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Losin Control by Ladii Nesha
Rated: 4.75 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsDeemed Detroit's bad boy, Czar is a man of many layers. To the world he’s a lyrical genius with a sharp tongue and tough exterior, but behind closed doors, he battles with dark demons from his past while dodging industry drama, scandals and lies.Marley is walking through life barely existing. Her soul is shattered by tragedy leaving her with a heavy heart and broken spirit... -
![She Got It Bad for a Heartless Gangsta by Shvonne Latrice]()
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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![Love Redeemed by Love Belvin]()
Love Redeemed by Love Belvin
Rated: 4.75 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsLove Redeemed – the conclusion of the of the Love’s Improbable Possibility series: Life’s complicated… Life’s not fair… All is fair in love and war… Find out in this riveting conclusion how Rayna reconciles her inability to trust and willingness to explore love in ways she thought she wasn’t worthy of. See love redeemed for someone who thought it was not in the cards... -
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![She Got It Bad for a Heartless Gangsta 2 by Shvonne Latrice]()
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... -
![A Love Bred From the Block by Antoinette Sherell]()
A Love Bred From the Block by Antoinette Sherell
Rated: 4.80 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsZodiac Goings is a charismatic hustler with layers beyond what he allows anyone to see. Raised by sisters who’d do anything to see him win; he doesn’t let his shortcomings define him. Fear doesn’t exist in his vocabulary... except when it involves Reason. Reason Atkins is in love. She knows Zodiac is the bad boy that parents warn girls like her about, but she doesn’t care. She sees the potential... -
![Nothin' Like You by Kimberly Brown]()
Nothin' Like You by Kimberly Brown
Rated: 4.80 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsGetting his way has never been a problem for Reese Jareau. That is, until what he wanted was seemingly unattainable. The baby of the Jareau family has fallen in love with a woman who’s already involved. What started as a work relationship soon turned into a friendship... -
![You're My Little Secret 2 by Chenell Parker]()
You're My Little Secret 2 by Chenell Parker
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsBrooklyn went from being a naïve eighteen year old virgin to being the pregnant side chick of a soon to be married man. Dominic has always wanted to be a father and he’s excited that Brooklyn is making his dream a reality. Dominic loves Brooklyn but his history with his fiancée Kennedi has made it difficult to choose between the two... -
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STRIP by Stephanie Nicole Norris
Rated: 4.67 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 Patience Addison's story... -
![Eternally Yours by Brenda Jackson]()
Eternally Yours by Brenda Jackson
Rated: 4.57 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsFriends… Attorney Syneda Walters and fellow attorney Clayton Madaris are just friends…the last two people likely to end up as lovers. Syneda holds all men at arm's length because of the father whose name she never knew. Clayton has always been a playboy, and no woman has ever come close to keeping his interest for very long... -
![Rhythm's Blues by Kimberly Brown]()
Rhythm's Blues by Kimberly Brown
Rated: 4.57 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsBeing the girlfriend of a successful rapper isn’t all it’s cracked up to be. Rhythm Baker, a successful occupational therapist, held it down for Raheem, her boyfriend of three years, without much complaining. After moving across the country to support his career and their relationship, Rhythm has grown increasingly uncomfortable with Raheem's inappropriate behavior and inflated ego... -
![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 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... -
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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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![Unapologetically Me by Danesha Little]()
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... -
![Hold Me While You Wait by Kimberly Brown]()
Hold Me While You Wait by Kimberly Brown
Rated: 4.70 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsSomya Hilton has known nothing but a life of ultimatums. From a young age, it was her and her sister Eliza against the world. When both of them find love and start families of their own, Somya finally feels like she has the life she deserves. Then tragedy strikes, leaving both her sister and brother-in-law dead and Somya to care for her niece Jazlynn who is ten at the time... -
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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... -
![Where Love is Found by Tiya Rayne]()
Where Love is Found by Tiya Rayne
Rated: 4.58 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsCharlice “Duck” Jefferies knows exactly what she wants out of life. She wants to continue to grow her multi-million dollar business. She wants to take care of her family. And she wants sex, LOTS of sex. Charlice has no time for relationships. She knows love is a lie and should be considered an incurable disease. She even has unbreakable rules. No flings that last longer than six months... -
