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After the sudden death of his wife, Cartier Richardson, a wealthy and powerful businessman becomes infatuated with Serenity Clayborn. Serenity is a master of disguise, her beauty and charm serving as her most potent weapons. With calculated precision, she begins to weave her web, ensnaring Cartier in a tantalizing dance of seduction and desire. Slowly but surely insinuating herself into his life, exploiting his weaknesses and playing upon his insatiable lust. To the world, Cartier is the epitome of success, a self-made man at the helm of a thriving empire. But his life is a gilded facade, a carefully constructed mirage concealing his darkest secrets. Behind closed doors, he is a master manipulator, capable of unspeakable acts to satisfy his insatiable appetite for power and wealth. When an intricate plan is hatched to bring Cartier to his knees, will his empire crumble around him, stripping away his fortune and finally expose the dark underbelly of power and greed that has nearly consumed them all. Or will he once again escape unscathed before it all comes crashing down. In this sordid tale of lust, vengeance and betrayal, nothing is what it seems. It was all by design because of a mastermind.

In Bitch The Story of Precious Cummings the Movie Edition, you are reintroduced to the femme fatale of the streets. In this updated revised version, you enter the world of a cunning woman who came from nothing but was determined to have it all. At a young age Precious learned that by using her most deadly weapons-undeniable beauty, body and street savvy brains, she could obtain the lavish lifestyle she always dreamed of. After meeting Nico Carter, a man who gives her the opulent life she craves, Precious becomes set on revenge when she believes he has crossed the ultimate line. However, her treacherous plot to bring him down might cost her everything, including her life. The Story of Precious Cummings takes you on a riveting journey of a ruthless woman who was willing to do anything to survive so she could have it all but it's also a story about a vulnerable young girl's desire for unconditional love.

Charly is the only daughter of notorious gangster Charlie Brinks. Following in her father's footsteps, Charly carves out her own reputation in the streets, as a woman to be respected and feared. She has no problem keeping her emotions in check and everything strictly business until the love of her life reappears and turns her world upside down. Cross Payne is the son of Curtis Payne Sr. and the enemy of Charly's father, Charlie Brinks. Cross returns home to run the family empire. After being gone for over sixteen years, will he rekindle a forbidden love with an old flame? Can Charly and Cross suppress their undying passion, or will they once again begin a secret love affair, that would end in tragedy if an old vendetta between their fathers is reignited? In Lovin' Thy Enemy sometimes, the love of the enemy is all you need.

Milo is out of the dope game, running a successful Sports Bar & Lounge. But when his close friend is murdered by Midnight, the leader of Dirt Gang Crips, it ignites a gang war that pulls him right back in. Milo partners up with Billy Bob, who committed his first murder when he was only 14 years old while saving Milo's life. Five years later, Billy Bob is now the leader of Hood Rich, a loyal crew of hustlers that runs the same streets Milo was raised in. BoDeen is Milo's brother-in-law. His reign as a drug Kingpin was unstoppable, until he was put on death row for murdering two DEA agents. When his high-priced attorney is able to get him out on appeal, BoDeen is intent on reclaiming his former glory with his loyal wife Missy, right by his side. As their worlds collide, it is only a matter of time before more blood is shed and lives are lost, when everyone is trying to be So Hood So Rich.

Malik Toole rose to the top of the drug game in the 80's selling cocaine when the crack cocaine epidemic hit. He took everything he learned from being born and raised in the streets to become a millionaire by the time he was eighteen years old. It wasn't until he met Elisa, an upper middle class college girl from an upstanding family who would become his future wife, did he learn how to take his illegal earnings and make it appear his money was legit. During his rise there was one girl from his neighborhood named Trinity that he continued to deal with even after he married Elisa and another woman that helped take his drug game to the ultimate level. In The Coke Trilogy find out how one man's decision will have a domino effect of chaos that carries through each generation that might ultimately destroy Malik and everyone he loves.

"Following in the footsteps of books like The Coldest Winter Ever. A fast read without the raw street language that goes with so much of it." --School Library JournalThe Romeo and Juliet of the streets are back in Ride Wit' Me part 2. Mercedes and Dalvin are fighting to keep their love intact and make it down the isle. Will the two lovebirds be able to overcome their obstacles and finally become husband and wife? Find out in this next installment.

"Following in the footsteps of books like The Coldest Winter Ever. A fast read without the raw street language that goes with so much of it." --School Library JournalCheck out Mercedes and Dalvin, two beautiful young lovers in a modern day story that is destined to be a classic. Mercedes is truly a daddy s girl. She is his crown jewel and nothing in the world is more precious to him. Mercedes does everything to please her father until she falls in love the very first time. Dalvin is a rising Kingpin. His family runs the streets of Chicago, and he is destined to take over the helm one day. Falling in love is the last thing on his mind until he meets Mercedes Clinton. He s instantly mesmerized by her beauty. She is the girl of his dreams and someone he immediately feels he s destined to spend the rest of his life with. But sometimes in love, things are not meant to be. Parents can sometimes seem to be your enemy and the streets will always have their way of trying to destroy anything good. Will Mercedes and Dalvin fall victim to the obstacles standing in their way, or will they fight against the odds and ride it out.

