking. Anything she needs, consider it hers and with her in my life, I’ll forever be whole.” — Genesis Washington Putting herself first is what Jordana Evans knows how to do best. She’s at the top of her game in her career and no longer haunted by memories of her past threatening to steal her joy... -
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A Billionaire's Angel 2 by Toy
Rated: 4.58 of 5 stars · 12 ratings“Family is never about whom you share DNA with, but always about who shows you love and loyalty.” – ToyIn this final installment of A Billionaire’s Angel, we find out who it is that’s after Angel and why.Israel “Izz” Richards’ patience is running thin with all the drama that’s surrounding Angel... -
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Seduced by the Plug by Tatum James
Rated: 4.58 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsNori is fed up with her cheating boyfriend and father of her two daughters. Living with a man and still being a single mother was not what she had in mind when she and Kayden met. Desperate for a break from her life, she throws caution to the wind and goes on a girls' trip, risking it all for a taste of freedom... -
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![Hold Us Together by T'Lyn]()
Hold Us Together by T'Lyn
Rated: 4.58 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsKaSyre Masters has always been a ladies man, but the main focus is his musics career and creating an identity independent of his brothers.Dior Bradley is a strong and independent woman who’s determined to make sure her daughter is protected and loved. Her main focus is creating a comfortable life for the two of them... -
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A Hustler's Wife by Nikki Turner
Rated: 4.44 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsThis novel portrays the life of Yarni, a sweet and innocent girl from a well-to-do family. By chance she meets Richmond Virginia's notorious drug kingpin, Des. Immediately they develop an astronomical love, which separates her from her family and friends. But when Des is sentenced to life in prison, Yarni will learn being A Hustler's Wife isn't easy with her sole provider behind bars... -
![Green-Eyed Monster by Ashley Antoinette]()
Green-Eyed Monster by Ashley Antoinette
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsLeah has been trying for years to get rid of her competition, and all her crazy scheming has finally paid off—or so she thinks. Now that YaYa is out of the picture, she’s ready to step into her shoes and have the life she always dreamed of... -
![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... -
![A Hitta has Feelings too: Dallas and Chloe's Hood Love Story 2 by M. Monique]()
A Hitta has Feelings too: Dallas and Chloe's Hood Love Story 2 by M. Monique
Rated: 4.75 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsDallas and Chloe have come a long way from the first time they met. All seems well with the love birds until one wrong decision leaves Dallas paying the price that he may regret for life.Rochelle thinks she's found a way to get back at the one person she loved and hated at the same time... -
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![Keep Giving Me Love by BriAnn Danae]()
Keep Giving Me Love by BriAnn Danae
Rated: 4.75 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsPeace. That’s what Synovi now had and cherished more than anything. Free from all the disturbances his chaotic life once ensued, he wanted nothing more than to keep it that way. With a thriving business and relationship, almost nothing could take him back to that dark place of no love. His Love didn’t reside there.His world is still hers, and she is still his... -
![Riding Dirty on I-95 by Nikki Turner]()
Riding Dirty on I-95 by Nikki Turner
Rated: 4.44 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsQueen of hip hop fiction Nikki Turner follows her gritty, emotionally charged novel The Glamorous Life with this new tale from the hood featuring a beautiful down-on-her-luck sister who can out-hustle the best of them as she rises from the ghetto to glory. After Mercy’s beloved dad is murdered in cold blood on her seventh birthday, her mother gives her up to foster care... -
![It's The Chase For Me: A Heights Story (Heights Stories) by Christina C. Jones]()
It's The Chase For Me: A Heights Story (Heights Stories) by Christina C. Jones
Rated: 4.60 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsIn my defense, I wasn't the one who messed up.And if that hadn't happened, I wouldn't have run into him the first time, in the first place.But then there was the second time, in the second place.And then the third time, in the third place.Then the fourth... you get it, right?I really wasn't trying to get involved with him like that, but the happenings kept happening, and well.. -
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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... -
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![Never Trust a Broken Heart by Ivy Symone]()
Never Trust a Broken Heart by Ivy Symone
Rated: 4.60 of 5 stars · 10 ratings250 Real Pages After years of suffering at the hands of her daughter's father, Mikina Monroe is longing for a different kind of attention; one that isn't so abusive. The emptiness that Redd inflicts on her makes her wonder if there’s anyone else out there for her. She stumbles upon Blyss Blakemore; otherwise known as Bebe, and immediately they begin a love affair that’s incredibly undeniable... -
![Ready for War by Mel Dau]()
Ready for War by Mel Dau
Rated: 4.60 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsWarrior “War” Davis is ready for anything life has to throw at him, or at least he thinks he is. He’s not a man that should be played with on any level, but love doesn’t care about your position. When love enters the battlefield will it be a fair fight? Life has a funny way of humbling you... -
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Obsessed With A Plus Size Barbie by Jatoria C.
