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Preconceived Notions
Preconceived Notions
“Female bonding, unresolved anger, preconceived notions and a sensitive, understanding man are woven into this exciting and impelling plot. The ending is unexpected and wildly romantic in true Hollywood style. In fact, it would make a great movie.”
– Sarah Goldsmith, Sunday Advocate
“Robyn Williams demonstrates the literary talent of Terry McMillan as she cleverly and creatively reveals a very provocative and loving relationship centered in mutual respect, love, and trust.”
– Deborah Baylis, Citizen News
“Love with a twist…Quick, give me a cool drink. I’ve just put down Preconceived Notions!”
– LaTicia Greggs, Chicago Defender
“Robyn Williams has crafted a riveting, seductive first novel that deftly explores Black male-female relationships from a refreshing perspective… There is a genuine passion evident in her writing that is unmistakable, and that simply should not be missed.”
– Ronald E. Childs, Black Elegance
"With her first incredibly provocative literary masterwork, Robyn Williams has produced an insightful novel that candidly probes the potent dynamics of black romance. Williams melds explosive passion, eroticism, greed, violence, and pain into an electrifying and climactic entanglement.
In the vein of Terry McMillans Waiting to Exhale and Connie Briscoes Sister and Lovers, Preconceived Notions powerfully explores the passions, desires and fears that erupt when a beautiful, fiery black woman and a "strong black man" fall in love.
Imagany is a bright and ambitious Fisk University journalism major with a talent for dance. Elliott is the handsome, charismatic star quarterback for Tennessee State University. When they meet, the attraction is immediate; the intensity of their passion leaves their lives irrevocably changed forever. As their relationship unfolds, however, their unrivaled love is challenged by the deep, dark secrets lurking in the shadows of Imagany’s past. These secrets threaten not only to tear apart the paradise they have created for themselves, but also the very soul of Imagany herself."
– Regina Lynch Hudson
P a s s i o n a t e
Imagany! Charismatic. Beautiful. Fiery. Strong. She's inundated with raw passion and sex appeal. Men are drawn by her sheer sensuality and her erotic ways. Imagany! She knows how to satisfy and temper the hungry, raging fires that dwell within her. She knows how to love. Passion and pleasure have their perfect place in her life.
Driven to success, Imagany must learn one of life's hardest True love exacts a price and all the accolades in the world cannot take the place of a deep burning love.
P o w e r f u l
Elliott! The dynamic, gorgeous "strong black man" who enters Imagany’s life. With his character, his intelligence, his strength, and his love, he surpasses all stereotypes. Elliott! He leaves an indelible mark upon a woman's life that cannot be erased. Imagany quickly learns that a woman has never been loved until she's been loved by a man like Elliott Renfroe.
P r o v o c a t i v e
Imagany and Elliott! Their hearts match and their wills clash in an explosion of fireworks and canonry. Life for the two of them will never be the same. Together, they must discover that true love and happiness can only be attained when they forego their Preconceived Notions about life, love, passion, and one another.
Experience Ecstasy!
Experience Passion!
Experience...Preconceived Notions!
“Female bonding, unresolved anger, preconceived notions and a sensitive, understanding man are woven into this exciting and impelling plot. The ending is unexpected and wildly romantic in true Hollywood style. In fact, it would make a great movie.”
– Sarah Goldsmith, Sunday Advocate
“Robyn Williams demonstrates the literary talent of Terry McMillan as she cleverly and creatively reveals a very provocative and loving relationship centered in mutual respect, love, and trust.”
– Deborah Baylis, Citizen News
“Love with a twist…Quick, give me a cool drink. I’ve just put down Preconceived Notions!”
– LaTicia Greggs, Chicago Defender
“Robyn Williams has crafted a riveting, seductive first novel that deftly explores Black male-female relationships from a refreshing perspective… There is a genuine passion evident in her writing that is unmistakable, and that simply should not be missed.”
– Ronald E. Childs, Black Elegance
"With her first incredibly provocative literary masterwork, Robyn Williams has produced an insightful novel that candidly probes the potent dynamics of black romance. Williams melds explosive passion, eroticism, greed, violence, and pain into an electrifying and climactic entanglement.
In the vein of Terry McMillans Waiting to Exhale and Connie Briscoes Sister and Lovers, Preconceived Notions powerfully explores the passions, desires and fears that erupt when a beautiful, fiery black woman and a "strong black man" fall in love.
Imagany is a bright and ambitious Fisk University journalism major with a talent for dance. Elliott is the handsome, charismatic star quarterback for Tennessee State University. When they meet, the attraction is immediate; the intensity of their passion leaves their lives irrevocably changed forever. As their relationship unfolds, however, their unrivaled love is challenged by the deep, dark secrets lurking in the shadows of Imagany’s past. These secrets threaten not only to tear apart the paradise they have created for themselves, but also the very soul of Imagany herself."
– Regina Lynch Hudson
P a s s i o n a t e
Imagany! Charismatic. Beautiful. Fiery. Strong. She's inundated with raw passion and sex appeal. Men are drawn by her sheer sensuality and her erotic ways. Imagany! She knows how to satisfy and temper the hungry, raging fires that dwell within her. She knows how to love. Passion and pleasure have their perfect place in her life.
Driven to success, Imagany must learn one of life's hardest True love exacts a price and all the accolades in the world cannot take the place of a deep burning love.
P o w e r f u l
Elliott! The dynamic, gorgeous "strong black man" who enters Imagany’s life. With his character, his intelligence, his strength, and his love, he surpasses all stereotypes. Elliott! He leaves an indelible mark upon a woman's life that cannot be erased. Imagany quickly learns that a woman has never been loved until she's been loved by a man like Elliott Renfroe.
P r o v o c a t i v e
Imagany and Elliott! Their hearts match and their wills clash in an explosion of fireworks and canonry. Life for the two of them will never be the same. Together, they must discover that true love and happiness can only be attained when they forego their Preconceived Notions about life, love, passion, and one another.
Experience Ecstasy!
Experience Passion!
Experience...Preconceived Notions!
639 pages, Kindle Edition
First published October 1, 1996
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January 21, 2018
Good Read
This was an excellent and brought back memories of my college years. I loved the story and was enthused to recognize the setting of the book as well as other known people places and things.
This was an excellent and brought back memories of my college years. I loved the story and was enthused to recognize the setting of the book as well as other known people places and things.
November 14, 2023
This book is a classic! I was captivated by the story of Imagany Renfroe when I was just out of high school and to this day, I still think of her. She has the smarts and wit, the beauty and ambition plus the coolest best friend and the hottest romance. It's a great read then and now!
November 18, 2025
This book was one of my favorites Black Expressions book club purchases
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January 8, 2008very intresting
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