![Fire And Desire by Brenda Jackson]()
Fire And Desire by Brenda Jackson
Rated: 4.58 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsTwo years ago, geologist Corinthians Avery had brazenly sneaked into a hotel room to seduce Dex Madaris, head of Madaris Oil and the object of her affection. But the man who emerged from the shower to find her clod in next to nothing was handsome foreman Trevor Grant -- who informed her that Dex was not only absent from the trip -- but happily married... -
![Thicker than Water by Takerra Allen]()
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... -
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Touch Me by Alexandria House
Rated: 4.58 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsWhen Jovani Higgs shows up as the latest artist in residence at Romey University, Professor Sharla London can’t believe his resemblance to the gorgeous fantasy man she’s been dreaming about. She wants to write it off as her mind playing tricks, but the mysterious artist seems just as drawn to her... -
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![Legally Unbounded by Blue Saffire]()
Legally Unbounded by Blue Saffire
Rated: 4.75 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsLegally Bound 5.5 Legally Unbound Final installment in the award-winning, best-selling Series Legally Bound 5.5 The bomb has gone off and I am left split in two. Only now, one part of me will not survive. It’s the part that never should have been. I’m a man of instincts and that’s all I trust now. Every decision I make is because my instincts are telling me to. Time is not on my side... -
![Mine to Have by AshleyNicole]()
Mine to Have by AshleyNicole
Rated: 4.75 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsSomebody is killing young boys in the neighborhood and its homicide Detective Mellina August’s responsibility to figure out who. She’s the new kid in the precinct and not everybody’s happy about her landing this case, but that won’t stop her from solving it. All she needs is a good partner and she’s golden... -
![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... -
![Love in the Streets by Ashley Nicole]()
Love in the Streets by Ashley Nicole
Rated: 4.75 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsWhat do you do when you meet the man of your dreams, but he’s on the wrong side of the law?... You fall head over heels in love with him. Dr. Sienna Jameson grew up with a crime boss as a father and is not looking for a man with the same occupation. But Streets is cute… and sweet… and everything in between... -
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![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... -
![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... -
![Legally Bound 3: His Law by Blue Saffire]()
Legally Bound 3: His Law by Blue Saffire
Rated: 4.60 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsLegally Bound 3 His Law Book 3 in Series Nathaniel Briggs has met his match in every way. When it comes to the bedroom Pamela Kemble is a pint size version of himself. She is determined to play by her own rules, but Pam is just going to have to learn that when it comes to Nate she is not always going to be on top. He has his own secrets, but she will just have to learn to trust him... -
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Broken by Tia Sirrah
Rated: 4.60 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsLove is dysfunctional. Love is messy. Love is complicated. Love is desperate. My two rules were simple enough: Protect your heart and your sanity at all costs. Never be the one to say “I love you” first. Privileged. Ruthless. Apathetic. Billionaire heir. Business mogul. Womanizer. Sex on a stick. Conner Braithwaite turned my rules to ashes... -
![Tame Me by Kimberly Brown]()
Tame Me by Kimberly Brown
Rated: 4.60 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsJulissa Charles has had enough of no love. Her experience with men is one that has never surpassed the bedroom. She has become accustomed to being used for what she possesses between her thighs. While she watches her best friend find love with the man of her dreams, she longs for a love all her own... -
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![Her So Husband 3 (Her So Called Husband ) by Chenell Parker]()
Her So Husband 3 (Her So Called Husband ) by Chenell Parker
Rated: 4.60 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsAlexus is in a bind. After the love of her life, Tyree, catches her in bed with her ex-lover, Dre, she is terrified that she may have lost him forever. Even though Tyree still loves Alexus, he’s unsure if they will be able to overcome this huge obstacle or if he should simply move on. Keanna hasn’t changed one bit, but this time, she has a little competition of her own... -
![L.O.E: Loyalty Over Everything by Kami Holt]()
L.O.E: Loyalty Over Everything by Kami Holt