Rated: 4.60 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsBarbie McKey's life was crushed by her mother's final wish on her deathbed. She was asked to return to the city where she was born and raised, to spend a year in her hometown. Despite her reservations, Barbie couldn't deny her mother's last request. Thus, after her mother's passing, she finds herself packing up her life and moving to New Orleans... -
![When A Savage Needs Love: His BBW Obsession by Barbie Scott, Barbie Scott]()
When A Savage Needs Love: His BBW Obsession by Barbie Scott, Barbie Scott
Rated: 4.60 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsI want a guy to show me myself. I want him to love me so deeply, I'm not afraid to show him how ugly I could be. I want him to show me scars I never knew I had, but I don't want him to make them go away... -
![A Billionaire's Angel by Toy]()
A Billionaire's Angel by Toy
Rated: 4.60 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsHave you ever seen someone that sets your body on fire? They wake up every one of your senses.Israel ‘Izz’ Richards didn’t think it was possible until he walked into Stella’s Café and his eyes fell upon the beautiful owner Angel. He may be one of the most eligible billionaire bachelors, and the women may do all they can to snag his heart, but he never lets any of them get close... -
![Shame on It All by Zane, Andre Harris]()
Shame on It All by Zane, Andre Harris
Rated: 4.39 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsHarmony, Bryce, and Lucinda (a.k.a. Lucky) Whitfield are sisters in every sense of the word. They argue and get on each other's nerves, but when it comes down to the wire they are extremely protective of one another. "Shame on It All" follows their adventures, friendships, and love lives -- which are jam-packed with unpredictable, downright crazy situations... -
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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... -
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Can't Be Broken by Mel Dau
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsWhimsy Coral Taylor has been bent, twisted, and shaken, but never broken. It wasn’t like her to be broken or to allow herself to get into situations that could potentially break her. A potentially breakable situation was a serious relationship. She had secrets in life that could detour the best of men... -
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Cuffed By a Trap God 2 by Nikki Nicole
Rated: 4.83 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsMalone has been through a lot these past few months. Soon as things are starting to look up for her again. The one thing that may have been promising, has been taken from her. Sphinx he’s still selfish and refuses to change his ways. Sphinx and Malone are at each others neck the tension is so thick a knife can’t cut it. Leilani’s livid behind the death of Twin... -
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For The Love of A Street King by Myia White
Rated: 4.83 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsWith the world at your fingertips, what more could you want? Smoke has it all; looks, charm, hustle, and most importantly, the streets of Atlanta. But want happens when you’re unhappy, and you want change? The love of money can’t compare to sleeping next to your partner, but you feel empty at night. His passion for art brings in a new aspect to his life, Patience, who he didn’t see coming... -
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![She From The Gutta 2 by BriAnn Danae]()
She From The Gutta 2 by BriAnn Danae
Rated: 4.83 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsTaken aback by Harlem's amateur decision-making skills and Zeema's revelation, Enzo is left with a broken spirit. For so long, he had his mind set on gaining Harlem's trust back, yet she became the one thing he despises the most; a liar. With both of their lives on the line and a new love interest on the scene, Enzo must now be the one to make a choice... -
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Mercer by Grey Huffington
Rated: 4.83 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsI’m not the n*gga you can creep with, Pretty. Smitten, I was, the day I stepped into your space, uninvited and unable to give a simple fuck.Aroused, I was, the second your lips parted and your words serenaded me. Without a doubt, I knew I would take the opportunity to part the lower pair and mark my territory with precision... -
![His Love Is More Than Enough : Kalypso and Bellatrix by Mel Dau]()
His Love Is More Than Enough : Kalypso and Bellatrix by Mel Dau
Rated: 4.83 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsA father’s love is an amazing thing but is it enough to love what others deemed flawed? For Kalypso (Kal) Jenkins, life has taken many turns but as his, Mama Jillie says, “It’s all a part of his life Story”. When his life story determines he will be a single father to his autistic son, Kalypso Junior (KJ), he makes the decision to be the best father he can be to KJ... -
![His Love Is More Than Enough : Harlem and Constance by Mel Dau]()
His Love Is More Than Enough : Harlem and Constance by Mel Dau
Rated: 4.83 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsHarlem Samuel LaCroix is a self-made man who moves how he pleases. He’s a street dude but doesn’t do street dude things but the one night he is forced to show his hand is the night that changes his life. “She’s a diamond in the rough like a baby in the trash”, becomes a literal statement when his discovers an abandoned baby in the trash of his trap house... -
![The Carter Cartel: Malik Carter by K. Renee]()
The Carter Cartel: Malik Carter by K. Renee
Rated: 4.83 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThe Carter Cartel returns in electrifying tales of love, betrayal, and redemption. Malik Carter, the youngest of the Carter brothers, finds himself heartbroken, shattered, and bewildered after one fateful night shatters his world and leaves him and Bria estranged. Events spiral out of control pushing them apart to confront their demons alone...
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