The second installment in Men Of The Bitch Series follows the journey of Supreme... Supreme was destined for greatness but he had to pay a high price to get there. He went from a young man with big dreams to a superstar rapper, who had the music industry in the palm of his hand. With much success comes many lessons and Supreme had to learn them the hard way. His path to greatness left a trail of secrets that Supreme would like to remain buried with the dead bodies. Learn the truth about Precious Cummings one true love in the story of Supreme.

Before their greatest loves, Supreme, Nico, T-Roc, Lorenzo and Genesis had other women that loved them too. Follow the journey of these men and see how the impact of their previous relationships changed their lives forever. And how it became a catalyst to them finding their true loves in Men Of The Bitch Series And The Women Who Love Them.

In the conclusion of The Legacy Trilogy, the prominent yet deadly Collins family has reached a breaking point. When the treacherous secrets that have been hidden in the dark are brought to the light, will blood ties come first above all else? Will loyalty to one's family bonds be greater than those of outsiders, or will lies, betrayal and deception destroy any chance of keeping the family close? Find out in the Final Chapter of The Legacy.

In the conclusion of The Legacy Trilogy, the prominent yet deadly Collins family has reached a breaking point. When the treacherous secrets that have been hidden in the dark are brought to the light, will blood ties come first above all else? Will loyalty to one's family bonds be greater than those of outsiders, or will lies, betrayal and deception destroy any chance of keeping the family close? Find out in the Final Chapter of The Legacy.

The first installment of Men Of The Bitch Series follows the journey of Nico Carter... Nico Carter is the epitome of a Boss. He learned not only how to survive amongst the deadliest criminals but how to rise to the top, from growing up in the gritty streets of Brooklyn. Nico used those survival tactics to become the leader of a multi million-dollar drug empire. But with money and power, come the so-called friends and enemies, ready to take it all away. Before Nico became Precious Cummings first love, he won the heart of the streets. Follow his story in Nico Carter.

Aaliyah Mills Carter sits in jail facing 1st Degree-Murder charges. As she waits for her day in court her fate becomes more uncertain. Precious is struggling to keep her marriage intact and prove her daughter's innocence but when a drug war erupts she has to take control of her father's business. With an unknown enemy trying to destroy the family empire and take the throne, Precious has to resort to her survival tactics in order to come out on top. Can mother and daughter get past their differences and unite as one or will they stay at odds and risk having their loved ones torn apart? The saga continues to unfold in Boss Bitch.

Drake was left for dead but he survived, unfortunately the same couldn t be said for his fianc and newborn son. With the help of Cindy he has rebuilt his life but the taste of revenge is still what he craves. But will Drake s quest for retribution be his ultimate downfall? Cindy continues to chase the money and power that comes with running the lucrative drug trade in Philadelphia. She believes she has the game all figured out but with a ruthless boss who is unwilling to relinquish his control and a friend who might actually be the enemy, Cindy s rise to the top might be cut short. Will Cindy be able to maneuver through the madness and dominate the streets or will she have to accept defeat? Find out in the conclusion of Drake.

In the mean streets of Philadelphia, everyone is not cut out for living that cold, calculating thug life. Drake, a man who believes he has the game all figured out, has to learn the hard way, that no matter how much money you're making, the takers can get taken. Cindy, an ambitious hustler, pushes her way through the ranks, wanting nothing less than to control the lucrative drug trade in Philly. But will her thirst to be the ultimate boss cost Cindy her life? Prepare yourself for this gripping street tale, in the gut wrenching story of Drake.

Lorenzo is able to get out of jail after his powerful team of lawyers are able to beat his drug case. But that does not stop him from searching for Alexus, who he believes set him up. As his drug empire grows he continues to maintain a very lucrative business relationship with Phenomenon, who has become one of the biggest names in the music industry. As Lorenzo continues to get rich by making major moves in business, Dior still remains a constant in his mind. Uncertain of the circumstances surrounding her drug overdose, that resulted in her death he hires a private investigator. Lorenzo also reconnects with Courtney, who wants him to help her obtain the fame that Dior was on her way to reaching before her death. What Courtney doesn t reveal is that Dior is very much alive.

What if you had a choice to be either rich or famous: which one would you choose? That had always been a simple answer for Lorenzo; money and he could never seem to make enough of it. Growing up, always desperate for a dollar made him cold and calculating. Being rich was his only objective in life until he met Dior. Dior is shallow and superficial. She only craves one thing; fame. That means walking red carpets and flashing lights. If you can't make that her reality then you serve no purpose. But can Lorenzo convince Dior that his money can buy her all the desires of her heart or will her thirst for fame destroy them both? One thing is for certain, when Lorenzo and Dior's paths cross, the course of their destiny will forever be changed.

In the conclusion of Power, the best of friends may become the worse of enemies. Alex is determined to seek revenge for the death of his fiance but can a new love heal the pain from losing his first love? Deion continues on his path of destruction but will the streets finally deal him a hand he can't win? As both men struggle with personal and business difficulties their once unbreakable bond seems to be on the verge of complete devastation. More lives are loss and secrets are revealed that will give only one man all the power.