Rated: 4.60 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsLoyalty “Loyal” Graham is the jokester of the family. However, the scars on his heart from the loss of his mother can’t seem to be healed with time or laughter. While his family members are falling in love one by one, he’s still grieving the emptiness from the first woman that ever truly believed in him.Tyeis Jossep has the weight of the world on her shoulders... -
![Pressure Cooker by Mel Dau]()
Pressure Cooker by Mel Dau
Rated: 4.60 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsFiona and Croy O’Brian were the prototypes of ‘I’ma stick by em’. Their relationship started in an unconventional manner, but it only made the love grow fiercer over the years. Introduced to you by Megatron himself, find out why the saying birds of a feather flock together rings true when it comes to Fiona and Croy... -
![Campus Chronicles: Kamaria & Kyree's Story by Cion Lee]()
Campus Chronicles: Kamaria & Kyree's Story by Cion Lee
Rated: 4.60 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsKamaria Laurent has spent majority of her college career flying under the radar. As a plus sized girl who's always faced criticism from her peers and family, all she wants to do is stay out the way and get her degree. That all changes when she meets Mr. Popularity himself, Kyree Pierre. Kyree has had the opposite college experience from Kamaria... -
![Unhand Me by Grey Huffington]()
Unhand Me by Grey Huffington
Rated: 4.60 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsEmber and Judah have loved each other since children, but business interests and family ties have kept them apart. While Judah is trying to protect his precious empire, Ember is trying to protect her heart -even if it means ending their long-term affair. Discover just how potent of a drug love is in this all-consuming novella that tells the journey of Ember and Judah... -
![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... -
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Surrender by Brenda Jackson
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsAfter a childhood spent moving from army base to army base, Nettie Brooms is determined to secure a stable life -- and never become involved with a military man. Then she meets handsome, charming Ashton Sinclair, a dedicated Colonel in the U.S. Marines, who's intent on capturing her heart. Now, Nettie's wondering how a man she swore she would avoid could so easily test her resolve.. -
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Hope Town Books 1-3 by Harper Sloan
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsFor the first time ever, the Hope Town books are being bundled! Join us for the first three books in the series! Complete with all new bonus content! You fell in love with them as children in the Corps Security Series, but now, watch them fall in love with a spin-off series of their own, the Hope Town Series... -
![First Love by Tiya Rayne]()
First Love by Tiya Rayne
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsEight years ago, Zora Henderson ran away from the man she loved and the family that forced her to have an abortion. Tragedy brings her back home again. Can she face the family and the town that betrayed her? And what of the man that she left behind? Zora also has a secret, one that may have her on the run again... -
![Opposite of Soft by Mel Dau]()
Opposite of Soft by Mel Dau
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsNedrick (Ned) Summerson Junior’s picture sits as an illustration for the definition of silent beast. His cool, quiet demeanor was often taken as soft. He moves in stealth mode when it comes to getting the things that he desires... -
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![Here With You Forever by BriAnn Danae]()
Here With You Forever by BriAnn Danae
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsAfter the devastating loss of her child’s father, Leerah struggles to piece her life back together. Despite her best efforts to keep her distance, she finds herself entangled in a complicated situation. Trying to resist her growing feelings for her baby father’s godbrother, Cree, Leerah grows overwhelmingly confused with mixed emotions.He was against the rules—strictly forbidden... -
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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... -
![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... -
![Indebted by Sharon C. Cooper]()
Indebted by Sharon C. Cooper
Rated: 4.83 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsEven when he does good, he’s bad… Detective Lazarus Dimas doesn’t play by the rules. On the streets, he’s a force to be reckoned with, a dangerous man with a badge and a gun. But he does have a soft spot — the sexy Assistant District Attorney Journey Ramsey. There is something about the woman he can’t shake. She’s irresistible and off limits... -
![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... -
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Play to Win by Ja'Nese Dixon
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsKamal’s an ex-football player. Jayda’s a single mother uninterested in another relationship until she sees Kamal with her daughter.Every rejection will only make his victory sweeter. He plans to lick, taste, and devour her like the delicacy she is until the world, her ex, and Jayda recognizes his name tatted on every inch of her curvy body...
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